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Her World Tunns 60!

Her World Tunns 60!

Her World

I grew up with Her World.

From Dior – And The Stuff That Went Into It

From Dior – And The Stuff That Went Into It

Her World

The beauty of nature is captured in this breathtaking collection.

One Technicolour Personality

One Technicolour Personality

The Peak

The founder of The Prefecture makes a strong case for colourful leadership.

Against The Grain

Against The Grain

The Peak

Stand out in styles that also shield you, whether softly severe tailoring or protective technical gear in outsized proportions.

A FALL/WINTER 2020 COLLECTION REPORT

A FALL/WINTER 2020 COLLECTION REPORT

Female

(AND SOME OF THE ASIAN MODELS WHO COMMANDED THE SEASON’S RUNWAYS)

THE LAST PAGE

THE LAST PAGE

Her World

The LED mirrored aluminium suitcase

THE ART OF LAYERING

THE ART OF LAYERING

Her World

Pile it on with the season’s slouchiest looks, imbued with soft knits, relaxed textures and a laissez-faire attitude.

THE PERKS OF BEING NEUTRAL

THE PERKS OF BEING NEUTRAL

Her World

The season’s safest bet of monochrome and nude need not be simple or basic.

HW Endorses: The Rolex Oyster Perpetual

HW Endorses: The Rolex Oyster Perpetual

Her World

Rolex gives its signature timepiece a makeover with a vibrant new look. The colourful dials are available in 31mm as well as 41mm (excluding candy pink).

All-Star Design

All-Star Design

Her World

Inspired by the cosmos, Swiss watchmaker Zenith’s latest timepiece is its first purely feminine watch, and the perfect mix of versatility and style.

The Style Maven

The Style Maven

Her World

With over two decades of experience in the fashion industry, Net-a-porter’s global buying director Elizabeth van der Goltz believes in classic and modern dressing, but always with a personal twist.

Mission Possible: Local Label Goes To Hollywood

Mission Possible: Local Label Goes To Hollywood

Her World

Homegrown jewellery brand State Property is breaking into the international market via Hollywood. Founders Lin Ruiyin and Afzal Imram share the secret to their success and how their “wearable art” ended up on the red carpet.

NO GIRLINESS ALLOWED

NO GIRLINESS ALLOWED

Her World

Fashion’s obsession with dressing like a tomboy is served with a side of ‘tude.

Checking All The Right Boxes

Checking All The Right Boxes

Her World

These enduring prints are sure to give any wardrobe a boost.

From Louis Vuitton – And The Other Stuff That Went Into It

From Louis Vuitton – And The Other Stuff That Went Into It

Her World

Including the stuff that didn’t, so that you have more options.

WHAT THE FEMALE TEAM IS INTO NOW

WHAT THE FEMALE TEAM IS INTO NOW

Female

1. Chopova Lowena lace dress, US$1,086 (S$1,490), matchesfashion.com

STENGTH

STENGTH

Female

Leather bomber jacker, Hermes

ASIA’S TRUE TOP MODELS

ASIA’S TRUE TOP MODELS

Female

A DIVERSITY REPORT ON THE FALL/WINTER 2020 RUNWAY SEASON BY THE FASHION SPOT – DRAWN FROM 194 SHOWS THAT TOOK PLACE IN THE FOUR MAJOR FASHION WEEK CITIES – FOUND THAT 40.6 PER CENT OF MODELS CAST WERE PEOPLE OF COLOUR.

A PLACE IN THE SUN

A PLACE IN THE SUN

Female

FOR THE MULTITUDE OF DIFFERENCES THAT WE OUGHT TO RECOGNISE AND EMBRACE, THERE ARE SOME THINGS THAT ASIAN WOMEN IN GENERAL SHARE IN COMMON WHEN IT COMES TO DISCUSSING MATTERS OF THE SKIN.

CONTEMPORARY POP

CONTEMPORARY POP

Female

THE RECENTLY REVEALED UPDATE OF ROLEX’S OYSTER PERPETUAL 36 CAN BE CONSIDERED WORKS OF ART FOR AT LEAST TWO REASONS.

UNBEATABLE

UNBEATABLE

Female

YEAH, YEAH, NETFLIX’S REDUX OF SINGAPORE TV SHOWS FROM THE ’90S IS MAKING US NOSTALGIC FOR THE ERA’S BRAND OF “POWER” DRESSING.

HOME TEAM

HOME TEAM

Female

LOCAL LABEL BEYOND THE VINES HAS COME A LONG WAY SINCE ITS INCEPTION FIVE YEARS AGO.

 FORTUNE FAVOURS THE BOH

FORTUNE FAVOURS THE BOH

Female

FASHION PR, WRITING, MODELLING – BOHAN QIU HAS TRIED HIS HAND AT ALL OF THEM.

THE POWER OF YOU

THE POWER OF YOU

Female

K-POP HAS UNDOUBTEDLY BEEN ONE OF THE BIGGEST CULTURAL EXPORTS OUT OF ASIA AND THE SAME MIGHT JUST GO FOR ONE OF THE SCENE’S MOST POPULAR YOUNG FEMALE STARS OF THE MOMENT: THE CHAMELEONIC STYLE ICON AND MULTI-HYPHENATE ENTERTAINER JOY.

MODERN TALKING

MODERN TALKING

Female

IN 2019, LOUIS VUITTON INTRODUCED ITS ARTYCAPUCINES PROJECT, WHICH INVITES LEADING INTERNATIONAL ARTISTS TO REIMAGINE ITS CAPUCINES TOTE – NAMED AFTER THE PARISIAN STREET ON WHICH THE BRAND OPENED ITS FIRST BOUTIQUE AND KNOWN FOR ITS EXTENSIVE CRAFTSMANSHIP.

TIGER TIGER, BURNING BRIGHT

TIGER TIGER, BURNING BRIGHT

Female

FELIPE OLIVEIRA BAPTISTA IS REMAKING KENZO FOR A MODERN AGE, TAPPING AS MUCH INTO THE ARCHIVES AS ITS FOUNDING JAPANESE DESIGNER’S ETHOS OF CULTURAL CURIOSITY FOR HIS DEBUT THIS SEASON. GORDON NG REPORTS ON HOW HE’S CONTINUING KENZO TAKADA’S LEGACY.

