SHENTONISTA

“I read voraciously as a young girl because we didn’t have a TV: I loved reading about dinosaurs, space, and ancient civilisations.”


“I’ve always been intrigued by the strength and gracefulness of ballet dancers, so I decided to pick it up as an adult.”

“Even when I'm eighty years old in my wheelchair, I’d still like to wear seersucker trousers and polo tees in my retirement home: still preppy chic with a hint of flamboyance.”

“If I had to describe myself as a genre of music, it’d be lo-fi post rock.”

“It’s okay to be underrated, because that doesn’t mean you’re not good enough.”

While a smile may no longer go a mile, being masked up shouldn’t curtail our way of self-expression.

“I see apparel as a designer's artwork: to me, my wardrobe is a collection of art pieces which I admire and appreciate from time to time.”


“I think my fashion sense is, in two words, damn extra. Unnecessary and extra, but that's just my concept .”

“When your way of thinking and perspectives change, the external stuff will follow suit.”

If you find yourself wondering if you should get back into the habit of reading, our Shentonistas Recommend list might be a good place to start.

“No matter how much you plan, there are some things you can’t control—and when that happens, it’s even more important to be clear of your priorities.”

“Sometimes, I sit down and stare at the details of my plants: I’d like to think they like the attention.”