My Dream Wardrobe is a newly launched online one-stop portal for all your luxury needs. With a plethora of pre-owned and brand new luxury products across all categories and highly coveted designer brands such as Hermes, Chanel, Louis Vuitton and Prada, it has everything you need to complete your dream wardrobe!

What is interesting about this new portal is that it caters to both
buyers and sellers alike, hence resellers or individuals like you and me
are welcome to advertise our pre-owned and brand new luxury goods for sale too! 

My Dream Wardrobe possesses an expanding stable of both pre-owned and brand new luxury goods, with new items being added everyday. You can buy or sell anything and everything ranging from bags, accessories, small leather goods, apparel and even watches! 

 Honestly, it is quite the wonderland for luxury goods aficionados. I was especially tempted by the dazzling array of designer bags in a gamut of brands, styles, shapes and textures. Choosing the perfect bag takes time. After all, a bag is not just a place for storing your belongings. It is a extension of yourself, which defines your personal style. With My Dream Wardrobe, one click is all it takes to revel in your favourite designer labels and purchase the latest IT bag!
 

 

How does My Dream Wardrobe compare against similar luxury online portals or stores that offer used and brand new luxury goods? In my opinion, here are some of its unique selling points that set it apart from its competitors in the market:

Benefits for both Buyers & Sellers

1) My Dream Wardrobe was developed by Mari-Ads Pte Ltd, an established advertising company based in Singapore, which lends credibility to the set-up.

Benefits for Buyers

1) It is the only portal in Singapore that verifies the mobile numbers and email addresses of advertisers. Buyers can be assured that the sellers advertising on My Dream Wardrobe are 100% genuine.

 2) Unlike many portals, My Dream Wardrobe charges sellers a fee for advertising with them to weed out insincere buyers and spam. 

Benefits for Individual Sellers

Merchants selling pre-owned and brand new luxury products can benefit from My Dream Wardrobe as it provides an additional platform for advertising your products and can complement your existing marketing strategies.  

What about individual sellers like you and me? With the rise of instagram and online resellers in the market which are fast gaining popularity with individuals sellers for listing both used and luxury goods, what is it that My Dream Wardrobe offers that gives it a competitive edge? 

Well, here’s the deal:

1) The contact verification system offered by My Dream Wardrobe gives buyers the assurance and confidence to make purchases.

2)  The search function on My Dream Wardrobe allows buyers to zoom into a specific brand or product, without them having to waste time scrolling through pages after pages of products that may not be of any interest to them. Buyers can immediately find the products of their desire at their fingertips, which increases the probability of purchase. 

On the contrary, one of the pitfalls of advertising with instagram resellers is that the multitude of items posted daily may result in your item getting lost in a sea of other products on sale. The lack of a search function on instagram also means that more often than not, you have to leave everything to chance.
 
3) More importantly, the advertising charges are very reasonable compared to most instagram resellers which charge anything from S$5 – S$50 per listing. 

Each advertisement on My Dream Wardrobe costs just $3 for 8 weeks!  This is a special promotional price offered by My Dream Wardrobe in line with the soft launch of its new website and each advertisement is slated to be priced in the region of S$10-S$15 after the official launch, so be sure to take advantage of the deal while it lasts!

If you are interested in posting an advertisement, here are 3 easy steps to go about doing it. 

I have also posted the steps below for your easy reference:

I am sure many of us
have pre-loved or brand new luxury goods that have not seen the light of
day in a while. Well, maybe it is time to give your bags, watches or
apparel a new lease of life by putting them up for sale on My Dream Wardrobe! 

Now
that you have more space in your wardrobe, you can also take the
opportunity to kill two birds with one stone and take a peek at what
else is available for sale at My Dream Wardrobe. Make room for a new
bag, watch, or accessory of your choice to achieve the wardrobe of your
dreams! 

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In line with the launch of its new website and the upcoming festive season, My Dream Wardrobe has launched not one, but two Facebook contests, where you’ll stand to win amazing prizes!

