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Preppy Tweed

September 23, 2012 by Regina Chow 2 Comments

The word tweed usually conjures images of highly coveted Chanel jacket suits, which look terrific for work but are more often than not, too formal for a casual day out.

This Liz Lisa dress (again, thanks to Karen!)
is the antithesis of the Chanel style. In fact, the tweed skirt with
lace trimmings, topped with a cute red scarf tie, makes this dress the
epitome of preppy chic.

We had just gone to the Glebe flea market, where JW snagged a vintage baseball jacket. I thought it matched my outfit that day and hence immediately claimed ownership of it. Funnily enough, the jacket transformed my outfit into what looks like a school uniform.

I’ve been living out of the same suitcase for a while now, so you can only imagine how thankful I am when friends contribute to my dwindling wardrobe! Which reminds me..I need to do a massive spring cleaning when I get back to Singapore. That way, I can share the love with friends too!

I also need to stock up on basics like white t-shirts, tanks and camisoles. Like how one of my readers, espenine, aptly pointed out, I’m always in girly, lacy, feminine clothes. LOL her comment totally cracked me up. It also dawned on me that I actually don’t own many basic tops. It’s probably about time that I incorporate some of these in my wardrobe, especially since they go well with practically everything.

If you’ve suggestions on where I can get good quality basic tops, please do share them with me! 😀

Meanwhile, have a great Sunday ahead! I’ll be off to Hunter Valley tomorrow and I’m looking forward to a relaxing day with wine and cheese. 😉

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50 shades (or more) of Grey

September 6, 2012 by Regina Chow 2 Comments

It has always been my wish to simplify my life, especially in a complex world like ours. We’ve always been told to just focus on our priorities and what truly matters to us, like our family, our hobbies and our careers. Sounds simple enough, but as long as people and feelings are involved, complexities are bound to set in.

Life is never just made up of two clearly defined shades of white and black. There are 50 shades of grey (nope, no sexual stuff here), or perhaps more.

Different people have different perceptions and expectations of the same situation, and this is usually shaped by the life experiences that each individual has gone through as well as the level of maturity and situational awareness that each individual possesses.

A case of misunderstanding recently has led me to deeply realize how our actions are closely intertwined with our perceptions. Misunderstandings occur when the same action is perceived differently by two people. For instance, you may perceive your own actions as just acts of friendliness, but others could have a different take and mistake your actions for something more than that. And if you lack situational awareness, your actions will continue to perpetuate the misunderstanding and it all becomes a vicious cycle.

I guess it’s the same with blogging.

I blog because I love writing and photography (I usually take photos without me in them. Those with me in them are taken by JW). The focus of my blog is on fashion (sometimes beauty too), food and travel because these are areas that family and friends usually ask me about and I’m passionate about these things. I think these are also topics that people can generally relate to on a daily basis.

When I share my clothes, bags, shopping hauls and travels on such a public platform, there are bound to be detractors who feel that it is distasteful or attention-seeking to do so. I can’t stop people from thinking the way that they want to because again, their perceptions are molded by their life experiences and upbringing. Perceptions can only be changed, be it for the better or worse, when you truly get to know a person on a deeper, more intimate level, but that is not possible with blogs as blogs only portray one dimension of the person. If my actions perpetuate any misunderstanding that you have of me, I’m sorry but there’s little I can do. I don’t aim to please anyone, except myself and the people I care about. 🙂

On a lighter and entirely separate note, my outfit in this post is largely sponsored by my two lovely girlfriends, Karen and Sushi. Karen lent me her coat (which goes with just about anything!) and Sushi gave me a pair of Liz Lisa shorts as a gift. I absolutely adore the pearls and lace on the shorts. Love these 2 girls!!

Before I end off, I thought I’ll just share this meaningful quote with everyone:

“Live life to express, not impress. Don’t strive to make your presence noticed, just make your absence felt.”

That’s the easiest way to feel happy, isn’t it? 😉

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Spring in my step

September 4, 2012 by Regina Chow 3 Comments

Maybe it’s the cascading layers of frills, the flouncy sleeves, or even the colour, but the first thought that came to mind when I saw this dress was Marie Antoinette, the iconic Queen of France and also the last Queen before the French Revolution took place.

If this dress was longer, it could probably pass off as one of the blue cupcakes gowns that she often wore in Versailles, but that would also make me look like a clown. Haha.

I love Japanese fashion labels and it’s interesting how Japanese fashion seems to draw more attention here as well as in other western countries because the female population tends to favour styles that are chic and edgy or casual and laid-back, rather than sweet and feminine.

Anyway, I’m in better spirits now because September spells the start of Spring! It’s getting much warmer in the day, which means these pretty Japanese dresses can finally see the light of day without having to hide under my thick jackets and coats. September is also a great month because I’ll be off to Melbourne and Hunter Valley! We haven’t got that much time left in Australia, so I hope we’ll be able to cover as many attractions as we possibly can before we return to our crazy lives in Singapore. 😉

Dress from Snidel
Hair accessory from Alannah Hill
Lace leggings from Rubi

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Bohemian White

August 27, 2012 by Regina Chow 3 Comments

I know this space of mine has been rather quiet recently and I am so sorry for the lack of updates. Karen came over to Sydney during the recent Hari Raya weekend and we were too busy having a ball of a time. She came all the way to lend me support in some family matters.

