Monthly Archives: April 2010

Try Papercut Lashes!

Posted on April 14, 2010 | 5 Comments

If you’re bored with regular false lashes, here’s something else that might interest you.

I was browsing around on lazy Sunday and discovered these pretty things! They are called Papercut lashes and you can purchase them online from Luna and Curious which is located in London.

I’ve checked with the owners and they have kindly replied that they ship these all over the world from between £3-£5 (S$6-S$10 approx). The shipping prices generally remain the same if you order two or three pairs,  but if you wish to purchase in larger quantities, they are willing to discuss prices for shipping.

Available in 5 different styles, each pattern represents a traditional Chinese symbol. Peach Blossoms symbolises Love; Peonies - Happiness; Horse - Success

Super large lashes. £12 (S$25.60 approx.) for a pair

Petits. £10 (S$21.40 approx.) for two pairs

These are applied using eyelash glue, the same way as you would the regular false lashes. They are machine cut and made from laminated paper, so it wouldn't disintegrate like paper would, even if you're at a foam party of if you got caught in the rain.

They are recommended for one-time use, but as with any false lashes, if you take good care of them, you might be able to get more wears out of them.

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Style Report: Wide-brim Hats

Posted on April 12, 2010 | 8 Comments

Tommy Ton documented on Style.com that wide-brim hats are one of the few trends spotted on fashion’s most influential dressers, amongst camel as the new black, military jackets and leopard prints. While none of us here in Singapore would be able to layer on scarves and wear leopard-print gloves, coats and boots, I figured we could still steal one of the trends and work with hats.

Singapore is hot and sunny and yet it’s odd that most people would rather carry umbrellas to shield from the sun than wear hats. I’m not sure if it’s because we’re afraid of the wind, or it’s easy to have our hats knocked off while traveling on public transport, but I figured one valid reason would be because you can’t stash hats away like umbrellas.

Still, I think wide-brim hats are not just good for shielding us from the sun, but also to partially conceal our faces on bad-complexion days, rectify bad-hair days or just simply to add a little style to our existing ensemble.

Instead of buying wool-blend hats, here are some I think would be good for our hot and humid climate. It’s important to find a hat that flatters the shape our head and serve its purpose. These are merely design suggestions, and are by no means endorsed by me.

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De-Clutter Day 1 – Train Cases/Pouches

Posted on April 12, 2010 | 7 Comments

My new year resolution this year was to reduce wastage and buy only what I need. I know it’s sort of overdue to be talking about new year resolutions now, but I guess I was finally overcome by the guilt of hoarding.

So I decided to de-clutter. In fact, I thought about drawing a mind-map on just how and what to de-clutter. I figured I’m not going to be spending every single day de-cluttering, so with the map, I’d get some sort of a guide as to what needs to be done when I have the time for it. Sounds awfully like procrastination again, but I assure you it’s not. Apparently, my hands got the better of my mind, and I was de-cluttering before the mind-map materialised.

Although I don’t get overly sentimental on every possession, I still keep things because “I’d probably use that at some point in time”. But of course, I never did.

Now here’s my solution: If I see something while I’m de-cluttering that I’ve decided to keep from the previous session, and have not used since then, it goes without contention.

I like to de-clutter because the physical act of throwing things out is therapeutic as most people would agree. I also think it’s a good way to learn about yourself, such as what your likes are, how your tastes have changed, needs evolved and know what not to buy in the future.

So while I was de-cluttering the most commonly used section (guess guess!) of my room today, I discovered my penchant for make-up pouches/bags/train cases etc.

What am I to do with them?

Some of these were bought from Japan, some of them are given free with purchase.

This is one of my favourite. I bought this while I was filming "Jolly Good Time"a couple of years ago with Dasmond Koh and Michelle Chia. It was 3 for $10 and great bargain!

Not only does it have a mini mirror inside, the lining is red velvet, and the magnetic clasp ensures that your cosmetics doesn't fall out. I love Oriental pieces!

The hard structure also means whatever you keep inside is protected!

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Hmm…Clogs?

Posted on April 1, 2010 | 8 Comments

If anyone told you that clogs are so runway this season that you must get it, I’d say save the money. They look so uncomfortable and the huge chunk of heel at the back just doesn’t look sexy.

And because most of us normal folk are not trained to walk on runways with stockinged feet in clogs (see Chanel),  chances of dragging the footwear along because of the absence of a back strap would be quite high. That means you might put people off with your less than discreet arrival, and potentially looking (and sounding) very “un-lady-like”.

However, if you are able to master the art of taking small, purposeful steps in clogs, then I can imagine how this particular footwear could package you as a demure-lady-like-daughter-in-law-material.

I think the allure of this outfit lies in the stockings. They actually complement the clogs with the prints resembling the ribbons of a ballet shoes.

This ensemble on the other hand conveys a kind of simplicity that is agricultural and unpretentious.


Still, not everyone can afford Chanel clogs, so if you think that somehow this footwear works for your wardrobe and you would like to own a pair, here’re some possibilities:

ASOS Leather Studded Clog. £85. The shoe is pretty but I'm not sure if anyone can really walk in these.

Steve Madden clogs. US$79.95. These look more functional and I like the chain across the front. It makes the clog look more street-style, and best paired with denim skirt or shorts. Thing with clogs is, you have to show off the legs. Wearing them with pants or jeans just wouldn't flatter.

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