Happy Holidays

The Chics are on holiday!! We're all over the world at the moment. We will update once we're all back from our holidays. And I'm sure we have loads to tell about what we bought during our holidays *wink*

So to our fellow Chic readers.. Happy New Year!!

-From UK-

p/s: i checked the price for that pants by Chanel. its a freaking GBP1535!!!!

shame on me...

...for not writing for a long time!
but, like how i am running out of hangers and closet space...i am also running out of things to write. nothing fashionably inspiring has come up so far...
maybe it's the year end syndrome.

talking about year ends...just about every store is on sale now!

in fact, while waiting for miss glam chic to arrive at klcc for lunch...i "stumbled" upon the Topshop sale.

my shopaholism overtook me...and despite spending so much already...i threw myself into the sale. i blame it on miss glam chic. she was very late. :)

i left the store feeling happy.

La Senza was also having a one day special. 20% off on all items (excl. promo items). Bought myself some pj's and bra panty sets. :)

and for those shoe lovers out there...Charles & Keith is also having their annual sale.

wonder how much would it cost..

This is going to be a short entry as I'm rushing for some reports to finish!

I was walking around KLCC last week and that thing on top caught my eyes!!
Not the top! But the trousers! Its a full length stain trousers with contrasted piping by Chanel.. *drool* It looks soooo comfortable! I don't really like wearing tight pants. I get really uncomfortable after awhile.

Two years back I bought a pantaloon from Paris. And after that, I'm into nice, comfy, baggy pants!! I need to find a replacement for my almost wear off pantaloons! I should have bought 3 pairs of it!! Darn it!

Sigh...wonder what is the price like. Bet its gonna bring down my bank balance to a single digit..

what should miss urban chic wear tomorrow?

burning a hole in my pocket...

...but feeling very full and satisfied.
the Malaysian Savings Sale is really that! Savings savings and more savings!
thought that the MNG sale would have won hands down in terms of creating that buzz and excitement for me. how wrong.

as i was inching in the traffic jam last night, i received an SMS.

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Banana Republic Sale starts Fri, 12 Dec. ENjoy add 10% off total nett purchase, from 12-21 Dec with Visa Credit Card. Visit BR@KLCC, Pavilion & Gardesn. T&Cs apply.
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*scream*
this ALSO means that Gap will be on sale very soon!
and i found out this morning that it IS on sale today.
*swoon*

so, did some pre-sale scouting online.

GAP Sale

i did notice that ruffles are very "in" this season. and coincidentally, i love love ruffles...:)
they also have a really cute tux vest, which i am also coincidentally loving at this mo...

i am also definitely checking out the jeans, which i tried on months ago. it was really pricey, so i didn't get it. let's hope these are on really good discounts too...

Banana Republic
didn't see much online. BR is usually more expensive...so, not banking too much on this. nevertheless still worth checking out...:) hopefully i will be pleasantly surprise...hehehe

Happy Shopping my fellow Shopaholics!

MNG sale starts today!

to my upmost disbelief, i stumbled upon MNG's year end sale. why disbelief?
because i didn't get my usual notification!
and i did not come prepared for it!

for example...i did not wear a spaghetti strap/tank top so that i can comfortably try on the clothes out in the open (and not the dressing room...have you SEEN the queues for these sales???)

and i did not do my usual pre-sale scout!

thankfully, today i chose to walk on the "other side" of Suria KLCC.
there was a ridiculous number of crazed-looking females fighting for that piece they have been eyeing for months.

rushed with adrenaline, i joined the troup and ensured i covered every rack and every shelf.
feeling satisfied, and uncomfortably trying the tops on top of my long-sleeved tee (i really had to use my imagination to see if it would look good sans long-sleeved tee).

and i came out (satisfied!) with these...

A basic long-sleeved tee. I like the material on this as it has a mixture of cotton & modal (a really light and soft textured material!). got this in purple.
RM95 RM55

Another basic tee with the modal mixture. I love the unique ruched/frill design in the middle!
RM99 RM65

A pretty basic knit-vest. i like the cropped look, as it gives an edgy look to any plain top/tank top.
RM35 (not sure about original price, as it was not listed)

a very pretty top. not a fan of the ribbon-y belt. would probably cut this off and pair it with my own belt.
RM129 RM60

saw these pair of jeans months ago. have always been a bit scared to get skinny jeans. what i like about these, is that there are zippers running at the side of the legs. so, if my gigantic calves gets stuck...i can just unzip! i also adore the wide waist band, which usually flatters big-bottoms like mine. :)
RM199 RM99

will definitely check out mng @ the curve next, cause they usually have more stuff!
so, if you see me (and know it IS me)...don't be shy! holla at me!

winter fashion is so blah...

the only reason why i am grumbling is because there is no winter in malaysia.
therefore, we would look really odd in those beautiful trench-coats, funky jackets, cute pea-collared coats and such.
despite all that, we still wear tights & stockings with dresses and skirts and the odd scarf. but i do believe that would be the limit in this tropical country.

however, saying that..."our winter" consists of rain, rain and lots more rain. and therefore, our "fashion trends" should tailor to this instead.

here are my favourite things to wear in the rain (not literally IN the rain...but WHEN it rains)...

