my mom hates fashion

crystallised

2012-01-26T09:56:00.000-08:00

(Ralph Lauren Blazer, Dries Van Noten Dip Dye Jeans, Jeffery Campbell Rumble, Balenciaga Bracelet, By Invite Only Quartz Crystal Necklace)

Cross your Heart

2012-01-02T11:04:00.000-08:00

Apparently religious jewelery is on trend this season. Pucci, Lanvin and Moschino all showed cross necklaces in their Spring/Summer 2012 show, done in excess, piled on, like it's the 80s again. Makes you think of Madonna, who made wearing huge crucifixes big, no?

I'm not exactly a fan of the Moschino and Pucci versions. Go big or go home, I say! However, I am loving the huge cross that Lanvin did for their show. Obesessed with a huge cross necklace right now.

Reminds me of my #fashionshoulda, a vintage '94 Chanel necklace which I previously posted about. I was crazy about it then, and I'm still crazy for it now, only that I can't get it anymore.

What about you?

Do you have a #fashionshoulda? Tell me about it!

Photo Credits: Style.com, Fabsugar.com

Print that Jean!

2011-12-21T11:06:00.001-08:00

This season, printed jeans are popping up everywhere, and with numerous variations. Animal print jeans are especially huge: leopard print, python, snakeskin, just to name a few.

But that's not what I'm crazy about at the moment.

Here's my favourite version of the printed jean, the Galaxy print!

(Left: Helmut Lang Mid-Rise Skinny jeans, Right: Rag & Bone Mid-Rise Skinny jeans)

Aren't they absolutely cool? Imagine pairing the Helmut Lang with a white shirt and black boots. BAM! Insta-chic.

However, if you're a sucker for animal print and can't resist a good ol' leopard print, here are some options for you.

Above: Current/Elliot Leopard Print Jeans

Above: Current/Elliot Snake Print Jeans

I vote for the snake print!

Photo Credits: net-a-porter.com, ssense.com

What is Fashion?

2011-12-16T12:40:00.000-08:00

In today's fast moving world of fast fashion, where collections are sped up, we no longer have just four seasons, but pre-fall, pre-spring, and cruise collections, to fill the lull in between the seasons for the fickle and impatient consumer, Is there too much fashion around?

(How many times have you seen an on-trend item at just about every high street store?)

"We had too much stuff, too much red carpet, too much bling-bling, too much of everything, and it was like having an upset stomach from eating too many good things. So then you have to have a big cleanse. It's a refined purge." - Karl Lagerfeld on the economic downturn in 2009

"You've got to have style. It helps you get up in the morning." - Diana Vreeland

Style isn't something someone can teach you.
It isn't something you can learn.
You already know it.
You were born with it.
Style is not an expensive jacket, nor the latest trend.
Style is not what is sold to you in shops. Style is not fashion.
And style is definitely not an extension of yourself. It is yourself.
Style is who you are.
At your core.

Tila March Marches into Singapore

2011-12-15T20:54:00.000-08:00

Are you out and about in town, but just about seen every store on Orchard Road ten times over? If you're on the search for the perfect bag, here's a new store you have to check out.

Tila March, a French luxury leather brand, has just opened its only standalone boutique in South East Asia!

Tamara Taichman, founder of Tila March and ex-fashion editor of French Elle, started the label when she needed a practical yet stylish bag for her hectic schedule during Paris Fashion Week. Unsatisfied with the ubiquitous "It-bag", Tamara had a bag custom made just in time for fashion week. Editors and buyers all fell in love with it, which inspired her to continue, and start her own label.

That bag has become the brand's signature bag - The Zelig.

Zelig Bags

Daisy Camera Bag

The Daisy Camera bag is ultra-portable and chic, all you need to store your daily essentials!

Missy Messenger Bags

My personal favourite: the Missy Messenger Bags! Maybe it's because I'm a huge fan of messenger bags, but this range of messengers are my absolute favourite. Besides your usual leathers, they also come in ponyhair and python! What more can you ask for?

Sweet Sidenote: Tila March is named after the relationship between Tamara Taichman and her husband, Nicolas Berdugo. “Tila” is the combination of both their names, while “March” is the month they met!

I love a good fashion fairytale.

View the rest of Tila March Autumn/Winter collection HERE.

Tila March is located at #02-08 Scotts Square.

Shane X Hermes Graffiti

2011-12-03T19:10:00.000-08:00

Hermes and graffiti? An unlikely but cool combination!

The French luxury label is collaborating with fellow French renowned graffiti artist, Kongo. His work is currently displayed on the Hermes store front at Scotts Square in Singapore. Windows designed by the artist will be unveiled on the store opening day, December 9th!

Give me the MARNI!

2011-11-29T09:53:00.000-08:00

Are you exhausted already from the recent Versace x H&M madness? Get excited, because Marni is collaborating with H&M next!

Take a sneak peek at the making of the range with Marni’s founder and creative director, Consuelo Castiglioni in this video!

The collection will be familiar to Marni fans, with lots of tribal prints, quirky jewelery and chunky shoes.

The designer collaboration will hit stores and online in March 2012. In the words of Nigel from Devil Wears Prada, "Gird your loins"!

How do you feel about the news of this collection? Will you queue for it?

Well, I'm definitely going to be parked outside H&M for this one.

Photo Credits: H&M/The Cut

3.1 Phillip Lim Spring/Summer 2012 Menswear

2011-11-25T03:26:00.000-08:00

I am a huge fan of Phillip Lim's extremely cool and well-made clothes. He is also part of the huge wave of young Asian-American designers that are taking New York by storm. (whoop whoop!) Anyway, I am crazy about his Spring/Summer Menswear collection and I just had to share it with you. Can't wait for this to be in the stores!

How pretty is the ombre effect on this denim jacket? I am such a sucker for all things ombre.

Phillip lim also wore this ombre pair of jeans at his Spring/Summer show, but with the colors reversed!

I've seen this biker leather jacket in previous Phillip Lim collections, so I think its probably going to be a classic piece. What's really interesting is that the sleeves are detachable, so this jacket can also be a vest!

You can shop 3.1 Phillip Lim at ssense HERE!

Photo Credits: OO0OO, Style.com

Feiyue X Zouk 20/20

2011-11-10T07:19:00.000-08:00

Guess which famed party powerhouse is teaming up with Feiyue for a pair of special edition sneakers?

None other than Zouk!

The internationally-known nightclub is celebrating their 20th Anniversary with Feiyue by presenting us with a Feiyue X Zouk 20/20 sneaker. The exclusive sneaker is decked in white canvas with suede detailing.

The coolest part? Hold up your feet, this sneaker has a neon green sole!

Give these sneakers some love on the dance floor and start shuffling!

The Feiyue X Zouk 20/20 collaboration will be available at the Zouk Boutique, Leftfoot, and Feiyue Asia Online.

Singapore Women's Haute Couture Week

2011-11-06T01:55:00.000-07:00

Haute Couture used to be the domain of Paris, where shows would happen after the Menswear collections in Paris. Well, not anymore.

