Dreaming about your next beach holiday? Well, pack your bags and book that next flight out to Bali – because we’ve sorted out your ultimate vacation wardrobe. From sexy swimsuits to chic cover-ups, here’s our pick of the best resort wear stores in Singapore to make you look like a bona fide beach goddess.
Vamastyle
We have been following the ever-so-stylish creative director of Vamastyle, Kaitie Manani for many years now (we even had her show us around her old haunting grounds, Cluny Court!). So when in search of the perfect vacation wardrobe, only one name springs to our mind: Vamastyle. Inspired by all things bright and colourful, the label is our port of call for chic swimsuits and resort wear that’ll have you looking – and feeling – like a beach siren. Channel a boho-chic holiday vibe with Vamastyle’s sexy sundresses, off-the-shoulder tops, and kimonos from the Spring/Summer 2016 Saltwash collection.
Vamastyle, various stockists. See website for details.
Willow & Huxley
Willow & Huxley is always our go-to when we find ourselves in a sartorial bind. The multi-label boutique on Amoy Street is a veritable Aladdin’s Cave of chic international designer brands such as Bec & Bridge, By Malene Birger, and many more. And rest assured, you’ll always find the perfect piece at Willow & Huxley, whatever your wardrobe needs may be: a fancy evening gown, sexy party frock, and even stylish beach wear. Take your pick of comfy-chic maxi dresses, playsuits, and lounge pants from resort wear labels like Zulu & Zephyr and Sancerre, and stylish leather sandals from The Tui Collection and Lilla Lane.
Willow & Huxley, 20 Amoy Street, Singapore 069855, p. 6220 1745. Open Mon- Fri 9am-8pm, Sat 11am-3pm.
edit lifestyle
From the latest swimwear and cover ups, to hats and sunnies, edit lifestyle is every beach bunny’s dream come true. Helmed by style maven, Florence Lim, the multi-label boutique stocks a curated collection of resort wear labels such as Melissa Odabash, Lemlem, and Josa Tulum. If you’re looking to channel tropical-glam, be sure to check out edit lifestyle’s in-house label, Alba, for chic kaftans and maxi dresses with bright hues and vibrant patterns.
edit lifestyle, 137-139 Tanglin Road, Tudor Court, Singapore 247927, p. 6836 5686. Open Mon-Sat 10am-7pm, Sun 1-7pm.
AQUARIVA
Bringing Riviera chic to the sunny shores of Singapore is AQUARIVA, the resort wear label that your vacation wardrobe is sorely missing. Chock-full of summer staples such as tank tops, playsuits, kaftans, dresses, and tailored shorts, AQUARIVA makes dressing up for tropical, balmy climates a total breeze. Its pieces are versatile too, making them perfect for any occasion – whether it’s a poolside party, Sunday brunch, or cocktails at Tanjong Beach Club.
AQUARIVA, various stockists. See website for details.
Simone Irani
Ladies, welcome to resort wear heaven! Tucked away in Cluny Court, Simone Irani is a multi-label boutique with a distinctly ‘gypset’ vibe – think bohemian gypsy-chic for jet setters. Apart from its in-house label, Simone Irani is bursting with effortlessly stylish swimwear, dresses, kaftans, and accessories sourced from all over the globe. If you love vibrant colours, bold prints, and playful designs, then you’re in for a treat at Simone Irani.
Simone Irani, #02-17 Cluny Court, 501 Bukit Timah Road, Singapore 259760, p. 6468 8486. Open daily 11am-9pm.
Baliza
Whether you’re jetting off to Bali or the Balearic beaches of Ibiza, the perfect vacation wardrobe awaits at Baliza. The label offers a socially conscious collection of 100% cotton resort wear handcrafted by artisans in India. Picky shopaholics will definitely find something here that suits their style: embroidered kaftan, colourful printed sarongs, bohemian tops, floaty maxi dresses, harem pants, kimonos, and even a kids’ collection for little beach tots.