The best Asian fashion and beauty labels on the net right now.
The best Asian fashion and beauty labels on the net right now.
ALL THAT GLITTERS
Bold statement jewellery speaks volumes, but barely there accessories boast a quiet charm that stand the test of time. Enter From Tiny Islands, an up-and-coming Indonesian accessory brand that indulges wanderlust through its subtle designs (along with a travel journal on its website). Infused with a minimalist sensibility, the accessories are perfect for those who wish to add sparkle into their lives. Visit fromtinyislands.com
BAND OF BEAUTY
Skincare products that build good rapport with the skin is a prerequisite for optimal skin health. Homegrown beauty brand Allies of Skin employs potent botanicals and skin-soothing complexes to achieve just that. The result? Radiant, plumped-up skin that’s worthy of the #nofilter hashtag on Instagram. Visit alliesofskin.com
VISION OF LOVE
From its humble beginnings in South Korea, sunglasses line Gentle Monster has catapulted to global fame with its cutting edge designs, winning the hearts of style mavens everywhere. Stunning visuals, and occasional collaborations with contemporary fashion brands like Opening Ceremony and Hood by Air, are why the brand’s website is on everyone’s fingertips right now. Visit gentlemonster.com
SARTORIAL FLAIR
For all the frill-seekers out there, La Boutique’s standout pieces are a perfect fit—literally. The Bangkok label has been making waves in the fashion scene thanks to its ability to balance wearability, drama and feminine elegance with ease.Make space in your wardrobe if you’re up for a fantastic fashion ride. Visit laboutiqueofficial.com
PERFUMED PERFECTION
Click your way to wellness with local artisanal aromatherapy brand, Mmerci Encore. The “aromatherapie atelier” boasts products that employ therapygrade essential oils made fresh upon order. Plus, the blog section is filled with tips, tricks and soothing anecdotes for a holistic lifestyle. Visit mmerciencore.com
BAGS OF FANCY
How did the Bangkok-based luxury accessories brand S’uvimol, charm its way on to the arms of street style darlings like Kristina Bazan and Caroline Vreeland? By making available a wide array of exotic skin bags in every hue, of course. Make it yours by placing an order on its website, where customisation services are also available. Visit suvimol.com
LIFE IN MONO
Getting your hands on a custom-made piece used to entail multiple trips to the store and hours spent working on the collaboration. Now, with a click of the mouse, homegrown label Luxemono delivers hand-embossed leather accessories to your doorstep. The best way to truly call fashion as your own. Visit luxemono.com
ACCESSIBLE LUXURY
Local multi-label luxury fashion boutique LaPrendo has stores nestled in Dempsey Hill and Takashimaya S.C., bringing to our shores the latest from hard-to-get brands like Aquazzura, FRAME Denim and Ginette NY since 2006. Its website merges a curation of both apparel and jewellery, making shopping even more convenient for the time-strapped fashion-forward woman. Visit laprendo.com
SKIN SAVIOURS
Potions and lotions that are good for you inside and out? Impossible? Not with Katfood. The homegrown beauty label prides itself on allnatural food-grade ingredients in its concoctions—if it is not safe to eat, it does not go into its products. Additionally, Katfood’s website offers DIY tips and tricks on how you can make them an integral part of your everyday life. Visit ilovekatfood.com