Glamour in the city

Take a limousine ride around town. Shop the trendiest threads. Have dinner and dessert at the finest restaurants. And sip on bespoke cocktails at the swankiest bars. Go on, live it up this festive season at Suntec City.

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Take a limousine ride around town. Shop the trendiest threads. Have dinner and dessert at the finest restaurants. And sip on bespoke cocktails at the swankiest bars. Go on, live it up this festive season at Suntec City.

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HIRE YOUR RIDE
Rent a stretch limousine for a day, or a few hours, and explore the city from a new vantage point.

ON HIM: Cotton shirt, $59.90, from H&M. Akikio blazer, $399, from Benjamin Barker. Corduroy drawstring pants, $49.95, from Cotton On. Silk bow tie, $55, and silk pocket square, $45, from The Bespoke Club. HyperGrand steel chronograph watch with Nato strap, $439, and Speedometer Official bangle, $329, from Ante. Gambeson Walk leather shoes, $219, from Clarks. ON HER: Lyocell satin jumpsuit, $239, from Womb. Brocade silk and velvet jacket, $950, from The Bespoke Club. Dusky Necklace in rosegold PVD with crystals and leather, $1,320, and Dazzling Ring in gold PVD with crystals, $700, from Swarovski. Faux leather clutch, $72, from (X)S.M.L. Glitterencrusted d’Orsays, $56.90, from Charles & Keith.

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SUIT UP
Get new apparel for the modern dandy at menswear stores like Benjamin Barker (pictured here), Raphael Gabriel and The Bespoke Club.

ON HIM: Grant Japanese wool jacket, $499, matching vest, $158, and matching pants, $179, from Benjamin Barker. Lacoste Pique cotton polo tee, $119, from Royal Sporting House. Leather shoes, $259, from Rockport. ON HER: Aijek lace dress, $279, from MPORIUM. Dark Clip Earrings with crystals and metal chains, $700, and Dawn Cuff in gold and rhodium plating with crystals, $320, from Swarovski. Mesh clutch, $72, from (X)S.M.L. Phaedra leather booties, $239, from Rockport. BESIDE CHAIR: Liberon leather backpack, $1,550, from House of Samsonite.

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THE GREAT OUTDOORS
Take a stroll in the Sky Garden at Level 3 Suntec City, which houses restaurants like Saint Ma Garden Dining by IndoChine, Arn Nan, Terra, Enbu and many others. You’ll be spoilt for choice.

ON HIM: Cotton turtleneck, $36, from Coldwear. Wool coat, $249, and wool pants, $79.90, from H&M. Gucci stainless steel sunglasses, $540, from W Optics. ON HER: Lace blouse with beading, $79.90, from Moonriver. Polyester and brocade skirt, $99.90, from H&M. Dolce & Gabbana acetate sunglasses, $350, from W Optics. Dilemma Ring in gold-plated PVD with crystals, $550, and Dark Ring in PVD with crystals, $550, from Swarovski. Hidden Didi synthetic-leather clutch, $199, from lapalette.

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IT’S SHOW TIME
Kick back and enjoy a movie from Golden Village Gold Class’ fully reclinable seats, complete with a personalised butler service. The new Grab and Gold cafe, a first for Golden Village, serves a variety of Western and Asian cuisines. Other highlights on the Gold Class menu: a range of specialty craft beers, including Hofbrau beer.

ON HIM: Denim Long Sleeve Shirt, $49.90, and Slim Fit Chino Flat Front Pants, $49.90, from UNIQLO. Double-breasted dinner jacket, $1,500, from The Bespoke Club. Silk scarf, $219, from J.Lindeberg. ON HER: Cotton sweater, $46, from Coldwear. Polyester skirt, $99, from BYSI. Chunky rope necklace with synthetic stones (price unavailable) from H&M. Diana Ring in palladium plating with crystals, $255, and Dilemma Ring in gold-plated PVD with crystals, $550, from Swarovski. Suede sandals, $200, from Steve Madden.

