Out & About : What's your Flavour?

Have you swung by the Plain Vanilla Pop-up in store yet?

It's only been day 4 of the pop-up... and the response has already been overwhelming. Aside from stocking a mainstays menu of their signature favourites, PV Bakery has also whipped up 3 exclusive flavours made for us that have been selling like hot cupcakes. If you haven't managed to get your hands on them, we advise you to swing by early. Best time to come down? When our doors open at noon. Guaranteed freshness.

So inspired by these cupcakes that we thought we'd pair each flavour with a certain look. So tell us - What's your flavour?


✿ Inspired by Lavender Honey ✿




The Lavender Honey lady is ultra girly, classy and sweet - all at the very same time. She picks substance over fluff - preferring to pay the extra premium for modest, understated pieces that in return lasts her a lifetime. Her sass is in her extra attention to details, and she's not one to hide her indulgence for the finer things in life.

Clockwise from top left - Parkside Dress from Ace & Jig, Maine EDP from MCMC Fragrances, Lace dress from Merleni, The Art of French Cooking book by Julia Child, rings from Saught, earrings from Icing, necklace and bracelet from WoonHung, Teacup Slip-ons from KEDS, Ivory Crochet Slip-ons from TOMS


✿ Inspired by Rose Pistachio ✿




You can smell the Rose Pistachio girl from a mile away. She oozes an abundance of energy and a thirst for adventure. Always dressed for comfort first, her personality shines through her quirky pairing of pieces and her lighthearted take on life.

Clockwise from top left - Women's AFD by Pointer, Randy trousers by Twist & Tango, top by Twist & Tango, necklace from WoonHung, Poppy shorts from Rockstar x Al&Alicia, denim top from Dr Denim, makeup bag from Maptote, leather pouch from BAGGU, bracelets from WoonHung, pencil case from Maptote, cahiers from Math Paper Press for Rockstar


✿ Inspired by Violet Lemon ✿




You can never keep a Violet Lemon girl down. She is fearless, curious, and breaks all conventional ideas on what being a lady is all about. She is grounded by her strong moral values, enthusiastic about life, and generous and gentle to her loved ones.

Clockwise from top left - Snap jeans from Dr Denim, button-up shirt from Taylor Stitch, re-usable bags from BAGGU, Hannah from Pointer, An Economist Gets Lunch by Taylor Cowen, Tangerina Pants from Loreak Mendian, classic 2750 sneakers from Superga, accessories from Curious Creatures, Gina Stewart Cox & Jack Spade

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All items are available at Orchard 22 | The Plain Vanilla Pop-up is happening at both Rockstar Boutiques from 10-25 August | Promo of the week : Take 15% off all Pointer Footwear | 10% storewide discount all through August!

To The Screening Of : Before Midnight

Jesse & Celine; our favourite on-screen couple of all time!

Just 2 more days till Before Midnight officially hits our cinemas, and we're dying to know how things are going to unfold. Does Jesse ever stop being being an indulgent man-child? Who blows their top first? It's been awhile - will the years start to show? Will they - now as a married couple - still enjoy those honest, flirtatious banters that made us fall in love with their story in the first place?

Even better, we hear the story is set against the idyllic backdrop of Greece. We're imagining Julie Delpy in an off-white linen shirt-dress, and Ethan Hawke in his signature scruffy shirt and casual pants ensemble, and hell - if we're going to be this excited for a movie screening, we definitely should be dressing up for it.

Here's what we'd wear to the screening of Before Midnight...




For Her : Toms Classic in Aqua Umbrella / The Vamoose Brass Triangle Earring (Orchard 22) / Twist & Tango Jada Top (Cineleisure) / Loreak Mendian Tangerina Pants (Orchard 22) / Sandqvist Bob Backpack (Orchard 22) / Gina Stewart Cox Solo Nugget Bracelet (Orchard 22)



For Him : Toms Classic in Burlap Basket Weave / Sifr Long Sleeve Leisure Shirt (Cineleisure) / Knowledge Cotton Twisted Twill Shorts / Baggu Wedge Pouch (Cineleisure) / Military Watch Co G10 Automatic (Cineleisure) / Sandqvist Izzy Satchel

To the Screening of : THE GREAT GATSBY

We really like being housed in a cineplex: We're always the first to know when new movies are released, and always inspired by the buzz that comes from big/good/innovative films. This time round, the one that is getting us all geared up has to be The Great Gatsby. Despite the varying reviews, we are completely sold by their over-the-top trailer. 
The glitz, drama, and extreme decadence of the roaring 20's is so captivating. While we're decades late, how fun to relive the era (in our 3D glasses no less) for one night.  To complete our inspiration, we've put together our best Great Gatsby ensemble for you: From the cutest art-deco necklace, gold leather tote, to the smartest suede shoes and handsome well-cut shirts.

