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Introducing Doorstep Luxury: All About Sparkles

Published on August 4, 2010 in Accessories, Designer, Shopping and Singapore. 3 Comments Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , .

There’s a new ‘lady’ in town: Let me introduce you to Doorstep Luxury. Started by chic entrepreneur Miranda Lindsay-Fynn and her business partner, Doorstep Luxury aims to be Asia’s premier online retailer. Fash-Eccentric was invited to the quaint lil’ show room tucked along Telok Ayer St to play with the latest and unique designer accessories. Of course, we dieee for more fashion choices in Singapore! The well-curated collection by Doorstep Luxury features Aspinal of London, Bibi van der Velden, Buba, Cassandra LA, Fleet Ilya, Jdauphin, Kaia Peterka, Manoush, Ranjana Khan, Sabina Kasper, SWASH London, Temperley London, Timo Weiland, Tina Lilienthal, Vera Wang and Yazbukey. I’m lovin’ so many items from them and let’s focus on some of their beautiful, sparkly necklaces:

A stunning Pearls and Perspex bib necklace from Ranjana Khan.

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Preview: What I Am Wearing to Audi Fashion Festival 2010

Published on April 21, 2010 in Audi Fashion Festival, Brands, Shopping and Singapore. 0 Comments Tags: , , , .

EXTRA! EXTRA! Fash-E will be outfitted by BCBG Max Azria (provided by TANG+Co Women) for next week’s Audi Fashion Festival 2010. Oooh, I’m such a fan of BCBG! The countdown starts now – only ONE WEEK till AFF 2010. Get ready for five days of glitz and ultimate glamour! Thank you to TANG+Co Women for the fabulous outfits. Here’s a preview of what I’ll be wearing next week:

My favourite of the lot! I’ll be wearing this to the Marchesa show.

Hmm, alldressedup? I don’t know yet!

House of Holland? KTZ? Warehouse? Raoul?

images: BCBG Max Azria

Fash-E’s Guide to Last-Minute Online X’Mas Shopping with Your Debit MasterCard

Published on December 21, 2009 in Shopping and Singapore. 5 Comments Tags: , , , .

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It is no secret that I’m a major procrastinator. My ROM is less than two months away and I have no dress, no photographer, and no invites – nothing except my man and two witnesses. Let alone, my Christmas shopping. If you ask me, shopping at Orchard Road is retail suicide especially for a procrastinator like me. I’ve been there, done that … and I ended up walking home. That happened in 2004. Let’s just say, I’ll never do it again.

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Check out my POSB MasterCard Debit Card yo!

Thank goodness for fabulous online shops and my Debit MasterCard, I’ll never have to enter the Orchard Road battlefield to shop for Christmas gifts for my family and friends or worry about overspending! Here’s my guide to online shopping for the thoughtful procrastinator:

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Netprice Japan

http://japan.netprice.com/

The idea: more buyers, more discounts! Isn’t that awesome? I could buy out the entire website if I have the choice. Thanks to Debit MasterCard – I can shop online easily and securely. Plus, I’m also using vPost Japan to ship items from this website – easy right?

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For MEMEME!: Marc by Marc Jacobs Round Fastener Long Wallet (SGD113.53)

This metallic Marc by Marc Jacobs wallet is a must-have! It’s inexpensive via Netprice Japan and plus, it is cute as button. You can’t get a better deal than that! Embossed with heart design, this wallet can hold up to six cards (yes, including my MasterCard). I’m picking the gold … gunmetal looks good too! HMM. Decisions.

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oki-ni.com

http://www.oki-ni.com/page/home

oki-ni.com stocks some of the most stylish goodies for men. If you’ve a fashion-conscious man, here’s the website for you. I like to buy stuff from this website for Bubster. He is particularly picky when it comes to shopping – don’t ask me why. I’m going to take a little risk this time round:

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For Bubster: Martin Margiela Cufflinks Disco (SGD$225.00)

These Martin Margiela cufflinks are simple yet sleek. Bubster doesn’t like too complicated stuff. I think he’ll like these… plus they ship to Singapore! YAY!

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shinnpark.com

http://www.shinnpark.com/

The 2009 winner of Best E-commerce Blogshop at the Singapore Blog Awards, shinnpark.com is a well-designed and well-stocked blogshop for all your fashion and lifestyle needs. It is a great local online store for finding Christmas gifts (and most importantly, get your items shipped in time!).

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For My Sister: The Smartly Designed Folding Bag Hook (SGD$19.90)

http://www.shinnpark.com/?p=2852

How many times have you tried placing your bag on another chair or on your lap at the restaurant? The Smartly Designed Folding Bag Hook is genius. At SGD$19.90, I think it’s a steal! I’m getting Camille Cherry for my sister and Elena Night for myself. Owls & cherry blossoms are sooo cute!

