I'll admit that part of the reason why I chose the poly route three years ago was because they don't require uniforms. Hey, don't judge! You'll get tired of uniforms too if you had to bleach and iron them almost every other day for all four years of secondary school. Besides, it's always fun to come back after the semester break because everyone will be decked in snazzy new clothes that they bought over the holidays.
There is a common misconception that poly students are a sloppy bunch, but I think our students look pretty good in terms of dressing and here is the proof!!!
Name: Alexis Chen
Age: 19
Course: Mass Communication, Year 3
Alexis stands out easily in a crowd of students at Ourspace@72 with her bright smile, long tresses and equally long legs. Sporting a casual loose top paired with a strappy wedges, the spunky girl revealed that she "never repeats [her] clothes." But don't take her for a spoilt princess, because she loves a good bargain and gets most of her clothes from...her mother's wardrobe!
Shirt - Mother's wardrobe
Shorts - New Future ("But I bleached and distressed them by myself.")
Hat - Far East Plaza ("Ten dollars only!")
Accessories - Diva, various blog shops, handmade by friend and mother's wardrobe.
Name: Nur Wajihah
Age: 18
Course: Nursing, Year 2
Wajihah goes bohemian chic with a flowery wristband and a vertical striped maxi dress, but toughens up her look with some unusual rings.
Dress - Flea market at *SCAPE
Shoes - Charles and Keith
Accessories - Collected from Bangkok and Malaysia
Q: Who are your fashion icons?
A: "Twiggy and Audrey Hepburn! I like how they dare to be different and try new things."
Name: Chua Jie Le, Keane
Age: 18
Course: Mechatronics, Year 2
Keane keeps it smart casual with a crisp white shirt and a pair of blue jeans, but switches things up with a pair of boots and tribal keychains.
Shirt - G2000
Jeans - The Denim Shop (They cost a whopping $400, but a good pair of jeans will last for a very long time)
Keychain - Bangkok
Shoes - Clarke's
Glasses - Levi's
Name: Lavinna Kaur
Age: 19
Course: Mass Communication, Year 3
Looking good does not equate to splurging a whole month's allowance on branded goods. Lavinna shows a perfect example of how it is the person that makes the clothes, not the other way around. We are, after all, poor students. ):
Top - Cotton On
Cardigan - Cotton On
Jeans - Dorothy Perkins
Shoes - "A random shop in some mall"
Q: What is a staple item in your wardrobe?
A: "Jeans and a simple dress."
Name: Cheryl Ee
Age: 19
Course: Business Studies, Year 3
From her shirt to her bag to her short and even to her nail polish colour, Cheryl matches her outfits accordingly to create a look that's casual but not sloppily thrown together.
Tank top - Topshop
Shirt - Cotton On
Shorts - Forever 21
Shoes - Phuket
Necklace - "Bought from Guangzhou, when I went to China for a study trip!"
Q: How should a casual and comfortable outfit be worn in order to not look sloppy?
A: "Match your clothes with something extra, like for example, if you are wearing a tank top, dress it up with some accessories."
Name: Izmir Shah
Age: 18
Course: Aerospace Technology, Year 2
Izmir chooses to wear comfortable clothing, but does not compromise on style with an eye-catching pattern and bright colours. Check out his checkered shirt and bright red Vans!
Shirt - Bangkok
Pants - Bangkok
Shoes - Vans
Anklet - Bangkok
Q: How do you decide on what to wear for school?
A: "I just wear whatever that feels comfortable."
Name: Delight Ng
Age: 19
Course: Mass Communication, Year 3
If you think that Delight looks familiar, then you probably have heard of Kim Jonghyun before:
Yeap, you guessed it! She's a fan of k pop and an even bigger fan of popular South Korean boy band, Shinee.
Windbreaker - Uniqlo
Shirt - Bugis Street
Jeans - Uniqlo
Shoes - Takeshitadori, Harajuku, Japan
Accessories - Far East Plaza and gifts from friends
Non-prescription glasses - Online shop
Beanie - 77th Street
Headphones - Challenger's
Q: What is a must have item for you?
A: "Accessories! I will feel naked if I don't wear at least a ring"
Name: Shahrul
Age: 19
Course: Facilities Management, Year 3
Nothing feels as good as a pair of comfortable jeans. And hey, when you feel good, you look good as well right? ^^
Shirt - Zara
Jeans - Bought online
Accessory - 310 Woodlands
Shoes - The Denim Store
Q: What are some of your favourite brands?
A: "I like Flathead, Skulls and Redwings. I like wearing denim."
Name: Mavis Ngui
Age: 19
Course: Mass Communication, Year 3
This final year Mass Communication student's fierce attitude is clearly evident, from her facial expression to her cooler-than-you shades and Chanel bag. Yes, a Chanel bag for school. I am turning green with jealousy as well.
Shirt - French Connection
Jacket - Topshop
Tights - Uniqlo
Slippers - Havianas
Bag - Chanel
Shades - Reboonz
Alright that's all I have for this post, but don't forget to come down to Open House from this THURSDAY TO SATURDAY, 6 TO 8 JAN, to experience how poly is like, from the fashion to the food to the facilities, for yourself! We will also be giving out free NP tee-shirts at the Convention Centre to those who perform the NP Cheer...so remember to grab all your friends and join in the fun!
And here is a totally pointless but obligatory photo of my friend and I on the first day of school. It has been our tradition since year 1! This will be our last photo since we will be graduating soon. T_____T
Anyway the whole school has been pretty busy since it reopened because we are all getting ready for Open House 2011! SO PLEASE COME! I PROMISE IT WILL BE FUN! :D
Sophie