Besides the enthusiastic, and sometimes, heated discussions of which was the best Pokémon (that discussion ends with Mewtwo, enough said), the daily life of a 90’s primary school kid consisted mostly of going to school and home again. But of course, that daily routine was interposed with the phenomenon known as Tamagotchi.
Inside of classrooms and out, the digital pet that you had to feed, clean, and put to sleep received more attention than any school textbook ever did, and one generation later, it’s back to do the same. This time, however, the Tamagotchi is shedding its 8-bit skin and turning full 3D as a smartphone game on iOS and Android.
Called My Tamagotchi Forever, the free-to-download game is set in an overly cheerful looking and colourful place called “Tamatown”, sporting a visual aesthetic that’s pretty much similar to Nintendo’s latest mobile game, Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp. But that’s not the only difference from the old Tamagotchi series.
In Tamatown, you can make friends with other Tamagotchi’s. And there seems to be a new AR aspect about the game (as seen in the official trailer). Unfortunately, you can’t escape the inevitable (and unavoidable) cash cow that is free-to-download mobile games, as real currency is needed to unlock special items like costumes or food.
That said; if you’re interested in playing the game, you’ve got to wait till it officially launches in 2018. In the meantime, you can register on the game’s official website to become the inspiration for a new Tamagotchi character, which will eventually be added in the game.
For more information, visit mytamagotchiforever.com.
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12 Christmas Gifts Fashion Lovers Would Love
The holiday season is right around the corner, and for every fashion girl, this means shopping season.
Whether you’re hunting for gifts for your style-savvy friend or simply stocking up your own wardrobe for the slew of year-end parties coming up, we’ve compiled a list of gift ideas for some style inspiration.
Outerwear
If you’re not able to physically be by your loved one’s side, lend them some warmth by gifting them with a snuggly cardigan or too-cool-for-school bomber jacket.
For the prepster:
Abercrombie and Fitch Varsity Bomber Jacket, $219
Bags
Let’s face it — one can never have too many bags. Be it a handy purse or an all-purpose backpack, your loved one will thank you for a well-selected carryall that combines both form and function.
For the woman on the go:
Lipault Plume Basic Bucket Backpack, $170
For the forever immaculate:
ALDO Aqualina Tote Bag $119
For the weekend wanderer:
ALDO Moretta Sling Bag, $109
Shoes
Beautiful shoes take your loved ones to beautiful places, so select a pair that you know they will love and remember you for it. Be it sneakers for the one who’s always running around, stilettos for the social butterfly, this is where your knowledge of them comes into play!
For the millennial:
ZALORA Gold Detail Heels, $44.90
For the fashionista:
ALDO Kelli Boots, $179
For the sporty chick:
Women’s Nike Dualtone Racer Shoes, $149
Accessories
What’s an outfit without the right add-ons? The perfect accessory can complement an outfit, anchor it, and even make a statement. Give your loved one the cherry on the cake this Christmas!
(And the good thing about gifting accessories is that you have less to stress about sizes.)
For the style cat:
Privé Revaux The Celebrity Sunglasses, $69
For the special lady in your life:
Thomas Sabo Bracelet “Karma” Wheel, $72
For the athleisure lover:
Adidas Originals Trefoil Trucker, $29
And lucky for you, Online Fever is happening on 12 December so you have plenty of time to get your Christmas shopping done. No excuses for last-minute shopping this year!
Article originally posted on THREAD by ZALORA.
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NYLON Team Picks: Our Very Biased List Of The Best Holiday Beauty Sets
It’s the most wonderful time of the year — especially when it comes to beauty gift sets! Here at the NYLON office, we’ve been flooded with all sorts of festive goodies (yay!), from limited edition makeup sets, blockbuster makeup sets that include every shade we ever dreamed of, or skincare hampers that pool together the best items each brand’s known for. And still, a few items rise above the rest… call us biased, but here’s the a list of the NYLON’s team most coveted holiday collections — the ones we’ll definitely spend money on.
“The Fresh lip balm set is the one Holiday set I always look out for. It’s the only time Fresh releases their mini-sized lip balms that are perfect for popping in the bag or even a pocket. I find the regular-sized ones too big to travel with.” — Adele Chan, Editor-in-Chief
“I blame my job for making me desire so many of these holiday makeup sets — seriously, writing about them or looking at them all day long (for work!) has me bookmarking so many links, I’m beginning to worry about commitment issues. But here’s a brand I’ll have no trouble committing to — NARS always does gorgeous holiday gift sets, and this year’s Man Ray for NARS collection is no different. There’s a beautiful surrealist image, in classy monochrome, that greets you when you pick up this blush palette, while opening it up will unveil a trio of shades that include the classic Laguna bronzer, a shimmery rose highlight, and a pop of bright watermelon red. Yep, it’s equally stunning, inside and out. ” — Amelia Tan, Associate Editor
“Ever since Rituel de Fille released their black Inner Glow Crème Pigment, I’ve kept a close eye on this spellbinding makeup brand, waiting for their next major drop. So when the Ramos sisters announced a partnership with one of my favourite goth rockers Chelsea Wolfe, it became the beauty collaboration I never knew I needed. That deep red lip shade (that looks a little like dried blood) is one I’d reach for on special occasions, and while I’m not particularly fond of wearing eyeshadows, I’d definitely try to sport that gorgeous taupe-y hue on my lids. The best part? Their products are made with 99% natural ingredients. Yup, I’m making my purchase tonight, and I’ll even throw in their Whitethorn Enchanted Lip Sheer, too. Can’t help it.” — Jade Yeo, Writer
