The Fashionable Cities of Asia

The birthplace of famous models and revered fashion designers, Asia has certainly played its part in the fashion scene of today. Alongside educating the masses on the culture in countries like Japan and Dubai, there have also been notable fashion-related influences from places like Bali and the Middle East.

In fact, when assessing the cities of Asia, fashion is extremely prominent, with a number of brands and certain looks being seen in everyday life on this particular continent. Asian looks are on show in other areas too, be it the futuristic style in movies like After Yang or in the strong Asian theme in games like Elemental Gems Megaways, a title that features fashionable symbols from this part of the world, such as yellow flames, red pagodas, and white and gold ying yang symbols. Essentially, a number of Asian territories certainly know about fashion and how to turn on the style while out and about in some of Asia’s most fashionable locations. Let’s take a look at some of them below.

Tokyo

The capital of Japan, Tokyo is famous for its deliciously fresh cuisine, coupled with options like the Tokyo Skytree and Shibuya Crossing, as well as its sakura tree-lined streets, shrines and temples. Additionally, Tokyo has a brilliant fashion scene that results in fashion fans flocking there on a yearly basis to snap up the latest and greatest designs. Home to an amazing 38 million people, Tokyo is a hub of creativity, including from the fashion sphere. One walk around the city will provide you with a serious dose of inspiration when constructing your future looks, that’s for sure.

Dubai

A location that is enjoyed by big spenders and world-famous models, Dubai oozes opulence pretty much everywhere you go. A destination that continues to grow in terms of its reputation in the fashion world, Dubai’s enormous skyscrapers and high-end hotels are supplemented by a large range of top stores that sell high-quality creations for a fairly big price. A destination where people show off their looks and champion the latest designs, Dubai is one of the most fashionable places on earth.

Shanghai

Widely regarded as being the most fashionable city in Asia, Shanghai isn’t just a vibrant city that is full of life, it has a strong offering when it comes to fashion, too. From high-end stores selling designer garments to the looks that can be seen during an average visit, it’s quite evidently a place for the fashion-conscious. The biggest city in China, Shanghai is the place to go if you’re ever in need of a fashion fix.

Bangkok

An inclusion many people might not have thought of, Thailand’s capital city of Bangkok is far more than just a popular tourist destination. In fact, it’s easily one of the most fashionable cities in Asia thanks to an array of up-and-coming styles that are created in the country, plus the diverse collection of people that tend to frequent the city. The mix of cultures creates a unique fashion scene in Bangkok, with influences being shared and fashionistas partying the night away. If you’re in need of some inspiration for your next look, then an evening out in Bangkok will certainly help.

Singapore

Home to an extensive selection of designer stores and world-famous brands, Singapore is a place for the affluent which, in turn, has resulted in the creation of a rather fashionable place to live. From big spenders who snap up the brands people adore, to emerging brands by talented fashion designers, Singapore is one of the most fashionable cities in the world, let alone in Asia.

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