Author: Leo Goh

Ah, Valentine’s Day. Perhaps you and your partner are not the types to participate in the unnecessary fanfare of going out to crowded restaurants or movie theatres during the day of love. If you’re looking for shows to watch for a cosy night in on this special occasion (especially with the whole Coronavirus situation), look no further than this curated list. 1. To All The Boys I’ve Loved Before, P.S. I Still Love You Laura Jean (Lana Condor) and Peter (Noah Centineo) are finally together, but will their love be smooth sailing? Based on Jenny Han’s 2015 novel P.S. I…

People’s shoes of Italy, Superga, reinvented the silhouette of the classic sneaker by producing shoes with vulcanized rubber soles, promising flexibility, and durability. This February, Superga Singapore has launched #TheLoveProject, that explores love through the eyes of three different couples as they style each other with the classic Superga 2750. Championing diversity, the iconic shoe brand looks into the different ways love is expressed, defined and accepted, mirroring the plethora of colourways available in this line—there’s definitely a pair for everyone. With the task of styling each other from top to toe, take a look at how the couples have decided…

#BuySingLit is back, making 2020 the 4th year of this movement. #BuySingLit is an industry-led initiative, encouraging locals to support their fellow writers. This year, participants will be treated to an exciting sensory experience of Singapore Literature with all five senses. From gem biscuit making, music performances, dramatic readings, and writing workshops, be prepared to be exposed to a whole different perspective on local literature. With more than 60 programmes held over two weekends from 6-8 and 13-15 March 2020, get lost and fully immerse yourself in all things local. Some programmes include SingLit Power House, in which attendees will…

Tucked away in a corner in Ang Mo Kio Central lies a very unassuming neighbourhood spa, Bonafídes. Don’t let the facade of the shop front fool you, there’s a reason why amongst the saturated spa industry, Bonafídes still stands strong after more than 30 years. Upon entry of the flagship outlet, I was immediately at ease and did not feel like a fish out of water, all thanks to the decor. Let me explain—most spas from personal observation, seem very intimidating. With very polished, clean and shiny surfaces, even if I were able to afford the services offered at these shiny spas, I…

The first of its kind, IMC Live Global brings you One Love Asia Festival. Touted as a lifestyle festival, One Love Asia promises you not only top tunes by world-renowned artists but also a plethora of activities and food options as well. It’s a two-day extravaganza happening from 1-2 May at the Bayfront Event Space. Get excited for the jammed pack star-studded musical line up, which includes international acts such as Boa, Greyson Chance, Show Lo, Jolin Tsai, and more. It is also exciting to see many local acts perform at this festival as well, the performers include, Stefanie Sun, Shigga…

15 February 2020 will mark the 78th anniversary of Singapore’s fall to the Japanese in 1942. This year, the National Heritage Board (NHB) will partner with Singapore Land Authority, Museum Roundtable (MR) members, and heritage groups to bring you the Battle for Singapore, a programme that encourages Singaporeans to explore different perspectives on Singapore’s World War II (WWII) history. While the Japanese Occupation is a thing of the past, it is important and integral that we familiarise ourselves on the journey of how our country got to where it is today. There are many well-known sites associated with the occupation…

Valentine’s day is soon approaching and if you still don’t know what to get your man, refer to this guide! Of course, on this day of love, it’s not all about the gifts, it’s about showing how much you care for and appreciate your partner. Love is not materialistic or tangible, but it won’t hurt to spoil him a little on this special day. From your usual tech to apparel and even something unexpected, I got it all covered. Here’s a curated gift guide to inspire you on what gifts to get your partner on the day we celebrate love.…

Daiso, our favourite S$2 store, has Virtual Reality (VR) goggles in their product range. Yes, you read that right, Daiso Japan has produced a pair of VR goggles for ¥500 (approx. S$6). A pair of VR goggles for S$6? Technology really is getting more and more affordable as it becomes widely available. Remember when VR goggles were first going mainstream in 2017? Fun fact: A very early concept of VR, coined the Sensorama was invented in 1957 by Morton Heilig. This invention was set to not only immerse 1 to 4 people in the illusion of 3D images but also…

Who can resist a good Gin and Tonic? Not me, that’s for sure. Now, what if you could enjoy this flavourful spirit in the shower without the hangover? Wouldn’t that be an absolute game-changer? Spa Esprit, in collaboration with Compendium, a local distillery that produces premium spirits and alcohols in Singapore, has teamed up to create the Gin and Detox Plantation Shower Gel. And let me assure you, it smells divine. The home-grown brand Spa Esprit is very much a champion of supporting all things local, thus the unique creation of this shower gel with Compendium, a distillery that aims…

Congratulations! We’ve made it through one-twelfth of the year. A month at a time my friends, a month at a time. It’s February, and we all know that it’s the month of love. Whether it be romantic love, self-love or familial love, I assure you that there’s something for everyone this month with Hype and Stuff’s 15 February Experiences In Singapore Happening In 2020 You Won’t Want To Miss.  1. Valentine’s Day 2020 Dinner Cruise Looking to turn up your Valentine’s Day dinner up a notch? Why not a dinner cruise? Hosted by Royal Albatross Superyacht, enjoy a romantic three-course…

The tiny bags of 2019, are we bringing this trend with us into the new decade? Either way, how we feel about these bags won’t stop brands from producing them anyway. Tiny bags, mini bags, micro bags. Is it truly just for the aesthetics? Perhaps other than being able to fit a pair of Airpods, are these bags functionally for anything else? Perhaps it’s the liberating feeling of carrying less, thus having to worry less. Jacquemus, the French fashion brand first revived the trend back in Fall 2017 with their ‘Le Chiquito’ bag. Soon after, the popularity of the bag…

On 7th January 2020, a baby was found in a rubbish chute bin in Bedok North.  Growing up, my mother used to joke that my siblings and I were picked up from the rubbish bin. This joke would be funny, until it hits too close to home. Just like how the government deals with things that are hard to regulate, a desperate mother decided to do the same and rid their baby in true Singaporean fashion. The new-born was found by two Bangladeshi workers who heard soft cries coming from the rubbish chute bin, and thought it was from a…

We’ll be a fine line, we’ll be a fine line, we’ll be alright ~  My fellow Harries! Swee Lee Music is holding a pop-up instore installation and one-off birthday bash event for our favourite musician, Harry Styles, in honour of his birthday and new album Fine Line. I can imagine how jealous we felt when Harry held pop-ups in London and Los Angeles. It’s Singapore’s turn now! Hosted by Sony Music Singapore, fans will be treated to Fine Line merchandise, music, quizzes and a photo-booth. Fine Line is Styles’ sophomore album that was released on 13 December 2019. The multi-genre…

Mahjong lovers can now literally play the game wherever they want with this S$2 Daiso portable Mahjong cards. When a game of Mahjong comes to mind, one would typically think of your full-sized game tiles, table, betting chips, the full shebang. Space is a concern too, you would need a fair amount of free space to set up the tables and chairs. And while Mahjong tiles do typically come in a carry case, would you really want to lug around a heavy case of plastic or glass tiles with you around? I’m guessing no. But you’re a lover of the…

It’s sad that sexual harassment exists. You’d think the concept of no is easy to understand, but the sad reality is that not all people understand that no means no. This is why lessons in learning how to respond to sexual harassment are essential in today’s society. On 18 January 2020, NTU student initiative, Girl, Talk held an event with the use of virtual reality (VR) to teach fellow females on how to respond if they were to experience sexual harassment. The student initiative used VR technology to allow participants to practice how they would react to a sexual harassment situation through the…