Posted in Shopping Tips, tagged Clothes, Fashion, fashion tips, image, Shopping, vintage on February 25, 2009 | 1 Comment »
Are you looking to stand out from the crowd with some vintage wear?
Check out these shops in Singapore for some cool wear to satisfy your fashion needs.
Style:Nordic, 39 Ann Siang Road (Near Chinatown MRT Station)
Open times: Mon-Sat noon-8pm, Sun noon-5pm
The shop is known for its Scandanavian labels like Nudie Jeans and Burfitt and they have [...]
Posted in Other Events, Shopping Tips, tagged Beauty products, clearance sales, online shop, Shopping on February 21, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
The two-year-old multi-label beauty store, Apothecary + Co, closed at Raffles City yesterday. The shop will sell its existing products such as make-up line Pixi, Comme des Garcons frangrance line and bodycare brand This Works online, while stocks last.
Check out www.apothecaryandco.com for more details. Free delivery of purchases in Singapore when spending is at least S$75 (US $50).
Posted in Fashion Talk, Shopping Tips, tagged asian, Clothes, Fashion, image, vintage on January 24, 2009 | 6 Comments »
If you are looking for a piece of outfit that is sexy, smart and formal all at the same time, why not get yourself a cheongsam with a modern touch? Far from being outdated or prudish, today’s cheongsam exude chinoiserie chic.
Here are some shops specializing in modern takes on the traditional costume:
(Pictures are from the [...]
Posted in Fashion Events, Shopping Tips, tagged Charity, designer wear, Fashion, Gucci, Shopping, UNICEF on January 22, 2009 | 1 Comment »
Gucci’s latest collection, Tattoo Heart, is designed and created to support UNICEF’s programs that provide lifesaving health care, protection, clean water, and education to children in Malawi and Mozambique.
So if you are a Gucci’s fan with a big heart, why not grab one of these fashionable merchandises and do your part for charity. 25% of [...]
Posted in Other Events, Shopping Tips, tagged branded watches, designer wear, Fashion, luxury watches, Promotion, Shopping on January 19, 2009 | 1 Comment »
For James Bond’s fans out there, ever wonder what brand of watches he wears?
Answer: Omega
So if you have been looking out for a luxury timepiece to add to your collection, you may want to share in Bond’s passion for Omega.
Location: Omega Boutique at Raffles City
Date: 19 Jan 2009 – 15 Feb 2009
Perks: With [...]
Posted in Shopping Tips, tagged Celebrity, Clothes, Fashion, image on January 12, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
I will be attending a white-tie event in a couple of months which set me looking out for some ideas on choosing a good gown. After some research, these are what I found to be useful:
The cut is most important for the creation of a good gown. However, a well cut gown made from [...]
Posted in Shopping Tips, tagged Celebrity, designer wear, Fashion, vintage on January 2, 2009 | 2 Comments »
With so many vintage-inspired designs in the market, how do spot for the authentic ones? Here are some tips:
1) Do your RESEARCH! Get equipped with the basic knowledge of fashion and design history. Books on these topics are readily available at most leading bookstores.
2) Most people made their own clothes in earlier days. As such, [...]
Posted in Fashion Talk, Shopping Tips, tagged Christmas party, Clothes, Fashion, image on December 7, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
With Christmas around the corner, finding the outfit for the numerous parties we need to attend can be a headache.
Here are some tips…
1) Be a sport and stick to the dress code, if there is one. Everyone loves a team player.
2) When there is no clear-cut theme, opt for safe attire both in design and [...]
Posted in Shopping Tips, tagged rip-off, Shopping, Thailand on December 5, 2008 | 2 Comments »
I had recently visited Thailand (fortunately I got back before the protestors “invited” me to stay on at their famous Hotel a la Airport) and have bought some clothes at their famous street markets. I bought a dress at 650baht at Platinum Shopping Mall after bargaining for 10mins and I thought it was a good [...]
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