“For me, Mamonde was initially a cheaper alternative to Fresh, but I soon fell in love with Korean skincare. I’ll admit that it was Mamonde’s gorgeous packaging that caught my attention, but the lightweight formula seemed to calm my skin down after a heavy breakout when I tried to switch skincare brands. The First Energy line is meant to target combination skin, which is perfect for me right now. Using honeysuckle flower extracts, the First Energy line contains anti-oxidants for the skin too, which means healthier and more resilient skin (yay!). I also really love how Mamonde uses all-natural ingredients extracted from flowers; it might sound dumb, but just knowing it’s inspired by flowers makes me feel a little bit happier whenever I use any Mamonde product.” — Michelle Ng, Writer
“Kat Von D’s Everlasting Liquid Lipstick in Lolita was my first liquid lipstick. I own liquid lipsticks from other brands too but Kat Von D’s my absolute favourite! It’s really pigmented, not drying on the lips at all and doesn’t transfer easily. Most times I don’t even have to touch up and reapply the lipstick again – they’re THAT good! Since my Lolita purchase, I’ve not bought any of her other products yet so I’m definitely keen to try her lip liner set especially since they come in 15 gorgeous colours. Of course I’m not just going to use them as lip liners, I’m so ready to experiment, apply them on my eyes too and create fun looks for the holiday season.” — Nurasyiqin Sedik, Media Executive
“I find it super relaxing during the weekend to just lay around with a face mask on. This gift set from Fresh gives me four to try! I’m pretty picky when it comes to my skin care but with this variety I’ll be sure to find a new favourite product.” — Eleni Kontorigas, Media Executive
“I like cleansers, and I like cocktails – Erno Laszlo’s Cleansing Cocktail Set is a no-brainer since its me play at being a skincare mixologist. Fancy, right? There are three different cleansing oils for me to mix: Sensitive for irritated skin, Hydra-Therapy for deep hydration, and Detoxifying for congested skin. It comes with a sea mud deep cleansing bar, that you’re meant to use after the oils. I also love how these oils are travel-sized at 15ml per bottle, so you can easily lug it along when travelling.” — Pailin Boonlong
Knightfall is the New Medieval Show That’ll Satisfy Your Post-GOT Cravings
Winter is coming. Oh wait, no. It’s actually gone. With the heart-pumping finale of Game of Thrones last airing in August, our quest for medieval television satisfaction has come to naught in recent months. Sure, there was the odd Netflix show or two to binge on. But nothing got us on the edge of our seats like how the whims of Westeros could.
Till now, that is.
Thankfully, a new entertainment contender has risen from the Middle Ages to glue our eyes to TV screens again, and that show is Knightfall.
Following the lives of the Knights Templar; aka the elite warriors of the Crusade; aka people who you absolutely do not want to f*ck with, Knightfall is set in the years after the Fall of Acre, at a time when both the Holy Land was lost. In other words, it was a degenerate period of chaos and conquest. Just think of it as the medieval equivalent of Monopoly.
Knights don't care that winter is coming… pic.twitter.com/rKdSTPIDHP
— #Knightfall (@KnightfallShow) November 20, 2017
Of course, nobody dies in Monopoly, and instead of properties (or land), everyone has their sights on one prize and one prize only – the Holy Grail (for those of you not in the know, the Holy Grail is a vessel that was traditionally thought to be the cup that Jesus Christ drank from at the Last Supper).
And with such treasure at stake, it’s only inevitable that sh*t hits the fan. Well, in a sword-swinging way and all that.
With the Knights on a manic mission to find the lost Cup of Christ, and other significant players like the Church and the Kingdom of Philip the Fair entering the fray, will this end the Templar Order? Or will they stand tall with their prize?
There’s only one way to find out, and that’s to tune in to the debut of Knightfall on Dec 7, 9.55pm on HISTORY, Singtel TV Ch 209 and StarHub TV Ch 401.
For more information, visit historyasia.com.
Images: HISTORY Asia
MUJI is Making X’mas Shopping Great Again this December
There are many things to love about Christmas. Shopping is not one of them. After all, there’s no bigger hassle than buying gifts – just too many things can go wrong; the scariest being that what you’ve bought isn’t appreciated.
While you can’t do much about that, you can always, always play it safe with MUJI. Besides being the most popular brand at Secret Santas, the Japanese retail company has an enormous list of gift sets for shoppers to choose from – 87 in total, and here’s what you should look out for:
Garments
Plenty of people love to clear their annual leave by visiting colder countries. So why not help them enjoy their wintery escapes in comfort?
Stationery
MUJI is all about functionality and style, and nothing epitomises that better than the company’s range of cute stationery sets that’ll come in handy for organising the mess on your colleague’s desk.
Travel
We all know someone who’s been bitten by the travel bug. And they’ll appreciate nothing more than you helping them stock up on essentials like neck cushions, luggage bags, and skincare – especially skincare.
Household
Home is where the heart is, so it kind of makes sense to spruce up the household for Christmas. From comfy Beads Sofa Carrier Bags to an adorable Panda cushion, and Aroma Diffusers to Bedlinen, you can do exactly just that with MUJI’s gorgeous home sets.
Kitchen
If you’re a sucker for traditionally designed tableware, or know someone who is, than you won’t go wrong with MUJI’s Hasami Ware Series.
Hampers
Hampers are great if you can’t decide what to buy, and MUJI has seven different ones to choose from, with a wide range of goodies inside, from cutlery to snacks.
IDÉE
At the end of the day, nothing beats quality. And you’ll find that in abundance at MUJI’s IDÉE sector, which features limited edition Christmas ornaments and collections from renowned product designers, including ceramic cups and festive figurines.
Enjoying the Festive Spirit at MUJI
More than just a retail playground, the space at MUJI gives you an all-round shopping experience, especially at the Plaza Singapura store. There’s Café&Meal MUJI to eat delicious food at, while Open MUJI – an event space, is running exhibitions all the way till Dec 27.
First up at Open MUJI is a “Homemade Christmas – Hexen House Town”, an intricate display that features 10 Hexen Houses, all made from MUJI biscuits and candies, forming landmarks like MBS and the Merlion, alongside a wintery wonderland, and a moving toy train.
