Pedestrians were treated to an unusual sight at Orchard Road recently, when a woman flaunted a large, puffy dress seemingly made out of cotton candy.
She immediately drew stares from passers-by, even prompting one of them to grab a handful for a quick snack.
Source: @stephstudios on TikTok
Footage of the woman was posted on TikTok on Saturday (25 Oct), which showed her waiting to cross the road outside Mandarin Gallery wearing her eye-catching outfit.
Upon closer inspection, the puffy dress appeared to be made from cotton candy.
She also donned matching pink accessories, including a scrunchie, heels, and tights.
Source: @sherlynytng on TikTok
When the pedestrian light turned green, she crossed the road with a smile on her face.
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“What the heck is going on bro?” the TikTok user asked in shock.
Another video showed the peculiar sight attracting stares from bystanders.
Humorously, one of them even reached out and grabbed a handful of the pink cotton candy.
Source: @stephstudios on TikTok
After giving some to her friend, the two women proceeded to eat it.
Source: @stephstudios on TikTok
Meanwhile, the woman in the cotton candy dress seemed completely unfazed by this act.
While some netizens were amused by the fashion statement, others guessed that it was a marketing stunt.
One intrigued netizen shared that they also saw the woman last week.
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Several users guessed that the woman wanted to be featured on Orchard Road Fashion — a popular TikTok account that captures unique street style at Orchard Road.
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However, another user urged others not to “judge something they are not familiar with”.
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Additionally, a curious commenter wondered if the cotton candy would melt under the hot sun.
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Some netizens also speculated that the entire display was a marketing stunt, although they could not prove it.
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Featured image adapted from @stephstudios on TikTok.