UltraLuxe 2025: 10 tastemakers shaping Singapore’s style landscape

For Amanda Toh Steckler, personal style is all about a top-to-toe coordination, with a particular focus on pairing jewellery with the right occasion. Newly retired from the F&B industry, her approach to fashion is defined by comfort over trend, whether she's in couture or everyday clothing. A passionate collector of limited-edition supercars, including McLaren and Ferrari, she finds joy in her cars and the community she has built. Her most memorable milestones are becoming a mother and a grandmother, and starting her Supercars Ladies club, which brings female drivers together for shared experiences.

In their own words: “I don’t follow trends, I like to wear comfortable clothing be it couture or everyday clothes I choose comfort over design.”

Chiang Yu Lan’s philosophy of life centers on self-discipline, perseverance, and a deep belief in the transformative power of love. With a background in home management, she approaches challenges with patience and tolerance, treating friends and family with warmth and vitality. This inner perspective shapes her outward interests in fitness, fashion, skincare, and international affairs. For Chiang, family and friends are her top priorities, and she views a profound shift in her outlook and attitude, guided by her faith, as a defining milestone in her life.

In their own words: “The energy of love is miraculous and invincible.”

Wendy Long’s approach to style is deeply personal and individualistic. She avoids following trends, instead seeing herself as a collector of fashion, much like an art collector, who loves referencing archive pieces. For her, personal style is a result of years of experimentation and has become a tool for building confidence and understanding what truly works. Long’s interests span fashion, travel, food, wine, movies, and pop culture. She values time above all else, seeing it as the most valuable luxury, and considers every family vacation a memorable experience because it allows her to spend time on what is most important.

In their own words: “I think time is the most valuable and we have to choose to spend it wisely and it’s a luxury to be able to dictate how you spend your time.”

Patty Kaunang describes her personal style as funky, vibrant, sleek, and chic—a look she says she has naturally developed over time. Her passion lies in art, fashion, music, and travel, with a keen interest in sports and movies. Kaunang values everything in life equally, believing that every experience develops different memories.

In their own words: “My passion has always been into art, fashion, music and travels.”

As the founder and creative director of Simone Jewels, Simone Ng elevates personal style by transforming jewellery into living stories. She believes that every piece worn should carry meaning and significance, reflecting a person’s individual story. Her passion for travel, history, and all things beautiful is channelled into her creations, which are designed to evoke a feeling of joy. Ng values family, health, friends, and her fans, and counts her invitation to a pop-up at Harrods in London as a particularly memorable milestone in her journey.

In their own words: “Every jewellery piece I wear carries meaning and significance. My style is me and my personal story.”

As the founder and creative director of Carrie K., Carolyn Kan elevates style by encouraging a deeper connection to jewellery. She believes that true style comes from within, and that jewellery should serve as a personal talisman or superpower for authentic self-expression. Kan’s own personal style is a reflection of this philosophy, with her Carrie K. pieces acting as daily conspirators that can be transformed to match her mood and intentions. She is deeply passionate about people and their life stories, which she translates into powerful, precious markers, and finds joy in cooking for her loved ones. The pivotal moment of founding Carrie K. in Florence in 2009, after a sabbatical from the corporate world, remains a defining milestone for her.

In their own words: “I believe that true style isn’t about following trends—it’s about following your heart.”

Angela Lim, creative director and founder of Sumisura, shapes the style of others by curating spaces and experiences that are a true reflection of her clients’ personal tastes. She believes that understanding an individual’s preferences is the key to creating unique environments and jewellery that inspire and uplift. Her own personal style is a reflection of her creativity and has evolved over time to adapt and experiment with new looks. Lim’s passion for design trends takes her on a continuous journey of discovery through travel, exhibitions, and new establishments. Outside of work, her love for skiing and badminton is driven by the discipline and perseverance that she finds also translates to her professional life.

In their own words: “I value the time spent with my family and friends. I think the strong family bond and friendships often provide the most support, the most love and the most satisfaction.”

Susanna Yang, as the founder and managing director of Yang Gallery, is a specialist in elevating style through art. She achieves this by creating spaces and personal adornments that truly reflect individuality and enhance well-being, thoughtfully integrating artistic principles and curated pieces. Her personal style is particularly sensitive to colour, enjoying perfect blending in her aesthetics. With a passion for discovering and creating valuable art that meets luxurious lifestyles, Yang is grounded by her appreciation for art, family, health, friends, and investments. A significant milestone in her life was, at the young age of 16, purchasing her first art collection—a Chinese calligraphy piece by the renowned artist Qi Gong in Beijing.

In their own words: “My passion is to discover and create valuable art to meets luxurious lifestyle.”

Watson Tan’s approach to elevating style is rooted in the belief that everyone is unique and should not be dictated by societal norms. His personal style is a blend of current fashion trends and his own personality, which he believes is the key to standing out from the crowd. He finds a sense of sanity in art, his soul is nourished by food, and travel fuels his curiosity. Tan values moments above all else, and one of his most memorable experiences was being selected as a Special Advisor by the Thai Government for Thai Silk Fashion Week in 2017, alongside Datuk Jimmy Choo and former Miss Universe Pia Wurtzbach.

In their own words: “Not everybody's taste is the same and society should not dictate what you should wear.”

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