No more FOMO-ing over not being able to cop trending fashion and beauty must-haves from overseas. Sift & Pick is Singapore’s newest online marketplace with a hand-picked selection of designer brands from Korea, Thailand, and around the globe.
Many of the platform’s offerings are unique, exclusive labels that can’t easily be bought anywhere else on our lil’ island. This includes independent designer bags and accessories that your favourite K-idols and A-list celebrities swear by!
Here are some of the international designer brands that weren’t available to us until now, so you can finally stop drowning in envy and start dripping with swag.
Ever-popular among the K-celebrity tribe, MARHEN.J is form plus function combined in the most understated manner.
The Ricky ($122) canvas bags are sturdy enough to hold all your barang-barang, and the sleek designs sport MARHEN.J’s signature contrasting strap and logo.
Rico ($120.70) and Ricky Mini ($92.40) are the smaller counterparts, ideal for when you want to travel light.
Strutting down the streets with these bags in tow will put you in the ranks of Girls’ Generation, SHINee, and Park Hana from the K-drama Apgujeong Midnight Sun, just to name some of the big-name fans of this brand.
BONUS: Use the code MARHENJ30 to enjoy 30% off all MARHEN.J’s new arrivals on Sift & Pick! Hurry, promotion ends 12 Dec 2018!
Be the reigning queen of the concrete jungle with these stunning ALICE MARTHA bags, designed and made in Korea.
The Vanessa ($78) and Mico ($78) bags feature simple silhouettes in classy, muted tones, making them the perfect complement to formal corporate fashion.
Meanwhile, the Selly ($78) is your go-to for elegant nights out, with a golden clasp adding a touch of sparkle to any outfit.
Made using premium leather, these bags have adjustable straps so you can carry them as a handbag, shoulder bag, or sling bag.
Shopping for guys’ presents is always a challenge, but the trick is to get them something that’s useful and will serve them well for years to come.
RAWROW’s series of minimalist bags – like this R Bag 430 Rugged Canvas ($115.90) – boast numerous compartments to sort all your essentials neatly, plus hardy material that’ll withstand wear and tear.
The 3-Way Pack 191 Microfiber ($229) can be used as a backpack as well as a carry-bag, allowing you to serve professional looks at the workplace and chill, laid-back vibes on the weekend.
Fashionistas will appreciate the Square 2-Way Original Bag 114 Cordura ($159.90). Available in a striking shade of Mustard, the high-capacity backpack will make you stand out in the crowd for all the right reasons.
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Nothing jazzes up your look like a nice statement piece of jewellery. Monday Edition is Korea’s answer to innovative pieces that explore quirky shapes and structures, resulting in accessories that are dainty and incredibly eye-catching at the same time.
Image credit: @sweetch_official
Dudes can dazzle the office with Sweetch’s series ranging from laptop bags, backpacks, totes and more. They’re a balanced mix of professionalism without being too serious, so you can still inject some pizzazz into the daily grind without lugging a stiff leather briefcase around.
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Be transported to the whimsical days of childhood with the Luvinball’s handcrafted gems. Hailing from Korea, the brand’s designs are centred around the concept of “a unique world within a glass ball”, creating glittery globes that dance in the light.
No need to splurge on air tickets just to snag the overseas brands on your wishlist. Sift & Pick curates all the hottest labels worldwide and brings them over to our sunny shores.
From now till end of December, enjoy FREE shipping storewide on Sift & Pick, so get that gifting going and end the year right!
As a bonus treat for TSL readers, use the promo code TSLGETS12 during checkout to get 12% off orders $80 and above. Not valid in conjunction with other promotions and discounts.
This post was brought to you by Sift & Pick.
Photography by Vanessa Teo.
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