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Making a Statement with Statement Jewellery

March 4, 2013 by Regina Chow 2 Comments

I’ve taken a
liking towards statement jewellery and I’ve been trying my hand at
layering them in different ways. For a person who doesn’t own that many
pieces of jewellery, this can be a rather daunting affair.

Beautifying your wrists is probably the easiest way to start experimenting with statement jewellery. I’ve seen how fashionistas and celebs alike have gone all the way with layers of chunky bracelets and bangles, but given my tiny wrists, I prefer to keep the look simple with just 2 bangles.

Mini gold spiked bangle from CC Skye (You can get this from Shopbop)

Strangely, I am a little more adventurous when it comes to necklaces and I love how they instantly add panache to a bare neckline, transforming my otherwise plain attire into a glamorous ensemble!

This was my first attempt at layering necklaces. The baroque choker was from Vera Moda during my work trip to Beijing some time back, the spiked crystal necklace and long bauble chain were gifts.

This is my chunkiest statement necklace to date. I love how it dresses up the neckline so effortlessly. The amazing thing about this is despite its chunky appearance, it is surprisingly light as a feather!

Here’s yet another statement necklace that I acquired recently from a supplier. I had an additional piece which I put up for sale on instagram and it was sold in minutes!

Besides necklaces and arm candies, my attention has turned towards statement rings as well. One of the rings I love most is the YSL arty ring, which has probably found a place in every self-respecting fashionista’s home to date. I don’t own one yet unfortunately, but I’ve got my eye on another ring, the Angelica ring from Lucien Elements.

All the colours are incredibly captivating, don’t you think? 🙂

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Sale Post: Vintage Rose Dress (Brand New) – LAST PIECE

January 13, 2013 by Regina Chow 1 Comment

Good morning! I’m so sorry for the lack of updates as I had a busy week, but you’ll be sure to see more posts from me soon!

I know it has been a long time since I put up any clothes for sale, so I’ve decided to give you ladies a treat today with this gorgeous little tapestry dress. 😉

It has the perfect combination of quality vintage rose tapestry material, scalloped lace and little gems adorning the neckline. If you love feminine details with a vintage touch, this dress will certainly be your cup of tea! I especially love the slightly poufy cutting as it emanates just the right hint of elegance and girlish charm.

Unlike most dresses with tapestry prints, which are usually made of thinner material because the design is printed on either cotton or polyester, this electic piece is made of genuine, thick tapestry material, which is especially hard to come by.

Price (excludes postage)

S$ 55 (Note: belt not included)

Measurements

Width: 15.5 inches

Length: 30 inches

If you’re interested in purchasing this dress, please drop me an e-mail at regina.chow@gmail.com!

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Hello Smorgasbord

January 4, 2013 by Regina Chow 2 Comments

We made our way to Star Vista one rainy day last week and by some stroke of luck, we found a sheltered walkway where these pictures were taken. If you’ve not been to Star Vista, you aren’t missing out much because there are hardly any retail stores there! It does however boast a wide variety of eateries and cafes. You’re bound to find something that suits your palate.

The name
smorgasbord came about because this outfit reminds me of a buffet of
colours, textures and prints. Blue and pink shades take centerstage
here, while white and nude hues assume a supporting role. The name is especially apt too, because there are so many things going on in my life right now.

I have since returned to work full-time and I’m enjoying every minute of it. It is wonderful to reunite with colleagues who’ve since become more like friends and family to me.

On the family
front, my dad hasn’t been particularly well lately and I’ll be taking
him to the specialist next week for a thorough check-up. We’re all
keeping our fingers crossed that it’s a temporary condition, and I would
be very grateful if you could keep him in your prayers.

Jacket, shirt, shorts and shoes from random shops in Singapore

Necklace given by my mum

Bag from Hermes

On
a more personal note, I generally like to focus on the positive aspects
of
life, and I hope that my positive attitude will put a smile on
everyone’s faces (remember my new year resolution?). We come across new
faces and personalities all the time, and sometimes it’s inevitable to
become a victim of gossip, for reasons that may not be justified.
I prefer to steer clear if possible, because what good do you get out
of all this negativity? Having a clear conscience is the most important
thing to me, because that is the surest way to ensure that I have
nothing to fear.

Always remember this – The only reason why people talk behind your back, is because you’re already two steps ahead. 😉

Have a great weekend guys!!

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Family in Town!

