Fashion Inspirations and the Double D days

 Jane Aldridge, author of seaofshoes.com. 

My go to fashion inspiration. Although i do not have the height or fair skin or fashion sense to dress like her, i do like reading her blog. If i had crossed some of the clothes that she had wore, i would have been mortified but she pulls it off so well. Animal cashmere sweaters that most are afraid to receive, let alone wear out, she happily dons it on and still look fabulous like a model off a runway.

Her fashion sense is amazing for such a young girl and i adore all her shoe collections as im a shoe person myself. Her style is really dependent on the mood that she's in but she loves vintage collections such as tweed blazers or 70s inspired shirts. On the other hand, she also embraces the latest fashion trends and looks just as chic and beautiful. Cant believe she's only 20 this year.

Now, the Double D days as I've so aptly named is known as "Dress Down Days"

For those who know me, i love my shorts and t shirts. Because of Singapore's sunny weather, its only appropriate to wear such clothes as though its Beach Day everyday. 

This US website http://www.dailylook.com features daily looks that you can wear everyday. I am so in love with this website and they feature looks for all kinds of events, days and moods! They sell all the items ranging from clothes to accessories that you see in the different pictures and their shoes are to die for! 

Here are some of my favourites for Double D days.

These are just a few in the many fashion pictures that they have, so do check out their website at www.dailylook.com

My favourite eyeliner

Ever hear of the saying "Eyes are the windows to your soul" ? Well then if windows can be decorated with curtains or stained glass, your eyes can too!
Today, I'll be talking about the essential makeup tool that every girl has to have or use at some point of their lives.
Make a guess....... *cues drum roll*

ITS EYELINER! (oh wait, the post title gave that away... never mind)

Over the years, I've tried many eyeliners (expensive and non expensive, brand or no brand) and found myself in a predicament. You see, many eyeliners claim to be smudge proof and waterproof and long lasting but every time I put on my eyeliner, halfway throughout the day, I look like this

or this

Sadly enough, I dont look as adorable as the panda or as pretty as the model so i definitely do not want my eyeliner to smudge cause i wont look that good (trust me) So where can i find an eyeliner that is suited for my oily eyelids and doesnt smudge when i smile?

Introducing the...

K PALETTE 1 DAY TATTOO 

This amazing liquid eyeliner, dries fast, does not smudge easily, definitely waterproof, tried and tested and its lasts me an entire day without the need for touch ups. The brush is fine and it glides on very smoothly onto the eye leaving a rich and vibrant streak of black in its path. Because the 1 day tattoo eyeliner is a liquid eyeliner, i would not recommend it for first time users. Liquid eyeliners generally require some skill and practice and your hand has to be stable. But if you're confident! I say go for it! 

see the fineness as compared to pencil and gel liners

Without makeup

With only eyeliner (you probably cant see the difference because my double eyelids always cover the eyeliner and i dont do dramatic eyeliner like some others do)

Do not worry that the K palette one day tattoo will be a hassle to remove because its so hardly and smudge proof, it comes away easily using my BIORE Cleansing Sheets that i absolutely swear by. The sheets remove all my makeup easily and smell so nice! And I have never met a makeup remover parallel to my Biore cleansing sheets. Been introducing them to my family and friends and they all love it too!

Do take note that what works for me may not work for you and vice versa and for some of you, it may be a long tedious and expensive process to find that perfect eyeliner that suits you and all your requirements but when you do, its PURE JOY.

Ending off this post with a picture of me and a blue penguin. And the someone who insists that penguins are blue even though its only common sense to know that penguins are black and white!

But i am only a little girl,

Mel

Exploring local sights part 1

My very first post on exploring our local sights. Over the next few weeks, i will be exploring singapore's famous tourists spots once more and tell you if they've changed, gotten better or worst and let you know if they're worth the trip! In the weeks to come, i'll poke my face down at places such as the zoo, the bird park and museums. 

First up is the Night Safari

Attraction factor: 3.5/5

Located at Mandai road, this popular tourist attraction is home to many nocturnal animals. For the price of $32sgd per person, you will be entitled to tour the area as well as go on a tram ride that brings you up close and personal to some of the cutest and most majestic animals in the world.

