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Sprucing up the Bedroom with IKEA

May 28, 2012 by Regina Chow 3 Comments
Adding new accessories or redecorating your walls are the little things that can be done to spruce up your bedroom. In fact, giving your bedroom a fresh update has never been easier with IKEA. IKEA offers a wide selection of accessories to cater to different styles and needless to say, I’ve always been a huge fan. πŸ˜‰ My baroque-style bedside tables and cow hide rug were both from IKEA a few years back!

So, what did I do to revamp my room this time? First up, to add interest to an empty corner of the room, I decided to place an artificial potted plant that complements the wallpaper. That was when the FEJKA Artificial Potted Plant and SKURAR Plant Pot came in handy.

I generally favour darker colours and warm lights for my master bedroom as these elements create a romantic, tranquil ambience that is perfect for sleeping and relaxing. I don’t put much furniture in my bedroom except for the bare essentials i.e. bed frame and bedside tables. Instead, I believe in accessorizing for optimal results.


As you can see, the DROMLIK Scented Candles and DEKAD alarm clock are the perfect additions to my side tables, which were also from IKEA (bought them 3 years back!).

Adding new paintings or frames to your walls also helps to enhance the room’s ambience. I’ve been eyeing the UNG DRILL frame from IKEA for eons. Not only is it very affordable (only $39!), it looks great on its own and adds a luxurious vibe to any room, even more so if you are going for the baroque style of interior design.

I have an oil painting displayed right at the foot of my bed, and I always felt that the UNG Drill Frame deserved a place on the wall just next to my bed as that would complete the room. Instead of hanging the empty frame on its own, my brother and I got down to work on a picture collage comprising photographs of Paris in the early 1900s, taken by renowned photographer Brassai.

Customization always lends a touch of individuality and character to the room that you are designing. More importantly, it can be a lot of fun, especially when family and friends are around to help you out!

The bedroom is one place in your house where you can retreat to for some peace and quiet, so it’s definitely important to create an oasis of calm, a sanctuary where you can just kick off those heels and relax after a long day’s work.

You’ll be surprised to know that sprucing up your bedroom every now and then not only helps to give it a new lease of life, but it directly enhances your mood as well. So, head on down to IKEA now for more ideas and inspirations!
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Vintage 60s and Tinydot Photography

May 24, 2012 by Regina Chow 2 Comments

I did a fashion photoshoot with KC from Tinydot Photography last Sunday at Tiong Bahru. KC was my prewedding photographer. He did a magnificent job for our Macau shoot and I love his photos. It was definitely an honour to be able to work with such a talented photographer!

Although KC specializes in wedding photography, he was game to try something new this time and so was I. πŸ˜‰

The theme for the photoshoot was vintage 60s, which is pretty much my usual style of dressing. I did the make-up, styling and modelling while KC worked his magic with two film cameras. This is the first set of photos that were taken. No editing was done.

Mint lace top from H&M
Detachable pearl collar from Hong Kong
Pink floral tulle skirt from FEP
Nude Pumps from Zara
Candy striped socks from Topshop

I can’t begin to tell you how much I adore Tiong Bahru. I must have said it several times, but this quaint little neighbourhood has such a charming, old world charm and oodles of character.

I like the way the images are framed as well as how light is used to add that soft glow and old-school vibe to the photos.


I’ll be sharing more photos in time to come, so keep checking back!

For more of KC’s works, do visit Tinydot Photography’s website here. πŸ™‚

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Queen Elizabeth II Cup

May 13, 2012 by Regina Chow 1 Comment

As you would have read in my previous post, I was invited to the Queen Elizabeth II Cup at the Singapore Turf Club recently.

As with most races, especially overseas ones, attendees usually turn up dressed to the nines, topped with an elaborate headpiece or glamorous hat. It was such great fun catching up with Jessie from the Turf Club and of course Karen (whom I meet all the time) and Eunice. πŸ˜‰ Do you like our hats?


Here’s a close-up of my hat.:)

The event was held at the Marquee, where guests were treated to a sumptuous buffet fare and colourful cocktails.
Amidst food, flowing conversations and the races, new friendships were forged too. I was acquainted with Shun Jian, who owns personal development blog RichGrad.com. He only appeared in one group photo, because this nice, gentlemanly guy was helping me to take photos with everyone else. πŸ˜‰

I also caught up briefly with Sebastian and Xing, Karen’s friends whom I first met at a party at Lucky 13!


I was so glad to meet Irene, who blogs at Rene Memory List too. We first met at the Longines Singapore Gold Cup in November 2011. She’s such a sweet and friendly lady, you’ll feel completely at ease around her.

I invited my friend Stacie to the event too, and we had such a ball of a time. You know how girls are..all we do is chat non-stop!