ON THE UP

ON THE UP

Female

FROM AN IRANIAN MILLINER CRAFTING FANTASTICAL HATS THAT RESEMBLE SCULPTURE TO A GENDER-FLUID HONG KONG LABEL CHALLENGING TRADITIONAL NOTIONS OF MASCULINITY, THE SEVEN EMERGING BRANDS FEATURED HERE SHARE ONE THING IN COMMON: FOUNDERS WITH ROOTS IN ASIA – AND BOLD IDEAS THAT THE WORLD SHOULD KNOW ABOUT. KENG YANG SHUEN REPORTS.

ONE FINE DAY

ONE FINE DAY

Harper's Bazaar

Make an entrance in the season’s strongest runway looks.

GROWING UP

GROWING UP

Harper's Bazaar

Singapore’s last surviving kampong sets the stage for a chic homecoming for this season’s cool jackets, frilly dresses and statement-making trousers.

LEADER OF THE PACK

LEADER OF THE PACK

Harper's Bazaar

Dressed in a spectrum of luscious hues, the new CODE 11.59 by Audemars Piguet collection bears all the hallmarks of a covetable classic. Sophisticated and effortlessly versatile, it’s a thoroughly modern choice for the woman who dares to challenge.

HAUTE BIJOUX

HAUTE BIJOUX

Harper's Bazaar

The latest and most talked-about collections.

CENTRE PIECE

CENTRE PIECE

Harper's Bazaar

Let belts galvanise your outfit—be it a waist cincher, a statement piece or a cool bum bag.

HOW TO LOOK CHIC IN MIDI SKIRTS

HOW TO LOOK CHIC IN MIDI SKIRTS

Harper's Bazaar

The modest style has taken on a demure sexiness and cool edge by way of fabric and silhouette, making for the perfect all-occasion staple.

FABULOUS AT EVERY AGE

FABULOUS AT EVERY AGE

Harper's Bazaar

Traipse to the countryside for a breath of fresh air.

ANOTHER COUNTRY

ANOTHER COUNTRY

Harper's Bazaar

Paying tribute to her home country, Maria Grazia Chiuri delves into intimate lacework and floral embroidery, all in vibrant shades, to reflect the bohemian spirit of the Italian countryside for Dior’s cruise 2021 collection.

ON THE STREETS

ON THE STREETS

Harper's Bazaar

Graphic lines and geometric shapes take on new life.

STYLE

STYLE

Harper's Bazaar

Stand tall in the season’s sharpest tailored numbers, adorned with delicate blooms that made the jump from wallpaper to wardrobe.

CHIC COMFORT

CHIC COMFORT

Harper's Bazaar

Timeless styles that’ll keep you in pole position among the fashion pack—whether you’re at work, at play or sitting pretty at home.

NOTEJOY OF HOMEDESKING

NOTEJOY OF HOMEDESKING

Home & Decor

With the consistently low number of Covid-19 infections among the community in Singapore, the government recently eased preventive measures, enabling more employees to return to the workplace from 28 September, 2020.

Longchamp’s My Pliage® Customisation Service

Longchamp’s My Pliage® Customisation Service

Her World

The Le Pliage Nylon is available from $420, and the My Pliage service is available free of charge at www.longchamp.com.

GOOD MEN 2020

GOOD MEN 2020

Her World

THEY HAVE THE LOOKS AND STREET CRED.

STRANGER THINGS

STRANGER THINGS

Female

IN THIS MADCAP WORLD, FALL/WINTER 2020’S LADYLIKE DRESSES AND SECRETARIAL CHIC SEPARATES WITH A LYNCHIAN FLAIR ONLY ADD CHARACTER.

UP, UP AND AWAY

UP, UP AND AWAY

Female

SO WHAT IF TRAVEL’S STILL RESTRICTED? LENDING A FUN AND FEEL-GOOD DIMENSION TO ARCHIVE STYLES FROM HIS GENDER-FLUID NAMESAKE LABEL – WITH MONCLER’S SIGNATURE LIGHTWEIGHT PUFFER FABRIC – JW ANDERSON REMINDS US THAT, SOMETIMES, ALL ONE NEEDS TO ESCAPE IS A LITTLE IMAGINATION. FEMALE AND THE LUXURY SKIWEAR BRAND GO ON AN ADVENTURE WITH HIS DEBUT 1 MONCLER JW ANDERSON COLLECTION FOR THE LATTER’S GENIUS PROJECT.

SOLIDARITY PACKAGE

SOLIDARITY PACKAGE

Female

THE PANDEMIC MIGHT HAVE CANCELLED MOST OF 2020, BUT IT SHOULDN’T WIPE OUT OUR COMMITMENT TO IMPORTANT CAUSES.

CARTOON NETWORK

CARTOON NETWORK

Female

WHAT THESE FASHION COLLABORATIONS LAUNCHING THIS MONTH HAVE IN COMMON? THEIR GUEST PARTNERS ARE ALL WELL-LOVED FICTIONAL CHARACTERS WITH THEIR OWN ANIMATED SHOW (OR SHOWS), AND THE RESULTS ARE LIMITED EDITION AND MAKE SUCH PLAYFUL ADDITIONS TO THE EVERYDAY WARDROBE, ONE REALLY OUGHT TO CATCH ’EM ALL.

TOY STORY

TOY STORY

Female

FALL/WINTER 2020’S MOST UNEXPECTED ACCESSORIES THAT BLUR THE BOUNDARY BETWEEN FASHION AND PLAY THING.

ALL THE RIGHT MOVES

ALL THE RIGHT MOVES

Female

INTO HIS THIRD WOMEN'S RUNWAY COLLECTION AS BOTTEGA VENETA'S PHENOM OF A CREATIVE DIRECTOR,' NIEL LEE CONTINUES FASHIONING UP ONE DESIRABLE, DESTINED-TO-SELL-OUT ACCESSOR ANOTHER; EACH AS SENSUOUS AS IT IS INTELLIGENTLY DESIGNED. HERE, THE MUST-KNOW STYLES FROM FALL/WINTER 2020, INFLUENCED BY HIS LIFELONG OBSESSION WITH DANCE.

