Harper’s Island - Death Watch

This show just gets better and better.

I knew that Hunter would die some how. I knew that he would get killed once he left the island. I just knew it!

Episode 3:
Victim 1: Hunter Jennings. The other man. Died after being shot at gunpoint in a boat.

Harper’s Island sure is directed in an absolutely good way, that you can throw all sorts of stereotypes about thriller flicks out of the window. Nothing is predictable anymore.

Nothing.

Whilst two thirds into the show, and no one had died, I was disappointed. And then, in the last five minutes of the show, Hunter heads out to sea, and “Bam”.

All you need is for the bride to be killed next week, and we can say that the show has really scored.

BS: Lip Plumper by Sally Hansen

Late last year, I blogged about my lips being awfully sensitive to products and the only lip care that I can use without an allergic reaction is produced by the good people of Burt’s Bees.

Well, good news folks! I have found another product that has passed the lip sensitivity test!

Initially, I had my doubts about this product, for it is manufactured by a company who deals with nail products. But, after seeing that it has been tested and approved by dermatologists, I decided to just test my luck. And, I love it.

I love it for it’s glossiness. Now, my lips will never look naked anymore. This lip plumper has a fruity taste to it and upon application, your lips will feel this tinge of coolness. It comes in four shades: Clear, Sheer Blush, Sheer Pink, and Sheer Mocha. My favourite has to be Sheer Blush. There is a good hint of baby pinkness, which compliments a dash of blusher. There is no significant plumping effect though. It does not miraculously give you Jolie’s lips. But, who cares, I can finally wear proper lip gloss!

My own fifi-lapin bag

Remember my blog post on shopper’s tote bag, not too long ago? Well… I was web surfing for a bag that is friendly enough for my laptop to sleep in.

And hooray! I did manage to find one that I really love.

I got my lappy, a cute tote from LeSportSac. It features an abstract Fifi-Lapin design, in which Fifi Lapin is in the sky! The amazing part is, the bag looks exactly the same as the one which is featured in the LeSportSac catalogue! Right to where Fifi-in-a-skirt is located on the bag.

If you’re wondering, Fifi-lapin is this snazzy little bunny who is obsessed about the latest fashion. Take a look at her website! Amazing feat for a chic little bunny.

From the moment I laid my eyes on this design in the catalogue, I knew that I have hit jackpot. I had always wanted a LeSportSac bag. Not only it is light weight, it is also waterproof. But, all the designs that I had seen so far, looks either too cheesy, too old, or too boring. I’m just so lucky that this particular design was still available in stores, because it was sold out on their website!

Oh my dear lappy is so excited now, it is hopping for joy.

Live Platinum by JLo

I have been on a hunt to acquire a new scent for almost a year and a half.

I’m pretty picky when it comes to fragrances, because it is something intimate - It speaks volume about a person’s taste and personality. Plus (as ironic as it sounds), I hate to be a wearer of a popular fragrance. Wearing the same scent as the person standing next to me, is somewhat embarrassing.

One year and a half, and possibly 100 over scent testings later, I finally found something that I like! Introducing: Live platinum by Jennifer Lopez.

This scent has been out since last autumn as a winter collection, but I have never crossed path with it, till today. Inspired by winter, it is suppose to represent the idea that “every wish in wonderland sparks a sea of stars“. How befitting for me as I adore winter.

Key scents include marzipan, plum, ruby grapefruit, christmas rose, heliotrope, orange blossom, vanilla, musk, white cedar wood and amber. When applied, there is a sharp sense of flowery fruitiness. But as it wears off, it slowly morphs into a calm scent that smells like muted flowers; frozen in ice. After a longer while, the initial hint of fruitiness is now masked over by a thin crisp wood scent that is covered in fresh snow.

This limited edition eau de perfume comes in a snow-inspired bottle; only available in 50ml, and retails at SGD $82.

I’m so happy to add this little number to my collection of perfumes. =)

Shopper’s Bag

Quadrupling up as a shopping bag (says who we need to lug flimsy plastic bags when we go grocery or clothes shopping), a book bag, a casual bag to stuff your work needs, and as a weekend / holiday tote. These bags sure look cute enough to use on a daily basis.

Above: Shopper’s Bag from Accessorize

Harper’s Island - Crackle

Dead.

Poor Cousin Ben. He doesn’t even get a cast picture shot.

Nor does grandpa who got whipped up and got chopped.

