One Night in Bangkok

Finally getting round to uploading pictures from the many trips I’ve made in the past year (better late than never, k!). This was from a ‘girls only hen’s trip’ to a much-loved Singaporean destination – Bangkok! We got up to all kinds of crazy on this trip…am only sharing the ‘safe’ pictures! ;p

Room with a view.

Do the Bangkok cab squeeeeze. Tallest gets to sit in (leg-room) comfort up front! Heh.

Room with a view part two!

One apartment, six girls…mayhem! 

Costume party.

Costume party part two.

Photobomb the selca!

Caught in the act! 

She’s persistent. But so I am. Roped in the bride this time for extra power. The cracks are beginning to show in her resolve for the perfect selfie…

When you can’t beat ’em…

Met this doll at one of the Siam Square boutiques. Look at that face!

Toastie shopping break!

Another all-girls trip coming up – can’t wait!

Hair and Makeup Magic

Was clearing out my old Blackberry, and found a bunch of pictures I took that I never got around to sharing(!). This was at a shoot done over a year ago, one with a ‘Girl with the Dragon Tattoo’ theme. Even though I have done countless shoots over the years, it still amazes me the difference a change in hair and makeup can make. See for yourself!

(Mind all the terrible scars from a bad skating fall. =p Went over a rock or something, was sent flying and ended up with abrasions and injuries all over my body – and face as well!)

Alien part one.

Alien part two. Gotta love the graphic bob!

Transformations courtesy of the talented Larry Yeo (makeup) and Alvin Foh (hair). Thank you both! xx

Am seriously considering going all Hayley Williams again with the supershort bangs – what do you think?

Winter Wonderland (part two)

So while everyone in Singapore complains about the terrible haze (I admit I am no exception!) and increasing PSI readings, I think one way to deal with it is to imagine yourself in a land where the air is fresh and clean. I miss snowboarding! The pals are already in the midst of planning not one, but two trips – hopefully I will be able to join them then. For now, have to contend myself with pictures and memories. =)

I miss waking up to this view!

Soon!!

Utilitarian

What do you wear to work? I interned at a PR firm while I was studying at SMU, then went on to work in an advertising agency when I graduated, and while they were not the most corporate of jobs, nor did my bosses actually come right out to dictate what to wear, I felt there were still certain standards that had to be adhered to – denim cut-offs, for example, I think are inappropriate in most typical office settings!

These days though, my ‘work wear’ usually means something comfortable and practical, depending on what I have to get done for the day. I sometimes have to lug around a whole bunch of stuff, so while I prefer smaller bags, quite often I end up carrying bigger ones on crazy work days. Utilitarian doesn’t have to be boring though! I find that a good, flattering fit, the right accessories and a nice pair of shoes go a long way. (And yes, I deem denim cut-offs a ‘Do’!)

Let me know how you decide how to dress for work each day!

Jipaban white vest | Flea-found collared stud top | Ring & bangle from Jipaban | American Eagle Festival Shortie | Puma bag | Pull & Bear wedge booties | Omega watch | Ray-Ban Wayfarers |

Blue Suede Shoes

Elvis Presley is one of my heroes, and he obviously loved his shoes too! Ok I’m not actually certain he did, but I’m sure you’ve heard ‘Blue Suede Shoes’ – even if you’re not an Elvis fan. If you haven’t (horrors!) you can check out The King himself here.

So I have my own pair of blue suede shoes, and they are my current favourite because they may every outfit look better – even my old denim cut-offs!

maryjulian Xenox Print Shirt | American Eagle Festival Shortie | Necklace & armswag from Jipaban | Colour tip ankle strap suede heels from Jipaban | Chloe Sally bag | Ray-Ban sunnies | Rolex watch | 

Ms Singapore Universe 2013

My pageant days are long behind me, but I recently had the chance to meet the finalists of this year’s Ms Universe Singapore 2013 when I was asked to host an event.