For the first time ever, Womenswear Haute Couture shows will be shown outside of Paris, at the inaugural Women’s Fashion Week 2011 in Singapore!

Haute Couture is the epitome of high fashion, dressmaking, craftsmanship and luxury. For many fashion houses, designing Haute Couture is very important to the identity of the brand, as it sets the creative direction for the brand, and the tone of the other collections to come.

A total of eight designers presented their collections, Anne Valerie Hash, Atelier Gustavolins, Christopher Josse, Stephane Rolland, Dominique Sirop, Alexis Mabille, Maxime Simoens and Eymeric Francois.

The set for the shows was also beautifully designed (as you can see in the photos below). Trees flanked the sides of the runways, changing color each day of the shows, from Spring to finally Winter, appropriate for the Winter Ball we had to celebrate the end of Haute Couture Week!

(According to the NY Times, the set was inspired by the grand staircase at the Opera Garnier in Paris)

Here are just some of my favourite moments during my time at the shows!

Christopher Josse

Alexis Mabille

Anne Valerie Hash

Stephane Rolland

The audience did a collective gasp when this dress walked down the runway, it was breathtaking. The photos do it no justice, you just have to see the intricate work on the dress up close! It must have been extremely intricate, because apparently it weighed 65kg (can you imagine?) and required two male models to help the model with the train!

Photo Credits: Women's Fashion Week 2011/Word Of Mouth Communications

Erin Meets Zadig

2011-10-26T07:17:00.000-07:00

There couldn't be a better match made in fashion heaven. French label, Zadig & Voltaire, is teaming up with the effortlessly cool model, Erin Wasson for a capsule collection!

The pieces from the collection show how Zadig & Voltaire complement Wasson's model-off-duty style perfectly. Chiffon blouses, denim cut-offs, slouchy printed vests all point to Wasson's signature disheveled look, infused with Zadig & Voltaire's glamorous rock and roll aesthetic.

"There is an air of something very classic and French yet the mentality is rock and roll, which speaks to me," says Erin, of Zadig & Voltaire.

Shop Erin Wasson x Zadig & Voltaire HERE.

Liquid Line

2011-10-22T10:53:00.000-07:00

Max.tan's new diffusion line is called LiQUID. Just like the name, its Autumn/Winter collection features creative cuts and drapes which flow across the body with fluidity.

With a versatile combination of hard and soft looks, the collection will take you from day to night effortlessly, so you can wear it "everywear"!

Max.tan's diffusion line is available at a new pop-store at PARCO Marina bay (Level 2) from 18 October till March 2012.

Harajuku Girl

2011-10-13T10:51:00.000-07:00

These girls are known around the world for their style. Gwen Stefani has even sung songs about them. That's right, all you Harajuku Girls, listen up! HARUJUKU Street Style is back at TANGS this fall, even bigger and better!

I attended the Japanese street fashion launch at TANGS STYLESPACE last friday. Making special appearances were Celebrity blogger and Fashion Photographer, Rei Shito, as well as our local street style photographer, James Bent!

The showcase featured brands like BEAMS/Ray BEAMS, CRYSTALBALL, DipDrops, KBF, Osewaya, rosebullet, UNITED ARROWS, and more.

I approached Rei Shito for a photo of her, and she ended up asking for a photo of me instead!

Also met this amazing girl from New York who used to work at Pier 59 (Miranda from The Devil Wears Prada was going: "Make sure we have Pier 59 by 8am tomorrow" in my head, when I heard about her job!) I swear, I can recite Devil Wears Prada the movie word for word. Be warned, anyone who watches the movie with me.

The brands are currently housed at STYLESPACE at TANGS Orchard, Level 4, and will be available from now till 31 October, and at Playlab till 2 January 2012.

military

2011-10-10T04:38:00.000-07:00

(Burberry Prorsum Military Jacket, Topman Tee, Ralph Lauren Trousers, Rocco P Heels)

Fall Trend: Varsity Jacket

2011-10-07T01:28:00.000-07:00

Who were you in high school?

Well, throw on a varsity jacket today and be the coolest girl or boy on the block! Spotted on the runways from Alexander Wang to Rag & Bone (which I am dying for) and on celebrities like Ciara, Lady Gaga and Elle Fanning, the classic American jacket is definitely making a comeback.

Reinvented with lush fabrics like velvet, suede and leather this season, the varsity jacket isn't just for the high school field anymore!

Featured on: Look of the Week (Fashion Fast Forward)

in the red

2011-09-23T09:03:00.000-07:00

Dior Homme Fall/Winter 2011

I am in LOVE with these red wide-legged pants right now. Women might have the Le Smoking suit from Yves Saint Laurent, but men now have their own gender bender empowerment moment from Kris Van Assche for Dior Homme.

Image Credit: Style.com, Stockholm Street Style

ombre and crosses

2011-09-22T01:30:00.000-07:00

Here are some photos of me with one of my favourite girls and now fellow fashion intern, Liyana while out and about!

(Burberry Leather Jacket, Unconditional Ombre T-shirt, Current/Elliot Jeans, Rag & Bone Newbury Boots)

Editor of Catalog Magazine, Janice Pidduck!

My day ended with the opening party of the hot new Hollywood club, Avalon.

fashion intern

2011-09-20T04:20:00.000-07:00

I've been interning at Catalog Magazine for the last 3 weeks now and it's been a real trip. I will share more photos and stories with you very soon!

Here's a not so glamorous photo of me having a little fun at our fashion run-through.

I've also been writing some articles and blog posts for Catalog Magazine as well so make sure you check them out!

Check out my blog posts on the website here, and Catalog Magazine's page here.

Surface to Air x Leigh Lezark

2011-09-13T08:48:00.000-07:00

Cult label, Surface to air has joined forces with painfully cool It Girl/DJ Leigh Lezark to create an ongoing collection. Making its debut as part of the line is a pair of killer heels that any fashion girl would willingly die for. Made with fine vegetal leather and cushioned leather insoles, these bad ass heels will only be knocking out all 'em guys on the street, not your feet.

Available at Asylum Shop at 22 Ann Siang Road in Singapore, or online HERE.

Meatballs at the Hollywood Forever Cemetery

2011-08-26T13:50:00.000-07:00

The LA fashion crowd came together at the Hollywood Forever Cemetery for a screening of the 1979 Bill Murray Classic, MEATBALLS. It was an All-American Summer party hosted by Band of Outsiders, Net-A-Porter.com and Mrporter.com.

Above: Actor Andrew Garfield (Left) and Band of Outsiders Creative Director, Scott Sternberg.

Above: Nicole Richie and Joel Madden.

Above: Jenny Lewis (Left) and Busy Phillips.

Above: Natalie Love

Image Credits: Courtesy of Net-A-Porter.com/John Shearer/WireImage

3.1 Phillip Lim Pashli

2011-08-25T01:43:00.000-07:00

Phillip Lim designed his Fall collection with the bike-riding girl in mind. That carried on to the functionality of the Pashli bag, that has been selling out everywhere.