And if that doesn’t invoke the ol’ yuletide spirit in you, then the wall mural at Open MUJI will. Hand painted with the theme of “Christmas in the Woods”, this beautiful piece of artwork is an initiative in support of the Children’s Cancer Foundation, and is meant to raise awareness of childhood cancer.
View the full video here.
Happy Christmas – Cylinder Trees
There’ll also be three cylindrical Christmas trees scattered around MUJI’s Plaza Singapura store. Meticulously hand-painted by students from Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts, each cylinder – which, fun fact: belongs to Found MUJI as a selling item called “Pulp Storage”, tells a unique Christmas tale, and is the perfect embodiment of MUJI’s push for creativity. Check out the designs below:
Whatever the case may be; you’ll find plenty of things to do at MUJI, and that includes making your Christmas shopping that much less painful.
For more information, visit muji.com.sg. View MUJI’s Christmas e-catalogue here.
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NYLON's Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide: The Wanderlust Traveller
By now, you would’ve gotten used to the cheery Christmas tunes that are blasted everywhere and the novelty might’ve worn off – we won’t be surprised if you’ve grown more cynical of all things Christmas. But don’t let the sour grapes get you down – especially since it’s the season to be travelling! Everyone you know will be making a quick getaway, whether it’s to a far-far-away land or a short hop, skip, and a jump away.
We’ve prepared a gift guide to help you with your gift-giving to all the busy travellers out there. They might be practical, a bit silly, or outright wacky, but whatever it is, every traveller is certain to love them. P.S. we totally understand if you want to save some of these for yourself and your upcoming travel adventures.
1. Deluxe Scratch Off World Map, $51.90, available at HardToFind.com.au.
This Scratch Off World Map is a must-have to keep track of all the countries your globetrotter friend has visited. It’s covered in gold foil that’s easy to scratch off and is compact enough to bring along for all travels.
2. GoPro Hero 6 Black, $699, available at shopee.sg.
Everyone’s favourite action camera is back with an all-new device that’s even better equipped to capture your crazy overseas adventures. Called the GoPro Hero 6, this diminutive device comes with improved electronic image stabilization and image quality, plus is waterproof up to 10-metres – perfect for that bungy jump we say.
3. MUJI Hard Carry Bag (87L), $359.10, available at muji.com.sg.
It’s hard not to love MUJI. They always give you what you need – nothing less, nothing more, while satisfying you at the same time. And that same simple concept is present in the company’s Hard Carry Bag series – travel luggage bags that are sleek and spacious, with minimum frills attached, with the exception of a stopper and adjustable carry-bar.
4. Tresse Buna Woven Leather Purses, $120, available at tresse.co.
For that traveller friend who loves weaving in and out of busy thoroughfares to find the best hidden cafes — speak to their coffee-fuelled heart with this nifty woven leather pouch that can stow all their spare change. Fun fact: it’s lovingly designed by a local-based brand too.
5. Trtl Travel Pillow, $54.95, available at Trtltravel.com.
Here’s an ergonomic solution to your next long haul flight: the Trtl Travel Pillow. Yes, it might give you the neck of a turtle’s, but this super soft fleece pillow will support both your neck and head, so there’s no need to lean against the window and wake with an ache anymore. The best part? The lightweight support folds neat and compact for convenient travelling.
6. Gaston Luga CLÄSSY in Pink & Black, $269, available at gastonluga.com.***
The most important travel accesory is your bag – it needs to be able to weather all kinds of conditions and be big enough to carry all your daily essentials. Made with strong durable canvas, Gaston Luga bags have tons of hidden pockets for storing all your traveling knick-knacks, as well as a super accesible pocket for your passport. No more hiding your backpack when trying to take a tourist-y shot because your bag is no longer the embarassing part of your outfit.
7. A6 Memobottle, USD26, available at MemoBottle.com.
The compact slim-line design of the memobottle means that it fits stylishly into handbags, backpacks, laptop bags, and even pockets. Meant to represent a sheet of paper (in this case, A6), it fits in nicely with the dimensions of a paperback book – all travellers will find this bottle a practical way to stay hydrated.
8. JBL Pulse 3, $339, available at authorised retailers and Lazada.sg.
If a morphing milky way of bright, lava lamp colours is your definition of cool, then make a beeline for the JBL Pulse 3. Completely waterproof, and with up to 12-hours of music playback, this powerful speaker is the ultimate gadget for pool parties.
9. Kate Spade New York Car Violina Bag, $570, available at Kate Spade stores.
This quirky brand usually sets its sights on the most exotic locations, whether it’s the colourful streets of Morrocco or the creative melting pot that is Paris in the 20s. This time, they’re hitting close to home, with a little vintage New York car so your friend can ride off towards her next adventure.
10. Away Travel Essential Set, USD45, available at awaytravel.com.
This cult travel brand revolutionised the industry when they gave us reliable carry-on luggage for a steal, and now they’ve just rolled out some stylish flight essentials too — all TSA-approved of course, including a face cleanser, moisturiser, toothbrush set, and This Work’s pillow spray. Now you’re free to go… away!
11. BERING Smart Traveller Watch, $309, available at BERING stores including NEX and Raffles City, or online at cocomi.com.
Any jetsetter knows to immediately reset their watch the moment the plane lands — but any smart jetsetter knows they don’t even have to bother. Just let the watch do the work for you! BERING’s first-ever smartwatch combines Danish minimalism with some great functions, including being able to automatically sync to any time zone and a jet-lag prevention mode.
12. Waterproof Kindle Oasis, $249.99, available at amazon.com.
A Kindle is already one of the few gadgets in the tech world that’s king of battery life. You can go for weeks without needing a charge. So take that, add waterproof capabilities, coupled with a bigger screen, a thinner body, and a new and improved display, and you’ll get the Waterproof Kindle Oasis – the latest and greatest e-book reader in the market.
