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Amanda Chai

Style Correspondent

Amanda has been a journalist with The Straits Times since 2019. As correspondent on the style beat, her passion lies in dissecting the latest fashion and beauty trends, telling brand stories, and helping consumers shop smart. She co-led a multimedia project on greenwashing in the fashion industry that won Gold at the 2023 Society for News Design’s Best of News Design Creative Competition. On occasion, she pens features on youth and popular culture. Outside work, her two greatest loves are travel and thrift shopping - which is great for her beat, but not for her wallet.

Latest articles

Wednesday star Jenna Ortega wears S’pore jewellery brand Simone Jewels at Golden Globes

American actress Jenna Ortega wearing Simone Jewels earrings at the 83rd Golden Globes in Los Angeles.

Lingerie label Perk by Kate and art label Studio Qiling launch peachy CNY collection

(From left) Perk by Kate x Studio Qiling Mia Padded Crop Top, Perk by Kate x Studio Qiling print.

Continued rise of Chinese fashion and beauty brands: What it means for Singapore retail

acforward03 - Edition's opening event at Raffles City.

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Bathhouses and beyond: Singapore wellness players usher in new era of retreats and recovery for 2026

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under Life

Bag charms: Recession-proof way to flex personal style

Accessorising one’s purse with bag charms has become the de facto way to express identity and personal style.

Food plushies and merch: Whetting appetites for SG60

SG60 Breakfast Plush by Play Nation

The Most Wicked Non-Singaporean To Put Singapore On The Map Award goes to Johnson Wen

Australian national Johnson Wen at the Wicked: For Good premiere in Singapore on Nov 13, pictured moments after he had been thrown off the yellow carpet by security for attacking pop star Ariana Grande. He marred what was meant to be a momentous night for Singapore.

The Best Side-Turned-Main Hustle Award goes to live selling

Homemaker Emily Tan conducts daily morning live streams, before going about her mum duties.

Personal touch: These designers turn glass, sequins, metal yarn into handmade accessories

(Clockwise from left) Singaporean accessories designers Chua Ming Hui, Teresa Lim and Karyn Lim.

Last-minute Christmas gift guide: Beauty sets for every budget

Aesop Holiday Collection 2025.