Comparisons have been made between the Pashli and the Celine luggage tote. Both are functional, big enough to fit all your everyday essentials, except, the Pashli comes with a much more accessible price.

Is the success of the Pashli related to its similarity to the much-adored Celine tote, or are they totally unrelated?

Available on Net-A-Porter, Saks and Nordstrom.

Image Credits: Purse Forum, Style.com

Kate Moss for Vogue US September 2011

2011-08-22T11:55:00.000-07:00

Kate Moss is on the cover of American Vogue's September issue, wearing Alexander McQueen.

What a beautiful cover!

Finally, a model on the cover too! Although I don't know how much Kate Moss counts as a model on for a cover. We definitely need more models on covers on magazines instead of all the overtly publicized celebrities who have been on the same magazine cover every month.

I'm feeling as though Kate Moss is having a Carrie Bradshaw moment.

Word is, Vogue Editor-in-Chief, Anna Wintour, "asked top designers to create looks they'd most like to see Moss wear during her nuptials. The waifish model was then photographed in the various looks by Mario Testino for the issue."

The dreamy shoot was straight out of a Carrie Bradshaw scene from Sex and the City, with gowns from Oscar de la Renta, Vera Wang and Valentino. Subsitute Patrick Demarchelier for Mario Testino and there you have it.

To read the full article by Hamish Bowles from Vogue on the wedding, click HERE.

Photo Credits: Vogue.com

Street Style for Topshop

2011-08-22T07:16:00.000-07:00

I hope you forgive my lack of posts lately. I can't even begin to explain how life has been. Do you ever feel so suffocated sometimes, you just have to get away?

This is where I need to be.

Anyway, I was recently asked as a Style Scout to spot stylish people on the streets and in the stores.

Click HERE to view the full album of all the lovely people we spotted!

Noel Caleb x [A-Mod] Styling Competition

2011-07-30T09:08:00.000-07:00

Last Saturday was the Styling Competition by Noel Caleb and [A-Mod]. I wasn't taking part, but I went down to support my lovely friends, Yusrina, Tarandip and Liyana!

I don't know why I was giving that face.

Photo Credits: Kristie Sim

Michael Kors Fall 2011 Jewelery Collection

2011-07-27T07:51:00.000-07:00

Michael Kors has partnered with Fossil, to launch a jewelry collection ranging in price from $100-$500. If you were crushing on the blindingly gleaming neck-cuffs worn in Michael Kors's Fall show, you're in luck.

The goldtone neck, and cuff bracelets are all at a pretty accessible price point of $125 each.

Another favorite of mine:

Multi-Chain Necklace with Sand Python Embossed Leather Closure: $350

Photo Credits: The Cut

Tommy Kristiansen by Daniel Wester for Fashionisto Summer/Pre-Fall 2011

2011-07-27T07:27:00.000-07:00

Photo Credit: Thefashionisto.com

H&M Fall/Winter 2011

2011-07-21T09:02:00.000-07:00

It's time to get your wishlist out! H&M is opening September 3rd here in Singapore. Here's some images from the H&M Fall/Winter 2011 lookbook, featuring Clement Chabernaud, to get your wishlist going.

I'm loving that hair on Clement.

Photo Credits: Carolines Mode

Girls on Bikes

2011-07-19T08:36:00.000-07:00

3.1 Phillip Lim recently released a short film titled 'Girls on Bikes', featuring their Fall/Winter 2011 womenswear collection.

While watching the video, what really caught my eye the most were the amazing shoes (would you wear those shoes to cycle?) and the outerwear pieces.

I think that pretty much sums up my approach and philosophy to style as well. I can wear a $5 T-shirt, but I never, never, stinge on shoes.

“Only the rich can afford cheap shoes,"- Linda Grant

Dip Dye Hair!

2011-07-13T11:27:00.001-07:00

I previously wrote a Look of the Week post on the Fashion Fast Forward page a while ago about dip dye denim. Now, how about following the trend on your hair?

Reality TV starlet, Lauren Conrad, tried to be democratic and asked her readers to vote on what she should do with her hair. As seen above, Lauren went for a hybrid of a myriad of colors. The best thing about dip dyed hair? You get to experiment with a crazy color while not committing to a full head. If you have long hair, put your hair up and the color is hidden!

This dip dye hair trend is a mini-departure from the ombre hair trend, which Lauren and Drew Barrymore both have sported.

Nicki Minaj would be an example of how NOT to dip dye your hair.

So, what do you think?

Photo Credits: Fashionista

Vintage Chanel

2011-07-06T20:44:00.001-07:00

New York Designer Vintage store, What Goes Around Comes Around, is having a sale on vintage Chanel jewelery.

I'm loving this Chanel cross necklace from '94. Isn't it gorgeous?

Shop Vintage Chanel Jewelery at What Goes Around Comes Around HERE.

Girl To Watch: Hailee Steinfeld

2011-07-04T17:36:00.000-07:00

Hailee Steinfeld, 14, is now the new face for Miu Miu's Fall 2011 ads.

She has been captivating the hearts of many since she stepped in the spotlight in September. Hailee has been widely praised for keeping her style age appropriate, especially when teens today are overtly sexualised.

Hailee seems to be one of the many in the wave of young tween stars in the fashion industry. “She’s not oversexed but she can wear clothing well,” Interview entertainment director Lauren Tabach-Bank said of Elle Fanning, 12, after the magazine ran an eight-page story featuring the tween modeling the likes of 3.1 Phillip Lim, Alberta Ferretti, and Dolce & Gabbana.

Some seem to be bothered by the fact that Hailee is only 14 years old and modelling for Miu Miu. I don't see what the big deal is. Lindsey Wixson was just 15 when she appeared in ads for Miu Miu. Besides, the campaign images look very age-appropriate, and incredibly adorable. I especially love the Wizard of Oz-like feelings of wonder and dreamyness that these images evoke.

Above: Hailee in Marchesa

Vogue's André Leon Talley is a fan of Hailee's style, calling her "spectacular" and the "best dressed of the night" at the SAG Awards. Talley writes, "What made it so right for the teenager was the just-out-of-bed tousled hair (the style of the evening) looking so natural on her, deft makeup, and no bling. She didn’t try too hard."

Above: Hailee in Prada Spring 2011

What do you think?

Credits: Just Jared, Wardrobe Whisperer, The Cut

a flash of color

2011-06-25T07:30:00.000-07:00

One of the biggest trends this Spring/Summer is color blocking. A neon blue blazer, bright yellow shirts, green pants, that's what its all about.

Now, how about wearing that pop of color on your feet?

A flash of blue from the soles of your feet?

These shoes above by Jil Sander are my favorite. Just a hint of blue or bright pink, flashing to the world around you as you walk by.

Aren't they like Men's equivalent to the famous and copyrighted high-heel Louboutin red sole?

