The meaning of “home” has long been underestimated and often reduced to a straightforward idea: a physical place, a specific location that grounds us. But at Men’s Folio, we believe home is more than that. It’s a feeling — one that transcends geography and replaces location with belonging. Because ultimately, it’s the people who fill a space that make it a home.
This August, we shift our focus in search of that very feeling. A vibe, if you will, of stories that stretch beyond the borders we often find ourselves confined to. It begins with a fashion editorial exploring the neighbouring ties between Singapore and Malaysia: two places where, despite the distance, the people remain deeply connected in spirit and style.
Featuring 17 characters in their chosen third spaces, the story unfolds first at a house party in Malaysia, then shifts to a late-night bowling alley hangout in Singapore in an epilogue on individual style.
(On Sophia) Jacket, Prada; Bra top, thong, shorts, Stylist’s own (On Kyle) Pants, Acne Studios; Necklace, Swarovski; scarf (worn as a skirt), Stylist’s own (On David) Jacket, pants, all Prada (On Srri) Shirt, Pants, all Alexander McQueen; Vest top (worn as outer), Stylist’s own (On Putri) Top (worn as outer), dress, all Acne Studios; Boots, Ralph Lauren (On Taylor) Top, Celine; Shorts (worn as inner), MCM Worldwide; Shorts, tiara, Stylist’s own (On Hamzah) Jeans, Celine; Shoes, Tod’s: Necklaces, Swarovski; Top, Briefs, Stylist’s own (On Glenna) Jacket, Acne Studios; Skirts, Prada; Flats, Christian Dior; Beanie, belt, tights, Stylist’s own(On Putri) Dress, Acne Studio; Boots, Ralph Lauren (On Hamzah) Jeans, Coach; Shoes, Tod’s (On Kyle) Necklace, Swarovski; Scarf (worn as a skirt), wings (worn as a top), Stylist’s own (On Sophia) Heels, DieselTank top, jeans, all Prada; Singlet, bralette, belt, glove, Stylist’s own(On Putri) T-shirt, dress, all Acne Studios (On Glenna) Cardigan, Acne Studios; Skirts, Prada; Beanie, belt, tights, Stylist’s own (On Sophia) Jacket, Prada; Bra top, thong, shorts, Stylist’s own (On Taylor) Top, Celine; Shorts, MCM Worldwide; Shorts, tiara, Stylist’s own(On Suhsi Be) Tank top, camisole, skirts, socks, Stylist’s own (On Rome) Pants, Prada; Top, Stylist’s ownHeels, PradaCardigan, Acne Studios; Beanie, Stylist’s own(On Nia) Top, necklace, ring, barrette, all Christian Dior; Coat, skirt, Stylist’s own (On Hiren) Jacket, pants, all Louis Vuitton; Necklace, Swarovski(On Glenna) Cardigan, Acne Studios; Skirts, Prada; Flats, Christian Dior; Beanie, belt, tights, Stylist’s own (On David) Jacket, pants, shoes, all Prada (On Sophia) Jacket, Prada; Heels, Diesel; Bra top, shorts, Stylist’s own (On Hamzah) Jeans, Celine; Shoes, Tod’s; Necklaces, bracelet, Swarovski; Top, briefs, Stylist’s own(On Srri) Shirt, pants, all Alexander McQueen; Shoes, vest, Stylist’s own (On Kyle) Pants, Acne Studios; Necklace, Swarovski; Scarf, Stylist’s own (On Hamzah) Jeans, Celine; Shoes, Tod’s; Necklaces, bracelet, Swarovski; Top, briefs, Stylist’s own (On David) Jacket, pants, shoes, all Prada (On Sophia) Jacket, Prada; Heels, Diesel; Bra top, shorts, Stylist’s own (On Taylor) Top, Celine; Shorts, MCM Worldwide; Shorts, tights, tiara, heels, Stylist’s own (On Putri) T-shirt, dress, all Acne Studios; Boots, Ralph Lauren (On Glenna) Jacket, Acne Studios; Skirts, Prada; Flats, Christian Dior; Beanie, belt, tights, Stylist’s own(On Vanessa) Skirt, bracelet, all Miu Miu; Heels, Prada; Tank tops, belt, glove, Stylist’s own (On Ayad) Dress, Dolce&Gabbana; Corset, bracelet, Stylist’s own (On Suhsi Be) Shoes, Gucci; Necklace, STW; Tank top, camisole, skirts, Stylist’s own (On Rome) Pants, Prada; Top, Stylist’s own (On Lisa) Tank top, jeans, boots, all Prada; Singlet, bralette, belt, glove, Stylist’s own (On Nia) Top, necklace, ring, barrette (worn on skirt), all Christian Dior; Coat, skirt, Stylist’s own (On Marzlan) Pants, Loewe; Bandage tape, Stylist’s own (On Hiren) Jacket, pants, sneakers, all Louis Vuitton; Necklace, Swarovski (On Sunehri) Jacket, Loewe; Shirt (worn as inner), loafers, all Gucci; Shirt (worn as outer), Valentino; Shorts, socks, Stylist’s own
Editorial Direction Izwan Abdullah Photography Nelson Chong / Birdycantfly Fashion Direction & Executive Producer Manfred Lu Styling Liew Hui Ying Grooming & Hair(Singapore) Leny Fu, Jenny Tan, Mandy Yeo / Paletteinc. using M.A.C Cosmetics & Keune Haircosmetics Grooming(Malaysia) Chufan Gan Hair (Malaysia) Keith Ong Photography Assistants Bernerd Chong, Suan Tek Jian, Foo Siang Lun Hair Assistant (Malaysia) LK Meng Styling Assistants (Singapore) Dhani Salbini, Ammar Hakeem Styling Assistants (Malaysia) Asha Farisha, Illy Azman, Aqeil Aydin Models (Singapore) Kyle, Sophia, Hamzah / Mannequin Studio; Srri / Now Model Management, Glenna / Misc. Management, David, Taylor, Putri Models (Malaysia) Nia, Rome / The Models Lab KL, Vanessa, Lisa, Ayad, Suhsi Be, Hiren, Marzlan, Sunehri Location (Malaysia) Sini Sana Studio
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