13. GirlyGoGarter in Black, US$39, available at girlygogarter.com.
Garters might seem like an old-fashioned item that is only used to keep stockings from falling down. Stockings or not – this garter will become your good friend, espeically when visiting dodgy areas. The GirlyGoGarter comes with pockets to hold cash, credit cards, IDs, passport – and even fit your phone! No one would ever suspect that you’ve got them hidden up your skirt. You can even wear it under a pair of baggy pants or jeans to keep your emergency cash and important cards that you don’t need to access in a hurry. Why didn’t we think of this earlier?
Notice the “WIN” labels? We’re giving away all these items in our massive holiday gift guide GIVEAWAY — head over to our Facebook page and Instagram page daily to take part in our contests.
More of NYLON’s Ultimate Holiday Gift Guides, coming soon — stay tuned! Click here to see our full list of gift guides.
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How To Get Super Cute LINE FRIENDS' Handheld Fans And Other McDonald's Specials
McDonald’s is the fast-food chain that keeps on giving, from their recent hotcake and chicken tenders combo, to their juicy Ninja Burger and partnership with UberEATS, giving extra convenient hookups with delicious meals.
LINE FRIENDS handheld fans and their availability dates
They’re back again with a trio of adorable LINE FRIENDS handheld fans, available to buy when you spend a minimum of $10 on McDelivery for only $6! Alternatively, you can purchase them at all McDonalds restaurants while stocks last, excluding the Tampines Interchange Kiosk and KK Hospital outlet.
Selection of Mr Men and Little Miss Happy Meal Toys and their availability
As you cool down from excitement, make sure to pick up these eccentric Mr Men and Little Miss toys complimentary every time you order a Happy Meal sure you blast you back instantly to your childhood! You’ll only be able to get your preferred design the week it’s launched, so make sure to mark your calendars and keep your eyes peeled.
Happy Sharing Boxes A, B and C
Don’t know what to get when you’re hanging at a friend’s party with your entourage? Why not get these Happy Sharing Boxes designed specially for that reason — Boxes A and B are a McDelivery exclusive, while Box C is also available to order in-store.
Promo code: GRIMACE, minimum spend $15 (excluding delivery charge)
Promo code: RONALDMD, minimum spend $18 (excluding delivery charge)
If you’ve got a sweet tooth and knack for a good deal, remember to include these promo codes while you checkout of your McDelivery orders by going to “My Order,” “Got a Coupon Code?” and hitting “Apply.” We think this is pretty brilliant — it’s like McDonalds thinks their creamy ice-creams aren’t enough to satisfy us! With cute toys, great meal options and free desserts, our only dilemma with these promotions is which one we want to get first.
Don’t regret not checking out these McDonald’s deals, order your meals via McDelivery today!
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:CHOCOOLATE Launches Kawaii New ONE PIECE Collection For Hardcore Anime Fans
Out of all the great things that have come from Japan, ONE PIECE has to be considered legendary. The long-running anime, which made its debut way back in 1997 (yes, it’s been 20 years folks), has lent its iconic design and characters to one of the most loveable cult brands out there today – :CHOCOOLATE.
The HK-based clothing line has just launched a special ONE PIECE collection that captures the adventurous spirit of Luffy and his friends, with the Straw Hat Crew’s signature pirate logo heavily featured in this special capsule collection that officially launches on Dec 8.
Check out some of the highlights below:
Oh, and there’s great news if you’re a huge ONE PIECE fan. You can score for yourself a sweet Luffy figurine with a minimum $100 spend, with at least one :CHOCOOLATE l ONE PIECE item included, or you can get an adorable free Chopper foldable chair, with a single net purchase of $220 and above.
Whatever the case may be; there are plenty of great pieces to go around in this collection (not just the one piece – ha, ha, pun totally intended), and Luffy and his crew could just very well make you the most fashionable anime fan out there today.
The : :CHOCOOLATE l ONE PIECE collection will launch on Dec 8 at i.t. stores in Bugis Junction and orchard gateway. For more information, visit itlabels.com.sg.
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How You Can Add Sequins To Your Wardrobe For All Your Festive Parties
It’s December and the countdown to all your Christmas/ New Year’s celebrations have officially began. And when you rake through your closet, if you’re anything like us – you’re going to see a series of clothes that are black, black, and the odd neutral shade. Perfect for everyday wear, not so great for parties. When browsing our favourite go-to online site (Zalora, what else?), we stumbled across a few items that’ll be perfect for your boozy Sunday brunches to after-work drinks. They all have one thing in common – they come covered in sequins and are absolutely perfect for all your festive celebrations.
Topshop Moto Sequin Denim Jacket, $119
OK, the jacket’s still mostly black but it’s both versatile and sparkly – a rare combination to find. It’s the trick to how you can look great in sequins, sparkle, and all things shiny. Depending on when you’ll be wearing this (it’s versatile enough to carry you from day to night), you can match it up with different items that are already in your closet. For a safe choice, pair it with neutral shades, something in denim and a plain top. After all, balance is key and while you want to be rocking these sequins, you don’t want to look like you went too overboard. For a wilder night out, just throw on a pair of heels and a pair of dangly earrings, and you’re good to go.
TFNC Moon Sequin Dress, $81.90
Deck yourself out in gold sequins with this Moon Sequin Dress from TFNC. Although it’s completely covered in sequins, it has a matte finish so you wouldn’t get too overwhelmed by all the gold sparkle and shimmer. Made with a stretchy fabric and ¾ sleeves, this dress is an easy way for anyone to pull off sequins for a festive gold glow.
Dorothy Perkins Black Brandi Sequined Heels, $79.90
To pull off sequins, you don’t have to be completely adorned in them – a little goes a long way. These heels from Dorothy Perkins add sparkle to your night and 10.5cm to your height. The sequins are iridescent, giving off a purple-blue glow. Once you’ve paired it with your chosen little black dress, totter away on these, and watch as everyone’s eyes are drawn to your feet.
