*Sent Shivers Up My Spine*

It was one of those days, when my tutorial class had to stay behind in school for a class project for Retail Management!

All of us dragged our feet to the school cafeteria for dinner; and that was when my eyes almost popped out of their sockets.

I was in line, for my food, when I saw this girl, with an impossibly eclectic style in the stall beside. My line of vision went straight to her boots as I was wondering how in the world, can she manage to walk around campus in THOSE heels; gorgeous it may be.

It look ridiculously like YSL's Tributes; and guess what?! After a small chat with her, it confirmed my guess!



*faints/*
I asked to snap a picture of her;

YSL shoes are impossibly classy, and gorgeous, and, I don't know, seeing them outside the store's window display just, literally, sent shivers up and down my spine.

Do you have the same feeling too?

PS/ I LOVE, her top too! Love those big, purple lips!:D

A Soft Spot For Stripes and Lace;

Gosh; I realized that I haven't been very active in blogging for the month of June and I apologize!!!! Here's another quick update though;



For the longest time; I have been looking for the perfectly French, black and white striped top, just like the ones from American Apparel which Alix from The Cherry Blossom Girl is modelling.

Managed to find one which I love at one of the nightmarkets around (I forgot which!) I've decided to jazz it up with my peachy pink lace skirt;



It was so much fun and I love the huge contrast; with my top and bottom; which worked wonderfully!

PS/ I'm so much in love with my fire engine red, lego block ring:D It was such a steal!

PPS/My FAMILY'S COMING OVER TO TAIPEI TOMORROW!!!!!!! CAN'T WAIT!

PREETTAAYYY IN BLACK!

SO SORRY for my absence; the past week was crazy, with Computex in Taipei, and the crazy hours which we all had to put in! (Esther and I worked the 5pm to Midnight shift!!)

This was taken quite some time ago; but I LOVED ESTHER'S ALL BLACK ensemble!

I am always BEGGING her to ditch the monochromes for BRIGHTS but on that particular day; I had to eat my words!

She looks so awesome in all black!





The beautiful crochet details on her dress and her Alexander Wang inspired jacket complemented each other perfectly! One is so soft, so pretty, and the other, so gorgeously studded and edgy!

On a side note, her patent white heels with black details are just SO classy!

It's just FAB that she worked 3 different looks, ALL TOGETHER so wonderfully!

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By the way, I've gotten an email from the WONDERFUL people from WHOOGA which sells those unbelievably comfy UGG BOOTS; and they've kindly given readers of this blog a $30 gift card which they can use at their store which ships internationally!

All you have to do is to enter the code "PEARLSANDS" into the cart!

I know summer is coming; but I'm sure this would be a FABULOUS deal for those of you from the Southern Hemisphere!

Have fun shopping!


Lots of Love,
Pen

Day Out To Danshui; Fishermen's Wharf + My DARLING Maxi

Went out to Danshui and Fishermen Wharf; located north of Taipei City and it's such an impossibly quaint and scenic attraction! For those of you who ADORES photography and taking pictures in gorgeous, out of the ordinary locations, the smattering availability of Victorian architectures and the beautiful view here, would be a feast for your eyes!

PS/ The bridge in the picture is an icon itself; it is known as Valentine's Bridge; and couples are known to frequent and cross the bridge; Symbolically blessing their relationship and bestowing a lifetime of happiness and love onto them.

There were tons of food on offer; and the sun was scorching! I guess, I'll have to come out and face reality that the hot; humid summer is approaching!

Decided to make the best use of the weather and so, I wore my new floral maxi with corset detailing.

Love the beautiful crochet; and the "colourful floral on black" effect;

And of course! The unique, corset details which caught my eye the very first time!

Dress; Shilin Nightmarket
Bag; Agnès B.
Flip Flops; Havaianas

What makes me wistful though; is that I do not have a pretty straw fedora to match; the outfit would be so complete and so gorgeously Boho then!

I Love Going To The Zoo! And My Beige Blazer Too!

The weather was awesome on the 2nd day of our off day; and Esther and I decided to make a trip down to the zoo nearby.

It was like a trip down memory lane; as the both of us have not been in a zoo ever since we were a tweeny and we just went snap crazy! (For more pictures from the trip, do hop over to my other blog:D)

However, we (or maybe, I was the only one) were totally fascinated by the short, railway track located by the Billy Goats; that we took like; 10 over pictures of us, and the track alone! I mean, we don't really get the chance to sit on railway tracks without the risk of getting run over by a train!

