chic

The relaxed tone in his voice matches his comfy clothing, punctuated by cool accessories — a chic pair of third-eye sunglasses and sandals.

They didn't have to fight for attention so much as just decree from on high what was and wasn't "chic".

Grain bowls, martini-and-oyster chic, matcha after Pilates: every bite signals style, wellness, and taste.

From established chains to mom-and-pop stores and chic restaurants that challenge tired stereotypes, they have all been taking off here before leapfrogging further afield, to elsewhere in South East Asia and then across the world.

The party was in a chic work-live space: four stories of industrial design thumping with music and packed with hipsters.