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		<title><![CDATA[Polymer Clay Jewelry, Anyone? Meet Singapore-based clay jewellery brand rae-clay]]></title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 26 Jun 2018 08:30:27 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Kanako Sugawara]]></dc:creator>
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		We sat down with Guada, the artist behind the polymer clay jewelry brand rae-clay, to learn more about the art of clay jewelry.<media:description><![CDATA[]]></media:description>												
								<content:encoded><![CDATA[ &#60;p&#62;Polymer clay jewelry and accessories are made by oven-baked clay, and serve as big and bright &#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/serial-shopper/shopping-guide/8-bold-wardrobe-pieces-adorned-with-big-buttons-159373.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown#item=1&#34;&#62;statement pieces&#60;/a&#62; that can spice up any understated outfit. Some established local polymer clay jewelry brands include the Lorem Ipsum Store, Knack.co, and Longue Vue Design. Even though clay jewelry might not the first thing you look for when looking for your next big accessory purchase, die-hard fans that swear by these beautifully &#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/serial-shopper/hot-stuff/get-creative-good-company-necklaces-52367.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown#item=1&#34;&#62;handmade products&#60;/a&#62; that can be uniquely yours (and yours only!). &#160;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;We sat down with Guada, the artist-slash-entrepreneur behind the local polymer clay jewelry brand rae-clay to take a behind-the-scenes look at the art of making clay jewelry and how she&#8217;s using her online platform to establish her new brand. &#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;em&#62;Note: Answers have been lightly edited for clarity. &#60;/em&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;strong&#62;MFA: Tell us a little bit about yourself. &#60;/strong&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;Guada: I&#8217;m Guada, and I&#8217;m a third year anthropology student at Yale-NUS College! I come from Argentina, but I&#8217;ve been living in Singapore for the past few years. I&#8217;ve always been very interested in art and art-making--I took art classes for 12 years before coming to college, and I&#8217;ve always been interested in finding new forms of art.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;span style=&#34;display: block;&#34; class=&#34;wrap-img&#34; id=&#34;wrap-img-317798&#34;&#62;&#60;img loading=&#34;lazy&#34; decoding=&#34;async&#34; itemprop=&#34;thumbnailUrl&#34; class=&#34;alignnone size-medium wp-image-317798 img-responsive &#34; src=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2018/06/35849136_10212697590970473_7811220028681879552_n-450x600.jpg&#34; alt=&#34;&#34; width=&#34;450&#34; height=&#34;600&#34; /&#62;&#60;/span&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;strong&#62;MFA: Tell us about rae-clay. How did this journey begin for you?&#60;/strong&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;Guada: I started rae-clay last October. The beginning of that year, I had taken an art class in college where we were encouraged to make art in accordance to a style that we had learned. One of the styles that really struck me was abstract expressionism, but at that point I was a bit tired of using traditional art materials like paint, canvas, or oil to represent that, and I wanted to explore something new. And at the same time, I had for years been looking for my own medium of art--I&#8217;ve dabbled in photography, dancing, and painting, but I just couldn&#8217;t find something that I could really stick to. &#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;After taking up pottery classes in my free time, I began growing fond of clay as a material because of its malleability and the fact that I was able to literally make something with my own hands. It was very therapeutic, and I could feel myself improving very quickly because I was so interested in it. To be honest, you become a little bit obsessed with clay and clay-making! &#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;One day, I went to go buy earrings for myself--I had wanted big, colorful statement pieces that stood out. But the only ones I wanted were from really expensive, brand-name stores and I couldn&#8217;t afford them. So I just decided to make them myself using polymer clay! I didn&#8217;t go well the first time--the colors didn&#8217;t turn up great, but I kept trying and I was eventually able to make something that I liked. &#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;I posted my pieces on my private Instagram, and within minutes all ten pairs of the earrings I had made were sold out. I&#8217;m also into marketing, so after that I just quickly set up a website, created a brand, and that was the beginning of rae-clay.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;strong&#62;MFA: Please tell us more about your mixed clay pieces? How are they made, what is your inspiration behind them?&#60;/strong&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;Guada: As I mentioned before, the aesthetic of rae-clay is very much inspired by abstract expressionism. Abstract expressionism&#8217;s spontaneity and subconscious creation, which breaks away from traditional forms of art and art materials while giving the artist the opportunity to express his or her feelings into the art as it is really inspires me as I create my pieces. &#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;The process of creating the swirls and patterns are quite simple--I play around by mixing different colored clay together and I cut the clay into small pieces. I guess this is another place where abstract expressionism comes in--you never have two pieces of the same pattern, and you really just have to sit down and wait to see what comes out of the mixing process. You have to not be afraid to take risks! After I have my mixed clay ready, I bake it, glaze it to either matte or shiny, assemble the hooks and backs, and then pack everything and ship it. &#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;I still think I have a lot of room to improve, so I&#8217;m constantly trying to perfect my technique by honing the way I make my pieces, by improving the quality of the clay I use, and by talking to professionals polymer clay makers who give me tips and tricks on how to improve my products.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;strong&#62;MFA: You mentioned that Instagram kick started your brand.&#160; What is the role of social media within your brand?&#60;/strong&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;Guada: Instagram is a crucial part of rae-clay because that&#8217;s where my main audience is. Not only is there a big online art scene, there&#8217;s also a huge collaboration community on Instagram, so you always have people messaging you to collab--influencers, art directors, photographers, etc. Whenever I have an offer to collaborate with a professional photographer, I sit down with him/her and we try to bring our different aesthetics together.&#160;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;strong&#62;MFA: You were based in Singapore, but now you&#8217;re now going to be based in London for 10 months. How do you think this change will impact your work?&#60;/strong&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;Guada: One change that I&#8217;ve implemented is that I&#8217;m now shipping worldwide, instead of just in Singapore. The reach that I get in London is larger, but it has been a bit difficult to access the London market because London is a much bigger city than Singapore and I don&#8217;t have a lot of personal contacts here either. Nonetheless, I&#8217;m reaching out to work with London-based influencers and with different design shops that accept independent designers. I guess this is a test of whether rae-clay can become more international or not. &#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;strong&#62;MFA: What&#8217;s the most fulfilling experience you&#8217;ve had as an artist?