Gone are the days where we’d spend hundreds if not thousands of pesos on flashy outfits we use only once and bury at the back of our wardrobes. Budget-conscious Pinoys now know the importance of building wardrobe basics and acquiring clothing you can mix and match with everything else in your closet. That’s why Uniqlo has been a huge hit. But if you’re looking for something more stylish (let’s admit it, Uniqlo could sometimes get a bit too basic), you might want to look into the thriving Singapore local fashion scene. Singaporean fashion and lifestyle brands champion timeless OOTDs in muted colors and flattering silhouettes, built for everyday wear. Here are the best ones:

Love, Bonito

Does Love, Bonito even need any introductions? They are one of the Singaporean lifestyle and fashion brands that have taken the world by storm. Eighteen years since it was founded, the brand now has multiple physical stores worldwide. At Love, Bonito, you can find a wide selection of fashion essentials in high-quality fabric and timeless designs. Whether you’re looking for solid-colored basics to wear to the office or want pops of color in your wardrobe perfect for all seasons, Love, Bonito might just have what you need.

Beyond the Vines

Although they only launched in 2015, Beyond the Vines products have already become quite an accessory staple. Their functional Dumpling Bag is the talk of the town! It comes in a variety of colors with spacious compartments, plus it can fold into a pouch when not in use. Another bestseller is their stylish Poofy Bag (you’re lucky if you can snap one of these up since they sell out pretty quickly). Beyond the Vines also has a clothing line of boxy silhouettes in muted tones and a new footwear collection to complete the look.

The Paper Bunny

The Paper Bunny is a lifestyle brand that offers curated pieces for everyday wear. They have a small clothing collection that consists of resort wear, tees, and muscle tops. They also have a range of caps and the coolest foldable bucket hats you’d want to take with you anywhere. However, we’d have to say the best goodies you can get from The Paper Bunny are their bags. Choose from a variety of cute Puffer Shopper bags, Mini Cruise Crossbody bags, Utility Laptop bags, and a beautiful Bottle Buddy bag for your tumbler and basic essentials. While you’re adding things to cart, you might also want to add their stationeries to your haul!

The Tinsel Rack

Looking to upgrade your wardrobe with youthful pieces? Singapore fashion brand The Tinsel Rack is a great place to start. You can find playful styles and closet staples in solid, muted colors. Button-down shirts, statement tees, bodysuits, culottes, pants, dresses — you name it, The Tinsel Rack might just have it. Their prices range from SGD 24 to SGD 70, which is already a steal considering you get the quality that you pay for.

The Editor’s Market

The Editor’s Market works with wardrobe essentials, clean silhouettes, and pieces you can mix and match. Their philosophy is creating timeless designs to last you years. Check out their collection of dresses so versatile, you can wear them anywhere — to the office, on a date, to a summer picnic, or even to casual hangouts with your friends. You’ll also find a variety of tops, pants, jumpsuits, outerwear, and more when you browse through their collections.

And if you can’t fly to Singapore to visit their store, you’d be glad to know The Editor’s Market has physical stores in the Philippines at Glorietta, SM Aura, and Podium.

In Good Company

If you’re looking for outfits that scream “girl boss,” getting a wardrobe update full of In Good Company pieces is a good way to start. This Singaporean lifestyle and fashion brand offers a line-up of chic garments in different fabrics — rayon, cotton, denim, linen, and more. Their pieces mostly come in solid colors, a perfect opportunity to spruce up your look with the brand’s iconic jewelry collection.

Kydra

Aside from stores offering classic, timeless outfits, Singapore also boasts of good activewear brands including Kydra. What started as a digital-only brand in 2017 successfully expanded into a physical store in the heart of Singapore’s shopping district. Grab matching activewear sets and accessories like caps, nylon tote bags, and reversible bucket hats. If you’re not flying to Singapore anytime soon, don’t worry. You can shop via Kydra’s website and opt for international shipping!

Our Second Nature

Our Second Nature offers a small collection of curated pieces for everyday wear. They currently have wrap maxi dresses, jumpsuits, high-waisted shorts, and knit tops in their selection. Their menswear line offers equally sensible closet must-haves too such as long-sleeve shirts, linen pieces These range from SGD 55 to SGD 109 which is already a great price to pay for investing in quality fuss-free pieces.

What are your other favorite Singaporean lifestyle brands? Share it with us in the comments!

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