Laid Back Boho

Maxi dress with draped pockets - ASOS | Bag - c/o Banana Taipei

Beanie - H&M | Feather necklace - c/o O'ORO | Oxford boots - Taobao

Photos by Nigel

Hello with a short outfit update! It's a known fact that I love a maxi dress for all occasions. I have contemplated for months before I finally purchased this khaki one from ASOS for S$70+, which I personally find quite expensive. But then, it's so worth it because it's just so comfortable, though the straps had to be altered shorter (so I'd suggest getting one size smaller). I'd say it was worth every cent. On days when I feel extra lazy to style my hair, I simply throw on a beanie and that's it. My friends also suggested that I should wear beanies more often because they make me look more girly. Is the side swept hair really that bad on me? What is your lazy day outfit?

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Origami

Sweater - ZARA | Beanie - H&M

Overlay shorts - c/o Dressabelle | Bracelet - Charles & Keith

Basic sandal heels - ZARA

Photos by Yun Jing

Origami bottoms are one of the biggest trends this year and I'm sure ninety percent of you have already seen someone wearing these somewhere. Since I am an active lookbook.nu user, my source of inspiration came from people who rocked the distinguished ZARA skort; appearing on every twenty people whom you scroll past the main feed. Well, what makes the skort so well-loved is its beautiful yet functional design. Mini skirts are nice but often impractical (to me), especially on windy days and if you have to take lots of stairs. Shorts on the other hand are comfortable but admit it, they can look sloppy. I believe firmly that it's always better to overdress than underdress, so somebody must have been a genius to invent a skort. Skorts are probably the second best invention for women after high heels. I like to wear mine with a chunky sweater because it complements the sleek design of the skort. Sneakers like converse or Suparga would go really nice with this outfit but I decided on heels so it's a little more dressy. The beanie was the last touch which toned down the 'seriousness' on the whole. A little unexpected accessory always make things more interesting!

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Slow Me Down

Thigh split maxi dress - H&M $19.90

I'm feeling pretty badass recently. My friend Vanessa asked me, "How would you describe your style?" I scratched my chin and answered, "As of today: I am rocking the I-just-crawled-out-of-a-garbage-truck look." That was the best I could describe with my limited vocabulary bank. Please excuse my unprofessionalism. 

Circle shades - Shanghai | Cross earrings - New Look

My friends and I went thrifting at New2U Thrift Store (read blog post) last week. When thrifting, always wear loose clothes because it's so much easier when you try on stuff in the fitting room. I scored a brand new Vera Moda blouse for $4 and a pair of high waisted carrot leg jeans for $2. I found Science Centre tickets in the jean's back pocket that was dated 2005! Considering how long those jeans existed, its quality was as good as new. My mom said the carrot jeans were very popular in the 80's and often came as a suit set. I personally think vintage jeans are very grungy and comfortable, looks great cuffed up. I plan to wear them with a belt since they're slightly loose.

Arrested! Necklace - c/o O'ORO

"But mama I'm in love with a criminal, and this type of love isn't rational, it's physical." Haha didn't realize the hand cuffs looked so 'wrong' until I received it, but I love it nonetheless. I personally love wearing silver accessories with all-black outfits because they stand out more. These miniature hand cuffs add a playful touch to any outfit, cause sometimes studs and skulls are just too much for daytime. I think they'll look really nice with a denim jacket and creepers too..very Harajuku!

Pascal boots - Dr Martens

MAC Matte Lipstick in Chili

Torte Café (pet friendly)

SCWO Building, 96 Waterloo Street S(187967)

+65 6571 0197

Grilled chicken thigh + baby potatoes + house salad ($10)

Anyway guys, I highly recommend this cafe to you! It's a small cafe located within the same building as New2U thrift store, which makes it perfect when you want to take a break between digging through racks of old clothes. Okay that's not the main point. The food was SO GOOD and most main courses are only $10. I tried their Baba fish - fish fillet with french fries and salad. Though fried, I never once felt it was too greasy or salty. Plus there's no service charge and GST. All seats are outdoors and you can bring your pets. However I wouldn't recommend the coffee...it felt average and slightly overpriced. But trust me, their main courses will impress you.

Photos by Joanne

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Baroque

Basic Flare Dress - c/o Dressabelle

As far as my style goes, I have never been minimalistic. For some reason the recent 'trend', be it on Instagram, Tumblr or interior design, seems to be that standardized minimal look. Perhaps it is an outlet for modern people to escape from a day's fussiness. The feeling of visioning nothing but emptiness is unexplainably pleasing. Yes I agree, but there is a fine line between minimalism and monotony. But maybe that's just not me. My personal space is far from sleek and minimal...or clean. In contrast, my visitors would see florals and customizations everywhere. I love details. The more the better! Details keep me curious and entertained. I prefer my outfit to be a artfully constructed, one which you can take time to appreciate its finest details.

Candy Kiss S/S 13' tote - c/o Banana Taipei

My eyes literally sparkled when I opened my parcel to reveal this adorable canvas bag. You heard me - cotton canvas! Banana Taipei believes that 'Good designs make life better'. *waves hands and nods* By adopting humorous ideas combined with creative thoughts, these stylish and eco-friendly bags make it difficult to not fall in love. I love how the iconic Celine Nano was cleverly imprinted onto a plain canvas. From a distance, people perceive it as the original but as you look closer, you'd realize the Banana tote is not what it seemed. See what I mean? It is in the details where you find surprises!