SHOW GIRLS

SHOW GIRLS

Female

STEP RIGHT UP AND TAKE A PEEP AT THE MOST ALLURING ACCESSORIES FROM SAINT LAURENT'S BOURGEOISE-MADE-KINKY FALL/WINTER 2020 COLLECTION, AS PRESENTED BY FEMALE IN COLLABORATION WITH THE PARISIAN FASHION HOUSE.

THE BIG EASY

THE BIG EASY

Female

A RELAXED TAKE ON THE DISTINCTIVELY STRUCTURED ANTIGONA BAG, WHICH DEBUTED 10 YEARS AGO TO INSTANT IT-DOM, GIVENCHY'S ANTIGONA SOFT IS EXACTLY THE KIND OF BAG FOR THE TIMES: PRAGMATICALLY SIZED, VERSATILE AND CHIC, WITH THE MASCJUNE EDGE OF THE OG. FEMALE AND THE MAISON SHINE A SPOTLIGHT ON THIS EVERYDAY HEROINE.

COCO IN BOOTS

COCO IN BOOTS

Female

THE SHOE MOST SYNONYMOUS WITH CHANEL MIGHT BE ITS BLACK-AND-BEIGE SANDALS, BUT THIS SEASON, THERE’S ANOTHER TWO-TONED STYLE TO KNOW.

DREAM GIRLS

DREAM GIRLS

Female

VIRTUAL MODELS AND INFLUENCERS – 3-D CREATIONS THAT EXIST ONLY IN IMAGES AND SOFTWARE – HAVE BEGUN TO OBSCURE THE LINES OF FICTION AND REALITY. GORDON NG REPORTS ON WHAT IS QUITE POSSIBLY FASHION’S NEXT FRONTIER.

ONE MORE TIME

ONE MORE TIME

Female

FOR OVER A CENTURY, LOUIS VUITTON’S MONOGRAM HAS BEEN LIKE A COAT OF ARMS FOR THE MAISON: AN INSTANTLY RECOGNISABLE EMBLEM OF ITS HISTORY AND DEDICATION TO CRAFTSMANSHIP (ITS FLORAL MOTIFS ARE REPORTEDLY INSPIRED BY ART NOUVEAU).

CREATURES OF COMFORT

CREATURES OF COMFORT

Her World

An intro to the FW ’20 season of quilted outerwear, wool that’s as smooth as silk, and soft-touch knits made for the comfort creature in all of us.

The Power Of Gemstones

The Power Of Gemstones

Her World

Lucia Silvestri, Bvlgari’s jewellery creative director, says gems are linked to love and shares why jewellery makes a good investment.

A Most Flattering Shade Of Gold

A Most Flattering Shade Of Gold

Her World

Three reasons why rose gold is it: It brings out the softness of your skin tone, it’s particularly suited to warm Asian skin, and it goes with both silver and yellow gold jewellery.

Embrace The Curve

Embrace The Curve

Her World

An ear cuff is a quick and easy way to instantly transform a look. Some slip on easily so you can wear them regardless of piercings, others offer a myriad of mix and match options for layering.

The Investment Pieces

The Investment Pieces

Her World

A covetable, curated wardrobe is really one that’s filled with things you truly love, and that can last you a lifetime.

IF THE SHOE FITS COLLECTOR

IF THE SHOE FITS COLLECTOR

Her World

With close to a hundred pairs in her collection, fashion influencer Nellie Lim is a self-confessed shoe addict and admits: “It’s a problem I’ve been trying to work on.” Here, she shares her footwear philosophy.

STATEMENT SHOES OF FW'20

STATEMENT SHOES OF FW'20

Her World

Trending this season: rhinestone-studded sandals over-the-knee boots, chunky platforms, and more. Take your pick here.

IT STARTS WITH A SKETCH

IT STARTS WITH A SKETCH

Her World

From designers dreaming up colours and silhouettes, then putting them on paper with gorgeous illustrations, to craftsmen making these sketches come to life and us getting to see and try the final product in store, and taking them home to add to our collections... this is the marvellous journey of a fab pair of shoes.

HW Endorses: The Miu Belle Bag

HW Endorses: The Miu Belle Bag

Her World

In the spirit of the season, with many fashion houses going back to their roots, Miu Miu revisits its signature leather treatment on the Miu Belle bag.

From Coach – And The Stuff That Went Into It

From Coach – And The Stuff That Went Into It

Her World

Including Basquiat’s artistic stamps, New York cool togs, and masculine wares.

THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING RESILIENT

THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING RESILIENT

Her World

Our favourite male celebs clue us in on what they’ve been up to lately, pg 82

ALL THE RIGHT MOVES

ALL THE RIGHT MOVES

Harper's Bazaar

Fringe, frills, flounce and feathers—this season’s most sumptuous looks served up on a bed of texture and lush details.

PORTRAIT OF A LADY

PORTRAIT OF A LADY

Harper's Bazaar

Brazilian glamazon Valentina Sampaio plays princess for a day in damask dresses with dramatic sleeves, while the cloak of night covers her in the sexiest black confections with cutouts in all the right places.

FABULOUS AT EVERY AGE

FABULOUS AT EVERY AGE

Harper's Bazaar

Paisley goes from carpet to runway—with a new edge.

NEW YORK STATE OF MIND

NEW YORK STATE OF MIND

Harper's Bazaar

STUART VEVERS TAKES COACH BACK TO ONE OF THE MOST EXCITING PERIODS OF DOWNTOWN NEW YORK WITH THE WORKS OF AN ARTIST WHO DEFINED THE BIG APPLE.

GRAPHIC CONTENT

GRAPHIC CONTENT

Harper's Bazaar

STATEMENT PRINTS WORN TOP TO TOE IN SHARP, SLEEK SILHOUETTES CUT A STRIKING FIGURE.

THE WRIST TAKERS

THE WRIST TAKERS

Harper's Bazaar

Chic timepieces worn just so with the season’s It bags make for a pairing that’s impossible to resist.

STOMP TROOPERS

STOMP TROOPERS

Harper's Bazaar

Be it a sizzling desert, a snow storm or the warm tropics, these boots go beyond their duty for comfort delivered with style.

HOW TO LOOK FRESH IN VESTS

HOW TO LOOK FRESH IN VESTS

Harper's Bazaar

Once a layering piece, this sleeveless number now takes centre stage with varying silhouettes and materials.

