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.

Great Swedish Design : SANDQVIST Bags

Arne in Black (only at Orchard 22) -
A Reporter bag with two large compartments (one specially padded for laptops up to 17"). Two zipper pockets on the front, and a removable shoulder strap. Made out of highly durable cordura with grey lining, and handles in black vegetable tanned leather.


Stig in Blue (only at Cineleisure) -
A simple and classic backpack in heavy 18oz cotton canvas, with straps in belt leather. The backback has one zipper pocket on the inside and is padded in the bottom and back for absolute comfort, and fits up to 13" laptops. Straps are tanned into a cognac brown shade.

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If you've been around (we remember all your faces - we promise not in a creepy way), you will know that we're big fans of unfussy, uncomplicated, simply designed products.

Sandqvist (uber-stylish Swedish label), sits high up on our list of revered brands in store. The way each bag is designed and constructed is faultless to a tee. With completely different designs split between 2 stores, here's a teaser on what to expect at each store -


Only at Orchard 22



Only at Cineleisure



More designs, and definitely more colours in store. Sneak a peek on the Rockstar Instagram!

New In : Knowledge Cotton Apparel

40 years of family experience + responsible environmental practice + passion for quality = The winning formula of Knowledge Cotton.

A Danish company founded in 1969, Knowledge Cotton prides itself on using only high quality and handpicked, 100% Certified Organic Cotton in their apparel. Armed with the knowledge that conventional cotton farming is one of the most water-intensive and cotton is one of the most toxic crops across all types of agriculture, the greater emphasis on using only organic cotton is based on not only on sustainability, but also for the fact that it is softer and gentler for sensitive skin.




The Spring/Summer 2013 collection was designed and developed with nature in mind, and inspired by the big Atlantic waves of Southwest France! Immersed in the local culture, and battling the waves while at that, it led to a whole new understanding of comfort between the beach and boardwalk.

“More than anything, we came away with a new outlook — Remember to take a break. Break out of the box. Get away from the crazy hectic world of ours. Go out and explore the nature. Battle her, taste her, study her details. But treat her well! Above all, enjoy life.” - We couldn't have said it better ourselves.

The Knowledge Cotton Apparel Spring/Summer 2013 collection is now available at both Rockstars (Cineleisure and Orchard 22). From SGD89 to SGD159.

New Arrivals : Jack Spade, KEDS, Timberland, Military Watch Co

Jack Spade
(Only at Orchard 22)

Stowaway Duffel in Navy/Yellow, Grey/Red

The Stowaway Duffle collapses into a small carrying pouch for easy storage, and the pouch doubles as a functional snap-in pocket when the duffle is in use. Crafted from a featherweight nylon material, it is stronger and more structured than the typical foldaway bag.





Dipped Coal Bag in Natural/Orange, Blue/Light Blue, Navy/White (Not pictured)





Zip Top Coal Bag in Natural/Orange


Zip Top Coal Bag in Natural/Green

Jack Spade's Printed Canvas Zip Top Coal Bag is a utilitarian tote constructed from heavyweight 24-ounce canvas, and printed with a washed trompe l'oeil design. It features a canvas-reinforced bottom, and removable shoulder strap. The bag is detailed with custom die-cast Jack Spade hardware, including airplane rivets and a full-zip top.



Small Leather Goods

Mill Leather Clip & Fold Wallet in Tobacco, Black

Part money clip and part minimalist wallet, the Mill Leather Clip & Fold is crafted from soft cowhide leather. It features two credit card slots, a flap closure, and a herringbone lining. Watch it develop a beautiful patina with age and use.





Wesson Leather Vertical Flap Wallet / Swedish M90 Camo Printed Leather Vertical Flap Wallet / Credit Card Holder


Madras Vertical Flap Wallet

Our favourite amongst the bunch - The Madras Vertical Flap Wallet is crafted from fine-grain calfskin leather, and printed with a classic summer plaid design. The slim wallet features four credit card slots, money flap, soft napa leather trim, and navy cotton twill lining.





KEDS x Taylor Swift : BraveHearts
(Only at Cineleisure)


A collaboration between KEDS & Taylor Swift, this 4-design collection in store champions girls to be brave and true to themselves. Girl Power! Each shoes also comes with a specially inscribed charm, with her lucky number 13!


KEDS Champion in Red Guitar


KEDS Champion in Sunglasses Print


KEDS Champion in Rose Stripe

Not a fan of fancy prints? We have other new arrivals from KEDS in-store - Candy-hued Champions with glitter laces. Sneak-a-peek.


Timberland
(Only at Cineleisure)

Women's Classic 2-Eye Boat Shoe in Navy/Blumarine, Dark Brown/Brown

Just because we are feeling generous - Receive a Black Stainless Steel TIMBERLAND water bottle with every purchase of a nett-priced Timberland shoe. Take your pick from the new arrivals that have just landed in store. Visit our store for full details.


Women's Caska Kiltie in Red / Blue


Women's Rangely Brogue Oxford in Brown


Military Watch Company
(Only at Cineleisure)

Left - MWC21 Jewel Automatic Submariner in Black
This brand new Submariner Divers' watch is one of the latest automatic (self winding) 21 jewel military divers watches. Competitively priced, and elegant at that, this watch is slightly larger than the standard divers watch at 46mm including the crown. 200m / 660ft Water Resistant.

