Now that travel is back on the agenda and holidays are on the horizon, it’s a good time to buy sandals and new dresses in Singapore. Life in a city with year-round hot weather requires plenty of ladies’ beachwear in flowy styles. So it may be time to upgrade your resort wear, even if you’re not jetting off on a plane. And never underestimate the importance of a flattering swimsuit and summery accessories to complete your look!
White Ginger
For ladies’ beachwear you can don on and off the sand, White Ginger has you covered. You’ll find plenty of stylish ideas in-store – from cute and casual to dressy and elegant. When packing for a trip, strategic pieces that are multi-purpose will free up much-needed space in your suitcase. Inherently feminine, the strapless St Tropez dress in a dazzling floral print is perfect poolside attire. And when the temperature drops, this versatile style doubles as a full-length skirt. It’s the ideal vacation piece.
A classic white dress is the kind of wardrobe chameleon that can go from day to night with nothing more than a swipe of red lipstick and a heel. It also lays the foundation for a summer accessory like a piece of colourful jewellery or a show-stopping hat. With beach totes and sandals, clothing and jewellery, White Ginger is a great place to go for dresses in Singapore. It has everything you’ll need for a summer in the sun.
#03-103 Tanglin Mall, and #02-06 i12 Katong
white-ginger.com
Juliette C
At Juliette C, the holiday mood is on! This brand’s resort wear collection can effortlessly take you from Bali to the Maldives, to Mykonos, or even just to Sentosa! Juliette C clothing is perfect for any dream destination where a gentle breeze blows through palm trees and sunbeams warm your skin.
Summer essential styles feature new floral designs in exclusive St Tropez hand block prints. This traditional printing technique not only looks beautiful, but it’s also ethical and sustainable. Using eco-friendly inks and a controlled amount of water for production, the non-toxic water leftover is then reused to irrigate plants and flowers.
Juliette C’s ladies’ beachwear collection plays with the natural shades of nature and summer; blue like the sky and the sea, pink like the flowers, green like palm leaves and yellow like the sun and the sand. Sit back and enjoy the sultry summer vibes in comfortable cotton dresses, skirts and playsuits that keep you looking chic and elegant.
Cluny Court Level 2, 501 Bukit Timah Road
8333 8705 | juliettec.com
Talk of Town
Bringing you some of the chicest brands in resort wear, Talk of Town is your go-to boutique when in search of comfortable yet trendy apparel. Dive into the world of Miss June Paris with stunning bohemian inspired tops, seasonal favourites and dresses in Singapore.
The fabulously bold prints and well-cut styles will make you happy all day. And the one-size-fits-all sizing on the dresses, tops and kaftans makes this ladies’ beachwear collection a no-brainer. Update and elevate your vacation look now with this gorgeous collection!
#02-145 Tanglin Mall, 163 Tanglin Road
8186 0702 | talkoftownsg.com
Indosole
Since 2009, Indosole has repurposed over 120,000 used indestructible tyres from Indonesian landfill into the soles of some of the most durable footwear around. Not only responsibly made, this brand of sandals is also 100 percent waterproof and vegan. The minimalist design provides all-day comfort with a natural rubber midsole, moulded arch support and dream cloud comfort straps. Every pair of sandals wears in beautifully from the moment you put them on.
You’d be hard pressed to find a pair of flip-flops with a better grip on every kind of surface – perfect for everyday adventures in Singapore, days by the pool, and summer holidays at the beach.
As a member of One Percent for the Planet, and a certified B Corporation, this brand is part of a fast-growing number of businesses that strive to balance profit and purpose. The Indosole Mission is to inspire people to live a more fulfilled and conscious life with every step and be part of the solution to a cleaner and more sustainable future.
8893 3298 | indosole.com.sg
Sandbar Swimwear
Founded and designed in Singapore by a family passionate about saving the ocean, this brand has a great range of swimwear in fabulous tropical prints. Made from recycled plastic bottles, each piece is super soft, high quality and UPF 50. Plus, every item sold removes 1kg of ocean plastic across Southeast Asia.