1. Scarfs/Pashminas/Keffiyahs
this versatile piece of accessory is a wonderful cover up when you get caught in the rain. not only does it keep you warm, this chic & fashionable item also protects your clothes when you are waiting for a cab/bus/ride. and if you are afraid of catching a cold, you could also shift this to cover your head instead! perfect.

2. Caps/Hats
on the topic of covering your head...it really is wise to cover your head when you are running to your car. what with the acidic rain that befells us, you could also ruin your coloured hair while falling sick at the same time.
however, when choosing a cap or hat, please ensure it is not something that will shrink in water (e.g. wool, but does not include acrylic) or leaves a ghastly stain (e.g. suede).

3. Hooded sweaters
i practically survived in these during my uni years (winters in bath consists of rain, rain and more rain). a very practical item, which when matched with certain items can be very fashionable (in a sporty & urban way). you can also wear them on the way to the gym, if you don't want to walk around in that more revealing sports top. try a cropped version. my favourite one is from mng.

4. any bottom that does not sweep the floor
picture this. wearing that oh-so-comfy jeans, which usually looks good with high heels...but heck it's your off day...so, you wear it with that oh-so-comfy flats. rain. you are running to your car. when you get in, everything up to your knee is drenched. because with every inflicting step or stride you take...you will splash MORE water onto yourself.
so, what DO you wear it with?!
skirts are good as they are easier to hold up (just ensure you don't hold it up to your crotch and do a britney!).
cropped pants and shorts are also very "practical" in this weather.

Note: avoid chiffon and silk. not very agreeable in the rain.

5. shoes shoes shoes
most shoes don't do so well in rain. especially your 4-figured pair of high heels.
leather, suede and cloth espeically don't do so well.
the best are...rubber flip flops and CROCS.
i definitely adore my favourite CROCS mary janes. it is comfy, it is not as bulky as the other CROCS and it it doesn't matter if i submerge it in water or not.

but, of course...sometimes you get "caught in the rain". and of course...you are wearing that said 4-figured pair of high heels. so, what do you do?
WALK BAREFOOT OBVIOUSLY!!!

so, there you go. a complete outfit covering the necessities for those rainy days. oh, and don't forget to bring your hair serum. if you are like me, my hair frizzes up into a messy poufball as soon as it gets into contact with rain water. :p

and if all else fails...an umbrella would be very useful.

rimmel is here!

did you know that...rimmel has been around for two whole decades? all the way from the 1800's!

originating from london, you won't expect less than kate moss as their brand ambassador. a fashionista and trend setter in her own league, she was an apt choice to appeal to the youth segment. she is also probably the most "copied" celebrity (minus the drugs and drinking problem) in our time.

i used to be a fan of rimmel, which was readily available at major pharmacies in the UK (e.g. boots & superdrug). my favourite product was their eyeliner, which can be smudged perfectly but long-wearing enough for it NOT to bleed or over smudge.

but, that was 3 years ago (dang i am old). since then, i have changed my eyeliner brand from benefit to shu eumera to loreal to lancome.

so, it was a pleasant surprise when i saw the new rimmel counter at watson's (so far, i have only spotted it in suria klcc).
i am pretty sure they have changed their products after 3 years, so i don't think i can get the same eyeliner again!

anyhows, i took their booklet of products and thought i'd share it with you.
p/s: took a glimpse at their pricing and i have to say...it is very reasonably priced. could definitely compete with maybelline and loreal.

Eyes
Mascara
there are so many types of mascaras available. whether you want a lengthener, volumiser, curler, etc...choices are quite extensive.

Magnif' Eyes Mascara
Claims: ultra-extending, eye opening mascara. 70% ore vertical lashes and outstanding lash lift.

Glam' Eyes Mascara (Must try!)
Claims: super volume, high definition mascara. grooms each lash for a spectacular 10x volume.

Volume Extend
Claims: Lash extending & building mascara. up to 15x more volume and up to 50% more length & curve

Extra Super Length (Must try!)