Sushi was supposed to come over too but she eventually couldn’t as there was no one around to look after precious Leo. Nonetheless, she was always around to provide a listening ear. Both of them have made a significant difference to almost every aspect of my life (including my wardrobe) and I am truly blessed to have them in my life!

My sweetest friends know that vanity is perhaps my greatest downfall, hence they brought over some clothes and shoes to tide me through the seasons.

In this post, I wore a Liz Lisa dress given to me by Karen. It’s thick and warm, perfect for the current weather. The best part is, I can wear this out on its own without having to put on a coat or add on layers.

I had some time before leaving my apartment that day, so I decided on a fancier hairdo in an attempt to achieve the boho chic look. I did a hair twist with my fringe, pinned it to the side and added a thin french braid on each side to complete the look.

The floral headband from ClubCouture was the icing on the cake. It is so delicate and feminine, I absolutely couldn’t resist putting it on.

I like the recent batch of accessories brought in by ClubCouture. One of them is the flutter ring in pink, which goes really well with this ensemble.

The dress also comes with a detachable bow that can be either pinned to the front or the back. I chose the back this time as I wanted to keep the look simple.

I met my aunt for dinner at Marigold that day and she commented that I looked like Pocahontas. LOL.

Hm..I guess there is some resemblance after all, especially the hair.

I’ll be back with more updates soon, but meanwhile, have a great week ahead!!

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ClubCouture: Philippa Dress

August 22, 2012 by Regina Chow No Comments

I received the Philippa Dress in pink from ClubCouture recently. Spring is just around the corner in Sydney and temperatures have been on the rise recently, so this pretty little number came just in time!

It was still slightly chilly when I wore this tube dress out (thanks to the strong winds) so I decided to pair it with my trusty Zara blazer. The look that I came up with is more formal and work appropriate, but if you’re going for a more casual, weekend look, just wear the dress on its own or match it with a cute little cardigan and you’ll be all ready for tea with the girls.

To complete the look, I added on floral accessories in similar shades. The ring is from Forever21 and the necklace is from Accessorize.

I especially adore how the dress eventually graduates into a charming floral skirt. The contrast between the pink cotton bodice and chiffon floral material further enhances the femininity of the design.

The Philippa dress comes in white too!

Check out the new arrivals at ClubCouture now. 🙂

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Parks & Swings

August 10, 2012 by Regina Chow 2 Comments

There is something special about parks that draws me to them. The luscious greenery and blossoming flowers, coupled with azure blue skies and the sound of birds chirping, provide a tranquil environment for chilling out after a long day.

When a park comes equipped with swings, it’s even better. The adrenalin rush from swinging your legs in the air never fails to put a smile on anyone’s face and always seems to be the panacea for all worries and troubles. Spending a day in the park always makes me feel happier!

Now, let’s move on to my outfit for the day. Other than pastels, I’ve always loved neutral shades for their versatility. These colours exude a quiet elegance and femininity without being over the top. The muted shades also mean that the more focus is placed on the design and texture of the material used.

Korean textured chiffon top from Far East Plaza
Tweed Jacket from Great World City
Cap from Forever New
Ring from Accesorize

Here’s wishing everyone a great weekend ahead!

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Powder Pink and Rosettes

August 1, 2012 by Regina Chow No Comments

Pastel and neon hues are the most trendy colours this season. Unlike neon, which is best worn as an accent colour (or you’ll risk being an eyesore literally), I like how pastels can be worn from head to toe.

If you’re interested, click on the posts below to see how I’ve worn pastels previously:

Sorbet Colours

Floral Denim

Colour Blocking with Pastel and Candy Colours

In this post, my top and jeans are in the sweetest shades of pastel pink, but I also decided to add a dash of nude hues to balance out the colour tones as well as to ensure that I don’t end up looking like pink panther!

Hat from Forever New
Pastel pink jeans from Mango
Korean pink sweater from Yuan, Far East Plaza
Rosette jacket from Hong Kong
Accessories from Chanel and Diva
Idylle Speedy from Louis Vuitton

You’ve probably seen most of the items in this outfit, largely because my luggage space was limited and I honestly don’t own that many long sleeve tops and jeans to ride out winter. It is quite a challenge to rework the same pieces to create different looks, but I must say it is pretty fun too.

The only new item that I’ve incorporated in this ensemble is my rosette jacket which I bought from Hong Kong last October, but never found the opportunity to wear it in Singapore’s humid weather.

I like how the chiffon polyester material and pop-up rosettes add interest as well as a touch of vintage girly glamour to the outfit.

Hope you like this outfit as much as I do!