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Soap ‘n’ Sorbet

http://www.soapnsorbet.com

Soap ‘n’ Sorbet is a new online shop that sells “cherry-picked, unique and imported bath, beauty and lifestyle treats.” If you love cult beauty products like me, you’ll be happy to see that they are the official distributors of STEAM CREAM, Tokyo Milk, Love + Toast, LaLicious, and Nostalgia Organics.

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For Mum: LaLicious Vanila Travel Clutch Set (SGD$88.00)

http://www.soapnsorbet.com/productd.asp?no=1&id=98#

I love LaLicious! My mum loves smelling and feeling good when she travels. – I think it’s time to introduce her to my favourite LaLicious. This would be a great gift set for first-timers. Don’t you think?

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Think Geek

http://www.thinkgeek.com

You know what. My dad is not a geek at all. In fact, I don’t think he has any interest – it’s not easy to shop for my dad. Think Geek has a “Gifts for Dads” section which is really helpful for clueless ones like me. I like their stuff because they stock very interesting, gifty items – in case, you ran out of ideas.

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For Dad: Geek Insignia Ties (SGD$57.00)

If my dad is going to wear a tie to work, he should wear it with a little sense of humour. I think these Geek Insignia Ties are awesome. I personally like the Space Invaders (since Monkeys and Caffeine are both sold out!). You may have to use vPost because Think Geek doesn’t ship to Singapore at this point of time. Bugger!

YAY! Looks like I’m done with my Christmas shopping – now, I’ll have to wait for the items to arrive on time. It’s so easy to shop online with the Debit MasterCard – just enter the magical 16-digits and you’re set for your armchair shopping experience. The best part is that you don’t have to worry about spending more than you have because the money comes directly from your bank account. So you can just check your bank account online to keep track of your spending (especially useful for shopaholics like me!).

Happy Holidays everyone :D (don’t drink and drive)

TEASE ME, PRETTY LIL’ THINGS

Published on October 26, 2009 in Asian, Blog Shop, Shopping and Singapore. 9 Comments Tags: , , , , .

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Dear CURIOUS CATS, you must be wondering what all these ‘posey’ images are about. I’m not building a model portfolio (hahaha) – unfortunately. In fact, I’m starting up an online shop with a good pal/biz partner, Biqing. This has been in the pipeline for more than a year. Due to work commitments, this pet project never really took off. With a lil’ bit of determination, we decided to make it happen. To be honest, we don’t want to be just another blog shop. We’re working hard to provide good quality, excellent service, styling ideas and a good time :D Fashion should be fun and creative right?

This is only the beginning – feel free to tell me what you think (I know I’m not Natasha Poly and I can’t afford her at this point of time!) and what you would love to see, shop, whatever. Biqing and I are thrilled to launch this as soon as possible. This is only a teaser *excited* I hope you will support my team’s hardwork and passion because we really poured our heart and soul into this pet project! THANK YOU IN ADVANCED! More photos to be uploaded on my Facebook Page (Be a FAN!).

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photography kotta miyaki | photography asst robin wilonexin

hair & makeup lynnette tay | art direction/stylist biqing chen

all shoes courtesy of Steve Madden

UNIQLO Opens Today at ION Orchard!

Published on August 7, 2009 in Brands, Shopping and Singapore. 0 Comments Tags: , , .

It’s National Day weekend in Singapore! Time to head down to UNIQLO‘s new store opening today at ION Orchard. Fash-E popped by the store for a preview of its latest “Neo-Leather” collection – yes, we’re talking about leather jackets, bags! The collection is debutting in Singapore before Japan! So you’ll be one of the firsts to own a fierce leather jacket. Take a look of what they have in-stores and join the queue!

The crowd gathers with our goodie bags and $100 shopping voucher :D

Uniqlo calls it “neo-leather”. I was tempted but I didn’t because it costs $99.90.

For your “wintery” needs: Flannel shirts. Cool but not practical though.

Colour your wardrobe with these capris!

I LOVE BRA TOPS. I have like 3 of them now, love love love.

This outlet has a special UT section. I wished they had those capsule ones like Tokyo.

Down to the Men’s collection. Go check it out, I got my leather backpack from there.

Forget leather and flannel, here’s what we need for Singapore: UMBRELLAS!

GSS 2009: Front Row (30 May to 11 Jul 2009)

Published on June 2, 2009 in GSS 09, Shopping and Singapore. 0 Comments Tags: , , , , .

It’s the Great Singapore Sale 2009! Most Singaporeans have fought the tough battle at the Club 21 Bazaar at the pit stop last weekend. Unfortunately, I was out of time (what a perfect timing!). I might have regretted a little after reading Wottoncool‘s mad adventure first-hand. Anyway, Front Row is catching on to the sale bug and you should pop by their store from 30th May – 11th July 2009. What can you expect? Here goes nothing:


Kim Jones X Umbro = 70%

Cosmic Wonder Light Source S/S08 = 50%

+9 S/S08 = 30%

Eley Kishimoto = 40%


 Vivienne Westwood for MELISSA = 15% – 30%

Other brands on sale include:

A.P.C = 60%
Fab & Joe = 70%-90%
Woods & Woods = 50%

*Items pictured are only a small selection of what’s on sale. Pop by the store for more!

