Looks We Love
Forgive the two week hiatus, now we're back with another round of Looks We Love, where we gather inspirational pieces from regional fashion bloggers!
Fashion News from Around the World
While all the rage may have been plus-sized models, another new breed of models are coming up through the limelight - physically challenged models. Shock and horror, perhaps? But none more so than the news of Lily Allen quitting music to pursue a new career! In other news, everybody's favourite high street store dabbles in beauty, while Malayia votes for their most trusted names and China denounces the most overrated brands in their country. Come find out the deets in this week's fashion news around the world.
New On The Block: Sometime (MY)
Our New On The Block this week, Sometime boutique, will take you through time with its boutique ambience and collection. Inspired by the 1980 movie, Somewhere in Time, this vintage lifestyle boutique is making it work amongst the trend based stores in Bangsar.
This Week in Chic
To end February, there are a number of events to attend such as Fashion Flirt: A tribute to Alexander McQueen, Puma Spring/Summer 2010 Fashion Show with Da Mouth - because Tongue in Chic team be styling the runway, gizmoOnline Series 2 and sales such as The Great Clearance Sale of Janeville and Sun Sunset Bazaar. Glam Street Fashion Bazaar will start off the shopping spree in March, Up north in Hongkong, there will be Cloth Haven Flea Market, and our neighbour will be holding their first urban fashion market called J-town Creative Junction. Also, time to party it up at Mambo Jambo presents Venus (Theme Party) and FAB presents Film & Big Screen (Theme Party) in Zouk. The date for Kings of Convenience LIVE in Malaysia is coming near, have you bought your tickets yet? And last but not least, the FLEASHLIGHTBATTERY Flea Market.
New On The Block: Ashes (MY)
Step into Ashes boutique in Bangsar and you'll feel like you have just been transported to a New York loft - with the white walls and minimalistic designs, it all spells Big Apple chic!
New On The Block: Graffi Tee at One Utama (MY)
People run to comfort in any situations, whether in a form of a tub of ice cream, fat pants or the most common item to grab when you're in a rush; the T-shirt (find out how you can personalised any old tee here). Graffi Tee is here to modernise the concept of T-shirt in their new collection of witty messages and colourful graphic shirts!
Blog Shop: House of Allure (MY)
For this week's Blog Shop, I'm going to share one of my favourite places to shop for basic dresses that prioritizes comfort, but are suitable for fancy ocassions - House of Allure!
Salabianca & Philosophy Men X Tiger
In conjunction with the festive season and the year of the Tiger, Salabianca and Philosophy Men decided to collaborate with Tiger beer, the Official Beer of the Year.
Blog Shop: The Black Apple (MY)
Many blogshops have been opting for a website layout rather than a pure blogshop feel about it. I stumbled upon The Black Apple last week, and their neat interface and variety of items that differ from mass blogshops are two of the main pulling factors that's drawing me in right now.
Blog Savvy: DISTRIKMODE (MY)
Getting daily updates from Distrikmode has developed my curiousity and admiration of their amazing style even further. At a glance, Distrikmode seems professionally done, the posts are mostly about fashion, style tips and a little on the personal side. But when you dig deeper, you will find out that the two fabulous girls behind the fashion blog are actually Malaysians!
New On The Block: The Old Blossom Box Store (MY)
Last Saturday, the dainty Malaysian blogshop The Old Blossom Box finally opened its doors to the public. Find out what went down and who came dressed to the theme of Sweet Candy that night!
This Week in Chic
Seems like the next two months is going to be busy! Ending the month of January is Transgression - A Photo Exhibition and Maizen KL Sale. Don't forget to place your order in CNY Kate Spade Pre-Order Sale. Dress your best at Wardrobe Frenzy ft DJ Misty. Style Maestro Jujiin Samonte will be showcasing Exhibit Number One and our Stylista Dewi Utari is organising a charity: Fashion Wipe Out. Thirtyfour Sample Clearance Sale and Che Che Flea Market for those looking for discounted prices. Take your girlfriends out for an evening at Miss Selfridge A Fashionista Evening. Another fashion launch event happening at the end of the month, POPRINA 2010: New Collection Launch. The first weekend before CNY and Valentine's is hectic; rush off to three flea markets in one go - The Threadszoo Bazaar Volume 01 2010, Bizarre Bazaar 4 and Lelong Lelong 4. Soak up the sun, dance to the music and shop at Flea & Splash. If you're looking for something different, visit my | 4-walls: more than just a photo exhibition. Take your pick in supporting local talents at Sentral Stage Models 2010 and Barefoot. In March, we have the long anticipated Kings of Convenience LIVE! in Malaysia. While two themed parties have been lined up for you; Mambo Jambo presents Venus (Theme Party) and FAB presents Film & Big Screen (Theme Party).
