There’s a special excitement about gift shopping—finding that perfect item feels like a little bundle of thoughtfulness and love. Presented by Boutiques Singapore, the Gifting Edition 2024 invites you to revel in the art of gifting with a shopping experience designed to inspire. Returning to the F1 Pit Building from 22 to 24 November, this three-day affair boasts an eclectic mix of 300 brands, including 90 exciting newcomers, ensuring a treasure trove of meaningful finds spanning fashion, jewellery, home décor, gourmet treats, and more.
This year, Boutiques Singapore is taking things up a notch with a revamped experience that’s bigger, and more inclusive than ever before. The event has expanded to include even more diverse brands, making sure there’s something for everyone—whether you’re a style enthusiast or a home décor aficionado. You’ll discover returning favourites alongside fresh faces, including international names.
But it’s not all about shopping—this year’s edition also features expanded amenities to enhance your experience. The revamped F&B zone promises an array of delicious offerings, from gourmet snacks to refreshing drinks. Families will love the new, spacious parents’ area, while wellness workshops provide a serene escape for relaxation and rejuvenation.
In keeping with its commitment to supporting local talent, Boutiques Singapore is also partnering with the DesignSingapore Council (DSG) to shine a spotlight on homegrown brands. This collaboration presents an exclusive display of local creativity, featuring designers like Tan Wei Xiang, STUDIO KALLANG, and GIN&G, who will present their work in a dedicated exhibition space, showcasing a combination of skilled artistry, forward-thinking design, and sustainability.
It wouldn’t be the season of giving without giving back to where it matters most. Boutiques Singapore keeps the spirit of giving alive by teaming up with charity partners like ART:DIS, Babes, and Sew Can We. These organisations will be offering a curated selection of handcrafted treasures, so visitors can take home something special while supporting their inspiring missions. And, for those looking to make an even bigger impact, Books Beyond Borders invites visitors to donate books that help fund scholarships for girls in rural Nepal—a meaningful way to give back while finding your next great read.
For 2024, the Vogue Singapore Foundation returns to The Gifting Edition with a dedicated edit called ‘The Accessories Edit’. After last year’s apparel-focused showcase, this year’s booth shifts its focus to accessories from local designers Ask & Embla and Closet Children, each offering an array of unique and striking pieces. Additionally, visitors will also have the chance to purchase Club Vogue merchandise and memberships. As an exclusive offering, the membership provides access to premium content and privileges across fashion, beauty, and lifestyle, along with invitations to VIP Vogue events. A portion of each membership goes towards supporting local creatives through the Foundation.
Ask & Embla
Since its debut in 2013, Ask & Embla has carved out a distinct space in the world of jewellery design with its darkly enchanting and unapologetic take on accessories. Founded by creative director Olivia Eleazar, the brand offers an alternative and experimental approach to adornment, with each piece hand-sculpted from a mix of metals like sterling silver, gold, rhodium plating, and stainless steel.
At this year’s fair, the brand will showcase its latest Blackletter Charms collection, a stunning series of neo-gothic alphabet charms crafted from 925 sterling silver. These bespoke creations feature Fraktur calligraphy, hand-lettered by Olivia herself, turning each charm into a personal symbol of identity. The charms, complete with a signature spindled star accent, are designed with intricate details and a three-dimensional sculpted finish, enhanced with interchangeable clasps.
But that’s not all. The local brand will also present its Aetherium collection, a striking fusion of cyberpunk aesthetics and spiritual symbolism. Inspired by the intersection of humanity and technology, Aetherium combines high-precision, mechanical elements with organic materials like quartz, amethyst, and onyx, a blend of future and mysticism. Alongside Aetherium, the Gothica and Essentials collections will also make their mark at the booth.
Closet Children
Closet Children, founded by Rachael Cheong, began as part of a fashion blog and has since blossomed into a brand that explores the magical and transformative power of fashion. Drawing inspiration from the bejewelled metamorphosis of magical girl anime, Rachael crafts pieces that combine the softness of gossamer with the toughness of armour, blending the delicate with the daring.
For this year’s booth, the homegrown brand will present a range of chokers, amulets, bracelets, earrings, and rings, each piece handcrafted with precision. Infused with an electric mix of fantasy and fierceness, these designs are a nod to both whimsy and strength. Designed with intention, each item speaks to the power of self-adornment, saturating the everyday with a touch of fantasy and audacity.
Boutiques Singapore will be held from 22 to 24 November at the F1 Pit Building. Tickets and more information are available here.