Baroque tights - Tutu Anna | Suede wedges - Brash from Payless

You see, the Little Black Dress (LBD) is overused in the fashion world. Something that was once seen classic is now boring to hear. When marketers come tell you, "You should get the LBD because it's classic and timeless!", ignore them. So what if it's classic? Does it benefit you appearance wise? The whole point of getting a LBD is that it should go with 90% of your wardrobe. There is so much more to just wearing it alone! So before you purchase anything, think of at least three outfits you can put together with a LBD - for work, weekends and fancy events.

Chunky necklace - Platinum Mall Bangkok

I based my outfit on this plain LBD, then added a pair of white tights with baroque prints. I think tights are an excellent way to add details or coverage for a dress which may be too short. If you are wearing white tights with a white dress, just make sure the two are of similar shade. The chunky necklace injected texture without unnecessary colour. Lastly, the banana tote added a burst of magenta and really stood out. The next time you wear the LBD, look at it like pasta and remember to sprinkle some flavour and spice..it's more delicious that way!

Photos by Yun Jing

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Summer Vacation

Allowing my painted toes to peek through these jelly sandals

One-piece swimsuits may double up as a bodysuit too. Goes perfectly with high waist shorts.

"Is that a squirrel?!" - the city girls exclaimed.

Thrifted $15 swimsuit (Salvation Army) and $3 shorts (New2U)

I just came back from a short vacation at Malaysia with some of my best friends. Technically, it was a Church camp but there were tons of free time to explore the resort. The best vacations are enjoyed with people whom you have grown up with over the past seven years. My girlfriends are practically sisters in my life. With those people, there were no need to impress, no need for formalities. My weekend was pretty much summed up with '100% pure, clean fun'. It was truly relieving to get away from the bustling city to finally see mountains, an abundance of trees and breathe in fresh air. This may sound absurd to my foreign friends but I have not seen a sundown in ages. To witness the sun slowly settling into the mountains was just breathtaking. The world was created perfect in the begining, what a pity that we rarely take a moment to appreciate its beauty today. I mean, living in a city is fun but the quietness of nature is something that can only come at a price - such as paying for a vacation. I feel so much more recharged and inspired by nature. It was a well deserved break since graduation!  

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Oh Jello!

Abstract Polkadots Frock - c/o Dressabelle

The first thing that came to mind when I saw this dress: Bart Simpson! A colorful dress like this is normally way beyond my comfort zone, but I just love its colour combination. Since blue and yellow are direct opposites in the colour wheel, the dress looks well contrasted and almost cartoonish as a result. Also, the white specks (look closer later) really made the dots stand out. I decided to go for a 90's take to today's outfit. Yes, let's reminisce all the best things being a 90's kid!

Denim jacket - second hand

A faded denim jacket. Tell me, which 90's kid didn't own a denim jacket? I know I did, along with Mickey mouse badges stuck on my shoulders. I also wore denim dungaree with denim jacket. It is that one thing I really miss wearing when the weather was cooler. My aunty gave me this denim jacket two years ago and I'm in love ever since. God knows how long that had existed but its classic cut (boxy and uncropped) is exactly what I'm looking for. Naturally, it had also faded beautiful after numerous washes. Perfect!

Lucite box clutch - c/o Dressabelle

Transparent accessories used to be really popular in the past. I owned one of those slip-on sandals which had glitter crystalized within its transparent heels. Who knows what exactly I'm talking about? Hooker shoes and clear bangles were common too. The lucite trend is making a huge comeback, in better quality of course! They are fuss free and modern. Super easy to incorporate into any outfit since they're colourless, obviously. Besides accessories, you can also go for acrylic Muji storage and ghost chairs to revamp your home. 

 

Lucite clutches aren't the most practical, but they are definitely gorgeous. Just be careful to not drop it! The metal shoulder strap comes in useful. Some people argue that lucite clutches are for "people who are asking to be robbed". What do you think? 

Clear jelly sandals - Rubi | Socks - Citrus Sox

Any cool 90's kid would have owned at least one pair of jelly sandals. Does this bring you back memories?! I had a pink pair which I wore to the beach, into puddles and I felt invincible because nothing could destroy my shoes. Functionality wise, I think they're perfect for Singapore weather since it rains spontaneously. You wouldn't have to worry about ruining your shoes in the rain anymore! And did I mention, these only cost me S$14.95.

I'm sure some of you might wonder if jelly sandals are too childish for adults. To answer that, you really have to watch what you wear! An easy way to wear is with cuffed jeans, which allows you to show off the ankles. Just make sure the rest of your outfit is reasonably 'mature', no need to be formal. I personally like paining my toenails in a vibrant colour so they'll show through. With clear sandals, you can go crazy with all socks you never got to flaunt!

Photos by Yun Jing

Well, I might not remember much about Pokemon or Power Rangers, but I sure remember how it was like to dress as a 90's kid. Trends come and go. But I feel like it is the essence of fashion at a certain period of time is what's making the comeback. The core of trends is certain attitudes and emotions. So let's all enjoy fashion as a freedom of expression, not just admiring the physical attributes! What was your favourite memory as a 90's kid? If you weren't born in the 90's, what did you enjoy wearing when you were young? Share with me!

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