Sassisam for Pink Ribbon (and Christmas!)

I absolutely love that the whole of October is dedicated to Breast Cancer Awareness. Everything is PINK! Everyone is donating money for cancer research! And everybody’s getting on board - I reckon it’s just marketing genius!

October also means that it’s only 2 months til Christmas (eeek!). So over the next few months, I’m going to be featuring lots of products that make great gifts for your girlfriends, boyfriends and yourself!

First up, Sassisam have a nice selection of quality Pink Ribbon products, where part of the profits go to help Breast Cancer awareness and research.

Here are some of my favourites:

Aluminium eco-water bottles and Damask Card Case.

Pink Ribbon Card Case and Keyring of Hope (includes charms)

Pink Ribbon FOB Keyring and Damask Compact (silver-plated double mirror).

xox Enjoy!

Addicted to: Body Butters

There’s something very special about rubbing nutty butter all over your body on a warm, balmy evening. My personal favourites are the Shea, Cocoa, and Coconut range from The Body Shop.

Kookai - Autumn 2009

I have been dying to do some shopping! So much so, I can’t work out where to shop and what to buy first… I’m almost jittery with excitement. Ok a bit sad, I know.

Kookai’s latest Autumn collection caught my eye, and thought it might be a nice place to start. I like.

Fashion Find: Seafolly Swimsuits

I’m trying to go for a 5km run or small swim every day, do yoga or stretches every other day.

And I’m seriously hankering for a new swimsuit!

Here’s me eyeing some super-cute, yummy pieces from Seafolly.

Fashion Find: Scarves in Muted Hues

Although we do not have cold winter in Malaysia but I'm gonna have a white Christmas this year. These scarves from Anthropologie are enough to inspire me to dress up a simple black dress, or white top and pants. Love the colors!

Perfect Wedding Shoes!

Oooh I see these gorgeous Miu Miu shoes and I think of happy, sparkly garden weddings, with parisoles, violins, water fountains and white roses. Crystal Embellished Flats, Metallic Embellished Flats and Flower Motif Flats from Net-A-Porter.

Xixili Makes Me Happy

Aaahhh, there’s nothing like a good dose of shopping with the girlfriends to brighten my day. Especially during a lingerie sale.

I’m a complete sucker for xixili’s Lingerie collection. There’s no other way to describe it - I’m a girl and they’re just so preeeeeeeety.

Photo is of a model from Indulge Fashion.

Vicente Villarin - Spring 2008

I stumbled across the Spring 2008 collection of Vicente Villarin, by fashion designer Joanne Cordero Reyes.

I just love the way her pieces have an artful form about them, full of texture, depth and subtlety. Gorgeous stuff.

Vicente Villarin Layered Cocktail Dress, this incredibly beautiful dress is my favorite piece among all.

Vicente Villarin in Elle Magazine's September 2008 Issue.

Updates- Singapore Trip September '08

So I was back to Singapore in less than one year again, and I felt GREAT! I love the heat, I love the food, I love the shopping!!

I arrived on 1st of September, Monday 7am, and it’s been a crazy whirlwind of courses, seminars, meetings, shopping and eating. This time stayed a bit longer, it’s been so much fun for one whole week!

During the trip, besides the interesting courses, seminars and great people that I've met. I had a list of “MUST SEE” boutiques and fashion designers compiled from dozens of personal recommendations, suggestions and my own online research.

On the top of my list was Soon Lee, in Haji Lane.

I got the impression that it was VERY DIFFERENT to the high-end, designer-brand, super-shiny boutiques in Singapore’s Orchard District.

One of the results of mass production and globalisation is the rise of the conventional shopping mall. These shopping experiences are predictable, and pretty much the same, whether you’re in Malaysia, Australia, Singapore or London.

If you take on fashion and interested to showcase different, unique and local shopping experiences - you must take a look at Haji Lane by yourself.

I'm sure you will love it!


Walking down Haji Lane, you would probably think you arrived at the wrong place for a fashion experience. The lane is long and narrow. There is the occasional piece of rubbish lying around, there are rickshaws (yes, a pedal powered taxi with a charming, old, toothless man!) and rubbish bins are parked next to tiny, two-stroke vans and motorcycles.

Old shop houses run the length of the shopping lane – some shops have vines growing up the building, with aged, oriental murals flaking off the walls. Some have uber modern glass walls, with brushed, stainless steel fittings and amazingly designed wall patterns. The place is crammed with absolutely unique shops and cafes.


Singapore is a sophisticated, developed, modern and a truly global city. But nearby in Arab Street, you can literally see, feel, smell and taste that Singapore has been a cross roads of international trade and cultural exchange for centuries.

I loved all the vibrant colours, deep textures, exotic smells, the mix of old and new, the signs of oriental and global influence. It was incredible.

I adore the blog by the co-owner of Soon Lee, Sharon Cher, www.ishopsoonlee.blogspot.com

She is one smart woman. Passionate, intelligent, brave, stylish, driven - exactly the kind of person that makes fashion exciting!

Her shop is wonderful. Eclectic, busy, over-flowing with delicious bits and pieces and designed goodies – clothes, jewellery, accessories, hats, belts, sun glasses, homewares.

Soon Lee
56, Haji Lane, Level 2, Singapore.
Open everyday from 2pm-8pm.
Phone: (65)6297 0198

You get the feeling that Haji Lane oozes a new kind of quiet, creative confidence in Singapore, still fresh and exciting. Haji Lane is worth visiting just to experience Arab Street and its surrounds too, and the price of everything seem very affordable.

Most boutiques in Haji Lane only open their doors from around 2.00pm, and are still open till around 9 -10 pm. I’ve been told that the best time to visit is 4pm on a weekday.

Get there by:

Taxi - You might need to explain to the taxi driver that Haji Lane is parallel to Arab Street, between North Bridge Road and Beach Road, then shouldn't be any problem. I used this google map.

Or take the MRT East-West line train to Bugis station and walk for 10 minutes.

Enjoy!

My Winter Fashion Favourites: Berets

I have always loved wearing beanies and knitted berets!

I love it that I can plop something on my head to cover my bad hair-day moment, to then suddenly look all stylish, and keep my head warm.

I found some cute ones from Urban Outfitters!

Kookai - Autumn 2008

I just LOVE Kookai’s latest winter collection.

Kookai is a French label. Its clothing line is generally characterised by French fashion trends. It has stores in Europe, Asia, America and Australia. Now well established in Asia and Australia.

I always seem to love their mix of Parisian, boho and classic styles. You can buy their stuff online at ASOS.

Shu Uemera Coloured Eye Shadows

Absolutely fall in love with Shu Uemera false lashes.

I've been collected them since last year. My most favorite lashes as above. It looks dramatic but this synthetic version features a criss-crossed design provide the most voluminous lashes.



I’ve been on the look out for some new eye shadow too. Yeah, I'm trying to venture out into COLOUR.

I spotted these limited edition Shu Uemura pressed eye shadow colours and argh they’re so pretty!