HERE & NOW

HERE & NOW

Harper's Bazaar

The modern mix that underpins Louis Vuitton—from historical references fused with futuristic elements to inspo taken from haute sportif and masculine tailoring—makes this fall/winter 2020 collection a standout for this new decade.

EMPRESS OF ROME

EMPRESS OF ROME

Harper's Bazaar

The only family member still working for the dynastic Italian fashion house, Silvia Venturini Fendi talks to Lydia Slater about the needs of the modern woman and her inclusive fall/winter 2020 collection.

SUPER WOMAN

SUPER WOMAN

Harper's Bazaar

Fashion’s most visionary women are taking the language of femininity to new heights and depths, with the volume turned up to the max.

ON THE STREETS

ON THE STREETS

Harper's Bazaar

Everyone’s go-to basic is not so basic after all.

STYLE

STYLE

Harper's Bazaar

These playful looks ensure you get first billing with vibrant colours, feminine pleats and clashing pairings.

THE GREAT OUTDOORS

THE GREAT OUTDOORS

Harper's Bazaar

Every excuse to step outside deserves an impeccable outfit.

PRINCESS DIARY

PRINCESS DIARY

Harper's Bazaar

A stately location; clothes from reputed heritage houses; a top model looking regal and with a commanding presence...

A Sartorial Playground

A Sartorial Playground

The Peak

In the business of building the perfect playground for his clients, Leon Tan approaches this with the same playful attitude he applies to his sense of style.

Beyond The Physical

Beyond The Physical

The Peak

What makes a business digital-first? The creative minds behind three digital fashion and jewellery enterprises share what it’s like to run in the virtual world.

Chic Operating Officer

Chic Operating Officer

The Peak

She’s only been in Singapore for three years, but Maria Li has made quite a name for herself in tech circles, both for her success and those striking suits.

COVER ART

COVER ART

The Peak

MASKING UP DOES NOT HAVE TO MEAN DRESSING DOWN. YOU CAN MAKE A STYLE STATEMENT EVEN WHILE DOING YOUR CIVIC DUTY. BONUS: SCAN THE QR CODE ON THE PREVIOUS PAGE FOR A BEHIND THE SCENES VIDEO.

Making The Leap

Making The Leap

The Peak

Breguet’s Tradition range gets its first date complication – and it’s no run-of-the-mill date window.

Community Spirit

Community Spirit

The Peak

A long-time Paneristi on how his horological journey is intertwined with friendships, forums and Florence.

Dior's Garden Of Horlogerie

Dior's Garden Of Horlogerie

The Peak

Take a walk through the flora and fauna of the maison's latest limited edition timepieces made for the elegant woman, artistically rendered by Patrick Waugh.

The Bright Stuff

The Bright Stuff

The Peak

If you thought Audemars Piguet’s youngest pillar would play it safe, think again.

Crowning Glory

Crowning Glory

The Peak

One of the most iconic watches of our time just got better.

Fashion & Watches

Fashion & Watches

The Peak

Mark these moments

The Clockmaker’s Son

The Clockmaker’s Son

The Peak

A passion for antique mechanical gadgets drives Shawn Lim to keep his family business of restoring antique timepieces going in this digital age.

BECOMING AN I CON

BECOMING AN I CON

The Peak

How do you create culture? A dash of bravery, a few drops of creativity, dollops of passion and a desire to pass it on to the next generation. The Peak pairs five current and future icons from five different cultural fields and transcribe their riveting conversations.

FREE DO EXPRE OF MISSION

FREE DO EXPRE OF MISSION

Female

THIS MONTH, FENDI UNVEILS THE FENDI POWER, A VISUAL ESSAY-CUM-FILM FEATURING THE AMERICAN DANCER-TURNED-TOP MODEL ALTON MASON AND CHINESE STYLIST/INFLUENCER/MODEL MIA KONG SHIMMYING EXUBERANTLY ACROSS THE ROOFTOP OF MIAMI’S ICONIC MUSEUM GARAGE.

WHAT DO PEOPLE REALLY  WANT FROM LUXURY FASHION?

WHAT DO PEOPLE REALLY WANT FROM LUXURY FASHION?

Female

SINGAPORE-BASED BLOGGER BAGAHOLICBOY, WHO'S BEEN EDUCATING PEOPLE ON HOW TO SHOP AND CHRONICLING "OUR NEVER-ENDING QUEST" FOR THE BEST DESIGNER BAGS AND "LIFE'S LITTLE LUXURIES" ON HIS EPONYMOUS WEBSITE SINCE 2007, GIVES HIS TAKE.

Form And Structure

Form And Structure

The Peak

The season’s latest skeletonised timepieces are distinguished by compelling aesthetics.

Social Study

Social Study

The Peak

Burberry’s latest boutique goes beyond the phygital space.

Biotech Matadora

Biotech Matadora

The Peak

She may have retired from swimming, but Daphne Teo’s competitive spirit is alive and thriving in the biotechnology industry.

Sneaker Savant

Sneaker Savant

The Peak

From hip-hop to formal dress codes, executive director Jeremy Ong’s sartorial journey mirrors his evolution in life.

MAGIC IN MOMENTS

MAGIC IN MOMENTS

The Peak

These days, leaving the house feels like an occasion – so you might as well dress for it in the season’s most striking statements.

CASA LOEWE LONDON

CASA LOEWE LONDON

Home & Decor

Spanish fashion house Loewe has a chic new home in the heart of the affluent Mayfair neighbourhood.

YOU SAY YOU WANT A REVOLUTI ON?

YOU SAY YOU WANT A REVOLUTI ON?

Female

AS WITH NEARLY EVERYTHING ELSE, THE FASHION INDUSTRY IS UNDERGOING A RECKONING AND PLENTY OF SELF-QUESTIONING AT THE MOMENT.

The Letters Of The Day

The Letters Of The Day

Her World

With strong graphic lines, the new LV Volt jewellery collection from Louis Vuitton puts the spotlight squarely on the brand’s double initials.

FW ’20’s New Guard

FW ’20’s New Guard

Her World

The fresh faces at established labels – from Tod’s and Kenzo to Issey Miyake – are the creative forces to watch.

