Swagger

Rather than pack the space with as many products as possible, this smart multi-label store has gone for the sparse and moody bachelor look, decorated with vintage items like a record player and weighing scales. Goods here, which run the gamut of fashion and grooming products, are mostly handcrafted by artisans from heritage-rich brands like […]

Finespun Clothiers

The discerning man’s dream come true, this Ann Siang Hill gem offers bespoke tailoring, prêt-à-porter accessories and even customizable smoking slippers. And they’re mighty exclusive, too— remember to make an appointment before you drop by!

Interview: Natalie Hiong for Singapore HeritageFest 2012

This former banker will be performing folk tunes at Singapore HeritageFest 2012, a showcase of tours, exhibitions and concerts on cultural diversity. She tells Chin Hui Wen how school fostered her love of music and her lack of stage fright.

Aphorism

The buzz: Not just another collectible vintage store, this is the first bona fide antiques gallery in the increasingly gentrified Tiong Bahru neighborhood. The vibe: A quaint little 35 sq. m. art space, which doubles up as owner Jean-Baptiste Oudea’s office. Reminiscent of a Parisian bourgeois apartment with a local twist, floors and walls are […]

Handle Bar

Step inside this place and you’ll have a sudden urge to ride a bike. From photos of real-life renegades and bike parts donning the walls to furniture made out of motorbikes, this bar oozes a rebel-on-the-road vibe. Check out the signature motorized margaritas ($12)—concocted by a special gas blender that looks just like a bike’s […]

Zafferano

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Preparazzi

In spite of its industrial chic grey and white interiors, a meal at Preparazzi is like being entertained at the home of a particularly experimental and sophisticated friend. The mastermind behind this business, Jeremy Nguee, is a self-taught chef who got his start as a private hire and caterer. And his experience shows in the […]