We have all been through 2012 and would know of the terrifying prophecy that the Mayan civilisation had for us – the impending apocalypse that inevitably spells the end of the world. Thankfully for all of us on earth, that didn’t come true! What came into fruition though, is a highly-exciting, upcoming collection from one…
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Music has always been in the blood of Rick Hung, the Singapore-based, Hong Kong born designer of menswear label 2HB. That is why it was certainly no surprise to us that he has cited that his newest 2014 collection, which has just been showcased on the runway of Hong Kong International Fashion Week Autumn Winter…
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It was by sheer luck that we were being introduced to London based designer and entrepreneur Vanessa Gouden. And it was also by sheer delight that we have found ourselves drawn to her artistic-yet-elegant styles in all her designs of her label VANESSA G, especially her newly-released Mining Landscapes collection for the season. Vanessa G has created…
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Electrifying prints – check! Sleek and modernistic silhouettes – check! And chic-ness – check! Well, it seems that RI by Carrie’s brand new collection for the Autumn/Winter 2013 season is simply spot-on on the emerging and somewhat tantalizing trend for the season, with an absolutely right dose of prints. Titled ‘Tribes of the Future’, the…
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Fresh from the runways of London Fashion Week 2013, Maria Grachvogel, who is dubbed as one of Britain’s top designers, was here in Singapore to present her Spring/Summer 2013-14 collection at Paragon Shopping Centre last Thursday. Hosted and produced by fashion producer Daniel Boey and team, the night kicked off with dresses, jumpsuits and sleek…
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One might never contemplate that donning on sportswear as the first interpretation of a stylish and trendy outfit or look, but it seems that Japanese fashion designer, Jun Takahashi (of Undercover label)’s latest collaboration with sportswear maker Nike in the latest Nike x Undercover Gyakusou S/S 2013 collection clearly proves that is possible. Before you think…
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If you aren’t familiar with the Star Creation Competition, well, you should be! Created in 2010 by Textile & Fashion Federation (Singapore) as part of the Asia Fashion Exchange (AFX), the country’s top fashion design competition is crafted to uncover and hone the creativity of young Asian talents, grooming them into tomorrow’s top fashion designers. For three years…
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“Give a girl the right shoe and she can conquer the world” – Marilyn Monroe These words ring especially true when looking at the work of New York’s rising footwear star, OBI Cymatica. His designs occupy the exquisite space between high-octane glamour and innovative sophistication, characterised by sleek cuts that redefine the modern silhouette. A…
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It is really true when they say that a new year begets new beginnings, and for most people, the name Thomas Wee brings to mind many traces of familiarity. Indeed, he has been in the Singapore fashion industry for more than thirty years, and has been synonymous and well recognised for his impeccable workmanship, clean…
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Menswear has generally been restricted in its form of design varieties and production as compared to women’s wear. It appears as if women’s wear is the only gender to have all the fun in dressing. However, menswear designer, Alina Jumabhoy proves the ladies wrong. Up-and-coming London-based designer, Alina Jumabhoy presents her debut collection, ‘DE-CROWNED’. The…
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Things are definitely getting spunkier and more rock ‘n’ roll-ish for Sane of Molly’s Autumn/ Winter 2012 collection. The Bangkok-based fashion label b known for concocting designs that are classic yet unique and wearable in the inspired styles of East London, has just showcased their collection at the MQ Vienna Fashion Week (VFW) Austria. Entitled “The…
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As you would have known by now, bold statement pieces always get me on a high note. In fact, it has always been ‘the bolder, the better‘ for me! That is why, I was completely bowled over when I first saw the rather eccentric necklaces by Indonesian fashion accessory label, fréj whose designers Franky Wongkar and Jeffrey Jeff were recently…
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