Fashion News from Around the World
2010 may the be Year of the Tiger in the Chinese zodiac, but in fashion, the new year will go down as the Year of the Plus-size. Asos is launching a new range titled Curve and Marks & Spencer is touted to create their line of plus-size lingerie. In other news, old becomes new again as Ray-Ban launches a new Spring 2010 collection for their classic Wayfarers and Gucci releases an online portal that appraises your bag and its worth. New releases in the region to round up this week's fashion news from around the world; Coach launches their flagship store in Shanghai while Malaysia finds an answer to UK high street brand, Topshop in People's Republic.
New on The Block: Pink Tattoos & Wheel Love Skateshop
They say two is better than one! That is precisely what this boutique is offering - two funky stores in one outlet. Everyone meet, Wheel Love Skateshop and Pink Tattoos.
This Week in Chic
This weekend might be a good time to visit your pals by the Subang vicinity as Fashionista Bazaar, Bijou Bazaar X MAS Touchdown Charity Event and Enspired Bazaar Ushering 2010 Part 2 are all taking place not far from one another. If you're closer to the city, then head over to Charity Bazaar by Soroptimist Club of Ampang. Sze Accessories finally will be available physically at Isetan KLCC. Don't forget to visit Vincent Paul Yong's Transgression - A Photo Exhibition at KLCC and take your time to go to Maizen KL Sale for some happy sales shopping - with 65% markdown. Lastly this weekend, Malaysia Chocolate Fair will be the first to showcase chocolates of all kinds, in one stop; Midvally Exhibition Centre. Friends down south, get check out A week long pop up store featuring Reckless Erica + ELOHIM by Sabrina Goh @ Stamford House (SG). Do also take note on of the Lelong Lelong 3 @ Asia Cafe SS15 (MY) for a calm weekend after a night of partying at Green Room Presents 2ManyDjs (Live) @ KL Live (MY).
Blog Shop: Soak Republic (MY)
With the emergence of new blogshops everyday, there seem to be an overlapping variety of products. My ideal go to blogshop is one that has a nice clean layout and carries a variety of products that are affordable. It terms of accessories, Soak Republic fills up all the requirements above!
Blog Shop: Beautiful Disaster (MY)
As one of the most talked about blogshops here at TiC, how did it slip our minds to write a feature on Beautiful Disaster for our Blog Shop section? So without further ado, here's one of our favourite blogshops and the home of quirky feather headbands; Beautiful Disaster.
Rounding Up the Noughties: One Decade of Asian Fashion
The noughties are closing in and it seems like we have seen such great developments in the fashion industry of South East Asia in these 10 years. Although it has always been an unconventional field, fashion has fought through for acceptance in this region and it will only get better. So before we countdown to the start of a new calender, let's take a look at some of the turning point in fashion - the past decade, in South East Asia!
Where & Wear : Jimmy Choo 72 PEP Photography Session
Jimmy Choo Malaysia recently hosted a Photography Session in conjunction with the launch of Project PEP Collection at Jimmy Choo boutique, KLCC. Along with the fancy champagne, find out what else went down!
This Week in Chic
New Years Eve is just a few days away and we will be at the biggest most anticipated party of the year: FUTURE presents The Bloody Beetroots and Basement Jaxx! If you're still scouting for retail sales, Pot Meets Pop Denim Warehouse Sale is still going on until the end of the year. MaxMara and Marina Rinaldi is also having further sale reduction after Christmas day. Flea Titan IV will be one of the biggest flea market and music event to welcome the first weekend of the year at Singapore. Not forgetting for those in Malaysia, we're pampered with three big bazaars on the same week: Bizarre Bazaar Part 3, Lelong Lelong 3 and Enspired Bazaar. As for another alternative to shopping, our TiC Style Award nominee and one of Malaysia's fashion photographers, Vincent Paul Yong will be having his first solo exhibition called Transgression - A Photo Exhibition at KLCC.
