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Retro Gate, Singapore’s first Japanese-American inspired vintage and streetwear thrift store, launched its latest concept store on 12 January this year. In what started out to be a passion project between founders Ryo Yamamoto and Paul Low, Retro Gate has made a name in the local streetwear scene with its dedication to affordability, accessibility, and abundance. From vintage thrift shopping to gaming and chillout areas, and a corner to polish your sneakers, its latest store is many things in one. Previously, Retro Gate was located at a unit in Citimac Industrial Building, which is next to Tai Seng MRT. Since…

LEGO’s latest pop-up store is now open to the public in Changi Airport Terminal 3. While you may originally expect a regular flagship store (like I did), this is currently the only store that offers a range of LEGO renditions of local landmarks, from the breathtaking structures of Singapore architecture to the intricate models of local dishes. Thanks to full-time artist Nicholas Foo – who is one of the only LEGO certified professionals worldwide – you can now catch sight of multiple LEGO local attractions in the pockets of time that you have before your overseas vacation or after your homebound…

CARIUMA was founded in 2018, with the brand making its debut in May 2018, with its first pop-up and online store just days apart. Their efforts were met with resounding success, as seen from how its sneakers were sold in 21 countries – in just three weeks. View this post on Instagram Our OCA High in Cloud Grey Suede loves flying both international & domestic, plus it matches with every look you can fit in your carry-on. It's a packing list must-have. A post shared by C A R I U M A® (@cariuma) on Feb 17, 2020 at 8:57am…

Ever been to a derelict power station on a hot and humid day to look at some sneakers? Yes, those sneakers that “cosmopolitan” Singapore youth dream about on a silver platter? Neither have I. Take my hand as I retell my meandering experience into a world of subcultures at Street Superior 2018. Despite the far-flung locale, I have to admit that the elaborate space-making lent itself well to a feeling almost akin to walking into the wrong classroom or jumping down into the rabbit hole. Think grungy London back alleys and joggers in Nike windbreakers – you know you like that…

Fancy owning a piece of hypercar luxury? Well, LEGO certainly has that covered for you! On 1 June 2018, the LEGO Technic Bugatti Chiron was officially unveiled at LEGO House at the company’s headquarters in Billund, and a limited number of the models are now available for purchase at LEGO Certified Stores islandwide and online stores such as Bricks World and The Brick Shop, while stocks last. While you can’t actually ride in this one, it will certainly be within the budget for many of us – with its retail price of SGD$599.90 – and it is definitely much more…

Rejoice, LEGO fans! While we will not be able to take a month-long June Holidays’ break that the children and teenagers get, LEGO Singapore is out to spice things up for the child in all of us. To get things started, LEGO Singapore will be breaking in the holidays by launching over 50 novelty LEGO sets! These include sets from LEGO City, LEGO Friends, LEGO Ninjago, LEGO Superheros, and many more. There are sets for all ages, so why not get one to reward the kids at home too and have some bonding time over LEGO? Check out the entire…

By Izzan Haziq and Hannah Halim Mareenah A. Ghani was merely passing time with a fun hobby, unknowingly sowing the seeds that would culminate in a thriving business. The enterprising young woman is the founder of Maqayla, a womenswear label that has earned an avid following within the Malay Muslim community. Maqayla has been a work in progress for four years, and this weekend will see the store celebrating its one year anniversary at East Village. We speak with Mareenah on starting Maqayla and the challenges she faced in setting up her own business. DNM: How did you start Maqayla?…

We’ve already established that St Jerome’s Laneway Festival is where all the cool kids hang out. The vibe is great, the acts are amazing, and the fashion scene is stellar. It’s also the place to go if you’re looking to flaunt your favourite style. If you’re a rookie and have no idea what to wear, take a cue from these 5 types of fashionistas you’ll spot at Laneway 2016. 1) The Boho Goddess The look that you’ll most probably expect to see, fashionistas take inspiration from the Boho Goddess – Vanessa Hudgens. This look is an eclectic mix of floral headbands…

After last year’s vitriol over Marsala, 2015’s Colour of the Year which Jezebel helpfully described as “the mould growing in your bathroom that no one will clean”, it seems Pantone has adopted a softer approach to their annual declaration of self-importance. For the first time since the yearly shebang started in Y2K, the international colour standards company (we like to call them The Rainbow Police) has just announced not one, but two Colours of the Year for 2016. READY YOUR BODIES FOR… AND… Rose Quartz and Serenity. So soft, so pastel, so very tumblr. But wait… Where have we seen those colours before..? Hmm……