Esquire Singapore

After winning three Media Publishing Association awards in 2013 and eleven in 2014, Esquire continues to be regarded as a beacon of excellent journalism in Asia with fifteen wins in 2015. We have no idea where we kept the awards, though. Founded in September 2012, the local edition is produced by a crop of respectable writers, photographers, illustrators and collaborators. Known for its powerful storytelling and ground-breaking photography, delivered in its signature wit, Esquire continues to steward men to their best in Singapore and beyond. The birth of Esquire dates back as far as 1933 in the States and since then, the title is known for pushing boundaries with literary giants such as Ernest Hemingway, F. Scott Fitzgerald and Norman Mailer finding their voice with the magazine.

Esquire Singapore

A LETTER FROM THE EDITOR • all things start with a spark

Activism rules, as long as it involves the f-word • NEIL HUMPHREYS focuses on the theme of activism and wonders if real change needs more than just a ‘like’ on social media.

BEAST MODE • Cartier has made its fair share of oddball timepieces, from head-turning watches like the Tank Asymétrique and Cloche de Cartier to more outré designs such as the Crash. But far and away, the most unusual collection it has ever created was the Pasha.

future ready • Overseeing global business strategy for Grand Seiko, Seiko and Credor, newly appointed president of Seiko Watch Corporation Akio Naito discusses the road ahead.

mix and mismatch • Hermès’s newest tableware set encourages horseplay at tea.

PECULIAR HOUSEWARMING • With the launch of nendo house, the Japanese design powerhouse finally lets us own a piece of its mind.

A BETTER BREW • We’re familiar with the Nespresso machine but can there be a better coffeemaker? Hint: yes.

sound with vision • All-in-one audio perfection—no bull.

THE DEATH OF SITTING • Work might be the death of you (literally and figuratively) but the biggest threat to your lifestyle is prolonged sitting.

EBB AND FLOW • Whenever life throws a curveball, Thundercat makes magic out of its volatility. The two-time Grammy winner talks about manipulating jazz’s free-spiritedness and his adoration for anime.

permanent platters • The Butcher’s Wife now offers a robust yet comforting fixed menu to enjoy all day err day.

tastes like summer • Citadelle Gin’s latest fruity creation reads fresh but strong.

SPACE RACE • The continuing allure of a fast estate car.

seminal style • Trends come and go, but sentiments from these wise style manuals remain immanent.

man of the hour • Renowned perfumer Aurélien Guichard (pictured opposite) talks about realising Hero-Riccardo Tisci’s first men’s fragrance for Burberry—and the intention of blending three different cedarwoods into one.

LIFE IN THE FAST LANE • Singaporean racing driver Claire Jedrek sheds light on seeing straight when the world’s a blur.

FUNNY BONES • Faris Samri and Syakeel Kamaluddin make skits under the name, From Faris and Syak aka FFS—which is also our abbreviated reaction to their stupid good humour.

THIS IS IT • The steely relevance of the It bag has evolved.

pretty ugly • Unconventional footwear is hardly a new trend. But its continued resurgence is only proof that beauty is truly in the eye of the beholder.

THE SWEATER VEST IS COOL AGAIN • But potential pitfalls abound. Here’s how to avoid them.

PROSCENIUM • The dramatic considerations of autumn/winter 2021—a much-needed visual respite from the pandemic dress

OUTSIDE IN • An autumn/winter 2021 state of mind of outdoor comforts.

the hands and the heart • Fashion’s previous need for speed has made way for a resurgence in appreciating...