Before street style became the influencer-dominated, do-it-for-the-‘Gram fashion week sport that it’s evolved into in the past decade, it was a more spontaneous, less splashy affair.
Think the late godfather of the scene, Bill Cunningham, and his stylish documentary of what New Yorkers (celebrity or not) wore as they went about their day-to-day lives in the ’70s through to the early aughts. Or the now-defunct Japanese magazine Fruits and its immortalisation of ’90s Harajuku subcultures and their hyper-individualistic tastes.
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Even the hotshots of the blogger generation like Tommy Ton and Scott Schuman of The Sartorialist fame (who have since largely traded street style for commercial work) captured a very different side of the industry and its followers in their early years: models off-duty, camera-shy editors on the go, the passer-by who genuinely loves dressing up.
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So with the global fashion weeks much quieter than before since the onset of the pandemic, we thought: why not pound the streets of Singapore and bring back that unabashed celebration of real style?
What are you wearing?
“A Comme des Garcons jacket, Issey Miyake top and a Molly Goddard dress.”
Describe your sense of style.
“Boy wearing girls’ clothes, girl wearing boys’ clothes.”
What were you thinking about when getting dressed today?
“I like to wear red when I’m having my period.”
Tell us something interesting about you.
“I almost died when I was 22; now I only do things if they are fun and maximise my enjoyment of life.”
Do you think you look fashionable? And does this matter to you?
“I’m only interested in clothing and stories. Wear whatever makes you feel good.”
What are you wearing?
“I was wearing an Esprit tank top and a Barbie denim skirt from the kids’ section which I bought during my childhood. The jelly sandals are from ASOS and my hooped earrings are from Kimoji.”
Describe your sense of style.
“Currently, it’s inspired by the (fashions worn in the) 2000s.”
What were you thinking about when getting dressed today?
“I was thinking about Netflix’s live-action take on Winx Club and the lack of gorgeous Y2K outfits that were seen in the original cartoon. It got me inspired to try and put together an outfit that was inspired by the original Winx show with 2000s fashion trends like denim skirts, tank tops, and animal prints.”
Tell us something interesting about you.
“After I shaved my head, I became more daring to try more adventurous styles. Maybe it is because I already look unconventional so it made me want to wear more funky clothes that I would previously not think of wearing.”
Do you think you look fashionable? And does this matter to you?
“I think I look fashionable and I think it matters to me because wearing clothes that I find pretty makes me feel good and confident about myself. It sets the day on the right foot and makes my day.”
What are you wearing?
“I’m wearing a Uniqlo long sleeve shirt paired with one of their basic white T-shirts – nothing too special about them! But the bottoms are a pair of old CDG trousers that a friend gave me as a present – I had to make do with a shoelace belt as I think they’re a bit loose on me and I like wearing them high rise but there are really not a lot of belts that allow me to do that. Plus, shoelace belts are always comfy. I think the shoes are a pair of Raf Simons for Adidas Stan Smiths that are super beat to death.”
Describe your sense of style.
“Practical. I try to wear anything that really doesn’t limit my range of motion.”
What were you thinking about when getting dressed today?
“I don’t really like wearing anything too formal in general, but since I was gallery sitting that day I was trying to piece together an outfit that’s sort of proper but not too dressed up. I think wearing black and white is a cop-out in that sense since it’ll always look a bit formal.”
Tell us something interesting about you.
“I get easily obsessed with new hobbies so I’m always jumping from one thing to the next.”
Do you think you look fashionable? And does this matter to you?
“I wouldn’t really say so. Studying in Lasalle College of The Arts, I can easily say that there are way more people who look more fashionable than I do. It doesn’t really matter to me though; as long as I feel comfy in whatever I’m wearing, I’m good.”
What are you wearing?
“A Comme des Garcons jacket with bows on the back, shirt, pants and bag – all bought at the brand’s standalone boutique at Hilton Hotel before Dover Street Market Singapore came into existence. The shoes are from Gucci.”
Describe your sense of style.