Fash-Spotlight: Angelicious Creations

Published on April 10, 2009 in Accessories, Asian, Fash-Spotlight, Shopping and Singapore. 0 Comments Tags: , , , , .

I first discovered Singapore homegrown jewellery brand, Angelicious Creations while shopping at Isetan Scotts in Singapore. As a former jewellery-making hobbyist, I was intrigued by the intricate, cute designs by Jacqueline Koh, owner and designer of Angelicious Creations. Believe me, I know the hardwork and patience designers put into their work. This is definitely no “blog shop” – but it is bigger, and wayyy better. You will be happy to know that high-quality materials are used such as 14k Gold-Filled ear hooks, chains, wires, Sterling Silver, even Rhodium parts for those who are sensitive to certain metals. That’s good news for me! I am fortunate to have a quick email interview with Jacqueline on her fabulous company:

Jacqueline Koh

What’s the story behind Angelicious Creations?
Art is not foreign to me. I always had a creative streak, from drawings to paintings. In fact, I taught myself jewellery design from scratch – from clay-making to wire-working.

Initially, it was my creative expression and also my form of escape from the real world. It all began with my daydreams of magical creatures and mystical places. I realized my dream could come true by making beautiful jewellery as a living. Thus, Angelicious Creations was born.

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Tell me about your design philosophy.
My design philosophy revolves around my inspiration from myths and fairytales. Initially, goddesses, fairies and nature spirits started appearing in my early artworks. I immediately knew that my love and appreciation of the magic of nature would greatly influence my work in jewellery design.

When it comes to design, there is no limitation. My team of designers and I stay on-trend with the latest fashion styles to come up with something for everyone.

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What kind of person do you imagine wearing your designs?
Let’s see, anyone who is fun and trendy will love the handmade jewellery by Angelicious Creations. They must appreciate quirky, vintage designs with a whimsical, fairy-tale twist!

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Your designs have a magical touch to them. Which mystical creature inspires you the most?
Fairies and angels inspire me the most. These two mythological creatures inspire most of our designs. Even our company logo is that of an angel! We like the fact that they are beautiful, intriguing and full of wonder.

Angelicious Creations aims to embody all these amazing attributes into the everyday wear. Thus, our customers feel as sexy as a fairy!

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Cool. Where can we get our hands on Angelicious Creations?
We are only a mouse-click away! You can browse our past and latest designs from our online store (www.angelicious-creations.com). If you prefer to touch-and-feel, do pop by Isetan Scotts (Ladies Accessories, Level 1) or Tangs VivoCity (beside Mango, Level 1) in Singapore.

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Visit Angelicious Creations at Tangs VivoCity today!

Date : 1st April 2009 to 12th April 2009
Time : 10am to 10pm
Venue : VIVOCITY ATRIUM (directly opposite Guess)

SALE ALERT!!! BUY ONE AND GET THE SECOND PIECE AT 50% OFF (Applicable only at this EVENT!!)

3 Days to Uniqlo at Tampines 1, Singapore!

Published on April 6, 2009 in Asian, Brands, Event, Shopping and Singapore. 0 Comments Tags: , , , , , , , , , .

Say it with me: 3 MORE DAYS TO UNIQLO!

Are you excited? I recently attended an exclusive media preview of Singapore’s first Uniqlo store at the brand new Tampines 1 mall. The highly anticipated store will open its doors on 9 April, Thursday to kick start your Good Friday weekend! So, don’t be surprise to fight through a huge crowd! The “UT” and “denim” items will be the highlights of the range offered to the Singapore market. I always love the good quality basics – and I headed straight for the bra tops! Don’t ask me why. Scroll down for Fash-E‘s exclusive coverage of the Tampines 1‘s Uniqlo store:


Preview: Uniqlo in Tampines 1 Mall, Singapore from X-Wen on Vimeo.

A quick walkabout of the Uniqlo store at Tampines 1 featuring familiar faces! Hee.

This is only the beginning :)

Pac Man lovers, knock yourself out.

Feeling stripey?

HATS! SCARVES! YEAH!

The colours. The choices. Heaven.

From boys to men.

I was particularly interested in work wear since I need a wardrobe revamp!

The intimates are uber-cute!

Thanks to these two men, Mr. Tadashi Yanai, the founder and president of Fast Retailing, and Mr Cheng Wai Keong, Chairman of Wing Tai Holdings – Uniqlo is finally here!

Shopaholics Rejoice!!! Have fun this Thursday (I’ll be working :( unfortunately) and get there early!

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