5 Fashion Retail Collectives to Shop in Singapore
PUBLISHED September 29th, 2014 04:00 pm | UPDATED July 22nd, 2024 03:26 pm
Everywhere you look, people are wearing the same thing they probably bought from the same old places. Even when you’re shopping around in town, nothing impresses you. Heading online, the beautiful catalogues beckon but alas, Singapore is not on the shipping list, or the shipping rates cost obnoxiously more than the item itself. We know how that feels, so if you’re looking to add something unique to your wardrobe, here are five fashion retail gems that focus on quality material and inventive design.
PACT
This design collective has upgraded its space recently, expanding from the original three brands – Kilo restaurant, Japanese hair salon PACT+LIM, and everyday wear label, sifr – to the current eight. The newcomers include Killari, jewellery made with semi precious stones by Ecuadorian designer Sofia Villacis and Code Deco, which brings you deliciously scented perfumes. Dive into the intelligently designed furniture and lifestyle product of Fred Lives Here and Hauswerks, or pamper yourself and get nails done at KIYONE+LIM. In a nutshell, PACT is probably THE go-to for the best retail experience in town for more than fashion under one roof.
PACT is located at #02-14 Orchard Central, 181 Orchard Road, Singapore 238896. Open 11am-10pm daily. Kilo, PACT+LIM, & KIYONE+LIM closed on Mon.
KEEPERS
Perched right on the field across the road from Heeren, KEEPERS is a recently installed pop-up store that will be staying till February next year. Find fine local labels such as Elohim, Carrie K, Ling Wu and Womb. Aside from showcasing local fashion, KEEPERS show that they take the art of design seriously as their own on-site studio is used to host design workshops and seminars, as well as local exhibitions and performances to encourage homegrown talent and active participation in the visual arts. When you head down to check out this unique space, rest assured that you will be coming out with something new – tangible or not.
KEEPERS is located at Orchard Green (the junction of Cairnhill Rd and Orchard Rd). Open 11am-10pm daily.
Little Man
This one is such a delight to find, partly because its location is utterly random and unexpected. Located semi-awkwardly on Binjai Road, Little Man is a multi-label boutique that delivers. Contrary to its name, Little Man is not just for men, though you can expect beautifully made men’s shirts and tees, with labels like sifr, OBEY, and Tom & Teddy in-store. Ladies can look forward to handmade jewellery from Stelliyah, as well as Japanese brand Black Crane and Sessun from France for apparel.
Little Man is located at 7C Binjai Park, Singapore 589821. Open Tue-Sun 11.30am-9.30pm.
Nana & Bird
Nana & Bird is a reclusive genius of a store tucked away in the hipster Tiong Bahru neighbourhood that brings in classy, modern, inventive and minimalistic designs from the coolest of the cool independent labels from all over the world. Shipping in brands like Jennifer Loiselle and Milk & Thistle, Nana & Bird caters to both women and children with nothing but crisp designs and sleek pieces that make statements effortlessly.
Nana & Bird is located at 59 Eng Hoon Street, #01-65, Singapore 160059, and 79 Chay Yan Street, #01-02, Singapore 160079. Open Tue-Fri 12-7pm, Sat-Sun 11am-7pm.
The WYLD Shop
Anybody who knows anything about fashion would know that Australia is the home of the best cult labels in the world. Unfortunately, it’s hard to keep up when access to these brands is a problem – which is where the lovely ladies behind WYLD step in. Curating the best of Australian high street fashion, this is where you can find your Evil Twin, Mink Pink, Le Specs, and Staple The Label. Best part? You can shop WYLD online and it’s free delivery within Singapore!
The WYLD Shop is located at #01-12 Clifford Centre, 24 Raffles Place, Singapore 048621. Open Mon-Fri 11am-7pm.
Written by Wenna Yeo
