The perpetual summer in Singapore is always a good reason to add more lightweight and airy dresses to your wardrobe. We pick the best from Singapore-based designers.
Left-right: Hansel, Ong Shunmugam, Al & Alicia
Summer may be over in other parts of the world, but here in Singapore, our seasons are defined by torrential rain or raging sunshine. As December approaches, more downpours are expected, but that is not to say that the sun will shy completely away. We pick a few weather-appropriate frocks by local designers to see you through those sweet balmy days.
Hansel Fairy Lights printed maxi dress
This white printed number from Hansel is just the right touch of whimsy and features fairy lights juxtaposed against the crisp white backdrop of the maxi dress.
Available at www.ilovehansel.com.
Al & Alicia Summer’s End panel dress in misty blue
Pastel colours can easily head into the ‘excessively saccharine’ territory, but this Al & Alicia frock manages to avoid that and even makes us want to prance across rose gardens in joy. The pale yellow colour panels add an oomph of pizzazz into what might otherwise be another plain ol’ floral dress.
Available at www.alandalicia.com/store.
Ong Shunmugam dress
Sartorial nods to the traditional Chinese cheongsam are evident in this dress from Ong Shunmugam's Madness & Civilisation collection. Both madness and civilisation are interpreted in this outfit – the intertwining colours of yellow and blue, and even a hint of green weave an interesting combination, while the structured shape provides a civilised order that might otherwise descend into chaos. Perfect for a day of camping out in the fields or twirling on the beach.
Available at www.ongshunmugam.com.
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