Claims: Suitable for sensitive eyes. ophtalmological tested. contains hydrogels that form an ultra-smooth film on the lashes that is ideal for building layer upon layer with no clumps & no lashes sticking together.

Eyeshadow & Liners

Colour Rush Mono & Duo

Claims: Super soft, blendable eye shadow that lasts for up to 8 hours. Long lasting wear.

Exagerrate Automatic Waterproof Eye Definer

Claims: Strong sexy eyes. Colour that hits you between the eyes. (Gosh...this doesn't tell me ANYTHING)

Extreme definition two-tone eye definer (Must try!)
Claims: ultra-precise for accentuating your eyes with extreme definition. Outline, fill in and blend with high-fidelity pigments. long lasting, water resistant, crease resistant colour.
(ooOoo...could this be the imporvised version of my fave rimmel product??)


Exaggerate liquid eye liner
Claims: bold, precision contour around the lash line. long lasting, easy to use.

Lips

Lasting Finish Lipstick (Must try!)
Claims: locks colour to lips for up to 8 hours wear. 50% more colour. soft, smooth, comfortable formula.

Exaggerate auto lip liner
Claims: soft textured, fine tipped automatic liner. full volume colour definition to lips.

Lips gloss vinyl stars (similar to Vinyl Gloss)
Claims: mirror shine lipgloss. lightweight & non-sticky. perfectly pampering formula which glides onto your lips for a perfect & sparkling mirror-finish pout. watch sparks fly (scary!)


Shock Gloss (Must try!)
Claims: transparent, thick layer for the ultimate gloss lacquer finish. Deluxe Spatula Applicator slicks lacquer to lips for a lusciously plump 3-D effect. (wow)



Sweet jelly
Claims: deliciously sweet, fabulously juicy. non-sticky formula (very similar to lancome, loreal and maybelline).

Face Stuff

Cool Matte Mousse
Claims: revolutionary aqua cool formula keeps skin matte for 16 hours. airlight mousse texture blends easily. transfer resistant. medium to high coverage. keep your cool (yeesh, i thought it had menthol or something!).

Pearl glow powder (No pic available) (Must try!)
Claims: finishing powder to create a luminous & radiant smooth skin look. shimmering finishing flow. long lasting. fragrance free. developed in japan for asian skin


Hide the blemish
Claims:creamy concealer stick that blends to camouflage dark circles & blemishes.

Blush with brush
Claims: silky smooth powder for a natural healthy colour (i used to really like their bronzers. not sure if they will bring this into malaysia...)

i am a marketer's dream. it is funny how i am a marketer myself...and yet i never fail to fall for their marketing gimmicks. the beautiful packaging. the well-crafted descriptions.
for example, i totally get sucked by Benefit. :)

oh...did i forget to mention? besides shoes...i am a makeup & cosmetics junkie. big time. my husband has no space for his 1 bottle of perfume and gel on the dressing table, because it is spilling over with my stuff... hihi...

when you are a pear shape like me, there are many tricks to making ourselves look more hourglass rather than heavy bottomed.
you could...

1. wear tops with necklines that widens your shoulders. balance our your top & bottom to give an illusion of a proportionate body shape.
2. add volume to your shoulders. frilly sleeves, flutter sleeves, puffed sleeves, kimono sleeves...
3. some decolletage. though, be warned...excessive cleavage is just unsightful and makes people cringe with discomfort.
4. a-line skirts are supposed to be a godsend. but i still have not found a pair that is just right. as, i don't wear short skirts...i am still searching for that perfect calf-length skirt.
5. empire dresses are great, as it disguises heavy hips and saddle bags. maxis...minis...you can find it anywhere. (these are also great for expecting moms!)
6. dark bottoms. just don't even attempt light-coloured bottoms. only heaven knows (and maybe some other people around me) how i have committed this fashion no-no. *sigh*
7. accessorise, accessorise...and accessorise some more. but don't overdo it! you don't want to end up looking like a hoochie! my personal favourite this season, is the scarf or keffiyah. you can spruce up your outfit with anything that focuses on anything waist and above (and not below!)
8. heels are made to bring the sex-y back. i love shoes. be it heels or flats. be it pumps or sandals. i love them simple, i love them bling-ed, i love them bright...and i love them funky. however, it IS a proven fact that heels elongates your pins (read: legs). long legs means slimmer hips. so, strut your thang in the your favourite stilettos and pear-shape you will no longer look...:)

well, i hope this helps my fellow pear shapes. i do follow these guidelines when shopping, dressing up, etc. but these are not steadfast rules. play. experiment. break SOME rules!

why the keffiyah works for pear shapes...