Wore some of my new purchases (the joy!); and I AM so glad, that I've gotten this gorgeus beige blazer (NT$350). I've been buying so many jackets ever since I went over to Taipei; but really, the price, the quality and the selection of designs available are just awesome!

Jacket, Top; Wufenpu
Wayfarers; Raybans





At the African Animals section, in front of a herd of cutesy zebras; A close up of the tunic with the awesome eyes and lips which I fell in love with instantly! (Notice the trimmings on the blazer!)

PS/ I'm thinking of getting THIS amazing T-Shirt leotard from American Apparel; I can't wait to get my hands on it and wear it a hundred and one ways!! Which colour, other than black would be the most versatile though?

Taipei; From The Streets; Androgynous Chic + Me; Complete Opposite!

Yay! It's Esther's and my OFF DAY today; we have another day off tomorrow; But anyway; we decided to make a visit to the wholesale market again; and we've managed to cart home; tons of stuff; which we simply, ADORE!

*If I've got the time tomorrow; I'll probably do a video about the purchases! (It will be a LONG video; if that's the case!)

But the star of today; is HER!

I was captivated by her androgynous style; and her all black outfit; was FAR from boring!



Her blazer's such a gorgeous cut;
And her top has got soft, romantic ruffles and a longish bow which softens the look;
Her geek glasses and bowler hat complements each other; they look so good on her!
( I don't know if anyone else with a pixie hair cut; would look as good with the hat AND the glasses!)



Surprise, surprise, this is a nice touch to the hat!

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As for me ; I haven't done anything particularly androgynousy;
But I was inspired to match my FAVOURITE, girly; colour block dress with my grungey studded black jacket;

I love how swingy the dress is; without having to cinch the waist in with a belt; and I LOVE, LOVE my newest addition of the hot pink bow to the dress!

Jacket, Bow & Rings; ALL from the markets around;
(They ARE the best places to score for cheap thrills!)
Dress; P.O.A Company
Shoes; Topshop

PS/ For those of you who saw the PREVIOUS post; You'd be glad to know; that I actually took my own advice; and got myself a COLOURFUL tunic today!
It's just, the cutest thing; with loads of little, colourful hearts printed all over!:D

I Love HSINYI DISTRICT; And Black Jackets Too!

Went out to Hsinyi District (where the infamous Taipei 101 is located;)
And I'm reminded of why; it is my absolute favorite place in Taipei!

To date; I think I've been to the area like; 5 times;
And I'm still so friggin hyped up; each time I'm there!


Anyway;
It was on one of my trips down; when I saw this guy;

Russell's plaid beret and geek glasses were one of the first things which I noticed about him;
Then, I took in his black jacket; perfectly faded jeans; and huge belt buckle!
(His bag added cookie points for him of course!)



Just when I thought his jacket couldn't be better; I fell in love; with Annie's leather jacket!
Love the zippers; the folds; the tiny details; the fit, especially.

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So it was actually; after this incident; which made me crave for a good fitting; grungey; black jacket;

I was SO EXCITED; when I spotted this jacket;
LOVE the zippers; the STUDS; the fit; the material of course!

And the fact that it costs about NT$650 (USD$23) didn't hurt either!

Blazer & Tights; Wufen (五分铺)

Christian Lacroix Exhibition; + My Inspiration!

Yes, FINALLY, I'll be blogging about the Christian Lacroix exhibition which I've went to at the gorgeous, National Museum; the day before I was set to leave for Taipei!







* I've left the programme booklet back home; so right now; I do not have that many facts and information for me to write with;



As everyone knows; Christian Lacroix is famed for his opulent, fantasy creations; His haute couture line is always so luxurious, so wonderfully over the top; With that small pinch of knowledge I stepped into the exhibition with great reverence and I was truly wowed;





Each of his creations are so unique to itself;
The colours; designs; fabrics; are all so lush!






The idea of stepping out in them is enough to make my knees go weak; and yet, being able to dance, and prance around in these costumes must really be really awesome!

There was a short video, of operas, ballets and theatres which Christian Lacroix worked with; and it was just; fabulous, to see the costumes; coming alive! It is different; so much different; as compared to the catwalk where models just parade up and down the platform.

The performers; music and emotions portrayed in the performances gave life to the costumes; and it's breathtaking; to see the layers of fabric; especially tulle; swishing around!



Here's a video which I took; of the video; (So it isn't as clear!)
Alternatively, you may click here; to access the video.




Also; although I may not be a fashion student; but I'm LOVING these sketches so so much! The strokes; and colours used; are just so vibrant;




Furthermore; the little notes that you see; just make it seem so incredulous; as it's the EXACT copy which the designer had drawn and ponder over; making decisions; and cuts.