&#60;/strong&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;Guada: I&#8217;m still new to the art and jewelry-making industry, but I just recently had a meeting with a professional photographer, and I was really proud of how I quickly we were able to communicate our aesthetics and what we want out of the collaboration together. Being able to speak the same language as someone who has been in the industry for so long was such an encouraging and fulfilling experience. &#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;strong&#62;MFA: What is next for rae-clay?&#60;/strong&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;Guada: I&#8217;m definitely looking into becoming more involved in collaborations so that I can improve the way I present my products and the way that I market them. That&#8217;s a medium-term goal for me. In the long run, I would love to have a physical boutique, but that&#8217;s definitely a goal I need to think more about before embarking on. &#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;em&#62;You can shop for rae-clay products &#60;a href=&#34;https://www.rae-clay.com?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;here&#60;/a&#62; and directly message rae-clay on Instagram &#60;a href=&#34;https://www.instagram.com/rae.clay/?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;@rae.clay&#60;/a&#62;. 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		<pubDate>Thu, 01 Feb 2018 09:23:29 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Shelina Assomull]]></dc:creator>
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		An introduction to our 10 favourite jewellery ateliers in Singapore ready to provide you with the trendiest and most glamorous gems.<media:description><![CDATA[]]></media:description>												
								<content:encoded><![CDATA[&#60;img loading=&#34;lazy&#34; itemprop=&#34;thumbnailUrl&#34; width=&#34;750&#34; height=&#34;410&#34; decoding=&#34;async&#34; src=&#34;/rw-placeholder/750/410/image.svg&#34; data-src=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2017/02/jewel-750x410.jpg&#34; class=&#34;lazy-load attachment-rw_large size-rw_large zoom-it wp-post-image&#34; alt=&#34;&#34; /&#62;&#60;noscript&#62;&#60;img loading=&#34;lazy&#34; decoding=&#34;async&#34; width=&#34;750&#34; height=&#34;410&#34; src=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2017/02/jewel-750x410.jpg&#34; class=&#34;attachment-rw_large size-rw_large zoom-it wp-post-image&#34; alt=&#34;&#34; /&#62;&#60;/noscript&#62;  &#60;p&#62;Every girl needs a trove of treasures untold, and we know the space in your &#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/trends-and-tips/style-tips/choose-jewellery-for-skin-tone-197272.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34; target=&#34;_blank&#34;&#62;jewellery&#60;/a&#62; box will not limit your endless collection of glorious wonders. Exquisite &#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/serial-shopper/shopping-guide/10-mother-of-pearl-jewellery-163767.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34; target=&#34;_blank&#34;&#62;strands of pearls&#60;/a&#62;, earrings adorned with gleaming m&#233;lee diamonds, and birthstones of &#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/serial-shopper/shopping-guide/amethyst-jewellery-160457.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34; target=&#34;_blank&#34;&#62;amethysts&#60;/a&#62;, &#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/trends-and-tips/jewellery-and-watches/opal-jewellery-170662.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34; target=&#34;_blank&#34;&#62;opals&#60;/a&#62;, and aquamarines sit snug in your cushioned, velvet box of trinkets. Jewellery can make all the difference when it comes to sprucing up an otherwise drab outfit, or helpful in adding a subtle touch of elegance and class. In doing so, you want unique pieces that will stand out amongst the crowd - you don&#039;t want to be caught with the same gemstones as everyone else, do you?&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;Hence, we&#039;ve discovered 10 talented local jewellery designers who provide the very best jewels and designs that will surely wow any crowd. You will find intricate Indian-inspired designs from &#60;strong&#62;Temptations Jewellery&#60;/strong&#62;, or wear literal works of exotic art with &#60;strong&#62;Simone Jewels&#039;&#60;/strong&#62;&#160;one-of-a-kind pieces that can be transformed from necklace to pendant, or even pendant to brooch. Head over to our gallery to learn more about these amazing designers - you&#039;ll soon be &#60;em&#62;slaying&#60;/em&#62; with your distinctive, stunning jewellery.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;em&#62;Winnie Tan&#60;/em&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;h2 class=&#34;p1&#34;&#62;&#60;span class=&#34;s1&#34; &#62;READ MORE:&#60;/span&#62;&#60;/h2&#62; &#60;p class=&#34;p1&#34;&#62;&#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/culture/entertainment/asian-scene/singapore-musicians-bands-new-2017-229698.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34; target=&#34;_blank&#34;&#62;&#60;span class=&#34;s1&#34; &#62;Singapore Talent: 10 Local musicians and bands you may not have heard of&#60;/span&#62;&#60;/a&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p class=&#34;p1&#34;&#62;&#60;span class=&#34;s1&#34; &#62;&#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/serial-shopper/shopping-guide/new-local-brands-singapore-205939.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34; target=&#34;_blank&#34;&#62;SG Love: 7 New local brands we&#8217;re all in favour of supporting&#60;/a&#62;&#60;/span&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p class=&#34;p1&#34;&#62;&#60;span class=&#34;s1&#34; &#62;&#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/fashion-week/singapore/sgfw-partners-boutique-fair-215970.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34; target=&#34;_blank&#34;&#62;Singapore Fashion Week partners with Boutique Fair Singapore to support local designers&#60;/a&#62;&#60;/span&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;meta name=&#34;original-source&#34; content=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/asia-style/singapore-designers/singapore-jewellery-designers-232062.html&#34; /&#62;&#60;meta name=&#34;syndication-source&#34; content=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/asia-style/singapore-designers/singapore-jewellery-designers-232062.html&#34; /&#62;&#60;meta name=&#34;robots&#34; content=&#34;noindex, follow&#34; /&#62;]]></content:encoded>
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		<title><![CDATA[Why gold jewelry is a safe bet for a timeless style]]></title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 18 Oct 2016 02:40:16 +0000</pubDate>
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		If you thought gold jewelry was too opulent or passé, think again! Here is why gold is not only a sound investment but also a timeless-style guarantee.<media:description><![CDATA[]]></media:description>												