i am very pleased with my RM30 keffiyah scarf.
i finally braved myself to wear it to work.
a bit concerned that i will look a bit odd wearing a scarf in this hot weather, i decided to match my keffiyah with a mega watt smile.

first off, what do i wear this keffiyah with??
if it was a casual affair, i would probably pair it with a tank top.
but i was thinking of smarting it up for work.

hence, this was my combo for that day:

long-sleeved tee + long black bootcut trousers + black suede high heels + keffiyah (off course!)

be inspired...haha!

admittedly, the reason why i decided to try this fashion trend was because i thought it was a very nice way of accessoring.
COINCIDENTALLY, i realised that...i actually looked "slimmer" wearing this!
it is a known fact...pear shapes should "heavy up" on the top part of the body to balance it with the wider hips.
wearing this scarf put an illusion of (way bigger) boobs and even disguises that belly bloat (if any!).

if you need more proof...wear it, and then look at your side profile.
the volume at your chest is now more proportionate to your curvy booty!

:)

i love keffiyahs. it is a wonderful accessory.
and i don't care if it is "so last season".
as long as the weather is not too hot...this is definitely my no. 1 accessory this year.

Glasses

Hmm.. I think I have to face the possibility of me having to wear glasses. Went to 2 optometrist for a quick eye check-up and both kinda confirmed that I need them. But when I told them I can see everything fine..near or far..they say "Its up to you"... Well advise me already!


eyewear by LuvlyOda
Anyway, I will if I can find one that really really suits me..hehehe.. Now, lets see.. what shape or type of glasses suits me??

From research, this is what the internet says:

Face shape and type of glasses...
Round
A round face has curvilinear lines with the width and length in the same proportions and no angles. To make the face appear thinner and longer, try angular narrow eyeglass frames to lengthen the face, a clear bridge that widens the eyes and frames that are wider than they are deep, such as a rectangular shape.

Oval
The oval face is considered to be the ideal shape because of its balanced proportions. To keep the oval's natural balance, look for eyeglass frames that are as wide as (or wider than) the broadest part of the face, or walnut-shaped frames that are not too deep or too narrow.

Square
A square face has a strong jaw line and a broad forehead, plus the width and length are in the same proportions. To make the square face look longer and soften the angles, try narrow frame styles, frames that have more width than depth and narrow ovals.

Yup! Its a lot of work determining which one to choose! Not to forget, how much am I willing to spend on a pair of glasses?!

yaay! ur first entry miss bohemian!

miss bohemian chic..the OBVIOUS thing to do in regards to your recent (and first) post is TO BUY A NEW BAG!!! hehehehe...

and you should have one emergency bag as a back up for the one you are currently using. oh! then you should have an emergency bag for the emergency bag for incase the first emergency bag fails.. oh! to really really really prepare your self for the worst case scenario, have a closet full of bags! hehehehe..

aren't we girls practical *wink*

Case of the Eyeliner Monster

it all started on one fine morning, during the usual mad scramble for work. you see, my normal routine everyday would be (in 10 mins): dab some powder, slap on some lip balm, line my eyes, don the hijab and go. just imagine my head like a production line conveyor and my hands are machinery arms putting all the pieces together, except my head is not actually revolving of course. so if one step is missed, the whole routine would crash as the whole mechanism would fail and i'd feel terribly incomplete to start a day's work ahead.

so on that fateful morning, one hand was dabbing the powder and the other was groping everywhere in my plus-sized bag for the liner. after a fair bit of searching i still couldn't locate it, be it in its usual pocket or any other area in the bag. by then the alarms in my head started to go off and i turned my full attention to search for that elusive eyeliner. i'd have to tell you i'm a huge fan of eyeliner and at any one time i would usually have 3 different colors in possession...so imagine my horror when i couldn't find all 3! where can my precious eyeliners be?? seeing that i was already 30 mins late for work, i decided to just leave it and investigate later.

so the days after that was spent searching for the eyeliners. i ransacked my room, interrogated my sister, cleaned out my car (just in case) but they were nowhere to be found. i even bought another eyeliner to soothe my sorrows.

until one day...i was searching for something in my bag when i felt a long shape under the bag lining. curiosity got the better of me so i emptied out the contents to see what was this mystery thing hiding in there (told you my bag was huge :P) and how i could get it out. it turns out there was this small itty bitty hole in the side pocket, big enough for to poke a finger through. so i vigorously guided the mystery thing to reach the hole and yes, you guessed it...it was one of my eyeliners! order was restored again in bohemian-land! thus this happy moment of discovery lead me to search my bag again for any more stuff hiding in there...as a result i found the other 2 eyeliners in there AND my lip gloss which i though i misplaced somewhere.

so girls (and boys), there's valuable lesson to be learned by all of us here...invest in a good makeup bag to store your cosmetics! u never know when the eyeliner monster will attack :D

it's that time of the year again!

sale sale sale!
i have got drool coming down my chin, my legs are all jittery with excitement and i can practically hear my credit cards screaming for help (or is that my husband?)

starting this week, there are many Sales going on.
these are a few of them...

