Casual wear for women & men: be comfortable and still look cool!

We all want to feel comfortable in steamy Singapore, but that doesn’t mean we have to sacrifice style in our wardrobes. Try these versatile casual wear in Singapore for women and men, and casual shoes for a chic and sophisticated vibe for any occasion!

Style and comfort combo – casual shoes

Fly Flot is on a mission to combine customer well-being with sustainable development. For instance, the company’s Isorella production facility is powered by solar energy, and its packaging is made of recycled paper and cardboard.

Made in Italy, the latest Fly Flot casual shoes line is characterised by the “wrapping” anatomy of the non-slip sole which, combined with an anti-shock insole, ensures comfort at every step. The “airflot” lining, thanks to its breathability and absorbency, keeps the foot cool and dry even on the warmest days, a huge plus in the balmy Singapore weather!

Finally, the wide range of colour combinations and materials used for the uppers lend a distinctive style to each model, leaving you spoilt for choice. They’re also easy to pair with a summer dress or loose-fit pants. If you’re looking for both style and comfort, this may just be the casual shoes for you.

Fly Flot casual shoes are available at Wheelock Place, OG People’s Park, OG Albert Complex, Lazada and ​​flyflot.com.sg.

Convertible clothing – casual wear for women & men

Binary Style is a lifestyle brand specialising in conversational prints. This casual wear brand in Singapore is founded by twin sisters Santhi and Sari Tunas who are trained architects and huge nature lovers. It showcases the intersection of architecture and nature with an unmistakably tropical hint.

If you’re looking for one apparel piece that can take you from a poolside café brunch a to casual dinner or even a chilly cinema halls, look no further than Binary Style’s scardigan. A convertible scarf that can be turned into chic flowy cardigan, it combines a chic yet casual look. Featuring Binary Style’s signature prints inspired by local architecture and nature, scardigans are already a statement piece in many wardrobes – and they’ve garnered rave reviews from customers along the way. For the upcoming Lunar New Year collection, you can also find the new unisex Kakee shirts featuring cute rabbits and Bukit Timah fauna.

Shop online or in-person by appointment at the studio at the National Design Centre. Select pieces are also available at Design Orchard, Badt and Co boutiques, and Embrace+ at Tanglin Mall. binarystyle.co

A long-time favourite – easy-to-wear casual fashion

For a fresh take on casual wear, look no further than the colourful collection of easy-to-wear separates and dresses at White Ginger. With this year’s opening of an outlet at i12 Katong, East Coasters now have access to this popular brand right on their doorstep.

Decked out in dopamine-boosting colours, the new range of comfy joggers will elevate your off-duty wardrobe. Pair them with a simple tee and trainers for instant urban chic.

Known for being “always a pleasure to wear”, the White Ginger clothing collection is kept invigorated by new additions. With its relaxed silhouettes and the breeziest of fabrics, comfort dressing has never been easier.

Shopping online at is easy, with free island-wide delivery, or visit the physical stores in Tanglin Mall or Katong. white-ginger.com

From office to out-and-about – casual wear for women

If you’ve got a day at work with a social gathering to follow, Capsule by Juliette offers casual wear essentials that are versatile, sharp and chic. Designer Juliette’s mission is to dress women from AM to PM, enabling them to feel at ease without compromising on style and elegance.

The brand is known for both its elevated basics and its iconic jumpsuits, which can be styled up with a jacket and accessories, or dressed down for an off-duty look. Each season comes with new prints, exclusively made and designed to add flavour to the monochromatic pieces of the collections.

Inspired by women and nature, Capsule by Juliette is all about slow fashion – that is, limited collections of timeless and conscious pieces, created to resist the test of time and trend. This casual wear in Singapore is ideal for busy, multifaceted women who enjoy wearing pieces that are comfortable enough for travel or play, formal enough for professional meetings, and elegant and sophisticated for nights out.

Browse the collection online at capsulebyjuliette.com or in the Cluny Court boutique at Level 2, Unit 02, 501 Bukit Timah Road. instagram.com/capsulebyjuliette

New conversation piece – casual wear with accessories

Opened in Tanglin Mall in August, Talk of Town is a ladies’ apparel wear store and demi-fine jewellery boutique, where you can shop from a specially curated line of Canadian, American and European designs. The store aims to be every fashionista’s “go-to” for its diverse selection of trendy and timeless styles, running the gamut from embellished denim to sun dresses.

Also on offer is a “permanent jewellery” concept offered at the on-site Sparking Studio, where they custom-fit and weld chains selected by customers in either gold or silver. The finished product is safely welded on your wrist with no clasp, and requires no maintenance; you also have the option of adding charms. It can serve as a gift for yourself, a partner or a family member for any time, or for a special occasion such as a birthday, Valentine’s Day or bridal shower.

Elsewhere in store, you’ll find brands such as their own demi-fine silver and gold jewellery line Fervor Montreal, well-known European womenswear Y.A.S, and the exclusive Lace apparel range, designed and made in Greece with feminine Mediterranean-inspired styles. Talk of Town is an easy one-stop destination for sorting your casual wear and semi-formal wardrobe needs.

Find Talk of Town at 163 Tanglin Road, #02-145.

This article first appeared in the November 2022 edition of Expat Living. You can purchase the latest issue or subscribe, so you never miss a copy!