Nicholas Tan’s asymmetrical handbags became the must-have accessory for global icons from Beyoncé to Taylor Swift within just three years of launch. The Singaporean designer founded Aupen in 2022, weaving old-world craftsmanship with contemporary culture to create designs that celebrate imperfection. His rapid ascent has culminated in an LVMH Metiers d’Art partnership—a first for a Singaporean brand—while his jewellery debut sold out instantly in February 2025.

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