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This year’s Singapore Toy, Games and Comics Convention (STGCC) opened my eyes to many illustrators – besides Rex Regrets, there was also Muffinsaurs. I was intrigued at their set of stickers of the Avengers characters reimagined as corgis and kittens. By the end of the day, I had bought one of the corgi stickers for […]

Walking into ReSET’s cosy office just off Robertson Quay, I see a petite woman typing intensely, her brows furrowed in concentration. She doesn’t seem to notice my presence, but as soon as she finishes her sentence with a satisfied, triumphant last tap of a key, she turns to me and smiles warmly. She clears a […]

Some 12 years ago, Kenny Lim and Andrew Loh ventured into the fashion industry by accident. Back then, Kenny, an undergraduate from English Literature at NUS, worked as a copywriter while Andrew was a graphic designer.  The creative duo, who met while working in the advertising industry, felt stifled and discouraged. After leaving their careers […]

I was never an avid user of makeup, but that didn’t mean I lacked admiration for it. The pretty shades of lipstick, the ethereal glow of highlighters, the peachy blushes – makeup is an art form, but one I was never privy to. Of course, I’ve been exposed to many famous makeup brands. I was […]

Most Singaporeans have probably heard of MMA star Angela Lee who represents Singapore in fights. Aggressive and unstoppable, she opened the eyes of many Singaporeans to the power of female fighters. But, do you know that our tiny nation boasts other great female fighters too? Meet 26-year-old Natalie Soh, Master Trainer and co-founder of Encore […]

When we talk about body jewellery, we can safely assume that everyone has at least one. It could be a diamond pendant or gem stone earrings. Perhaps a Pandora bracelet, or even engraved wedding bands for a happy couple.  It doesn’t matter what kind you have, you definitely own some sort of body jewellery. But […]

I am sitting at Tiong Bahru Bakery near Holland Village MRT when Shavonne Wong enters the main door. We greet each other and settle down for the interview to begin. Shavonne Wong is an award-winning Singapore-based fashion photographer who happens to a returning guest photographer on Asia’s Next Top Model. Having won the Graphis Photography Annual […]

If the words ‘occupational therapy’ are foreign to you, fret not. It is an occupation that many aren’t aware of. 28-year-old Atiqah Haroidin is an occupational therapist in Singapore who had previously only known of the existence of two forms of therapies – physiotherapy and aromatherapy, but certainly not occupational therapy. For those who have yet […]

In light of the recent call to repeal Section 377A – the law that criminalizes consensual sex between two men – another law has been highlighted: Section 309 of the Penal Code, the law that attempted suicide is punishable with a year’s jail, or fine, or both. Initially unaware of such a law in Singapore, […]

Raise your hands if you’re wondering where 2018 went. But we’ve got zero time to waste –December is drenching us sweet, sweet fun. From festive markets to beach parties and New Year Eve blowouts, we’ve got you covered! 1. Christmas Wonderland 2018 Christmas Wonderland, Singapore’s biggest yuletide affair, will be back for its fifth edition with brand new […]