Auntiedote: Auntie's Spring Skin

Born in the 1980s, during the nation-building years of Singapore, the artist behind Niceaunties experienced a childhood shaped by the influential women in their family. From infancy to the age of nine, they lived with grandparents, aunties, and uncles while their parents worked. This upbringing was heavily influenced by the women of the household, as cultural norms dictated their primary role in childcare. Their early life was marked by the presence of remarkable women, including a great-grandmother who had experienced bound feet, a grandmother who transitioned from a life dedicated to kitchen duties to two decades of bedridden existence, and a sociable mother, along with eleven aunties. These women, embodying a spectrum of suppressed talents, passions, and dreams, were a mix of strange, funny, mean, and kind personalities, fueling the narrative of Niceaunties.

The exhibition AUNTIEDOTE builds on the AUNTIEVERSE series, spotlighting auntie culture's unique take on beauty and fashion. The videos offer a glimpse into the day-to-day life within the AUNTIEVERSE, highlighting the endearing and quirky behaviors that define auntie culture. From their distinctive approach to fashion to their unconventional beauty hacks, these narratives celebrate the individuality and influence of aunties. The accompanying prints encapsulate these themes, providing a static reflection of the dynamic world of aunties.

AUNTIEDOTE is an invitation to explore and appreciate the rich tapestry of auntie culture, with all its charm and eccentricity, and its impact on the broader spheres of beauty and fashion.

A seasonal item is now available on Auntie's Spa Menu: AUNTIE'S SPRING SKIN! To celebrate the energy and positivity of new blooms and beginnings, visitors are required to swallow a gigantic pill and be buried in a flower pot. Dreams of renewal ensue, with seeds and new life stirring within the dermal layers, signifying change from within. The skin is likened to natural landscapes, serving as a reminder of our bodies’ close connections to the planet. Aunties awaken from the spa treatment with beautifully smooth skin, unreal in its perfection. Inspired by Korean glass skin, landscape design, and the spring season.