“Androgynous, unconventional and comfortable.”
What were you thinking about when getting dressed today?
“That I was going to run some errands, but I ended up getting lunch, walking around and running into you guys.”
Tell us something interesting about you.
“My name means Pleiades, a cluster of bright stars, which were important in ancient Greek history – they were meant to delimit the sailing season.”
Do you think you look fashionable and does that matter to you?
“I think I look decent: not the most conventionally so, but I think I do pretty okay? It does matter to a certain extent. I feel that how one dresses is a reflection of how one takes care of him or herself and how you want to present yourself to others.”
What are you wearing?
“The suit is the work of Chinese designer, Seraph Sin. The label has been around for five years and I like that her designs are quite genderless but is also very powerful and expressive. The accessories are mostly from Chanel, including the brooch, bag and waist chains – they were all birthday gifts from my friends. The watch is my favourite accessory – it’s a limited edition Piaget timepiece.”
Tell us something interesting about you.
“My job is to increase awareness of Chinese designers by bringing them to other countries (to retail). My own personal interest lie in creating more environmentally-friendly wardrobes, such as getting more use out of old clothes and different ways to style a white shirt, for example.”
Do you think you look fashionable? And does this matter to you?
“Maybe in the eyes of others, I am considered to be a fashionable person. Personally I like dressing up every day – dressing carefully gives me a sense of ritual. In every era, clothing has the power to go beyond surface appearances. To break the shackles of tradition similarly requires a heart that desire to break through conventional boundaries and live one’s life to the fullest.”
What are you wearing?
“I was wearing a white shirt from Helmut Lang that’s 10 years old, it has been bleached a couple of times to maintain its whiteness. Suspenders, Prada trick keychain and Monolith boots are all Prada. My shorts are from Yoshio Kubo; leather bag from Miharayasuhiro and bangle from Alexander Wang. Some of these pieces are years old. It’s not always about wearing what’s current and trending.”
Describe your sense of style.
“IDGAF? I would describe it as a very strong sense of self. I buy design and concept when it comes to my sense of style. My purchases tend to veer towards pieces that are more conceptual; classic and high on quality and make. I love clothes – I love how it’s an expression and an identity marker. I also love looking at the construction of a garment; fabric, cut, material, texture, silhouette; the ideas behind it; the business of it and how it can be used to tell stories. I guess that’s why I do what I do.”
What were you thinking about when getting dressed today?
“I was going to deliver a lecture on the social structures of power and how gender-bending played a role in that – hence my decision to wear these utilitarian-looking combat boots with shorts that look like a skirt. I tend to dress thematically.”
Tell us something interesting about you.
“I’m an avid reader and a voracious devourer of culture (in all its myriad forms). I think that my obsession with culture makes me a bit of a nerd. This runs the gamut from reading graphic novels to watching Hindi films, Ted Talks; to listening to a wide, wide range of music from German opera to Kelala, Joji to Indo pop to Hokkien love songs.”
Do you think you look fashionable? And does this matter to you?
“Honestly it doesn’t matter to me. I dress for myself and what makes me happy.”
What are you wearing?
“I got my top and shoes from Taobao while the skirt is from Bershka. My necklace is something I bought from Gleam Studios.”
Describe your sense of style.
“Of late, I prefer wearing light and flowy fabrics – garments I can easily move in because I dislike feeling unnecessarily restricted. I’ve also gravitated towards items that I foresee have a low cost-per-wear. They’re typically versatile and can easily match with everything else in my wardrobe since I’ve heavily cut down on shopping the past year.”
What were you thinking about when getting dressed today?
“It was the last day of our show Shifting Between (at Gillman Barracks) and I was feeling sprightly. I really wanted to wear my purple top so I built the rest of my outfit around that piece.”
Tell us something interesting about you.
“Anything and everything could be interesting, I think it is a highly subjective term. I’m not fond of narrowing down to a particular trait or pastime I have to pique the interest of others. Come up and talk to me and get to know me in greater totality. Likewise, I enjoy the process of getting to know others beyond their ‘interesting’ personas.”
