Author: Shiya

Our Second Nature, a local fashion brand specialising in comfortable and luxe clothing, has finally set up a physical boutique. Located in Chip Bee Gardens in Holland Village, the space – dubbed Our Second Home – looks like a physical manifestation of the brand’s ethos. The boutique was cosy and elegant, with little details that exude a classy charm. Our Second Nature: The Clothing Line Founded in 2017 by Velda Tan, Our Second Nature breaks away from the mass-produced market. If you’re familiar with the brand, you can easily identify someone donning a Our Second Nature piece at a glance. The brand releases clothes in…

A weekend of fun awaits at our favourite orange cat’s birthday party this year. That’s right — Garfield’s 40th Birthday Bash is happening this 8 – 10 June 2018 at Sentosa! This year’s Garfield Run will be held on 10 June and the exciting part is that it’ll be accompanied by the Garfield Carnival, which is making its debut appearance in Singapore. Prices for the Garfield Carnival tickets range from S$15 for the Standard Ticket, S$25 for the Premium Ticket and S$55 for the VIP Ticket. Besides additional game credits, Premium Ticket and VIP Ticket holders are entitled to event-exclusive freebies.…

As a Singaporean, most of us have had the “hustle hard and hustle always” mindset deeply ingrained in us since young. Students and adults alike are no strangers to burning out from the constant rush to meet deadlines and the never-ending tasks to complete. But across the world, other societies have different sets of lifestyles that are worth learning from. Sometimes it takes slowing down a little to get more things done and to avoid burning out. Here are six alternative lifestyles to consider if you’re tired of yours: 1. Japanese: Ikigai Ikigai can be understood as the factor that…

It’s on a Saturday, so live a little and bring the bubbly out early! The party starts from 12pm at NOON to MOON, an electro daytime open-air party held at CÉ LA VI Club Lounge. From 12pm to 7pm, French DJ duo TAFMAG will be spinning groovy house tunes as you bask in the sun at Singapore’s most iconic rooftop. As the rays start to mellow, lift up your sunglasses and keep your eyes peeled for the sunset over Singapore’s beautiful skyline. You’ll have the perfect view at CÉ LA VI’s decks. Come night time, join crowd-favourite Norwegian artiste Finnebassen as he…

As you’re staring in wide-eyed wonder at all the beautiful sights in Europe, don’t be too quick to let your guard down. While there are a fair share of kind-hearted and helpful strangers, I’ve also encountered a handful who are more concerned about your valuables than your wellbeing. Here are five common scams I spotted when I was in Europe and how to avoid falling prey to them: 1. A Flower For The Pretty Lady? A street merchant carrying a bunch of roses walks up to you. “For you, beautiful,” he says with a smile, offering a rose to you. “No…

In mid-2017, Singaporeans bid a bittersweet farewell to our oldest flea market, the Sungei Road Market (better known as the Thieves Market). However, the tenacious vendors have since then banded together and found a temporary new home in Woodlands Recreation Center. From now till 6 May 2018, head down on the weekends to show your support for the displaced vendors at this heritage flea market! We’ve seen some goods being sold at seriously affordable prices, like a vase going for just S$1. This flea market is great if you’re into thrift-shopping or if you’re hunting for vintage pieces. With the…

While Singapore has plenty of beautiful hotels, often, these spaces can’t beat the convenience of having your own place, especially if you’re looking at an occupancy of at least several months. People tend to think of Airbnbs as the go-to option in that scenario, but with a new ruling out as of late 2017 (which states that local private homes “are subject to a minimum stay of three consecutive months”), hopeful renters need to be careful. Here’s a list of the 10 most gorgeous Airbnbs in Singapore right now if you’re one of the lucky ones planning to stay for awhile…

