Author: Iqmall Hayat

In a world where social media runs rampant, once you’ve seen something once, you’ve probably seen it all. The concept of being original and standing out for your authenticity is an idea many just don’t strive to achieve anymore. So, I thought to myself and wondered, “What can I do that will encompass my own style whilst also being out of the norm?” And that’s when Chezgrillz came to mind, a pair of talented individuals who meticulously create unique jewellery pieces. Ranging from grillz to pendants, they are a home-grown duo working out of one of Singapore’s best tattoo parlours — Singapore Electric by…

Every man needs and deserves a great suit — there will be a point in time where you’ll need a suit, so it’s always a matter of when and not why! But with so many tailoring options out there, it’s easy to feel paralysed before you even begin. Today, we’ll be comparing three of Singapore’s renowned tailors in the hopes of setting you on the right path! First things first, I had to acknowledge that I needed another suit. I already have one from both the mid and lower tier, so I knew I had to get one from a higher…

As I was scrolling through Facebook one day, I chanced upon this video with an aerial shot of a race track on the rooftop of a building. Prime real estate aside, I was intrigued at what goes on at this rooftop right smack in the middle of Bugis. I headed down to find out more about this niche urban hobby. Urban PlaySpace is the premier home for all things Radio Control (RC) racing here in Singapore. 1-10 Electric Touring is the tier that has the largest player base in Singapore, with many other smaller tiers also sharing the same space. Not…

Dua Lipa is finally coming back to Singapore for a full show this 4 May 2018 at The Star Theatre*.On the back of global hits such as New Rules, and her most recent hit IDGAF, she’ll be bringing her special blend of British pop to our little island. The singer with the Midas touch has been reported to sell out shows extremely quickly and it was no different here in Singapore. Tickets have already all been snapped up!* We’re just here hoping she’ll will add another date or two, just like Coldplay did. Dua Lipa, pretty please? *Update: Due to overwhelming demand, the show…

Singapore Urban Design Festival 2018 will be making its first foray as part of Singapore Design Week 2018 this 14 – 18 March. The festival is the first of its kind in Singapore and will include a five-day programme that hopes to promote the growing global movement in place-making and activation of public spaces. The roll-out of events happening across the five days includes a summit for like-minded people to raise awareness on urban design, a street party involving art and live music, as well as an urban design route with temporary projects designed to encourage people to stay and…

GlowBeat x *SCAPE is the latest festival poppin’ in our little island city, and here are six things to expect during this weekend. First things first, I ought to let you in on this great deal. The first 200 festival goers of each day will be able to redeem a ticket. It entails a complimentary entry to the illuminated ball pit, as well as a free go at your next carnival game. That’s a pretty sweet deal! Even though you’ll have to use cash at other stalls, you’ll have to change tokens for games and claw machines that are sprawled around the festival grounds.…

Instagram has evolved into a whole different monster from what it was intended to be. What started out as a foursquare knock-off, is now the platform of truly new-age careers — Instagram model? Influencers? Social Media Managers? What a time to be alive. So, what tips would professional Instagrammers have for regular folks like you and me? We have a chat with Yafiq (@_yafiqyusman_) and Yais Yusman (@_yaisyusman_), the twins rocking the Instagram scene with their gravity-defying shots and themed posts. Memorable Firsts When asked about their memorable first photos on Instagram, Yafiq could remember his only vaguely. He recalled it was…

As I was scrolling through the ‘gram on a lazy Sunday afternoon, I stumbled upon a very curious Instagram page, with the Instahandle @thatcutegroomer. The combination of words had me questioning many things. Is this some sort of controversial naming and marketing ploy or is she a very legitimate pet groomer who just so happens to be very cute? Intrigued and with a very ragged Toy Poodle by my side, I decided to verify her Instagram handle for myself. Rachel a.k.a @thatcutegroomer, is the senior pet stylist and instructor at Dollhouse Pets. An establishment founded in 2009, she possesses over 10 years…

Calling all hypebeasts! Baller Vibe is heaven for anything hype and they have some serious heat on the shelves. Situated in Austin Heights in Johor Bahru, it fits right into the area that’s home to all the other up-and-coming secret spots. I made the trip over the weekend to see if it’s worth all the hoo-ha. And boy, was I blown away. Get your passport ready because if you snooze, you lose. This row of Bearbricks as well the full collection of Human Races (which would comfortably fetch thousands of dollars) were on display at the back of the store. This…

Of all the things that I expected to be exported from South Korea, I would have thought that clubbing would be higher up on the list. FI-NA-LY! 36, located in the heart of South Beach Quarter along Beach Road, brings a refreshing yet authentic Korean nightlife experience to the Singaporean scene. Featuring a breathtaking neon aesthetic, the futuristic yet intimate space can hold up to 200 people. Wired up for an intense K-style party experience, DJ Queenzell, the resident DJ has travelled all the way from Korea to our little red dot to bring her clever blend of hip-hop bangers and…

Google Translate has been a lifesaver, especially for avid travellers. What if I told you that you can now own a device that was designed specifically for using the Google Translate effectively? Introducing, the Google Pixel Buds. These revolutionary wireless headphones include a few typical Google-centric features, which we’ll mess around with today. Rocky Set-Up The first hurdle after unboxing the buds was the set-up. It’s 2018 and we’re still relying on Bluetooth that’s over 20 years old! Sure, the instructions made it look very simple but we fumbled with the settings for a good 30 minutes before my Pixel 2XL prompted…

The largest art market to date held by The Local People and Singapore Art Museum will be happening this 28 January 2018 at the Singapore Art Museum. 35MM Art Market, just like the name suggests, will feature short films and vintage cameras as the main focus (geddit). But that’s not all –being a platform for local brands by local people, there’ll be vendors from all walks of life participating in the art market. Fancy local-made makeup? Or perhaps, a butterscotch float on a hot day? They have it all. A culmination of all things art and a market to celebrate…

It’s getting harder and harder to come up with something creative these days but Art Apart Fair 10th Edition, happening from 25 – 28 January 2018, will be the first of its kind. The art exhibition will be housed in a unique setting, within four newly-built strata bungalows along Balmoral Road. Five floors of living space in the Goodwood Grand will be transformed into a platform for showcasing artworks from emerging and mid-career artists, each with their own cultural background, artistic style and manner of expression. In celebration of its tenth anniversary, Art Apart Fair will feature the work of…

Malaysian YouTube sensation, Namewee announced that he has recently added more seats to his hot-selling concert at The Star Performing Arts Centre on 3 February 2018. Moving from YouTube to the main stage, he’ll be performing his best hip-hop songs that have gone viral for their quirky lyrics and references. Namewee started on YouTube, uploading original songs almost 10 years ago with a particularly humorous yet satirical style, which blew up in the Chinese speaking community. The theme of his tour is ‘4896’ and sounds very similar to a Hokkien slang, which means ‘very strong & powerful’. If you’re a big…

Unlike many other carnivals that come and go after two weeks, the Prudential Marina Bay Carnival will be taking residence at the Marina Bay precinct and will be here to stay until April 2018! And for that reason alone, it’s being touted as the latest date spot in town. Here are five tips on how to properly execute the perfect date at the Prudential Marina Bay Carnival. 1. Win At The Carnival Games The games I mention here have been handpicked and carefully curated. As enticing as the prizes are, there are some games you should steer clear away from if you’re on a…