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Sorbet Colours

July 22, 2012 by Regina Chow 2 Comments

Don’t you love sorbet colours? I’ve always loved these sweet pastel hues and I’m sure it doesn’t come as a surprise to many that my wardrobe was filled with apparel in feminine candy shades long before they became such a huge fashion trend today.

In the past, you’ll only find tulle skirts or poufy girly dresses in pastel colours, but thanks to the current trend now, I can easily find basic tops, jackets and jeans in the same colours too!

If this diabetes-inducing palette is a tad too sugary sweet for your liking, you can always par down the sweetness and go for a more clean-cut style by matching a basic top with jeans and a crisp jacket before topping it off with a dose of playful accessories. I like this look because I can choose to wear it to office on dress-down Fridays or just a casual day out with friends!

The sharp, tailored silhouette of this mint green blazer from Zara caught my attention instantly. It’s one of my favourite blazers now because it goes with virtually everything in my wardrobe.

Mint green blazer from Zara
Pink jeans from Mango
Baby blue sweater from Cocolatte
Necklace and arm candies from Diva
Earrings from Chanel

I got this pair of pastel pink jeans from Mango while shopping with my mum. I wasn’t sure if I should get it then, but my mum convinced me that it was a great buy. Looks like mum certainly knows best!

It has been a while since I last shopped with my mum, so I’m really looking forward to our next shopping spree when I get back to Singapore. 😉

Here’re my favourite accessories at the moment. I know, even I am sick of seeing them on my blog. Haha.

Finally, Chanel studs, otherwise known as every woman’s best friend, simply because they go with just about everything.

Have a great week ahead guys!

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Composure and Composition

July 19, 2012 by Regina Chow No Comments

I love the final set of photos taken by KC from Tinydot Photography (Click here for the Facebook page). The mood of these photos evoke a calm, contemplative vibe, which is very reflective of my personality.

It’s incredible how KC has the ability to not just frame a picture, but also capture your personality and emotions on film with such impeccable ease.That’s the trademark of a seasoned photographer with an acute sense of what makes a picture perfect while keeping it real.

Everyone, even the people closest to me, has the impression that nothing can rock my boat because I tend to be calm and composed, even in the most dire of situations. I guess that’s because my head usually rules my heart and when the worst happens, my immediate reaction is to rationalize and think about how to mitigate the negative factors.

If that doesn’t work, it always helps to have a positive attitude, and for this, I have JW to credit because he’s always full of positive energy and appreciative of the little things in life.

I always believe that life is too short to sweat the small stuff, so I try my best not to agonize over something that cannot be changed. That’s the easiest way to stay happy! 🙂

To view the previous series of photos by KC, click on the following links below:

A Walk Down Memory Lane

Vintage 60s &Tiny Dot Photography

The Art of Photography

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Cammeray & Dee Why Beach

July 17, 2012 by Regina Chow No Comments

I have said this umpteen times, but I really enjoy feasting in Sydney because the ingredients are as fresh as you can possibly get (especially seafood).

The plan for the day was to head to the beach and soak in the lovely sun, but before that, we swang by People Modern Cafe at Cammeray to fill our tummies with sumptuous teriyaki salmon. I wrote about this cafe previously when my aunt first brought us there. You can click here to read the post if you’re interested.

LOL doesn’t JW look like he wants to devour my share as well?

Before long, it was time to work off our lunch by taking a stroll along the beach. Sydney is famous for its numerous beaches, but thus far, I’ve only been to Manly and Bondi, which are the most touristy of them all.

This time, we decided to venture to Dee Why Beach instead.

The weather has been holding up pretty well these days and I don’t even have to wear a coat in the day! Erm, but I was a little overdressed for the beach as vanity got the better of me.

I bought this lace dress from Kitson in Tokyo a while back, but I haven’t worn it very much as it can be a tad too warm for our weather in Singapore. I adore it to bits though and I especially like the see-through lace sleeves.

My new pastel skull necklace from Diva. Diva has the most amazing accessories this season, and the best part is, they come in the prettiest pastel shades!

Most of my outfit shots are taken by JW, who just assumed the role of my photographer despite not having much of an interest in photography. To give credit to his fab skills, I got behind the camera this time and took his outfit shot for him! Haha. He’s quite a natural at posing, isn’t he?

I love that Dee Why Beach is less crowded and commercialized than Bondi and Manly. It’s also much quieter and more family oriented as we spotted some families bonding over sea sports and just basking in the welcoming warmth of the sun.

It didn’t take long before hunger pangs set in, so off we went in search of food. Yums! The potato wedges came with the most delicious sour cream and sweet chilli sauce. We literally gobbled up the whole bowl in record time.

I wasn’t kidding when I told you feasting is one of our favourite pastimes. Look how happy JW is!

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Preppy Tweed

50 shades (or more) of Grey

Spring in my step

Bohemian White

ClubCouture: Philippa Dress

Parks & Swings

Powder Pink and Rosettes

Sorbet Colours

Composure and Composition

Cammeray & Dee Why Beach

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