A look inside the BURO Impact Awards 2023 finale party

After months of meticulous planning, the finale event of the BURO Impact Awards 2023 unfolded last Tuesday, the 5th of December, at Maristar, Starhill Kuala Lumpur. As the sun began to set, casting a warm glow across the city, the seafood bar and fashion lounge—with its blend of dark and smoky decadence and touches of futuristic lighting—mirrored the palpable excitement and drama of the event, creating a truly unforgettable night.

The BURO Impact Awards 2023 was held at Maristar, Starhill Kuala Lumpur

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The winners' gifts featuring a GHD styler, Louis XIII Cognac The Drop and a set from Hermès Beauty

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A display of Telmont Champagne and Louis XIII Cognac

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A closer look at the Louis XIII Cognac The Drop

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The event photowall

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The lucky draw claw machine

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The BURO Impact Awards is more than just a celebration; it’s a tribute to the brilliant minds and the positive impact these selected individuals have made throughout the year. Alongside an esteemed panel of judges, which includes experts in their respective fields—actress Daiyan Trisha; fashion designer Kit Woo; entrepreneur and content creator Jane Chuck; restaurant critic and food expert Nicholas Ng; and environmentalist Dr Yasmin Rasyid—we have carefully chosen eight leading artists, creatives, changemakers, and tastemakers who have set the industry ablaze over the past year. Discover all the recipients here.

Guest judge Kit Woo and BURO's Trendsetter of the Year, Nazreem Musa

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BURO's Beauty Creator of the Year, Vivien Loh

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Guest judge Daiyan Trisha and BURO's Artist of the Year, Claudia

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BURO's Voice of the Year, Annice Lyn

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BURO's Sustainability Hero of the Year, Khor Sue Yee

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Guest judge Nicholas Ng and the representative for BURO's Chef of the Year, Tan Kong Chin

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Guest judge Nicholas Ng and the representative for the #BUROEats of the Year, Potager

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Despite taking place on a Tuesday night, the energy was high. Laughter, chatter and excitement filled the space as guests trickled into the event location. The dress code was metallics, and attendees arrived in their glossy and glittering best! Hosted by none other than Maggy Wang, the night saw a celebration of our eight winners, honoured with trophies and gifts from sponsors GHD, Champagne Telmont and Hermès Beauty.

Also, thanks to Champagne Telmont, flutes of bubbly circulated on trays while our distinguished guests, including musicians, Alyph, Sona One, DJ Cza, Airliftz, Lullaboy, Lil Asian Thiccie, along with notable names such as Dato’ Nicol Ann David, Terimunite and Tanestrran Chandran, Daiyan Trisha, Lisha Ho, Yaya Zahir, and more, graced the occasion with their presence and unwavering support, truly embracing the spirit of celebration for the night.

From left: Alyph, Sona One and DJ Cza

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From left: Claudia, Irwin Lim and Lullaboy

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From left: Aina Mazril, Lee Yvonne and Weena Marcus

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Daiyan Trisha and Nazreem Musa

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Skye Lai and Cyii Cheng

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From left: Nalisa Amin, Jonny Vicious and Rimka

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From left: Daniel Chan, Naseem Randhawa, Justin Yap and Choon

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From left: Eros Erfe, Teck Tsen, Vivien Loh, Daniel Adams and Redzhanna Jazmin

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Eros and Euri Erfe

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Daiyan Trisha, Yaya Zahir, Sarah Hani Jamil and Nazreem Musa

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Editor-in-Chief Sarah Hani Jamil with the recipients of the BURO Impact Awards 2023

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Editor-in-Chief Sarah Hani Jamil giving an introduction speech

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Our Artist of the Year, dressed in a dazzling metallic mini dress by Maje, serenaded guests in between the awards presentation. Her breathy yet upbeat performance of her songs—Birthday, Toast and Bodies—set a fun and uplifted mood that lasted throughout the event. Adding on to the musical experience of the night, DJ Beautiful Mistakes—comprising talented twins Felicia Lee and Fyrone Taylor—took to the booth to spin vibrant tech house tunes.

The Best Dressed Male and Female of the Night were also announced, adding another layer of exhilaration to the event. Model Roanne Woo stood out for her unconventional all-metal overcoat with a beaded metal headpiece. Meanwhile, our November cover star, Jonathan Charles, aka Jonny Vicious, came wearing a metallic blue jacket over a see-through netted top and skirt, truly embodying the bold essence of the theme. These two walked away with 3-day, 2-night stays at Sunway Resort Hotel with complimentary dinners at Black Tap Craft Burgers and Shakes.

Below, see more pictures from the event!

Host of the night, Maggy Wang

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DJ Beautiful Mistakes, Felicia Lee and Fyrone Taylor, setting the vibe

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Claudia performing her hit tunes

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Terimunite and Tanestrran Chandran

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Dato' Nicol Ann David and Mariana de Reyes

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Airliftz

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Lullaboy

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Alyph, Sona One and DJ Cza

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Jas Chin and Brian Khoo

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Aswin Alex and Vaneesha Krish

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Josephine Yap and Natalie Khoo

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Christian Didier

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From left: Lee Yvonne, Evelyn Marieta and Weena Marcus

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Eros Erfe

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Yaya Zahir

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Daiyan Trisha

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Victoria Nsq

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Alton Ang

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Lisha Ho

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Raymond Tham and Natalie Khoo

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Best Dressed Male, Jonny Vicious

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Best Dressed Female, Roanne Woo

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