Shane Pow reveals how much his Star Awards outfit from Taobao costs
However, Shane Pow opted for a more affordable and relatable option to his look and gave fans a fun behind-the-scenes nugget after the event.
He took to Instagram on Monday to share that his outfit, bought from Taobao, had cost him less than $100.
The 34-year-old wrote: "Took a risk with no plan B when I bought my outfit from Taobao. I'm glad it worked out!"
In the video, he said that his jacket cost $41.77, pants $26.61 and shoes $28.29, totalling $96.67.
The short jacket was in elegant black with a mandarin collar and bamboo detailing on the chest and his pants had a simple but eye-catching white stitching on the side.
Many netizens noted that despite the low price, his outfit looked good.
One user commented: "You don't have to wear famous brands to look good. Comfort and naturalness are the most important things."
Radio DJ Joakim Gomez added: "The backstory we all needed."
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