Do you think you look fashionable? And does this matter to you?
“I make do with what I have and I am happy with what I choose to wear on daily basis and that’s enough for me. Ultimately, being fashionable from the lens of trends is contingent on accessibility, capital and nurturance of taste. With this in mind, I don’t fuss too much about whether I look fashionable or not to a wider audience. As long as I feel content, it’s fine.”
What are you wearing?
“My top and blazer are from Uniqlo, while I got the skirt from Taobao. The boots are Golden Goose, which I bought at On Pedder. My bag is from Acne Studios, and the beanie is from Adidas.”
Describe your sense of style.
“My style veers towards the tomboy-ish and prefer to style pieces from the men’s section or pair masculine and feminine items together.”
What were you thinking about when getting dressed today?
“I was feeling lazy that day and wanted to quickly get dressed and head out in 15 minutes. When I saw the blue skirt, I put the whole outfit together using it as the focal point.”
Tell us something interesting about you.
“I consider myself to be an (unofficial) part-time fashion buyer. I love to dream and imagine myself as a professional buyer and stylist. This daydream keeps me happy for days on end.”
Do you think you look fashionable? And does this matter to you?
“I think I am quite fashionable. Being fashionable is very important to me as fashion is what I feel most passionately about. Besides styling my own outfits, I also love to share my styling advice with my friends so I feel a sense of satisfaction when I see how they have used my tips to improve their style. This is something I take great pride in and it is like a part-time job to me.”
What are you wearing?
“The Panama hat is from Hat of Cain; the safari jacket is a design by Assemble; the silk satin top and silk crepe pants are from another Singapore label, Accent; while the shoes are from Chanel.”
Describe your sense of style.
“Edgy and chic.”
What were you thinking about when getting dressed today?
“I’ve always loved how fashion empowers me, and I wanted to represent my brand, my style, and how versatile our safari jackets can be.”
Tell us something interesting about you.
“I dropped out of school and had no prior knowledge of business, which seems surprising to many people.”
Do you think you look fashionable? And does this matter to you?
“Instead of looking fashionable, I want to look like I know my style and what suits me best. That’s incredibly essential as a tailor, designer, and stylist in my trade.”
What are you wearing?
“My newspaper boy hat was bought off a close friend who thrifted it in Johor Bahru. The hoodie is from Rassvet while my jeans are from Uniqlo’s womens section. I cut off the hem because it was a bit too long and was too lazy to hem it again so I just left it raw. My boots are Dr Martens’ 1460 8-eye boots – I got them when I was 15 so it’s been with me for quite awhile and I still wear them. They were originally burgundy in colour, but I spray painted it full black a few years ago and over time the coat gradually chipped off, creating a gritty finish. The accessories were all made by my close friends.”
Describe your sense of style.
“I wouldn’t put myself in a box and say that I have a specific style. But whatever vibe I go for, I make sure the proportions, colours and tones go well together.”
What were you thinking about when getting dressed today?
“I was thinking about not being late for work but honestly didn’t do much thinking. Saw my denim jeans hanging behind my door then moved on from there. My best outfits are usually the ones that are more spontaneous.”
Tell us something interesting about you.
“I am the most interesting uninteresting person you’ll ever come across. :-)”
Do you think you look fashionable? And does this matter to you?
“I do care about the clothes I put on but I wouldn’t consider myself ‘fashionable’. Wearing nice clothes simply just gives me confidence and sets my mood for the day. I’m sharing a quote I like which might be relevant to this: ‘You wear the clothes, don’t let the clothes wear you’.”
What are you wearing?
“A vintage dress from @grannyvenus_vintageshop, a specialist in secondhand clothes that stocks at the Siam Square boutique Daddy and the Muscle Academy in Bangkok, which is where I got the dress from. The mask is a limited-edition Closet Children Bo Peep mask I made for the Singapore-based multi-label store Super Freak. My earrings are samples of the new jewellery line I’m releasing, done with chainmail weaving while my socks are from Taobao and the sneakers are from Skechers – I got them for a trip to Israel during which I did a lot of walking and met many cats.”
