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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.  πŸ™‚

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?  πŸ˜‰
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Dinner at Hide Yamamoto

May 6, 2012 by Regina Chow 2 Comments

We had dinner at Hide Yamamoto after visiting the exhibitions at MBS. The restaurant, owned by world-renowned Japanese born and Italian/French trained chef Yamamoto, was so popular, it was fully booked. We were left with the counter seats, but that also meant that that we got to see the food preparation process right before our eyes. It was quite an eye-opening experience watching the chefs work their culinary magic with deft hands.

We shared a plate of california maki and had a ramen each as we were eager to fill our tummies that evening after all the walking that we did. The ramen broth was rich and the ingredients were generously piled on top of the succulent noodles. I had the seafood ramen in a small portion and boy was I surprised when I saw the huge tiger prawn and a whole in-shell scallop topped with cheese. I feel hungry just thinking about it as the ingredients were very fresh. The quality and fragrance of the rice used in the california maki definitely surpassed that of other sushi joints too. I can’t wait to head back to try the other items on the menu!


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ArtScience Museum – Andy Warhol and Titanic Exhibitions

May 4, 2012 by Regina Chow No Comments
I’ve always wanted to visit the Art Science Museum but the visit never did materialize until recently because of my procrastination.  I have my brother and ex-colleagues to thank because their company gave me the impetus to finally make my way to the museum. πŸ˜‰ Well, to be honest, I have Andy Warhol to thank for that as well.
I love Andy Warhol’s pop art and this is the first time that such an extensive collection is exhibited on our sunny shores. With over 260 paintings, videos, sculptures and drawings spanning over 40 years from the 1940s to 1980s, the Andy Warhol 15 Minutes Eternal is a heaven for art enthusiasts as well as avid fans of the artist. Some of his most famous works include the Campbell Soup Cans and Marilyn Monroe. The exhibition ends on 12 Aug, so you still have plenty of time to check it out!
Andy Warhol was gay and somewhat eccentric (which artist isn’t, really?). His penchant for cross-dressing and horrific transformation in his later years proved a little too much for our innocent minds to handle, which sparked off a sudden spurt of craziness in us. That yellow mop on my brother’s head was one of Andy’s favourite wigs. He’s gotta be kidding right? 
Oh, and God knows what came over my brother at that moment too.
Before long, we decided it was time to take a break from all the insanity and move on to the Titanic Exhibition, which has since ended on 29th April.
 

For some strange reason, the Titanic exhibition was extremely popular among the visitors. A snaking queue formed right outside the entrance and extended all the way around the circumference of the floor that we were on. We got in only after half an hour or so.
The most interesting part of the exhibition, to me at least, was the mock-up of the first class cabins and the actual personal belongings of various passengers who were rescued or went missing when the ship sank, all of which told different stories and gave me deeper insights into what happened to each and every one of them on that fateful night. I know this sounds creepy, but I felt as if I was there with them.
Some original parts of the ship were salvaged and on display as well, so you could take a peek at what the Titanic was really like before devastation ensued. Aside from the crowd, I must say I enjoyed the tour very much. I like exhibitions that tell a story from a layman’s point of view, and the Titanic exhibition did just that.
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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. πŸ˜‰ Let me know!

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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.

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