Tartan or plaid

Tell me. How do I know if this shirt dress is tartan or plaid? I've read so many and seen much more pictures about the differences between them two but I still can't quite make out which is which. Anyhow, wearing slipper today was a bad choice because my leg froze (think frozen meat) after sitting for an hour plus in the train.

Dress: Malaysia
Sweater: My guy's
Bag: Seed
Slipper: Bugis Village
Belt: Daiso
Satin Sash Scarf: City Plaza
Hairclip: (Worn as brooch) City Plaza
Bangles: Mustafa Centre

Bencoolen

We spent today walking around in the chilly weather. I think I've mentioned it way too many times before, but I'm going to mention it again. It rained. It's raining everyday now. We forgot to take an outfit shot so I guess this will do. On a lighter note, I found a really nice skirt which has stamp printings on it. I didn't get it though as I'm waiting for the price to be marked down. Anyway, we forgot to take an outfit shot so I guess this will do. The pictures were taken after a heavy dinner at a Turkish Cafe.

Dress: City Plaza
Bag: Pearl's Centre
Belt: Flea Market
Necklace: Avon

Stripes

First plaid and now stripes. What is next? Geometric circles?
Nah... I don't think so.

Top: Hand-me-downs
Bottom: Lucky Plaza
Cardigan: Came with a top
Bag: Thrifted at salvation Army
Shoe: Charles & Keith
Belt: Malaysia
Necklace: Hand-me-downs/ Vintage (My mum's)

School

Today was my first day at uni. Considering that I have to travel for 2 hours from East to West, I wanted to be comfortable. So I chose this cotton plaid dress.

I got my mum to take the pictures right after I got home.
Dress: Flea Market
Sweater: Lucky Plaza
Bag: Thrifted at Salvation Army
Sandal: Vincci
Belt: Thrifted at Salvation Army
Necklace: DIY

High waisted

Originally I wore my black tee that had a huge picture of a nail and the letter "U" (screw you) emboss on the front. But I changed as I my brother said the logo was too attention grabbing. Blah. So I went with this one instead. We went to snap pictures of the thrift stores and went to our usual haunts. I got 11 pairs of clothing :D My favourite among them was this white spaghetti summer dress and checkered high-waisted pencil skirt.

The narrow street of Haji Lane.


House of Japan


Jap Vintage


Barong is a first hand shop though. I acidentally set the mode to slow synchro.


I'm Wuyagege. We didn't enter the shop but I read in a local magazine that it does sell vintage clothings. I peek from the outside and their clothes were neatly displayed. Very much like what you see in the mall.


I got this shades from Barong. I was contemplating between pink and blue but 99% of the time, I can't pull of the colour pink.

Thrift

Who would have thought that Haji Lane is the narrow street that I passed by often. How could I have missed it since I always go Arab Street? Easy. It was soo narrow that two cars can barely fit in. One has to be exceptionally meticulous when driving there because it sure is a tight squeeze. Anyway, I didn't purchase anything there as the clothes in the thrift stores do not carry my size. There were lots of 1940's house dress that I adore but were way too big. I finally tried an acid wash denim skirt but they made my hips look huge. Here's my take on the stores there: -

- House of Japan has an amazing selection of secondhand denim tops and bottoms. Some of the brands they carry are Wrangler's, Levi's, Guess, Lee, etc. Apart from denim, they do have blouse, dress, you get my drift. The shop is man by an elderly Chinese uncle who spoke to me in Mandarin. I do understand him at first but when he started talking fast, I just went blur and replied, "I'll just look around" in Mandarin.

- Jap Vintage stores a whole lot of vintage Kimonos among other things. It was my first time seeing it and I have to say they are really pretty. I wonder if anyone would wear them on the streets. I'll keep a lookout. They too have a massive collection of plaid shirt dress and 1970's dress and suits. A Malay family runs the store and if I'm not mistaken, the girl at the counter said that the prices range from $25 to $65.

- Barong is a Bali -themed shop that houses beach wears. They were closed today but we managed to get in and browse through. If you're looking for a neon or bright coloured shades, this shop is for you. I'm guessing that the two Malay guys who let us in were the owners. I saw one of them on a variety show at Suria Channel, where Barong was featured.

(I didn't get to take pictures of the shop front as it was drizzling. Maybe on my next trip)

Tunic: Azzara (a birthday gift)
Bag: Seed
Slipper: Bugis Village
Satin Sash Scarf: City Plaza
Brooch: Flea Market
Bangles: (Not seen in picture) Little India

I actually wore my black patent pumps out but I think they got hungry because while crossing the street, I realised the mouth were wide open! No wonder my left foot felt airy. Needless to say as I scamper around finding a replacement, I got plenty of unwanted stares. I finally decided on the silver flip-flops which matches my tunic and were only $3.90. I brought my patent home hoping to get it repaired but the left pair too got torn! So my 4 years old patent when straight into the rubbish chute.

