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It's a pleasant surprise to see Charles & Kieth coming up with such classy vogue-inspired ad campaign. A far cry from its Auntish heartland reputation with the locals.
Boy, I LURVE the little black dress and floppy hat! Oops, they both not from C&K.
Anyway, I don't own a truckload full of C&K's heelys. Mainly because I have had awful (and painful) experiences with its heels. Bottomline: I think my feet is worth more than rotten quality shoes whose designs are ripped off from the real haute couture labels. Though I must say its flats and accessories are quite worthed the buy. The signature store at Changi Airport Duty Free has become my usual replenishment stop for belts and sometimes sunglasses.
[image via Charles & Keith SS09 campaign]
After writing the post of me having this insane urge to get a wide brim floppy hat, I spent the long long night googling about it. Call me persistent.
And Anthropologie has just what I want! Its Hideaway Hat (very apt name) has a 8-inch brim which, at first sight, seems a tad crumpled like an old farmer's worn-out sun hat. But floppy doesn't mean sloppy. The brim is actually lined with wires that will adjust to the whims of the wearer (which would me yours truly)!
I love the lazy, nonchalant look the Hideaway Hat brings out. The slightly crumpled brim resembles a lotus leaf, no? If I have my way, I would dance around in the barley fields with nothing but a cotton white dress, ruffia straw floppy hat and a flute of champange in my hand, singing to a Sixpence None The Richer number.
Other than ruffia straw and polyester, the floppy hat comes in velvet, wool, satin and even fur! But for more pragmatic purposes, I think the straw, satin ones would make more sense in tropically Singapore.
Now I just need to get The Mother to stop nagging at me for my excessive collection of headwear... =P
[Images via Anthropologie]
For some insane reason, I think frolicking and basking in summer sunshine while out on a picnic outing is kinda romantic. But not without a cute sun dress and a HUGE floppy hat! (think fun sans freckles)
I love my Fedoras and Trilbies but a floppy sun hat (somewhat) spells a different kind of romance and exudes a 'lil o-so-sweet feminine charm. Well, the huge brim will hide my squirting eyes (from the sun glare) very well.
The MOSIAC festival is coming soon. There will be excuses to go outdoors for music and beer. *rubs hands* Time to search for the perfectly stunning floppy sun hat! Heard of Helen Kaminski??
Each time I say the same thing. But each time, I really am glad to have returned home in one piece after a 14-day roller coaster trip.
Or least, with a new piece of clothe. Hahah!
Cotton Cardigan: Tommy Hilfiger, Bangalore
White Denim Shorts: H&M, Shanghai
It's the first time ever in many years, that the weather's cool and comfy during the Lunar New Year. Indicative of the changing climate eh?
Anyways, it's spring time! (Supposedly) What better time to don lovely pastel colours?
Baby Pink Empire Dress with Black Skinny Belt: BYSI
PIP Black Patent Boots: Zoe Witther, Brisbane
On The Brother:
Red Checkered Short-Sleeve Shirt: Coupé-Cousu
Grey Bermudas: Giodarno
White Leather Sneakers: Puma
Not a big fan of tights but, I'm definitely loving stockings and garter belts.
Old-school seduction is back, baby.
Aischa Belted Black Satin Dress Corinto: H&M, DubaiStella Grey Wool-Acrylic Cropped Cardigan: H&M, DubaiSheer Stockings with Ribbon Bow: Tangs The Dressing RoomEnzo Angiolini Easocal Dark Grey Suede: Nine WestMarc Jacobs Clutch in Cream: ShanghaiCharm Bracelet: H&M, DubaiGarter Belt (not in picture): Priceless because it's a birthday surprise for The Boyfriend.
At least that's what The Boyfriend thought I looked like - prim and proper. Well, good news for me because *raises eyebrows* I'm having dinner with his entire family.
Block Colour Jersey Dress: Forever 21PIP Black Patent Boots: Zoe Witther, Brisbane
Red Clam Shell 'Granny' Handbag: Topshop
P.S.: Those gold military-inspired buttons seem to add a lil sparkle to the other-wise plain dress. Love it.
I've been telling myself to save up for an exotic getaway with The Boyfriend to Koh Samed - a really secluded beautiful island in Thailand. So I promised myself that this pair of wonderfully gorgeous Enzo Angiolini Easocal Dark Grey Suede in 3.5inches heels will be the last pair of sole purchase this year. Then I recalled I said the same thing for the Zoe Witther PIP Black Patent Ankle Boots. And the stacked platform peep-toe sandals. And the Anne Klein Black Patent Wedges.
