Uniqlo mag with collectable tote
Our recent trip out to Ion Orchard included a peek at the 2-months old Uniqlo outlet. This is the latest Japanese brand that’s already won plenty of fans in Singapore. In fact Uniqlo is set to dominate Singapore basic wear scene with plans to open its largest outlet in Southeast Asia in 313@Somerset, a new mall due to open in the last week of November this year. 313@Somerset is going to be the latest kid on the block along the Orchard stretch, just a stone’s throw away from the other newbie Orchard Central, which in my opinion is a flop with the really bad layout, to say the least. Oh I could go on about what a mistake Orchard Central is, if not for some really delish F&B outlets there.
Anyway I digress.
I’ve heard so much about Uniqlo. Have even been up East but didn’t step into their 1st Singapore store in Tampines — it just wasn’t alluring enough with the crowd. I’ve also heard from friends and strangers alike how the stuff in Japan is much cheaper, the range in Singapore is more limited, … I’ve heard someone compare Uniqlo and Muji, but the Muji stuff includes clothing, bags, household goods, and food. And Muji colours are earthy unlike Uniqlo’s. Just check out Uniqlo’s skinny belts at S$14.90 — there’s the whole array of colours, including pink, yellow, white and black. Or the leggings — stripes, checks, brown, purple, … I suspect there’s s’posed to be more but they’re sold out. There are even the jeans-leggings. Real pretty in blue and ash — only left in 1 size of M/L.
HeatTech Camisole by Uniqlo
What I found interesting was the HeatTech wear, which apparently has heat generation and retention powers — I haven’t tried them yet but they look real comfy. Launched in 2004, this is a 5-year old technology (my, I’m really out of the loop), but the team has been refining the features and design for women. The HeatTech fibres in the women’s selection contain natural amino acides from milk protein, which is what’s making the clothing smooth and soft to touch. There’s even an antibacterial agent that’s supposed to minimise odours. This range is real handy for fall and winter cos it’s not bulky or stiff like some thermal wear we know. All good cos we can spot a slimmer (prettier) look in the colder weather.
Actually I think Uniqlo is a great place for the modern seasonal essentials: shirts and Ts, dresses, scarves, belts, leggings. It’s like a Giordano and Topshop combined, and at good quality and prices too. I kinda think this is equivalent to Old Navy, one of the frequent online shops I browse for pretty colours if for nothing else. But if you’re looking for more uppity design, you will need to seek out the likes of Zara or your fave luxury brands.
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