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This Is How You Can Dress Up In Singapore Despite The Heat

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This Is How You Can Dress Up In Singapore Despite The Heat

Autumnal pieces don’t have to be out of reach — here’s how you can take on the season in comfort and style.

by Sean Tham  /   October 29, 2018

There’s nothing better than sweater weather. Strolling along the streets snuggled up in your soft over-sized jumper as a chilly breeze grazes your face — it’s the perfect way to herald the holiday season. We know we’re indulging in a daydream: cool weather in sweltering Singapore is as rare as a unicorn. But that doesn’t mean we can’t pull off winter wear here. You can — with a little creativity. We’ve gathered a few neat tricks you can use to embrace Fall fashion in a Summer climate. You’re welcome.

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This Is How You Can Dress Up In Singapore Despite The Heat
1. Expose some skin
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A pullover is a classic Fall season staple, so you can’t go wrong with this piece. Pair cotton-blend sweaters with denim shorts or mini skirts for a more casual approach. To inject some fun in your outfit, get cute pullovers that have interesting details so you don’t look too basic.

Lightweight cotton jacquard pullover by COS, US$89 (S$122)
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Corduroy printed skirt by Ines de la Fressange x Uniqlo, S$59.90
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Cotton logo sweater by Isabel Marant Étoile, S$495, via Mytheresa
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Button embellished tweed mini skirt by Alessandra Rich, £740 (S$1,317), via Net-a-Porter
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2. Try a shirt-pants combi
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This is the season to cover up. But when it comes to our tropical climate, bundling up from top to toe will not serve you well. Here’s a compromise: go for a matching shirt-pants coordinate made from material that is soft and billowy. It’s stylish and you get to embrace your long-sleeved pieces without breaking a sweat — the bouffant texture of the outfit will allow your skin to breathe. The best of both worlds.

Python printed blouse with tie detail by Zara, S$99.90
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Python printed flare pants by Zara, S$99.90
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Oversized striped cotton shirt by Mara Hoffman, S$551, via Farfetch
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Striped cotton pants with tie-waist detail by Mara Hoffman, S$469, via Farfetch
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3. Leave your wool at home
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Earlier this year, all our dreams came true when Singapore was hit by a five-day cold spell with temperatures dipping as low as 21.2 deg C. While we’re hoping for another miracle, it’s more than likely this occurrence will not happen again in a long while. So instead of wool, go for outerwear that is a little more weather-appropriate, such as a cotton-blend trench coat, or a lightweight blazer.

Nylon trench coat by Ines de la Fressange x Uniqlo, S$199.90
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Viscose double-breasted relaxed blazer by Zara, S$229
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Cotton-blend trench coat by Y/Project, S$1,969, via Mytheresa
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Cotton denim blazer by Brunello Cucinelli, S$4,390, via Mytheresa
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4. Remember the 3-piece-only rule (and layer wisely)
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Layering is an invaluable skill to have, because you have the flexibility of shedding your outer layers when you emerge from freezing air-conditioning to face Singapore’s blazing hot weather. But make sure you don’t go overboard with the layers — a shirt and a chunky knit topped off with a coat is just a huge no-no. Instead, go light: don an over-sized shirt over a simple cotton tee and seal the look with a neat pair of trousers. Or pair a poncho with a cropped top and midi skirt. Keep your garments up to a maximum of 3 so you can look hot but keep cool.

Satin draped midi skirt by Topshop, S$76.90
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Printed slogan t-shirt by Styland, S$221, via Farfetch
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Striped & polka-dotted cotton silk shirt by A.P.C., €190 (S$300)
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5. Go low for boots
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While sock booties and thigh-high boots are lust-worthy, they’re not the most practical pairs of shoes to be teetering around in sunny Singapore. Go for a cooler alternative: ankle boots. Way more comfortable and no less edgy, they’re a perfect compromise for the Singapore fashionista. Pair these with a cute mini dress or a floaty maxi, and throw on a leather jacket for extra sass.

Snakeskin printed leather ankle boots by Topshop, S$206
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Ankle leather boots with round heel detail by Zara, S$179
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Metallic ankle leather boots by Isabel Marant, US$840 (S$1,147), via Moda Operandi
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Patent leather ankle boots with gold heel by Ellery, £685 (S$1,217), via Net-a-Porter
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6. Berets over beanies
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Beanies are perfect for embracing the Fall/Winter season, but they are weaved in a knit pattern that traps heat — which means they aren’t practical for Singapore’s humidity. Instead of suffocating your forehead and triggering unwanted breakouts, opt for wool-blend hats such as berets or fedoras that sit comfortably on top of your head. A plaid beret can be a cute statement piece when you dress it down with monochrome colours. Or pair a navy floppy felt hat with a cropped top and camel blazer for a more stylish flair.

Multi-coloured checkered beret by Topshop, S$26.90
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Navy plaid wool cabbie hat by Isabel Marant, US$195 (S$266), via Moda Operandi
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Checkered beret with cat ears by Maison Michel, US$580 (S$792), via Moda Operandi
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Embroidered felt fedora by Hopper Goods, US$725 (S$991), via Moda Operandi
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