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Fashion: Valentino Inspired White Lace Dress from Seoul Closette

June 28, 2014 by Regina Chow 1 Comment

A breezy white dress is a summer essential that never goes out of style, and as I was scouting around for one to refresh my wardrobe, I came across this Valentino inspired lace dress from Seoul Closette, an online store that carries a beautiful collection of apparel and accessories curated and sourced directly from Korea.

It has everything that I love in a dress – intricate lace details that are subtle yet sophisticated, a fit-and-flare silhouette that is absolutely feminine yet flattering, and most importantly, it is made of a light-weight cotton material which is just perfect for the humid climate in Singapore.

I could hardly contain my excitement when I received the dress in the mail. I was smiling from ear to ear, like a child who couldn’t wait to unwrap her Christmas present. My fingers touched the parcel and my heart started pounding as I was a little worried that the dress would turn out different from the pictures online, but my fears were immediately allayed when the envelope opened, revealing the gorgeous dress in its full glory.

Korean fashion is everywhere these days, and it can be difficult to
ascertain from stock pictures alone if an online store’s apparel are
truly from Korea or simply knock-offs from China.

The litmus test lies in the quality of the material and the overall workmanship. As Seoul Closette only brings in apparel and accessories from Korea, the workmanship of the dress did not disappoint. In fact, it looks just as charming in real life as it did in pictures, and my photographs are testament to that.

Dress c/o Seoul Closette

Shoes from Christian Louboutin

Socks from Japan

Versatile, chic and elegant, this lovely number has easily become one of my favourite summer dresses and I can foresee that it will be one of my wardrobe staples too.

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S eoul Closette has kindly extended a 5% discount to all my readers. All you have to do is mention my name “REGINA” when you make your purchase (valid from now till 12 July).

Seoul Closette will also be participating in the For Flea Sake flea market on 5 July (next Sat) at Gardens by the Bay (Bay, South) Silver Garden from 9am – 5pm, so do pay them a visit too!

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I will be sharing another designer inspired dress from Seoul Closette next week, so do keep a lookout for it!

Meanwhile, have a great weekend!

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Fashion & Beauty: Chacott & Freed of London

June 25, 2014 by Regina Chow No Comments

Chacott and Freed of London, two of the most highly regarded labels in the ballet world, have set up their first South East Asian flagship store in Mandarin Gallery. This is the first store in Asia, outside of Chacott’s home country, Japan.

Some of the world’s best handcrafted pointe shoes are produced by these two labels, making them the go-to brands for professional ballet needs.These brands are also represented by renowned Dance Ambassasdors and ballet dance troupes from Japan, Switzerland, USA and even Singapore’s very own Singapore Dance Theatre.

Chacott and Freed of London have also garnered a loyal celebrity following over the years, including Margot Fonteyn, Vladimir Malakhov, Sylvie Guillem, Nina Ananiashvili, Darcey Bussell, Wendy Whelan, Natalie Portman (lead actress of Blockbuster movie, Black Swan), Suri Cruise, the late Amy Winehouse, Sarah Jessica Parker.

Most recently, Chacott has expanded its product range and expertise to include fashion-forward, premium yoga wear in the Chacott Jazz Dance & Yoga Line, which I personally am very interested in. If you follow me on instagram (@reginachow_sg), you may have noticed that yoga is now an integral part of my life and I would definitely love to have the opportunity to try out Chacott’s yoga wear.

I have yet to share about my exercise routine or love for yoga on my blog, but if you are interested, I frequent Updog Studio at Grandstand for my weekly dose of hot yoga. Even as vast amounts of energy are expended during each hot yoga session, leaving me exhausted and spent, there’s something liberating yet stimulating about yoga that makes it so addictive. Words alone can’t express my fascination, hence I have been urging my friends to give it a try to find out for themselves.

Sorry for the slight digression. Now, let’s get back to Chacott, shall we?

Did you know that Chacott also has a wide range of make-up, under the Chacott for Professionals brand name? Originally created for the needs of the ballet stage, Chacott for Professionals has since gained popularity among stage performers, celebrities and professional make-up artists.

Made in Japan, the Chacott for Professionals makeup range is quality assured. The products are formulated for professional use and are resistant to sweat and liquids, which is perfect for Singapore’s humid weather.