And while you're at it, we found this super cute tutorial on grasping the Charleston dance. Did somebody say after-party?

For the Ladies

* Find The Vamoose & Alphabet Bags (both restocked + with new designs) at Cineleisure. Find Ace & Jig & BAGGU (in platinum) at Orchard 22.

For the Gentlemen

* The above products can be found at Orchard 22.

Our newest baby... Rockstar at Orchard 22

2012 has been a crazy year for us.

We walked barefoot for a day in store on April 10 for One Day Without Shoes, inspired you to go Live your Story and who could forget the much-talked-about and completely sold-out Warehouse Sale?

Whilst our store at Cineleisure steadily tides you through your festive shopping with our annual Festive Market, we're bringing the big guns out and ending the year with a different kind of bang... At the other end of Orchard Road.

Last Friday, we officially threw (flung!) open the doors of our newest, and our biggest Flagship Rockstar store at Orchard 22.



Housed on the ground floor of a newly revamped building that is currently under conservation, Rockstar at Orchard 22 is located at the end of Orchard Road - right next to the Macdonald House, and a stone's throw away from Dhoby Ghaut MRT.

We want to run you through the store, starting by introducing you to a collaborative project that we've been working on together with, hands-down (!), our favourite Singaporean designer -



The debut Rockstar X Al&Alicia apparel collaboration!

‘We’re paying tribute to the gentlemen around us while we pinch style ideas from their wardrobes'

Inspired by the great pillars of strengths in our lives, our debut collection 'The Boy in Me’ features a collection of easy-to-go separates - everything from light tees, fitted shorts, flowy trousers, printed skirts, loose cotton shirts and shift dresses. Al & Alicia’s signature “effortless chic” is present in everything from the spot-on tailoring to the wearable design.




The sassy ladies from Al & Alicia could not have summed up it up more aptly. This on-going collection is only available at Orchard 22.


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Exclusives at Orchard 22 (you can't find these at Rockstar Somerset) :


Kiel James Patrick's Turk Head Knot Rope Bracelets (sizes available in store)



Handmade bracelets from Gina Stewart Cox (England) made with precious metals and gemstones bound together using vibrant coloured cord. The coolest thing about these bracelets is the fact that you are encouraged to wear them 24/7, all day every day. Even in the shower.



We have expanded our selection of Menswear at the new store with brands like Taylor Stitch (California) and Knowledge Cotton (Denmark) apparel, which we love pairing with our favourite Dr Denim Donk Chinos.



Clean-cut canvas and nylon haversacks from Bag'N'Noun (Osaka) that we just had to have.





Perfume oils + Eu De Parfum from MCMC Fragrances, a boutique fragrance brand based in Brooklyn. Heaven in a bottle.



Refillable glass bottles and Laundry Detergent from friendly household goods maker, Common Good.



Our good friends over at Books Actually have handpicked these memorable quotes from big-time, real-life Rockstars and got them printed on their signature paper cahiers, just for us.


At our flagship, we are also extending our love for casual styling to the newest addition to the family - your little ones.




TOMS for Infants & Youths, now available at Rockstar at Orchard 22.



SoYoung Toddler Backpack / Youth Converse

Popular amongst little kids and especially amongst celebrity moms, SoYoung (Canada) produces easy-to-clean and fuss-free lifestyle bags for parents and kids.


SoYoung Cooler bags & Toddler Backpack (more designs in store) - both bags powerpacked with insulated pockets and laminated and wipable compartments (you don't ever have to worry about spills!)



SoYoung's truly life-changing Charlie Diaper bag - A unisex bag to get you through the diaper years and beyond. This canvas workhorse looks as natural on Dad as it does on Mum, and is designed to hold everything you need for a trip to the playground or a day at work.


Daily operating hours for Rockstar at Orchard 22 is from 11.30am to 9.30pm. New goods arriving weekly.
Business is as usual at Rockstar at Somerset, Cineleisure.