								<content:encoded><![CDATA[&#60;img loading=&#34;lazy&#34; itemprop=&#34;thumbnailUrl&#34; width=&#34;750&#34; height=&#34;410&#34; decoding=&#34;async&#34; src=&#34;/rw-placeholder/750/410/image.svg&#34; data-src=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2016/10/maxicash-225-750x410.jpg&#34; class=&#34;lazy-load attachment-rw_large size-rw_large zoom-it wp-post-image&#34; alt=&#34;&#34; /&#62;&#60;noscript&#62;&#60;img loading=&#34;lazy&#34; decoding=&#34;async&#34; width=&#34;750&#34; height=&#34;410&#34; src=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2016/10/maxicash-225-750x410.jpg&#34; class=&#34;attachment-rw_large size-rw_large zoom-it wp-post-image&#34; alt=&#34;&#34; /&#62;&#60;/noscript&#62; &#60;p&#62;Like ready-to-wear or shoes, jewelry is not immune to the shifting tides of &#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/trends-and-tips/trend-guide/sunglasses-trends-look-younger-210644.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34; target=&#34;_blank&#34;&#62;seasonal trends&#60;/a&#62;. And be it colourful gems, massive pieces or statement designs, trends come and go. But like a little black dress &#8211; or a diamond &#8211; &#60;strong&#62;gold doesn&#039;t get old&#60;/strong&#62;.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;So leave it to the tried-and-true: 916 gold pieces, which not only give you that timeless look but also make a reasonable investment. Whether you&#8217;re planning on keeping them preciously to yourself or passing them down one day, jewels have this &#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/health/medical-news/revealed-women-emotional-67352.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34; target=&#34;_blank&#34;&#62;emotional value&#60;/a&#62; that simply can&#8217;t be found in any other fashion item.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;With this idea in mind, &#60;strong&#62;LeGold has launched Perfect Joy&#60;/strong&#62;, a new collection of 916 gold jewelry sets. The jewelry brand under &#60;a href=&#34;https://www.maxi-cash.com.sg/?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34; target=&#34;_blank&#34;&#62;Maxi-Cash&#60;/a&#62;, the leading pawnbroker in Singapore, has created this unique collection to fit every style. From graphic and minimalist elements for a modern feel to intricate and ornate designs for a traditional and elegant style, LeGold&#8217;s Perfect Joy pieces come in a set of three or four; necklace, earrings, bracelet and ring. But you don&#8217;t have to wear them all at once: mixed and matching jewellery is a great way to create a playful look.&#160;But since a picture is worth a thousand words, get inspired by this photo story.&#60;/p&#62;  &#60;p&#62;[uniqlo ids=&#34;214794&#34; full_width=&#34;true&#34;]&#60;/p&#62;  &#60;p&#62;[uniqlo ids=&#34;214786,214787&#34;]&#60;/p&#62;  &#60;p&#62;[uniqlo ids=&#34;214791&#34; full_width=&#34;true&#34; parallaxe=&#34;true&#34; ]&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;[uniqlo ids=&#34;214795&#34;]&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;em&#62;Image 1: Pendant from S$168, rings from S$378, bangle from S$638. Image 2: Rings from S$108, bracelets from S$508. Image 3: Ring from S$158, earrings from S$248, bracelet from S$578, necklace from S$798. Image 4: Ring from S$128, earrings from S$318, bracelet from S$818, necklace from S$1,198. Image 5: Ring from S$158, earrings from S$348, bracelet from S$758, necklace from S$1,298. Image 6: Ring from S$248, bracelet from S$458, necklace from S$828.&#60;/em&#62;&#60;/p&#62;    &#60;p&#62;Photography: CALEB &#38;amp; GLADYS&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;Model: THYRA @ Mannequin Studio&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;Styling:&#160;MATHILDE THOMMERET&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;Hair:&#160;ALEX TAN&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;Manicure: REBECCA CHUANG&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;Location:&#160;SOFITEL SO SINGAPORE&#60;/p&#62;  &#60;p&#62;&#60;em&#62;This post was brought to you by &#60;a href=&#34;http://bit.ly/2e3urTg?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34; target=&#34;_blank&#34;&#62;Maxi Cash&#60;/a&#62;.&#60;/em&#62;&#60;/p&#62;  &#60;meta name=&#34;original-source&#34; content=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/trends-and-tips/the-right-accessory/gold-jewelry-safe-bet-timeless-style-214772.html&#34; /&#62;&#60;meta name=&#34;syndication-source&#34; content=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/trends-and-tips/the-right-accessory/gold-jewelry-safe-bet-timeless-style-214772.html&#34; /&#62;&#60;meta name=&#34;robots&#34; content=&#34;noindex, follow&#34; /&#62;]]></content:encoded>
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		<title><![CDATA[Singaporean designer Peter Kor relaunches his eponymous fashion label]]></title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 05 Jan 2016 03:03:03 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Tarandip Kaur]]></dc:creator>
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		As the local fashion scene continues to heat up, there's another that should be on everyone's lips. <media:description><![CDATA[]]></media:description>												
								<content:encoded><![CDATA[&#60;img loading=&#34;lazy&#34; itemprop=&#34;thumbnailUrl&#34; width=&#34;750&#34; height=&#34;410&#34; decoding=&#34;async&#34; src=&#34;/rw-placeholder/750/410/image.svg&#34; data-src=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2016/01/PicMonkey-Collage-750x410.jpg&#34; class=&#34;lazy-load attachment-rw_large size-rw_large zoom-it wp-post-image&#34; alt=&#34;&#34; /&#62;&#60;noscript&#62;&#60;img loading=&#34;lazy&#34; decoding=&#34;async&#34; width=&#34;750&#34; height=&#34;410&#34; src=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2016/01/PicMonkey-Collage-750x410.jpg&#34; class=&#34;attachment-rw_large size-rw_large zoom-it wp-post-image&#34; alt=&#34;&#34; /&#62;&#60;/noscript&#62;  &#60;p&#62;&#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/serial-shopper/shopping-guide/5-new-multi-label-boutiques-check-next-shopping-trip-141452.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;Singapore&#039;s&#60;/a&#62; local designer scene is definitely heating up with&#160;more and more designers taking the step forward to launch labels. At the same time consumers are beginning to sit up and see what exactly these talented individuals have to bring to the table.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;Beyond new names though, veteran designer, &#60;strong&#62;Peter Kor&#60;/strong&#62; is also returning to the scene with the relaunch of his eponymous label. Since 1974, Peter Kor has been known for his impeccable finesse in tailoring and unique design sensibilities. It&#039;s no wonder that he has gained quite the loyal following from women of all walks of life.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;It&#039;s crucial to note that a Peter Kor piece does not follow trends but instead is a&#160;timeless design that would suit any woman who stands for individuality.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;Together with a team of craftsmen, the brand prides itself for creating elegant and comfortable pieces of clothing made with natural fibres. The designs generally carry a hint &#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/beauty/beauty-buys/skincare/skincare-secrets-wonders-asian-herbs-119772.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;of Asian&#60;/a&#62; or rather Orient influence, be it the mandarin collars or the floral prints, to further highlight the roots of the brand.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;Expect an entire range of workwear pieces, little black dresses, cheongsams and even bespoke creations that could be worthy of a &#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/latest-news/red-carpet/fashion-forward-10-stylish-asian-celebrities-red-carpet-119551.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;red carpet event&#60;/a&#62;.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;div&#62;&#60;em&#62;Peter Kor&#160;Atelier is located at 15A Purvis Street. Opens daily, Monday - Sunday, 11am - 7pm.&#60;/em&#62;&#60;/div&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;em&#62;Tarandip Kaur&#60;/em&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;meta name=&#34;original-source&#34; content=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/asia-style/singapore-designers/singaporean-designer-peter-kor-relaunches-his-eponymous-fashion-label-145773.html&#34; /&#62;&#60;meta name=&#34;syndication-source&#34; content=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/asia-style/singapore-designers/singaporean-designer-peter-kor-relaunches-his-eponymous-fashion-label-145773.html&#34; /&#62;&#60;meta name=&#34;robots&#34; content=&#34;noindex, follow&#34; /&#62;]]></content:encoded>
