It’s the season for chunky shoes and standout bags in summery colours, going by what fashion brands are rolling out this August. Instead of wearing the colour red to celebrate Singapore’s 60th birthday, you can show your patriotic side by toting your favourite local fashion brands—like Pedro, which has unveiled a striking, sexy hue for its Demi bag. Not quite local but sure to appeal to local tastes is Sandro’s preppy Fall/Winter 2025 collection, which is now available at the French fashion brand’s new boutique at ION Orchard. And if you’ve got a weekend getaway planned, you will want to bring some versatile sunglasses that will see you through it. Phoebe Philo has got just the pair.
Ahead, we spotlight all the hottest fashion launches and collaborations to shop this August 2025.
Pedro Demi Bag Singapore Edition
With its slouchy silhouette and distinctive handle design, Pedro’s Demi bag is unmistakable. Now, the Demi bag stands out even more, thanks to its Pedro’s Global Edition Series, which introduces a new colour of the bag dedicated to different locations. Just in time for Singapore’s SG60 celebrations, the homegrown fashion brand has introduced the Singapore edition of the Demi bag, which comes in bold, bright fuchsia. Find it exclusively in Pedro’s Singapore stores.
Longchamp La Voyageuse derby shoes
If you’re looking for preppy shoes that go the distance, Longchamp’s Fall/Winter 2025 collection has something for you. This season, the French fashion brand has unveiled the La Voyageuse derby, its take on a classic men’s shoe silhouette. Longchamp gave the lace-up shoes a French girl twist, crafting them from chic croc-effect cowhide leather in maroon. The shoes also come with chunky lug soles that will give you a comfortable boost in height.
Phoebe Philo Peak Sunglasses
Looking for statement shades for the summer? Consider the Phoebe Philo Peak sunglasses, which, if you ask us, are indeed peak sunglasses. The eyewear style features a pointy, trapeze-shaped design—Philo’s take on the classic cat-eye sunglasses. The frames, crafted from lightweight acetate, come in timeless pitch black, and you can keep the glare out with the dark brown lenses.
Sandro short pleated dress with rhinestones
Sandro’s Fall/Winter 2025 collection is full of stylish, preppy staples—think tailored jackets, striped polo shirts and button-down shirts. But the French fashion brand has also made sure to give these timeless pieces a nice twist. A line-up of jackets, shirts, skirts and the above dress, with a classic Peter Pan collar, come adorned with rhinestones, creating an ensemble that sparkles in motion.
Shop Sandro’s Fall/Winter 2025 collection at the new Sandro store (#B1-29A) at ION Orchard.
Polène Solé bag
Bored of the basket bag? French fashion brand Polène offers an alternative accessory for sunnier days: the artsy Solé bag. The shoulder bag is distinctively crafted from 240 polished “pebbles”, which are actually molded from archived leather offcuts from Polène’s ateliers. The pebbles are also held together by 120 macramé knots tied by hand (very crafty). This season, Polène has unveiled fresh colours for the Solé bag, including “Oat” (the brand’s answer to trendy butter yellow) and a pale, blue-green hue dubbed “Sea Foam”.
Cat Lifestyle Apollo 11 Boots
Cat Lifestyle, the American workwear and lifestyle brand, knows how to make an impact. To mark its parent company Caterpillar’s 100th anniversary, the brand has introduced The Centennial Boot Collection, featuring three limited-edition shoe designs. Each design is inspired by a monument or milestone that Caterpillar’s machines contributed to. The sturdy Golden Gate Bridge Boots feature the striking lines and colours of the San Francisco landmark. The Channel Tunnel, the underground tunnel that connects England and France, is alluded to in a pair of black boots with chunky yellow soles. (The shoes even feature a working head light and light-up soles.) But our favourite are the Apollo 11 Boots, featuring puffy uppers and Velcro straps, which pay tribute to the Apollo 11 Moon Landing.
Cat Lifestyle’s The Centennial Boot Collection is available via pre-order from Avenue Jem, Avenue North Point, and Avenue Tampines Mall.
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