Here are more details about both contests:

 1) My Dream Wardrobe Facebook Contest – Win a Staycation at One15 Marina Club!

Treat yourself to a luxurious 2d1n staycation at Asia’s finest Marina and Leisure hub, ONE15 Marina Club!

Click here to participate in My Dream Wardrobe’s Like & Share Facebook Contest to Win a 2D1N Staycation at One15 Marina Club!

Step 1 – Like My Dream Wardrobe on Facebook.

Step 2 – Like + Share the post on your Facebook wall with the comment: “I like My Dream Wardrobe because (share with them your reasons here)!”

Winner will be announced and notified via Facebook on 15th December 2013, Sunday, at 3pm.

Details of Staycation:

– Check-in Date: 28th December 2013
– Complimentary Continental breakfast buffet for 2pax

Contest is for 21 years of age and older only.

2) My Dream Wardrobe Christmas Giveaway!

Click here to participate in My Dream Wardrobe’s Like & Share Christmas Giveaway to Win a 45 min Bamboo Rolling Massage by Beyond Beauty!

Step 1 – Like My Dream Wardrobe on Facebook.

Step 2
– Share the post on your Facebook and Tag at least 5 friends.

10 Lucky Winners will be announced and notified via Facebook on 25th December 2013!

Good luck to everyone!

Did you know that Couponicious.sg can help you to get the best deals when you shop online? 

Coupon and discount codes are the easiest ways to secure the best bargains online, but where and how to find these codes is a challenge, even to avid shoppers like myself. Thankfully, that’s where Couponicious.sg comes in to save the day! 

Couponicious.sg is a one-stop portal that consolidates the latest coupon codes, voucher codes, discount codes, promotions and discounts, sale events and credit card offers in Singapore. 

All you have to do is search for the relevant coupon/promo code at Couponicious and key in the code upon checkout at the online store and voila, you’ll receive instant savings on your purchase! You can also click here for a step-by-step guide on how it works.

  Seriously, why pay full price for an item or service when a click of a button is all it takes for cost savings to materialize? With Couponicious.sg, the best deals are at your fingertips. Whether you are thinking of doing grocery shopping online, buying flowers for your loved ones, indulging in a shopping spree or pampering yourself with an overseas vacation, there’s bound to be a discount code or promotion that you can take advantage of at Couponicious.sg!

 

Most importantly, Couponicious.sg is a breeze to navigate. You can easily browse through the range of coupons and promotions available by clicking on either one of the tabs listed on the main page: 

1) Categories

2) Stores

3) Popular Coupons

4) Popular Categories

 

If you know exactly what you’re looking for, you can also use the search tab at the right hand corner of the website to save time! Afraid that you’ll miss out on the best deals? Just key in your e-mail address on the main page and Couponicious.sg will send those codes to your mailbox. How convenient! 😉

The
thoughtful team at Couponicious.sg also ensures that all the codes have
been painstakingly verified to save you from any disappointment. How incredibly awesome is that?

To give you a better idea of the types of stores where you can use Couponicious.sg’s discount codes, I have also compiled a list of the stores that I personally would love to patronize:

For Fashion Apparel & Footwear, check out Zalora’s 15% discount for November 2013

For Grocery Shopping, check out Redmart’s 10% Discount! 

For Overseas Vacations & Holidays, click on the following links: 

 Zuji: 12% offer till 31 Dec 2013

Hotels.com: 10% off coupon till 31 Dec 2013

Expedia: 10% off with Mastercard till 16 Sep 2014

 To send flowers, gifts or hampers to your loved ones, check out Far East Flora’s 10% discount and Christmas promotions!

It’s amazing how Couponicious.sg makes sure that there’s something for everyone. Before you embark on your next online shopping spree, remember to head on down to Couponicious.sg for the best deals in town! 

You’ll be pleasantly surprised by how much more you can save!