Describe your sense of style.
“I guess it’s hard to really put it in one word because I have the ‘dark’ side of my wardrobe with my black sheer tops and latex belts and the ‘light’ side consisting of sweet pink and white dresses. But I suppose graveyard-chic is appropriate? Even if I’m wearing light colours, I get mistaken for being a ghost in broad daylight. Once I was locked out of my studio and had to call the locksmith. He came and just sort of stood outside in the corridor, unsure if he was at the right place. Later he admitted that he thought I was a ghost because of my hip length hair and my vintage nightgown. I don’t blame him – after all I do work in an old industrial building. With black clothing on, I look like I’m attending a funeral or visiting the dungeon to feed my human slaves a single can of tuna.”
What were you thinking about when getting dressed today?
“I wanted to match my new earring samples so I picked something girly.”
Tell us something interesting about you.
“I have dermatographia, meaning you can write on my skin and the markings will stay on my body for much longer than normal. It’s great for taking quick notes during a meeting!”
Do you think you look fashionable? And does this matter to you?
“I do think I am fashionable but to other people, I am probably just a vengeful female spirit. It matters to me because it is my motivation to wake up and feel good about being alive!”
What are you wearing?
“The T-shirt with this sculpted silhouette is from Comme des Garcons – it’s the first piece of Comme that I own and I was very excited to wear it to work today. The top I’ve layered under is by Kenzo and I bought it from a thrift shop in Johor Bahru. I don’t remember where my skirt is from. My boots are from Dr Martens.”
Describe your sense of style.
“I wear what I like and that which makes me happy. Sometimes I wear my parents’ old clothes as I have a fondness for old things.”
What were you thinking about when getting dressed today?
“I am very grateful to own my first piece of Comme des Garcons, so I was very excited to get ready for work that day.”
Tell us something interesting about you.
“My fingers aren’t straight, they’re a little wonky.”
Do you think you look fashionable? And does this matter to you?
“I like to leave the house feeling good vibes in my clothes, as I think that makes me less shy. Looks don’t matter, it’s about the feeling.”
What are you wearing?
“What I’m wearing is quite typical of what I usually wear to work – a shirt or light jacket thrown over a plain white T-shirt. The hat is from Hermes. It’s not a brand I generally buy but it really caught my eye with the leather patch pocket which I thought was a fun detail. My optical frames are from Masunaga, which I have been wearing for the past seven years. The shirt is from Jil Sander’s Spring/Summer 2020 collection: I love the weight and structure of the fabric, and the pop of yellow on the chest pockets is a nice touch. My pants are also from Jil Sander, from its Spring/Summer 2019 collection. I really enjoy the cut and movement of the pants, and also the subtle details like the buttoned cinch at the back and the vertical darting at the front of the pants running down from below the knees. The T-shirt underneath is from COS. I’m wearing the Timeless Watch bracelet from Ambush on my wrist. I bought the Jil Sander sneakers recently online – it’s something they have been making for the past few seasons and I have been wanting to get them.”
Describe your sense of style.
“I think my sense of dressing is often about finding that balance between structure and fluidity, form and function. I always enjoy garments with interesting construction and move well around the body.”
What were you thinking about when getting dressed today?
“Nothing much. I just wanted to wear something that is comfortable and can bring me through the day.”
Tell us something interesting about you.
“I love colours, even though I own a lot of monochrome clothes.”
Do you think you look fashionable? And does this matter to you?
“I don’t think I am fashionable, especially in the way where you have to wear the latest trends and turn up in something new. I wear my clothes to death and have pieces that I have owned for 15 to 20 years that I still wear. It’ is more important to be true to your own aesthetics.”
What are you wearing?
“I’m wearing a Massimo Dutti silk organza jacket as a shirt. The wide-legged jeans are from Khaite, which I found on The RealReal, my go-to place for designer denim at a fraction of the usual prices. The belt is from Sandro and the patent brogues are from Marni. The hoops are from demi-fine jeweller Wolf Circus – a treat to myself – and the embossed leather tote is from Staud.”
