Retail Therapy

I realize I haven't been writing on this blog since April, but I have been indulging in quite a bit of retail therapy and it's confession time. Besides the things that I need for my existence, I have been letting my wallet loose for some pent-up (ahem) procurement. Let's see...impulse buys I got this month:

1. Black Horsehair Leather Bag. I lurve this bag to death! It has a lock and keys to it, a name card holder, and small attached pouch inside and an extra strap. Okay I know the lock and keys are really just gimmicks, but I dig them for the frivolity. I'm so inspired to design some bags like this. Already came up with my leopard print horsehair pouch sample. Can't wait for the goods to arrive...

2. Purple Woven Nubuck Bag. This one I haven't got around to using yet. Wait for your turn, nubuck!

3. Bobbi Brown Eye Shimmer. I rationalize this buy as timely for the holiday season. In fact, I might just buy the purple colour too. Comes as no surprise that purple is one of my fav colours.

4. 2 white blouses from Southhaven in linen and cotton. Will photograph when i wear them. The salesgirl advises me to wear a beige bra underneath as the blouses are slightly translucent. Hmmm...hope it won't show too much.

5. A black/white skirt and a see-thru blouse from Island Shop (below). A lot of work went into the embroidery at the hem. I haven't figured out when to wear this, or what to pair it with yet, seeing that it's all translucent. It'll come.

6. OxyMask that bubbles up when applied. I love the feeling as it fizzles on my face and my skin feels so smooth and fresh afterwards. Worth every dollar of the $98 it cost.

7. A earrings organizer that I intend to spray-paint white. Rustic copper is sooo not me!

8. Coloured daily lenses from Freshlook. Okay, pure vanity here. Somehow this is the only type of coloured lenses that doesn't make me wanna rub my eyeballs out. The rest get my eyes so dry I start tearing after a few hours. Once, having got stuck at a recording studio doing some editing work, I was so desperate I removed my purple (haha, you caught me again) lenses,  and went home severely myopic.

9. Another quirky jacket from GG5. This one hasn't found its way into my wardrobe yet. But I'm lusting after this polka-dotted jacket with the pointed shoulders that's so 'in' this season. Will exercise some self-control and wait a couple of weeks for a glimmer of the "SALE" word. Actually there's another chiffon pleated short skirt that I've got my eye on from GG5 again. Somebody restrain me!

Hong Kong Film Awards

The film awards on Sunday 19th April saw some celebs dressed to the nines. Picked out a few of my personal favourites who got their threads right...

Whoever would have known that Sandra Ng, the slapstick comedian, would be able to look so glam in her lace dress. I love the way she wore the shoulder dusters with her slick short hair.

This is Tang Wei of Lust Caution fame. Her red ruffled toga dress is very fetching plus with the diamente clutch it's just perfect!

Monica Mok in a nude (very in colour) chiffon dress that remotely resembles a nightie. Only trouble is the cleavage looks slightly suffocated and the outline of her boyshorts underneath the skirt.

The babelicious Lin Chiling from Red Cliff in her beautiful, pleated gown. She does look like she's too thin for her dress cos it looks like it's falling off!

Hong Kong actor Liu Kai Chi won a Best Supporting Actor for his role in Beast Stalker..reliable actor who's been in countless movies. Glad he got another award for all the hard work.

Me on Sunday Times

Here's my feature on The Sunday Times Lifestyle on 5 April about the Stuff I Love. Had one or two other items that didn't make the page...sadly newspapers space is limited.

Giraffe or shoe?

Hey..check out this cool but bizarre shoe. Don't know the label but I'd never be caught dead wearing it!

Pretty Tops..Latest Arrivals at GG5 and Mango

My favourite high street brand, Mango never fails to churn out pieces that really flatter the female form. What I really like about this simple halter neck is the grosgrain ribbons. Makes me look like a prezzy. Also, check out the little detailing along the waist that nips in the fabric to give you a tighter fit. Comes also in bright turquoise. I got the last XS at SGD30.

From GG5, this pretty cami made of silk and chiffon is not my usual style, but the colour makes me look so fair, I had to get it, plus it might just go with my Guess high-waist white pencil skirt! This also comes in black. According to the sales girls, it's going fast at SGD $46.

Cotton On

Wanted the baby pink with black polka dots one but no size...sigh, navy will do.

Love the red gingham undies with the white trim and side bows 

And here's Tiger endorsing the purchase of this cute hot pink pair from Cotton On Body. It only cost me $5 with purchase of any item. When you put your feet onto these furry shoes, it feels like my feet died and went to heaven. Feel the velvety fabric enveloping your skin.

If you wanna grab a pair, they're available in several colours too. Click this to check out their locations internationally. They stock cute undies, bras and other lounge wear at pocket-friendly prices. Love the fun and bright prints they offer..

The main shop Cotton On sells clothes, belts and accessories at budget prices like 2 sweaters/tanks for S$19.90. It's usually poorly lit (maybe to save on electricity) and rather dusty (to save on manpower?) sometimes, but who can complain at prices like this. If you are in the mood to treasure-hunt, you might actually find some cool pieces

Stella MacCartney Spring/Summer Collection

Stella MacCartney's Spring Collection 2009 is to die for... she's a genius. This collection features some nude, neutrals and nautical looks that I really love. Just check out the sexy nude bustier dress in the first picture, with a mischievous layering detail on the skirt. The bag with the sails  cute too...so happy. Makes you wanna go to the beach like today! Remember to wear the matching dress!

Anyway the last pic is what you should be drooling about, assuming you're brave enough to risk some major exposure. Impossibly short with conch-shape cutouts, and a sexy off-shoulder, this dress will get you more than double-takes.

Check out the rest of her collection at www.stellamaccartney.com