SHENTONISTA

“The kids always complain that I don’t spend enough time with them—I work six days a a week, so time with them is something I’m always trying to find.”

“When I was in Uganda with my family 25 years ago, that was home to me. When we came back to Singapore, this became home. Home is wherever I can come back to family.”



“I love baking—I usually try to bake for my friends’ birthdays, because it’s always a little more personal when you make it yourself.”

While Qaisara loves playing with colours in her work, she leans towards more muted tones in her wardrobe.

“The most spontaneous thing I’ve ever done? Buying tickets to Lady Gaga’s Las Vegas residency before buying the flight tickets.”

Celebrating the winners of the 2019 edition of Shentonista Of The Year—with a perfect day indoors.

“If I could make a lasting change in society, it’d be to narrow the inequality gap in Singapore.”

“I love the creative side of fashion, and my dream has always been to create beautiful silhouettes for women of all body sizes—this has always been my vision.”


“I never drink cold water, since I work in a field where taking care of my voice is such a priority.”

“Life is far less complicated than we make it out to be, so stop and count your blessings.”

Throughout this week, you’ve heard from Grace, Lisa and Sherlin in their own words; today, we’re bringing you a new perspective of our Shentonista Mothers from those who know them the best—their children and loved.

"When I made the decision to become a mum, I told myself that it was going to be the most important thing I was to embark upon, so I had to do it right, in my own way."