Photo Credits: Tommy Ton/Style.com

Versace for H&M

2011-06-22T03:11:00.000-07:00

If you're already excited about the opening of a H&M store here in Singapore, this piece of news might just send you into a tizzy. H&M has announced another designer collaboration that will appear in stores November 17. This time, H&M is collaborating with Versace.

In addition to Men's and Womenswear, the designer collaboration will also include homeware pieces. Donatella Versace will be showing iconic pieces from Versace, so expect nothing short of high glamour in the collection.

How excited are you?

Photo Credits: Her World

the leather jacket

2011-06-14T09:54:00.000-07:00

Much like the plain white tee, the leather jacket is one staple you need to have in your closet. Throw it on over a T-shirt, a blouse, a dress, anything, and up your cool quotient. Toughen up a girly dress with a leather jacket over, or wear it over a shirt and tie as an alternative to a blazer or suit. It could be new, it could be your dad's, it could be vintage, lying in your closet forever. Effortless. Wear it over whatever, don't think about it.

I think I'm obsessed about the perfect leather jacket.

Photo Credits: Hanneli Mustaparta, Jive Records, Bobobaroque

Women's Fashion Week Preview Party at ScreenSingapore

2011-06-13T05:29:00.000-07:00

I recently attended the Closing Gala Party for ScreenSingapore, where the inaugural Women's Fashion Week was officially announced. It was a glamourous red carpet affair, with celebrities such as Zhang Ziyi and Tom Hanks attending ScreenSingapore. Three of Singapore's most well known designers, Ashley Isham, Frederick Lee and Thomas Wee came together for a stunning display of their designs.

I spotted this girl (below) in the crowd and she reminded me of a 1920s flapper, like the 20's 'it' girl, Clara Bow, or Marilyn Monroe. What do you think?

throwing something on

2011-06-11T05:47:00.000-07:00

I'm just scrambling to get dressed for a red carpet event right now that I will tell you guys more about later!

CATALOG Magazine Photoshoot

2011-06-09T22:36:00.000-07:00

One of the rewards for winning the Style Scout title was a feature in the July issue of CATALOG Magazine. I can't tell you much yet about it yet, but here are some pictures behind the scenes to give you a little preview.

Above: What we'll be wearing in the actual magazine spread!

From left to right: Me, Giselle, Huiyi, Allen

Look out for the July issue of CATALOG Magazine coming out on the 2nd!

Flesh Imp X Canon Fashion Photo Journal Competition

2011-06-04T04:18:00.000-07:00

To all you aspiring shutterbugs, here's a competition you need to be in. Flesh Imp is collaborating with Canon in organising a fashion photo journal competition. This collaboration between Flesh Imp and Canon celebrates Flesh Imp's new store at *Scape and the creativity of Singapore's photographers.

Above: Flesh Imp Spring 2011

There are two categories you can take part in:
Lifestyle for a single editorial-style shot, and LookBook for a series of 2 or more photos.

You stand to win a Canon EOS DSLR 1100D, Flesh Imp Vouchers worth $200 + 1 set of Flesh Imp X Canon FLMPLTD Capsule collection worth $180 under the the Lifestyle or Lookbook category!

Interested?

Go to http://www.fleshimp.com/canon/ right now for more details!

Photo Credits: Courtesy of Flesh Imp

Time to Shine

2011-06-03T23:13:00.000-07:00

While Lurex may be the new Sequin for girls, its time for boys to shine. I recently bought a new pair of crazy sparkly shoes by Swedish label, Acne.

Below: Me with Liyana at the Style Scout Finals dressing our mannequins in the morning wearing my new Acne shoes!

Loving the Sequin Blazer and leggings from Dolce & Gabanna Fall/Winter 2011.

How about a little sparkle in your life?

Photo Credits: Style.com, Bryanboy.com

sidewalks are my runways

2011-05-23T18:45:00.000-07:00

(From Left to Right: Lenne, Liyana, Tarandip, and me!)

We had heaps of fun taking shots on the street outside the Audi Fashion Festival tent after the Star Creation show. Shoulders back, and walk tall. Keep your head high gorgeous, the world would kill to see you fall.

Audi Fashion Festival: Star Creation

2011-05-22T18:46:00.000-07:00

I have to admit, when I first recieved my invitation to the Star Creation show, I didn't know what to expect from the show. However, any little doubt of the contestants talent was immediately dispelled once the show started. Here are just some of my many favourites.

The collection from Chen Zhi Gang with blindfolds reminded me of Valentino Spring 2010 Couture (pictured below).

Anyone notice the similarity?

It was very interesting to listen to each of the individual designer's inspirations and see that being translated into their collections. I'm pretty impressed with the collections they put out there and I think Star Creation is a great platform for them to get their work out there.

What do you think?

Photo Credits: Style.com, Suhaimi Abdullah/Getty Images

Audi Fashion Festival Star Creation: Backstage

2011-05-22T17:32:00.000-07:00

Above: Designer Hiroyuki Watanabe with a model in one of his designs.

Photo Credits: Lisa Mariee Williams/Getty Images

Alex Pettyfer for V Man

2011-05-18T23:18:00.001-07:00

If you don't already know about Alex Pettyfer, you need to. He is the star of teen flick Wild Child, Red Riding Hood, and upcoming film Beastly. Pettyfer finds himself as a "relative unknown on the brink of stardom, a blank canvas on which anyone can project a scandalous backstory".

Here is Alex Pettyfer in an editoral for V Man shot by Mario Testino.

Above: Pettyfer in a Marc Jacobs Sweater.

Above: Burberry Prorsum Trench Coat.

According to V Man, Pettyfer's publicist pulled Blaskberg aside to ask if he has read Pettyfer's Wikipedia page. It's all wrong, she tells Blasberg, and he shouldn't even bother.

Blasberg writes, "What I find there turns out to be inaccurate but harmless: Pettyfer was not approached by Ralph Lauren at a toy store when he was a little boy and made into a baby supermodel; while he did appear in two Burberry campaigns, he was never a model aspirant; and—my personal favorite, because it’s so ridiculously random— his family is not best friends with Channing Tatum’s. Beyond the Wikipedia entries, however, I see that in the weeks leading up to our photo shoot quite a few less-than-flattering posts about Pettyfer have shown up on the gossip blogs."

Whatever anyone's saying about Alex Pettyfer, be prepared to see him around a lot more because I'm sure he won't be going anywhere for a while.

Photo Credits: V Man

Fashion Fast Forward Style Scout Social

2011-05-17T10:38:00.000-07:00

If you read my previous post, you would know that I was in a Style Scout program for Fashion Fast Forward and was one of their 15 finalists. I am happy to be able to announce to you all that I am one of the 4 winners of the Style Scout title!

For those who don't know what Fashion Fast Forward is, they house all of UK's top high street fashion labels - Topshop, Topman, Dorothy Perkins, Miss Selfridge and Ben Sherman.

