SingaporeAt a meeting You wouldn’t think so, given Singapore’s rules-happy reputation, but business meetings are actually super casual here (well, dresswise at least). Jackets aren’t required, ties are rare, and both sexes wear oxfords and slacks. For women, trendy peg-leg pants are often permissible.
On the street Those in their 20s and 30s strut in tank tops, hot pants (board shorts for boys), and flip-flops. A polo shirt by Fred Perry or Ralph Lauren is a popular option, as well as anything from casual mass-market stores.
At a party “A Marni dress with Giuseppe Zanotti sandals for house parties,” says Aun Koh, director of Singapore-based Ate Consulting. Brands are important to upper-class dames, who competitively collect Hermès bags. Men wear designer jeans from the likes of G-Star Raw and Dr. Denim.
P.S. Hems are worn high at every age—get your gams ready.
