After working with international brands like Nike, ASICS and IWC Schaffhausen, Mark Ong, aka Mr Sabotage, has taken on a collaboration that is rooted right at home.
The Singaporean streetwear designer has teamed up with the local property technology company, PropertyGuru, in celebration of Singapore’s 60th birthday, dubbed SG60. The result of the collaboration is a reversible jacket designed by Ong: one side is marked by classic pinstripes, while the other side comes in bold red and is embroidered with motifs inspired by local culture. The back of the jacket is also emblazoned with the phrase “Orchid City”.
Clearly, the jacket embodies two very different attitudes: it is both business and casual. This is a nod to the duality seen in PropertyGuru’s property agents, who approach the demands of their jobs with purpose and professionalism, while carrying out a role that requires them to establish personal connections—that is, helping their clients find a sense of belonging and a place to call home. The jacket also honours the SG60 theme, “Building Our Singapore Together”.
“Creating this piece was personal,” says Ong about his latest collaboration. “PropertyGuru and I both started here in Singapore. Collaborating on something that honours the people who help shape this country, especially those who do it quietly, like property agents, felt meaningful. This jacket is for the agents who inspired it, and for every Singaporean who puts heart into building something greater than themselves.”
Ong’s jacket for PropertyGuru will see a limited release. Only 150 pieces have been created, and many of them have been reserved for PropertyGuru’s standout agents. 10 jackets will be released to the public through special activations throughout Singapore; you can find out more on how to get your hands on one by following PropertyGuru (@propertyguru) on Instagram.
Ahead, Ong tells GRAZIA Singapore more about his collaboration with PropertyGuru, the craftsmanship that went into the exclusive jacket, and the reactions he got when he wore it out for the first time at Paris Fashion Week.
What made you want to collaborate with PropertyGuru?
Mark Ong (MO): I’m drawn to first-time experiences. They push me creatively. Collaborating with PropertyGuru gave me a chance to use my design language as a form of communication to bridge different worlds. It also adds that element of surprise to my brand, which I always strive for.
Before the collaboration, how did PropertyGuru shape your own housing journey?
MO: Just last year, my wife and I felt it was time for a change in environment. We turned to PropertyGuru to start our search and, within a few days, found a place that felt right. We’re pretty decisive. After just one viewing, we signed the lease. It was that seamless.
What did you want to capture in your collaboration with PropertyGuru?
MO: To me, collaboration is a conversation. After a few calls with the PropertyGuru team, I understood their goals and translated them through my lens. We aligned on one simple idea: let’s create something I would proudly wear to Paris Fashion Week.
What were your inspirations for the collaboration?
MO: The key narrative was duality. I proposed a reversible jacket inspired by vintage souvenir jackets—sukajan style—with one side that was all business, and the other, all party. The design elements of the jacket reflect local identity: Peranakan windows, a Singapura cat, and orchids. Each side tells a different story, just like the homes we live in.
What craft techniques went into creating the jacket?
MO: Embroidery was key. It’s the soul of any true souvenir jacket. We paid close attention to the thread direction, knowing that even subtle shifts can change the entire mood of a piece. The tension was intentionally set slightly loose to create nuanced imperfections—giving it character, not perfection. This is the Sabotage way.
What is your favourite detail on the jacket?
MO: Aside from all the technical details, my favourite touch is that little pop of red that peeks through when you wear the grey side. It sparks curiosity, like a quiet hint that there’s something more beneath the surface. I love pieces that invite a second look.
What are some reactions you received while wearing the jacket out and about in Paris during Fashion Week?
MO: The grey side blended right into the Paris fashion scene. Pinstripes are timeless. But when I flipped it to the red side, it definitely turned heads. People were curious, and it gave me a chance to share a bit of Singapore through the orchids, the Singapura cat, and the Peranakan details. That reaction made the whole project feel meaningful.
How would you style the jacket differently in Singapore?
MO: In Singapore’s heat, I’d style it with a tank top, some jorts, and loafers—easy, breezy, and still sharp. It’s about staying cool without compromising style.
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