OF COURSE; I was inspired after leaving the exhibition; (I mean; who wouldn't be, right?!)
I've got a new found love; and that is TULLE;



Previously; I've always associated the fine netting with ballerinas and little girls; I've never dreamt; of wearing that cutesy; French made fabric~

It was only weeks later; AFTER I'm in Taipei when I chanced upon this awesome, grey tulle skirt which I fell in love with immediately!

I LOVE that it's so flouncy, so light; and SO PRETTY!



Drawing inspiration from one of Christian Lacroix's costumes; I've paired my tulle skit with my blazer, a darker shade of grey, ribbed tights and PEARLS!

Blazer: Wufen
Tank Top: Cotton On
Skirt: Gong Guan
Tights: Hsimending
Shoes: Shilin
Necklace: Diva's

* LOL, I was laughing as I typed the above section, cos' I realised that almost everything which I'm wearing; are from nightmarkets around Taipei! And it's further proven my point that you don't have to wear labels are spend a bomb to look good!(:

Okay, that's all I have for today; shall turn in now; I've got to wake up at 6am; again tomorrow; for my 0700 shift! Wish me luck!

Loads of Love,

公官( Gong Guan); Going The "Almost" Blair Way...

I know; I've been neglecting this and everyone's blogs horribly; BUT I hope that all of you would be so sweet to understand(:

Went out after work one day; and my girlfriends and I decided to go over to 公官( Gong Guan Nightmarket);

It was bustling with life; people and food; And I've never seen SO MANY pairs of shoes in one shop! It's basically just a sea of shoes!




This was what I wore;
And I LOVE this outfit so much! (One thing because; I'll just sweat like a horse should I wear a blazer over a shirt in SG)

I'm currently VERY in love with bow headbands; I've got FIVE now; (And counting!)
Paired my blazer and plaid shirt with my string of pearls; trying to do match preppy with a touch of subtle girlishness;

Blazer: 五分铺 ( Taipei's Wufen Wholesale Market)
Shirt: Topshop
Jeans: Miss Selfridge
Shoes: Topshop
Bow Headband: Hsimending
Necklace: Diva's
Bag: Prada

Okay; I'm going off to change now; have to work the night shift today; WILL definitely catch up on all your blogs later on!

PS/ I'll most definitely be blogging about the Christian Lacroix's exhibition I went to in the next post! So DO watch out for that!

From The Streets ( And My Own!); The Last; And The First;

Hey darlings! I'm FINALLY in Taipei!!
Today was DAY 1 of work and it was tiring! BUT it was really exciting; learning new things; and trying to build rapport, with the fellow interns in the F&B department!

Went out to popular shopping district, Hsimending, after work with my darling bestie; Esther; and we just had tons of fun; absorbing the sights and sounds, and had so much fun; taking it all in; that WE ARE finally in Taipei, and will be here, for the next 6months!

OF COURSE we went shopping; and we've bought some stuff;
SHE got some really pretty plaid dresses and I got my hair accessories (my latest fetish!);

I LOVE ESTHER'S jacket; with all the visible zips and she's one girl; that is superbly comfortable in black and grey;




Jacket: G2000 (A brand from Hong Kong)
Grey Tunic: Dong Dae Mun, South Korea's Wholesale Center




Here's my FIRST outfit in Taipei;
Thank goodness for the trench as it was drizzling and I had something to cover up!
PS/ I don't usually wear bright colours, but I felt a little daring today; it was LIBERATING!

Trench Coat: Echo
Tunic: Promod
Leggings: Giordano
Shoes: Taipei's Shilin Night Market
Bow Headband: Hsimending
Bag: Prada


ANYWAY,
I shall backtrack to the LAST SG Street Snapshot; when I was still in Singapore a couple of days ago; I was shopping at Far East Plaza, when I saw this jazzy, pop of colour; worn by this tall, tall, girl, WHO was wearing heels!
(Again, I had a soft spot for her boots; and I HAD to take a picture of her!)




Dara's a student from Jakarta, Indonesia, and I LOVE her long tee; worn with those; GORGEOUS, 9 West boots!
They are most perfect! To pair with leggings, legwarmers, socks, or even rolled up jeans!

To finish the outfit was her grungey, studded bag which, complemented her bright, graphic long tee, so wonderfully!



Okay, that's all I have for today; I shall go off to bed then! Reporting time for work tomorrow: 7am!



PS/ I will try to post up pictures from the Christian Lacroix's exhibition, as soon as I can!

AND, I will try to catch up on the comments ASAP!

Much Loves!