Wallis Silver Sequin Sleeve Top, $89.90
With a choker neckline, this sequined top sparkles with every move. It almost looks like it’s from another world, especially when the silver sequins catch the light. It has a slight ruffle sleeve that enhances the sway of the fabric. Pair with casual black jeans and heeled boots to keep that chic but edgy look.
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NYLON's Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide: Your Inner Hypebeast Wannabe
We’re still going strong with our 2017 Christmas gift guides, now with an entire category dedicated to another buzzword of the year – the hypebeast. The ‘hypebeast’ is not a new concept in the world of street hype, although this year saw a sudden spike in interest when Supreme decided to collaborate with Louis Vuitton for one of the most high-profile collaborations ever. Chances are, you probably couldn’t afford anything from the Supreme X Louis Vuitton collection or maybe you didn’t want to camp out in the heat overnight just for a couple of items.
We might secretly be judging all those street kids dripping in the hype from the brands they decorate themselves with, but inside we all wish to be like them too. If you didn’t manage to cop anything from the Supreme X Louis Vuitton drop, maybe these gift ideas might be able to quench the inner hypebeast in you, or that friend of yours. Now, all they need is a ghetto backdrop, a dope photographer, and invites to the coolest, most exclusive end-of-year parties.
1. Golden Goose Deluxe Brand Sneaker, $1,990, and Minna Parikka Sneaker, $530, available at Pedder on Scotts
Your friend will need something comfy to slip on while in the queue for the next hyped shoe drop – it could be days! If you’re feeling generous, these are great options, whether it’s excessive pink glitter, or deliberately scuffed leather sneakers.
2.Vetements x Reebok Metal Cotton-blend Socks, $105, available at Matchesfashion.com
The perfect accessory for the iconic DHL tee from Vetements. Teaming up with Reebok, the label has delivered a pair of double-knitted socks in an eye-catching yellow and metallic red jacquard, complete with a metal-inspired logo for an extra touch of irreverence.
3. Supreme Leopard Fleece Waist Bag, US$195, available at ebay.com (previously at supremenewyork.com)
Whether it’s a sweatshirt, sneakers, or heck, brick, you know it’s gonna sell like… well, Supreme. Case in point: this fanny pack was available on the website a week ago, and now it isn’t.
4. Adidas Consortium Sneaker Exchange – Overkill & Fruition Tubular Elastic (Linen), $229, available at Dover Street Market Singapore
Reworking the ever-popular Adidas Consortium silhouette, the Sneaker Exchange project saw Las Vegas vintage clothing purveyor Fruition and German sneaker stockist Overkill mix for a stylish collaboration. With pastel-coloured tweed uppers, elastic wraps in a sock-like construction, and a hint of rose gold, these easy slip-on kicks will make any sneakerhead’s year.
5. BAPE ABC Skateboards, US$113, available at select BAPE retail stores and bape.com.
Okay, so this is nowhere near as ridiculous as a Supreme umbrella or a Prada paper clip, but if you still want to get your hypebeast game up without looking like a total douche, do yourself a favour and get these stylish BAPE ABC Skateboards. Oh, and it’d help if you knew how to skate too – don’t want to be losing any of that street cred.
6. Kanye West Soft Ass Rapper Pillows, 75 EUR, available at calebthomas.us
Nothing’s more hype out there right now than hip hop, and Kanye is king of them all – anything to do with him instantly becomes legit swag. Although, you can now plonk that ass of yours on his face, taking getting close to a celebrity to a whole new (and weird, fetish-like) level.
7. Tarab Longboard, US$299 for a deck, available at loadedboards.com, Longboard Love and other authorised retailers
Easily cruise all over town and increase your street cred at the same time! The deck is shaped for easier gripping to make it easier to pick up freestyling. With your trusty board, there is no such thing as MRT breakdowns and traffic jams in your dictionary.
8. Lord Nermal Slides in Pink, US$40, available at RipnDipClothing.com
Pink, comfy, and totally Insta-worthy? You know you need these slides that instantly make you feel like you’re at home without sacrificing your street cred!
9. Gucci Printed Cotton T-shirt, $550, available at Gucci stores
It’s the year of slogan tees, isn’t it, from the serious affair of t-shirts with political messages, to the tongue-in-cheek ones who embrace irreverent humour – and this Gucci tee (all hits this year!) falls under the latter. With the whole ‘more is more’ concept in tow, normcore never looked better.
10. Off-White Brushed Arrows iPhone 7 Case, $67, available at Off-White Singapore, 268 Orchard Road, #01-01
A white iPhone case to match every hypebeast’s wardrobe. The case features black dotted arrows against a white background, and of course, that oh-so-desired “Off-White” branding at the bottom.
11. The High Rise’s ‘Lit’ Polo Cap in Navy, $55, available at ThisIsAlley.com.
A simple navy cap for those hypebeasts out there. It’s not the same as any other boring snapback, but it’s sure to make anyone wearing it look ‘lit’, especially when you want to be noticed at that exclusive party.
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These Ugly Christmas Sweaters Are Scarier Than Seeing A Ghost
Ding Ding Ding! Christmas is barely a month away, and with great treats like Elizabeth Arden’s gift sets and Starbucks’ Christmas Tree Dark Mocha and all the super amazing wonderful gifts we’d like to receive to keep us pretty and our stomachs filled with warmth, it seems like the Christmas spirit only brings tidings of joy. And much like Grinch and Krampus play important roles in ringing in the aura of the season, the rather ironic effects of donning ugly sweaters have proven time and time again to be a rite of passage for many who want to really, how should we say, get into it. While we can’t cop to ever having tried out this cringe-y tradition (even if we have, we’re not telling!), the idea’s definitely popped into our minds once in a while. Here’re some of our top picks of ugly Christmas sweaters visually speaking not for the faint of heart. And kids, if you’re reading this: don’t try this at home!
