Wrapped 2024: Our Favourite Reads On Singapore Creatives
For proof that Singapore is a cultural hub, just scroll through some of our favourite highlights.
How Taylor Swift Inspires The Style And Creative Pursuits Of Singaporean Swifties
Amid the Taylor Swift fever that swept Singapore during the Eras Tour in March, we sat down with four creative Swifties to discuss how Taylor has influenced their style and craft, revealing the profound impact of her artistry.
From Vintage Bags To Toys: Cool Singaporean Youths Reveal Their Collections
Gen Z is often said to be a nostalgia-infatuated bunch. The six digital natives featured here live up to that reputation with their collection of clothes, accessories, toys, objects and more that date back to a time in which they were growing up or – in some cases – have never even lived through. We get them to open up their archives and about their love for yesteryear.
What Beauty Products Is Gen Z Buying?
We spoke with a few Gen Z creatives who are redefining beauty by embracing authenticity that reflects their unique style and personality. Whether through their distinctive approach to makeup or their commitment to skincare, these young voices are leading the charge in making beauty personal and real.
How Medical Student Krison Sum Became Social Media’s Fashion Boyfriend
Krison Sum may have started his social media journey in 2022, but it’s only this year that his fashion influence really caught our eye. From medical student to likable social media star, he’s been taking over our feeds with his GRWM (Get Ready With Me) moments and style content.
Singapore’s Young Bookstagram Influencers Are Making Reading Fashionable
A new generation of Singaporean readers is transforming Instagram and TikTok into dynamic hubs for literary dialogue and style.
Gen Zers Explain Their Adoration for Kudasai Girl, Devin Halbal
In June, we joined the crowd at the fan meet of internet sensation Devin Halbal, better known as Kudasai Girl. Famous for her catchy phrases and love for selfie sticks, she’s become a social media phenomenon. We caught up with some young fans to decode the secret behind her massive appeal.
Understanding The Chaotic Gen Z Style
How do you define Gen Z style? It’s a vibrant mix of youthful insouciance and unexpected juxtapositions, blending highbrow and lowbrow influences into an ever-evolving expression of originality and self-discovery. Eccentric and adventurous, it’s exactly what we need. We met five under-25s in Singapore whose riotous, anything-goes style is inspiring us.
7 Gen Zers On What Pursuing A Fine Arts Education Means Today
Despite a decline in full-time enrolment in tertiary arts courses in Singapore, seven youths share their motivations, aspirations, and lessons learned in pursuing the arts. Their stories shed light on the challenges and rewards of choosing this less-trodden path, offering insight into their journeys in a niche academic discipline.
A New Singapore Label Is Launching Accessories For The Ultimate Maximalist
Introducing Miao Atelier – an exciting new player in Singapore's costume jewellery scene. Founded by the whimsical designer known simply as Miao, this homegrown brand is making a bold statement with its fearless, maximalist designs that are quickly capturing attention.
Artists Infuse Life And Creativity Into Peace Centre’s Final Act
Its shutters come down for good on January 27, 2024, but Peace Centre has lived out some of its best days in the past few months as a haven for independent creatives and everyday art-goers, thanks to the unconventional community project known as PlayPan. We meet some of the folks who have found a home, hope and inspiration in a doomed mall.
At Open Door Store, The Local Design Community Comes First
Singapore is riding a wave of creative brilliance, with a treasure trove of designs from local talents and beyond. One of our top picks? Open Door Store at 80 Playfair Road. From fashion to custom footwear, this gem curates the finest of Singapore’s hidden treasures, featuring under-the-radar local brands that defy the ordinary.
Youths Are Getting All Dolled Up In Chinese Beauty Brands
The rise of Chinese beauty hasn’t gone unnoticed by Singapore’s beauty influencers. We caught up with a few to explore how skincare and makeup from China are making a splash in their routines and influencing trends.
These Fashion Tiktokers Really Love Dressing Up
Meet four in Singapore who have won us over with not just their fit checks, but also their infectious enthusiasm for dressing up, curiosity about fashion, and not being afraid to show it all.