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		<title><![CDATA[Shoe Maven: Exclusive interview with Mashizan Masjum]]></title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 03 Nov 2015 11:12:22 +0000</pubDate>
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		We spoke with shoe designer, Mashizan Masjum to learn all about realising his childhood dream, switching careers and making it in the Singapore fashion industry. <media:description><![CDATA[]]></media:description>												
								<content:encoded><![CDATA[&#60;img loading=&#34;lazy&#34; itemprop=&#34;thumbnailUrl&#34; width=&#34;750&#34; height=&#34;410&#34; decoding=&#34;async&#34; src=&#34;/rw-placeholder/750/410/image.svg&#34; data-src=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2015/10/Mashizan_Masjum20150320_Copyright_RhysNgo_254-750x410.jpg&#34; class=&#34;lazy-load attachment-rw_large size-rw_large zoom-it wp-post-image&#34; alt=&#34;&#34; /&#62;&#60;noscript&#62;&#60;img loading=&#34;lazy&#34; decoding=&#34;async&#34; width=&#34;750&#34; height=&#34;410&#34; src=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2015/10/Mashizan_Masjum20150320_Copyright_RhysNgo_254-750x410.jpg&#34; class=&#34;attachment-rw_large size-rw_large zoom-it wp-post-image&#34; alt=&#34;&#34; /&#62;&#60;/noscript&#62;  &#60;h2&#62; &#60;span&#62;&#60;/span&#62; &#60;/h2&#62; &#60;p&#62;Ask anyone today and they would wax lyrical about their endearing childhood dreams - be it to be a designer, &#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/culture/from-us-to-you/interviews/best-interview-ng-li-tying-spatula-pen-129451.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;baker,&#60;/a&#62; lawyer or artist. Now when it comes to realising those dreams though, few are lucky or fortunate enough to have done so. One name that comes to mind would be&#160;&#60;strong&#62;Mashizan Masjum&#60;/strong&#62;&#160;who has fulfilled his dream to become a shoe designer.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;After learning the art of shoe making in Florence, Masjum launched the eponymous label, Mashizan early this year, with the debut collection, &#60;strong&#62;&#039;Le Tre Sorelle&#039; (The Three Sisters)&#60;/strong&#62;. The range pays&#160;homage to his three sisters as he weaved personal narratives into the six elegant styles - Anguilla, Elegante, La Sarima, Sayang, Sayumi and Simona. All of which are made with a range of materials including patent leather, calf suede and pony hair in wedges and d&#039;Orsay pumps. In addition, Mashizan &#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/serial-shopper/shopping-guide/15-nude-shoes-make-legs-look-longer-136366.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;shoes are all constructed &#60;/a&#62;in Florence with materials sourced in Italy - perhaps in a bid to celebrate the sheer mastery and craftsmanship that Masjum&#160;got to experience first hand during his course there.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;Intrigued by Masjum&#039;s career switch and impeccable design sense, we sat down with him to learn more about his journey from television journalism to designer, learning from a master cobbler and of course making it in &#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/culture/from-us-to-you/singapore-fashion-week-changed-97436.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;Singapore&#039;s fashion industry&#60;/a&#62;. Perhaps we&#039;ll get inspired to fulfill our childhood dreams next?&#60;/p&#62; &#60;h2&#62; &#60;span&#62;Marie France Asia: What made you decide to switch from television journalism to fashion?&#60;/span&#62; &#60;/h2&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;strong&#62;Mashizan Masjum:&#60;/strong&#62; It&#8217;s not so much a switch as I&#8217;m still involved in television documentary production. I see it more as an extension of my creativity into the fashion world where shoes become works of art to be worn and to be adored. I&#8217;ve always had a fascination with footwear. To me, with all the curves and adornments, they become living pieces of art. They enhance beauty, elegance, and sophistication. They help to bring out the confidence and strength of the women who wear them. That&#8217;s the power of shoes I feel, and in particular heels. If they are well-made and worn at appropriate occasions, they give you a certain air of confidence, partly because of the upright posture. I don&#8217;t advocate wearing heels constantly. I always believe in moderation. Mix and match your footwear, your styles to your heel heights. Let them breathe as well and recover. Shoes, especially if they are made of quality leather, need tender loving care and need the rest just as much as we do.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;h2&#62; &#60;span&#62;MFA: Why did you decide to go into shoe designing instead of apparel for instance?&#60;/span&#62; &#60;/h2&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;strong&#62;M.M.:&#60;/strong&#62; With shoe designing, it&#8217;s both an art and a science. The aesthetics in shoe designing is important, but so is comfort and fit. And with the latter, it&#8217;s very much a science that&#8217;s based on many rounds of testing, prototyping and fitting. The angle of an arch can make or break the comfort level of the pair of heels. I&#8217;ve always loved this balance of science and art. I&#8217;m creating art works that have to rely on science in order to make them wearable and practical. I love the fact that what I&#8217;m creating can impact the mood, the psyche, the confidence of the wearer.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;h2&#62; &#60;span&#62;MFA: How would you differentiate your brand from other shoe labels?&#60;/span&#62; &#60;/h2&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;strong&#62;M.M.:&#60;/strong&#62; We pride ourselves on bringing back that old world luxury feeling. Ours is a hark back to the heady days of Sophia Loren of the 1960s, the time of La Dolce Vita, where quiet sophistication is de rigueur. The elegance is understated and charming. Our ladies are confident in their own quiet manner without the need for ostentation. This is our brand DNA. From our shoe styles to our shoeboxes, we make sure there is consistency of our brand DNA. For our shoebox for instance, we decided to build upon our history in story telling. Each style that we&#8217;ve come up with has a story to be told, and they are all told in the lookbook that comes in each box. The box itself is made to look like an encyclopaedia, paying homage to our creative director&#8217;s past experiences as a documentary storyteller.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;h2&#62; &#60;span&#62;MFA: What&#039;s the main inspiration behind your debut collection?&#60;/span&#62; &#60;/h2&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;strong&#62;M.M.:&#60;/strong&#62; For this debut collection, I was inspired by my life experiences in Florence, Italy. The beauty of its Renaissance architecture, the nooks and crannies of its meandering lanes, the chandeliers that hang in grand halls. Those were the things that inspired me. I also know that with this collection, I wanted to pay homage to strong women everywhere. I&#8217;ve always been a feminist at heart, I&#8217;ve been surrounded by strong women who would do whatever it takes to bring them and the people they love the happiness they aspire towards. So with this collection, I married ideas of those two. Telling stories of strong women and showcasing the beauty that one marvels at in Florence.