BUYING GUIDE
1. THE NEW FRIENDSHIP BAND
Remember the days of colourful, handwoven friendship bands? Elevate that heartfelt sentiment with Monica Vinader’s new Linear Bead bracelet. Inspired by contemporary architecture, its sports a clean aesthetic with pave-set diamonds on linked flat discs fastened on woven rope chains. Available in sterling silver, rose gold and 18K yellow gold, the bracelets can be further personalised with engraved numbers, letters or meaningful symbols on both sides. From $410-$825, available from Sept 14.
2. RETRO COOL
With a future that’s looking bleak, brands are turning to the past for positive inspiration. The latest to do so is Swiss watchmaker Rado with the relaunch and reinterpretation of its vintage Captain Cook collection from the 1960s. The standout: the 37mm Rado Hyperchrome Captain Cook that’s limited to 1962 pieces (the year it was launched) with its black hightech ceramic bezel and brown vintage leather strap – hip, sporty and perfectly in sync with today’s cool aesthetic. The polished stainless steel case back also features three seahorses and a special engraving option, making this a timepiece for keeps.
3. FUR LOVE, FOR REAL
You might not be able to carry your pooch (or kitty) with you everywhere you go, but you can tote your love for them with the new Bailey and Bella collection from Bonia. Designed with cute, intricate pieces of split leather, Bailey (the dog) and Bella (the cat) are an adorable way to show your animal love. Available in four styles: a mini iPad pouch, iPad pouch, document pouch and a medium-sized tote.
4. ARM CANDY
This season, Jeremy Scott continues his love affair with bright colours and prints with the Moschino B-Pocket collection. Choose from an array of colours and materials ranging from black deerskin to pink calfskin, as well as on-trend patchwork versions in solid hues of baby blue and cherry red. Given everyone’s obsession with hardware details, there are micro studs in brushed gold or aged nickel, and meticulous hand-lacquered ribbing. With eye-catching double pockets and double zippers, the bags add that touch of edgy cool every ensemble needs. Available at Moschino Paragon (#01-04/05) and Marina Bay Sands (#01-15).