How would you describe your sense of style?
“M&S Foodhall on a ‘reduced to clear’ budget.”
What were you thinking about when getting dressed today?
“Sporadic thoughts in this order:
1. Today I’m feeling this blazer. What if I played up the drama by pairing it with this retro denim silhouette?
2. Where am I gonna be, what will I be doing? I’ll be hopping around town for Singapore Art Week and my friends are taking me out to dinner.
3. It’s gotta be a day to night combo, I want to feel comfortable yet sharp.”
Tell us something interesting about you.
“Breaking into song is my jam. I’m usually vocalising behind my mask.”
Do you think you look fashionable? And does this matter to you?
“As I work a lot with form, texture and colours, it feeds into the way I dress up too. Being fashionable isn’t that important. To me, it’s more about keeping things interesting and inspired. However, this also means I sometimes make questionable choices and end up looking a little too dramatic or ‘aunty’. A friend summed up this struggle perfectly: “Preen all you want, but once you’re out of the door, you’ve got to own it — SMRT stares and all.”
What are you wearing?
“I purchased this top from a small boutique in Ho Chi Minh City when travelling through Vietnam. The biker shorts were purchased online from Shopbop, and I got the necklace from missoma.com. My shoes are from Uniqlo, and the shoulder bag is from independent label Miranda – got it on Matches Fashion.”
Describe your sense of style.
“I enjoy mixing vintage and classic fashion with contemporary styles. I’m not an overly formal dresser and I appreciate street style.”
What were you thinking about when getting dressed today?
“I wanted to have fun with my look as I haven’t been going out much due to pandemic. Plus, I wanted to enjoy having a date with my husband.”
Tell us something interesting about you.
“I love to combine my interest in travel with my passion for fashion by visiting vintage boutiques wherever we go. It’s fun to combine different items purchased from different countries to create a unique look. In particular, I am a big fan of the ’70s.”
Do you think you look fashionable? And does this matter to you?
“I don’t think I am unfashionable, I don’t dress to impress other people including my husband. I’m more concerned with how I feel I look and my level of comfort in the clothes I wear.”
What are you wearing?
“My earrings and Gabrielle bag are from Chanel; the necklace is from this streetwear label called WhenSmokeClears; my rings are from Cartier; and my watch and sneakers are from Gucci. I thrifted the blazer and shorts from a vintage store online while my tee is from Cos.”
Describe your sense of style.
“I’m pretty versatile and can go from street to preppy. I like putting together outfits to suit different occasions and moods.”
“I attended an event earlier today and had a lunch appointment so I was thinking a mix of casual yet quirky, thus the outfit.”
Do you think you look fashionable and does that matter to you?
“I would like to think so – or at least my peers tell me so. It does matter to me because I often look at how people dress, so I would expect others to be doing the same to me. Dressing well is a way of showing that you have respect for yourself as well as the people around you.”
What are you wearing?
“The suit is my own brand – I have a store on Taobao called Yaoxinnn. The T-shirt is from Uniqlo’s +J range, while the bag and boots are both Bottega Veneta.”
How would you describe your sense of style?
“Finding balance is what I find most important. For example if I’m dressing in a trousered suit, I would pick a lighter or more feminine colour. When I’m something more dressed down such as T-shirt and jeans, I prefer to pair them with interesting accessories that have a stronger sense of presence. Having that balance is important so you can look stylish without trying too hard.”
What were you thinking about when getting dressed today?
“I was going for a meeting, and I wanted to look sharp but not too formal, at the same time stylish.”
Do you think you look fashionable? And does this matter to you?
“Looking fashionable used to matter to me when I was younger, but not anymore. After working in the fashion industry, it’s just part and parcel of my life that I do automatically.”
What are you wearing?
