Sheer Fantasy

Remember the fashion show where models sat on carousel horses, dressed in fairy-like prettiness in a sea of oversized translucent collars, pastels and full skirts? That's Louis Vuitton for their Spring/Summer collection 2012. The fashion show was so magical to watch that it gave me goosebumps. 

Blouse - Dressabelle, pencil skirt - ASOS, heels - ZARA, belt - Hong Kong

The show - 48 carousel horses each carrying a model (Source)

The blouse I'm wearing was inspired by Louis Vuitton. (Source)

Although all-out-girly is not exactly my style, I have to admit that I'm influenced to love romantic pieces. Feminine pieces somehow just feels good and look right. This blouse is light weight, sheer yet structured. So beautiful on its own.

Earrings - H&M, oyster shell ring - Beadstreet

What better way is there to pair a collar blouse than full skirts? My first instinct was to wear the blouse with a leather skirt. I really think collars and flares were made for each other, but on second thought I decided to go with a skinny pencil skirt to match my earrings. (Yep, totally creative.)

Wearing my favourite heels at the moment. Thankfully it's not as uncomfortable as it looks, except that it's slightly wobbly. I love how it makes me look like I'm tip-toeing from afar!

Dress - H&M, combat boots - Skechers

Special thanks to my photographer Mandy.

Revolver Golden Gods Awards 2012

Marilyn Manson at the Revolver Golden Gods Awards 2012 with Johnny Depp and Taylor Momsen.

The fact that Taylor is only 19 this years scares me to death. But I can't deny that she is really good at what she do! She's got so much potential and I have fallen in love with The Pretty Reckless ever since I heard them. She must be awesome to even sing on the same stage with Marilyn Manson. The two of them brings me chills. Visual feast!!

I'd sail before a thousand moons, never finding where to go

Nightwish band shirt (old), leather panel skirt - Zara, plaid shirt - Bugis Street

Round shades - Far East Plaza

Underground inspired creepers - Taobao.com, bag - Shanghai

Nightwish is one of my favourite bands ever. When I was in my early teens, I was really into bands, heavy metal..all that stuff. During that period of time, all I wore was a band shirt, skinny jeans (those cheap ones from Penisula) and converse sneakers. My 'uniform' wouldn't be complete without badly applied eyeliner and fringe swept across half my face. So embarrassing just to even think about it.

I'm still loving my band tees, just wearing it differently. I still listen to my favourite bands. My love for Nightwish will never change~

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One of their 'show rooms'. You can buy almost everything you see in the store.

I will not mind tailoring one of these to wear for my own wedding. The gowns were really gorgeous, mostly with no defects.

Lounging on beautifully aged arm chair that costs $280. 

Remembering my primary school days; when people queued for hours outside MacDonalds just to get these.

Velvet wedges for sale

Creepy looking dolls that I wanted to own when I was a kid.

The staff creatively showcased modified chairs that are now used to hold plants.

So last week I went on a thrifting hunt(again) at the Praiseheaven Family store by the Salvation Army. Man, the store went through a major revamp! Old but new - the best way to describe that place. Not only you'll see newly set up 'show rooms' (think: IKEA), the goods were reorganized too. I feel so happy every time I'm there. You'll never know what you will find there, really. There were brand new dining tables at only $280 - I promise you they're much sturdier than IKEA ones.

Read my past experiences at the store:
http://ulimali.blogspot.com/2012/03/thrifting-at-salvation-army.html
http://ulimali.blogspot.com/2011/08/loots-salvation-army-thrift-store.html
http://ulimali.blogspot.com/2011/04/salvation-army.html

Special thanks to my friend and photographer for that day, Joanne. :)

Tale of the Sea Maid

The mermaid arm party (Clam ring - Beadstreet, silver belt - Hong Kong)

"Fantasies in my head, I drift away to all seas.

Deep underneath the ocean, I heard the tale of the sea maid."

Dress - Lipsyditsy, knit vest - Hong Kong, boots - Dr Martens, bag - Shanghai

My photographer for the day <3

The highlight of my weekend was a visit to the Andy Warhol 15 Minutes Eternal exhibition at the Art Science Museum (info here). Known for his celebrity pop art and Campbell Soup logos, Warhol's story was well told through the galleries. It's so interesting to see the world through his perspective that was vividly captured in photographs. Although I did not know much about Warhol before the exhibit, I was captivated by his artwork and creations. What left the deepest impression in me was his 'Time Capsules' - Warhol filled over 600 cardboard boxes of his belongings, stored the boxes by chronological order, which he intended to display them all out one day! Just imagine what an obsessive hoarder he was.

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You can run away with me any time you want

Shimmery sweater - mom's, sheer maxi skirt - Forever 21

Bag - Mango (borrowed), spiked bracelet - Hong Kong

Dr Martens Pascals boots

Meet Rover!

I can hardly be motivated to dress up with Singapore's climate. Just a sheer dress and thin sweater made me sweat a bucket, which makes me wonder how do people tolerate fur coats?! How?!

Photo courtesy of Desiree

Getting ready

Jamie getting her makeup done by me

The girls sure had fun!

My beautiful girls all dressed up! - Jamie, Kaylin, Mandy and Bernice

"The Blue Boyz"

Dione the birthday girl with her handmade cake (made out of chocolate bars and M&Ms)

The innocent smiles of children, aww :)

Bernice, me, Jamie

Saturday is always the happiest day of my week. I head to Church, attend classes and sermons and hang out with the people I love. My church holds an annual appreciation dinner for the entire congregation.This year, I'm so happy to have my girls over at my place to get ready together! It's always us who make the dinner such a big deal anyway. As girls, we find every possible opportunity to dress up! Such bimbos. We enjoy giving opinions on each other's outfit and deciding on what makeup to wear. I love my girls for trusting me to do their makeup so I try my best to make them look as good as possible. I thank God all the time for blessing me with a church and friends. Honestly, these girls feel like sisters to me; they are my pillars of strength spiritually, emotionally and physically. I look forward to experiencing greater things in life with all of them, all in the name of Christ!

My outfit of the day: 

Velvet baby doll dress - Vintage French Connection (mom's)

Heels - Zara Basic Collection

Close-up on accessories 

Gold studded clutch - Hong Kong, $16

Spiked bracelet - Hong Kong

Cross ring - Beadstreet, Cineleisure, $1

I kept my outfit very simple, drawing all attention to the accessories. My spiked bracelets and clutch look lethal don't they? The dress I'm wearing is so old - me being its third owner. Despite its luxurious material, I see myself wearing it on an everyday basic because it's so comfortable to move around in. It does not have the most flattering cut but it hides any bulge after a heavy dinner. ;)

Have a great week ahead everyone! Thank you for reading my blog!