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;h2&#62; &#60;span&#62;MFA: How was the experience learning from master cobbler Angelo Imperatrice and former Ferragamo shoe designer, Illaria Papucci?&#60;/span&#62; &#60;/h2&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;strong&#62;M.M.:&#60;/strong&#62; It was a truly amazing experience. Because it was an artisanal program aimed at mid-career adults, there was a lot of independent learning. You choose to learn as much or as little as you wish. You learn the techniques and you take what you&#8217;ve learnt as far as you want it to go. The barrier in language could be challenging &#8211; after all Maestro Angelo speaks no English, but with the help of our translator, we learnt how to understand him better. Unlike other university or academic programmes, this was an experience that is perhaps similar to those experienced in the medieval or even ancient world. I can imagine that was how artisans in ancient Rome and Greece learnt their art. You learn from a master and cultivate his wisdom and experiences and try to absorb all of them up as much as you can. But they expect you to practice your craft and art. There is no short cut; you&#8217;ve just got to do it.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;h2&#62; &#60;span&#62;MFA: What are your thoughts on Singapore&#039;s fashion industry?&#60;/span&#62; &#60;/h2&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;strong&#62;M.M.:&#60;/strong&#62; I think the fashion industry in Singapore is an exciting one to be in. There are so many talented designers who are bold and who are daring to experiment. This new generation of designers is more exposed to a globalized world. We don&#8217;t necessarily see ourselves as just Singaporean or Asian. We have Asian sensibilities, but we also know that the world is our oyster and that we can be as successful as any other brands discovered in New York, Milan or Paris.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;em&#62;Mashizan Masjum is available at Takashimaya, Shoe Salon, Level 2, 391 Orchard Road.&#160;&#60;/em&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;em&#62;Tarandip Kaur&#60;/em&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;meta name=&#34;original-source&#34; content=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/asia-style/singapore-designers/shoe-maven-exclusive-interview-with-mashizan-masjum-133039.html&#34; /&#62;&#60;meta name=&#34;syndication-source&#34; content=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/asia-style/singapore-designers/shoe-maven-exclusive-interview-with-mashizan-masjum-133039.html&#34; /&#62;&#60;meta name=&#34;robots&#34; content=&#34;noindex, follow&#34; /&#62;]]></content:encoded>
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		<title><![CDATA[MPORIUM: The new multi-label boutique that puts Asian brands on the map]]></title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2015 11:25:53 +0000</pubDate>
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		Suntec City welcomes Singapore’s first and only Asian label dominated fashion store.<media:description><![CDATA[]]></media:description>												
								<content:encoded><![CDATA[&#60;img loading=&#34;lazy&#34; itemprop=&#34;thumbnailUrl&#34; width=&#34;750&#34; height=&#34;410&#34; decoding=&#34;async&#34; src=&#34;/rw-placeholder/750/410/image.svg&#34; data-src=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2015/10/denlYFkoP2piQOVfLCZyyC-yK76oUkecPfZTKsjQFeQl2u9-cxkusveI7nTF3X6pgQfg5VTJsox6d0nsGzzDRgNRMixFDq7SC8un_HdsUj0XX-NeVWOn9SJ3KzScKOH5wGFW2d7vJGPMy7G6MHhy1pMGFpQHu-jonVEzz195ZIyY-750x410.jpg&#34; class=&#34;lazy-load attachment-rw_large size-rw_large zoom-it wp-post-image&#34; alt=&#34;&#34; /&#62;&#60;noscript&#62;&#60;img loading=&#34;lazy&#34; decoding=&#34;async&#34; width=&#34;750&#34; height=&#34;410&#34; src=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2015/10/denlYFkoP2piQOVfLCZyyC-yK76oUkecPfZTKsjQFeQl2u9-cxkusveI7nTF3X6pgQfg5VTJsox6d0nsGzzDRgNRMixFDq7SC8un_HdsUj0XX-NeVWOn9SJ3KzScKOH5wGFW2d7vJGPMy7G6MHhy1pMGFpQHu-jonVEzz195ZIyY-750x410.jpg&#34; class=&#34;attachment-rw_large size-rw_large zoom-it wp-post-image&#34; alt=&#34;&#34; /&#62;&#60;/noscript&#62;  &#60;p&#62;With close to 5,000 square feet of store space in refreshed Suntec City, MPORIUM carries over 35 brands &#8211; all of which are Asian.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;Newly opened on 29 October, the multi-label&#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/latest-news/fashion-news/delvaux-launched-first-standalone-boutique-127264.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62; boutique &#60;/a&#62;is Singapore&#8217;s first ever store that only stocks Asian labels. The store carries both men and women&#8217;s fashion as well as a carefully curated range of lifestyle products.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;MPORIUM features the most highly-regarded &#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/culture/entertainment/asian-scene/star-power-asian-celebrities-talented-inspiring-134759.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;Asian&#60;/a&#62; designers in the industry today, all which were personally handpicked by the store&#8217;s artistic director.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;From modern interpretation of&#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/travel/destination-accomplished/cirebon-west-java-the-hunt-for-colourful-batik-8616.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62; batik&#60;/a&#62; prints to ultra-sleek modern urban looks, the store boasts an eclectic inventory. The boutique&#8217;s collection of Asian fashion brands include nine Singaporean brands such as In Good Company and Q Menswear. Brands from the region include FERN and D-anditode.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;em&#62;&#8220;Asian designers have come into their own over these past few years,&#8221; &#60;/em&#62;said Jennifer Yii, CEO of QiShop, MPORIUM&#8217;s parent company, &#60;em&#62;&#8220;The quality and the design have tremendously improved, and the works of the designers are more creative than what we&#8217;ve seen ten years ago.&#8221; &#60;/em&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;Ms Yii adds that the concept-store not only wishes to be a platform for the established, but also new and budding designers.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;em&#62;Amanda Lim&#60;/em&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;h2&#62; &#60;span&#62;Read More:&#60;/span&#62; &#60;/h2&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/asia-style/singapore-designers/homegrown-honour-kapok-celebrates-singaporean-labels-this-august-117162.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;Homegrown Honour: Kapok celebrates Singaporean labels this August&#60;/a&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/latest-news/fashion-news/raf-simons-bids-farewell-dior-136018.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;End of a Chapter: Raf Simons bids farewell to Dior&#60;/a&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;meta name=&#34;original-source&#34; content=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/asia-style/singapore-designers/mporium-new-multi-label-boutique-dedicated-putting-asian-brands-map-137334.html&#34; /&#62;&#60;meta name=&#34;syndication-source&#34; content=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/asia-style/singapore-designers/mporium-new-multi-label-boutique-dedicated-putting-asian-brands-map-137334.html&#34; /&#62;&#60;meta name=&#34;robots&#34; content=&#34;noindex, follow&#34; /&#62;]]></content:encoded>