1. The Tacky Christmas Sweater
Knit Christmas Sweater USD24.99, Hooded Christmas Sweater USD24.99, Knit Sweater USD24.99 from H&M US
To be fair, we’re not trying to disparage H&M for their ever-endearing Christmas sweaters we’re sure were made with sincerest intentions. But more often than not we’re nonetheless appalled by the quality of designs they manage to come up with. Just take for example this green T-Rex swathed in ferry lights that serves only the purpose of delivering a one-off cheesy pun. Or this elf costume that we’d dare say looks good paired with nothing. Otherwise, how about a green jumper that looks like it’s collected all the debris from the aftermath of a Christmas party rager?
2. The Innuendo Christmas Sweater
Sexy Christmas Tan Sweatshirt USD89.95, Sexy Christmas Chick Sweatshirt USD89.95, Big Booty Sweatshirt USD89.95 on Beloved Shirts
Remember Michael Scott from The Office‘s favourite running “That’s what she said” jokes? Imagine all them printed onto your sweaters and this is probably what it’ll look like. The dad bod has recently become a new kind of subversive sexy, so why try this sweatshirt which instantly makes you look like you have one and up the ante by having printed ornaments clipped onto your printed nipples? This Christmas-tree bra sweatshirt frankly looks less putrid placed beside it, and even less so is the peach-logoed one even though we can only imagine why anyone would want a peach that enlarged for the holidays.
3. The Celebrity Christmas Sweater
Dabbing Santa Trap Crewneck Sweater [Pink] USD34.99, Thicc Purple Crewneck USD55, Whoopi Octopus USD89
Remember 2 Chainz’s pink Trap House built earlier this year where he occupied a random abandoned apartment and literally painted it all pink? Rap fans flooded to it as a meeting ground and to snap pictures for Instagram, but the hype clearly hasn’t died down — you can now visit that house with this dabbing Santa sweater, and while it does look kind of cute, we’re not sure everyone will be able to pull it off. Beyonce can do no wrong, and with this Thicc purple sweater, she’s basically written what we’re all thinking so we don’t have to say it ourselves: don’t judge us, we’re gonna eat. Hanukkah is the lesser-celebrated Jewish holiday to Christmas, but it’s never not okay to wear a Octupus-menorah giving us The Little Mermaid meets Frozen vibes made by EGOT-winning TV show host of The View Whoopi Goldberg.
Now for some actually decent Christmas sweaters…
By now you’d have probably guessed it’s actually harder than it looks stumbling upon a good Christmas sweater that balances holiday cheer with a sense of style. These aren’t specifically meant to be worn during the Christmas time, and we certainly plan to wear them all year round, but taking them out on the streets and to family gatherings during the festive period somehow feels right.
Mansur Gavriel Cable-knit cashmere turtleneck sweater USD1,228.25, Gucci Bow-embellished ribbed wool-blend sweater USD1,605, Theory Karenia cashmere sweater USD486.03 on Net-a-Porter
Mansur Gavriel has us still yearning for their bucket bags in every wonderful pastel shade, but they also produce a great line of wearables and accessories. This cable-knit cashmere sweater is perfect for cuddling by the fireplace with loved ones over a marathon of must-see Christmas movies. If you’re in a theatrical mood, why not put on this Gucci bow-embellished sweater and start singing “Tomorrow, tomorrow, I love ya, tomorrow!” à la Annie, our favourite childhood heroine with fluffy orange hair. If all else fails, this Theory cashmere sweater in cinnamon orange is definitely outfit-appropriate for meeting Santa and kind of matches the colour of alcohol so even if you spill a little on yourself…
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NYLON's Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide: The Total Gamer Geek
We all know one of them; the gaming enthusiast who’s constantly glued to the gaming device of their choice, whether it’s a portable one or not, and who can skilfully manoeuvre zombie outbreaks and war zones (virtual ones) with just a few choice buttons and sheer grit.
Sure, they get pretty holed up at times, a little antisocial maybe, but in no way do we imply nerdiness — after all, everyone’s a gamer nowadays, whether they’re crushin’ candy on their mobile phone, unceremoniously gathering in crowds to silently tap on their phones (we’re looking at you Pokémon Go masters), or safe at home mashing buttons on their zhng-ed up keyboard or gaming console controller. And the best among us? They’re hooked up to a mic, forging new alliances and being intrepid explorers of new alternative universes, we swear (and they literally do too) that it’s as romantic as it sounds.
Now, these gamers might be oddly specific about their technology, but we reckon we did a good job with some of these. Warning: lots of Star Wars geekery ahead, because are you really a geek if you’re not into the biggest space odyssey ever?
1. Batwing Set from The LEGO Batman Movie, $149.90, available at LEGO stores, Toys“R”Us, and select department and toy stores
Your younger brother (you know that’s who you’ll give this to) will have so much fun building and playing with this Batwing; the cockpit opens to seat Batman and Robin, the boosters rotate, the wings adjust, there are two spring-loaded shooters, two disc shooters, and a rear compartment with — holy smokes! — a car inside! The set includes Harley Quinn as well, with her own mobile cannon with a six-stud rapid shooter.
2. Sphero App-Enabled R2-D2, $289, available at shopee.com
The Star Wars craze is starting to come out in full force (don’t mind the pun), thanks to the upcoming Star Wars movie – Star Wars: The Last Jedi. And there’s no better way to get in the mood than by controlling one of the Galaxy’s most loveable characters – R2-D2, who has now been brought to life by toy-maker Sphero.
3. Arduboy, $79.44, available at toytag.com.
Arduboy’s a miniature game system that’s the size of a credit card. It’s open source so anyone can learn how to code and create their own games. This opens the door to a library of games, which are developed by users — for users.
4. Star Wars Darth Vader Toaster, US$49.99, available at thinkgeek.com
Ever wanted Darth Vader to make breakfast for you in the morning? Well, with this toaster sitting in your kitchen, that can finally happen. Taking on the shape of Darth Vader’s helmet, this impressive thing will give your bread, pancakes, or hamburger buns the official Star Wars logo toasted onto one side.
