Skip the malls and shop at these bazaars for your presents.

The Society of Black Sheep is moving out of its Marina Bay Sands boutique end November, but there’s still chance to grab brands like Injury, Handwritten and Thierry Lasry at its pop-up store. November 1-December 31

Modeled after Andy Warhol's Factory from the 1960s, The U Factory is a creative pop-up concept that features a retail marketplace, food and drinks by Maison Ikkoku and The Travelling Cow. November 7-January 31

Enjoy jazz music, artisanal food and scenic views on top of the usual offerings at Bay Market. November 9-10; December 14-15; January 18-19

Shop for a good cause at the NCA Charity Christmas Fair, where home décor items, jewellery, clothing and unique gifts are on offer. November 14

Past season collections from indie stores Actually, Blackmarket, Front Row and Eclecticism are up to 90% off at the second edition of Percentile. November 16

Pick up Christmas stocking fillers at the Pop Store at Pacific Plaza, where you will find an array of vintage goods, leatherware, handmade crafts and other original creations. November 18-December 14

Beautifully handmade Cambodian silk on handbags, scarves and accessories available at The Tabitha Silk Foundation Fair certainly make great Christmas gifts. November 20-22

Sip prosecco, shop selected items from Lulu Bare and Sponge & Spike and try on their new Resort 2014 collections at this one-day-only pop-up. November 21

Le Gluttony at CHIJMES is food, film and music festival offering snacks like muffins from The Muffinry, as well as films from independent Singapore film makers. November 22-23; 29-30

Health fanatics take note: Nothing But Green's flagship outlet will close before Christmas and they are offering a 40% discount on all retail items. November 25-December 20

Purchase a piece of Aussie fashion for yourself this Christmas, as Eclecticism x Made by Lauren Jasmine will be showcasing five labels from Down Under at a three-day event. Coffee, cider, and baked eggs will also be available to stave off hunger pangs. November 28-30

Beloved flea market Public Garden goes big this festive season with a pop-up market of over 120 vendors hawking interesting wares at the 16th floor of TripleOne Somerset. November 23-24; November 30-December 1; December 7-8, 14-15

Have a taste of Denmark at the Danish Christmas BazaarNovember 23-24

Boutiques returns to The Gallery Hotel for its Christmas edition featuring over 60 vendors offering an eclectic array of gifts, fashion, home decor and antiques. November 27-28

Grab handmade crafts from local talents at the mini art flea held during Le Gluttony's Poetry & Art Jam at CHIJMES. November 29-30

Gift the coolest threads this season at the Whole9Yards Pop-up Store. November 29-December 8

Spearheaded by Books Actually and creative collective Hjgher, the inaugural edition of Singapore Art Fair is definitely a must for bookworms. November 30-December 1

Purchase your luxe presents at Raffles Arcade, which will be holding a Festive Promotion for top-of-the-range food, fashion, homeware and other gifts. December 1-25

Sneaker and streetwear enthusiasts converge at the Sole Superior convention featuring merchandize displays, a charity raffle and talks from notable members representing brands and designers. November 30

Find gourmet food, wine, cheese, home decor items, spa products and other festive gifts from over 90 vendors around the world at Raffles Town Club's Christmas Fair. December 5-6

Add a touch of starlight to your Christmas shopping and bargain hunting at the Chapel MarketDecember 6-14

Epigram Books is holding a two-day festive pop-up fair featuring wide range of publications and over 20 new titles. December 7-8

Luxury online store StyleTribute, specialist of pre-owned designer fashion and accessories, is holding a pop up store. Get your hands on brands like Chanel, Prada and Balenciaga at up to 90% off while sipping cocktails and wines from the bar. December 7

The Vault's Sunday Artists Market promises a charming selection of art, home, lifestyle and fashion wares. December 8

Do your bit for charity this Christmas by shopping at Flea for Good - Christmas Edition. A portion of booth rentals will be donated to Singapore Children's Society. December 8-9

Helmed by the folks at MAAD collective, MAAD Pyjamas features original artworks, quirky finds and performances by homegrown musicians. December 13

Get your festive threads at Inverted Edge's pop-up store at House at Dempsey. All Barracks House customers will receive 20% off for pieces from the new collection. December 13-14