The fun part is that you can dress in matching prints as a whole family! And you can personalise your swimsuits with your name. Sandbar Swimwear’s range includes women’s reversible bikinis, men’s embroidered shorts, kids’ rash vests, shorts and girl’s surf-suits. Later this year, the brand will be launching men’s rash vests and women’s surf-suits – so watch this space!
#02-155 Tanglin Mall, 163 Tanglin Road
8951 2993 | wearesandbar.com
Binary Style
Jazz up your look with 100 percent silk kaftan tops and tunics from homegrown Singapore brand Binary Style. This quintessentially chic tropical wear brand features prints inspired by a city surrounded by nature – emblazoned by flora, fauna and Singaporean architecture.
You’ll find flowy numbers to take you from brunch by day to dinner by night. Pair the kaftan tops with flared pants or leggings for a casual look or simply accessorise with a pair of statement earrings and you’re set for an evening on the town. Binary Style’s new resort wear pieces are also perfect items to pack for your next dreamy tropical holiday.
binarystyle.co
Stockists:
Design Orchard, 250 Orchard Road
#03-07 Binary Style Studio, 111 Middle Road (by appointment)
Akosée
Akosée offers a beautiful range of resort wear and lightweight city summer dresses in Singapore. All the pieces are thoughtfully designed to suit the modern woman’s busy lifestyle. With a focus on natural and sustainable fabrics, this brand has invested significantly in research on the suitability of fabrics for optimal comfort in hot climates.
Akosée’s clothing is made using a combination of modal, cotton, linen, Econyl and Oeko-Tex 100 certified silk. This brand’s got you covered for timeless classics such as signature shirt dresses and statement kimonos. Known for its striking prints and high quality fabric, Akosée aims to deliver distinctive style options that you won’t find elsewhere.
akosee.com
Singapore stockists:
Design Orchard, 250 Orchard Road
#B1-06 Therapy Market, Wheelock Place
What Women Want, 299 Joo Chiat Road
Summery The Label
The vision of Summery The Label is simple: to create well-designed, responsibly-made pieces that will have a place in your wardrobe for years to come. Every piece is at once classic, timeless and modern. Launched in December 2022, this brand is a conscious and ethical women’s label made from luxurious linens – the perfect fabric for ladies’ beachwear.
The capsule collection has been carefully crafted to be trans seasonal – to effortlessly take you from poolside to candlelight. Each piece is ethically made and consciously designed to have a lower impact on the environment. It’s soft on the skin and kind to the planet!
summerythelabel.com
Stockists:
What Women Want, 299 Joo Chiat Road
Silk Walk, #03-101 Tanglin Mall
zerrin.com
She Creates Stories
Offering a selection of the best Aussie boutique brands, She Creates Stories is a one-stop bohemian fashion paradise in Asia. Founded by Rebecca Metcalfe in 2021, this brand now stocks over 30 Australian labels with a focus on resort wear and breathable fabrics.
Shop cult Australian labels like Spell, Tigerlily and Mahli the Label. This curated collection of designers brings you beautiful maxi dresses in Singapore, stylish top and bottoms sets, swimwear and accessories right to your door. We like the speedy delivery within one to three business days, and the free shipping for orders over $150. Better still, She Creates Stories stocks some items up to a size 20!
9667 9907 | hello@shecreatesstories.com
shecreatesstories.com
Fly Flot Sandals
Offering all-round comfort and style, these sandals are the perfect complement to ladies’ beachwear. They are made with sustainable and environmentally friendly development (including a solar-energy powered factory in Italy). This was the first European brand to make sandals with ecological waterblown polyurethane foam. Today, you’ll find items in the catalogue made from recycled PET, natural animal and vegetable fibrous materials.
#02-11 Raffles City Shopping Centre | 6255 5638
#02-15 Tanglin Mall | 6835 2702
#03-10 Wheelock Place | 6887 3136
Customer Service Retail Shop: #01-05 Tai Lee Industrial Building | 6970 7569
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This article first appeared in the May 2023 edition of Expat Living. You can purchase the latest issue or subscribe, so you never miss a copy!
