Walking tall

HERE'S one for the ladies. Step out in style and steal the limelight in a pair of Giuseppe Zanotti heels. The luxe Italian shoe maker joins forces with New York's edgy label Thakoon for this year's Fall/Winter season, where black - the colour of sophistication - is a hot favourite. This gothic-themed black satin ankle boot, studded with stones and lined with purple soft leather, is a testimony of the partnership. The collection will be available exclusively at the new Ion boutique. Giuseppe Zanotti Design is located at #02-04 of Ion Orchard and #01-09 of Palais Renaissance.

Nautical style

WARM weather does not mean that you are only limited to tanktops and shorts. Exude that classy yet casual vibe in this breezy sleeveless cotton Liz Claiborne dress ($229). The blue-and-white palette hints at a nautical theme and the zigzag design on the skirt gives a contrast to the striped knit bodice. Go up the nautical scale by adding a red accessory. Available at all Liz Claiborne New York outlets including Ion Orchard (#B1-25) and Isetan Scotts Level 2.

Eco watch

THIS is a timepiece with a mission - raising eco awareness. It supports the Plastiki Expedition headed by environmentalist David de Rothschild. He and his handpicked crew will sail about 10,000 nautical miles across the Pacific Ocean from San Francisco to Sydney in the four-month expedition. Their vehicle of choice: a distinctive 60-foot (18.3m) catamaran made entirely of plastic bottles and other recycled waste products. Manufactured carbon neutrally in Schaffhausen, Switzerland, the Ingenieur Automatic Mission Earth Edition 'Adventure Ecology' watch endured 30 extreme tests to ensure it is expedition-worthy. The 178g watch features an anti-reflective sapphire glass, protection against magnetic fields and a power reserve of 44 hours. There are only 1,000 pieces of this limited edition watch which is available at IWC Ion Orchard for $12,400.

Hot cuffs

AMP up your style quotient with a simple addition to your wardrobe: cuff links. Often overlooked accessories, cuff links can be a fashion statement on its own and reflect your personality. At T.M. Lewin, themed cuff links such as the Union Flag ones are a novel way to add the oomph to an outfit - especially if paired with a shirt from the brand. T.M. Lewin cuff links are going for $119 for two pairs (standard retail price: $79 per pair) while shirts are priced at $119 each. Purchase three shirts for $249. T.M. Lewin is located at #01-08A of Orchard Central and #B1-20 of Ion Orchard.

This article was first published in The Business Times