Singapore style, with a leftfield twist
By Yang Di |
October 20, 2012, Saturday
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FOR anyone seeking a more intimate and unique fashion and lifestyle scene in Singapore, look beyond the enormous, glittering shopping malls filled with major-brand retailers along Orchard Road or new landmarks like Marina Bay Sands. Instead, check out Haji Lane, Ann Siang Hill and fashion incubator Parco next NEXT.
Haji Lane
Haji Lane is a narrow, short lane hidden away in the heart of the Muslim quarter. A rising number of local fashionistas and tourists alike frequent the lane within Arab Street these days for its independent fashion boutiques and charming shop houses with eclectic style. It only takes five minute to walk along the lane but you can easily spend hours searching for offbeat labels or one-of-a-kind pieces that you won't find in Singapore malls. A few favorites have earned loyal followings and Haji Lane is the top choice for hip retail and offbeat finds.
Soon Lee (73 Haji Lane), which opened four years ago, was one of the first fashion tenants in Haji Lane. The shop owner loves the idea of everyday glamor and wants to encourage a lively, fun reference and a love for all things beautiful, so that naturally includes art, books and home ware. Soon Lee is also very big on the concept of girl power - proud of being female and believing in the strength and beauty of it.
Salad Shop (25 Haji Lane) is a fashion and lifestyle boutique catering for customers who favor an uncluttered, individual life. White dominates the decor - from facade to the interiors, ensuring that the products are the focal point of attention. And the goods themselves are often unique or from very limited runs, making them highly sought-after.
Haji Lane boasts the most unique, quaint and quirky boutiques in Singapore. After browsing the shops, the nearby Sultan Mosque offers a welcome change to travelers who want to do a bit of sightseeing, while the roti prata at Zam Zam just opposite the mosque is a must-try snack. And if all the tempting fashion buys aren't enough, the Arab Street also features wonderful Middle Eastern carpets and the most luxurious textiles.
Ann Siang Hill
The streets around Ann Siang Hill are some of the most charming in Singapore, with a rich heritage and lots of character. A mix of old and refurbished shop houses, the area was long associated with Chinese clans and associations. Nowadays, Ann Siang Hill is an uber-hip area, frequented by designers, artists and tourists.
It is home to fashion boutiques, designer studios, furniture shops, galleries, hip hotels, and trendy restaurants - all aimed at alternative tastes.
One of the first fashion stores to open in the area was Asylum (22 Ann Siang Road). Seeking to source fresh, inspiring labels from around the world, Asylum stocks an eclectic range of names, including sought-after Scottish knitwear brand Lyle & Scott; purveyor of swanky Danish carryalls Mismo; and lively classics from French fashion house, Commune de Paris.
Style: Nordic (39 Ann Siang Road) is another concept store which, as the name suggests, promotes Scandinavian lifestyle products, including fashion, home accessories and furniture.
The owners say their mission is to expand to become the primary gateway to Scandinavian design in Southeast Asia.
If you're feeling shopped out, then just walk the area doing a little urban exploring with your camera. And if you need reviving, stop at Shots, a stylish espresso bar owned by a photographer that serves up gourmet coffee. Relax in the small gallery-style ambience or take an outside seat and just enjoy a spot of people watching.
Ann Siang Hill is close to the famous Maxwell Road Hawker center, which boasts more than 100 food stalls offering a huge variety of local dishes, and to a Buddhist temple.
Parco next NEXT
Parco next NEXT on the second level of Parco Millennia Walk has established itself as an incubator to help up-and-coming local fashion designers.
A collaboration between Parco and the Textile & Fashion Federation, the project aims to mould the next generation of designers by providing them with an opportunity to showcase their collections and learn the ropes of managing their own fashion businesses. More than 20 emerging local design brands have joined the program.
Parco next NEXT is definitely the best space for fashionistas hoping to add a dash of quintessentially Singapore style to their wardrobes.
Haji Lane
Haji Lane is a narrow, short lane hidden away in the heart of the Muslim quarter. A rising number of local fashionistas and tourists alike frequent the lane within Arab Street these days for its independent fashion boutiques and charming shop houses with eclectic style. It only takes five minute to walk along the lane but you can easily spend hours searching for offbeat labels or one-of-a-kind pieces that you won't find in Singapore malls. A few favorites have earned loyal followings and Haji Lane is the top choice for hip retail and offbeat finds.
Soon Lee (73 Haji Lane), which opened four years ago, was one of the first fashion tenants in Haji Lane. The shop owner loves the idea of everyday glamor and wants to encourage a lively, fun reference and a love for all things beautiful, so that naturally includes art, books and home ware. Soon Lee is also very big on the concept of girl power - proud of being female and believing in the strength and beauty of it.
Salad Shop (25 Haji Lane) is a fashion and lifestyle boutique catering for customers who favor an uncluttered, individual life. White dominates the decor - from facade to the interiors, ensuring that the products are the focal point of attention. And the goods themselves are often unique or from very limited runs, making them highly sought-after.
Haji Lane boasts the most unique, quaint and quirky boutiques in Singapore. After browsing the shops, the nearby Sultan Mosque offers a welcome change to travelers who want to do a bit of sightseeing, while the roti prata at Zam Zam just opposite the mosque is a must-try snack. And if all the tempting fashion buys aren't enough, the Arab Street also features wonderful Middle Eastern carpets and the most luxurious textiles.
Ann Siang Hill
The streets around Ann Siang Hill are some of the most charming in Singapore, with a rich heritage and lots of character. A mix of old and refurbished shop houses, the area was long associated with Chinese clans and associations. Nowadays, Ann Siang Hill is an uber-hip area, frequented by designers, artists and tourists.
It is home to fashion boutiques, designer studios, furniture shops, galleries, hip hotels, and trendy restaurants - all aimed at alternative tastes.
One of the first fashion stores to open in the area was Asylum (22 Ann Siang Road). Seeking to source fresh, inspiring labels from around the world, Asylum stocks an eclectic range of names, including sought-after Scottish knitwear brand Lyle & Scott; purveyor of swanky Danish carryalls Mismo; and lively classics from French fashion house, Commune de Paris.
Style: Nordic (39 Ann Siang Road) is another concept store which, as the name suggests, promotes Scandinavian lifestyle products, including fashion, home accessories and furniture.
The owners say their mission is to expand to become the primary gateway to Scandinavian design in Southeast Asia.
If you're feeling shopped out, then just walk the area doing a little urban exploring with your camera. And if you need reviving, stop at Shots, a stylish espresso bar owned by a photographer that serves up gourmet coffee. Relax in the small gallery-style ambience or take an outside seat and just enjoy a spot of people watching.
Ann Siang Hill is close to the famous Maxwell Road Hawker center, which boasts more than 100 food stalls offering a huge variety of local dishes, and to a Buddhist temple.
Parco next NEXT
Parco next NEXT on the second level of Parco Millennia Walk has established itself as an incubator to help up-and-coming local fashion designers.
A collaboration between Parco and the Textile & Fashion Federation, the project aims to mould the next generation of designers by providing them with an opportunity to showcase their collections and learn the ropes of managing their own fashion businesses. More than 20 emerging local design brands have joined the program.
Parco next NEXT is definitely the best space for fashionistas hoping to add a dash of quintessentially Singapore style to their wardrobes.
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