Imaam Ibnul Qayyim [rahimahullaah] said: ”When there is money in your hand and not in your heart, it will not harm you even if it is plentiful. And when it is in your heart, it will harm you even if there is none in your hands.” [Madaarij As-saalikeen: 1/463]  🔗 Source

Do not think that zuhd (Asceticism) is for a person to wear ugly, dirty, ill-fitting clothing that is falling off of his body, or to drive a dilapidated vehicle, or refuse to live in a house that suits his situation. Rather, true zuhd is as Shaykh al-Islām or Ibn al-Qayyim have said: The abandonment of that which holds no benefit in the hereafter. So let this person buy and sell with these good intentions: refusing to beg the people, spending on his dependents, and giving in charity.” 🔗 Full Article 

This month, our spotlight remains on refined brands, featuring the elegance of 18 exquisite watches.

This Grand Seiko men's automatic watch features a sleek oval titanium case under 45mm, sapphire glass, a date display, and Swiss-made movement — combining durability, elegance, and precision.

SGD 8,180.00 at Lazada 

The Peacock watch features a round case with a durable rubber strap, sapphire glass dial, and a sophisticated mechanical movement with a tourbillon, blending elegance with precision craftsmanship.

SGD 4,750.00 at  Lazada

This Swiss-made timepiece features a 316L stainless steel case and bracelet, powered by the Valjoux A05.H31 automatic movement with 27 jewels and a 60-hour power reserve. It offers chronograph functionality, a white dial with luminous hands, date display, scratch-resistant sapphire crystal, see-through case back, and 100m water resistance—all in a 42mm case with a quick-release bracelet and deployment clasp. 

SGD 4,244.00 at Shopee

They have a physical watch retail shop in Singapore, where all timepieces are brand new in box with full sets and tags. Featured: the Orient Star Cal. F8B61, made in Japan, boasting a 70-hour power reserve, sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating, and a 2-year international warranty.

SGD 3,799.00 at Lazada

Luminox unveils the Master Carbon SEAL Automatic—their first watch to feature an automatic movement housed in a rugged yet lightweight CARBONOX™+ case. Combining signature toughness, 200m water resistance, luminosity, and legibility, it also boasts a day-date display, exhibition case back, sapphire crystal, and a customizable CUT-TO-FIT rubber strap—all in a bold 45mm design.

SGD 1,874.80 at Shopee

This Casio analog watch features an automatic mechanical movement, blending business and fashion style with over 200m water resistance. Made in Japan, it comes with a 24-month international warranty and ships directly from Japan.

SGD 1,098.26 at Shopee

This limited edition timepiece (500 pieces) features a Seiko V192 solar-powered movement, a striking blue-green dial, analog display, and push-button crown, released in October 2023.

SGD 1,047.00 at Shopee

The Maserati Stile Men's Chronograph blends bold design with everyday elegance, featuring a 45mm black stainless steel case, sapphire glass, and a sleek metal bracelet with a double butterfly clasp. Powered by quartz movement, it offers multifunction chronograph features, a date display, and 100m water resistance—perfect for stylish, casual wear.

SGD 659.00 at Shopee

The Emporio Armani AR11363 is a sleek 43mm men's chronograph watch featuring a stainless steel case and bracelet, quartz movement, black dial, date display, 12/24-hour format, and a unidirectional rotating bezel. With a mineral crystal, 100m water resistance, and deployment clasp, it blends style and function for everyday wear.

SGD 314.53 at Shopee

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