Hustlers Reunion’s “Creators Marketplace”: A Prelude to Aliwal Urban Art Festival 2025
Scheduled for 21 and 22 September, in celebration of Singapore's creative and entrepreneurial ecosystem, the gathering will unite diverse groups to showcase their products and services.
Singapore’s Hustlers Reunion, a celebration of the local street culture scene, returns for their sophomore edition on 21 and 22 September. It will introduce the Creators Marketplace, a prelude to Aliwal Urban Art Festival 2025. The community-driven event, curated by Suave Cartel Media, will showcase an array of homegrown talents and brands rooted in the country’s burgeoning creative milieu.
For entrepreneurs and artists seeking ideas, inspiration, and insight, the second day will feature a panel discussion moderated by the founders of Sole Superior, which will explore the intersections of creativity and business.
Adding to the highlights is the Tamiya Mini 4WD Custom Design Challenge, where participating vendors will display their custom car kits to be judged by the premier Singaporean art collective RSCLS. The festivities conclude with a raffle featuring prizes worth S$1,500.
Featured Brands and Hidden Gems
ALBY.
Founded in 2023, ALBY. brings you the captivating and ever-evolving eclectic marriage of traditional and modern influences, resulting in a diverse and dynamic trend-setting fashion landscape, constantly pushing boundaries while skillfully threading age-old customs with the bold strokes of innovative trends.
SKINARMA
SKINARMA is a Singaporean lifestyle brand founded in 2018 to push the boundaries of self-expression and style. They combine fashion and tech with a sense of bold self-expression and creative freedom to create accessories and apparel you can call your own.
Forest Child
Forest Child handcrafts bespoke leather goods and manufactures them for individuals or brands of any scale using by-products of the meat industry. They care for the environment and work with high-grade, biodegradable, vegetable-tanned leather that is ethically sourced and processed.
LUWA
Luwa’s products are thoughtfully designed for adventurers, travelers, and dreamers alike. Whether it’s outdoor gear that can withstand challenging terrains, a walk by the beach, or a stroll in the nearest park, Luwa encourages you to explore, dream, and become the hero of your own story.
Basheer Graphic Books
Basheer Graphics is a Specialised Bookstore for design books and magazines related to Architecture, Interior Design, Landscape Design, Graphic Design, Animation, Product Design, Fashion Design, Art & Craft, Typography, and Photography.
Panel Discussion: “A Good Brand Is Good Business”
Join the enlightening panel discussion featuring a distinguished group of industry luminaries. Moderated by Jonathan Fong and Dexter Tan from Sole Superior, the conversation will delve into the intricacies of brand building. Gain invaluable insights from the minds of Klingsmen of Classified Footwear, Tze Ling of SecondNatvre, Afiq Rezza of Yunos N Family, and Ginette Chittick.
Tamiya Mini 4WD Custom Design Challenge
The Tamiya Mini 4WD Custom Design Challenge presents a unique opportunity for participating vendors to showcase their automotive artistry and sartorial sensibilities, utilizing the Tamiya Mini 4WD car kit as their canvas.
As the two-day event unfolds, attendees will have the privilege of admiring the creations that emerge from this creative endeavor. On the final day, a panel of artists from the local art collective RSCLS will evaluate the entries, ultimately crowning a worthy champion.
Event Details
Hustlers Reunion’s “Creators Marketplace”
Date: 21–22 September 2024, Saturday–Sunday
Time: 2PM–9PM
Venue: Aliwal Arts Centre (Event Hall & Courtyard)
Free entry
Follow @suavecartelmedia for the full list of vendors and any updates on the upcoming event.