1. Chopova Lowena lace dress, US$1,086 (S$1,490), matchesfashion.com
"This young, sustainability-conscious English-Bulgarian label gets more charming each season with its underground club-meets-countryside aesthetic. The only question I have about this pretty number: Should I wear it on its own or layered?"
2. Eye/Loewe/Nature cotton hat, $550, Loewe
"Given how erratic the weather has been, this bucket hat makes both a practical and cheery accessory to have on outdoor shoots. Extra points for being crafted from organic and recycled fabrics."
3. L'Ombre des Merveilles EDP, $249, Hermes
"With comforting notes of incense, tonka bean and black tea, the latest addition to this fragrance family from Hermes makes me feel at home no matter where I am."
4. Saint Laurent by Anthony Vaccarello silk shirt, $1,110, Saint Laurent
"I might not be able to go on a vacay right now, but this aloha shirt certainly puts me in that escapist state of mind."
5. Cloud birch plywood table, price upon request, www.karynlim.com
"With its unusual organic shape and ombre treatment, this sculptural table by rising local industrial designer Karyn Lim doubles as an objet d'art —so much to love."
6. Acetate sunglasses, $530, Bottega Veneta
"Is the re-emergence of '9os alternative music and style enough of an excuse for me to splurge on these idiosyncratic Kurt Cobain-esque sunnies?"