Shopping in Seoul is a fantastic experience, to say the least. Korean beauty brands and the latest K-pop streetwear can be found in every nook and cranny at affordable prices. If you are thinking of emulating your favourite K-pop idols’ fashion sense, you definitely ought to shop in Seoul! 

1) Myeongdong

Shopping in Seoul inevitably conjures up images of Korean beauty brands such as Laneige, The Face Shop, Etude House, Innisfree, and my favourite Nature Republic (love their aloe vera gel!), among others. While most of these brands can be easily found in Singapore, there’s something different about these shops in Korea that makes the shopping experience more appealing to shopaholics like me!

If you’re looking for beauty products, Myeongdong is the place to go!

My most recent trip to Seoul was in July this year, together with Alvin and Grace to catch the Asian Premiere of Wolverine. Grace and I stayed at Skypark Myeongdong, an excellent hotel right smack in the heart of Myeongdong. The minute we stepped out of our hotel, we could see Innisfree across the road and a myriad of other beauty brands just a stone’s throw away.

The exciting part about shopping for beauty products in Seoul is that every shopper is entitled to freebies! The sales assistants hand out free masks or product samples the minute you step into the shop, before any purchase is made. Everyday without fail, Grace and I would receive a handful of beauty products free-of-charge.

Now, I’m going to share with you an important shopping tip to ensure that you secure the best buys. All the beauty brands have at least 2-3 branches in Myeongdong but the items on promotion may vary from branch to branch. So, remember to check out at least 2 branches first before making a purchase! 

Just to give you an example, the Innisfree branch directly opposite Skypark Myeongdong offers hotel guests an additional 10% discount. Some of the sheet masks were also on sale when I was there in July, but we soon realized that the other Innisfree branches were selling the masks at full-price.

   2) Express Bus Terminal Underground Shopping Mall

 

Seoul’s Express Bus Terminal is a subway station that houses a huge underground shopping mall lined with rows and rows of shops that seem to go on forever. You can reach this station via Line 3, Line 7 and Line 9. 

There are two levels of shopping here. The first level, which is where you will exit when you get out of the subway, is home to a variety of stores selling footwear, accessories and luggage bags.

Take a walk right to the end of the stretch and you will find stairs that lead down to the second level, or should I say basement. That’s when the real shopping begins!

As you can tell, local Koreans make up the bulk of the shopping crowd here. When it comes to shopping overseas, I am a firm believer of shopping at places that are popular with locals as the prices are less likely to be inflated and you’ll usually get better deals!

Over at the underground shopping mall, you’ll find many apparel shops with the latest Korean fashion on display. The trend now veers more towards edgier and funkier street wear, unlike in previous years when feminine dresses and lace tops were all the rage. 

The pricing is very reasonable as well. You can even get tops and dresses for as low as S$5. Honestly, all the best bargains can be found here. In fact, we visited Dongdaemun the next day, where we saw identical items at much higher prices!

Are there any other places that you would go for shopping? 

Do feel free to share them with me!

Read my other overseas shopping guides below:

1) Shopping in Taipei


2) Shopping in Hong Kong

3) Shopping in Hong Kong: Japanese Fashion Labels

4) Shopping in Hong Kong: Factory Outlets for Designer Goods

Don’t you just love the convenience of online shopping? Practically anything can be bought online these days, and eyewear is certainly no exception.  Glasses Online contacted me recently for a review and I was truly amazed by their wide range of eyewear, ranging from prescription eyeglasses, frames, contact lenses and branded sunglasses for both men and women. Glasses Online also offers free delivery and free 30 days return if you are not satisfied with your purchase.

I was tempted to try out the coloured contact lenses, but my high astigmatism forbids me to wear cosmetic contact lenses. Hence, I continued browsing through the site and that was when I came across Nunettes! Nunettes are graphic sunglasses that have been featured on fashion magazines such as Vogue and Marie Claire. You may also have spotted them on celebrities such as Lady Gaga, 50 cent and Rihanna.