THE SEASON-LESS SEASON FW’20

THE SEASON-LESS SEASON FW’20

Her World

Designers are returning to the core foundation of fashion – the original art form of dressmaking, while stripping off the pomp of decorative elements.

Fashion

Fashion

Her World

HW Endorses: Bvlgari x Ambush Serpenti Capsule Collection

From Gucci – And The Stuff That Went Into It

From Gucci – And The Stuff That Went Into It

Her World

Including the stuff that didn’t, so that you have more options.

EDITOR’S NOTE

EDITOR’S NOTE

Her World

Fashion for these times

SHOULD ONE EVEN CONSIDER FASHION SCHOOL?

SHOULD ONE EVEN CONSIDER FASHION SCHOOL?

Female

AS A FOUNDING MEMBER OF THE SINGAPORE ART-MEETS-STREETWEAR LABEL MASH-UP, CO-HOST OF THE FASHION-FOCUSED PODCAST ‘IN THE VITRINE’, RESEARCHER, CURATOR AND FASHION LECTURER AT LASALLE COLLEGE OF THE ARTS DANIELA MONASTERIOS TAN OFFERS SOME WISE WORDS.

HOW TO LOVE FASHION AND  STILL BE SUSTAINABLE?

HOW TO LOVE FASHION AND STILL BE SUSTAINABLE?

Female

AN UNOFFICIAL MANIFESTO BY 23-YEAR-OLD SINGAPORE WRITER XINGYUN SHEN, WHO RECENTLY GRADUATED FROM THE LONDON COLLEGE OF FASHION AND IS BEHIND THE REFRESHINGLY THOUGHTFUL AND INTELLIGENT INSTAGRAM ACCOUNT @NOORDINARYPROTEST, ON WHICH SHE ANALYSES ISSUES THAT SEE FASHION AND SUSTAINABILITY INTERSECT

CONFESSIONS OF A YOUNG  FASHION DESIGNER

CONFESSIONS OF A YOUNG FASHION DESIGNER

Female

WITH AN ARTFUL EYE, A PENCHANT FOR SCULPTURAL SILHOUETTES AND AN UNAPOLOGETIC FLAMBOYANCE, RECENT FASHION GRADUATE SAMUEL XUN HAS BEEN LAUDED AS BEING AMONG THE MOST PROMISING NAMES IN HIS COHORT. HERE’S WHAT THE 25-YEAR-OLD WANTS THOSE ASPIRING TO JOIN THE BUSINESS – OR WHO SIMPLY WANT TO UNDERSTAND THE SINGAPORE FASHION SCENE – TO KNOW.

WHAT IS FASHION?

WHAT IS FASHION?

Female

THAT’S THE QUESTION RECENT LASALLE COLLEGE OF THE ARTS FASHION MEDIA AND INDUSTRIES GRADUATE SEAH LIYI SET OUT TO EXPLORE IN HER FINAL-YEAR PROJECT, APPARENTLY, WHICH CATALOGUED THE WARDROBES OF 60 LOCAL WOMEN FROM ALL WALKS OF LIFE. THE RESULTS – SHOWCASED ON HER VERY OWN WEBSITE APPARENTLY.CARGO.SITE/ – IS UNLIKE ANY STUDY ON STYLE AND IDENTITY WE’VE SEEN HERE IN SINGAPORE.

LOVE WILL KEEP US TOGETHER

LOVE WILL KEEP US TOGETHER

Female

HOW DOES ONE GATHER HER DEAREST FRIENDS IN A TIME OF SOCIAL DISTANCING? BUDDING SINGAPORE ARTIST/ PHOTOGRAPHER KIMBERLY KIONG TRIES TO CONNECT THE DOTS.

THE DOCTOR IS IN

THE DOCTOR IS IN

Female

THEY MIGHT NOT HAVE THE SAME GLOSSY LIFE, STYLISH INSTAGRAM CONTENT AND RABID FOLLOWING AS THE LIKES OF MICHELLE PHAN AND HUDA KATTAN, BUT A BAND OF MYTH-BUSTING, INFO-WIELDING SCIENTISTS ARE FAST RAKING UP THE “HEARTS” ON SOCIAL MEDIA PARTICULARLY DURING THESE TROUBLING TIMES. AILEEN LALOR EXPLORES THE RISE OF THESE ALTERNATIVE BEAUTY INFLUENCERS – AND WHAT IT COULD MEAN FOR THE INDUSTRY.

MAISIE WILLIAMS IS COMING

MAISIE WILLIAMS IS COMING

Female

FOR EIGHT YEARS, THE BRITISH ACTRESS WAS ONE OF TELEVISION’S MOST BELOVED SWORD-WIELDING, BADDIE-SLAYING TEENAGE ANTI-HEROINES. HER NEXT BIG ACT: MUTANT, PRODUCER, CHAMPION FOR UP-AND-COMING CREATIVES AND POSSIBLY THE NEXT MOST POWERFUL WOMAN IN ENTERTAINMENT AND THE ARTS. KENG YANG SHUEN GETS AN EXCLUSIVE CLOSE-UP

CAN WE DO WITHOUT THE HYPE?

CAN WE DO WITHOUT THE HYPE?

Female

YOON AHN IS SOMETHING OF A GENERATIONAL DEFINER WITH A FIRM PLACE IN BOTH THE INTENSELY MASCULINE WORLD OF STREETWEAR AS CO-FOUNDER OF THE LABEL AMBUSH AND THE HISTORICALLY BOURGEOIS REALM OF HIGH FASHION AS JEWELLERY DIRECTOR AT DIOR HOMME.

WHAT TO MAKE OF CREATIVE DIRECTORS TODAY?

WHAT TO MAKE OF CREATIVE DIRECTORS TODAY?

Female

WHEN TIE-UPS AND THREE-YEAR-LONG CREATIVE DIRECTOR STINTS HAVE BECOME THE NORM IN FASHION, MONCLER BUCKS THE TREND BY HIRING THE JIL SANDER/PHOEBE PHILO-TRAINED VERONICA LEONI (OPPOSITE) AS THE WOMEN’S CREATIVE DIRECTOR OF ITS 2 MONCLER 1952 LINE.

WHY DOES  COMMUNITY MATTER?

WHY DOES COMMUNITY MATTER?