With Karen, Benjamin of Chocolate Pistol fame and his friend. These two guys are some of the most stylish men I’ve seen around!


I was fortunate to be shortlisted for the Hats on Track Competition, where guests could vote for their favourite hat of the evening. From the pictures, you can see that I was surrounded by a bevy of tall Caucasian beauties. While I was proud to be one of the only two Asians in the competition, I couldn’t help but feel really short next to the towering ladies around me!

They are pretty gorgeous, aren’t they?


In case you were wondering, no, I didn’t win the competition. There were just so many immaculate ladies with outstandingly beautiful hats to choose from!

We also had the opportunity to take a tour around the turf club. That was when we witnessed the jockeys weighing themselves right after the race. They are so light, even with all the equipment! On a completely random note, JW and I always joke that he should become a jockey because he’s so incredibly light. πŸ˜›

We visited the Champage Room, which is where the prize-giving ceremony usually takes place. Check out the row of champagne bottles in small, medium and extra large sizes. Haha, this room certainly isn’t called the Champage Room for nothing.


Group shot with all the bloggers and guests at our two tables.


Finally, here’s my outfit for the evening. The dress was a Valentine’s gift from JW a while back. This alluring beauty hails from Dustbunny Vintage. I’ve been patronizing Pia’s shop since years ago and I adore her exclusive selection of unique cocktail dresses.

For those of you who are interested in horses, racing, and horse-racing, you may want to head down to Nex, B2 Level today. The Singapore Racing Festival is now on and you’ll get to meet the beautiful Turf Belles, Singapore Turf Club’s very own ambassadors!

Radio DJ Lin Pei Fen will also be there at the roadshow, which takes place from 11am to 9pm today. Head on down if you’re free!
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ClubCouture Leah Printed Dress in Navy

May 12, 2012 by Regina Chow No Comments

I just received this gorgeous Leah Printed Dress from ClubCouture recently. I really love the adorable deer prints, which adds interest to this casual piece.

I also like the slightly asymmetrical hem of the skirt, which is absolutely beautiful when it is caught in the breeze. It’s perfect for afternoon picnics or high-tea with your friends. If you want to dress it up, put on a pair of sexy stilettos and it’ll be instantly transformed!

Hermes Birkin Bag
Nude pumps from Zara

Click here to like this look on Lookbook

Oh and did you know that ClubCouture has collars now? πŸ˜€ Check them out here now!!

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Spring Pastels: Club Couture Vera Pastel Dress

April 17, 2012 by Regina Chow 2 Comments
The ubiquitous influence of pastel colours has taken everyone by storm this season. I’m head over heels in love with the prettiest shades of mint, light pink, light yellow and baby blue.

It’s easy to see why I was so taken by Club Couture’s Vera Pastel Dress . The shade of pastel pink evokes a soft, dreamy, vintage vibe while the asymmetrical hem adds a touch of edginess and spunk, making the dress even more unique than it already is.

The wind was in my favour when I took this set of photos, without which we wouldn’t have been able to capture the dramatic effect of the chiffon skirt fluttering in the wind. Seriously, what’s there not to love about this dress?

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DressAffection: 50% off Everything (sale ends today!)

April 14, 2012 by Regina Chow 4 Comments

Those of you who drop by my humble blog will know that I am full of praise for DressAffection’s excellent workmanship and exclusivity.

Take this black polka dot dress from Ju (Hong Kong designer) for instance. Polka dots and ruffle sleeves lend a touch of femininity to this lovely number. It also comes with an inner black slip (very good quality) which is great for pairing with other sheer dresses in your wardrobe too.

I especially like how DressAffection’s dresses are always of a modest length and work appropriate. It’s up to you to dress it up or down depending on the occasion!

Now, for the most important piece of good news!

Did you know that Dress Affection is having 50 percent off everything and the sale ends today?

Key in the code “GET50” upon checkout. πŸ˜‰ Yay to savings and new designer/cut-label clothes!

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ClubCouture: Pleated Skirts

April 10, 2012 by Regina Chow 2 Comments

The moment I saw this black pleated skirt on ClubCouture, I knew I had to get it, simply because it is so difficult to find black pleated skirts with good workmanship at reasonable prices.

Quality pleated skirts are usually slightly heavy with evenly distributed pleats of uniform thickness. Unlike the usual cheap flimsy elastic band around the waist, this skirt also comes with a thick, sturdy elastic band which wouldn’t lose its shape over time. Now you know why this well-made baby is one of my wardrobe staples!


In this set of photos, I wore it slightly high-waisted by holding it up with a belt. You can wear it as it is on your waist for a more formal corporate look too. Killing two birds with one stone has never been easier. πŸ˜‰

Pleated skirt from ClubCouture
Nude pumps from Ferragamo
Gold socks from Asos.com
Top from Far East Plaza
Bag from Drip Drops

ClubCouture is now having an Easter sale!
Just key in BUNNY100 upon checkout for 15% off.
Time to go shopping ladies!