I was immediately attracted to the J’adore Nunettes as it exudes versatility and sophistication with a touch of edginess. In case you were wondering, yes you can see perfectly well with these sunnies. It is similar to looking through perforated glasses that help to improve your eyesight.

Trendiness aside, choosing the right type of frames to suit your face shape can also enhance your overall appearance. Here’s a guide that the thoughtful team at Glasses Online came up with to help you choose the right glasses. 😉

All readers of Shopping Queen’s Haven will also be entitled to S$10 off purchases over S$50! 

All you have to do is to key in the code GOBLOG10 as stated below upon checkout.

Happy Shopping!

Time flies doesn’t it? We’re already heading into the month of November and in the blink of an eye, it’ll be time for Christmas (and my birthday in early December)! I love Christmas shopping as it is great to be able to share the spirit of giving with friends and family. However, I don’t enjoy squeezing and queuing with throngs of shoppers at the malls, hence in recent years, I’ve turned to online shopping instead. Shopping online is fuss-free and shipping is so fast these days, there’s really no reason to get out of the house!

It’s never too early to start shopping for Christmas and if you’re wondering how you can get started, Zalora is one shopping website that has some pretty good deals! 

 Here’s what I like about shopping at Zalora: 

1) Free shipping on orders above S$40 (a S$3.90 flat shipping rate applies for purchases below S$40) 

2) Zalora accepts cash on delivery so there’s no need to make payment upfront!
 

For more Christmas gift ideas, sign up for Zalora’s newsletter and you’ll receive a complimentary S$10 Voucher!

As the name suggests, there is an element of surprise as the items in each mystery bag are selected by ClubCouture. 

All you have to do is to select your size, add a mystery bag to your shopping cart and leave it to ClubCouture to deliver the goodies to your doorstep! 

Vanilla Mood Purity Lace Dress , previously featured in my blog post here.

 Tiffany Strapless Dress, previously featured in my blog post here.

ClubCouture’s Mystery Bags were launched just yesterday, but they’re selling out really fast, so if you haven’t already grabbed yours, be sure to do so now!

Mistress of Glam (MOG) is where creativity blossoms into exquisite works of art that exude individuality and where jewellery lovers revel in the fine craftsmanship that goes into each and every piece of jewellery.

 

Established in 2007 by owner and designer Queena, Mistress of Glam (MOG) remains a breath of fresh air in this day and age where mass production reigns. Unlike the typical run-off-the-mill jewellery stores, what Mistress of Glam offers is a specially curated collection of jewellery that is exclusively designed and handcrafted by the designer herself. 

Queena shortlisted some of her lovely jewellery for me to review and this necklace is one of the pieces that I selected. 

The intricate details and delicate composition of pearls, roses and crystals  exude a sense of femininity and grace, as well as a vintage charm that makes it the perfect accessory for accentuating soft, cascading dresses or jazzing up a plain neckline. The workmanship is fabulous and even my hubby, who usually does not pay much attention to what I wear, commented on how beautifully made the necklace is.

Necklace from Mistress of Glam (MOG)
Top from Korea
Skorts from Liz Lisa
Shoes from Pazzion
Bag from YSL

I love how every design at MOG is
inspired by gems, crystals and pearls, infused with a touch of vintage
glamour.  Feminine, stylish and glamourous, these are the very traits
that many ladies aspire to be associated with. 

And now, you can fulfill
these aspirations with their one-of-a-kind creations which
are handmade with love from quality materials that are either imported
or hand carried by the designer Queena when she travels abroad. Some of the materials, such as the beautiful clay flowers and owls, are also exclusive to MOG as they are painstakingly handmade by Queena’s equally talented sister. All the accessories that you see on MOG’s website are quality assured as they are made from 14K gold plated and rhodium plated materials which do not tarnish easily. 

  No outfit is complete without jewellery accents and customized jewellery that reflect your personality. Customized jewellery also make treasured keepsakes to commemorate special occasions. MOG provides jewellery customizations for weddings,
bridesmaids or even for yourself, so let Queena work her magic and add
that extra sparkle to any occasion!