5. Overwatch Loot Box Ceramic Cookie Jar, US$39.99, available at thinkgeek.com
You know that rush of excitement — opening up your hard-earned loot boxes and seeing them shake, rattle, then shoot up in a myriad of colours. Legendary! This time, you can stow your cookies in a ceramic version of that actual thing; yes, including peanut butter ones to keep out our favourite pesky monkey.
6. Star Wars™: Jedi Challenges, $379, available at lenovo.com
For the ultimate Star Wars fan. This smartphone-powered augmented reality experience lets you wield a lightsaber and fend off menacing villains of the dark side, awakening your inner Jedi. Turn on the Lenovo Mirage AR headset and begin combat — just try not to knock anything over in the living room.
7. Prism+ X340 34”, $1,288, available at prismplus.sg
Gaming in HD is a whole new experience on a wide screen monitor! The 34” inch allows for total immersion into your gaming world, with a curved screen to ensure that you won’t be distracted by your peripheral vision.
8. Logitech G433 7.1 Surround Gaming Headset, $159, available at banleong.com
Just like how good food tastes better when you can smell it, a good game is nothing without impeccable sound. And great audio is exactly what you’ll get with the Logitech G433 7.1 Surround Gaming Headset, which gives PC players a complete surround sound experience.
9. Razer Mamba, $239.90, available at razerzone.com.sg
All gamer geeks would love the Razer Mamba for its 16,000 DPI gaming mouse sensor. It tracks 1 DPI increments, has an adjustable clicking mechanism, plus it comes in super cool Chroma lighting that sends rainbow waves down its body.
10. Omega 2018, $620, available at secretlab.co
Bigger and better — this chair is your perfect companion to game your nights away! The extra cushioning helps to relieve strain off your back during extended gameplays, and it also comes with a memory foam pillow. You can even recharge with a quick nap by simply reclining the chair — no more complains of butt-cramps!
11. Risk: Game of Thrones Board Game, $54.96, available via amazon.com
Seven armies. One Iron Throne. Could there ever be a greater setting for a freaking Risk game? We think not. Battle it out for Westeros with House Stark, Baratheon, or Lannister, or pit Dany’s Targaryen forces against the slave trade of Ghiscari in Essos. Whatever the case may be; the battlefield’s all yours.
12. Poké Ball Serving Bowl Set, US$19.99, available at thinkgeek.com
We don’t think we can beat the description “hold all your favourite snacks without having to transfer them to Bill’s PC” so we’re leaving it at that. The next time you’re planning a party and inviting ’em all, these would look great, just taking a casual peek-at-‘chu from your dining table.
13. Poe Dameron-inspired Philips Star Wars Shaver, $219, available at bestdenki.com.sg
The electronics brand has the perfect grooming tool for all gaming addicts with a Poe Dameron-inspired Star Wars Shaver, that mimics the intricacies of Dameron’s X-wing fighter, and the perfect gadget for combating unnecessary follicles on your chin and cheeks.
14. PS4 Pro Monster Hunter: World Rathalos Edition, $678, available 26 Jan 2018
The Monster Hunter series is a twisted concoction of blood, guts, and glory, and only a console as epic as the PS4 Pro is worthy to bear the design of Rathalos — a majestically vile creature from the game that has the ability to breathe fire and inflict toxic wounds with its talons. This 1TB special design model isn’t even out yet, but it is limited edition, so be quick to snag it when it hits stores on Jan 26.
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Domino’s Pizza Cares About All You Cheese Lovers Out There
Domino’s Pizza has coined a new term for all cheese-lovers out there, and it’s for the combination of cheddar and mozzarella. They’ve introduced the Cheddarella Cheesy Crust as a twist on the classic Cheesy Crust – it’s stuffed with cheddar and mozzarella, and also topped with parmesan for a stringy bite with every mouthful.
We tried the Cheddarella Cheesy Crust ourselves and received mixed reactions from the team (really, as mixed as you can get). Some found the crust to be powdery and dry…and even, gasp, non-stringy. These were the people who declared themselves as cheese-lovers, and wanted it to be…for a lack of words, more cheesy. Others liked how it doesn’t feel too “heavy” and how it’s fairly easy to chow down – one even inaccurately guessed that it wasn’t filled entirely with cheese. Well, we didn’t expect the mere crust of a pizza to generate such opposing feedback at our lunch table. Since everyone had such varying opinions, it’s definitely worth trying it out yourself.
Domino’s Pizza will also be launching a new Cheesy Foursome Box that has a variety of sides, including: Garlic Cheese Onion Rings, Cheesy Cheddar Stix, Tom Yam flavoured Crazy Chicken Crunchies, and Stuffed Cheddar Bites.
The Cheddarella Cheesy Crust and Cheesy Foursome Box will be available from 30 Nov onwards. You can upgrade any pizza of your choice with a Cheddarella Cheesy crust if you top up $6 for a regular and $8 for a large.
Available for delivery and in all stores islandwide. You can find out more at Domino’s Pizza SG Facebook page.
Images: Domino’s Pizza
adidas Pays Homage To The Original EQT Cushion 91 Model With The EQT Blue Pack
adidas is going back to the basics with the latest release of the (equally hypebeast) EQT Blue Pack, which pays homage to the original EQT Cushion 91 model. The original EQT Cushion 91 model was released way back in the 90s, with the everyday runner in mind.
We like our shoes to mould itself to our feet, so the EQT Blue Pack will see the shoe updated with a Primeknit upper and welded overlays. It goes without saying that the shoes will also come with the webbing tape three stripes and reflective accents. They then finish with a nostalgic grille lace system, which uses a webbed system of loops to hold your laces together that gives additional flexibility to the shoes.
All four different colour ways in the EQT Blue Pack don’t stray far from the classic sportswear colours like white, grey and black, though they are accented with the distinctive EQT blue for a little pop of colour. Unless you want to go all bold, which you can go for the electric blue colourway with white accents.
Here’s a first look at all four designs before they are released on 7 December.