Coach Sale

My mama-in-law was kind enough to give me her pass to go for Coach's VIP Preview Sale!
I really like Coach Sales. The past sales i went to (not preview sales though) gave me 30% off the handbags! And with these sales, i have managed to "grow" my handbag collection.
soon, i will be able to have a "handbag closet" just like the one Juliet Draper has in Cashmere Mafia Season 1... *melt*

and here are the handbags i am looking out for.

Resort Leather Shoulder
i absolutely love the unique knot-ty handle on this. and the colour! looks as yummy as a bubblegum!

Canvas Leah Tote
a rather unusual yet interesting monogram look to this. very edgy!
it comes with a detachable long strap, for you to wear across your body.

these are quite NEW bags. so i am unsure if they are available in malaysia. or even on sale!
my other options are...

Ergo Convertible Tote
i have always loved this matt gold look. and this is so chic!

Soho Leather Satchel
Gorgeous red. 'nuff said.

Leah Wristlets
*sigh*. i can never get enough of their wristlets. best things to be created ever.
it may be time to replace my well-worn beige wristlet that mcdreamy bought for me. and they also have the nice colourful striped ones! (hopefully in malaysia too!)
this multicoloured design was also in the form of a clutch maybe 3-4 seasons ago. but i couldn't afford it at that time. so i missed it. *sigh*

Burberry Sale
i have never bought anything from burberry. cause i usually know about their sales
WAY TOO LATE. by the time i get there...everything is GONE (except for some not really nice ones). however, this time...because i am a hsbc customer, i received an sms.

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Get 5X Rewards Points at Burberry Sale @ Suria KLCC & Pavilion with your HSBC Credit Card from Nov 27 - Nov 30 2008. Burberry's T&Cs apply.
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ooOooo...
so, maybe i will just "check it out".
as usual, before i go to any store, i always "investigate" online.
here are some bags that caught my eye online. again, might not be available in Malaysia. but we will see.

Baby Beaton Tote
i try not to buy conventional bags (the rebel in me). so, i prefer unique looking ones. like this!
a drawstring bag. prefer it in black trimmings though.

Haymarket Shoulder Tote
another interesting shape. love the belt-like buckle.
Drawstring Tote
another interesting matt gold. or as they call it...goldstone.
i am very interested in across body bags right now. think it looks effortlessly stylish. i like.

Isetan Sale

starts this Friday 28 November 2008. i am only interested in one thing.
the nine west shoes that i totally fell in love with more than a month ago.
the...'infiniti'...

luxurious suede and a cute buckle at the front. what sold me were the heels. looks chunky, but if you look from another angle, it looks really slim.
and despite the 4-inch height, it is super comfy.
*melt*
i think, even if it is not on sale...i will still get this. simply because i will need it for my costume. and after doing the "investment-calculation" (based on amount paid and no. of times used)...this will be a good pair of "investment".

i "heart" nine west.

FJ Benjamin Warehouse Sale

housing all their brands, like Gap, Banana Republic, Guess, La Senza and others...i have had many wonderful (and not so wonderful) experiences at this sale.
usually packed to the brim, you would need to be super determined to fight through the crowd.
the discounts are rather good.
i love to get basic tops from banana republic here. usually i can get it between RM50-RM80 per top. not bad.

so, if you are not doing anything this weekend...make your way to Park Royal Hotel (Orchid Ballroom on Level 2) from 10am to 7pm.

TIPS:

1. Don't bring a handbag. Cause you would need to submit it at the front. Just bring a wristlet, which you can dangle on your wrist (duh!) and hence not obstructing your shopping galore.
2. Wear a tank top/spaghetti strap top underneath your top. this way, you don't have to queue up for the dressing booths (VERY LONG QUEUE). better still, if you also pair this with a skirt...that way you can try on bottoms at the same time.

i don't think i can make it for this sale. too busy a weekend. *sigh*...maybe next time.

so my fellow shopaholics...SHOP SHOP SHOP...and SHOP till you DROP!
however, don't spend uselessly. there IS a credit crunch (read: recession) coming up soon (the good citizen in me...muahahaha)

xoxo