STREET STYLE

As part of a project for school, I had to go around taking photos of people who were (in my opinion) well-dressed. It didn't seem like an easy feat because this is Singapore we're talking about, where the standard dress-code for the unforgiving and unpredictable weather seems to be a simple combination of tee-shirts, shorts and slippers. But to my surprise there were quite a few people who were decked out in outfits that were well-put-together, different and intriguing. It definitely wasn't easy--maybe because I'm picky or I wasn't where all the fashionable people were--and the photos below were taken over a course of 4 days in various locations. But it's good to know that there is a group of Singaporeans, if limited, with good style and taste. Here are my picks:

TOPSHOP KNIGHTSBRIDGE, 16/03/11

I like how his punk edge contrasts with her cute-as-a-button look. And he's wearing a harness!



Fringe details--I couldn't figure out whether this was a separate piece, or part of her top. Great for layering, nonetheless.

Black doesn't have to be boring: she's wearing all black but in different textures--leather for the collar, shaggy for the top, and a matte faux leather for the tights.

ION ORCHARD, 17/03/11

I like how her headband, wallet and Doc Martens add pops of colour to an otherwise monochromatic outfit.



My kind of look--boho meets gypsy meets grunge.

ORCHARD ROAD/SOMERSET, 17/03/11

Dashes of hot pink bring this outfit to a whole new level. That naked lady brooch adds a touch of playfulness to the ensemble, and he's wearing a black hairband and bowtie if you can't see.

I salute this girl for wearing a safari jacket in this weather. The untucked hood of her hoodie contributes another layer of contrast.

SOMERSET, 18/03/11

Striking tights instead of plain black ones make this outfit so much more interesting.

FLEA MARKET, NEAR TANGLIN MALL, 19/03/11

Kudos again for wearing a fringed scarf in this heat. Even her umbrella matches her outfit, while her off-white, lace-up canvas shoes spell utilitarian chic.



The girl on the right makes use of a leather harness (new trend?) as the perfect way to dress up an otherwise plain black maxi dress. Love her patent burgundy boots as well.

I have some other pictures that I may post up at a later date. Seeing style like this gives me reassurance that Singapore isn't all dead when it comes to fashion.