“My blouse used to belong to my mother in the ’80s while my skirt is from Malaysia brand Zalia which I got from Zalora during its 11.11 sale! My boots are Dr Martens and my necklace is from an Instagram store called @shop.clairvoyant. It is a custom piece – I asked for it to be themed around (the acclaimed Japanese animated film) Princess Mononoke.”
Describe your style.
“I’d say my style fluctuates a lot. I don’t really have a fixed one because some days I’d dress more androgynous and some days it’s extremely feminine. I can be wearing anything from puffy-sleeved dresses with colourful necklaces and graphic liner to wearing bucket hats with baggy vintage T-shirts and thrifted jeans to layering vests, with corsets and tiered skirts. It’s always changing depending on my mood or the outing that day.”
What were you thinking about when you were getting dressed to head out that day we spotted you?
“I was planning for something comfortable and flowy because I had to tattoo someone prior to catching the art festival at Gillman Barracks. I also knew that I had to walk around a lot for the exhibitions. Dr Martens’ boots aren’t exactly the easiest for most but my boots are relatively well-seasoned and I just liked that they went with my outfit.”
Tell us something interesting about you.
“That I’m an artist and an athlete. I’m a national fencer and I am also a fine arts student so I’m pretty much sucked in between two very different communities and the clothes that I wear are drastically different in both worlds. Imagine going from Dri-Fit T-shirts and shorts to poufy blouses and flowy skirts on the daily.”
Do you think you look fashionable? And does this matter to you?
“I think I’m at an average level of the fashionable spectrum because I’m not sure if that’s up to me to decide? I’m not very well-versed in fashion or the fashion world and its trends but I like that my style is constantly changing and evolving. I think it’s really fun to explore mixing and matching different clothes and experimenting with layers and colours. I would say that it matters to me that my clothes express my feelings or aesthetic for the day; it makes me feel better about myself and it’s nice to sort of dress up and romanticise certain styles.”
What are you wearing?
“My shirt is Issey Miyake Men – I like that the stitches on the fabric give the shirt a textured look. The tank top is by Rick Owens and is a hand-me-down from a colleague, while the beanie is from Patagonia which features a lock pendant that I’ve added on. The jeans are from The Soloist by Takahiro Miyashita which I bought from a friend who run his own label Veblen Supplies, and had them custom hand-dyed by a talented new Singapore label Fassbenderandmelloncollie. The shoes are Converse and the waist pouch is from Universal Product.”
Describe your sense of style.
“My sense of style comes from my appreciation of an individual item first before figuring how I can put everything together that works (in a look) that is comfortable and makes sense for each occasion.”
What were you thinking about when getting dressed today?
“I won’t have to worry about the bleach or colour dye splattering on my jeans while I’m at work later.”
Tell us something interesting about you.
“I’m boring as hell.”
Do you think you look fashionable and does that matter to you?
“Fashionable is not necessary a flattering word. It can be construed as ‘different’ from the perceived norm, so in that sense, I guess I’m fashionable. I think that notion matters more in my work than my personal life.”
What are you wearing?
“My top is from Victoria’s Secret; the skirt is from Cotton On; my jacket and one of the necklaces are from H&M; the earrings were a gift and my bracelets were souvenirs from Bali. The bag was bought online at Shein and the boots are from YesStyle.”
Describe your sense of style.
“I would describe it as just buying whatever looks good on me and wearing whatever I like.”
What were you thinking about when getting dressed today?
“I was in a rush that day so I got dressed in five minutes. Sometimes I do plan out my outfits in my head, even when I have no occasion for it; this outfit was one of those.”
Tell us something interesting about you.
“I have a huge passion for anything to do with art – that includes music, dancing, acting, and fashion.”
Do you think you look fashionable? And does this matter to you?
“I think I can look fashionable when I want to. Looking fashionable does matter to me a lot as it is a form of self-expression. This is something most teens will find value in, especially in Singapore where many of us are required to be dressed in uniforms.”
What are you wearing?
“I’m wearing PPE (personal protective equipment) to build the set of a show called Homesick (a production by acting students at Lasalle College of The Arts). I got the coverall at the Army Market in Beach Road, and my boots are from Skechers.”
