FROM ITS IMMENSE CARBON FOOTPRINT TO WASTE PRODUCTION, IT’S UNDENIABLE THAT FASHION HAS A SUSTAINABILITY PROBLEM.

What do three of the coolest fashion concept stores in Singapore have in common? They were started by industry professionals who just happen to hail from different countries: Japan, France, and China.

A new style of Champagne is bubbling up, offering aficionados distinct and differentiated tastes.

When famously eco-minded fashion designer Stella McCartney takes on a new role as sustainability adviser to the head of the world’s largest luxury conglomerate (that’s LVMH), and some of the biggest labels – from Chanel to Coach – renounce the use of contentious animal-derived materials, it will be impossible to ignore the signs: High fashion entering a new era.

Look beyond labels because it is what’s unwritten that actually matters the most.

As designer athleisure takes off, is it any wonder that sneakers have joined the ranks of fine wine and high-end watches as covetable items?

Wine in the alcohol world is the sartorial equivalent of the LBD (little black dress) – a timeless staple for all occasions – it is trend-proof and never lets you down.

So many malls, so little time! We’ve rounded up the cream of the shopping malls crop, so you can save time, and find what you’re looking for with ease BY AARON KOK