We were supposed to style an outfit for a mannequin using the labels under Fashion Fast Forward as our challenge. Here was mine. The mannequin was wearing a chiffon chain dress, brown biker leather jacket, and a white feather necklace, all from Topshop.

Joining the style scouts competition has been cray cray. I was freaking out the day before submitting my loan request. I wanted it to look perfect, but I had little time, and many aspects for my outfit to think about. I was extremely nervous standing in front of a crowd, but I simply had to suck it up and talk about my look while being coherent and not sounding like a complete dork.

Above: With DJ Rozz who hosted the event.

Above: Me with the other Style Scout contestants. We made good use of the photo booth machine that Topshop provided and hogged it for quite a bit.

In all honesty, I still have no idea what place I can take in the in the fashion industry in the future. Fashion allows many people to play out their fantasies and dreams and to me, styling is like the personification of that fantasy in your head. I love being able to bring that fantasy to life.

A big thank you to everyone who supported me and congratulated me on the win! Dream a little dream of me.

Image credits: Fashion Fast Forward Facebook

Uniqlo's Vivocity Store Opening

2011-05-17T09:47:00.000-07:00

Here are some photos at Uniqlo's Vivocity store opening a while back. Uniqlo at Vivocity is now open at #01-41/42.

Chloe and Simeon Farrar For Japan

2011-05-12T08:03:00.000-07:00

NET-A-PORTER.COM, online luxury fashion retailer, just launched Simeon Farrar's Japanese rising sun logo Kate Mouse T-Shirt and the Chloe Red Charity T-Shirt, in support of the Japanese Red Cross on 11th May.

How cute is the Simeon Farrar T-Shirt below? I love Kate Moss as a little mouse.

Simeon Farrar's iconic Kate Mouse T-Shirt is available only exclusively at NET-A-PORTER.COM. 50% of the sales will to the Japanese Red Cross. The Chloe Red Charity for Japan T-Shirt will retail at £87.50 with all profits going to charity.

Get the Simeon Farrar Kate Mouse T-Shirt HERE.

Photo Credits: Courtesy of NET-A-PORTER.COM, fashandme.blogspot.com

Fashion Fast Forward Finalist Showcase & Tickets Giveaway!

2011-05-10T01:38:00.000-07:00

Hey everyone! I'm currently in the running as the top 15 contestants in Fashion Fast Forward's Style Scout program. Voting started yesterday, and will close on May 14. Show me some support by voting for me HERE! Click the 'Fashion Fast Forward Finalist Showcase' tab on the left and click on the 'Vote' button below my name!

I am also giving away TWO PAIRS of tickets to a fabulous party at Topshop Knightsbridge on 14 May. To win, simply email me at shaneciated@hotmail.com with your name and contact number!
Include 'F3 Party Tickets Giveaway' in your email subject title!

Now, please show me some love and support and vote for me?
You know you love me. Love to you all!

boys with high aspirations

2011-05-08T10:35:00.000-07:00

To all the boys with high (heeled) aspirations, this is for you. Anyone who knows me knows I love a good heel. Here are some shoes I am obsessing and dying over, which you need to know about.

The Yves Saint Laurent Iconic Boot in Python.

The Yves Saint Laurent Iconic Heel in Grey Python.

Over on the high street, Jeffrey Campbell is doing its first ever heeled boot for men called - the areas.

Check out more photos on their facebook page here, and pre-order yours now!

Photo Credits: OAK, YSL

The Met Gala 2011

2011-05-08T09:23:00.000-07:00

The Met Gala, or the Costume Institute Ball held at the Metropolitan Museum in New York, is the Oscars of the East Coast. The only thing that managed to overshadow the fabulousness of the Met Gala was the death of Osama Bin Laden. Celebrities also weighed in on his death at the Gala. This years gala theme was "Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty", which showcases McQueen's work, who committed suicide at age 40. Here are some of my favourites from the night.

Young star, Hailee Steinfeld in a Stella McCartney dress and Nicholas Kirkwood shoes.

Jessica Alba in Ralph Lauren.

Hollywood's golden couple, Orlando Bloom and Miranda Kerr in a Marchesa Dress and Nicholas Kirkwood shoes.

Naomi Campbell in Alexander McQueen.

Max Irons. He looks good. We don't need to know what he's wearing.

Take a look at all the images of the night here, and preview the Alexander Mcqueen: Savage Beauty Exhibit here.

Photo Credits: The Cut/Getty Images

The End of Balmania?

2011-04-30T04:10:00.000-07:00

As you might have heard, Christopher Decarnin has left Balmain as the head designer.

Decarnin is known for igniting Balmania across the globe with impeccably tailored jackets, artfully torn T-shirts and jeans, and sexy dresses - at staggering prices of $1,000 and up for a T-shirt.

2009 was known as the year of Balmain. In the gloomy mood of the economy and the recession, Decarnin's thrashy yet glamourous aesthetics were a hit with editors, celebrities and consumers. It spawned many high-street knockoffs, with shoulder padded jackets and ripped jeans showing up all over the high street. Girls all over tried to emulate the same the same offbeat, slightly imperfect and didn't-try-too-hard look.

Back to current times, Decarnin disappeared mid-January and it is even reported that he has entered a mental facility. It is now confirmed that Oliver Rousteing, the deputy designer at Balmain is set to replace him.

The fashion crowd seems to have wisened up and moved on from paying thousands of dollars for a T-shirt.

Robin Givhan, Fashion Editor of The Washington Post conveys this sentiment, saying, "Certainly, the fashion industry — as a purveyor of beauty ideals, fine craftsmanship, and creativity — is better off without the aesthetic that he and Balmain popularized ... The cost of his fully bedazzled mini-dresses could reach well into tens of thousands of dollars, easily making a couture client hyperventilate. His tailored jackets, though beautifully cut, were also a king's ransom at $10,000. In fairness, some of the prices could be explained by the skill put into the cutting and the elaborate beadwork — one Prince-inspired collection, for example, featured frock coats lacquered in gold sequins. But Decarnin's tattered jeans and T-shirts were equally as expensive — think $1,000 for an artfully torn tank top. And no, he did not come to clients' homes himself with a pair of shears to do the snipping to their personal specifications. There is no justification for that sort of pricing other than it exploited one of the worst marketing tactics in the fashion industry. Balmain's jeans and T-shirts reeked of the most grotesque prestige pricing."

Looking at the recent Fall/Winter 2011 Balmain photos, it is obvious the amount of work that intricate details that goes into it. Balmain definitely has a place in the fashion industry in the future, but it needs to rethink its astronomical price tag. Will Oliver Rousteing make some changes in Balmain or will he stick with its money-making formula?

Only time will tell.

Photo Credits: Bryanboy.com, The Sartorialist, life-is-something-crazy.blogspot.com, 00o00.blogspot.com

Missoni x Havaianas

2011-04-29T00:50:00.000-07:00

Missoni is back at it again! With another designer collaboration, that is.

I previously wrote about their wildly successful and beautiful Missoni x Converse collaboration sneakers. Now, Missoni is collaborating with Havaianas to produce a unique flip flop design for Havaianas.