Female

IT MIGHT BE ONE OF THE WORDS MOST OVERUSED IN RECENT FASHION HISTORY TO HELP SELL A BRAND OR PRODUCT.

COMPOSURE

COMPOSURE

Female

SOME MIGHT CALL IT THE ART OF THE PIVOT OR, IN THE WORDS OF MICHELLE O, BECOMING. EARLIER THIS YEAR, TIFFANY & CO. DEBUTED ITS SIGNATURE T1 COLLECTION, A COOLLY ELEGANT RANGE OF JEWELLERY IN LUXURIOUS ROSE GOLD AND DIAMONDS THAT TRANSFORMS THE BRAND’S “T” MOTIF INTO AN ENCLOSED CIRCLE TO REPRESENT STRENGTH AND SELF-EMPOWERMENT. NOW AS ITS WHITE AND YELLOW GOLD RENDITIONS HIT STORES, FEMALE TEAMS UP WITH THE BRAND TO SPOTLIGHT TWO WOMEN WHO’VE TAKEN THE YEAR 2020 SO FAR HEAD-ON – AND WON.

NOW, HOW DO  YOU LIKE THAT?

NOW, HOW DO YOU LIKE THAT?

Female

MARIA GRAZIA CHIURI TAPS INTO HER OWN TEENHOOD IN ROME IN THE 170S - WHEN A SECOND WAVE OF FEMINISM SWEPT THROUGH ITALY - AND CREATES A COLLECTION OF KNITS AND TAILORING AS GIRLISHLY COOL AS IT IS PRACTICAL FOR DIOR FALL/WINTER 2020. IN COLLABORATION WITH THE LABEL, FEMALE CAPTURES HOW IT LIGHTS UP THE SKY WITH A BADA BING, BADA BOOM.

SHALL WE START WITH SOME ‘CONVENTIONAL WISDOM’?

SHALL WE START WITH SOME ‘CONVENTIONAL WISDOM’?

Female

PULL IT BACK, DIAL IT DOWN, STRIP AWAY THE UNNECESSARY – NOT SO MUCH A PORTRAIT OF MINIMALISM, BUT LONDON-BASED PHOTOGRAPHER THERESA MARX’S PROPOSAL FOR MAKING WHAT’S NORMAL AND THE BEAUTY OF IT ALL, WELL, THE NORM.

HOME COMING QUEEN PERENNTAL

HOME COMING QUEEN PERENNTAL

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NAMED AFTER THE ICONIC FIRST LADY OF FASHION, JACQUELINE KENNEDY ONASSIS, THE FAVOURITE GUCCI JACKIE BAG IS BROUGHT BACK BY THE ITALIAN LEATHER HOUSE IN NEW SIZES AND STRAP LENGTHS, READY FOR ITS NEXT LEASE OF LIFE IN THE MILLENIAL AGE.

ALL TOGETHER NOW

ALL TOGETHER NOW

Her World

Whether it’s yellow, pink, orange, green and blue (or all of the above), stack them for maximum effect, then contrast with an all white or black outfit to let them pop.

Grooving To Her Own Beat

Grooving To Her Own Beat

Her World

Known for her bold sense of style, dance artist Rachel Lee shares how her passion for vintage fashion and dance inform one another.

SMART SHOPPING: CELINE’S CULOTTES

SMART SHOPPING: CELINE’S CULOTTES

Her World

Hedi Slimane has been a proponent of the menswear staple since FW ’19, and it’s no wonder – culottes are super comfortable, versatile and a fashion-forward way to do power dressing.

Bold Block Dressing

Bold Block Dressing

Her World

Spice up your wardrobe with FW ’20 pieces in richly saturated hues from amethyst to ruby. Here, three key pointers to help you ace the season’s jewel tones.

THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS

THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS

Her World

JUST A FEW OF FASHION’S FRESHEST FACES, PHOTOGRAPHED IN BETWEEN CASTING IN NEW YORK, WEARING THEIR COOLEST MODEL OFF-DUTY LOOKS.

ABOVE THE LINE

ABOVE THE LINE

Her World

The strength of cut and silhouette, with brilliant fabrication and details, is the strong pillar of FW ’20.

When Sustainability Meets Luxury

When Sustainability Meets Luxury

Her World

Caroline Scheufele, artistic director and co-president of Chopard, wants to lead the effort to being sustainable by putting ethics at the heart of aesthetics.

The Making 0f A Concept Shirt

The Making 0f A Concept Shirt

Her World

What goes into creating a shirt that’s can be worn in more ways than one, tells a story and is super stylish to boot? Designer Shannon Lee shares how he reinvents the classic white shirt.

FABULOUS AT EVERY AGE

FABULOUS AT EVERY AGE

Harper's Bazaar

Don’t shrug it off—it’s time to bare some shoulders

CAN’T CRACK THIS CASE

CAN’T CRACK THIS CASE

The Peak

Richard Mille’s latest is still light and tough – and in a new material.

A NEW LIGHT

A NEW LIGHT

The Peak

A prodigious jewellery designer on how not listening to others allowed her to shine.

TOP NOTE

TOP NOTE

The Peak

Vacheron Constantin unveils the crowning glory of its new collection of one-of-a-kind chiming pieces.

BUILDING FOR THE FUTURE

BUILDING FOR THE FUTURE

The Peak

Patek Philippe finally unveils its impressive new building that is setting the direction for its future for the next three decades.

PRECIOUS TIME

PRECIOUS TIME

The Peak

This collector has a boundless love for limited editions.

WATCH TREND REPORT 2020

WATCH TREND REPORT 2020

The Peak

From innovative materials to interesting collaborations, these five trends have been showing up in this year’s novelties.

THE POWER OF SIMPLICITY

THE POWER OF SIMPLICITY

The Peak

Easily dressed up or down, these minimalist timepieces are the elegant workhorses of the horological world.

ESCAPIST ESSENTIALS

ESCAPIST ESSENTIALS

The Peak

Accessories made for getting away – even if it’s just to explore your backyard.

LOOKING FORWARD, REFLECTING BACK

LOOKING FORWARD, REFLECTING BACK

The Peak

Ermenegildo Zegna presents a spring/summer 2021 collection inspired by its storied past and an uncertain, yet hopeful, future.