Describe your sense of style.
“I go for a more (utilitarian) look. I feel it is unique as it is very rare to see a female carpenter here in Singapore.”
What were you thinking about when getting dressed today?
“When I was approached, I was actually having a short break for myself as it is quite stressful down in the workshop building for the upcoming show. Having that short break was a time for me to think about the dimensions and design and what needs to be done next.”
Tell us something interesting about you.
“I am not just a student at the Lasalle College of The Arts but also a freelancer who’s exploring and learning different things in the professional world as I’m graduating very soon. I am a carpenter who works with different kinds of woods almost every day and am also building sets for TV shows, theatre shows or anything that is required. On top of that, I am also a theatre technician working on lights, sound, props and many more. However, the most special thing about myself is that I’m a freelance musician and percussionist. I play Brazilian, African, Traditional Malayl, and Indian music.”
Do you think you look fashionable? And does this matter to you?
“Yes. As there is not many people out there who is brave enough to wear as such.”
What are you wearing?
“My glasses are from Gentle Monster; my shirt is from a thrift store on the sixth floor of Lucky Plaza; the pants are from Uniqlo U; the belt is something I got from my uncle; my shoes were thrifted from a vintage store in Kuala Lumpur, though they were technically my friend’s, which he passed on to me when he returned to Canada; my watch is from Longines and was passed down to me from my dad; my bracelet is from @visualjargon; my bag is from Maison Kitsune; the keys on my belt loop are my house keys; while the padlock is from my previous workplace.”
Describe your sense of style.
“I tend to go for outfits with a ’70s flair… I usually keep them simple, but pay attention to colours and the overall silhouette so that they’re interesting yet practical.”
Tell us something interesting about you.
“I used to cut my hair at home for five years and I paint once in a while.”
Do you think you look fashionable? And does this matter to you?
“I’d say a tad. It does matter because what I wear sets the mood for the whole day.”
What are you wearing?
“A dress I got from Taobao; shoes from the Converse x Ambush collaboration; and a bag I got in Bangkok.”
Describe your sense of style.
“Comfortable but still eye-catching.”
What were you thinking about when getting dressed today?
“I was thinking about what shoes and bag to go with a dress I just bought.”
Tell us something interesting about you.
“I don’t like owning the same things as my friends.”
Do you think you look fashionable? And does this matter to you?
“I don’t aim to be fashionable, I just want to look good whenever I step out of my house. And this matters as I want to look presentable as long as there are people around.”
What are you wearing?
“I was wearing a thrifted top; my skirt is from the Uniqlo x JW Anderson collection; I made one of the bracelets while the other was a gift from a friend; my boots are from Dr Martens.”
Describe your sense of style.
“It changes from time to time but I wear a lot of colours and prints.”
What were you thinking about when getting dressed today?
“I was actually pretty lazy to dress up that day. I put on the top which is the first thing I saw in my closet and matched the colours with my skirt.”
Tell us something interesting about you.
“I think I have 26 tattoos and I do stick and pokes (a form of tattooing done by hand) as a side thing.”
Do you think you look fashionable? And does this matter to you?
“I would say that I’m pretty alright? To a certain point, it does matter to me because I love to put myself together and it makes me feel good.”
What are you wearing?
“I was wearing an ivory Jil Sander mandarin collar shirt, paired with a handmade silver fish necklace from the brand as well. My pants are from N.Hoolywood and my shoes are from Hender Scheme.”
Describe your sense of style.
“Quality materials, coupled with classic shapes. That allows me mobility and comfort to go about with my daily activities.”
What were you thinking about when getting dressed today?
“(I was feeling) ecclesiastical.”
Tell us something interesting about you.
“I have a penchant for collecting humorous design objects that look absurd and silly.”
Do you think you look fashionable? And does this matter to you?
“I don’t think I look fashionable, and it’s not something I am concerned with. I prefer that my clothes not distract me or my clients when I’m doing my job.”