There is an undefined energy sprouting in the middle of Southeast Asia, where the tribulations of its youth have rendered their own assemblage of style. Battling the heat and the nuances of growing up in two post-modern societies, the youth of Singapore and Malaysia are embracing a new style future — one that is multilayered, disorienting, but filled with their personal touches.
Necklace, Dior Men; Briefs, Tommy Hilfiger; Cap, jeans, Stylist’s own
(On Lucas) Jacket, Dolce&Gabbana; Shorts, Tommy Hilfiger; Boots, Louis Vuitton; Briefs, Stylist’s own
(On Aslesha) Dress, Tommy Hilfiger; Skirt, Coach; Veil, sneakers, Stylist’s own
Sweater, Bottega Veneta; Shorts, sneakers, cap (worn on the waist), socks, all Balenciaga; Briefs, Tommy Hilfiger
(On Chanyo) Pants, all Balenciaga; Necklace, bracelets, rings, all Swarovski
(On Razeq) Hoodie, shorts, socks, all Balenciaga; Briefs, Model’s own
(Left to right) Pants, shoes, all Dolce&Gabbana; Gloves, Stylist’s own; T-shirt, jeans, choker necklace, all Dior; Pants, Versace; Shorts, Balenciaga; Tank top, Stylist’s own
Polo shirt, shorts, Miu Miu; Boots, Louis Vuitton; T-shirt (worn as inner), socks, Stylist’s own
(On Razeq) Hoodie, shorts, socks, all Balenciaga; Briefs, Model’s own
(On Chanyo) Pants, shoes, all Balenciaga; Necklace, bracelets, rings, all Swarovski
Shirt, Louis Vuitton
(On Chanyo) Shirt, pants, socks, shoes all Prada; Bangles, Swarovski; Tie, Stylist’s own
(On Lidia) Dress, boots all Fendi; Tie (worn around the waist), Stylist’s own
Sleeveless blouse, cardigan, pants Coach & Onitsuka Tiger
Jacket, pants, all Dolce&Gabbana
Photography Jaya Khidir
Fashion Direction Izwan Abdullah
Styling Manfred Lu & Liew Hui Ying
Photography Assistants (Singapore) Ng Kai Ming, Nowo Katsuri, Syed Abdullah
Photography Assistant (Malaysia) Aidan Tan
Grooming & Hair (Singapore) Sha Shamsi, Nikifu, Eunice Wong using Chanel Beauty & Goldwell
Grooming (Malaysia) Eranthe Loo, Celin Chin
Hair (Malaysia) Philex Chin, Bibian Leong
Styling Assistant (Singapore) Lance Aeron
Styling Assistants (Malaysia) Wenxin, Asha Farisha
Models (In order of appearance) Isaac, Lucas / NOW Model Management, Aslesha / Ave Management, Arif, Fariz Jabba, Garcia, Caro, Esther Eggie, Razeq, Chanyo, Kayla, Lidia Chatura, Alif Aolan
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