Black

All black was it today. Rainy days usually means slumber but today the weather is exceptionally chilly. I would rather have sunshine as I don't have a high threshold for frosty weather. It rained before I went out and when I was on the way home.
It's 11:05 PM now, and it's still pouring outside. Hopefully in the next few days, we will feel the heat again. I intend to go thrift shopping at Haji Lane tomorrow. Please Rain, just go away, for awhile at least.

Dress: Flea Market
Bag: Flea Market
Sandal: Vincci
Belt: Malaysia
Necklace: Made it myself

(Oh Mr Sun, Sun, Mr golden Sun, please shine down on me)

Brass knuckles

Good Charlotte's "I got brass knuckles hanging from my neck and my chain" was so passe. We've seen it on people before right? How about on on heels?
Rihanna shows you how to. Wow. Just wow.

Sentosa

We got cheated by the weather. There were dark clouds in the sky, thunder and lightning to boot. So we rushed to the nearest shelter for cover and waited, and waited. But it didn't rain heavily, just drizzled. We ended up exploring the whole of Sentosa on bus trams and skytrain; and stopped by The Coffee Bean to sip Sunrise and munch on Blueberry muffin.

Top: Crocodile
Bottom: Volcom
Bag: Burberry
Flip-flops: Hippo Bloo

Dress: City Square, Malaysia
Bag: Swapped with a friend
Sandal: Vincci
Belt: Flea Market
Brooch: Flea Market


The mosaic tiles


This mosaic tiles are built to run like a stream; the two lazy frogs


The Merlion which is Singapore Tourism Board's logo

(It has been raining this days. My guess is Fall's early this year)

Elated

I was tapping my toes, pacing up and down, in front of Jean Yip's hair salon. I kept thinking in my head, "to cut or not to". I finally gave in to the former and said to the hairdresser "Victoria Beckham". He passed me magazines and I was flipping frantically, sourcing for a picture of her. I kept repeating "one side longer than the other" but the hairdresser said in broken English (he was a Malaysian), "Aiya. It's not actually shortla. Saya tahu ape you nak (in English; I know what you want)". The aftermath wasn't what I want for it's 80% similar to my bob haircut last september. Nonetheless, I was happy to not have to tie my hair again. I know... I'm easily satisfied right? Hair will grow and when it does, I'm bringing Mrs Beckham picture along.

Top: U2
Bottom: SPACE boutique
Bag: Flea Market
Shoe: Fabbiano Rico
Belt: Flea Market
Scarf: Flea Market

Supermodels

According to Forbes Celebrity list, Gisele Bundchen is the highest paid supermodel last year. Wow! Kate Moss doesn't even come close. Who knows... maybe next year we will see Irina Lazareanu, Agyness Deyn and Chanel Iman on the list. Anything is possible.

Article taken from The New Paper, 17th July 2007.

More colours

So it rained heavily today. But even that did not deter my spirit to be dressed in colours. Here's the scoop - since I was in the CBD (Central Business District) area, I practically stood out among the crowd; like a banana alright. Them businessmen and women were dressed in their usual monochrome colours. When we were at the mall, I felt more at eased. I wasn't alone anymore. The mannequins too planned to brighten up the gloomy day :D And yes, the rain did stop.

Top: U2
Top: (Worn as vest) Vanezza Regazza
Bottom: Bugis Village
Bag: Metro (a gift from my cousin)
Slipper: Vincci
Belt: City Square, Malaysia
Necklace: Made it myself
Umbrella: Giordano

(p/s: Thanks Eein! Let's go shopping one day!)

Primary colours

I practically wasted the whole day watching cable while eating strawberries. When mum asked me out for dinner and some grocery shopping, I immediately dug up my wardrobe in search for my long forgotten coloured lycra tee. Blame the strawberries. They made me feel all colourful suddenly. Has that happened to you? I mean out of the blue something inspire you to dress in a certain way. Music perhaps? Anyway, what do you know, them tees were right at the back and were begging to be taken out. So blue was it today. I wonder what colour I would wear tomorrow. Yellow, purple, red, green, all at once? Wakaka.

Top: Giordano
Bottom: ?? I got it when I was 14. And I cut it off a little.
Bag: Flea Market
Belt: City Square, Malaysia
Necklace: A gift from my friend, Dolly
Bangles: Mustafa Centre

Swimsuit

Summer time.

