Booty gloom

I’m really upset. I really am. It seems that beloved pair of boots is no where to be found.

My pair of loyal boots, which has followed me from toronto to vancouver, to new york, to boston, is gone. My pair of loyal boots, which has trudged with me through -40 degrees wind chill snow storms in winnipeg, gotten wet in misty rain in vancouver and victoria, weathered the tarred road through broadway-5th ave-soho, and endured my months of daily wear, is sadly absent.

The problem is, I have no idea how it got lost. It could have been stolen, accidentally thrown away, or it could have decided to walk out on its own. Nonetheless, I’m back to square one and I have to save up once more to buy my next pair from Aldo.

What a booty gloomy day.

*Above: Pictures taken from Aldo. Boots that I’m considering from their collection.

All stacked up!

I love to start my mornings with a mini bottle of milk and surfing the msn website.

Usually, the msn website does showcase some interesting news. Today, they were featuring container houses.

Remember the Biennale? In which, PSA sponsored containers to be built into a huge art space? Or, in some schools, students have to study in stinky container classrooms? (I know because I used to study in one). Or, that our foreign workers live in containers-turned-dorms?

Well, behold! It seems that, container-style-houses are fast becoming a trend. Tagged as being environmental friendly, fast to put together, and being cheaper than normally built houses, the demand for such metal houses is increasing.

Imagine going on a glam-up summer holiday; instead of checking into a dingy motel or expensive hotel, you can have your temporary house shipped to you!

What is not to like about seriously? Especially since they look so artistic and is tastefully done up. Plus, some of them come equipped with thermostats to heat things up. Also, you get to enlarge your space by opening up your container-house, literally, by opening up one side of the house like how you would for a garage.

How about that? =)

Twilight

Alright, I am slow, but I have gotten around to watch the first of the Twilight quad. This image is not the popular cover, but it is the version that I prefer.

We have been bombarded by images of the blood sucking “human”; from Count Dracula in Sesame Street, to Buffy the Vampire Slayer, to I have a date with the Vampire. Originally thought to be an evil creature, it seems that the vampires have gotten a lot cooler in our era. Gone is the fear of being eaten or turned into a vampire. Instead, we seem to be welcoming the idea of being turned into one. That is Twilight for you.

Watching Twilight is like watching Buffy all over again. But Buffy with a twist. Instead of humans being afraid and go out on a vampire hunting spree; we now have a group of good vampires who are “vegetarians”, who protect a human instead. But the characteristics of vampires still remain, so you would see lots of pale looking vampires, who have envious fair complexion and hazy eyes.

Besides having delicious looks to match, perhaps it is the hint of devilish side to the good vampires, that lure female fans. Or perhaps it is the old story plot of good versus evil, and good-must-triumph-feel-good-factor, that engages our interest. Who knows, but I do know that Twilight has created quite a stir amongst teenagers and young adults alike. And to soothe my Buffy-fan-at-heart, I am anticipating for the next Twilight movie to be aired.

Could it be?

In the states, Forever 21 is known for its chic yet inexpensive fashion. The last time I shopped at the New York branch, I literally went on a craze. Here in Singapore, however, the clothings are twice as expensive as those in the US. The jewellery, though, are still affordable!

I have been hunting for a long thin necklace for 2 years! Ever since I bought my US$3.80 necklace from Express, I have been looking for something similar to subtly accentuate my outfits.

Look what I found from the F21’s website! A long thin necklace with a chinois twist. I have yet to spot this in the local stores though. (Perhaps its the messy-ness of the F21 stores). I guess its time to give the shop attendants a friendly call!

Ikea Shoe Box

I’m always cleaning up my room. I think I have blogged about it far too many times. Being a little obsessive about keeping things in check (from time to time at least), I made a list of clothes that I have. I was shocked at the number, and wondered how did I manage to squeeze in so many pieces in my tiny closet! That number has since deterred me from making impulsive purchases.

This time round, I decided to make an attempt at being colour coded, so I have no excuse of not being able to find clothes to match. I kind of like the idea of being systematic. =)

Being in my I-need-to-be-organised phase, I’m currently oogling at these shoe boxes from Ikea. They look really good! Retailing at $15 for 4 boxes, they are semi-expensive. Imagine that you are able to retrieve your shoes without pulling out the shoe boxes! At the moment, I do not see any other alternatives available in the local markets. So I guess, it’s time to dig those pennies from my piggy bank.

Gypsy Rain

The other day I was commenting that I needed more me time. Guess what? I decided to stop procrastinating and get working on it. I took the Saturday night off and strolled down Orchard Road, all by myself. And boy, am I glad that I did just that.

As I skipped into Guess in Ngee Ann City, and laid my eyes on the loud bags, skimpy tops and cute dresses; I felt as if I was shopping in Vancouver. I recalled how I had left my trusty debit card back in the hotel, and was unable to purchase a super awesome pair of glittery jeans in Victoria. I felt so damned then, because that pair of jeans was only SGD 70 bucks; honestly, I still feel damned now, because I still think they fit perfectly and are awfully cute.

I took some time to walk around the rest of Ngee Ann City; popped into Club Monaco, Mango, Zara, and Pull & Bear. Thereafter, I stopped over for a quick bite at Takashimaya food place, to replenish some energy. It really feels good to be able to shop by yourself, and at a comfortable pace. Maybe this is my way of getting into my own spirits (who knows), but after window shopping for one hour, I felt really at peace with myself.

My last shopping stop was at Wisma Atria. There was this shop that was having a massive sale on some designer brands. Truthfully, I never really liked to go for such sales, because 1) I know that most of the good stuff have been snapped up, or 2) they are still very pricey despite being on sale. Nonetheless, I decided to walk into the shop. One more trip back into the shop, and I got myself a Francesco Biasa tote bag. =)

It is probably one of my best buys ever, because I got it at a steal for 80% off its original price. I’m swooning over its glossy brick brown leather (i love leather!) and huge storage space. It spots a classy design (which is a plus point) and carries itself well. Also, with its subtle look, it does not scream “designer” in your face, which is very important for my job.

Me time.

When the weather turns gloomy, when the wind starts to howl, when the rain starts to pour, and when the air turns a chilly cold; I think about the me time I had in New York city. I miss the days when I brisked walked through New York City from Soho to 9th Street. It was so fun, exhilarating, and uplifting, just taking in all the new bustle and hustle of the city that really never sleeps.

Sometimes, I sit and ponder. Having a me time is very important. It helps to keep the body, soul, and mind, in check. During that short period of time, I reflect on the life I have led, and become awfully grateful for how I have grown over the years. Also, during the short period of me time, doing something I really like, without having to hear anyone nag at me is really good. Doing something crazy, and add a dash of fun really makes me happy.

I really do miss those days where I felt so comfortable in my own skin, being in a totally strange country, without fearing that you are not fitting in. I miss those days, when I can dress up outrageously in my own style (tights, boots, skirt, whimsical top) and still laugh it off.

Conclusion: I need more me time!