We all want to feel comfortable in steamy Singapore, but that doesn’t mean we have to sacrifice style in our wardrobes. Here’s some versatile smart casual wear for women and gents in Singapore, including accessories for any occasion and casual shoes.
White Ginger’s cool smart casual wear for women
For a fresh take on casual wear, take a look at the colourful collection of easy-to-wear separates and dresses at White Ginger, a popular brand with a flagship store located at Tanglin Mall.
Decked out in dopamine-boosting colours, its range of throw-over dresses will instantly elevate your daytime wardrobe. Pair them with a simple tote 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 is easy, too. You can get this casual wear in Singapore with free island-wide delivery, or visit the physical store in Tanglin Mall.
#03-103 Tanglin Mall, 163 Tanglin Road
9093 0093 | white-ginger.com
Juliette C slow fashion from work to play
If you’ve got a day at work with a social gathering to follow, Juliette C offers smart casual wear for women that’s 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. These 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, Juliette C is all about slow fashion. That is, limited collections of timeless and conscious pieces, created to resist the test of time and trend. This smart casual wear for women 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 or at Tanglin Mall.
#02-146 Tanglin Mall, 163 Tanglin Rd
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Talk of Town accessories and smart casual wear for women
Also at Tanglin Mall, Talk of Town is a ladies’ apparel wear store and demi-fine jewellery boutique, where you can shop 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. Pieces run the gamut from embellished denim to sun dresses.
Also on offer is a “permanent jewellery” concept offered at the on-site Sparking Studio. Here, the team custom-fits and welds 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.
#02-145 Tanglin Mall, 163 Tanglin Road
8186 0702 talkoftownsg.com
Style and comfort combo – casual shoes
For a pair of casual shoes that can take you from brunch to pool party in Singapore, check out the lovely espadrilles all handcrafted in Spain from Bastide Colombe. This Cluny Court boutique offers a variety of footwear designs, from wedges and heels to sandals, all made with natural materials like organic jute, luxurious leathers and organic cotton. Throw on a pair to jazz up your smart casual look!
Dapper casual wear for men
For gents in Singapore, having a wardrobe of lightweight shirts or polos in quality cotton or linen is key to keeping cool. CYC offers plenty of ready-made options, from classic and printed short-sleeve shirts made from fine Egyptian cotton to polo shirts designed with collars that won’t roll or stretch after each wash. You can also stock up on CYC’s 1935 men’s T-shirts. They’re made with breathable cotton jersey knit in all your favourite colours – there are 24 to choose from!
Casual wear shirts – custom made!
Aside from off-the-rack options, men in Singapore can also get their casual wear shirts custom-made at Meiko Tailor. Here, you’ll find fine shirting fabric from European mills in Italy and Switzerland, featuring brands like Alumo, Albini/Thomas Mason Group and Loro Piana. Plus, there’s a wide range of avant-garde geometric printed fabric from Liberty London to be turned into statement shirts.
Elegant yet casual shoes for men and women
What’s a casual chic look without equally stylish shoes to match? Marina Square boutique Vincitore Shoes offers a great range of styles – both casual and formal, for men and women – all crafted by artisans in Italy and Spain. For gents, founder Nita Chauhan recommends a good pair of burgundy loafers. “They offer a level of sophistication while also being comfortable for extended wear. Loafers are easy to slip on and off too, making them a convenient choice for gatherings.” For the ladies, we love Vincitore’s mules and slingbacks, perfect for injecting a touch of glam to your casual wear look in Singapore.
This article first appeared in Expat Living magazine. You can purchase the latest issue or subscribe so you never miss a copy!
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