  
Queena’s artistic flair is
evident from many of her signature pieces where vintage parts are
juxtaposed against semi-precious stones to retain an old world charm,
coupled with a contemporary twist. 

 Here are some other pieces that I personally adore:

Rings

Necklaces

Earrings

Bracelets

 Other
than jewellery, MOG also offers an exclusive selection of apparel that
are specially handpicked by Queena during her overseas trips. I love shorts sets which are so popular right now, hence no prizes for guessing what my favourite pick from MOG’s apparel collection would be. 

This Mint Martini shorts set is so chic yet whimsical! Complete the outfit with one of MOG’s quirky bracelets and you’ll look impeccable for afternoon tea or weekend brunch with the girls.

 If you prefer a more romantic look, the Black Romance Peplum Top would be perfect. The alluring peek-a-boo lace details and baroque motifs lend an air of mystery and elegance without compromising on femininity and versatility. You can pair this top with pants, shorts or even a pencil skirt to take you to work!

 

 Now, here’s the good news!

Mistress of Glam (MOG) is offering a discount to all my blog readers from now till 30 November 2013. All you have to do is type Regina08 upon checkout to receive an 8% discount off your total bill, applicable storewide (including the sale section) !

Free registered post is also provided storewide (including apparel and sale items), so head on down to Mistress of Glam (MOG) now for your dose of retail therapy!

  
I enjoy sharing my outfit posts regularly and today, the outfits that you see in this post are from a new online shop called OutfitOTD.  OutfitOTD stands for Outfit Of The Day, and as the name suggests, it aims to bring inspiration to to your daily outfit choices with quality, self-manufactured apparels.
 
I have a soft spot for cream lace dresses as they epitomize femininity in a subtle and elegant manner. The Grace Lace Overall Dress does just that and is extremely versatile too. I love its tailored shift silhouette, which offers a clean minimalist look that is perfect for work. You can also experiment with bold accessories to create an edgy yet stylish vibe, like what I did here with a floppy hat, striped persplex clutch and leopard print heels.

 Grace Lace Overall Dress from OutfitOTD

Made of thick, quality lace that is slightly stretchy, the dress accentuates the female silhouette and the cutting is very figure flattering. I particularly adore the slightly flared sleeves, which enhances the overall shape of the dress. Being able to perfect little details like that shows how much thought went into the design of this gorgeous number. 

This lovely dress also comes in 3 different sizes (S, M and L) and size S fits me perfectly.

 

I was very impressed with the workmanship of the dress as well. If you ask me, the quality rivals that of my favourite Japanese fashion labels. In fact, my hubby, who takes most of my outfit pictures, asked if this dress was from a Japanese label that I love!  Well, the good news is, you are able to get the same quality at just a fraction of the cost at OutfitOTD. 😉 

The Emma Embellishment Dress is another dress that I would recommend from OutfitOTD. A cascading chiffon dress with a sparkly gold embellished neckline, this dress has a flattering A-line cutting that conceals any figure flaws. 😉

This dress is made from smooth, quality chiffon and is lined with satin, similar to the material used to manufacture gowns. Again, the workmanship is wonderful and quality is assured. 

 Accessories were kept a a minimum for this look as I did not want to steal the limelight from the beautiful neckline. All I did was to throw on a red cuff to add some contrast.

In my opinion, the apparels from OutfitOTD are worthy investments as their excellent workmanship and classic designs will certainly stand the test of time.

 Zalora is bringing River Island back to Singapore! River Island is one of my favourite British high street fashion labels and I can still vividly remember how disappointed I was when they pulled out from Singapore in 2012. 

River Island is the epitome of quintessential high street fashion and is now available exclusively at Zalora. Rocking the fashion scene along with other popular high street fashion labels such as Topshop, Ms Selfridge and Dorothy Perkins since its launch in the late 1940s, River Island now has a massive following and counts celebrities like Rihana, Rita Ora and Frankie Sanford of British girl group The Saturdays among its fans.   