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LETHAL COMBINATION
When in doubt, throw on a festive crimson sweater and a cool biker jacket. It’s never a bad thing to channel James Dean – but update the look for 2015.

Cotton shirt, $139, from Timberland. Extra Fine Merino Crew Neck Sweater, $49.90, from UNIQLO. PU leather jacket, $119, and cotton pants, $69.90, from Celio.

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SWEET TREATS
A perk-me-up at Hoshino Coffee – think fluffy pancake souffles, French toast and matcha softees – is always a good idea.

ON HIM: Cotton shirt, $159, from T.M.Lewin. Silk and cashmere jacket, $1,050, from The Bespoke Club. Cotton pants, $65.90, from Celio. Buddha to Buddha leather cord bracelet, $550, Lust Limited rubber bracelet, $49, and HyperGrand steel chronograph watch with Nato strap, $439, from Ante. Lapel pin, $19.90, from Benjamin Barker. ON HER: Polyester dress, $69, from Wild Hibiscus. Diamante earrings, $24.90, from H&M. Fit Cuff with crystal mesh, $700, and Slake Duo Bracelet with crystal fabric and crystals, $150, from Swarovski. Hosiery, $29, from La Senza.

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REV IN STYLE
After hitting the fashion, beauty and interior shops, how about adding a new Lamborghini to the tab? Decadence is in vogue this festive season, after all.

ON HIM: Wool sweater, $39.90, from H&M. ON HER: Polyester dress, $79.90, from Que Sera. Perspex earrings, $19.90, from H&M. Dusky Cuff in rose gold PVD with crystals, $880, from Swarovski. Leather gloves, $45, from Winter Time. Gallardo LP560-4 Spyder from Lamborghini.

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TAKE COVER
At Dallas Restaurant & Bar, the floor-to-ceiling glass windows give a bird’s-eye view of the outdoors while offering respite from the heat and the hustle and bustle of the central business district.

Raffia dress with embroidery, $139, from BYSI. Adidas visor, $25, from Royal Sporting House. Bulgari Serpenti Tubogas watch (on right wrist), $52,300, and Bulgari Serpenti 18K pink gold jewellery watch with diamonds and onyx, $79,900, from Dickson Watch & Jewellery.

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MORE NEW SHOPS
The mall’s North Wing welcomes RIMOWA, Lamborghini, and MPORIUM – more reasons to shop till you drop.

ON HIM: Cotton shirt, $99.90, from The Shirt Bar. Denim jacket, $69.95, from Factorie. Wool jacket, $1,350, and cotton shorts, $350, from The Bespoke Club. SOUL suede loafers with breathable outsole, $245, from Geox. ON HER: Polyester bomber jacket, $400, from Nine West. Polyester and mesh skirt, $119, from J@Wardrobe. Suede cuff with crystals, $32.90, from Promod. Daphne premium calf-leather bag, $1,499, from Braun Büffel. Dance Urlead Mid Twist shoes, $169, from Reebok.

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BACK IN THE HOTSPOT
The iconic Balaclava returns to Suntec City. As it did before, it offers live music, delicious cocktails and a huge dose of baroque glamour.

ON HIM: Cotton shirt, $59.90, and suede jacket, $199, from H&M. Washable pants, $329, from T.M.Lewin. Silk scarf, $239, from J.Lindeberg. Franck Muller Cintree Curvex 7-Days Power Reserve Skeleton stainless steel watch with mechanical in-house movement, $63,322.60, from Sincere Fine Watches. Leather brogues, $129, from Pedro. ON HER: Cotton turtleneck, $33, from Coldwear. Neoprene skirt, $59, from BYSI. Fit Waterfall Necklace with crystals, $700, from Swarovski. Franck Muller Master Square Color Dreams 18K white gold watch with automatic movement, $120,889, from Sincere Fine Watches. Suede Mary Janes, $53.90, from Charles & Keith.