Experience Singapore even in these unprecedented times via eight unique labels, each with its own story to tell.

Singapore is undeniably top of mind when it comes to hunting for a premium shopping experience that&rsquo;s just a hop and skip away from our own shores. In this era of limited travel, though, it&rsquo;s not quite possible to simply jet over &mdash; still, there are ways to sample the Lion City&rsquo;s best fashion finds even at home.
Effortless elegance is the key phrase driving today&rsquo;s Singaporean labels; combine that with earth-conscious design and you have a recipe for sustainable style. The country is brimming with local, independent designers who pride themselves on creating stylish, top-quality pieces, so here, we round up eight brands that champion timelessness, sustainability, and purpose-driven retail. And yes, they ship to the Philippines.

Drawing inspiration from the &lsquo;divine creator&rsquo;, the original spirit of ELOHIM is enfolded into the geometric features and connectedness of its enduring brand mark. Designed by Winnie Wu of award-winning studiokaleido, it retains the minimalist and structural qualities associated with the brand, continuing to explore the interplay between menswear and womenswear. Its audience? The strong, progressive woman who desires both practicality and distinctive expression in her stylistic choices.

Reckless Ericka&rsquo;s distinctive, spirited collections are designed in-house, with emphasis on quality craftsmanship and responsible production. This is a constant narrative for the brand, which focuses on creating a mindful business that offers an alternative voice to fast fashion, where clothing is both affordable and long-lasting.

A Singaporean luxury resortwear brand that has branched out to beach capitals like Bali and the Maldives, K.BLU approaches swimwear and loungewear with inclusivity in mind: their pieces are available in UK and AU sizing up to size 18. Recognizing that good fit is important for women of all body types to be confident in resort clothing, K.BLU zeroes in on quality details such as lining, proper wiring, anti-slip silicone, strong sports bands, and soft, wearable fabrics.

For the designer Ying&rsquo;s eponymous brand, fashion is wearable art &mdash; manifested either through her delicate hand-painted pieces or through nature-friendly materials that are specially sourced and dyed. Art is also often a result of creative collaboration, and Ying the Label embodies that by its impressive roster of partnerships with a wide spectrum of partners: in 2020, Ying released a limited-edition accessory collection with Singaporean jewelry brand RISIS. The brand also designed uniforms for Singapore&rsquo;s DBS Bank and, for Singapore&rsquo;s 56th anniversary, Ying collaborated with Very Special Arts Singapore, a charity that helps uplift persons with disabilities through the field of arts.

AKINN is the brainchild of Wykidd Song, a renowned Singapore designer most known for co-founding Song+Kelly, the first Singapore ready-to-wear brand sold in the likes of Harrods, Selfridges, and Barneys New York. With every collection, the label aims to take inspiration from the stories of individual creatives and the fashion industry at large.

A.Oei Studio&rsquo;s pieces are handmade in small batches in the studio or with independent seamstresses to ensure quality control and a fair manufacturing environment. &nbsp;Working with predominantly natural and biodegradable fabrics, the brand focuses on modern classics and specialty prints that are inspired by art, nature, and architecture.

After designer and founder Alicia Tsi delved deeper into the fashion supply chain, she uncovered a system that encourages a high disposal rate and turns a blind eye to the environmental and social cost of production. These dark truths propelled Alicia to create a fashion label that&rsquo;s better for the planet. The name Esse, which means 'existence' or 'to be', is derived from medieval Latin; it&rsquo;s a word that invites introspection, awareness, and discernment.

Founded in 2007, Stolen is an ode to feminine allure in all its strength and fragility. The brand derives its name from the teachings of Mahatma Gandhi, who proposed that taking more than what is needed equates to stealing, Founder Elyn Wong&rsquo;s designs are informed by her passion for architecture &mdash; particularly that of the Brutalist movement &mdash; and installation art, adopting a structured rather than decorative form.

Travel Vicariously to Singapore via These Eight Sustainable Fashion Brands

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