SHENTONISTA

“I read a lot, and I’ve been able to do that a lot more now that I live in Singapore, because I travel by bus more than by bicycle, which gives me more time to read.”

“My comfort foods are a good bowl of mee pok, with chilli and lard, nasi lemak, and chicken rice—I’m a home-grown boy at heart.”

“I have more fun in my style choices now than I did at 25, and I’m more daring than when I was younger. If not now, then when?”

“One piece of advice I’d give my younger self would be to mind my health, and always take care of myself.”

“I’d like to have more time to drive my Land Rover around the region to take pictures, camp and just escape the daily grind.”

Whether subtle or statement-making, gold accessories can add detail and a touch of warmth to monochrome outfits.

“If I were a plant, I’d be a Euphorbia francoisii—it has dark leaves but also pink flowers, and that contrast describes my personality well.”

“The hardest part of being cabin crew is having to be away from family. Most of the time, we’re away for important occasions, or when something happens we can’t rush back in time for it.”

“I like a touch of Bohemian flair in my dressing, but toned down. I like details like embroidery and prints, but not sequins or anything too bright.”

“For some reason people are very afraid of the opposite sex when it comes to romance and dating. They’re extremely shy, don’t know what to say, and are just awkward in general.”

“I don’t wear a lot of makeup, and my style in general is very minimal, with few accessories. It’s all about comfort and convenience for me.”

“If there was one dish that described me, it would be chwee kueh—the basic foundations are there, but I have the option of being a little salty or a little spicy.”