Must-Have Evening Bags For The Singapore Grand Prix Weekend And The F1 Parties To Rock Them At
The biggest event on Singapore’s social calendar is coming up next week and we can't contain our excitement! After a 2 year hiatus, the Singapore Grand Prix is back and bigger than ever. With the incredible growth in fans over the last couple of years, Singapore is expecting their biggest crowd of all time. As tourists fly in from all over the world and with hotels completely booked up, we can’t even begin to imagine how bangin’ the Singapore nightlife is going to be.
The nation is pumping it up with a list of parties scattered over the city centre. The weekend is gonna be one for the books so listen up — it’s time to dress to impress. First on the agenda: you’ll want a trusty evening bag for all your must-haves for the night when you're running around from party to party. Clutch bags, shoulder bags, baguette bags — we got you. Check out some of our favourite WYLD bags and the F1 parties you can’t miss.
Mandala Weekender: Practical Maren Ikat Clutch
The Evening Bag:
You don’t want to be juggling your belongings when you’re on the dance floor, which makes the Frankitas Maren Ikat Clutch perfect for the occasion. The envelope-style evening bag comes with an inner pocket to keep some loose change just in case you need it (you never know!). Not too bulky, the clutch bag can fit all your essentials for the night — credit cards, phone and a lippie for touching up. Match the funky print with a jumpsuit and a colourful kimono throw-over and glide onto the dance floor 80s style.
The Party:
Private members club, Mandala Club and Marina Bay Sands and coming together to bring us a weekend of glamorous race viewing and warm hospitality. Open to Mandala members, VIPs and the public, the Mandala Weekender will be held from 30 September to 2 October. Not only will you be able to catch the race on their 30-metre LED screen, but there’s gonna be a whole lineup of international artists including Rudimental and Kungs entertaining the crowd with sick beats. Get some good rest cause it’s gonna be a whole night of partying till 4am!
When: 30 September - 2 October
Where: Sands Expo and Convention Centre, 10 Bayfront Avenue, Hall C, Singapore 018956
Price: Starts at $148/pax, $5000 for VIP tables
Website: mandalaweekender.com
Amber Lounge: Sophisticated Titin Clutch
The Evening Bag:
Sleek and classy, the Frankitas Titin Clutch is the one for a glamorous and upscale party. If you’re donning a little black dress, liven up the frock with the Sorbet or Calamansi clutch bag or opt for a black and white option if you’re going for a patterned or colourful dress.
The Party:
After their sold-out event at the Monaco Grand Prix, the glamorous Amber Lounge is launching its new location at The Clifford Pier, Fullerton Bay Hotel Singapore with a banger of a party! Held over the race weekend, you’ll be treated to a lineup of acclaimed DJs including Oliver Heldens, John Marin and American rapper, Fatman Scoop. We love over-the-top, fantasy parties so think Moulin Rouge and Burlesque cause Amber Lounge is treating us to theatrical cabaret and Cirque du Soleil-themed entertainment.
When: 1 & 2 October
Where: The Clifford Pier, The Fullerton Bay Hotel, 80 Collyer Quay, Singapore 049326.
Price: Starts at $800/pax with various hospitality packages available
Website: amber-lounge.com
Cé La Vie: Funky Putri S Ikat Clutch
The Evening Bag:
Fit the futuristic party theme with the Frankitas Putri S Ikat Clutch, which comes in a rigid circular design with kaleidoscopic prints. We love the option of detachable straps so you can clip them on and transform it from a clutch to a shoulder bag when you’re boogieing on the dance floor.
The Party:
One of our favourite clubs in Singapore — Cé La Vie is back with their race-themed weekend party and this year they’re going full “kaleidoscopic, neon-punk 'Cyber Rally'’’. Events are scattered throughout the week starting on 28 September and guests can choose to dine for a four-course dinner ($300++) or party away on the dance floor. There’s something new happening each night with Ladies Night on the 28th and the headlining set played by DJ Danny Tenaglia on 1 October.
When: 28 - 29 September, 1 - 2 October
Where: Marina Bay Sands Tower 3, 1 Bayfront Avenue, Singapore 018971
Price: Cover charge varies for each event
Website: Cyber Rally: Race Week SAT 1 OCT with DANNY TENAGLIA
Marquee: Fun-sized Mini Koko Hexagon Bag
The Evening Bag:
Add a little funk to your party dress with the Frankitas Mini Koko Hexagon Bag. The unique shape elevates any basic dress to give dance floor fashionista. Pack light because the mini bag is fit for just the essentials.
The Party:
For the best of Singapore’s nightlife, Marquee is where it's at. Singapore’s largest club is inviting some of the biggest names in EDM to their dance floors! On the 30th of September, look out for the much-anticipated Steve Aoki’s comeback and let loose to Dutch DJ Afrojack’s beats on the 1st of October.
When: 30 September & 1 October
Where: Marquee Singapore, #B1-67, Galleria Level, The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands, 2 Bayfront Avenue, Singapore 018972
Price: Starting at $80 (ladies), $100 (gents)
Website: marqueesingapore.com
Zouk: 90s Crochet Baguette Bag
The Evening Bag:
For a different take on the 90s shoulder bag, grab the Li Na Lay Nar Crochet Baguette Bag for a night out! Its plastic chain strap adds a little rock and roll to any outfit so put on your dancing shoes and rock the night away.
The Party:
Opened in 1991, Zouk is one of the oldest clubs in Singapore that’s been the go-to for local party crowds over the last three decades. Zouk is hosting their very own F1 party, The Garage: GPSS Race Weekend Party from 30 September to 2 October. The F1-themed party is gonna be decked out in familiar race experiences from simulations to champagne sprays. Each night will be headlined by local and international DJs including DJ WUKONG, Jeffrey Sutorius and resident DJs Ghetto and Che’Molly.
When: 30 September - 2 October
Where: 3C River Valley Road 01-05 to #02-06, 179022
Price: Admission fee starting at $40 (ladies), $45 (gents)
Website: The Garage: GPSS Race Weekend Party