STATE OF EQUILIBRIUM

STATE OF EQUILIBRIUM

The Peak

Balance the need to look professional during online meetings by keeping things cool and comfortable off screen.

FINDING NEVER LAND

FINDING NEVER LAND

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Create your own fairy tale with pretty dresses and florals, all worn with a devil‑may‑care attitude and swashbuckling boots.

PREETI REAL

PREETI REAL

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ON THE BRAVE

BELLE OF THE BALL

BELLE OF THE BALL

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As the Belle Vivier shoe celebrates its 55th anniversary, Jeffrey Yan chats with Gherardo Felloni, Creative Director of Roger Vivier, about taking the heritage brand into a new age.

RED + PINK = WIN

RED + PINK = WIN

Her World

Red is the colour for sexy and bold; pink, girlie and pretty. Wear them together and you get femme fatale meets Suzy Bae feminine.

COVID-19’S FIRST FASHION VICTIM

COVID-19’S FIRST FASHION VICTIM

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Branded fashion’s patient zero, Nga Nguyen’s jet-setting lifestyle resulted in a public backlash when she was diagnosed with Covid-19. Here, she opens up about her road to recovery, the lessons learnt and what she’s doing next.

MAGPIE HAVEN

MAGPIE HAVEN

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Dior’s Rachele Regini has adorned her Chelsea home with colourful artworks and feminist literature that inspire her diverse wardrobe.

BAGGAR MOST WANTED

BAGGAR MOST WANTED

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CARTOON HERO.

BRAVE NEW DAWN

BRAVE NEW DAWN

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GUCCI’S SUSTAINABLE CAPSULE IS ITS FIRST WAVE IN A COMING SEA OF CHANGE.

IT'S A MAN'S WORLD

IT'S A MAN'S WORLD

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THE BRANDS, THE TRENDS AND THE BUZZIEST NEWS TO KNOW NOW.

MAN OF MYSTERY

MAN OF MYSTERY

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HAVING CAPTURED THE PUBLIC’S HEART WITH HIS ROLE IN SOUTH KOREAN ROM-COM SERIES CRASH LANDING ON YOU, ACTOR KIM JUNG-HYUN IS ALL SET AND READY TO EMBRACE THE UNKNOWN AND SEE WHERE LIFE TAKES HIM.

THE ART OF COURAGE

THE ART OF COURAGE

Harper's Bazaar

What does it mean to have valour?

CHANGE-MAKERS

CHANGE-MAKERS

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BAZAAR’s league of extraordinary women this year features individuals and teams who took a long, hard look at the needs of our communities and stepped up to the challenge.

BEFORE SUNSET

BEFORE SUNSET

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Longchamp’s eclectic mix of autumnal coats, casual separates and cool accessories exudes Parisian Left Bank charm made for the modern girl on the go.

HOW TO LOOK FRESH IN TRENCH COATS

HOW TO LOOK FRESH IN TRENCH COATS

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Classic, cool, chic—the once strictly utilitarian staple is reimagined and ready to shake things up.

COMING HOME

COMING HOME

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Virginie Viard’s latest Métiers d’Art collection for Chanel is a study in chic living. Windy Aulia experienced the intimate magic first-hand in Paris.

ON THE STREETS

ON THE STREETS

Harper's Bazaar

Make a statement with barely there pieces and calls from the wild. Not for the faint of heart.

BAGAAR WAIT LIST

BAGAAR WAIT LIST

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BLANC SLATE

ART OF SEDUCTION

ART OF SEDUCTION

Harper's Bazaar

Make lace urban with posh hardware, an ironic tee and a punch of leather.

BAGAAR STYLE

BAGAAR STYLE

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COLOUR PLAY

GET THE LOOK

GET THE LOOK

Harper's Bazaar

TERRA FIRMA

A BREATH OF FRESH AIR

A BREATH OF FRESH AIR

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Close your eyes… take three deep breaths and relax.

A Passion For Watches

A Passion For Watches

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Her World and TAG Heuer present: Sonia Chew, the brand’s ambassador who shares her love for timepieces and what’s on her wishlist.

Made In Singapore

Made In Singapore

Her World

How often do you notice a “Made in SG” tag on your clothes? Not often, we reckon. Producing here poses its own challenges, such as higher costs, yet some homegrown labels are pushing on. Here’s why, and how they’re moving forward in these times.

The Social Expert

The Social Expert

Her World

With an adventurous sense of fashion, regional head of social Illya Nadira isn’t afraid to experiment with trends, whether preening for a Tiktok skit at work, or off duty. She shares her style tips.

A Very Modern Proposition

A Very Modern Proposition

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Her World presents the latest collection from Michael Kors, a good reminder that a versatile style goes the extra mile.

SMART SHOPPING: Valentino’s Supervee bag

SMART SHOPPING: Valentino’s Supervee bag

Her World

Our pick of the month that’s worth the investment, because you can wear it everywhere.

HW Endorses: The Structured Sling Bag

HW Endorses: The Structured Sling Bag

Her World

The modern vintage trend continues with the youthful sling bag.

The Prefall 2020 Pieces That Work

The Prefall 2020 Pieces That Work

Her World

The head-to-toe coloured pantsuit is your new wardrobe staple. Where comfort meets chic, strappy mid-heels are another ’90s comeback. An edgy bag with a bold chain adds street cred to your ensemble.

25 Ways To Wear Red

25 Ways To Wear Red

Her World

Represent Team SG by dressing up in the season’s latest offerings, which range from scarlet to burgundy for a refreshing take.

LOVE LOCKDOWN

LOVE LOCKDOWN

Female

EXPLORE THE DEPTHS OF IMAGINATION DURING TIMES OF SOLITUDE WITH PRE-FALL’S FROTHY, COUTURE-INSPIRED VOLUMES.

THE APARTMENT

THE APARTMENT

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IF AN ABODE SHOULD INVIGORATE AND INSPIRE, THEN COCO CHANEL’S HOME AT 31 RUE CAMBON IN PARIS IS A DREAM HOUSE; ITS DECOR AND CONTENTS THE SOURCE OF IDEAS FOR MANY A CHANEL GARMENT OR ACCESSORY.

