I debunked the myth that the Stussy Year of the Horse fleece is too expensive to ship to Singapore

Table of Contents

• Why this Stussy drop matters in 2026
• My shipping and logistics breakdown
• How I bought from the USA
• Singapore import realities and GST

Why this Stussy drop matters in 2026

I have seen a lot of local streetwear collectors complaining that the 2026 Stussy 'Year of the Horse' 8-Ball Fleece is unreachable. Since it is a US-exclusive release featuring the 'Guochao' or China-chic aesthetic, many Singaporeans assume that the cost of getting it here would double the retail price. I decided to test this myself. This specific fleece combines the iconic 8-ball heritage with intricate lunar zodiac embroidery that is not available in any retail store across Southeast Asia.

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The demand for this piece is driven by its limited nature. Collectors are looking for authentic US drops because the quality control and design nuances often differ from regional releases. I found that while the hype is high, the barrier to entry is lower than people think if you know which freight forwarder to use. I didn't want to wait for local resellers to mark up the price by 300%, so I went straight to the source.

My shipping and logistics breakdown

One of the biggest misconceptions I heard was that shipping a heavy fleece would cost as much as the jacket itself. I wanted to be precise, so I used a shipping calculator to get ahead of the fees. Here is exactly what I encountered when my package arrived at the warehouse.

When I looked at the international shipping rates, the weight-to-cost ratio was actually quite reasonable for a premium item. Because a fleece is soft, the box doesn't need excessive padding, which helps keep the dimensions down. I checked the shipping fees before confirming my order to ensure there were no surprises at the checkout.

How I bought from the USA

I started by setting up a tax-free us address through comGateway. Most US retailers like Stussy or high-end boutiques charge sales tax based on the shipping destination. By using a warehouse located in a tax-free state like Oregon, I saved about 7-10% right off the bat, which essentially covered a portion of my transport costs to Singapore.

My process was simple. I placed the order on the US website, used my provided suite number as the delivery address, and waited for the notification. If you are new to this, I suggest looking at a how it works or step-by-step guide to understand how packages are received and then forwarded. I managed to shop us store selections that are blocked for international IP addresses by using this method. It is the most reliable way to ship to Singapore when dealing with high-heat releases that sell out in seconds.

Avoiding common buying errors

I noticed that many people fail because they use a credit card that the US store rejects. I made sure to use a payment method that supports international billing or a digital wallet. Once the item reached the warehouse, I opted for a consolidated shipment with a few other smaller items. This significantly lowered my international shipping overhead per item.

Singapore import realities and GST

There is a common myth that every single item from the US gets stuck in customs for weeks. In my experience, Singapore delivery is incredibly efficient. Since we are in 2026, I had to account for the 9% GST. I made sure to keep my receipts ready for digital declaration. By managing the process through a professional service, my buy from US ship to Singapore experience was seamless.

I didn't have to deal with any hidden processing fees because I chose a transparent provider. I simply tracked my 8-ball fleece from the moment it left the US West Coast until it reached my doorstep in Serangoon. If you are worried about the final cost, just remember that the retail price in the US plus shipping is often still cheaper than the inflated prices on the secondary market here in Singapore.