
Expat Living's Readers’ Choice Awards 2025: Who Came Out on Top?
2025-03-17
Author: Arjun
Exciting news for residents and expatriates in Singapore!
Expat Living has officially unveiled the winners of its 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards, an event dedicated to honoring the cream of the crop among local businesses. This annual recognition, determined by thousands of votes cast in over 120 categories, spans a multitude of sectors—everything from hair salons to staycation spots!
Look for the coveted “Expat Living Readers’ Choice Awards 2025” seal displayed proudly on the windows and websites of these honored companies! A heartfelt thank you to everyone who participated in voting, making this year’s event an overwhelming success, marking its 13th iteration.
Here Are the Top Choices from Our Readers:
Furniture and Home Décor Category
- Best Interior Designer/Home Stylist: Arete Culture | Bungalow 55 | Hey Montgomery | Om Sweet Home | The Lifestyle Editor
- Best Living Room Furniture: Black & Walnut | Castlery | Danovel | Island Living | Originals
- Best Bedroom Furniture: Castlery | Danovel | Heveya | IKEA | Originals
Beauty and Wellness Category
- Best Hair Salon: Bedford & Grove | Blonde Boudoir | Expat Hair Studio | Love Hair | Trimmings Salon & Spa
- Best Spa: Adeva Spa | Chi, The Spa at Shangri-La Singapore | Natureland | Oasia Spa | St. Gregory at Pan Pacific Orchard
Dining and Culinary Experiences
- Best Family-Friendly Restaurant: Café Melba | Din Tai Fung | Edge @ Pan Pacific Singapore | Little Farms Café | Trapizza @ Shangri-La Sentosa
- Best Romantic Dining: Fiasco by JUICE | KOMA | Luke’s Oyster Bar & Chop House | Marcy’s | Odette
Retail and Fashion
- Best Shopping Mall: Great World | ION Orchard | Jewel Changi Airport | Tanglin Mall | The Woodleigh Mall
- Best High Street Fashion: H&M | Mango | Massimo Dutti | Uniqlo | Zara
Kids Enrichment and Family Fun
- Best Indoor Activity for Kids: BOUNCE Singapore | Buds by Shangri-La | Kiztopia | SWISH! Swimming | The Yard
- Best Kids’ Sports Programme: Inspire Mum & Baby | Marsden Swim School | SWISH! Swimming | The Yard | UFIT Tennis by Savitar
And it doesn't just end with the awards! Participants in the voting also had the chance to enter a lucky draw, with prizes including a 3-night escape to Jean-Michel Cousteau Resort in Fiji and a luxury stay at Anantara Desaru Coast Resort.
Don't miss out on exploring these top-rated establishments around Singapore! They represent the best of what our vibrant city has to offer, ensuring memorable experiences for locals and expats alike.