December 1, 2012 by Regina Chow 1 Comment

My inlaws were in town last week, with my sis-in-law being the first to arrive. The first couple of days were spent shopping, eating and camwhoring all over town. I know, I’m a girl, but the boundless energy that we girls have when it comes to shopping never fails to amaze me.

Birkenhead Point is a must for all shopaholics in Sydney, because that’s where they house outlet stores for Australian brands such as Alannah Hill, Forever New, Witchery, Mimco and Review, just to name a few. We spent hours there on the second day, much to the dismay of the hubs.

Camwhoring at Forever New, Birkenhead Point

Sportsgirl was having a massive sale, and that was where we spent the bulk of our time along George Street.

It was an eventful day, to say the least, culminating in dinner with Pei at Darling Harbour followed by obligatory shots along the Harbour.

I think everyone except JW had a ball of a time because most of our time was spent shopping and taking photos (he’s the default photographer although he has absolutely no interest in it whatsoever). To his credit, his photography skills are improving by leaps and bounds! He deserves a pat on the back for sure! Ok, I’ll throw in a massage too.

Outfit from Dip Drops

Boots from random shop in Bondi

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Arm Cuffs – The Alternative to Bangles and Bracelets

November 20, 2012 by Regina Chow 1 Comment

Before you think this post is gonna be about something remotely kinky, please get your head out of the gutter mister. 😉

Sorry to disappoint you. I actually just meant to show pics of my latest accessory, a matt gold arm cuff from Diva. I’ve been wearing a lot of basic tops lately, which makes accessorizing a necessity, and I’m absolutely loving how a simple geometric arm cuff like this adds panache to my otherwise plain outfit. It makes a great arm swag and the best part is, you don’t have to think about coordinating your stash of bangles and bracelets. How convenient!

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Shopping in Sydney

August 30, 2012 by Regina Chow 1 Comment

The amazing thing about shopping in Sydney is the incredible mark-downs by departmental stores after every season. The recent sale, aptly named the Stocktake sale, took place between June-July as this marks the end of the financial year for most stores. This is perhaps the best time to comb through departmental stores such as David Jones and Myers.

At David Jones, you can get designer shoes and bags – think Celine, Christian Louboutins, Charlotte Olympia etc. at up to 50%-70% off. Myers stocks Aussie brands such as Basque, Cue, Review, Wayne Cooper and Alannah Hill.

Now, on top of the original mark-down, it is common for retailers to slash a further say 30% or 40% off reduced items, so if you’re lucky, you could get that dress you’ve been eyeing for a long time at just 10% or 20% of the original retail price.

Take me for example. I have been eyeing these delectable platform heels from Basque at Myers for some time. Originally priced at A$169, it dropped to just A$17 during the sale. See what I mean when I say you can actually find items at 10-20% of the original retail price?

The kind sales assistant brought out the same design in another colour for me to try on. Needless to say, I bought both pairs! These are quality shoes (leather-upper too) with great workmanship after all!

Besides the departmental stores,I can’t do without Forever New (you can find this in Singapore at Wisma Atria and Raffles City) and Alannah Hill, two of my favourite Aussie brands. If you love frills, flowers, lace, and basically just all things girly, you’ll love these brands.

What I also love about these brands here is that you can find off-season items at discounted prices at Birkenhead Point, an outlet mall in Sydney.

Karen and I had a field day at Birkenhead Point when she came over recently. 🙂 Here are some of my buys:

Forever New Dress – Marked down from A$130 to A$47.

Alannah Hill camisoles – Marked down from A$129 to A$29!

Alannah Hill hairclips – Marked down from A$49 to A$10!

Hope you enjoyed this shopping post! Now, who said cheap stuff have to look cheap? 😉

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Hello Louis Vuitton

May 8, 2012 by Regina Chow No Comments

We took a much needed after-dinner stroll around MBS, got a little bedazzled by the colourful lights at the casino before another distraction hit us – the Louis Vuitton Island Maison.

The second storey of the LV store offers a bird’s eye view of Singapore, which is even more magnificent at night, especially if you’re on the side of the CBD, overlooking MBS, Art Science Museum and the LV Island Maison. We went out to the veranda for a breather after shopping. The cool breeze, scenic backdrop and comfortable chairs were all we needed after a long day.