They Are Giving Club Kids And New Romantics With Their Makeup
Expressive Gen Z is redefining beauty beyond the dance floor, drawing inspiration from movements like the UK’s New Romantic and NYC’s Club Kids. We met five individuals who are reshaping makeup’s power – whether for a night out, artistic expression, or personal style – challenging traditional beauty standards along the way.
These Creatives Show Why Working Out Is The New Fashionable Trend
Even before Olympics fever captured our attention, the creative community was already diving into their fitspo era. We explored what’s behind this new trend.
The Queer DJs Shaping Singapore’s Rave Future
In the post-Covid, a new generation of queer trailblazers is emerging, championing experimental and boundary-pushing sounds through immersive, inclusive events for the entire LGBTQIA+ community. These DJs are at the forefront, shaping the future of Singapore’s rave scene.
Meet the Rising Stars of Singapore’s Drag Scene
Singapore's drag scene is evolving with more performers and gender minorities bringing fresh, unique styles to the stage. We highlighted some of the emerging performers, spaces and initiatives that are contributing to Singapore’s growing drag scene.
Singapore’s Young Tattoo Collectives Are Leaving Their Mark
Singapore’s tattoo scene is thriving, offering options for both aspiring artists and tattoo enthusiasts. Whether you’re seeking a spot at established studios, encountering roaming artists at pop-up events, or exploring fresh collectives led by under-30s, the city is brimming with opportunities to get inked and make your mark.
The Singapore Artists Challenging Our Perception Of The Ordinary
The six names in this story create wildly different works that tend to blur the boundaries among disparate disciplines. All have little in common except one thing: a certain wondrousness and sense of curiosity that inspire audiences to look at familiar things anew.
Hanging Out With Some Of Singapore’s Urban Dance Crews
Street dance in Singapore is kicking up a storm. We chatted with four dance crews who are the real G.O.A.T.S of the scene.
14 Singapore TikTok Stars Grace The Pages Of The June 2024 Issue
In our June 2024 edition, FEMALE delved into TikTok’s cultural phenomenon by featuring 14 Singapore-based creators who collectively boast a remarkable 1.2 million followers and 58.2 million likes on the app. Many thrive on making us laugh, while others offer life advice, edutainment, or simply showcase hot fashion and beauty looks. Several, in their authentic selves, make us feel like we’ve found a new confidant or, in some cases, a role model. Scroll on to meet them.
Icons Of The Former Butter Factory On Their Nightlife Journey And Vision
Bobby Luo and Ritz Lim, co-founders of Singapore’s iconic The Butter Factory, remain nightlife legends despite the club's closure in 2015. They continue to shape the scene through vibrant parties, now collaborating with former club kids Nathanael Ng (social media) and Stefan Kwang (partnerships/PR). Together, they share their journey and vision for the future of Singapore nightlife.
Why Are Run Clubs Everywhere Now?
Run clubs are the newest clubs – not to go partying at, but where one can build a real sense of community – and increasingly look cool while they’re at it.
Meet The Legends And VIPs Of Singapore’s Nightlife Scene
The 17 individuals spotlighted here span decades in the nightlife scene, from seasoned veterans to newer faces deeply immersed in music and dance. Their ventures range from neighbourhood bars to multi-concept spaces and pop-up parties, all making a major impact in the past year. What unites them: they’re reshaping party culture for the future – bumping it, as Charli XCX would say.
Meet The Singapore Creatives Driving Cultural Projects With Impact
The initiatives featured here represent Singapore’s growth into a world-class creative city with a unique identity. Established no earlier than 2021, many recently, they have significantly shaped both our cultural calendar and fabric, driven by ambition, community spirit, persistence, and purpose.
Learn The Secret To A Successful Business From Singapore’s Gen Z Bosses
Call them overachievers, the ultimate of multi-hyphenates and even – as they might say so themselves – a little bit nuts. Every one of the six Gen Z Singapore creatives in this story holds down multiple professions (including, for many of them, student); has launched at least one business largely on their own; and is only just getting started. We dug deeper to find out how they’re making it. Scroll on for a preview of who they are.