Author: Weijie Tan

Sex knows no boundaries, am I right? From old-school vanilla to sub/dom and even swinging, I decided to delve deeper into the lesser-known areas. I am pretty sure dating apps like Tinder and Coffee Meets Bagel have become more common in Singapore these days, but apps such as Seeking Arrangements target a more niche audience where you can “date generous men & attractive women”. Curious to find out more? To gain insight into this scene, I interviewed “Claire” (not her real name), who is no stranger to “sugar baby” offers. Her most controversial offer: S$10,000 a month for sex only on the weekends.…

International theatre, such as 1984 and Julius Caesar, has had its opportunity in the limelight here. Now, it’s time for Singapore’s contemporary theatre to shine, at Singapore Theatre Festival 2018. Organised by W!LD RICE, the event will run from 5 – 22 July 2018 at LASALLE College of the Arts. This year’s line-up includes eight brand-new plays, with plots ranging from exploring the tales of Sungei Road to the politics within a press office. Some of the highlights are Faghag, Press Gang and G.F.E. G.F.E is short for Girl Friend Experience. This play tells a story of a man’s experience in the lorongs of…

This 19 & 20 May 2018, come and rave at one of the iconic wonders of the world! And yes, I mean rave to electronic dance music (EDM). The Great Wall Festival 2018, held at the Great Wall of China, features internationally acclaimed DJs such as Dixon, Nina Kraviz and Recondite who’s doing a full audio-visual live show. At the moment, the chalets and villas in the area are fully booked. Why not try out summer camping in the forests and mountains just by the Great Wall? But if you’re not an outdoorsy person, transport isn’t an issue even if you’re staying…

I chanced upon this quaint little shop along Haji Lane named Life By Design. With several eye-catching knick-knacks displayed by the entrance, I just knew I had to find out more. A quick Google search told me that Life By Design was a ‘metaphysical shop’. Isn’t that something to do with witchcraft? Apparently not. As explained by Brian Koh, Resident Consultant of Life By Design, metaphysics is a science of spirituality. In fact, every religion has close ties to the science that metaphysics employs. From the incense that Buddhists use, to the meditation that Christians partake in, these are all part…

Fulfil your retail therapy needs this 19 & 20 May 2018 at Public Garden’s Consumer Trade Show! Pop by Suntec Convention Hall for a shopping experience unlike any other. You’ll find a wide range of independent Asian brands at the Public Garden Consumer Trade Show, all in one place for one weekend. This upcoming consumer trade show showcases students with independent and unique brand concepts from all over Asia. One of the many start-ups is Indonesia-based Ameraincoat. With the current trend of raincoats on the street style scene, Ameraincoat isn’t falling behind. Their unisex designs include details such as snap buttons, pockets…

Singapore Art Museum’s main building is under renovations at the moment but the art continues at SAM @ 8Q! Their latest exhibition, Imaginarium: Into the Space of Time runs from 6 May – 26 August 2018, and deals with more complicated concepts like time and space. But if you’re thinking of bringing younger kids to the exhibition, there’s no need to worry as the art pieces are family-friendly. If artworks don’t appeal to your tots, these animated films will definitely do the job. A special selection of seven videos will be played on repeat at the Moving Image Gallery at Level 2, SAM…

Trend gurus, listen up! This 19 May 2018, Collective Minds & Sole Superior will present us with Sneaker Pimps Singapore at The Space @ Savourworld in Kent Ridge. Sneaker Pimps is the world’s largest travelling sneaker show. Founded in 2002 in Sydney, Australia by Peter Fahey, it has visited over 62 major cities with over 300 events globally. It even has a cult following among the urban youths worldwide! Accompanying the rare, vintage and limited edition shoes, Matteblacc Events will be setting the mood with their own brand of soul-inspired music. Groove to some tunes while checking out all the kicks! Keep some cash…

Does catching a foreign film with friends seem too alternative for you? You’d think most people watch foreign films on their own. Don’t miss the upcoming European Union Film Festival 2018 if you’re a film buff who wants to dive deeper into these lesser well-known films! The event will take place from 10 – 20 May 2018 at the National Gallery Singapore, and will feature more than 20 foreign films. Notable directors include Mirjam Unger, director of Fly Away Home, who will be present for the opening night screening. If you think you won’t recognise the actors/actresses in foreign indie films, think again. One of…