DAYS OF OUR LIVES

DAYS OF OUR LIVES

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Glamorous sequinned tulle tops layered over grunge T-shirt dresses printed with the pulp art from the cover of William Peter Blatty’s The Exorcist. Smart tailoring given a demure touch with multicoloured checks then contrasted with monogrammed moon boots.

OLDER, BETTER, FASTER, STRONGER

OLDER, BETTER, FASTER, STRONGER

Female

When tastes can last an instant, trends a couple of days and creative directors at fashion houses no more than three years, these designs that have been around for at least a decade and still score on innovation (and double taps on IG) prove that age is indeed just a number.

BLUSH HOUR

BLUSH HOUR

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This new Miu Miu arm candy strikes a note of pastel-hued positivity.

SHOW BUSINESS

SHOW BUSINESS

The Peak

The fashion industry finds itself in a state of flux – yet again – as the coronavirus throws its traditional schedules into disarray.

Frames Of Reference

Frames Of Reference

The Peak

Get a jump on next season’s trends and styles with our favourite looks from the Pre-Fall collections.

Grounded In Gotham

Grounded In Gotham

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As she acclimatises to life under lockdown in her adopted city, model Victoria Lee reflects on fear, family and the fortitude of New Yorkers.

THE REAL DEAL

THE REAL DEAL

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Satirist. Sweetheart. Saviour. Celeste Barber, who raised AU$50 million for bush fire relief, is everything right now. The actor and comedian talks Insta-fame, calling out bulls*** and getting political with Kirstie Clements, as she puts her unique spin on a selection of iconic fashion moments.

BREAKFAST AT TIFFANY’S

BREAKFAST AT TIFFANY’S

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Tiffany Haddish on men, money, taking on Hollywood, her new famous friends and why what the world needs now is more Meryl Streep. By Josh Duboff.

RUNWAY TO REALWAY

RUNWAY TO REALWAY

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Edited by Gracia Phang

THE RISE OF THE HOMME GIRL

THE RISE OF THE HOMME GIRL

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Masculine-skewed dressing has cropped up on the runway with increasing regularity over the past few seasons. With his new publication, designer Thakoon Panichgul encourages women to take it one step further and embrace everyday menswear. By Grace O’Neill.

LITTLE LUXURIES

LITTLE LUXURIES

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RAPH&REMY’s cuddly soft and chic babywear is kind to our planet too

TREND REPORT PRE-FALL 2020

TREND REPORT PRE-FALL 2020

Harper's Bazaar

Though the pre-fall collections were designed well before the current crisis, the messages behind them are more resonant than ever. Many conveyed a sense of joyfulness through candy colours, megawatt metallics and frothy fabrics. Others championed good old staples: Hard-working denim, chic camel suits and sparkly glad rags for night.

THE NEW WORLD ORDER

THE NEW WORLD ORDER

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The global fashion landscape is set to change irrevocably post-pandemic and those tectonic shifts have also reverberated here at home. Jeffrey Yan examines how the industry at large is adapting and the ways our local and regional designers are responding to this crisis.

THE NEWS

THE NEWS

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ALL THE BUZZ IN FASHION

Fabulous At Every Age

Fabulous At Every Age

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THINK PINK

THE BAZAAR

THE BAZAAR

Harper's Bazaar

Edited by Gracia Phang

WISH LIST

WISH LIST

Harper's Bazaar

Executive Editor Charmaine Ho is pumped and ready to greet the world with a sunshine state of mind

THE ARCHIVISTS

THE ARCHIVISTS

Female

In the fickle world of fashion, what keeps one repeatedly going back to a particular label through the years or even decades?

THE LAST PAGE

THE LAST PAGE

Her World

The metallic tie-dye 2.55

HERITAGE HITS

HERITAGE HITS

Her World

Fashion trends may come and go, but a logo will stick. From accessories to ready-to-wear, something with an eye-catching, signature monogram is always a safe bet.

A ROOM OF ONE’S OWN

A ROOM OF ONE’S OWN

Her World

Prefall’s key looks + a photographer husband and model wife = a fun dress-up sesh.

The Exploration Of Androgyny

The Exploration Of Androgyny

Her World

Drawing from the whimsical world of Peter Pan for his S/S ’20 collection, Malaysian designer Edie Chung shares how his label Friesenguys is for curious folks with a sense of adventure.

The Rise Of Fashion On Tiktok

The Rise Of Fashion On Tiktok

Her World

With its meteoric growth, more and more brands and influencers have landed on the app. We find out why, and how they’ve found their place there.

When Fashion And Jazz Collide

When Fashion And Jazz Collide

Her World

Taiwanese musician 9m88 shares how her eclectic style is a combo of her education in fashion and music, and her time in New York City.

Prefall Picks To Amp Up Your Work Look

Prefall Picks To Amp Up Your Work Look

Her World

Aim for a wardrobe uplift with these eight hot trends – whether telecommuting or back at the office desk.

HW Endorses: Iconic Bags in Updated Sizes

HW Endorses: Iconic Bags in Updated Sizes

Her World

Iconic bags now come in updated sizes. Pick your team: mini or maxi.

From Chanel – And The Stuff That Went Into It

From Chanel – And The Stuff That Went Into It

Her World

Including the stuff that didn’t, so that you have more options.

F-OBSESSIONS

F-OBSESSIONS

Female

WHAT THE FEMALE TEAM IS INTO NOW

UNDER COVER

UNDER COVER

Female

Friend of Female Anmari Van Nieuwenhove snaps her “lockdown” diary in Pre-Fall’s feminine staples.

WAYS OF SEEING

WAYS OF SEEING

Female

The last great recession saw the resurgence of minimalism. As we teeter now on the precipice of another, the movement that has become a trendy, Instagrammable lifestyle looks set to resonate even more powerfully. Keng Yang Shuen explains why it’s remained – and should continue to be – a forceful influence not just in fashion, but also all other aspects of reality.

PRECIOUS COMMODITIES

PRECIOUS COMMODITIES

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With its mindful, anti-consumerist spirit and focus on well-made pieces that last across time and trends, could the slow movement be fashion’s much-needed salve especially following the great Covid shake-up? Keng Yang Shuen spotlights two young, under-the-radar Singapore labels leading the charge with their naturally beautiful, lovingly handmade clothes and accessories.