When we think of National Day merchandise, style and versatility don’t necessarily come to mind. That’s usually because of their use-once-a-year appeal. Plus, some of these National Day-themed products look overly patriotic.
Imagine wearing a Merlion print tee all year round. Not only does it look somewhat odd and awkward, but we’ll also need to crack our brains and think of ways to style it. Nonetheless, some brands have done their best, coming up with timeless options to mark Singapore’s 56th year of independence.
Here, we’ve curated some stylish red and white items – including bags, casualwear and a cute tumbler – that are super apt for National Day, yet wouldn’t look out of place on any other day.
Consider these items sure-fire ways of saying, “I love Singapore!” in style.
To kickstart your National Day celebrations, consider checking out Michael Kors’ in-store offers. From August 6 to 9, the Michael Kors boutiques at Mandarin Gallery, VivoCity and The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands will be running a 56% off promotion on selected products including — yes, you’ve guessed it — some red and white designs! Our favourite? This unabashedly bold red and gold small shoulder bag that drips glam and attitude.
On weekends, it’s time to give your work bags and totes a break, and reach for something smaller like this boxy clutch bag. It’s the perfect size for keeping all your necessities. Plus, it comes with a detachable strap, allowing for multiple ways of carrying this elegant and classy-looking bag.
Specialising in comfy and chic loungewear, Rawbought is celebrating our nation’s birthday this month with this sleepwear set in red and white to represent our flag. With its soft and breathable fabric, this short pyjamas set is perfect for our year-round summer weather, making our WFH days more bearable.
Casio has teamed up with homegrown illustrator Toby Tan to create a special merlion-inspired design that is based on the first analog G-SHOCK AW-500 model.
“For this year’s National Day watch, I used the colours red and white to create a design that shows my gratitude to this tough, small resilient island-home,” he explained.
Available from August 1, 2021.
White tees are one of our favourite wardrobe staples. Take it a step further with this tie-front design, turning your basic white tee from ordinary to extraordinary.
The easiest way to dress up a plain white tee? Reach for a printed red and white skirt, such as the batik piece above, to add some pizazz to your #OOTD.
Don’t feel motivated to exercise? Try adding brighter and bolder hues to your workout gear. A pair of fiery red cycling shorts, for example, might be the mood-lifter that you need to feel energetic and ready to burn some calories.
The qi pao (cheongsam) is one of the most feminine designs in the history of womenswear, and this floral print version makes for a standout piece to wear on August 9, Chinese New Year — or any day of the year really. Seal the look with the matching face mask that sports equally big and bright blooms.
Looking for a cool new pair of kicks? This pair of Nike sneakers checks all the right boxes, thanks to its timeless, sporty and subtly stylish design. We’ll gladly wear them with a flowy white dress or a red hot pantsuit, depending on our mood.
The disposable, one-time plastic containers that we often get from takeaways are wasteful and bad for our environment. Go light on plastic the next time you’re packing food from your favourite hawker centres, by using a reusable container like the stylish one above. With the eye-catching shape and colour, you’ll have no issues with picking up your takeaway order correctly from your favourite food stalls. It’s also designed to be leak-proof so you won’t risk having food spillage in your bag.
Featuring one of our all-time favourite cartoon characters Hello Kitty, this adorable and Instagramable tumbler gives us warm and fuzzy feels with every sip we take.
Unlike most reusable straws, this Starbucks x Fila design comes in a foldable, space-saving format we love. It even has a dedicated case that’s complete with a key chain to minimise the chances of misplacing or losing it. How brilliant!