Every Missoni x Havaianas pair comes in a Missoni knit bag (featured above). The design fuses the colors of the Italian and brazilian flags. The collection comes in two versions - the 'Slim Wave' and 'Top Unisex'.

(Above: 'Top Unisex')

(Above: 'Slim Wave')

A pair of Missoni Loves Havaianas flip flops is priced at SGD $69.90. I feel it is a tad bit pricey for flip flops, but considering it is a Missoni collaboration, I suppose the price tag can be justified. If you are a fan of Missoni and their colorful and beautiful patterns, get this exclusive collection of flip flops!

The collection will be available from May 2011 at the Missoni Store Singapore, (Hilton Hotel #01-16), Inhabit (Mandarin Gallery, #02-16), or TYAN (ION Orchard #03-13).

Photo Credits: Courtesy of Missoni/Havaianas

Is Lurex the New Sequin?

2011-04-26T21:36:00.000-07:00

Sequins have been the go-to choice for a party outfit for a while now, like the ultimate Gossip Girl, Serena Van Der Woodsen.

Now, there seems to be a glittering new era for party girls and boys everywhere. Alexander Wang, Miu Miu, and many other designers showed lurex pieces in their recent Fall/Winter 2011 collections.

Above: Alexander Wang

Above: Cynthia Rowley

Will you replace the sequins in your closet for your next night out?

Photo credits: Yannis Vlamos/GoRunway.com/Style.com, gwenessa.blogspot.com

Wednesday Inspiration

2011-04-17T20:45:00.000-07:00

Do you ever wish you were somewhere else? Maybe you live in a small town. Maybe you have a bad family situation. Whatever it is, we all dream.

For me, I discovered books from an early age and later on, the glorious world of fashion. I believe a good book or magazine has the power to let you escape and transforms you. I love opening a pristine magazine or book and getting lost in the stories of people, parties, and photographs featured.

In this digital age, going online is the next step for print media. What will the future hold for magazine and book publishers? I will continue to buy magazines. Personally, I love the experience. The excitement of obtaining a magazine, the anticipation and rush you get from reading it, having them in the physical form cannot be replaced by a digital magazine for me.

Here is a recent editorial from the April issue of Vogue Russia, featuring Abbey Lee Kershaw. Showing Heidi Slimane's style, Abbey Lee plays with the boundaries of femininity and hard edginess, donning tough leather bondage-like accessories.

I absolutely love this photo above and how the wide-legged pants highlights Abbey Lee's figure.

"I'd known since I was a child that I was going to live in New York eventually, and that everything in between would just be an intermission."- Nora Ephon, Elle US December 2010

What are you dreaming of today?

Photo credit: Fashion Gone Rogue

Nike Liberty Of London Summer 2011 Sneakers

2011-04-17T19:11:00.000-07:00

Nike brings back the hit Liberty of London sneakers for Summer 2011. The previous release of the original Liberty Dunks in Spring 2008 were an instant hit worldwide. The two prints for Summer 2011 are the Tatum, a floral print, and Kara's Trees, an "impressionist-style" pattern of pointillist leaves, creating a very uniquely beautiful pattern.

(Above: The 'Tatum' Blazer Mid which retails for SGD $169)

(Above: The 'Tatum' Air Feather which retails for SGD $179)

(Above: The 'Kara' Dunk Hi Skinny which retails for SGD $179)

(Above: The 'Kara' Women's Blazer Mid which retails at SGD $169)

All of the Nike's Liberty Blazers are available in Mid and Low versions. Produced in limited numbers, I am sure this exclusive collaboration will be a definite hit.

The Liberty of London Summer 2011 pack will be available from April 2011 at the Nike Wisma Atria and other selected Nike stores, while stocks last.

Photo Credit: Courtesy of Nike Singapore

Alexander McQueen "Savage Beauty" Scarf

2011-04-14T00:44:00.000-07:00

In conjunction with the opening of the Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty exhibition at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, the legendary fashion label is releasing a limited-edition version of its signature skull scarf.

According to Harpers Bazzar, the silk scarf will be in the brand's stores in May and will cost $495.

I can't wait to get my hands on one. What about you?

Photo Credit: Harpers Bazzar/Alexander McQueen

Ben Sherman Spring Party

2011-04-13T12:10:00.000-07:00

I was recently invited to the Ben Sherman Spring Party to view their latest Spring collection at their Paragon store as (hopefully) a new Style Scout.

Ben Sherman does what they do best in their Spring collection, their distinctively mod and British style. The Spring collection included button down shirts, argyle vests, cardigans and lots of patterns.

Head down to Ben Sherman now at Paragon Singapore, #03-48.

Image Credit: Fashion Fast Forward

Men's Fashion Week: Everything Else

2011-04-13T10:10:00.000-07:00

Men's Fashion Week: Day Two, The Singapore Showcase

2011-04-07T22:15:00.000-07:00

The Men's Fashion Week Committee allocated a special slot for 4 very talented local designers. Reckless Erica, Elohim, Evenodd and Atzu. Watching their shows was an absolute pleasure.

Reckless Erica

Elohim

Evenodd

Atzu

The energy of the audience for these shows was like none of the previous shows. I couldn't help but smile watching some people scream, clap and give a standing ovation in support of the designers. This energy is what we need for Singapore to grow.

Another person who made me do a double take on the second day: Georgia Lee wearing Givenchy Haute Couture.

Givenchy caused quite a stir when they presented the collection with an all-Asian cast.

Photo Source: The Cut

Men's Fashion Week: Day One, Hugo Boss

2011-03-31T12:39:00.000-07:00

Singapore's own Men's Fashion Week has finally begun! I've been a busy little fashion bee, trying to catch all the shows instead of sleep.

At the Press Conference earlier on in the day, we were showed around the 'Fashion Metropolis' where they had various areas set up for the different labels showing during the week. I thought it was great that they had one dedicated to Japan.

Bryanboy on E! Entertainment.

I noticed her breeze past me and right away, my mind clicked: Lanvin Spring/Summer RTW 2011. The stunning one that Karlie Kloss fluidly moved down the runway in. I would have gotten a photo of her, but she breezed right past me and was gone, like a fashion mirage. Thankfully, I have press scene photos.

(Above: Ms. Cheryl Wee in Lanvin S/S 2011)

(Above: Karlie Kloss in the Lanvin S/S 2011 Show)

Phillip Hwang opened and closed the show for Boss Black by Hugo Boss.

Photo credit: Jak and Jil

Win a VIP Ticket to Men's Fashion Week!

2011-03-28T07:11:00.000-07:00

Win a VIP ticket to the Song of the Mute show and the exclusive after party, 'Gorgeous Decadence' at the upcoming Men's Fashion week, on 3rd April!

To enter, 'Like' my Facebook Page and write a comment on this post telling me why you want to go to Men's Fashion Week! May the best answer win!

Check out photos from Song of the Mute's A/W 2011 Collection. Positively Amazing.