The tram ride took us to see mousedeers, elephants, giraffes, lions and my favourite, the Asian otters because they are so adorable and they make cute whiny noises. I stood at their exhibit for a good 10 minutes just watching them play in the water and watch the adult otters laze. Cutest things you'll ever see. However, my experience was dampened by some very unpleasant people during the tram ride who were rowdy and making a scene. I was later soothed by the fabulous sights of the Night Safari during the different trails that allow visitors to take a closer look at the animals.

Anyway, this is how baby Asian otters look like!

 

Unfortunately, i didnt take any pictures of the animals or the night safari because well my camera is pretty bad in dark lighting and i didnt bring it out. Anyway, for those checking out the night safari, please remember that no flash photography is allowed because the flash hurts the animals' eyes and they may go blind in future! So protect our beloved animals okay!

The Creatures of the Night show by the Night Safari also showcases some of the many talented animals that they have there including their friendly pet, Maggi that had me jumping out of my seat, screaming and running as far away from her as i can. If you can guess, Maggi is a.... snake. A rather huge and long although harmless but still scary creepy snake. The show also feature wolves, fishing cats and of course, the Asian otters. Dont let me spoil the show, you have to see it for yourself!

For the brave hearted, the Night Safari also offers exhibits that allow you to walk into the habitats of bats, birds and flying squirrels. Of course i was too chicken to do that because i dont particularly fancy having bats flying all over my head but for the more courageous ones, especially guys, these exhibits are pretty cool.

Overall, the Night Safari has been an amazing experience considering it is my first time there. Although i didnt manage to walk through the whole place, i would definitely go back and visit it once more!  For people who are worried that you will be unable to see the animals there because its in the night, do not worry! The whole place is brightly lit so that you will see be able to see and photograph the animals properly.

For more information, check out their website at http://www.nightsafari.com.sg/

But i am just a little girl,
Mel

Harry Potter (Anime Style)

Just saw this, too cute not to share


But i am just a little girl,
Mel

Touring Singapore like a tourist

I got this electric blue crop top that im so in love with at one of the shops in Jurong Point. Been searching for one that isnt so pricey and when i discovered this, i went and got the same top in 2 different colours! Love how the top instantly brightens up whatever dull monochrome colour shorts im wearing! So cheery(:

Anyway, I'll be going to the Night Safari later on in the day but first up, its badminton! Boy oh boy, i hope i dont get sore muscles! So excited for Night Safari because.... i've never been there before in all my 22 years. Will the animals bite?!

I am always strong

What's inked into me. No regrets.

Wondering if i should get a similar one.

Semper Fortis, Semper Fidelis

Always Strong, Always Faithful

But i am just a little girl,

Mel

Friends: Cant live without them

If your school is filled with friends like mine, then maybe school wouldn't be a bad thing after all. 

My friends laugh at me, hit me and go through the most stressful times rushing for assignments and studying for exams together with me and at the end of the day, we can still say "see you bitches" and be A-okay.

All my colour pens

E-lee-liar-lyn

OngSi

OngSi with Lady Sasa

Macs for Lunch/Teatime

E's Nick Klaus? /Joseph Morgan

Acting all seductive

Puppy Dog look

But i am just a little girl,

Mel

My SUPER VAIN self shot camera

This is my SUPER VAIN self shot camera, the Samsung ST700



I got my Samsung ST700 camera sometime last year during the IT fair. I was contemplating it for awhile because i really liked its dual lcd function. I know, SUPER awesome for people who are vain like me. It also contains a myriad of functions such as frames and photo templates. It even includes a pose guide that teaches you how to pose! I finally decided to get it when i realised that the price dropped to $295 during the IT show when its original price was $400ish.

Love the camera though it cannot compare to my canon cameras in terms of picture quality and anti shake. I've experienced a lot of blur photos and bad quality in pictures with this camera especially when its taken at night. Unlike my previous canon cameras, i feel that my ST700 can only capture pictures well in the day or somewhere with strong lighting else the picture comes out really bad. I still love its dual LCD function and i totally enjoy my camera for the price that i paid!

Here are some pictures that i took using the different templates. Okay, please be warned that i have a lot of act cute poses. And that my face generally looks the same in most pictures. Thats because i only know how to pose these few ways.

Normal Day Lighting

Classic/Black and White

Sketch

Half-Dot

Half-Dot

So as you can see, i basically either smile or do the close mouth smile. Most of the time, my natural instinct is to smile or put up a peace sign. Sigh, i need to be more innovative with my poses!

But i am just a little girl,
Mel