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Sponsored Review: Blackmores Radiance Skin Supplement

April 6, 2012 by Regina Chow No Comments
Blackmores held a bloggers event at Cookyn Inc in mid March to celebrate the launch of Blackmores Radiance, their new skincare supplement, but I couldn’t attend as I was in Sydney then.

It was a pity but they were kind enough to sponsor 2 packs of Blackmores Radiance for me to try out when I got back to Singapore. I’ve to thank Karen for passing the goodie bag to me! The supplement came together with a pillbox and a nail buffer. How very thoughtful. πŸ™‚


Now, did you know that skin ageing happens from inside out? That’s pretty scary, because it means that creams, sunblock and facial treatments alone are insufficient to delay the effects of ageing!

Well, that’s where Blackmores Radiance comes to the rescue! Rich in marine collagen and antioxidants, Blackmores Radiance’s 24-hour anti-ageing formula works around the clock to ensure that your skin looks healthy and radiant all the time.

Each pack comes with capsules for both day and night use. The ingredients for the day and night capsules are different, so you can take both capsules together to save time. It’s great for busy ladies who are constantly on the go, juggling between work, family and friends.

When both day and night capsules are taken in combination, Blackmores Radiance will:

  • Reduce fine lines/wrinkles and tighten pores
  • Decease premature ageing effects of sun damage
  • Visibly reduce uneven pigmentation and skin tone after 12 weeks
  • Increase skin moisture and hydration
  • Enhance skin elasticity
  • Maintain integrity and structure of the skin
  • Assist with collagen production, skin regeneration and renewal
I started taking the supplement just two weeks ago and already, my friends have commented that my skin is glowing! I also feel that my skin feels more supple and my cheeks have a natural flush even when I don’t have any blusher on.

I have been leading a very hectic lifestyle since I got back to Singapore, with barely 6 hours of sleep everyday and I don’t use much make-up on my face (I only use eye makeup and a touch of blusher), so Blackmores Radiance has got to be the only reason why my skin is looking good!


Originally, I intended to blog about Blackmores Radiance only after finishing both packs, but the effects after 2 weeks and comments from friends made me so excited, I thought I should quickly share this information with my readers so all you lovely ladies can go get this fabulous skin-loving supplement for yourself too!


For those of you who are inerested, it retails at S$123 for a box of 56 capsules (28 day and 28 night) and is available at all leading pharmacies.

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DressAffection

March 30, 2012 by Regina Chow No Comments

DressAffection is one of the few online retailers around that offers apparel from established designer labels as well as up and coming new designers from Asia. Unparalleled quality and workmanship are key characteristics present in every new collection. The best part is, each design comes in limited quantities to ensure exclusivity, so you’ll never be caught dead in the same dress as someone else!

This lovely Black & Orange Pleated Dress sports a classic design in bold contrasting colours by Hong Kong designer Ju’s. You may not be able to tell from the pictures, but the quality of the material is absolutely superb!

The cut may look simple but the expert tailoring is the reason behind the evenly distributed pleats (extremely difficult to come by these days) and cascading flared skirt, which falls gradually before it opens up like a blooming flower, enveloping the female silhouette in a graceful manner.


I received nothing but praises when I wore this beauty out in Sydney. Great minds think alike, which explains why it’s currently sold out! Fret not though, for you can always click on the “bring it back” button to add it to your wishlist. πŸ˜‰


Head on down to DressAffection today for more fantastic buys!

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Curly Twirly Dress by DOT

March 25, 2012 by Regina Chow No Comments
Chase those Sunday or Monday blues away and get a little pick-me-up with DOT! After all, a little retail therapy could well be the antidote for any negativity that comes your way. πŸ˜‰

I love dresses that can take me from work to play and the Curly Twirly Dress is just perfect. The sweet ruffles that adorn the neckline, coupled with the subtle pleat details, lend an air of femininity and grace to this breezy little dress.

I especially like the modest length and the simplicity of the design as this can only mean that the styling options are endless.

Throw on a jacket to transform it into a work-appropriate dress or let your creative juices flow by adding a quirky accessory or two for the weekend!

The Curly Twirly dress comes with a sash too, but you can always use your own belt to add variety and interest. Another accessory that I’m absolutely crazy about is socks, so this time, I threw on a pair of white lace socks for a more girl-next-door look. πŸ˜‰


Curly Twirly Dress from DOT
Vintage belt from my mum’s closet (yes, literally)
Lace socks from Paddy’s Market (Sydney)
Nude pumps from Salvatore Ferragamo

For updates on DOT’s new arrivals, LIKE their Facebook page here!

Happy shopping dearies! πŸ™‚

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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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