Credit: On the streets of Sydney, Men's Fashion Week

Men's Fashion Week Second Press Conference

2011-03-22T11:27:00.000-07:00

We are now days away from the start of the first ever Men's Fashion Week in Singapore. The organisers have announced more exciting news: A partnership with The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands, the official title sponsor. FashionTV and MTVAsia will also be partnering with the organisers to broadcast Men's Fashion Week on local cable channels and worldwide.

MTVAsia will be showing a programme, 'Men's Fashion Week - All access with Utt' with exclusive coverage of all the shows and parties.

This Men's Fashion Week is like no other - focusing on Asian labels and giving them a chance to showcase their talent. A special slot was allocated for Singaporean brands, including Reckless Erica, Elohim and Evenodd. Other regional labels hail from Korea, Thailand, Japan, Philippines and Hongkong.

Look out for up-and-coming Australian label, Song of the Mute, who was meant to show in Paris last month.

Tickets are available at the theaters at Marina Bay Sands, at $40 a ticket. Run and get your tickets now!

The Prepster and Hipster

2011-03-07T12:21:00.000-08:00

Outfit #1

Band Of Outsiders Double Breasted Jacket

Junya Watanabe Two Button Jersey-Style Blazer

Mr. Hare Oxford Shoes

Band Of Outsiders Tuxedo Shirt

Outfit #2

Acne Distressed Denim Jacket

Kitsune Fox T-Shirt

Chan Luu Diamond and Sterling Silver Bracelet

Yves Saint Laurent Dark Havana Sunglasses

Outfit #3

Alexander McQueen Suede Raw Edge Jacket

Pierre Hardy Sandals

See By Chloe Patchwork Jeans

Alexander Mcqueen Dust Print Shirt

Balenciaga Bracelet

i-D Magazine Pre-Spring 2011

2011-03-07T09:59:00.000-08:00

I was at the bookstore today, and this issue of i-D literally stopped me in my tracks. My favourite cover, was the first cover I spotted of Heidi Slimane in an illustrated drawing.

i-D Magazine came out with not one, or two, but six covers for their Pre-Spring 2011 issue. Liu Wen, Kirsi Pyrhonen, Jeneil Williams, Milou Van Groesen and Rose Cordero, featured the standout trend of the season, color blocking, in bright, bold makeup and clothing.

Ajak Deng was draped in sheer pink, with a bondage looking bra and neck collar underneath.

Vanessa Paradis, in a softer look for the cover.

Lastly, Chanel Iman, Hilary Rhonda, Jessica Stam, and Kayt Jones all stripped down to their bare skin for their cover.

Source: Design Scene, Entertainment Rundown

+J Spring Summer 2011: Behind The Scenes

2011-02-21T01:13:00.001-08:00

The +J Spring/Summer 2011 Campaign, behind the scenes. Shot by David Sims, featuring Isabeli Fontana and Clement Chabernaud.

Images: Uniqlo

+J Spring Summer 2011: Campaign

2011-02-21T00:29:00.000-08:00

Jil Sander will be collaborating with Japan's top casual wear brand, Uniqlo, for the fourth time for a Spring/Summer 2011 collection. The +J line has been received with worldwide enthusiasm.

The 2011 Spring/Summer collection will be available at 313@Somerset in Singapore.

Images: Uniqlo

Rodarte x Opening Ceremony

2011-02-11T20:48:00.000-08:00

What can be better? Rodarte, the label which designed costumes for the recent film Black Swan, which they will NOT get accreditation for, collaborating with the mega-cool store, Opening Ceremony for a Spring/Summer 2011 collection.

Source: Opening Ceremony

Shop Opening Ceremony HERE.

Dries Van Noten Spring/Summer 2011

2011-02-03T05:20:00.000-08:00

The Dries Van Noten Spring/Summer 2011 collection displayed a few key trends of the season. Namely, wide-leg pants that were already on its way like I wrote about before, but now back on in full force. Also, ombre was also a trend I noticed on the runways. Ombre jackets, blazers, pants all showed up in the collection.

Ombre

The above look is one of my favorites of the collection, especially the jeans!

Above: Sienna Miller in J Brand's Pencil Ombre in Blue Grass.

Above: Me carrying a YSL Ombre Clutch at the MFW Preview Party.

Source: Style.com, Denimology

the cardigan

2011-01-31T09:58:00.000-08:00

Been crazy about this 3.1 Phillip Lim desert knit cardigan (above) for about FOREVER, but its been a few seasons back and its sold out everywhere!

Thom Browne Oversized Cardigan

USD $718.90

Source: blog generique de mode, Stockholm Street Style

Spring/Summer 2011 Ad Campaigns: The Best and Worst

2011-01-27T17:32:00.000-08:00

The Best

This Yves Saint Laurent Ad features Arizona Muse, who has Anna Wintour's seal of aproval, wearing a pristine white suit and a gorgeous dress amongst foliage in Morocco.

Muse recieved high praise from Anna Wintour in the February issue of Vogue, with Anna saying, "When I look at Arizona, I see shades of Linda Evangelista and Natalia Vodianova, but most of all, I see her, a gorgeous, smart grown-up. And how can anyone resist someone with that name?" Muse is already a rising star, having opened and closed the Prada and Miu Miu shows in her debut season.

These shots for Fendi by Karl Lagerfeld look more like a work of art, or something out from a Jackson Pollock painting. The room is just as color blocked as her outfit, which makes the color in the images pop and catch your eye.

Freja Beha Erichsen, Stella Tennant and Baptise Giabiconi make magic in the Chanel SS 2011 ads. Set in a lush garden, Feja, Stella and Baptise simply look gorgeous. To make a pop culture reference, it looks something right out of a Vampire Diaries Cast.

The Bad

A sexy, tan model, blue sky? Its not bad but its new either.

Dolce & Gabbana's Spring/Summer 2011 Collection looked amazing. However, that did not translate in the Ad Campaign. The overly tanned models do nothing for the clothes. Alessandra Ambrosio's rib and collar bones are also clearly visible in the photos, which does not send a good message.

Source: Fillr, Millionlooks, Stylefrizz, nyc-fashion

Max.tan Spring/Summer 2011

2011-01-23T20:03:00.000-08:00

A collection which has caught my eye lately is the Spring/Summer 2011 Collection, Stripped, by Singaporean label Max.tan. The collection starts off with a rude riot of color applied to a single print. The label describes the collection as "akin to drawing the first breath on a freshly lit cigarette, which then capitulates to the darkening hues of ash grey to black".

Max.tan is not meant for plain Jane. The ideal Max.tan girl is slightly quirky and edgy, not afraid to stand out from the crowd, and loves playing with the boundaries of masculine and feminine.

For a relatively new local label, it is doing well, with 5 stores in Singapore alone, and 2 internationally, with one in Germany and another in Sweden.