EQT in White
EQT in Black
EQT in Black
EQT in Blue
EQT in Blue
EQT in Grey
EQT in Grey
The adidas EQT Blue Pack retails for $200 each and will be released globally on 7 December.
The EQT Blue Pack will be available at selected stores including adidas Originals Pacific Plaza, Bugis+, ION, Paragon, Limited Edt, Pedder on Scotts, Seek, Trendz, The Social Foot, Tangs, Robinsons, Pacific Sports and AW LAB stores, ZALORA, and online.
What We’d Love To See From The Upcoming JW Anderson x Uniqlo SS18 Collection
London designers have been slaying in their collaborations with high street brands this year, from JW Anderson x Uniqlo AW17‘s line-up of colourful stripes and sensible winter workwear to Erdem x H&M who bestowed us with gardens of ornate florals on silk shirts, pants and suits. By any off-chance you saw the crowds these collaborations drew, you would’ve known they were set for success.
For those of us who weren’t travelling overseas anytime soon, the half of JW Anderson x Uniqlo AW17 collection dedicated to icier weather didn’t jive well with our practical sartorial needs. Unable to buy into all the pieces left us honestly unsatisfied, but our frowns have been turned upside down because JW Anderson and Uniqlo have just announced they’re teaming up again for another line of clothing for SS18.
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We literally know nothing about the collection other than it’s happening, so we can only hypothesise what’ll hit stores for our grabs early next year. If Anderson’s eponymous label’s SS18 runway looks are any indication of this upcoming drop’s aesthetic leaning, we can expect to see iterations of Bermuda shorts and printed t-shirts (maybe) for mens, and for womenswear asymmetric skirts and flowy linen.
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NYLON’s Ultimate Beauty Gift Guide: Limited Edition Holiday Palettes
There’s plenty we forward to when the holiday season comes around, and while the act of giving and receiving ranks high on our annual priorities, so do the following limited edition makeup palettes. Not everyone agrees, we know – but can you really resist those sparkling pigments and the sleek gilded cases that hold them?
We’re definitely ditching the mattes this Christmas and going all out in shimmery shades.
1. Urban Decay Heavy Metals Metallic Eyeshadow Palette, $88, available at Urban Decay stores, Sephora stores, and Sephora.sg.
Loaded with 20 metallic shadows, Urban Decay’s ultimate glam eye palette features an all-new formula to amp up the foiled effect and bring the most velvety feel to your lids. As usual, we’re in love with that insane colour payoff.
2. Hourglass Ambient Lighting Edit Volume 3, $140, available at Sephora stores and Sephora.sg.
The Hourglass Ambient Lighting Palette needs no introduction, but you’ll need to get acquainted with this limited edition release. Housed in a rose gold compact, the travel-friendly palette features 3 new exclusive shades for a flawlessly lit complexion.
3. Becca Après Ski Glow Face Palette, $82, available at Sephora stores and Sephora.sg.
We may not be blessed with the winter season here, but Becca’s exclusive face palette wants us to achieve that perfectly rosy cold weather-induced glow. Add a prismatic frost to your cheekbones and a natural pinch of pink to the cheeks for an after-ski radiance.
4. Guerlain Météorites Gold Pearl, $115, available at Guerlain counters and Sephora.sg.
Housed in a refined box reminiscent of an antique jewel, Guerlain’s delicate Météorites pearls now come in golden shades of white, yellow, pink, and champagne to give your complexion a warm wash of radiance.
5. innisfree Holiday My Palette, $27, available at innisfree stores and innisfree.com.
These limited edition palettes were made for Christmas – as if the festive shades of gold, purple, and red weren’t a dead giveaway. Adorned with cute Christmas tree motifs, the innisfree My Palette will help you get ready for that party in a flash.
6. Marc Jacobs Beauty The Wild One Eye-Conic Eyeshadow Palette, $150, available at Sephora stores and Sephora.sg.
With 20 plush eyeshadows in luxurious finishes to choose from, we’re dressing up our eyes in every shade from this Marc Jacobs Beauty Eye-Conic Eyeshadow Palette. Organised into 5 eye collections, this oversized zebra-printed palette is on top of our list.
7. M.A.C x Rossy de Palma Veluxe Pearlfusion Shadow, $72, available at M.A.C stores and counters.
Inspired by Spanish actress and model Rossy de Palma, the Veluxe Pearlfusion Shadow Palette houses 5 bold, irreverent shades in a decadent pearl finish to channel your inner Picasso. Oh, and did we mention the images change with every slight turn of the case? A work of art, indeed.
8. Fenty Beauty Galaxy Eyeshadow Palette, $82, available at Sephora stores and Sephora.sg.
RiRi’s Fenty Beauty launches are constant hits, and this holiday exclusive is no exception. The limited edition eyeshadow palette is flecked in 14 shimmery hues, ready to launch any look into the glittersphere.
9. Maybelline x Gigi Hadid Jetsetter Palette, $68.90, availability TBA.
Gigi knows exactly what we need to look photo-ready on the fly. The Jetsetter Palette has 4 eyeshadows, 2 concealers, 2 lip balms, a blush, a matte bronzer, a highlighter, as well as a mini version of Maybelline’s iconic Volum’ Express The Colossal Mascara.
10. LANEIGE Holiday Ideal Shadow Quad (Flash Gold Pop), $42, available at LANEIGE stores and counters.
Favoured for its pigmented, long-lasting formula, the LANEIGE Ideal Shadow Quad has gotten a glitter upgrade with the Flash Gold Pop. Go ahead and take on the festive season with these shimmering shades made with twinkling pearl glitters.
11. Sephora Collection Easy On the Eyes Eyeshadow Palette, $65, available at Sephora stores and Sephora.sg.
Whether you’re going natural or bold with your eye look, this massive mix-and-match eyeshadow collection is here for you. With 30 shades cascading from light to dark hues, Sephora’s very own palette allows you to create flattering matte and metallic looks.
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