New on the Block: ActuallyActually (SG)
The Actually... store has earned itself a space in the hearts of the stylish folk of Singapore for it's genre-boundary pursuit of chicness. However in the past, their range has tended to skew towards males, while we double-x chromosomed beings looked on in envy. Well, dismiss the green-eyed monster because Actually... has just opened a new parellel store called ActuallyActually. With it's focus set on the international style pulse, ladies, you're not going to want to miss this.
Blog Shop: LUCYD ACYD (SG)
If there’s one thing that I’m currently enjoying the most here in Singapore so far (I transferred here a month ago), has gotta be the shopping! Not only does the malls in Singapore pops out like mushrooms after a rainy day but the blog shops here are also definitely on par with those of established international online stores. One of my favourite so far is definitely LUCYD ACYD – even the name itself got me excited!
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.
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).
Blog Shop: Oh So Fickle (SG)
They say the grass is always greener on the other side. When I stumbled upon this blogshop, I immediately fell in love and wished I had a Paypal account to buy the clothes from the website or lived within the same geographical location as this amazing blogshop. Before I go on any further, I give you our Blog Shop of the week - Oh So Fickle!
Where & Wear: Yeah Yeah Yeahs Live! in Singapore
We know fans of Yeah Yeah Yeahs, the Karen O-fronted art rock band, always come to performances dressed to the nines so when the band held a live show in Singapore, we hunted down the most stylish people in the crowd!
Winners of Tongue in Chic Annual Style Awards '09: Blog Category
The rise of the blogosphere in 2009 meant a shift in power and fashion bloggers became the new It girls, stylists and front row VIPs. They were celebrated and big brands saw the opportunity through the personal opinions of these bloggers. Blogshops were also one of the new alternatives favoured by shopaholics, convenient while offering the same variety as physical stores but at more affordable prices . We also asked you to cast in your votes for the Best of Tongue in Chic last year.
Congratulations to the winners of Tongue in Chic Annual Style Awards '09 Blog Category!
Fashion News from Around the World
'Tis a new week but boy, the fashion world knows no rest. Did Lindsay Lohan apply the CTRL+C feature for her 6126 fashion line? The new Zara iPhone app earns frowns of disappoinment? But the bad come with the good and you could stand to win backstage passes and front row tickets for New York Fashion Week. Also, which would you rather get; a personality approved hairdo or a Chanel tattoo on your body? Read all about it after the jump.
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).
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: Bugis Street (SG)
If you've been following us on Twitter (@Tictweets), Then you probably know that TiC played Style Scout in Singapore not too long ago. We headed to Bugis Street where the fashion-loving crowd was definitely out to play.
Fashion News from Around the World
Everyone expected Kate Moss to be number 1, but she only placed 10th. So who exactly did Vogue crown as Best Dressed of 2009? Another noteworthy young designer is on the rise after winning Fashion Designer of 09 in Singapore, while Christopher Kane does what he does best and creates a new line of prints for his collaboration with Opening Ceremony (although animals need not apply). V Magazine also showcases how one size can fit all in their plus-sized editorial, and get your Louboutins, Blahniks and Choos ready for "Sex and the City 2", it's set to knock you off your stilettos! All this in today's fashion news around the world roundup!
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.
Fashion News from Around The World
Asia is given some star wattage as the premier shopping destination with the opening of the Forever 21 flagship store, the landmark Hermès boutique and Abercrombie & Fitch. And what's this, North Korea is the new place to watch for place to go for trendy jeans? Of course, New York remains tha mecca of the fashion pack and Project Runway recognizes the fact by returning back to the home state. Also in the news, one of the Top 10 models of 2009 boycotted the Alexander McQueen Spring/Summer 2010 runway because of the 'armadillo' shoes and Lisa Loeb of 90s springboards from her signature style to create cat-eyed frames.
Blog Savvy: Camerafilmroll (SG)
A smile can make a big difference! And that is how you recognize the sweet Becks Kho of Camerafilmroll; through her sincere smile on her style photos.
Uniforms for the Dedicated @ Actually... (SG)
Ok we've talked about the other cult brands that are being sold at Actually... in Singapore, here's another one we can't resist talking about simply because it makes the men around us look extra savvy and their ad campaign isn't too shoddy either. Everyone, take a peek at Uniform for the Dedicated!
Elvine @ Actually... (SG)
When we talk about Sweden, we think of sophistication. We see streetstyle blog favourites being Swedish men and women that have given a new edge to simplicity - the creative results from the combination of the country's history and emergence of new subcultures. At the heart of it all, Elvine takes on the 2 features of Sweden and embraces it as its design philosophy - "Sophisticated clothes for unsophisticated behaviour".
[BL_NK] @ Actually... (SG)
For the most part, initial talk of Korea will bring to mind these three tidbits: kimchi, rhinoplasty and Rain (who I secretly call "Strange Six"; 6 pack abs on a 6 year old face). But there's a rising star in Korea and his name is one to watch. Chung Jae-woong is an upcoming designer who is slowly staking his name in the global fashion scene. He most recently placed as one of the final 5 contestants for Project Runway Korea where he stood out for his innovative use of draping. You can get a load of his collection, [BL_NK] which is now available at Actually... in Singapore.
Blog Savvy: Full Clothes (SG)
Formerly known as FashBlog Focus, Blog Savvy highlights fashion bloggers from around the region; and you know we have featured some of the region’s top fashion bloggers with the freshest style. This time around, we travel down south to Singapore via the World Wide Web to visit a petite stylista, Eleh Lin.
Beauty on Tuesdays: The Beauty Emporium (SG)
by Stacey Chia.
I live in bustling city - Singapore, and sometimes I just want to get away from it all. The lights, the sound and the heat! I long for a sanctuary not too far away and yet still possesses a kind of serenity. I thought I found it in The Barracks Café, nestled deep within Dempsey Hill with lots of comfort food and a cosy atmosphere.
Now, every trip to The Barracks Café is twice the fun with a new addition to the Spa Esprit family.