Get your hands on Max.tan at Mandarin Gallery #04-26, 33 Erskine Road #01-10, or The Cathay #01-18 in Singapore. If you happen to be in Germany, head down to Laufsteg No.11, Kirchgarten, or Galleri Demo, Munkbrogatan in Stockholm, Sweden.

Photos: Courtesy of Max.tan

Lanvin Spring/Summer 2011 Ad Campaign

2011-01-19T20:25:00.000-08:00

Loving the new Spring/Summer Lanvin Ad Campaign. Models clad in Lanvin, throwing each other on the floor and wrestling each other. The photos evokes a vintage feeling, of old Hollywood, the Halston era, Bianca Jagger, Studio 54 glamour.

Source: Lanvin/MyMANybags

Men's Fashion Week Preview Party

2011-01-18T09:24:00.001-08:00

The Preview Party at ION Sky kicked off with a runway walk by the participating labels, and went on till 1.30am in the morning. There was a palpable feeling of excitement and anticipation for Mens Fashion Week in the air, and it was like everyone was reveling in it.

Get pumped for Mens Fashion Week, Autumn/Winter come March 2011!

Singapore's First Men's Fashion Week Press Preview

2011-01-16T22:55:00.000-08:00

The Press Conference/Preview was held at ION Sky, complete with breathtaking views of the whole city. Racks of clothes and shoes from the participating labels were laid out for us to inspect. A total of 15 international and local labels including Hugo Boss, Canali, Emmanuel, Etro, Raoul, Shanghai Tang and Versace are confirmed to show in the Fashion Week shows.

This will undoubtably push Singapore into the position of the region's fashion hub. Internationally renowned male model, Phillip Huang, who has walked the runways of Milan and Paris, will be set to walk in the upcoming shows. Two of our local celebrities, Utt and Julian Hee will front the campaigns for the event.

30% of the tickets will be made available to the public, and you might be able to meet your favourite designer as the designers or creative directors of 3/4 of the labels will be accompanying their collections!

News of this initiative has already garnered attention from the International press, which is not a surprise, considering this is the third of its kind in the world.

Swedish Fashion Blogger Designs for H&M

2011-01-12T20:47:00.000-08:00

With the profileration of fashion bloggers who are becoming increasingly promient in the fashion industry, so has been the rise of fashion blogger/celebrity fashion lines. Fashion bloggers are becoming very present in fashion, be it modelling in ad campaigns, wearing free clothes, sitting in front rows and tweeting about it. No one seems to take the collections very seriously, with many lines known to be just a celebrity name attached with no actual designing from them.

H&M is launching a new collection with Swedish blogger, Elin King, who started her blog in 2007.

I think the collection looks great. I love the clean, minimalist aesthetics, and all the pieces seem to be cut beautifully with such precision. I especially love the long dress with the artsy print on it. This is definitely one of the best fast fashion collabrations to me so far. Sadly, the collection will only be available in Sweden. 10% of the proceeds will also go to UNICEF.

What do you think? Do you love the pieces? Do you support fashion bloggers or celebrities turned designers or do you think some are just riding on their fame?

H&M teams up with fashion blogge r [Telegraph UK]

Elin King for H&M - Pieces [Elin King]

Sources: H&M/Peter Gehrke, The Cut

Singapore Spring 2011 Men's Fashion Week

2011-01-10T07:27:00.001-08:00

For the first time ever, Singapore is holding its first ever Men's Fashion week in the Spring of 2011, from the 30th of March till the 3rd of April. It is the third city in the world to host a Men's Fashion Week, after Milan and Paris.

And guess what?

I am going to be a part of it!

I'll be attending the upcoming press conference & preview for the Men's Fashion Week, where they will reveal the 'face' of this year's fashion week.

It is going to be incredible. I'll be keeping you updated with all the latest fabulous happenings, so stay updated on my blog!

girl about town

2011-01-10T07:15:00.000-08:00

A girl woke up one morning. She had one too many drinks last night. Already late for work, she had to move fast. Dressed in a slightly sheer tee and trousers, she grabbed her cellphone with a hundred messages next to her and threw it into her Proenza Schouler satchel. Running to the door, she pulled on her Alexander Wang booties, like a warrior, now ready to battle the rest of the day.

Girl About Town by shaneciated featuring leather shoulder bags

T by Alexander Wang Classic pocketed jersey T-shirt
$78 - net-a-porter.com
V neck t shirts »

Candace Ang Revolution Collar in Toast at ShopGoldyn.com
$245 - shopgoldyn.com

Proenza Schouler Large Leather PS1
$1,995 - barneys.com
Leather shoulder bags »

Edit New York / Silk Draped Overlap Blazer
editnewyork.com

Edit New York / The Captain Trouser
editnewyork.com

Edit New York / Noemi Combat Bootie
editnewyork.com
Shoes »

Facehunting For Christmas

2010-12-16T10:02:00.000-08:00

I was at a book signing tonight with The Facehunter, Yvan Rodic at a newly opened cafe/bar called A Curious Teepee.

I then went on to Designare Magazine's Christmas party, the last stop of my night.

A Curious Teepee is located at 2 Orchard Link, #02-24.

PS. A Very Merry Christmas and New Year's to all my Readers!

getting dressed

2010-12-14T02:09:00.000-08:00

Here are some silly shots of me getting dressed in the morning taken with my humble photobooth on my macbook.

Alexander Mcqueen Scarf, Cotton On tank top, Ralph Lauren trousers.

Furtastic

2010-12-05T20:44:00.001-08:00

To all the Europeans freezing right now, THIS is how you do arctic winter proper.

Images: Style of a Fashionista

Topshop Knightsbridge Opening

2010-12-05T17:43:00.000-08:00

The largest Topshop/Topman store in Singapore is now OPEN at Knightsbridge! I attended the pre-opening party at the 3-storey store. Being there was a total sensual overload, with glittery party dresses everywhere, model-esque bartenders serving drinks, DJ Adam Ficek spinning the soundtracks to our night, and of course, fabulous people.

Doesn't he just look dandy?

What did I tell you about the bartenders?

The first and second storey is dedicated to womenswear, with Topshop's mainline, shoes, accessories, Topshop Unique and Topshop Boutique.

Below: DJ Adam Ficek

I first spotted her because I recognised her Alexander Wang shoes. Absoutely love her whole outfit!

Fa Fa Fast Fashion: Topshop

2010-12-01T09:58:00.000-08:00

I will be out and about at the Topshop/Topman opening party at Knightsbridge tomorrow! Wish me luck everyone!

Mondial: The Bangring Collection

2010-12-01T08:56:00.000-08:00

I was invited to Mondial to witness their Bangring collection, the World's first matched series of 53 glamorous bangles and rings.

Piaget Party at Capella Sentosa

2010-11-22T06:38:00.000-08:00

Piaget held a party at the new and incredibly lush hotel, Capella, Sentosa. Gorgeous surroundings, lovely people, Moet & Chandon Champagne and incredibly expensive jewelery (with the most expensive being a necklace worth a said 1.2 Million Dollars), made up for an amazing party.