”NEXT IN VOGUE’ graced Singapore in October, shining a spotlight on what lies ahead in the world of fashion.
After its successful debut in 2023, Vogue Singapore returned with its highly anticipated second edition of the landmark event, “NEXT IN VOGUE”. Held on the 16th and the 17th of October, 2024, the event brought together global and regional thought leaders who shared insights on the future of fashion, beauty, and culture through the lens of innovation.
Supported by the Singapore Tourism Board and presented at the iconic heritage landmarks The Capitol Theatre and The Capitol Kempinski Hotel, the multi-day event included a conference, beauty masterclasses, and a fashion exhibition showcasing designs never seen in Singapore. In 2024, “NEXT IN VOGUE” also introduced a regional focus by featuring designers from Malaysia, Vietnam, and Indonesia during the exclusive Vogue Singapore Gala held at The Capitol Theatre on 18 October.
“Vogue Singapore has always been dedicated to exploring the intersection between fashion and innovation, and their impact on the creative economy,” shared Vogue Singapore’s Editor-in-Chief Desmond Lim. “’NEXT IN VOGUE’ brought these pillars of Vogue Singapore to life, spotlighting Asian creatives and emerging talents who are defining the voice of the next generation.”
Bettina von Schlippe, Publisher of Vogue Singapore, added, “’NEXT IN VOGUE’ underscored our role as a catalyst for change in Southeast Asia, bridging global trends with local talent to create a dynamic platform fostering collaboration and shaping the future of our industry. It was more than an event; it was a space where innovation thrived and new ideas were born.”
“NEXT IN VOGUE” featured five main activations:
- NEXT IN VOGUE Conversations: This two-day conference explored the theme ‘AI & I’, examining the impact of artificial intelligence on the fashion, beauty, and creative industries, and the importance of the human touch in a digitally evolving world. Panels covered a range of topics, from the role of AI in creativity to ethics in technology;
- Vogue Closet: An exhibition of red-carpet celebrity fashion exclusively by Asian designers was presented, showcasing a curated collection by designers including Gaurav Gupta and Cong Tri, making their Singapore debut;
- Vogue Innovation Showcase: Powered by the Digital Fashion Designers Council (DFDC), this section presented a trio of activations, augmented reality installations with leading brands, and immersive brand experiences with the Apple VisionPro;
- Vogue Glam Room: Designed for beauty enthusiasts, this section offered expert-led masterclasses focusing on haircare, skincare, and beauty, featuring brands such as Kevin Murphy, Shu Uemura and SK-II;
- Networking Lounge: A dedicated space was provided for creatives to connect, with refreshments sponsored by the luxury whisky brand Royal Salute.