You’ll also be happy to know that it is suited for HDTV and contains UV protection (non-chemical SPF/PA). It uses vegetable extract, natural colorants and is also fragrance-free, colour-free and mineral oil-free, which makes the entire range gentle to the skin and suitable even for children.

How does this range of make-up fare? I attended a make-up demonstration by Chacott at Rosebullet recently, which I will share in a separate post soon, so do stay tuned to this space for more updates.

Beauty Direct is the appointed official distributor and local representative for Chacott (ballet, rhythmic gymnastics, ballroom dance, jazz dance & yoga) and Chacott For Professionals.

Chacott For Professionals is presently available at Chacott Freed of London, SG,Plaza@Cosme 100AM, John Little Plaza Singapura.

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Selling Your Pre-Loved or Unused Designer Goods Online with My Dream Wardrobe

June 24, 2014 by Regina Chow No Comments

My Dream Wardrobe is a wonderful online platform for selling your pre-loved or unused designer goods. If you have been reading my blog regularly, you would probably have read my post about the launch of My Dream Wardrobe at the end of last year.

What do you do with designer bags that you hardly use?

Seasons and trends come and go, and in the process of updating our wardrobe with new bags, the older ones get pushed deeper into the back of our closet till they slip into the depths of oblivion.

Instead of letting them sit in the darkness of your wardrobe, selling them not only helps you to finance new purchases, it also allows you to make room for them. In other words, yes, you can finally have your cake and eat it!

There are many ways to go about selling your pre-loved or unused designer goods. Second-hand consignment stores are one avenue, but the high overheads are usually transferred to consumers, resulting in less gains. Hence, online platforms such as My Dream Wardrobe are probably a better choice.

Here’s what My Dream Wardrobe offers:

With their search functions, you can rest assured that your advertisements will never be missed.

Buyers have more confidence in purchasing from advertisers using their site thanks to their contact information verification system!

You may upload up to 10 pictures at a time. Supported file formats are gif, bmp, png, jpg, jpeg.

Useful tips on how to sell smart are provided too! Click here to find out more.

My Dream Wardrobe’s Fashion Directory

Besides potential buyers and sellers like you and I, My Dream Wardrobe also collaborates with established designer goods consignment shops and bag cleaning service providers such as Richards Bag Spa. For greater transparency, the complete list of consignment shops and their corporate profiles can easily be found under the “Fashion Directory” tab. Whether you are looking to buy/sell your bags or treat them to a much-needed bag spa, My Dream Wardrobe has everything under one roof and is the one stop shop for all your luxury needs!

I spring-clean my wardrobe regularly to make way for my new purchases and during my recent spring-cleaning, I came across a couple of designer bags that I have cast aside and have long forgotten about. It would be such a waste to throw them away given that they are still in excellent condition, though I doubt I would use them again. Since I firmly believe that one girl’s trash is another girl’s treasure, selling them on My Dream Wardrobe would definitely be a better option!

What about you? Do you have designer bags that are not well utilized?

You might want to do yourself a favour and put them up for sale on My Dream Wardrobe too!

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Fashion: Checks & Stripes

June 23, 2014 by Regina Chow 1 Comment

As you can probably tell, I have developed a liking for mixing prints and patterns of late, and in today’s outfit of the day (OOTD), checks and stripes take centerstage. Both patterns are rather bold and can look a tad overwhelming when paired together, but a general rule of thumb for me when it comes to the print-on-print trend is to make sure that the two prints are of different sizes for better visual harmony.

In this case, my striped skirt has thick, bold lines that are narrowly spaced, while the checks on my white top are spaced slightly wider apart and drawn with thin lines to balance out the overall look. It also helps that the top I chose is primarily white as that neutralizes the bold black lines on my skirt and really binds the whole look together.

What I love about prints is that all you need is a dose of it to add interest to any outfit. They’re so fun to play around with and should definitely be in everyone’s style arsenal. The trick is to find two prints that go well together and yes, they don’t necessarily have to match!

Arm Accessory from Hermes

Bag from MyJotterBook

Top, Skirt and Shoes from random shops

To complete the outfit, I slipped on a pair of ankle-high strappy wedges for greater visual impact. I got these from Far East Plaza many years ago, and was afraid that the soles would fall off as I’ve neglected them for a while. Well, and just as I expected, they came off as soon as I took these pictures!