Episode1:
Victim 1: Cousin Ben. (Died five minutes into the show)
Victim 2: Uncle Marty. (Chopped into two on a bridge)

Episode 2:
Victim 1: Reverend Faith. Death by being caught in a booby trap and having his head sickled off.
Victim 2: Kelly Seaver. The outcast who claims to see Wakefield alive. Death by hanging after she made out with her bf.
Victim 3: Lucy Daramour. The socialite who lands up in a pit hole, is set on fire and is left to die.

My, my… Things are getting hotter in here aren’t it?

I heart AE

Please, allow me to indulge.

Of all the brands that is available locally, I really wished that American Eagle would just come to Singapore!

I’m not that into their clothes, because they look better on a caucasian with luscious sun-tanned skin than on an asian who spends most of her time in an air-con room, but I’m definitely loving their cute undergarments.

Firstly, AE’s undergarments are made of awfully comfortable and lasting materials - even though it’s the same good ol’ cotton. Secondly, they come in assorted colours and designs. You can be a sailor-wannabe one day, and on another, a fairy (with all the ruffles). Thirdly, the cut is really good. It’s really comfy (provided you pick the right design for your contour).

Just look at those cute little things!

*Above: Undergarments from American Eagle

Do it, the chunky bracelet way.

I love jewellery. Choosing the right jewellery to wear, can make an ordinary outfit sizzle, help project your style, and differentiate your clothes from someone else’s.

Every lady should pair their plain outfit with at least one jewellery to brighten up the whole look.

My current jewellery craze has to be the chunky bracelet. It is so easy to carry them off. With just a single piece, or many clashing pieces put together, I just love the way it can dress up or down a look; helping you to finish up the bohemian-chick, the rocker, or the sweet princess look.

Move aside the all boring single strand of 925 silver that shows no character (not even close to being called a charmed bracelet), and welcome the wide range of bracelets - wood, resin, beads, pearls, diamante, metal and shells. And be free to mix and match your entire collection to your heart’s content. That is what I love about bracelets.

It all started with my love for indie bangles. Believe it or not, I started collecting indie bangles when I was in secondary school, before the entire bohemian faze started. I was just so intrigued by the dazzling array of colourful bangles that could be found in Little India (an area in Singapore that sells Indian food, clothes, and spices), that I spent some good money buying them.

For ladies who have small wrists, and is unable to carry off huge chunky bracelets, because they constantly slip off the wrists, do not fear! There is another alternative to styling up the “chunky bracelet” way. Simply purchase bold stretched bracelets (those that have an elastic in them), or smaller bracelets with hinges in them. Such bracelets can be easily found in shops like Diva, Topshop, F21, and Little MIss Selfridge, (and they won’t burst your budget!).

1) Just mix and match the elastic bracelets carefully according to your outfit (colour and thickness) and slap them on! 2) Put on one or two big chunky bracelets in and put on the elastic bracelet last (to prevent the chunky bracelets from falling out). It works for me!

*Above: Featuring assorted chunky bracelets from Forever 21.

Harper’s Island

It is finally here.

The mystery, the suspense.

Set on an island off Seattle, “Harper’s Island”, is like a mix of Lost and Cluedo rolled into one.

Who is the killer? Why are people getting killed? Is it a massacre? Is it for revenge? What is it for?

Episode one proves to be a bait. I am hooked.

Within the first ten minutes into the show, cousin Ben gets killed. Poor cousin Ben is tied to the ruddle and waiting for his death moments underneath the boat that is used to ferry the couple and their guests to Harper Island. He is equipped with an oxygen tank to keep him alive, till the very last moment where the ruddle is activated, and chop, he is unfortunately beheaded.

Before you can recover from shock, at the end of Episode one, the groom’s uncle gets slain. Technically, it was not really a swift kill, rather it was more of a Scream with the reaper’s knife chopping up the bottom half off. Gross? I concur.

Nobody knows who is going to get killed next.

One by one.

At the end of this limited 13-episode run, everyone is expected to die. Except the main lead, and perhaps the killer.

Wow…

I’m waiting. Who is next?

Colbie Caillat Deluxe Album

After waiting for 2 years, Colbie launched her latest album - Coco the Deluxe Edition. This new edition has 20 songs, out of which, 12 songs are from the original cover and the other 8 songs consist of unplugged versions of the old songs and brand new songs.

Being the Colbie fan, I bought the new album.

True to herself, her new songs were characteristic of Colbie: smooth vocals, upbeat tunes, and very-California (it’s the beach, the sun, and the sea). Comparing her new works to the old 11 songs, I have to say that I’m still a fan of “Bubbly, Magic, Tailor made, and Feelings show”. There’s just this sweet vibe about her old songs.

Nonetheless, I’m happy that I get to hear new songs.