Author: Iqmall Hayat

Tyler, The Creator and Converse have hit a home run with this new GOLF le FLEUR* collab dropping on Friday, 3 November 2017. Continuing from where they left off this summer, the release will be Tyler’s second crack at arguably the most underrated sneaker silhouette of 2017. The GOLF le FLEUR* second signature shoe is a brand-new take on the iconic star that features on the side of the One Star silhouette. Boldly reimagining the star logo into a unique flower design, an accompanying daisy pattern will decorate its sole, and an embossed GOLF le FLEUR* logo on the tongue…

Taobao is a lot of people’s guilty pleasure. Everything comes at a fraction of the price and sometimes with even better quality. With all the different agents competing with one another to provide the lowest shipping rates, you’re the only winner here. Picking my jaw off the floor, here’s a list of 10 Taobao finds that made me go, “Damn, this site has everything.” 1. Meat Skewer Maker Have you ever stood in line at the kebab stall at the pasar malam and wished you could make skewers? No? Me neither, but I could do with some skewers right now and with…

Comics have always been an escape for many young readers with super-powered fights providing a constant flow of entertainment and as many plot twists as Hong Kong dramas. If you’re a DC fan or even a Marvel ride-or-die, this unmissable Justice League Tribute Show will be held on 4 & 5 November 2017 at D’Marquee Downtown East. Organised by InkInk Collectibles, the tribute show will display artworks on DC Appreciation Day with references to the Justice League, DC’s assemblage of superheroes. The enthusiastic and highly knowledgeable crew from InkInk Collectibles will be there to assist you with any enquiries as they will also…

Halloween is right around the corner and the year’s spookiest date lands right smack in the middle of the week. If you’re not already heading to one of the many themed club parties, you still have some time to squeeze some last-minute costume shopping this 2017. Then there’s only that one issue of haphazardly trying to scour the rows and rows of costumes for that perfect one. Time is not on your side so here’s a list of eight costume stores in Singapore to snap up the quirkiest Halloween outfits: 1. Pan-In-The-Box     First up is the OG of the costume/cosplay market…

Back for its second edition, Etsy Made Local (EML) is hosting its highly successful pop-up market once again at Capitol Piazza Outdoor Plaza on 25 and 26 November 2017. With Christmas much closer than you think, grab this unique opportunity to get hand-crafted goodies and trinkets from local artisans. Talented artists, crafters and creative minds will be putting up their best creations for sale, ranging from water-based artworks to fetching pieces of fashion accessories. What better way than to support local craftsmen and artists at this pop-up market, and maybe rub shoulders with like-minded creatives. The items on sale may…

This year has seen a slew of releases of sneakers, and in the past two to three weeks, contenders for sneaker of the year have come to light. While it’s true that the three stripes held it down last year as the brand of choice for many reasons, 2017 belongs to the iconic swoosh. The UNDFTD 97’s brought back overnight queuing and there is no way escape away from the Off-White collab. Speaking of Nike, its acquisition of Converse back in 2003 saw reworking and incorporation of its tech into classic Converse models. Converse, the cool kid’s choice of shoes back in…

Razer has a long-heralded history in the world of games and is a favoured brand amongst many gamers out there. From mice, to keyboards and headphones, it covers a plethora of gaming accessories designed for optimal performance in the e-Sports realm. What next? With recent leaks, it looks more and more likely that a smartphone could be in the works. Details are scarce at the moment but from what has been floating around the interwebs, it’ll boast a dual-camera setup, 8GB worth of RAM and a pointed design akin to Sony’s lineup of phones. With the infamous Razer logo slapped…

Dive into the disappearing world of Haenyeo and experience one of Korea’s most celebrated traditions through the lens of Jose Jeuland, presented in both monochrome and colour at The Fullerton Hotel from 27 October to 22 November 2017. The Haenyeo refers to the dying trade of female divers in Korea, and has been recognised by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage that needs to be cherished and safeguarded. In the 1960’s, there were 30,000 of them diving off the shores of Jeju and Udo islands in South Korea daily. Now, they amount to 5,000, with two-thirds of them over the…

Bring it back to the medieval ages and get engulfed in folklore brought to life at the Big Bad Wolf Music Festival 2017. Held at Siloso Beach, you’ll groove to tunes by international and local DJs lined up for the festival, so expect a wide genre of music from House to EDM, Trance, Techno, D&B, Trap and Hip-Hop. Partake in the various Halloween games such as Dagger’s Wheel, Wolf’s Dare, Best Dressed Competitions and so much more. Expect games and incentives galore like free beer, cocktails and cash prizes to be won! Ditch your typical yearly Halloween parties and soak…

Puppets have always been a great medium for telling stories and for its second year running, Paper Monkey Theatre is hosting the second No Strings Attached puppetry festival at Goodman Arts Centre. Happening from 3 – 5 November 2017, be prepared for a weekend of light-hearted joy and gaiety exchange with puppets! With productions and theatres from all across Asia putting on a show with inspiration from their homeland, get ready to experience the little intricacies of stories you’ve probably never even heard of. From a story of a tapir who’s losing his home in Malaysia, to a pair of…

If you’re still reeling from the F1 Grand Prix action and are suffering from withdrawal symptoms given that you now have to wait another year, we’ve got you covered. In light of the news that Singapore’s premier racing event has bagged itself a four-year extension, here we relive the best eight moments in the history of the annual night race in our CBD. 1. The Turn 10 Chicane Affectionately known as the Singapore Sling, the turn ten chicane was a topic of concern for many involved in the race. Slim and tight, it served as a huge hindrance to many…

Given the many rows and columns of groceries, supermarkets actually make for a great artsy backdrop. From symmetrical lines to a spectrum full of colours, they offer the perfect setting if you’re looking for an unconventional exhibition space. And that’s exactly what OUTSIDER, a fashion and art festival happening from 20 – 22 October 2017, was thinking when it chose Big Box in the heart of Jurong East as the venue. OUTSIDER is the title of the inaugural fashion and art festival, dubbed as an “anti-elitist” festival, and it will showcase fashion and art exhibitions of designers and visual artists in Asia. With the odd…

More than belts, handbags and silk scarfs; Hermès has been making designer furniture since the early 1920s and has since expanded its vast collection of furniture into something called the Hermès Maison Universe. The high fashion brand will host its first immersive exhibition, titled Through The Walls, at the Liat Towers flagship store in Singapore. The exhibition was specially curated for our little red dot and will run till 29 October 2017.  The upper levels of the store has been metamorphosed into an absolute masterpiece, with the intention to create an inviting experience for visitors. Highlights include the sheer diversity of the Hermès home…

The fast-fashion British retailer held its first TOPSHOP/TOPMAN Open House in the later part of September here in Singapore, featuring four different themed installations, each representing a predicted trend for the upcoming Autumn/Winter collection. Singaporeans came in droves and here are some of the best-dressed folk from the event. Hawaiian shirts are everywhere this year. Once looked down upon, they have now definitely stepped into the limelight. Oddly comfortable, they can be paired with literally anything (or nothing) and still look dressed up for some reason. It must be the buttons (or the pineapples). Prints are back and hopefully, they are here to…

Not many people get it but there are people out there who love beyond dimensions. Idolicious 2nd Stage is a fan event dedicated to the love for 2D Idols happening on 28 October 2017 at Suntec Convention Centre. It will feature an Art lane with idol-related merchandise created by local and overseas artists. You’ll find photo spots where you can take selfies with life-sized standees and your favourite idols, as well as a stamp rally which could net you a sweet souvenir after your rounds of stamp collecting. 2D Idols encompass idols featured in animes, games or comics. Korean netizens…