• Beauty
  • Fashion
  • Life
  • Women
  • Beauty Awards
  • Weddings
  • Beauty
    • Beauty
    • Makeup
    • Skin
    • Hair
    • Body & Fragrances
    • Aesthetics & Services
    • Best Of Beauty
    • Reviews
  • Fashion
    • Fashion
    • Shopping
    • Trends & Tips
    • Style Files
    • Watches & Jewellery
  • Life
    • Life
    • Food
    • Entertainment
    • Wellness
    • Travel
    • Tech
    • Sex & Love
  • Women
    • Women
    • Women Now
    • Career
    • Money
  • #HERWORLDHERSTORY
  • Weddings
    • Weddings
    • Gowns & Suits
    • Ideas & Advice
    • Real Weddings
    • Love Nest
    • Luxe
  • Beauty Awards
  • SPA AWARDS
  • HAIR AWARDS
  • Woman of the year
  • Age Is Just A Number
  • Video
  • Showcase
    • SingHealth 2020: Defining Tomorrow’s Medicine
    • Dior Capture Totale
Subscribe!
  • Also available at:
Privacy Menu
  • About Us
  • Contact Us
  • Advertising with Us
  • Conditions of Access
  • PDPA
  • Privacy Statement
SPH Media

MCI (P) 049/10/2021. Published by SPH Media Limited, Co. Regn. No. 202120748H. Copyright © 2022 SPH Media Limited. All rights reserved.

  • Beauty
  • Fashion
  • Life
  • Women
  • Beauty Awards
  • Weddings

Fashion

11 looks to help you nail survivalist fashion

F / Fashion

11 looks to help you nail survivalist fashion

In 2018, the daily battles we must fight may not be physical, but some good battle dress won’t hurt our chances. Here’s a gallery of 11 looks to shield you against the elements, feed your eco-warrior soul, or accompany you if you ever need a deep sea escape

by Rachel Tan  /   November 7, 2018

READ NEXT

5 things you must know when purchasing your first Rolex

Here’s the eco-bag to top all eco-bags – and why you should get it

12 looks we love from Prada’s S/S19 collection

https://www.herworld.com/gallery/fashion/survivalist-fashion-protective-gear-sportswear-shopping-eco-friendly/
11 looks to help you nail survivalist fashion
The Survivalist
image

In a world rife with crazy politics, fake news, plastic pollution and phone addiction (just four out of a whole lot of issues), the 21st-century woman can either fight or take flight. Well, we choose the former.

Scroll to see our survivalist gear picks – from a watch that accompanied James Cameron down to the bottom of the Mariana Trench, to reusable straws for eco-conscious.

 

ALSO READ: THE BUSY GIRL’S GUIDE TO ALL TYPES OF ACTIVEWEAR AND HOW THEY BOOST YOUR WORKOUT

 

 

 

This feature was first published in the October 2018 issue of Her World.

PHOTOGRAPHY KENNETH WONG, ASSISTED BY HIFZHAN/STILLS NETWORK

STYLING BRYAN GOH

HAIR CHRISTVIAN GOH/ARX, USING KEVIN.MURPHY

MAKEUP WEE MING, USING CHANEL

MODEL TALIA/MANNEQUIN

 

Pile it on
image

Protective gear to fend off all the elements: Balenciaga has you covered with not just one coat but two.

Nylon canvas coat (worn outermost), $11,080, nylon and canvas cost (this has five layer; the innermost black layer has down insulation), $10,140, wool turtleneck, $1,870, and silk dress (worn under), $4,410, Balenciaga. Plastic sunglasses, $380, Oakley.

Choose Prada Linea Rossa
image

Prada started Linea Rossa as a line of sunglasses in 1997. Relaunched this year, it has evolved into a high-fashion-meets-high-performance gender-neutral line. It draws on its origins in 1990s sportswear, but is built for 2018 needs. The refreshed range offers outerwear, footwear and specialty clothing like skiwear and snowboarding wear. Each piece features Prada’s iconic Linea Rossa emblem – a streak of red.

Nylon vest, $2,720, nylon skirt, $18,530, and polyester sneakers, $1,340, Prada. Plastic sunglasses, $380, Oakley. Naturehike PVC swimming float/waterproof bag, $17.50, Outside.

Choose Prada Linea Rossa (again)
image

The new materials used for Prada’s Linea Rossa line include conductive nanotech for effective body-temperature regulation; graphene and recycled polyester for padding; water repellent Gore-tex Pro microfibre; and the ultra-light, highly abrasion-resistant, and super-thin Nylon 3L. Prada has also renamed its Tela Tecnica sportswear fabric – it’s now called Tela Tecnica Pro, for its anti-wind and waterproof properties.

Nylon parka, $4,580, Prada. Big Bang Meca-10 ceramic watch, $31,300, Hublot.

The best of the best
image

The ultimate survivalist watch, Rolex’s Oyster Perpetual Deepsea is famous for being the first (and only) timepiece to survive the crushing pressure of the Mariana Trench, the deepest point of the Pacific Ocean, at 10,916m. This year, it gets an upgrade – aesthetically and mechanically. The bracelet is wider, and the watch is now equipped with Rolex’s cutting edge calibre 3235, which offers improved precision, power reserve, reliability, and resistance to shocks and magnetism.

