SHENTONISTA

“I prefer dressing in bright-coloured clothing and accessories, and I like mixing and matching. My favourite fashion label is the Australian brand Gorman."

“I've always felt that it’s very important to have a healthy relationship with food, especially at a young age.”

“As an architect, I like materials that have some tactility to them. Many people prefer materials that are easier to clean, but I don’t mind a bit of dust. I don’t mind cleaning so even for my own home, I tend to gravitate towards textures that allow more me to be more creative.”

"In Singapore, the design scene is very focused on going higher and higher, and reaching achievements and success. Which is not to say that's wrong, but I think sometimes one gets a bit too wrapped up in that, which can be very exhausting, especially in school where everyone around you is like that.”

"The same materials can produce different outcomes in different hands. Approaching tea brewing with a genuine heart is part of what makes good tea practice."

“I’m turning 25 this year and am learning to enjoy my own company, and keeping my body and mind fit as much as possible. As a start, I've recently begun going for runs and boxing classes. Although I’m rather new to these hobbies, I’ve already made them my personality traits!”

“I work full-time in events management and also freelance as a theatre lighting designer, which are two very time-consuming jobs. That said, I’m thankful that my colleagues and the people in my personal life have been so supportive and accommodating, especially since I’m all about that work-life integration.”

“As a Global Advisory Chef in a dairy company, I’m not just selling products but expertise in foodservice. Providing solutions for my customers, many of whom have become good friends, is very fulfilling.”

“This year, I want to learn to cook nutritious, delicious, and reasonably-priced dishes! I constantly crave fresh, plant-centric meals, but with rising food prices and the issue of food security, it seems the most sustainable for me to prepare them myself with local or regional produce.”

“My long-term goal as an artist is to publish a comic of my own. It’s so easy to do so these days, even without a traditional art school background! So once I have a well-thought out narrative and everything, I'd like to publish my own comic. It's still in the works, so no further comment!”

What first drew us to Kelly was her cute brown hat, which stood out amidst the rows of vibrant resortwear and colourful trinkets at Boutique Fairs Singapore. Dressed head to toe in a well-coordinated getup that she told us was from Hong Kong, she got us thinking—who knew neutrals could look so good?

“Having a kid really changes things in a parent’s life. I left my job as a creative director recently to start my own agency, because I want to create something tangible of my own that I can pass on to my son in the future. I think it’d be nice, even if he were to take over and screw it all up!”