Filling the distance

The distance between my last post to this is unforgivingly long! Lets just say I was away for a festive reason. November in Singapore means, the same hot weather with lots of thunder and daily rain, than usual (Thor is growling as I write this!). And festive times means lots of poker games and lots of lovely fooda. I try to avoid the temptation, because my adoption of healthy food is disturbed, but somethings can't be controlled I guess!!

Noting special but I had this picture which 'educates' you on the correct way of wearning denim according to you body type, so I decided to share it. You probably have fund it in the facebook, or any fashion magazines but hey I am just filling the distance :)

Inside the golden bag!

Highlight of yesterday, when I was out and about around town for finding that 'twenty dollar fab find challenge',which will be my new regular thing every month, was an old lady commenting/complimenting me that I looked like a butterfly just because I was wearing a yellow dress, and the brand bag of the cool purchase I made yesterday shined like gold, which again grabbed the compliments of shopkeepers and people. 'what is it, what is it?' and 'nice bag' were the ubiquitous phrase and I was flattered obviously. 

The brand is 'MU-apparel' (logo written in Chinese letter), it's a kampong(local) brand local designer Alfie Leong, who also has another label set up in 2010 'A.W.O.L (All walks of life', which is said to be more better and higher end, but is still affordable. Steadily attracting the global attention, his works has also been featured in Vogue Italia. 

'MU' is an outcome behind the concept of 'east meeting west'. The tailoring is everything but mundane. It's individual, not that traditional in terms of specific way of making clothes but is practical enough. In few words it's interesting and 'cool'. 

I got myself a bag. It's original, unique and practical, and yes so me! 

the golden bag

looks good huh!

practical!

the logo

The N°5 Story

"A woman should wear a perfume wherever she wants to be kissed", no wonder Marilyn Monroe slept with nothing but 'CHANEL N°5'. yeah yeah every other blogger has already enlighten you about it, but as an honest Coco fan (both as a designer and as a lady) and N°5 fan I had to post this. 

In brief, a site Inside Chanel, has been launched which, tells us the story of Mademoiselle's most legendary perfume. The site also has a section which 'educates' the viewers on the important Coco Chanel moments. The trailer is so incredibly engaging that I could literally feel my excitement mounting. With the trailer, was also revealed the first (man) face of the perfume, Brad Pitt, which will also be out there shortly (intrigued!) 

Fond of red!

Everything/everyone has a rhythm. Some are ageless and rock on forever, while some fade away. I must admit that the rhythm of red lipstick strongly lies on the first description. And I must also admit that albeit it's my ultimate make-up accessory I loathed it during my first try, that was when I was about thirteen (Don't want to remember it!!). I thought I looked like a call girl and for me red lipstick associated with dealings of body pleasures in exchange of money! I blame my then-uncultivated make up skills.
How do I even begin to describe the wonder of red lipstick. It's an instant wear that adds sophistication, sexiness and confidence to anyone who wears it!.That's my honest testimony. Also the reason behind the posting of old adverts is, I just feel nostalgic! I do love the sleek and shiny adverts of today but vintage is just my kind!

that's how you wear 'em ;)

I found Nemo!

Twisted ankle means massaging with 'spicy' oil, bandaging, bed-resting all day and cancelling the long planned movie date with a dear friend, and oh yes thinking, deep thinking. Of things you wouldn't be intetested!
How did it happen anyway? well, I have this new regime, because of which I have been running every morning for the past few days, and I guess my ankles can't take it no more! So, besides 'resting' I as usual went through the 'F' shows happening at the moment.
Whilst browsing through the latest fashion shows I found a particular dress I adored by Caroline Charles. Yes it's the one with the fish! nothing fishy about my choice, it's just that 'Nemo' happens to be one of my favourite film and the dress is pretty & cool. It almost makes me forget about my limping leg!

Hot & Must!

To be disciplined is one of the most difficult thing in the world! When making the routine, you are so sure you are going to follow it and when comes the time of actually activating it, procrastination automatically comes up. Story of my life at the moment! I AM following my self-made routine finally! I had made it about a month ago and albeit the progression is gradual I am happy, and that's the important thing right?!Well, yeah but until I saw the Anna Dello Russo's accessories collection for H&M. The editor-at-large and creative consultant of Vogue Japan's debut collection in collaboration with Swedish brand H&M is something to look out for next time you are in town. 

Though I dis-like anything reptilian, I must say I did not hesitate on complimenting the snake-ear-ring and the lizard bracelet. The texture is rich, and I think it's a must

Pictureless words or isit!?

Haruki Murakami, my best author of the moment, surely deserves a standing ovation for his incredible imagination. I am amidst '1Q84' and as much as I am very much engrossed, I felt the urge to write anything about him/his book.

Judging from the book jacket, the title I thought it was just another post war momento. I changed my mind with the grey branches, dark sky and the yellowish moon art on the cover. It looked mysterious. To be honest I was just interested in the story because of the author. His previous book I had read was Norweigan Wood. My two attractions towards his books are firstly, the english is simple, (probably because it is translated) and he uses some of the random-est and vivid metaphors and similies and secondly his stories are never simple. 

Everything is normal, but it really isn't! As the acreditation on the cover reads 'maddening brilliance'

1Q84 is a story about two worlds 1984 and 1Q84. It's about the worlds with one moon and two moons. Intrigued much!?

It's a must read!