My main intention for stepping into LV was to buy my mum a wallet. My mum is very down-to-earth and has never craved for designer items her entire life, which was why I thought it was about time I pampered her with one. Knowing that she would never carry a designer bag for fear of destroying it, I got her a classic long wallet instead. 🙂

Once again, I got distracted after I decided to get the wallet. I’ve never really been a fan of LV bags, but I’ve always had a soft spot for the mini lin collection which was discontinued but relaunched again as Idylle in recent years. Now, unlike all the other speedy bags, the LV Idylle comes with a shoulder strap as well as a sling strap, which is great for travelling!

I was sold immediately.

Although technically, I was already sold when I saw the sepia Idylle on the shelf. It looks like a dull beige in photos for some reason, but in real life, it’s a sweet pinkish hue.

I like the blue version (Encre) as well and actually contemplated getting both on several occasions. Eventually, I figured I should get a hold on myself. Don’t you think I should give myself a pat on my shoulder? 😉

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Shopping Haul: Nude Heels

May 2, 2012 by Regina Chow 2 Comments

We all know that heels elongate our legs but nude heels…ah they’re even better at doing that. The illusion that our legs are longer is created by blurring the line between the shoes and the legs, and that’s exactly what nude heels do.

I’ve been in search of a comfy pair of nude pumps since forever, and I was about to purchase a pair of Louboutins until I came across a more pocket-friendly substitute from Zara (price: S$169), which happened to be pretty comfortable too. I thought this was a better idea since Loubies tend to be rather uncomfortable most of the time. I do like the signature red soles of Loubies though. Women are such irrational creatures, always falling prey to pretty things.

And, that is the reason why women fall prey to not just one pair of nude heels, but two. Well, yes, I’m talking about myself, if you haven’t already realized. Karen and I chanced upon this gorgeous bow nude heels from Dip Drops (price: $99) and we both decided that we had to get this charming beauty. It’s a semi-casual pair which can be worn with jappy feminine dresses as well as preppy chic outfits.

If you’re interested in my shopping hauls, I may consider doing a weekly or biweekly post to showcase some of my favourite buys of the month. 😉 Let me know!

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Latest Addition in the Accessory Drawer

April 16, 2012 by Regina Chow 2 Comments

I’ve been trying to resist the H bangle for a while, but obviously all efforts to do so proved futile. Lady luck must be shining on me though, because the ever so thoughtful hubby decided to get it as a present. Of course, much of the credit goes to Karen, who brought this lovely bangle all the way back from Paris.

Under normal circumstances, I would have gone for black or orange just because I love the contrast, but the rational side of me thought that I should go for a neutral colour that goes well with practically everything in my wardrobe. 🙂

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Weekend Brunch at Forty Hands

April 12, 2012 by Regina Chow 2 Comments

I’ve been busy with work ever since I got back, but I’ll try to catch up with friends and family whenever time permits. Last Saturday, Hui, Jacq, Wei, Raf and I met up at Forty Hands for brunch. We’ve been friends for close to a decade now and I’m so glad that we all make the effort to spend time together, even if it’s just for a meal or a spot of shopping.

I suggested meeting at Forty Hands because I’m infatuated with the wonderfully soft tau sa pao (red bean bun). This time, we tried out their breakfast set and desserts too. The eggs benedict and salmon hash are very delicious. The desserts are great too! No wonder the cafe is always filled to the brim!

After our heavy meal, it was only prudent to walk off all the fats and aid digestion by going shopping at Far East Plaza. I went crazy shopping, bagging 3 hairbands, a lace dress, an asymmetrical skirt, 2 belts and a pair of shoes. Here I am adding more things to my wardrobe when it is already bursting at its seams. How incorrigible!

In other news, I’m totally loving the lace trend this season! Here, I paired a really affordable lace top from City Plaza with a lace cut-out poufy skirt from Siam Square, Bangkok. I also went a little wild and added splashes of colour to the all-white palette. 😉

Towards the end of our shopping spree, Hui and I got distracted by memories of Nanbantei and their tasty grilled cod fish. We wanted to make a reservation at a later time, but the restaurant was fully booked and they could only hold the seats for the next 45 minutes. The glutton in us manifested and we ended up abandoning Jacq and Wei (Raf left earlier to attend a function) for our cod fish!

The two ladies (who were leaving for their next appointment anway) couldn’t believe they lost out to a fish!

Haha Oops. I’m sorry…we’ll go there together one day ok? I’m sure you will understand why we did what we did after you try it. 😛

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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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