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		<title><![CDATA[Yuki Mitsuyasu: Jewellery with a story-telling nature]]></title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2015 09:27:17 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Tarandip Kaur]]></dc:creator>
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		Inspired by her travels, Singapore-based jewellery designer, Yuki Mitsuyasu constructs dainty pieces with a clever twist.<media:description><![CDATA[]]></media:description>												
								<content:encoded><![CDATA[&#60;img loading=&#34;lazy&#34; itemprop=&#34;thumbnailUrl&#34; width=&#34;750&#34; height=&#34;410&#34; decoding=&#34;async&#34; src=&#34;/rw-placeholder/750/410/image.svg&#34; data-src=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2015/02/1385081_645895902117767_1622108735_n-750x410.jpg&#34; class=&#34;lazy-load attachment-rw_large size-rw_large zoom-it wp-post-image&#34; alt=&#34;&#34; /&#62;&#60;noscript&#62;&#60;img loading=&#34;lazy&#34; decoding=&#34;async&#34; width=&#34;750&#34; height=&#34;410&#34; src=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2015/02/1385081_645895902117767_1622108735_n-750x410.jpg&#34; class=&#34;attachment-rw_large size-rw_large zoom-it wp-post-image&#34; alt=&#34;&#34; /&#62;&#60;/noscript&#62;   &#60;p&#62;After being bombarded with bigger-than-ever, statement-making jewellery, our necks, ears, arms and fingers sure are yearning for&#160;some breathing space. It&#039;s time to take off the weight and adorn yourselves with dainty, angelic-like jewellery that serve to make just &#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/serial-shopper/valentines-day-gift-guide-luxury-jewellery-special-lady-68016.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;as big a statement&#60;/a&#62;. They may be small but they pack a mean punch, at least Singapore-based,&#160;&#60;strong&#62;Yuki Mitsuyasu&#039;s&#60;/strong&#62; jewellery sure do.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p class=&#34;font_8&#34;&#62;Raised in Singapore,Yuki Mitsuyasu studied jewellery design at Central Saint Martins &#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/latest-news/romeo-beckham-shows-us-moves-burberrys-holiday-campaign-52616.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;in London&#60;/a&#62;&#160;and now crafts jewellery pieces with the primary purpose of telling a story. The sleek, clean and minimal aesthetics are not to be slighted though, for the surprise comes in a clever twist.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p class=&#34;font_8&#34;&#62;Mitsuyasuʼs&#160;creations are constructed without clasps, exemplifying the idea &#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/from-us-to-you/qa-kenneth-jay-lane-55579.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;that jewellery&#60;/a&#62; should be made as a whole, continuous piece. Weaving the clasps into the designs itself, her&#160;choice of materials and the manner in&#160;which they are moulded are clearly representative of her ingenious, creative talent.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p class=&#34;font_8&#34;&#62;Ultimately, the unadulterated beauty of her timeless pieces do not distract the wearer nor the onlooker and instead lures them into the jewellery&#039;s telling narrative. Proving that her work is laudable enough, Mitsuyasu has picked up accolades such as Best New Product award at the 2008 International Jewellery London show and a silver award in fashion jewellery at The Goldsmiths Craft and Design Awards in London, in 2007.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;Constantly inspired by her travels and the circle of life, we can&#039;t wait to see how the young talented designer will continue her elusive yet refreshing tale.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;Yuki Mitsuyasu is available &#60;a href=&#34;http://www.yukimitsuyasu.com/?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;online&#160;&#60;/a&#62;and at the following &#60;a href=&#34;http://www.yukimitsuyasu.com/?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown#!shop/c24vq&#34;&#62;stockists.&#60;/a&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;em&#62;Tarandip Kaur&#60;/em&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;meta name=&#34;original-source&#34; content=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/asia-style/singapore-designers/yuki-mitsuyasu-jewellery-story-telling-nature-71126.html&#34; /&#62;&#60;meta name=&#34;syndication-source&#34; content=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/asia-style/singapore-designers/yuki-mitsuyasu-jewellery-story-telling-nature-71126.html&#34; /&#62;&#60;meta name=&#34;robots&#34; content=&#34;noindex, follow&#34; /&#62;]]></content:encoded>
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		<title><![CDATA[KEEPERS Singapore Designer Collective: Exclusive interview with Carolyn Kan of Carrie K]]></title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Tarandip Kaur]]></dc:creator>
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		Beyond being a designer herself, Carolyn Kan never fails to support some of Singapore's gems across fashion, furniture and art. Here's what she has to say about her latest KEEPERS pop up on Orchard Road.<media:description><![CDATA[]]></media:description>												
								<content:encoded><![CDATA[&#60;img loading=&#34;lazy&#34; itemprop=&#34;thumbnailUrl&#34; width=&#34;750&#34; height=&#34;407&#34; decoding=&#34;async&#34; src=&#34;/rw-placeholder/750/407/image.svg&#34; data-src=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2014/10/KEEPERS_Exterior_1CREDITS-TO-Shady-Republic-750x407.jpg&#34; class=&#34;lazy-load attachment-rw_large size-rw_large zoom-it wp-post-image&#34; alt=&#34;&#34; /&#62;&#60;noscript&#62;&#60;img loading=&#34;lazy&#34; decoding=&#34;async&#34; width=&#34;750&#34; height=&#34;407&#34; src=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2014/10/KEEPERS_Exterior_1CREDITS-TO-Shady-Republic-750x407.jpg&#34; class=&#34;attachment-rw_large size-rw_large zoom-it wp-post-image&#34; alt=&#34;&#34; /&#62;&#60;/noscript&#62;  &#60;p&#62;The next time you head out in search of local designers, there&#039;s no need to venture far into the nooks and crannies of Singapore. Instead, for the next five months, till February 2015, take a quick trip down to Orchard Green, spot the &#60;strong&#62;KEEPERS&#60;/strong&#62; pop-up and prepare yourself to relish in a one-stop designer fix.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;Conceptualised by &#60;strong&#62;Carolyn Kan&#60;/strong&#62;, designer and founder of Singapore-based jewellery label, &#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/asia-style/carrie-k-turns-everyday-objects-into-covetable-jewelry-8840.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;Carrie K,&#60;/a&#62; KEEPERS started as a small initiative in her personal atelier. This year, through the support of &#60;strong&#62;Textile and Fashion Federation (TaFf)&#60;/strong&#62;, &#60;strong&#62;Spring Singapore&#60;/strong&#62; and &#60;strong&#62;Singapore Tourism Board (STB)&#60;/strong&#62;, there is now a bigger, more visible front to present local designers to shoppers and visitors alike. Within this space, consumers&#160;will be able to discover a whole range of local designers and artisans across fashion, beauty, furniture and art - all for keeps of course. Some of the resident brands&#160;include &#60;strong&#62;Dzojchen&#60;/strong&#62;, &#60;strong&#62;Code Deco&#60;/strong&#62;, &#60;strong&#62;Desti Saint&#60;/strong&#62;, &#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/asia-style/exotic-elegance-ling-wu-fall-winter-2014-36212.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;Ling Wu&#60;/a&#62; and &#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/from-us-to-you/whole9yards-36782.