I was quite crestfallen when that happened but I’m determined to get them fixed. Fortunately for me, I also had another pair of shoes in the car to prepare for wardrobe malfunctions.

Shoes aside, I would also like to bring your attention to this lovely cigar box bag from MyJotterBook, which stocks exclusive handcrafted bags. Lishan, the owner, usually brings in these bags in limited quantities, so the chances of you running into someone on the street carrying the same bag is almost zilch. I personally adore the rocker chic vibes that this bag exudes, complemented by a touch of glamour thanks to the diamonte studs adorning the edges of the bag.

What do you think of this look?

Here’s wishing everyone a great week ahead! Don’t let the Monday Blues get you down. 😉

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Fashion Fridays: Audi Star Creation 2014

June 20, 2014 by Regina Chow No Comments

I will be sharing some of my favourite designs from Audi Star Creation 2014 in today’s edition of Fashion Fridays. If you are interested in my outfit of the day (OOTD) for the runway showdown, do refer to my previous post here.

The theme for this year’s regional design competition was “The Asian Perspective”, and I had a fabulous time watching the runway showdown and taking a guess at each designer’s inspirations as towering models strutted down the stage in their beautiful designs.

One of my favourite pieces is this cut-out shirt designed by Hye Ra Rhee of Korea. She wasn’t one of the winners, but her feminine designs inspired by the beauty and resilience of nature’s flora definitely won my heart.

Here’s another cut-out design that I absolutely adore. I especially liked how she sprinkled the cut-out floral motifs all over to add dimension and interest to an otherwise minimalist style.

These effortlessly stylish pieces designed by Rebecca Corrine Lam, who was one of the 3 winners that evening, were some of the other designs that caught my attention. Rebecca’s designs, while reminiscent of traditional paper cutting which is closely linked to Asian culture, have a modern contemporary vibe and a touch of edginess, making them extremely wearable. In fact, I can see myself wearing every design in this collection.

Vietnamese designer Tu Nguyen Hoang’s designs were very fascinating as well. Hoang pushed the boundaries by marrying 3D technology with meticulous craftsmanship, taking fashion design to a whole new level. He may not have been a winner at the competition, but his innovative and futuristic designs were certainly well-received by the audience.

That about sums up my favourite designs at this year’s Audi Star Creation. Which of these designs do you like best?

Meanwhile, have a great weekend ahead!

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Naoki Yoshihara by Ash: The Hair Care Salon Solutions Treatment by Shiseido

June 20, 2014 by Regina Chow No Comments

Naoki Yoshihara by Ash very kindly invited me to be the model for their new Hair Care Salon Solutions hair treatment by Shiseido when it was first launched. I was very thankful for the opportunity as my tresses were in dire need of pampering given my frequent colouring sessions.

I was also travelling pretty often for work during that period and was constantly exposed to hard water. Did you know that hard water is rich in minerals and causes your hair to be dry, rough and breakable? Well, I literally found out the hard way (pun unintended) when my hair became stringy and running my fingers through my locks became a near impossible task. Fortunately, things took a turn for the better after the hair treatment and the results were instantaneous, as you can see from the pictures above.

Before I begin my review, here are the products used for The Hair Care Salon Solutions Treatment:

What can you expect from The Hair Care Salon Solutions Treatment?

The first step of the treatment was to cleanse my scalp of impurities and dirt to prepare it for a proper detox later on. Whipping up a fluffy lather was essential for this purpose.

Next, it was time for deep cleansing and detox, but first, the stylists had to assess if my hair belonged to the high damage or low damage category and customize the treatment based on my hair condition. Travelling had taken a toll on my hair then and it naturally fell into the high damage category.

The purpose of detoxing is to thoroughly remove calcium ions and minerals that are present in the water we use to wash our hair. I was duly impressed as most hair treatments do not include this step, and this happened to be exactly what I needed after all that exposure to hard water!

Another interesting fact that I learned during the session was that steaming should only be done at the onset during the detox stage, before treatment solutions and repair agents (steps 2-4 below) are massaged into your hair.

The reason for this? Steaming opens up the pores and allows nutrients to be readily absorbed and sealed in. It is similar to facials, where we usually steam our faces at the beginning to open up our pores before extraction and mask application.

