Our interview with Bessie Ye takes place on the sidewalk outside the Joo Chiat outpost of her womenswear label Rye, in a setting as eclectic as the brand itself. Perched on 1970s folding chairs, with the brand’s rattan fans in hand, we chat while watching the neighbourhood go by.
Greetings from loyal customers, neighbours and friends frequently interrupt our conversation, a nod to Ye’s strong community ties. This sense of connection is mirrored within the store itself,