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;Whole9Yards.&#60;/a&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;We spoke to Carolyn Kan to learn more about her journey as a designer and her continuing passion to champion local craft.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;h2&#62; &#60;span&#62;Marie France Asia: How did the idea for KEEPERS come about?&#60;/span&#62; &#60;/h2&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;strong&#62;Carolyn Kan:&#60;/strong&#62; Well, KEEPERS was part of an initiative I started with Carrie K three years ago. I had originally learned to become a silversmith back in Florence so art and craftsmanship is something that I&#8217;m very passionate about. I really wanted to make in Singapore, &#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/latest-news/chow-tai-fook-40925.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;craftsmanship and its work&#60;/a&#62; more accessible because if you notice most of the independent designers and craftsmen were scattered all over the island and many don&#8217;t even have the opportunity to showcase or sell. So I figured if I could just do a small showcase, every few months, at the Carrie K atelier, where we would bring together 4-6 designers and artisans then we could make it a bit of an event and bring people who are interested in what we do together to tell our story. It will also allow us to educate the public by showing them how we make the pieces&#160;and the stories behind our designs or collections.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;So the very first KEEPERS was in November of 2011 at the Carrie K atelier. That kind of grew and every quarter we had an event.&#160; This year we collaborated with TaFf because both Lynette, the CEO of TaFf and myself noticed that Singapore designers are getting traction overseas but they are unknown by Singaporeans and also by the visitors that &#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/latest-news/60-years-made-italy-exhibition-open-scotts-square-48036.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;come to Singapore&#60;/a&#62;. Most visitors think that Singapore is just the same bunch of big shopping malls with international brands but actually we do have a lot of very interesting independent designers across different fields &#8211; fashion, furniture, product design. We spoke to STB and Spring Singapore and got the support and finally pulled all this together. We even worked with award winning architects like &#60;strong&#62;Randy Chan&#60;/strong&#62;, who was the President&#8217;s Design Award winner and he was the one who created this space, inspired by the black diamond. His idea for the &#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/latest-news/bianca-brandolini-launches-marine-inspired-jewellery-line-47912.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;diamond&#60;/a&#62; was because we&#8217;re going to be bringing together all the gems of Singapore&#8217;s design scene. The interiors are also designed by &#60;strong&#62;ACRE&#60;/strong&#62;, a branding agency who customized the entire space based on our brief. We told them to come up with a design for furniture, layout and interior that would be welcoming and still feel like a working atelier so it&#8217;s not just a retail space.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;h2&#62; &#60;span&#62;MFA: How do local designers benefit being showcased at KEEPERS?&#60;/span&#62; &#60;/h2&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;strong&#62;Carolyn Kan:&#60;/strong&#62;&#160;In a number of different ways. One would be that this is still a retail space that they would obviously need to sell their wares and because this is supported by STB and Spring, being in the middle of Orchard Road and having access to this kind of traffic and customer base is not normally affordable to us. The other would be to being able to market our brand. By being acollective, it has drawn a lot more curiosity, almost like by being together there&#039;s a greater magnetic pull. &#160;Additionally, we have gotten a lot of international media coverage which as an individual would have been much tougher.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;For the 20 resident designers, they also get the opportunity to do an event to showcase their brand and they can do it in a number of ways &#8211; launch a collection or do a workshop. So it&#8217;s really an opportunity to present ourselves however we wish.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;h2&#62; &#60;span&#62;MFA: How do you choose the designers to showcase?&#60;/span&#62; &#60;/h2&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;strong&#62;Carolyn Kan:&#60;/strong&#62;&#160;The designers are selected through a criteria. For instance, the resident designers must have been around for at least two years. There is no doubt that we have a lot of talented designers with a lot of ideas but it takes at least two to three years for you to hone your craft and also to figure out how to take an idea and execute it well so production is a key thing that takes time to figure out. The other would be to consider if they have already shown internationally because that would mean they are already of a certain caliber. We do have a very wide range of designers in Singapore, from designers straight out of school to the well-established and some who are doing phenomenally well overseas. Like &#60;strong&#62;Dzojchen&#60;/strong&#62; who are very focused on the international market and have dressed celebrities like &#60;strong&#62;Johnny Depp&#60;/strong&#62; but most people are not even aware.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;h2&#62; &#60;span&#62;MFA: Do you think Singaporean shoppers are now more open to local design?&#60;/span&#62; &#60;/h2&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;strong&#62;Carolyn Kan:&#60;/strong&#62;&#160;Definitely. There is definitely more interest in Singapore designers and labels and that is also because our designers have managed to hone their craft to an international level. So I think it&#8217;s been both; the demand from customers have gone up but also the product warrants that level of support. We now have quite a good number of designers who can sit side by side with international designers and be proud to say &#8216;that&#8217;s my design&#8217;.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;h2&#62; &#60;span&#62;MFA: What are some of your favourite pieces in the showcase?&#60;/span&#62; &#60;/h2&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;strong&#62;Carolyn Kan:&#60;/strong&#62;&#160;Keng Lye definitely. There are also a couple of emerging designers like &#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/asia-style/one-61-45336.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;One.61&#60;/a&#62;. Her aesthetic is very focused. She&#8217;s been focused on form and structure, where architecture is a key point. She takes buildings like the Esplanade and transforms them into artistic bags.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;h2&#62; &#60;span&#62;MFA: Are there plans to obtain a permanent spot?&#60;/span&#62; &#60;/h2&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;strong&#62;Carolyn Kan:&#60;/strong&#62;&#160;Well, we&#8217;ll see what comes along but yes I would definitely be looking for a place where we can have an enclave for the designers. Not just to sell but to have an atelier for them as well. Because I find when you put ideas together, it&#8217;ll really grow the community and give rise to &#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/latest-news/marques-almeida-x-topshop-lands-town-47115.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;potential collaborations&#60;/a&#62;.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;h2&#62; &#60;span&#62;MFA: In your opinion, how has the local fashion scene evolved over the last few years?