With our skin constantly battered by harsh elements — strong sunlight one moment and simmering humidity the next — it’s little wonder that we’re prone to damaged skin. Prevention is the best cure, with sunblock going a long way in protecting our skin against external stressors. However, with our often hectic lifestyles, it’s easy to forget about protecting our face before leaving the house. Hence, THEFACESHOP’s latest release, Dr. Belmeur Advanced Line will help to repair the damage while reinforcing our skin against further aggressors. The Dr. Belmeur Advanced Line comprises four products: the Advanced Cica Recovery Serum (S$44), Advanced Cica Recovery Cream (S$44),…

A creative life store established in Japan, TOKYU HANDS currently has three outlets in Singapore. The stores stock a wide range of “designed in Japan” products ranging from beauty to travel, home goods and more. However, I always find myself making a beeline straight for the stationery section. Japan has an amazing range of stationery and TOKYU HANDS carries a pretty wide selection, including items you can’t find at normal stationery stores. For instance, the Pentel Sign Pens and MT Tapes. Since bullet journaling has been all the rage in recent years, I tried creating a spread with only items found in…

A hipster’s haven and a foodie’s fantasy; an indie market so crowded that people were stuck in between aisles — ring any bells? Let’s cut to the chase. Artbox has announced that it’ll be returning to Singapore  this 25 – 27 May 2018 and 1 – 3 June 2018! Held at Bayfront Event Space, the theme for this year is Artbox 2018: Oasis — a getaway from city life. Tropical prints and greenery have been a big hit recently and it looks like these elements will be playing a huge role in this year’s street market extravaganza. Last year’s Artbox was a…

This 31 March 2018, head down to HopHeads to relive the glory days of bands like Simple Plan, The Click Five and Linkin Park. At Puberty Again – Dance Party, jam all night long to the tunes that were on replay back in the ’00s. This dance party will definitely leave you feeling really old and wistful about your puberty years, but it’ll be great fun! Remember the songs you were screaming along to in Kbox sessions? Or the ones you turned to during a heartbreak? The only difference is that booze is now legally in the picture. There are…

Candles are amazing for cozying up a space or unwinding after a long day. But, it’s sometimes heartbreaking to light them up considering their often exorbitant price tags. Local label Hush Candle has made this simple pleasure more accessible by marrying quality and affordability. Singaporeans Nicole Su and Chelsea Low founded the brand with the hopes of offering people a way to relax and unwind after a long day with affordable and high quality candles. This was also how their brand name, Hush, was chosen, for it evokes this sense of tranquility and serenity. Though the candles are rather affordable,…

Eyeshadow is incredibly fun to play with. It’s like painting a masterpiece, but on your lids. Often, a smidge of colour on the eyelids is all it takes to make someone look brighter and livelier. However, eyeshadow palettes are a hassle to carry around. And, while you might adore the majority of the shades, there’s bound to be a few colours that you won’t touch at all. With its latest Mono Cube Eyeshadow, THEFACESHOP has found a solution to all these eyeshadow woes. A design feature unique to the Mono Cube Eyeshadow is that you can click the cubes together to create your…

How To Adult is the ultimate guidebook for all Singaporeans struggling with adulting. An ambitious brainchild of a group of local university students, the online platform addresses all the ins-and-outs of being an adult in Singapore through cheeky and informative articles and videos. Geared towards an audience transitioning from student life to working life or those in their early years of work, How To Adult’s website contains guides across the sectors of Home, Life, Career and Finance. From tips for acing an interview to steps for attaining financial security, they’ve got your back. For instance, one of their first and most widely-shared posts…

There are always plenty of options for markets and festivals for us humans but not so for man’s best friend. So, Camp Canine is back again this 22 April 2018 to provide lots of fun and quality bonding time for you and your furry pals! Expect to see an exciting line-up of stores at the pet market, with vendors like FOURS selling adorable clothes. Barking Good and Floki’s Fabulous Dinners will be bringing their paw-licking good treats, and Chew Time promises to give your dogs a good time. Take a photo with your furry friends at the Hip-Hop Dawg Photobooth or have a pawtrait of them done…