5 local designers to dress you this Chinese New Year
Following our previous Chinese New Year designer shopping guide, we present to you five local designer brands for your Lunar New Year retail therapy – just to add a little orient touch to your wardrobe.
From Khoon Hooi's modern interpretation of Qi Pao to Melinda Looi's eccentric Chinese Folk Art inspired Chinese New Year collection, here is how to look bold and chic for the coming festivities.
It is all about details and his signature craftsmanship of embroidery for this year's CNY collection by Khoon Hooi.
Featuring vibrant hues, the collection features classic elements such as jade, agate, pearl and handcrafted flower buttons, that gives the pieces a gentle, elegant finish.
And modelled by actress Jojo Goh herself, the designs are simply irresistible.
Find out more on Instagram @khoonhooiofficial.
[Photo courtesy: Khoon Hooi]
Seamlessly integrating the classic codes of Cheongsam – jacquard, dragon and floral lacing – with modern silhouettes and designs, we love how the Ong Shunmugam Cheongsam 2019 collection parade the beauty of the Orient with a whisper of youthfulness.
And this particular piece with purple and green jacquard structured sleeves is definitely our favourite!
Find out more on Instagram @ongshunmugam.
[Photo courtesy: Instagram @ongshunmugam]
Drawing inspiration from 'Chinese Folk Art', the Melinda Looi Cruise 2018/2019 collection features a bold and spiritual palette, crafted from a variety of exclusive fabrics including lace, batik and jacquard.
For those who are looking for something unique, the scene-stealing larger-than-life Mahjong tile-shaped bag could be your perfect day-to-night accessory for this coming festival.
Find out more on www.melindalooi.com.
[Photo courtesy: melindalooi.com]
Infused with nostalgia, Innai Red CNY 2019 collection stays loyal to the iconic embroideries and body-hugging silhouette of Cheongsam with a pastel palette.
Along with this collection, Innai Red teams up with Singapore jeweller Choo Yilin to present a collection of jade jewellery which evokes the noble elegance of the traditional dress – simply a perfect head-to-toe look.
Find out more on Instagram @innaigroup.
[Photo courtesy: Instagram @innaigroup]
Even though it is not technically a Chinese New Year collection, the Alia B. Resort 18/19 is definitely the perfect option for ladies who seek simplicity and urban aesthetics for the festivities.
Mirroring its big sister label Alia Bastamam,'s minimalist approach, the collection is tinted in a soft blush tone which delivers a romantic temperament with its sleek silhouette.
Find out more on Instagram @aliabrtw.
[Photo courtesy: Instagram @aliabrtw]