&#60;/span&#62; &#60;/h2&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;strong&#62;Carolyn Kan:&#60;/strong&#62;&#160;Tremendously, in so many areas. The market is a lot more open and ready to support and be proud of Singapore designers. We are definitely improving and heading to a level where we can compete internationally. Singaporeans are so well-traveled and they&#8217;re picking up the good designers from around the world that they are now expecting that same level of execution and design from us, which is great.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;h2&#62; &#60;span&#62;MFA: What are some of your future plans?&#60;/span&#62; &#60;/h2&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;strong&#62;Carolyn Kan:&#60;/strong&#62;&#160;At the moment KEEPERS is keeping me very busy but we are focused on growing internationally. We are launching our bespoke and &#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/check-out-our-favourite-picks-from-the-fashion-world-just-for-you/ootd-marie-france-asia-summer-wedding-bells-29791.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;wedding collections&#60;/a&#62; online, which will&#160;launch next month. Wedding jewellery should definitely tell a more meaningful story so&#160;we gathered some of the more uniform stories and pulled that into our &#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/trends-and-tips/dream-beautiful-white-dresses-201415-fw-runways-18141.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;wedding collection&#60;/a&#62;. As for bespoke, they&#039;re&#160;based on the person&#8217;s individual story where I&#8217;ll have a chat with them to figure what needs to be embedded into the design. Additionally we do look into redesigning some heirloom pieces. For instance, if you get a piece from your mother in law but it doesn&#8217;t suit you then we&#8217;ll take it apart to construct something that&#8217;s a little more wearable for the individual.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;em style=&#34;color: #333333&#34;&#62;&#60;a href=&#34;http://keepers.com.sg/?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;KEEPERS: Singapore Designer Collective&#60;/a&#62; will run till 15 February 2015 at Orchard Green.&#60;/em&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;em&#62;Tarandip Kaur&#60;/em&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;meta name=&#34;original-source&#34; content=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/asia-style/keepers-48249.html&#34; /&#62;&#60;meta name=&#34;syndication-source&#34; content=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/asia-style/keepers-48249.html&#34; /&#62;&#60;meta name=&#34;robots&#34; content=&#34;noindex, follow&#34; /&#62;]]></content:encoded>
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		<title><![CDATA[Digital Apocalypse: Mash Up Autumn Winter 2014/15 collection]]></title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 07 Oct 2014 09:29:18 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Tarandip Kaur]]></dc:creator>
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		The Singapore-based label, Mash Up, offers up a visually captivating and quirky Fall collection inspired by the digital world. <media:description><![CDATA[]]></media:description>												
								<content:encoded><![CDATA[&#60;img loading=&#34;lazy&#34; itemprop=&#34;thumbnailUrl&#34; width=&#34;750&#34; height=&#34;410&#34; decoding=&#34;async&#34; src=&#34;/rw-placeholder/750/410/image.svg&#34; data-src=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2014/10/MASH-UP_CAMPAIGN_RGB_1-e1412753280106-750x410.jpg&#34; class=&#34;lazy-load attachment-rw_large size-rw_large zoom-it wp-post-image&#34; alt=&#34;&#34; /&#62;&#60;noscript&#62;&#60;img loading=&#34;lazy&#34; decoding=&#34;async&#34; width=&#34;750&#34; height=&#34;410&#34; src=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2014/10/MASH-UP_CAMPAIGN_RGB_1-e1412753280106-750x410.jpg&#34; class=&#34;attachment-rw_large size-rw_large zoom-it wp-post-image&#34; alt=&#34;&#34; /&#62;&#60;/noscript&#62;  &#60;p&#62;By now, it&#039;s apparent that our lives rotate around the virtual world. While some relish in the realm to incessantly share cat videos and lunchtime escapades, others see it as an avenue to get updates on social, cultural and political happenings around the globe - all from the touch of a button.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;However, as more and more users adopt the digital platform, a headache-inducing visual blur tends to result, just from&#160;the sheer noise of an information overload. This noise ultimately tends to cripple an outlet for creative expression and that is where &#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/latest-news/digital-fashion-week-fashion-fights-aids-46619.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;Singapore-based label, Mash Up&#60;/a&#62;&#160;bases its&#160;&#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/asia-style/hansel-41160.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;Autumn Winter 2014/15&#60;/a&#62; inspiration on.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;By taking cues from the Glitch movement and the deconstruction of images, the quirky and always experimental brand re-created effects onto garments to reflect a certain post-apocalyptic cyber world. With that in mind, &#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/latest-news/denim-dreams-uniqlo-fallwinter-2014-denim-collection-43167.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;expect to see jeans&#60;/a&#62; that have been re-interpreted into tops and garments that are essentially constructed from a mixture of fabrics remnants from past collections - consider&#160;this is &#60;a href=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/asia-style/inverted-edge-and-style-tribute-introduces-lux-upcycling-8421.html?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;fashionable upcycling&#60;/a&#62; at its best.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;Silhouettes in the collection are generally centered around crop tops, pencil skirts, t-shirts and jersey dresses, all of which feature a mosaic-esque pattern. Some even come with the word &#039;logout&#039; boldly sprawled across coupled with a &#039;power&#039; logo.&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;As you step back though, the collection&#160;will also make you feel as though somehow you&#039;ve managed to break the Internet into smithereens&#160;and are now stuck in a limbo between real and online life. Whichever the case, consider our minds intrigued and rattled by the designs because we need to get our hands on one of those jersey dresses and pencil skirts for work, stat!&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;em&#62;Mash Up&#160;Autumn Winter 2014/15 collection is available at &#60;a href=&#34;https://www.facebook.com/THESUPERSPACE/?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;Superspace&#60;/a&#62;&#160;and &#60;a href=&#34;http://www.mashupcollective.com/pre-order?utm_source=rss_feed&#38;#038;utm_medium=link&#38;#038;utm_campaign=unknown&#34;&#62;online.&#60;/a&#62;&#60;/em&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;em&#62;Tarandip Kaur&#60;/em&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;p&#62;&#60;em&#62;Photos: Mash Up&#60;/em&#62;&#60;/p&#62; &#60;meta name=&#34;original-source&#34; content=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/asia-style/mashupdigitribe-mash-autumn-winter-201415-collection-46705.html&#34; /&#62;&#60;meta name=&#34;syndication-source&#34; content=&#34;https://www.mariefranceasia.com/fashion/asia-style/mashupdigitribe-mash-autumn-winter-201415-collection-46705.html&#34; /&#62;&#60;meta name=&#34;robots&#34; content=&#34;noindex, follow&#34; /&#62;]]></content:encoded>
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