There are still many on the street wearing bold and flowery summer dresses. On the contrary, here I am already checking out Fall ads. Tsk. Well I can't say I do not love seeing colourful dresses, flip-flops, floppy straw hats, hot beach bod and what not, but erm, here in Singapore, its summer all year round. We don't have four seasons, although I wish we had autumn and winter. There aren't many colourful floweres and leaves here. Anyway, I came across Jessica Simpson's Swimsuit line. The one-pieces are nice but I especially like the blue bikini which has gold buttons on it. Here you go.

Flea at dawn

Chinatown was a letdown today. Many stalls were packing up, while the ones still open were selling collectors' toys and figurines (I adored their wide assortments of Transformers), but its not what I had in mind to buy. And to think we skipped lunch just so I could get my butt there before 6pm. So we had dinner before proceeding to the biggest flea market. It was dark, crowded, but happening nonetheless. We circled around for the lady who promised to bring down vest for me, but unfortunately she had none today. Oh well, the promise was made last week, my guess is she did bring it last week, but it was I who didn't went down.

Cardigan: SENSE
Top: This Fashion
Bottom: This Fashion
Bag: City Square, Malaysia
Slipper: Vincci
Engineer's cap: Crossover at City Square, Malaysia
Brooch: (On cap) Vintage (My mum's)
Belt: Flea Market
Earrings: Fresh Profusion
Necklace: Made it myself

DVDs and Vinco

After yesterday trip, we deserved a little relaxing recreation. And what better way to enjoy leisure time than to watch DVDs. We watched "Zodiac" (Chloe Sevigny, I like) while munching on our Chocolate Delight and Sky Berry doughnuts; which had hardened a little due to travelling. Ah. The joy of being a couch potato and wasting the day away.

Top: Flea Market
Bottom: City Plaza
Bag: Philippe Charriol
Sandal: Vincci
Belt: Flea Market
Earrings: Vintage (My mum's)
Necklace: Made it myself

Across the border

We went across the border, Johor Bahru, Malaysia, today. Counting today in, we've been there twice this month. Our last visit was primarily for the food while today was shopping galore. Many items were marked down, some as heavily as 70% off. All in support of the Malaysian Mega Sale; which ends around September if I'm not mistaken.

We had SEASON'S since we hadn't had it for a long time.
That soup is Tom Yam. While it looked unappealing, it was deliciously spicy; makes you scratch your head and reach for your drink. Pronto.

Mustafa

We've been to Mustafa Centre many times; and each time I went, the place is cram with people, especially near the entrance on the 1st level. I knew I wanted to purchase some accessories so I headed up to the 2nd level staright. Suprisingly, after I made my purchase, I found the place to be rather clear. Clear of people that is. So we went back to the 1st floor to see what they had there. Boy were there many electronics! From now onwards, I vow to buy watches there as they were priced much more cheaper! I'm not a big watch person. I don't even own a pair of functioning watch. Blame it on handphones. Handphones do tell time too. Don't they?
I want the gold Casio databank. Have been wanting it since 12345678 ago.

Had lunch at Pelican Pizza. I love the Hawaiian. The Pepperoni ones were too salty.


Top: Blouse at Flea Market
Bottom: Skirt at Lucky Plaza
Shoes: Charles & Keith nude slingback peep-toe
Belt: Flea Market
Earrings: Gold pearl (My mum's)
Necklace: Seashells (My mum's)
Bracelet: City Square, Malaysia

(He said he didn't want his face taken)

Top: Topman
Bottom: IP Zone jeans

(And so the salesgirl laughed at me when I ask how much a piece cost. And no, I ain't going to wear all at the same time. They are very pretty though. Agree?)
Bangles: Mustafa Centre (12 pieces for $4)


My aunt came by tonight and brought the king of fruit - DURIANS!
(In case some of you are wondering, it has a strong smell - pungent to some, but it sure does taste heavenly sweet!)

Chill out

I was in a rush so today's outfit was just thrown together.

It rained earlier in the day so we chilled out, and ate Ritz strawberry strudel.

There wasn't much shopping today. But I did get something.

Cardigan: Chinatown
Dress: Bohemian tube dress
Bag: Philippe Charriol
Slipper: Fabiano Ricco
Belt: Nude flowery belt with red and gold Vintage buckle
Necklace: Jusco pearls
Necklace: Avon gold chain with pink and gold diamond locket
Others: Aries sequined handband, blue plastic ring

Top: Hong Kong Giordano
Bottom: IP Zone jeans
Shoes: Vans


Strawberry Strudle from Ritz Apple Strudel

Oh. I was wrong?

