Dreaming of Loubs…

I’m so deeply embarrassed by my lack of post - October came and went just like that! How do those bloggers keep up to date with their blog despite their hectic schedule? I wonder.

Finally decide to archive some of my photos… and these made me smile.

There is just something so dreamy about those Loubs that I want to pinch myself every time I wear it.

It goes well with work wear, evening wear, a date. I just love these nudes so very much.

I can’t say much for the taller black version of this Pigalle. The fit drove me nuts. The erratic sizing of Louboutins is true to the tee. I had bruises of my feet less than 20 minutes of wearing them… at home!

Digging into the archives deeper…

The little treats in life.

How’s November coming along for you? =)

Winter Solace

I had in mind to blog about Hong Kong over the weekend. But being a klutz I left my charger in the office and have resorted to using my dad’s laptop.

As it turns out, the weekend wasn’t too bad. I watched the final sequel of Harry Porter with my gal pals and loved most part of it - must they really put in the last portion?

The icing on the cake,  has got to be hearing that my Samantha Wills earrings are finally back after six months.

Kenneth Jay Lane of Australia, Samantha Wills has a huge following in Hollywood.

Picture credits: Samantha Wills

For one, Drew Barrymore is a huge fan. I think she tops the list.

And the Duchess, Fergie.

Not to mention, Wills’ earrings were featured in the ever so popular, cult fashion movie - Sex and the City.

For those who are craving to buy this pair of sold-out earrings, they are still available at antipodean.

I love collecting jewellery, and when I saw these on sale, I knew they were coming home with me.

Picture credit: Antipodean Sg.

How gorgeous are these?

But as luck turns out, we were like star crossed lovers.

They brought in a second pair on my request, as the first pair’s hooks were rubbed bare of the promised silver and I have awfully sensitive ears

Unfortunately, the moment I brought it out of the shop, some crystals fell off! I was as shocked as I was excited the moment I laid my hands on them! So I brought them back immediately. As the attendant handled the earrings, more crystals fell off!

Imagine our horrified faces.

So 6 months worth of wait, and kind patience of the shop owner and attendants - thank you so much - to source for people to repair the item. It’s back!

Doesn’t this remind you of mooncakes?

There are missing stones, but the earrings’ bling makes up for it.

Gorgeous. Gorgeous.

Thank you so much Antipodean!

So red, it’s bad.

Or would I say, so pink it’s bad?

I have crossed over to the dark and dangerous side of red.

It’s so thrilling. A road of no returns.

Oh darling, hand me the pearls.

I thought I’ll punctuate my travel blogs with one of my well-kept secret of 2010.

2010 was my best year in terms of collecting Chanel’s costume jewellery. The seasonal pieces had hints of class in them, they were all so covetable. It was not easy to walk out of the boutique without laying my hands on at least one of the pieces!

One of my favourite jewellery of 2010 that I’ve not told anyone about is this long strand of CC pearl necklace. The necklace is knotted on a silk thread and can be worn as a double strand.

It is a precious find for only 3 strands were brought in.

I shall not bore you with the details on the frantic I-need-that-necklace call to the SA. Let’s just say that this baby was the last in the warehouse.

Funny how costly costume pearls cost. Liken it to carrying a Chanel clutch on my chest.

The pearls are off-white - which is a colour that I like very much as it compliments my Asian skin tone.

I also like that instead of the usual smooth costume pearls, this necklace has a good mix of pearls of different size and shape. It breaks the monotony of the necklace.

I can’t say that this necklace is something that can be worn on a daily basis. Rather, save it for a special date.

A close up of the pearls. Reminds me of the bubbles in champagne.

And for today, I shall leave you with a quote by Co Co Chanel, the very lady who made costume jewellery hip.

“Jewelry should be viewed with innocence, with artlessness,
just as we enjoy the sight of an apple tree in blossom
at the side of the road as we speed past in a motor-car.”

I don’t know about you, but I do know that I’m guarding my collection of pearls and diamonds very tightly.

The fashion scene takes off!

I must say that I’m not proud that I have neglected my blog for almost three weeks. I took off to Hong Kong early in the month and just shopped the holidays away. More on that when I finally get around to putting up pictures sometime later next week.

On the bright side, I’m so excited that the fashion scene is bustling with activities back home.

Forever 21 opened its flagship store at orchard exchange last Friday, H&M is opening theirs soon. Paul Frank too at Ion. And can you believe that Abercrombie is hot on their heels, opening its 4 storeys flagship store at Knightsbridge? Say hello to a fantastic, insane Christmas shopping. I’m excited already.