Make yourself visible
image

This boot is not just made for walking. It has a neon pink nylon gaiter for maximum visibility (especially useful at night), and thick sawtooth rubber soles for ultimate protection and slip-resistance.

$2,160, Prada.

Faux fur over real fur
image

Part of being a good survivalist is making eco-friendly choices, like opting for faux fur instead of real.

Coat, $7,100, and PU leather belt, $1,100, Givenchy. Fjallraven cotton cap, $69, Outside.

 

Get the most out of what you wear
image

The world isn’t dystopian yet, but this jacket with removable and reversible parts (the lapels and inner shearling gilet can be detached, and the latter can also be worn inside out) will survive anything – or just offer you lots of variety (even if you are unimaginative, you can wear it six ways).

Lambskin-blend coat, $4,330, silk dress, $1,905, and velvet boots, $1,525, Longchamp.

 

To prevent dystopia from being a reality, stop using anything in non-reusable plastic. Dutch label Susan Bijl’s ripstop nylon bags are almost indestructible, and are made of the same lightweight materials used for hot-air balloons and parachutes.

Ripstop nylon bag, $49 for a large bag, and $39 for a small one, Kapok. Plastic sunglasses, $380, Oakley.

Lace up
image

You may need to kick butt in a hostile world. Doc Marten-inspired boots in black are contenders for the best footwear for doing just that.

From top: Patent leather boots, $1,370, Tod’s. Leather boots with metal plates (price unavailable), Giuseppe Zanotti. Calfskin boots, $2,970, Roger Vivier.

Keep your hands free
image

For the urban survivor, a backpack is a necessity. This one – with two side pockets and interior pockets – from MCM can also be hand-carried by its tubular top handles.

Stadt lambskin backpack in medium, $1,680, MCM.

Say no to single-use straws
image

Fight the good eco fight: Say no to plastic straws, or use reusable stainless steel ones. The straw pictured here is from local social enterprise Seastainable Co, and it comes in two sizes – Regular and Bubble Tea, both available in a set with two brushes for cleaning the straws, and a pouch of recycled linen to hold everything, for $7.50. The brand promises that 50 per cent of its sale profits will be channeled to marine conservation groups.

Polyester puffer jacket, $679, viscose dress, $489, and wool-blend turtleneck, $229, Calvin Klein Jeans. Acetate sunglasses, $1,020, Chanel. Silicone and plastic watch, $167, Swatch.

Get a trusty timepiece
image

To tackle life’s challenges, an all-terrain timepiece is pretty handy – not as handy as a Swiss army knife, but still good to have. Tag Heuer‘s Aquaracer Calibre 5 Titanium has a highly scratch resistant bezel and a Grade 2 titanium case. It’s water-resistant to 300m, and built for all kinds of extreme conditions, not just diving and other seafaring activities.

In two colourways (Arctic camouflage, pictured here, and Khaki, each with a matching Nato strap), $3,950 each. Nylon and canvas coat, $4,240, Balenciaga. Plastic sunglasses (price unavailable), Oakley.

  • TAGS:
  • prada
  • rolex
  • Rolex Oyster Perpetual
  • tag heuer
  • winter boots
  • winter jackets
SHARE THIS ON

T / Trending

Fashion

I Want Her Style: Joy Chang's elegant fashion aesthetic

Fashion

The best places to buy second-hand luxury bags in Singapore

Fashion

6 ways to get rid of unwanted clothes in your wardrobe responsibl...

Fashion

The best shoe repair shops in Singapore for your worn-out designe...

Fashion

Here are work outfits for a chic return to the office

Fashion

Stylish clip-on earrings for extra bling without the hassle of pi...

Fashion

Stay hydrated in style with these snazzy water bottle bags and st...

Fashion

What are Girls' Generation Yoona's favourite designer luxury hand...

Fashion

How to style your swimwear as part of your everyday look

Fashion

11 contemporary jewellery brands offering non-traditional engagem...

Fashion

The petite girl's dressing guide according to Girls' Generation S...

Fashion

These belt bags have gone viral on TikTok

Highlights
  • Women Kim Lim means business: Shaking up Singapore's beauty scene
  • Hair Give your scalp health a boost 
  • Makeup Always oily? This skincare-infused cushion is just what y...
Editor’s Picks
  • Shopping Shop these sunglasses worn by your favourite Korean celebs
  • Watches & Jewellery 16 affordable jewellery brands: contemporary, delicate je...
  • Shopping 18 fashionable flats you can wear to work and anywhere
  • Body & Fragrances What's your fragrance personality? Find out now at the Fl...
  • Style Files Korean celebs who are ambassadors of designer brands
  • Watches & Jewellery 13 investment jewellery pieces that you'll keep forever
  • Trends & Tips The best places to send your clothes for alteration in Si...
Newsletter Subscribe
Sign up for one of our free newsletters to receive the latest news, commentary and fashion features straight from Her World.

By signing up, you indicate that you have read and agreed with our Privacy Statement
Footer Menu
  • About Us
  • Contact Us
  • Advertise With Us
  • PDPA
  • Conditions of Access
  • Privacy Statement
?>">
SPH Media

MCI (P) 049/10/2021. Published by SPH Media Limited, Co. Regn. No. 202120748H. Copyright © 2022 SPH Media Limited. All rights reserved.