Tis the season to fall in love and wear short skirts! Screw the recession. We need shorter hem lines to boost the bearish economy. Besides, tight skirts are good for withstanding the stronger-than-usual wind experienced on this sunny island!
Tanktop: Topshop
Gold Studded Skirt: My Runway Label
Black Patent Peep-Toe Wedges: Anne Klein
Aviator Shades: F21
Red Roses in the background: The Crazy Boyfriend
The recent festives/holidays reeling in one after the other, has got me snowed in quite a bit. Some got married, some celebrated their birthdays and a few home parties to attend. Amidst the 'chaos', I realised I haven't taken a single decent picture to show you what I wore -_-"
Checkered Gingham Vest in Black: http://myrunwaylabel.livejournal.com
Charm Necklaces: Forever21, Dubai
Excuse my rather grim look; the sun was shining a tad brightly at my sleepy face.
Weekend church weddings are probably my favourite kind of events. Casual dressy, flowing flowery, windy breezy. You get the idea. =)
Strapless Dress with Pink-Grey Flower Prints: Mango, Sdyney
Snake-Skin Leather Heels in Pink: Nué
Purple Wrist-let Clutch: Accessorize
White Pearl Earrings: Shanghai
On BF:
Dress Shirt: Raoul
Linen Suit: H&M, Dubai Belt: Springfield
Shoes: Pedro
Meanwhile, aJ decided to go oriental. So befitting for a SIA stewardess. =)
On aJ:
Black Cheongsum with Gold Embroidery: Far East Plaza
White Pearl Earrings: China
Clarice by Kate Spade
3.5" Peep-toe Satin Pump with Ribbon Detail in Fuschia
This is SWEETNESS overdose. Goes well with a white wedding dress. I think. =)
There's a round-toe pump in cobalt. Just as adorable.
I think I've been fussing too much over pinkish stuff these days. I used to eye them with disdain. Must be the love hormones.
Familiar ensemble. Except I put on a 120 denier black stockings to glam up, befitting for a night out. Added a couple more chucky bracelets on my wrist. A bunch of gerberas and a cow in tow. LOL.
Stripe Playsuit: Sass & Bide, BrisbaneStella Grey Wool-Acrylic Cropped Cardigan: H&M, DubaiPIP Black Patent Leather Ankle Boots: Zoe Witther, BrisbaneBlack Leather Waist Belt: H&M, ShanghaiChucky Bracelets: H&M, Dubai
Leather Watch: Espirit, Hyderabad
120 Denier Black Stockings: David Jones, Brisbane
Red Gerberas: Mr. X
Walking Cow Balloon: Jessie
Red Envelope of MPH Vouchers: Shuqin & Jessie
Wonderful Ice-Cream in my Stomach: Mr. X
Soft, Juicy, Succulent Ribeye (also) in my Stomach: Wild Rocket
Awesome Night.
Birthday eve, and I'm desperately nursing a bad case of cold. A refreshing change of new (and darker) hair colour helped to lift the mood up. For a while.
Still, Joyeux Anniversaire.
Grey Cardigan Dress: H&M, Shanghai
Pip Black Patent Ankle Boots: Zoe Witther, Brisbane
Black Stocking: David Jones, Brisbane
Charm Bracelets: H&M, Dubai
Charm Necklace: Forever 21, Dubai
Wayfarer-inspired Shades: Charles&Keith
I look like a bumble bee. I steer clear of horizontal stripes as much as possible (though me thinks guys in strippy rugby shirts are sexy). But when opportunity presents me a cute playsuit at a ridiculously 90%-off sale... I give it a try.
Is it supposed to be a drop-crotch? I'm still figuring.
Stripe Playsuit: Sass & Bide, BrisbaneStella Grey Wool-Acrylic Cropped Cardigan: H&M, DubaiPIP Black Patent Leather Ankle Boots: Zoe Witther, BrisbaneBlack Leather Waist Belt: H&M, ShanghaiCharm Necklace & Bracelet: H&M/F21, DubaiOh by the way, have I told you lately that I'm obsessed with my ankle boots? I wanna grab a few more pairs off the shelf!
What I want for Christmas.
