The holiday season has officially kicked off at Prada with the launch of the Italian house’s Prada Shine Pop-Up. Taking up pride of place at Atrium 2 of Paragon from now till Nov 27, the space, as its name suggests, is a love note to party dressing. Among the special product releases you can find here are Prada triangle metal hair clips and a crystal-paved crossbody wallet bag.
The guests at the pop-up’s launch party recently were just as brilliant. Spotted among the fashionable crowd was an engineer who breaks all stereotypes of what corporate executives should dress like, as well as a fashion designer with a knack for snagging some of the coolest thrift fits we’ve seen. More details below.
Who: Putri Adif, fashion designer and stylist
What she is wearing: Shirt and pants were thrifted; Victoria’s Secret bra; Vivienne Westwood necklace; and Dr. Martens shoes
Where she goes thrift shopping: “In Singapore, I usually go to a store on the sixth floor of Lucky Plaza. I’ve got a lot of items there including pieces I would wear to party. Carousell is another good place for pre-loved buys – I’ve snagged a Dior Saddle bag from the John Galliano era for $400. Kuala Lumpur also has an amazing second-hand scene. I love Jalan Jalan Japan which brings in goods from Japan – it’s basically the Daiso of thrifting.”
Who: Xavier Tan, advertisement producer
What he is wearing: Prada shirt and bermudas; Bottega Veneta shoes; and bracelets from Gucci and Cartier
An item he’s coveting: “I just saw a Tank watch from the Harry Fane Vintage Cartier exhibition at Dover Street Market Singapore. It costs a kidney so I’m thinking about it.”
Who: Dea Geraldine, student
What she is wearing: Zara top and vest; Coach shoes; and Dowa bag
On her love for fashion: “My friends and I always dress up everywhere we go – whether we are going shopping or going to the supermarket. Always dress to impress.”
Who: Toh Han Wei, economics student and model
What he is wearing: Maison Margiela sweater; Uniqlo turtleneck top; pants from Kmart Australia; Calvin Klein tote bag; Pull & Bear sunglasses; and Asos shoes
What he’s eyeing next: “I’m excited about getting something from Bottega Veneta as the brand has just introduced its Certificate on Craft (a lifetime warranty programme for its iconic bags).”
Who: Min Li Tan, lawyer
What she is wearing: Prada jacket, bralette, bag and shoes; Alice & Olivia skirt; and necklaces from Van Cleef & Arpels and Roger Dubuis
An interesting style fact about her: “I was voted best-dressed in school.”
Who: Ivan Sim, personal stylist
What he is wearing: Prada shirt, bermudas, cap, cravat, bag and shoes; and Joseph blazer
What’s on his shopping list: “A suede jacket from Tom Ford.”
Who: Sai Manap, engineer
What he is wearing: Prada outer shirt, inner shirt, shorts, socks, necktie, bag and shoes; Gucci watch; earrings from Balenciaga and Alexander McQueen
How much he spends on fashion a month: “Mid-five digits. The four brands that I love shopping for are Gucci, Prada, Bottega Veneta and Balenciaga.”