Right - MWC Limited Edition Classic Aviator models, based on military designs from the 50's. The watch has a traditional mechanical 17 jewel movement which is visible through the clear caseback. Scratch-resistant mineral with leather straps, and a stainless steel make.

More designs to mull over in store.

Highlights from March - New Arrivals

In our previous post, we interviewed our Apparel Visual Merchandiser on her long-running obsession with all-things-Seoul, accompanied by a 10-track playlist picked out by Bandwagon. Today, we pick out our Star Products of the month - items we would pack on a Spring trip to the capital of South Korea -


For a Saturday stroll along Hongdae Park -
*Only at Rockstar (Cineleisure)*


The Crochet line for Ladies from TOMS' latest Spring drop -
In Black, Ivory, Navy, Lemon & Silver

Like what you see? Find out how you can win a pair of TOMS here. Hurry! Contest deadline ends 8 April.


Crochet in Navy

How lovely would this look paired with a classic LBD, topped with a gemstone necklace (we'd pick one from The Vamoose)?


The Vegan line (made from Organic Cotton) for Ladies -
In Grey Earthwise Slate, Rust Earthwise Slate, Grey Ikat & Pink Ikat


Classic Slip-on in Pink Ikat


Slip-Ons for Men -
Grey Farrin, Burgundy Farrin, Black Ikat & Earthwise Rust *Vegan*




A sturdier & more versatile alternative to the classic Slip-ons - Cordones & Desert Oxfords
Grey Denim Yellow Pop Cordones / Black Denim Green Pop Cordones / Desert Oxford in Burnt Chambray / Desert Oxford in Chambray


Pop Cordones




The comfiest threads for Spring walks -


Beautifully cut silhouettes from Saturday Cruise and Dr Denim in store.


For hot tea on Jeju Island -




Vacuum Insulated Flask from KLEAN KANTEEN.

These bottles do triple duty as a mug, a thermos and a bottle. Completely leak proof, and here's the crazy thing - it keeps hot drinks piping hot after 6 hours (long meetings?), and iced drinks for 24 hours.

Also, doesn't retain or impart flavours - so you can go from iced tea, to smoothies, and just imagine being able to have a little bit of your favourite frozen yogurt with you everywhere you go. Still not impressed? These bottles are getting rave reviews online. Google it.


For shuttling gadgets & iPads from Cafe to Cafe -


Pathway Folios & Heathered Sleeve for laptops from INCASE



We especially love the utilitarian options that the Pathway Folio offers. It provides complete MacBook protection and opens to a convenient stand with an ergonomic typing angle, and an external slip pocket lets you carry essential documents.

What we'd pack for... Los Angeles!

In our last post, we picked out the top 7 highlights, along with the most dreamy playlist, from our trip to the coastal paradise of Los Angeles. Today, we're sorting things out for you and picking out the essentials we would pack.


We would totally pack...

These shoes for the Boardwalk

For Ladies -


'Alice' in Jaffa/Burnt Copper by Pointer


'Alice' in Peacoat/Burnt Copper by Pointer

This must be our favourite style for Women from Pointer's Sunbury Line. Made in a serious, studious boat-shoe silhouette, yet flirts with unexpected colours (hello, jaffa!), and made only in the softest, softest leather. The Alice is -hands down- the quintessential Pointer style.


Proudly Made-in-Portugal


For Men -


'Taylor' in French Roast/Burnt Copper by Pointer


'Taylor' in Stone/Burnt Copper by Pointer

Also from the Sunbury series, Taylor is a rugged, chunky style that balances out a looser, more casual outfit. Constructed out of a textural mixture of leather, suede and canvas, the Taylor also features a comfortable padded collar, and gives an otherwise plain and predictable outfit a laidback, scruffy vibe.





These Bags You Never Have to Worry About on a Surf Trip


A Baggu x MerBag collaboration

These are fun, loud, look-at-me bags you don't have to be gentle with. Fusing the signature Duck Bag silhouette from BAGGU with MerBag's utilitarian philosophy, this collaboration sees a heavyduty (and 100% waterproof) bag line that is the perfect size for wet equipment. This line is proudly Made in the USA.





These Watches for the Art Gallery
*Only at Rockstar (Orchard 22)*


'Black Panamerica', from the 'Wizard Print' series from Komono


The 'Fat Wizard' series from Komono

The Komono brand marches to the beat of their own drum. Combining the various elements of colour, design and a come-what-may attitude, they create timepieces that don't take themselves too seriously. A breath of fresh air. Also, all Komono timepieces are constructed with Japanese Quartz Movement.



The 'Magnus Print' series from Komono



These Easy Toiletry Bags





We love Maptote for their simple and uncomplicated illustrations. This series features a roomy cotton canvas pouch with fun drawings of all those toiletry items you don't want to forget. Helpful!


While you're at it, don't forget to pop by to both stores tomorrow, 20 March (Wed) - The newest arrival from TOMS' Spring'13 line finally touches down!