A Guide To Shopping Vintage Watches & Jewellery in Singapore
Want to invest in vintage but no idea where to start? We've rounded up the best spots in Singapore to shop preloved jewellery and watches sustainably and stylishly.
Looking for standout accessories that don’t just sparkle but also tell a story? Whether you're on the hunt for a great deal or celebrating a special something (or someone), we’ve rounded up the best spots in Singapore to shop one-of-a-kind vintage jewellery for every kind of budget.
For Bargain-Lovers And Treasure-Seekers At Heart
A gem for the east-siders, The Retro Factory is the place to be if you're on the hunt for a piece of the past.
THE RETRO FACTORY
Who’s behind it:
A passionate vintage collector and seasoned market curator since the 1990s, 55-year-old bank officer Gary Tan has played a key role in reviving Singapore’s antique and vintage scene. He launched the now-iconic Katong Square Lifestyle & Vintage Market in 2016, and later established the Katong Square Antique Centre in 2023. “Living and breathing markets is part of my DNA,” says Tan, who sees vintage markets as treasure troves for collectors. “There’s a magical gorgeousness in preserving a vintage heirloom for the next generation,” he adds.
What to expect:
The Katong Square Antique Centre features permanent vendors offering vintage watches, jewellery and other collectables, while its bimonthly market introduces a mix of regular and new vendors — ensuring fresh finds at every edition. Tan has amassed an impressive collection over four decades, sourcing pieces from Europe, the USA, Australasia and across the region.
Katong Square has become a go-to destination for vintage jewellery lovers, with standout pieces including lockets, rolled gold Victorian styles, mid-century diamante and rhinestone accessories, Alpaca silver, and retro 1980s designs. Gen Z shoppers are particularly drawn to bold, eclectic pieces from the '70s, '80s and '90s. Prices range from as little as $10 to several hundred dollars, depending on the piece’s rarity, origin, materials and gemstones.
Whether you're a casual shopper or a serious collector, expect authentic, artisanal jewellery that evokes a nostalgic sense of deja vu — like holding a memory in your hands. Trade-ins are accepted on a conditional basis for those looking to part with pieces from their own collections.
Where to get it:
The Katong Square Antique Centre is open daily from 12pm to 7pm (closed on Mondays). The Katong Square Lifestyle & Vintage Market takes place twice a month, on the first and third weekends. For updates on upcoming editions, follow them on Instagram.
Stepping into La Vie feels like entering a time capsule, every corner brimming with nostalgia, charm, and stories of eras past.
LA VIE
Who’s behind it:
Founded in 1991 by Lucia Chiang and her former classmate, La Vie began as a modern clothing boutique at Forum Galleria and later Orchard Towers. When Lucia had to take over the business solo, she gave it new life — transforming it into a charming trove of vintage finds, handmade clothing, crafts and crystals. Now run from her home (her abode doubles up as the shop space) with long-time colleague Janet Yeo, La Vie has become a deeply personal space — a love letter to the past where craftsmanship, memory and culture meet.
What to expect:
Tucked away in a row of old shophouses, La Vie’s cosy interiors brim with bold, eclectic jewellery — from chunky glass pendants and statement necklaces to rings, bangles, brooches and intricately embellished earrings. Lucia curates each piece with flair, often sourcing from across Asia. Expect butterfly and floral motifs, vivid colour palettes and oversized gems that make every outfit pop. It’s a maximalist’s dream, with prices starting from just six dollars.
Where to get it:
Visit the shop at 5 Spottiswoode Park Road on Mondays and Thursdays, from 2pm to 6pm.
For Those Who Love A Custom Moment
Alles Seinn adds a modern twist to a timeless classic in their Collection VI, featuring an upcycled Seiko watch.
ALLES SEINN
Who’s behind it:
Alles Seinn began as a father-daughter love for vintage and evolved into a watch brand founded by Ng Wen Fang. She started out upcycling jewellery in 2021 as a first-year NUS student before pivoting to watches in 2023. Driven by a passion for sustainability, Ng sources vintage watch heads and handcrafts straps from second-hand beads.
What to expect:
Every piece is carefully made — from restoring Japanese watch heads (like Seiko, Citizen and Alba) to hand-assembling straps using gold-filled or 925 silver wires. Ng’s designs range from timeless to playful and are all backed by a lifetime warranty.
She also revamps sentimental watches with custom straps, working closely with clients to bring their ideas to life — from mood boards to mock-ups. For full customs, you can select from 15 watch heads and design a strap from scratch.
Prices typically range from $90 to $150, depending on movement, brand, and design. Customisation adds $20.
Where to get it:
To shop, you can browse available designs on Alles Seinn’s Instagram account. Custom orders can be placed through the link in their bio.
Think vintage designs are outdated? This DIY workshop lets you remix the past by customising necklaces with charming throwback trinkets, and no two pieces are alike.
ECHO VINTAGE
Who’s behind it:
Founded in 2023 by Singapore-based, China-born entrepreneur Echo Wang, Echo Vintage is the result of her long-time love for vintage jewellery. A passionate collector in her 40s, Echo travels the world to unearth hidden gems from antique dealers, flea markets, and boutiques across Europe, the Americas and beyond. “Each discovery feels like a serendipitous encounter, full of character and history,” she says. “What we share with our customers is more than just jewellery—it’s a story you can wear, a small fragment of time made timeless again.”
What to expect:
Tucked away in the buzzy Joo Chiat neighbourhood, the shop is brimming with jewellery laid out in trinket boxes and styled across charming shelves. Regulars love their minimalist, sculptural finds from the 1970s—think vintage Celine, YSL and Monet. Romantic styles featuring floral motifs, baroque detailing, pearls and crystals appeal to fans of dainty, feminine pieces.