And you know what? I can’t wait to show you what is coming through from the US!

Reebonz goes global on wheels!

The night was young and bustling with excitement at Chjimes.

Fans of reebonz gathered at Chjimes to snag their favourite bags and to take a sneak peak of Reebonz’s latest business platform - the truck!

Photo credits: Channel Newsasia

While I did not manage to snap a picture of the truck myself - I did busy myself and snuck in before the 7pm start time!

The dress code was elegant causal. So I paired my fushia maxi with an asos pleated bag - I won’t risk my Chanel in a mad crowd! And my new found love - black Fendi cuff.

Of course I brought my best pal - my sister to the event. Or as my sister will claim, it was the other way around. She was the shopper, I was the accessory.

As my sister shopped the shelves - note the absolutely neat display behind her - I was happy to whirl around with my glass of sparkling wine.

I just love the mosaic tiles on the church floor.

Not before long, the clock struck 7pm and the crowd came flowing in.

Note the messy shelf.

Note the long long long queue to browse the truck!

But of course, we had snagged a lovely Miu Miu flat clutch way before the crowd made its way in and weren’t too bothered to queue to go up the truck.

To inject a little humour, Reebonz had to give us this as a parting gift.

But honey, if you were really that kind, I won’t have mind to have this as a parting gift.

But the best surprise of the evening is to run into your long-lost primary school friend! The last time I bumped into her was on a train many years back. Talk about Singapore being awfully small.

What a great evening.

Paradise at ASOS

ASOS is fast becoming my new BFF.

A wide range of fashionable clothes at an affordable price plus superb shipping makes for a very lucrative business model indeed.

If I can’t afford the time to go shopping at the brick-and-mortar shops, hello online paradise.

I was pretty glad that I jumped onto the band wagon when they were having winter sales.

I have a strange fascination with clutches. Especially beaded ones. I got this for £12!

Recently, I also managed to secure a hot shoe item. It took me two weeks of persistent load-and-reload to get the size and colour that I want.

My second booties! It’s really really tall.

I love the lace details and the side zip.

But I just swoon at the ribbon at the back.

Asos is having a 20% off selected brands.

Byzantine Times

I have been for the past year, inspired by Chanel’s Byzantine collection.

Humungously sized, overpowering with gold and blatant faux gem set jewellery is totally the It jewellery of the season.

Unfortunately, I have been too mortified to purchase Chanel’s Byzantine cross necklaces. Honey, for that price, I think I rather splurge it on Louboutins.

Anyway, as I was browsing through Kenneth Jay Lane’s jewellery on net-a-porter’s site, behold!

Gorgeous don’t you think?

Fred Perry Summer Mook 2011

After 3 busy weeks, I finally got out of the house and got around to do my long overdue shopping spree.

Retail therapy works wonders.

I was pleasantly happy to see that Kino had stocked up on the latest Fred Perry Mook. I did hear that it was already in stores 2 weeks ago and I am gleefully happy that the locals must have been too busy with the GE and the april work fever and had bypassed this mook.

It’s one of the best quality gwp bags I have seen thus far. Even better than the Paul & Joe mook that I purchased.

Funny how I really pondered for a long time before I decided to purchase the mook. On the magazine cover, the bag did not seem too enticing. It looked like yet another one of those flimsy ‘recyclable bags’.

However, I’m was completely sold the moment I tore the mook open.

The seems are stitched really nicely.

The logo is super big as well - for those logo fanatics.

The bag is roomy and soft. Awesome bag for my lug-and-go days or for that matter my stand-by computer bag.

Definitely worth my $29.60.

Well in the mean time, as I was browsing through Kino’s magazines selection, I also picked up this month’s issue of Bazaar.

It comes with a 11ml Dr Brandt’s pores no more anti-aging mattifying lotion and 7.5ml pores no more refiner. Whilst stocks last!

Rock it Balenciaga

Nope. I haven’t quite changed allegiance.

But at the rate Ms CC is increasing its charges, I think I can secure an Hermes bag.

Thank God I’ve purchased my precious 2.55 and classic accessories way before the price hike!

While lamenting at the exorbitant CC prices, I thought I shall have a fling with…

Balenciaga.

My new found love in biker chic accessories.

Did I mention that I’ve like 20 other stud bracelets to match it with?

It’s not a phase I swear.