Shop in the name of charity at PARCO next NEXT's Designer Give Back event. Snag pieces from labels like Lion Earl and Fuchsia Lane from prices as low as $10-$50; all proceeds will go towards the victims of Typhoon Haiyan via the Singapore Red Cross. December 13-15

Held after hours, the Clarke Quay Traders' Market: Christmas Market is a tie-up with Red Cross and features gift wrapping services, candies distributed by Santa Claus and more. December 20-21

Tiong Bahru watering hole SocialHaus will be doing its bit for Daughters of Tomorrow, a local charity for low-income women, by hosting pop-up flea markets. November 23, December 7, 21, January 4, 18

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The man behind Movember Singapore, an annual global charity event that helps promote awareness and raise funds for men's health issues like prostate cancer, takes a breather with Crystal Lee before the campaign launch this year.

A sexy man is… a man that takes care of himself.

I grow a Mo (slang for moustache) because… I want to make a difference.

Most women like men with a mo that is… neat and classic.

The manliest thing I’ve done is… growing a mo and not trying to be someone else.

I’m terrible with… directions so I’m often lost.

I hate… arrogant people.

The biggest challenge in raising funds for charity is… getting people to make the commitment to donate or participate.

I often go to bed thinking… about what I have to do tomorrow.

I live my life… by simple values, like being self-responsible.

If I had a million dollars… I’ll help those in need and eat lots of ice cream.

Movember happens through November and ends with a Gala Party (November 31, 5pm, at Tanjong Beach Club). For more information and updates, visit their website.

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Dutch rising star R3hab, who's remixed for A-listers like Lady Gaga, Calvin Harris and Pitbull, takes some time out before his gig to catch up with Crystal Lee.

When I was asked to do an official remix for Lady Gaga... it sounded like a big urban myth. I was so honoured!

2013 will be... the year of R3hab's Chainsaw Madness.

Before a major set, I would... produce some new music, have a bite and do a quick workout.

Zouk punters can expect... Chainsaw Madness! That means a total experience, lots of R3hab music and one big party.

The single that never fails to make me dance is… Zedd's "Spectrum" featuring Matthew Koma.

I love it when a girl… is partying to my music!

The best thing about being a DJ is… performing, traveling the world and creating the music of the future.

My greatest musical influence is… Tiesto, one of my heroes in this industry.

Experience DJ R3hab's midas touch on November 30 at Zouk's Epic with R3hab, Mitch Crown and Hong.
 

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These days, it seems as if every designer and celebrity has teamed up with mass-market labels for a capsule collection or two. Not that we’re complaining—who wouldn’t want to get their hands on high-fashion pieces at affordable prices? Here, our list of fab collabs worth blowing your savings on.
 

Maison Martin Margiela x H&M
This collaboration took many by surprise when the news first broke. Revered for its progressive, avant-garde aesthetic, Maison Martin Margiela is an elusive, renegade-type fashion label that revolts against fashion conventions. H&M, on the other hand, is our favorite retail giant who makes the latest fashion trends accessible to all. What appears to be an unlikely pairing was put to rest with a statement by Margiela in a press release: “The democracy of our fashion has always been at the center of our creativity and the collaboration with H&M allows us to push this instinct further.” If you don’t know already, the coveted collection for both men and women will be available on November 15 at H&M and consists of re-editions of iconic Margiela pieces. Think masculine, oversized shapes, sharp tailoring and clever convertible designs. Each item is tagged with a label specifying the year and season of origin.

Prices range from $17.90 for a necklace to $549 for a pair of leather boots.

Preen x ALDO Rise
Started in Spring/Summer 2012, ALDO Rise is the Canadian footwear brand’s Fashion Week collaborations program that promotes up-and-coming designers in their runway show. Mark Fast, Preen, JW Anderson and Libertine were the first four to join the scheme to create a capsule collection of affordable, high-fashion shoes. Good news for those who have missed the debut: Preen is back with Aldo Rise for a second season. This time, Justin Thornton and Thea Bregazzi put forth a collection of platform booties ($399 each) inspired by the English garden, with butterfly and floral prints on suede and leather. For a more understated look, there are also color-blocked and solid-colored options.

Available at ALDO.

