@nine.livez Inspired By Army Vest-Slack
One-step-ahead trendy in Singapore
Korean streetwear.
I went there for 18 days. Their clothes are affordable, have good design, quality: thisisneverthat, Labros, Ader Error.
Subtle, clean, fluid.
Most do basics, i.e. t-shirts, hoodies, branded with small logos. I’m conscious of their cutting, neckline, fits.
Even stores on the street sell nice clothes.
It’s what look goods on asians. Appropriated western culture.
Korean music videos, Instagram accounts help their fashion gain influence.
How to be trendy for the future?
Look back. What’s been trendy before will be trendy again.
Future trends are based on current styles. Japanese brands will become a thing as a result of vintage clothing hype. Guys are wearing crossbody bags; 2019 will be the year they wear female jewellery.
See what celebrities wear internationally, brands produce. There’s direction. Calvin Klein 205w39nyc (under Raf Simons) have proposed the cowboy aesthetic. Dior Homme (under Kim Jones) is old-school futuristic.
Singapore is slow, “safe.” Then there are people who always dress differently, others who stay true to one style.
Is being different in Singapore, i.e. following overseas trends, valid?
Yes. A trend may not suit everyone. You need to step out of your comfort zone to try trends. Streetwear might be trendy, but if it’s not your thing and you try it, you’re pushing yourself.
Fashion’s “comfort zone” and your “comfort zone” could be, are different.
Reliable sources of cool.
When I see someone wearing something unexpected and looks good wearing it, I’ll want to try it. I’ve been inspired by army vest-slack: shirt tucked in cargo pants.
Is dressing up a phase?
It’s enjoyment, relieves stress. The style might change, but dressing up won’t.