 River Island’s edgy-glam street style focuses on both staple and statement pieces that exhibit a bold forwardness without compromising on sophistication and style. Let your creative juices flow and punctuate your wardrobe with River Island’s gorgeous selection of stylish bags, show-stopping shoes, snazzy accessories and funky dresses! I personally adore the well-tailored cutting and workmanship of their apparel. I can finally bring the edgy side of me to work and yet still look polished and put together!

I am certain that many of you are just as excited as I am now that this well-loved brand has returned to our sunny island! Thanks to Zalora’s extensive Southeast Asian network, River Island’s outstanding designs will also be available in Malaysia and Hong Kong.

 

Now that River Island is just a click away, experimenting with fashion and achieving sartorial eloquence has never been easier. The inaugural collection on Zalora was officially launched on 13 September. 

Check it out HERE! 

Did I also mention that River Island has trendy outfits for guys too?

I don’t know about you, but I’m heading to Zalora for some retail therapy now! 😉

A lesser known
fact about Hong Kong is that it is also an excellent destination in Asia for
factory outlet shopping. Designer labels can be found in an obscure, unassuming
residential estate at Ap Lei Chau, which is located about 30 minutes
away from Central.

1) Prada & Miu Miu Outlet (Formerly known as Space)

When I first saw the Prada sign as the bus whizzed by, I could hardly believe my eyes. It is situated right in the middle of the heartlands amidst apartment blocks and among the throngs of tourists who flocked here in search of great bargains were residents of the estate going about their daily chores and grocery shopping, seemingly oblivious that their estate has since become a mini tourist attraction of sorts. The dichotomy was so strange and stark, it was actually rather amusing. 

That aside, the Prada outlet here looks every bit like its counterparts in the city, except that it houses past season Prada and Miu Miu bags, accessories, clothes and shoes. Sizes are limited and the selection can be a little hit and miss depending on your luck.

 Nonetheless, I managed to bag two pretty shoes from Miu Miu at about 50-70% off their original price. You might have seen them on my instagram some time in June and also in my recent outfit posts. 🙂

Address:
2/F Marina Square, East Commercial Block, South Horizons, Ap Lei Chau, Aberdeen, Hong Kong

 Directions:
Take a taxi from Central (about 15-20 minutes and costs about HKD$100)

or

Take Bus 590 from Exchange Square at Central or Bus 590A from Admiralty 


Map:

 

 

Press the bell when you see these building signs!  The journey takes about 30 minutes.
 

2) Horizon Plaza

Horizon Plaza is yet another inconspicuous building tucked away in Ap Lei Chau, but do not judge a book by its cover. Behind its nondescript facade lies a treasure trove of goodies waiting to be discovered! 

Photo Credits: Discoverhongkong.com

Horizon Plaza is home to 28 floors of furniture and luxury goods. Some of the more interesting shops here include:

i) Lane Crawford Fashion Warehouse (25th Floor)
This is great for shoe lovers as you will find heavily discounted Christian Louboutins and Sergio Rossi shoes here.

ii) Bluebell Fashion Warehouse (24th Floor)

If you like Jimmy Choos, you have to make a pit stop here. 😉

iii) Maxmara Fashion Group Warehouse (27th Floor)

Look out for Juicy Couture and Stella McCartney goodies!

Address:

2 Lee Wing Street, Ap Lei Chau, Hong Kong Island

Directions:

Take Bus 590 from Exchange Square in Central. Drop off at South Horizon and walk to Lee Wing
Street.

Map:

If you’re heading to Hong Kong any time soon, you know where to go for the best deals!

Meanwhile, have a great weekend ahead!

 For more on Shopping in Hong Kong, you may wish to read my previous blog posts:

1) Shopping in Hong Kong

2) Shopping in Hong Kong: Japanese Fashion Labels 

3) Shopping in Sheung Wan – Vintage Fashion, Antiques, Independent Fashion Labels