JW Anderson x Topshop
One is a rising British-born designer and an Emerging Talent nominee for the uber-prestigious British Fashion Awards 2012. The other, also from the UK, needs no introduction. Launched in Singapore on September 30, this hotly anticipated 32-piece collection (prices from $69 upwards) takes its cue from Anderson’s quirky and androgynous ready-to-wear label. The look is decidedly preppy with a punk edge—a varsity jacket or knitted pullover worn over a white shirt with pleated skirt; or a quilted, boxy top with oversized paisley print paired with tartan (Anderson’s trademark) pants. Didn’t manage to score a piece this time? Fret not; there will be a second JW Anderson and Topshop collection coming out early Spring 2013.

Available at Topshop (Knightsbridge).

Hemingway Design x Hush Puppies
Not your usual high-low fashion collaboration (unlike its past collections with Anna Sui), Hush Puppies teams up with a multi-disciplinary design agency that does everything from branding to urban design. Spearheaded by Jack Hemingway, son of Wayne Hemingway (of Red or Dead fame), this premium footwear collection for men revamps the American brand’s iconic styles with a ’50s hipster vibe. Brogues, desert boots, Chelsea boot and brothel creepers (from $239 upwards) feature bright pops of color, contrast stitching and a lettering crepe-style sole. Not a big fan of brights? Take your pick from a range of neutral colors like grey, brown and navy.

Available at various outlets, including Hush Puppies (Great World City)

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Banshees, ghouls, vamps, "dead" pop stars, it's time to get your freak on. Here are the best parties in Singapore happening this Halloween.

Test your guts and take on Halloween Horror Nights 2 at Universal Studios Singapore, which has three haunted houses, five scare zones and special late-night ride attractions in the region’s largest and most sophisticated scare-fest. October 19-21, 25-28

Wander the creepy rainforest beneath the Singapore Flyer at the Fright Fest 2012, where creepy Asian and Western characters inspired by popular horror movies (such as Dark Water and Friday the 13th) lurk. October 12-28

Venture into five dark and creepy trails of Fort Siloso's terrifying Spooktacular where tortured characters from a haunted army camp, victims of the Ouija board and other terrifying creatures come out to play. October 19, 20, 26, 27 and 28

Back for its third run, Scape's Museum of Horrors III in 4D invites you to enter a secret laboratory and uncover the truth behind an zombie uprising. October 18-31

Be prepared for chills and thrills as Segway's Gogreen After Dark takes you down the dark captivating past of Pulau Blakang Mati. Through Dec 30

The gothic and the glamorous make a grand appearance for the Yelloween Masquerade, happening at La Terraza Rooftop Bar, Mojo, Royal Room and Taboo. October 25-27

Zouk transforms into a blood-curdling Doll House, replete with Victorian wax, Haitian and living dead dolls. October 27

Party up high with fellow ghouls and freaks at the Radio Star Party Series: Red Lantern Halloween at Ku De Ta. October 27

Expect an exhilarating night of live performances, games, contests and face painting at Clarke Quay's Halloween 2012 party with 987FM DJs Rosalyn Lee and Bobby Tonelli. October 27

Avalon is unleashing the walking dead at the Zombiepalooza. October 27

Society's most evil minds congregates at the sinister Chamber of the Damned for night of pumpin' club bangers and damned creatures at Zirca. October 27

Take DJs Reiki, Jerls, Microstripe, JDL Quake and Rah, pair them with Halloween, and you'll get a zombifying, "spook-tacular" Night of the Living Bass at Home Club. October 27

DJs STASSH & Tyler Made dish out wicked tracks at The Superstition Ball, held at the deliciously eerie The White Rabbit. October 27

Forgotten boybands and celebrities make a comeback with a vengeance at Acid Bar, Alley Bar and Outdoors Bar for a Retro Horror Halloween night. October 27

DJ The Randy Groover takes you into the witching hours at Mambo's Halloween party Mam-boo! Haunted highlights include a gypsy fortune teller, freaky face painting and all-night horror movie screenings. October 27

For one Superstar night, Zirca transforms to a dungeon of the underworld for The Queen of The Damned, complete with cages, spikes, electric chairs and torture paraphernalia. October 28

TGIW (Thank God It's Wednesday) at Zouk celebrates Halloween with a Trick or Treat party filled with varied sounds of house, hip-hop, electro and mash-up, and a scary crowd. October 31

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