They are a very pretty, friendly bunch of girls, and I had a lot of fun hosting this event – it definitely didn’t seem like work! So you can get to know them a little better, let me present the finalists one by one:

This is Clarabelle Ng. She is 21 years old and a radiographer who loves to read, paint and travel.

This is Jeanne Neo, 23. Jeanne is student who likes to hit the gym, and enjoys sports like volleyball running and swimming.

Cordelia Low, 24, is an events co-ordinator who loves dance, outdoor activities and extreme sports. 

Amanda Toh, 20,  is a student who loves to do yoga, cook and travel. 

At 23 years old, Rebecca Lee is a trainee lawyer who enjoys reading, dancing, singing, Muay Thai and playing badminton. 

Sung Miao Wen like to act, swim, sing, cycle and play golf. She is 20 and an undergraduate. 

Tinah Lee, 24 , is a business relationship manager whose passions are swimming and dancing the salsa. 

Shi Lim is a business executive who likes to dance, read, write, travel and play the cello. She is 24 years old. 

Angeline Soh is 24 and a customer service assistant who enjoys playing volleyball. 

Roxanne Zhang, 20, is a student who likes to dance, shop and go to the movies. 

Fleur Soong is a 25 year old relationship manager who enjoys running.  

Cheryl Desiree Chan is a 23 years old student, entrepreneur and DJ who likes cooking, singing and playing basketball. 

Jacqueline Kee is 25, and a Laselle – College of the Arts student who enjoys visiting art galleries, painting and photography.  

Cinny Chin, 22, is an undergraduate who enjoys dancing, baking and gymnastics.  

Jesslyn Tan is a 24 year old graduate who likes acting and modelling. 

And that makes 16 girls for this year’s Ms Universe Singapore 2013 finalists!

Who do you think will win? Your guess is as good as mine!

Finals on the 6th of July – watch this space to see which one of these lovelies will be crowned winner to represent Singapore on the international stage.

LolliPOP-UP: Jipaban x Blogger Bazaar party this Sunday!

So I’ve been really busy of late with maryjulian and Jipaban – all in the name of bringing you exciting things! First up – what are you doing this Sunday? We’re throwing a party at Zouk from 11am – 6pm, so come by with your friends and family and spend a fun day with me! =)

Jipaban will be popping up at Zouk for a blogger bazaar party this Sunday, 2nd of June 2013.

This LolliPOP-UP event will showcase an extensive range of carefully curated items from Jipaban’s e-commerce brands including women’s apparel & accessories, menswear, fiction and non-fiction books, DVDs and video games – all going at up to 80% off!

The bazaar will bring together the best of the blogosphere, with favourite fashion and lifestyle bloggers selling their pre-loved clothes and an array of beauty samples. Bloggers include Dawn Yang (clapbangkiss.xanga.com), Zoe Raymond (zoeraymond.com), Miss Universe 2011 Valerie Lim (dweam.com), Rachell Tan (rachelltan.com), Sophie Willocq (sophiewillocq.blogspot.sg), Jessica (tippytapp.blogspot.sg), beauty blogger Evonne (evonnz.com), menswear & lifestyle blogger Ben Toh (typicalben.blogspot.sg), and many more.

(You can read more about what Rachell, Jess and Ben have to say about the party as well!)

I’m also super excited to show off the Summer 2013 collection – there will be a very limited pre-sale of some of the items on Sunday, so be sure to check that out too! Here’s a sneak preview in the meantime!

Jipaban is collaborating with heaps of other cool people for the party— for coffee fanatics, there is Strangers’ Reunion; the amazing folks from The Ice Cream & Cookie Co. will be hawking their delicious ice-cream sandwiches; there’ll be makeover booth by ZA and Maybelline; and a fun photowall where shoppers can take snaps with their friends and favourite bloggers.

This is not your typical flea – it’s a fun Sunday out!

See you then! xx