The application of the triple-layer micro-coating in Step 4 here is the equivalent of a hair mask. Mask application closes up your pores and locks
in all the nutrients. If you were to reverse the steps and leave steaming to the end, your pores will open up and all the nutrients will be gone.

What I liked about this treatment was that it tamed my hair instantly, leaving it soft, silky and almost beautiful enough for a shampoo ad. To prove my point, here’s my shiny, lustrous hair after the treatment, without any styling. The effects lasted about a week after, and the condition of my hair generally improved as well.

If you have badly damaged hair like me, perhaps you could consider trying this treatment to restore moisture and shine to your hair.

From now till 30th June, Naoki Yoshihara by Ash is offering a 30% discount to customers who are trying this treatment for the first time!

Naoki Yoshihara by Ash

Address:

177 River Valley Road
Liang Court #02-15/16
Singapore 179030

Tel:

6333 5662

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Fashion: All White Outfit

June 17, 2014 by Regina Chow 1 Comment

White is one of my favourite colours. I love experimenting with bold vibrant colours and prints, but on days when I can’t decide on what to wear, I’ll turn to my white outfits. Not only does white fabric provide the perfect canvas for accessorizing, it also exudes a clean, minimalist vibe and a touch of simple elegance. The epitome of purity and innocence, white outfits are always a breath of fresh air.

This light knit and lace 2 piece set from Japanese label Snidel is one of my most treasured finds during my recent trip to Hokkaido (I will be sharing more shopping tips soon!). I have always been a fan of Japanese apparel because design aside, there is always something special about the quality and workmanship.

In fact, all you need to do is touch the fabric and you’ll know these lovely pieces are made to last. That probably explains why I always stock up on classic pieces like these whenever I have the chance to lay my hands on Japanese apparel.

I am addicted to Japanese skincare too, in particular SKII. I have been using SKII for close to 2 months now and I have nothing but praises for their products, especially their star product, the facial treatment essence. I’m hoping it isn’t psychological, but I really do feel that my skin looks more rejuvenated and glowy, which is probably the reason why I don’t look as sick as I am in reality.

I was still
feeling pretty ill when this series of photos were taken, but I am now
happy to report that I am on my road to recovery. I can’t wait to be in
the pink of health again! The weather is so unbearably hot these days and everyone around me seems to be falling ill too, so please get enough sleep at night and stay hydrated throughout the day!

Outfit from Snidel (Japanese)

Socks from Tutuanna (Japanese)

Accessories, bags and shoes from random shops in Singapore

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Fashion: 5 Celebrity Styles with Ministry of Retail

June 16, 2014 by Regina Chow No Comments

Aside from catchy ditties like I Got a Boy and Sorry Sorry, swoon-worthy
dramas like Secret Garden and Boys Over Flowers, and of course, mouth-watering
food like dukbokki and bulgogi, there is one more thing to love about South
Korea: fashion!

The folks at Ministry of Retail, a homegrown women’s fashion label, have hopped on the K-fashion
bandwagon too, launching their label online in 2009. Husband and wife Vincent
Goh and Yvonne Tan’s labour of love has paid off, as the label’s success has
skyrocketed since its establishment.

Fancy dressing like your favourite K-pop star? Take your pick from Ministry of
Retail after studying these celebrities’ style!

1. Electric blue blazers

Girls Generation’s Tiffany is totally working that blue blazer, pairing
it with lemon-yellow peep-toe heels, black shorts and a black handbag. I love
the asymmetrical hem of her t-shirt, as well as the black lining of her blazer.
Those little details really make her outfit come together. Plus, her eye-smile
completes the come-hither but polished look.

Likewise, Tiffany’s group-mate Jessica also experimented with electric
blue, except that this time, she chose a longer coat instead. The long coat,
paired with brown heels and a printed dress, made for a more laidback look than
that of Tiffany’s.

As exemplified by Tiffany, electric blue is perfect with black. And this
blazer from MOF is both chic and sporty, thanks to the loose silhouette.

2. Overall shorts

Remember Girls Generation’s breakout song, Gee? They were already
sporting overall shorts then, except theirs came in candy colours like hot
pink, lime green and yellow.

For a less kiddy version, opt for silver metallic overall shorts for an
effortlessly chic look. Pair it with a white t-shirt (not another shimmery
number, please!) and you are all set to hit the clubs.

3. Houndstooth prints

The members of girl group Miss A look absolutely darling in their
ladylike houndstooth get-ups.