A year ago, my poly frens and I made our way to a friend's house for project meeting. While walking under the voideck, one of my friends commented, "I don't understand you. You are always wearing the wrong shoe. Like now, its green top and blue shoe. You don't know nothing about matching". And she went on to ask my other friend; who just shrug her off.

Well, I am known among them to wear lots of colours all at once.
Imagine yellow top, green skirt and purple flip-flops. I wore that once, well I kind of cheated. The skirt had prints of yellow and purple, while the flip-flops had stripes of yellow.
Once I was called "traffic light". But I never did change.

At present, I have not been my colourful self. My U2 and Giordano coloured lycra tops are taking a break. Once in awhile I do wear them and I would feel like Barney, Baby Bob and BJ all over again. Needless to say, when I am drowned with colours, I jump into my bubbly and kiddish self.

And by the way, it wasn't just a blue shoe. It was Carlo Rino. Hah.

One blouse

Since I'm staying at home today, I raid my closet to find the perfect pair of skirts to go with the satin cream coloured blouse I got yesterday. Here's my top three.

Leave me your comments on which look you like best.

Skirt: Space high waist (Made of wool)
Skirt: Space purple low raise
Skirt: Space red, black and maroon tartan

(Coincidentally, all three skirts were from the Space boutique)

Far East

As promised, here are what-we-wear while out today.

(I felt like cropping our heads off the picture. tsk)

Top: Malaysia Baleno button-down tartan
Bottom: Samuel and Kevin's jeans
Bag: Springfield
Shoes: Vans


Dress: Hand-me-downs/ Vintage (My mum's)
Bag: Hand-me-downs/ Vintage (My mum's)
Shoes: Vincci peep-toe wedge
Belt: (Worn on waist) Flea Market
Necklace: Avon pearls
Bracelet: Aries

Chinatown Market

We went up and down the slopes as a shorcut route.

Among the shophouses, we discovered a Puma boutique.

They had apparels, footwears and bags; that aren't sold in your Royal Sporting House. I had my eyes on a pair of Alexander Mcqueen. And yes. We are definitely going back there to purchase those $400 shoes. A little splurge sometimes to pamper yourself. Anyway, we went to a different flea market today. Ah. The thrill of bargains. I am absolutely pleased with my purchases.

Flea Market

Had I been a pro at flea markets, I would have acquired more pieces. I had my eyes on a brown leather backpack that had; "Saks Fifth Avenue, New York", embossed on the front. But I passed it off as the seller demand $15 for it. I was aversed to dig up the huge pile of clothes dumps but I was more willing to glance at those that are being hung neatly. My purchases for today cost $5 in total.

Umbrella

I walked around, hands itching to own something new.
All I got was this umbrella.
I can't wait for tomorrow.

Ebay

I want this shoe. Can?

Shoe: Yellow black pointy pump heels by Myshoeaddiction.

Changi Village

We went Changi Village to check out the thrift shop there. At the counter were two guys buying a wooden Vintage tennis racket. I on the otherhand didn't purchase a thing. The shop was closing. Oh well. Better luck next time.

Top: Abercrombie off-white sleveless
Bottom: Dusty nude jeans
Bag: Philippe Charriol leather
Sandal: Vincci black & gold patent with gold chain T-strap
Suspenders: Utopia

Sequins Ahead

Sequins are all over fall 2007 collections.
I doubt I will look good in a sequin dress or any garments for that matter.
So the next best thing?
Sequin bags and accessories.

Bag: Black velvet sequins

Bazaar Alert

I ought to thank Seventeen magazine for it led me to this.

Fash Bash

18th - 19th August 2007

11am - 6pm

CURIOCITY

I have already missed two events of such.

So start saving up dollybirds; for I will see you at Fash Bash.

Thrift Shopping

There were piles and piles of stuffs here and there.
The thing about thrift shopping is; even though you have in mind a list of what-to-buys, you rarely get a chance to stick to it. I had wanted silk scarves, oxford heels and a bag. Did I get what I want? Partly.
Even so, I am utterfly pleased with my purchases today.

Bag: Philippe Charriol leather
Belt: Leather waist belt

This is mine

This is me, yours truly.

To date, this is my fifth blog, but it's my first fashion blog. I am new to this whole fashion blog scene but I have come to love the many fashion blogs I read, not to forget the many pictures I see of lovely fashionista around the world.

So here I am sharing with you about what-I-wear, my shopping loot, and a little sneak peak into my daily doings. I do have a request though - whatever pictures I posted here remains here, unless I grant the permission to do otherwise : )

With love, take care dear dollybirds.