As the holiday season swiftly approaches, nostalgia sets in and we find ourselves reminiscing over key moments from the year. 2024 was one for the books for fashion, as we bid farewell to several of fashion’s greatest minds following the departures of Pierpaolo Piccioli, Dries Van Noten, and John Galliano from their respective houses. We also said goodbye to the quiet luxury style trend that pervaded everyone’s social media timelines last year, and with it ushering in the return of an eclectic late ’80s and early ’00s maximalism. Micro trends such as bag charms, wedge sneakers and cropped capri pants were sartorial favourites this year, their influence cemented by the approval of celebrities and style mavens worldwide.
Here at Vogue Singapore, we took this time to look inwards, celebrating our wins both big and small. There was our March issue featuring renowned Malaysian cosplayer Hakken as the late fashion icon Tina Chow, our April cover that saw Pop star Charli XCX lensed by the iconic Nick Knight, and four trailblazing models from around the region for October. We also celebrated our fourth-year anniversary with the second iteration of our landmark event Next In Vogue, held at the historic Capitol Kempinski Singapore.
With so much time spent looking at and obsessing over fashion, which pieces caught our attention outside of work? There was certainly plenty of pondering—and brooding—over several dream buys this year, each encapsulating everything there is to love about this fantastical world. Below, the team each share their ultimate fashion purchase; from theatrical statement designs to archival pieces of history, and everything in between.
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Desmond Lim, editor-in-chief
Fashion wishlist pick: Prada men’s spring/summer 2025 reflective sunglasses
“Prada men’s spring/summer 2025 was all about transporting the audience, and these pair of shades are no exception. It makes you feel like you are in the midst of a rave, courtesy of a photographic image cast across the oversized lens.”
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Gordon Ng, watches & jewellery editor
Fashion wishlist pick: Chanel grained calfskin mini flap bag, $8,430
“I learned this year that I am not so immune, after all, to the charms of a Chanel bag. My lust for tweed grows, but at the moment this little beauty has my attention: all black shiny calfskin, no quilting, and gold hardware—so severely chic.”
Available at Chanel.
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Azrin Tan, senior digital writer
Fashion wishlist pick: Chloé blue cape maxi dress, $7,056
“A billowing, frilly maxi that teems with whimsy—this Chloé gown is everything a girl (and hence, I!) could wish for. Where one could wear the dress of her dreams and traipse about without a care in the world. See you on the other side…”
Available at SSENSE.
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Janice Sim, digital editor
Fashion wishlist pick: Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Split ring, $1,400
“Undeniably, a piece of jewellery that is enduring through the ages, the Elsa Peretti Split ring’s beauty lies in its sculptural shape and the startling silver that glistens from every angle over its curvature. By taking the form of one’s finger, this particular piece has been on my mind since I tried it on at the store—and still eagerly waiting on that text back on my ideal size.”
Available at Tiffany & Co..
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Dominique Yohanes, contributing beauty writer
Fashion wishlist pick: Alexander McQueen knuckle clutch in multicolour, S$10,350
“Despite my usually minimal tastes, I’ve admired the theatrical accessories from Alexander McQueen for several years now. And to me, none encapsulates their flamboyant DNA so much as their knuckle clutches. This season it’s this multicolour design—featuring colourful, ‘exploded flower’ embroidery—that is catching my eye.”
Available at Alexander McQueen.
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Emily Heng, associate beauty editor
Fashion wishlist pick: Chrome Hearts Plus Nail ring, $891
“I’ve been hankering after this specific Chrome Hearts ring for the longest time. I’m a sucker for anything that looks utilitarian but dainty at the same time, and it’s safe to say that this piece ticks all the boxes. Plus I’m obsessed over its unique shape—it’s a literal nail bent and moulded to fit your finger.”
Available at Chrome World.
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Maya Menon, fashion features editor
Fashion wishlist pick: Schiaparelli haute couture spring/summer 2024 dress
“Owning something couture, made-to-measure, that fits perfectly and is one-of-a-kind is definitely on my wishlist. While many pieces from Schiaparelli are on my radar, the ultimate would be a beautiful gown, like this incredible satin dress with an aerodynamic bow. I’d wear it exactly like this, with the resin and rhinestone earring too. Perfection!”
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Bryan Ho, fashion features writer
Fashion wishlist pick: Hermès vintage Haut à Courroies bag, $43,795
“There are few things as chic and timeless as a Hermès bag, and this Haut à Courroies—more commonly known as the HAC—number checks all the boxes. Its capacious size makes it the perfect companion for work or travel, and the calfskin exterior features some of the most gorgeous natural patina I’ve ever seen on a bag.”
Available at Grailed.
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Jasmine Ashvinkumar, senior fashion stylist
Fashion wishlist pick: Madame Grès Alix silk dress
“When it comes to true works of art, nothing comes close to the ethereal creations of the elusive French couturier and costume designer Madame Grès. This dress is so romantically and masterfully draped, and its design influences can still be seen in many designers today.”
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Jesslyn Lye, writer
Fashion wishlist pick: Simone Rocha crystal buckle ballerina sneakers, $1,244
“I absolutely love the idea of ballet sneakers, and this pair from Simone Rocha ticks all the right boxes. It’s the perfect amount of chunky, and its cross-cross straps add an extra touch of femininity. It may look understated at first glance, but the devil is in the details—from the pleats at the front, to the buckles embellished with pearls and crystals.”
Available at Simone Rocha.
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Nicholas See, fashion stylist
Fashion wishlist pick: Ziggy Chen deconstructed long shirt, $1,937
“I love Ziggy Chen’s treatment when it comes to textile, and this shirt is a stellar representation of it.”
Available at Farfetch.