I’m a little obsessed with the cropped top trend that’s making its way
back now. And what better way to add a ladylike touch to the California-girl
style than with houndstooth prints?

4. Pastels

The girls of Girls Generation look like a dream in their cotton candy
hues.

What’s even better than a pastel yellow dress? A pastel yellow dress
with a Peter Pan collar! The preppy chic style is right up my alley, and
especially more so when classic pieces like these come in candy colours that
are so appropriate for spring and summer. I’m in love!

5. White and sheer

Yes, it is possible to wear white and sheer pieces
without revealing your undergarments. See how Yoo In Na, the leading lady of
drama series Queen In-hyun’s Man, did it with a simple flared dress? Keep
accessories to a minimum and let the understated simplicity of the outfit do
the talking.

There’s nothing quite as elegant and classic as a white collared top.
But to shake things up a little, go sheer! This top from MOF goes well with
black capris a la Audrey Hepburn if you want to take on the monochromatic
trend. The sheer panels and embroidered details add a current update to the
regular button-up.

Now, which is your favourite trend? I’ll love to hear from you!

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Fashion Fridays: Casual Weekend Outfit

June 13, 2014 by Regina Chow No Comments

I am currently nursing a flu after returning from my recent trip to Japan and China. Whenever I’m ill, all I want to do is dress down and throw on something comfortable. This simple shirt and shorts combination is a no-brainer and absolutely fits the bill. Loafers and a cute apple bag complete the look, and there, I’m all ready for the weekend!

I know I haven’t been updating this space of mine in a while, but please bear with me as I try my best to catch up on lost time. Meanwhile, you can also follow me on instagram (@reginachow_sg) for more frequent updates.

Bag from Kate Spade

Shoes from Chanel

Accessories from Hermes

Belt from Snidel (Japanese)

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Fashion Fridays: Crop Tops and Prints

May 23, 2014 by Regina Chow 2 Comments

Pants from Topshop
Jacket from BYSI
Leatherette Crop Top from MDS
Cuff from Diva

I was initially a little reluctant to experiment with two of the most popular trends right now, namely the print-on-print trend and the crop top trend. Reason being, both trends can be rather tricky to pull off. You could risk looking totally uncoordinated with the print-on-print trend and you will look really skanky if you bare too much of your midriff with the crop top trend.

Having said that, I have to admit that both trends are fun to play with and absolutely fashion forward. In this look, which I wore to the Audi Fashion Festival After-Party, I attempted to combine both trends based on a couple of tips that I read about:

1) Play with proportion and match your crop top with high waist bottoms to expose just a silver of skin.

2) Throw on a blazer to cover your shoulders if you still think it’s too revealing.

3) When matching two prints with similar patterns, make sure that only 1 is graphic while the other is more tame.

In this case for instance, the busy-ness of the prints on my white-based jacket is played down by the bolder prints on my black pants. I particularly love how the solid white crop top unified the clashing prints and pulled the whole look together. Instead of my usual curls, I kept my hair straight and neatly tied up in a side ponytail to balance out the prints and keep humidity at bay too.

When two worlds collide and synergies are harnessed, the results are pretty amazing, isn’t it? Hope you like this look as much as I do.

Have a great weekend! I was supposed to head to Bangkok this weekend, but the recent coup declaration has foiled my plans. Talk about bad timing!

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About Me

Hi! My name is Regina and I am a style, beauty and travel enthusiast who enjoys writing, photography and letting my creative juices flow.

My blogging journey has been nothing short of exciting. I was recently named the winner of Her World Magazine’s Estee Lauder Style Superstar Awards 2016. My blog was also awarded Best Fashion Blog (Grand Winner) at the Singapore Blog Awards 2014. The year before that, it won Best Online Shopping Blog at the Singapore Blog Awards 2013.

Additionally, it is listed as one of the 10 interesting blogs on Singapore by AsiaWeb Direct (http://www-singapore.com/blogs.htm). I was also featured on both local and international mainstream media for my views on style, fashion and online shopping:

The Straits Times (14 Oct 2014)

The Business Times (14 Oct 2014)

My Paper (13 Oct 2014)

CNBC ("Pricey Singapore: Savvy shoppers go online" - 28 Dec 2014)

For advertorials/partnerships, feel free to contact me at regina.chow@gmail.com.

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