Prices range from $50 to $120 for entry-level designs, with most under $150. Rarer designer items and statement pieces can go into the hundreds or thousands, depending on global market trends, sourcing, condition, and storytelling value. Echo Vintage also runs a jewellery exchange programme, accepting select pieces that align with the brand’s aesthetic and pass evaluation for material, age, authenticity and wear.
Feeling crafty? Sign up for their Vintage DIY Jewellery Workshop, where you can create your own necklace or bracelet using original parts sourced from UK jewellery component factories dating back to the 1940s–1970s. P.S. You might just spot a rare designer handbag up for grabs too.
Where to get it:
Drop by #01-15, 392 Joo Chiat Road to browse their selection of gems, or send a DM to their Instagram account to book a slot for their DIY workshop.
Luxe Options To Celebrate An Occasion
From nostalgic childhood characters to sleek, modern-looking pieces that elevate any smart outfit, Naked Glory offers something for every style and mood.
NAKED GLORY
Who’s behind it:
What started as a chance encounter at a wet market has grown into a cult-favourite vintage watch business. Graphic designer Yoko Yeap, 36, first fell for timepieces from the 1980s after stumbling upon a pop-up by a local watchmaker—and ended up buying out his stock. Soon, she was meeting other watchmakers across the island, and in 2011, Naked Glory was born. Today, the brand boasts over 25K Instagram followers and recently showed at Boutiques Fair. Each watch is ultrasonically cleaned, inspected, and tested for at least two weeks before being released.
What sets them apart? Their “Franken-watches”. With their expert knowledge in fixing timepieces, not only are they able to offer a one year warranty on watch mechanisms and batteries (a rarity in the vintage scene), but they’ve also created unique pieces from salvaging and assembling different vintage parts curated over a decade.
Who says growing up means leaving the fun behind? These watches bring a playful throwback to your childhood—with a stylish twist.
What to expect:
Playful nostalgia meets timeless style. Think comfort characters like Winnie the Pooh, Alice in Wonderland and classic Disney icons, reimagined as wearable art. Gen Z fans also love the pieces with quirky chain straps shaped like hearts or bows. For something more understated, there’s a line featuring vintage dials set in new frames, priced at $55.
Vintage pieces typically range from $100 to $1,000, with most around $245. Occasional trade-ins are also accepted.
Where to get it:
Add to cart directly on the Naked Glory website, or keep an eye out for their week-long pop-ups, usually held every month in Orchard.
Dripping with history and quiet elegance, Eye Of The Cat Jewellery turns sentimental heirlooms into everyday statements.
EYE OF THE CAT JEWELLERY
Who’s behind it:
Model-turned-entrepreneur Jennifer Banse founded Eye of the Cat Jewellery in 2020 after a six-year deep dive into antique and vintage jewellery during her time in New York. Her obsession with trinkets began while browsing the city’s flea markets and antique stores. She returned to Singapore in 2021, bringing her curated collection with her.
What to expect:
From teddy bear and horseshoe charm pendants to sentimental lockets and Lover’s Eye bracelets, each piece comes steeped in history. The collection spans the Edwardian, Victorian and Georgian eras, as well as Art Deco and Art Nouveau styles.
One standout? An Edwardian locket engraved “Clara to Ben”, containing two black-and-white photos (pictured above) —one of a couple in an embrace, the other of a baby. “I like to believe Clara gave him this locket to keep his family close while he was away on duty,” Banse shares. The starburst-set diamond on the locket symbolises the North Star—a motif of hope and safe return in Victorian and Edwardian jewellery.
Prices range from around $190 for charms and small pendants to over $6,000 for rare heirlooms, with most pieces between $500 and $1,500.
Where to get it:
Browse the Eye Of The Cat Jewellery website for a treat, or stay tuned to their Instagram for the occasional pop-up.
From Tiffany & Co. to Van Cleef & Arpels, Revival Jewels is a gold mine when it comes to luxurious vintage and antique jewellery.
REVIVAL VINTAGE JEWELS & OBJECTS
Who’s behind it:
With 15 years at Christie’s under her belt—including senior specialist roles in New York and Paris—Brenda Kang, 54, is a bona fide authority on antique and vintage jewellery. In 2013, she founded Revival Vintage Jewels & Objects, one of Singapore’s first vintage jewellery boutiques, bringing her expertise in rare gems and storied objects to collectors here. Her career has seen her handle treasures from billionaires and icons like Elizabeth Taylor.
Revival’s curation spans eras and aesthetics—from Victorian gold and Edwardian diamonds to contemporary pieces by heritage jewellers from Paris, London and New York. “We don’t just seek out beautiful pieces,” Kang shares. “We look for jewellery with character, soul and lasting value.”
What to expect:
Alongside classics from Cartier and Tiffany & Co., Revival also offers holy grail pieces by modern master jewellers like JAR, Hemmerle, Forms, Bhagat, Sabba and Theodoros—names revered by in-the-know collectors.
Prices range from US$1,990 (S$2,690) for an antique bloodstone vinaigrette to over US$260,000 (S$351,000) for a pair of Van Cleef & Arpels ‘Mystery Set’ sapphire and diamond earrings. Most pieces fall between US$10,000 (S$13,500) to US$20,000 (S$27,000).
Where to get it:
Shop their extensive collection of accessories, objects and ornaments on their website, or book an appointment for a private viewing session in-store at #04-05B Wheelock Place.