Last weekend, we celebrated the birthdays of two people who are dearest to me, Alvin & Veron at once. I reserved an executive suite in the heart of the city for 2 nights so that Alvin and I got to spend some quiet time together. Ironic? Yes! Despite being in the city center, the weekend was still a relaxing one because we didn't even have to leave the hotel. We ordered take-out from GoGourmet and chilled in the bathtub with a bottle of the high-maintenance pinot noir. Pure decadence!

[Bag - Mango; Belt - Moschino; Watches - Omega (Mine) & Tag Hauer (Alvin's); Clutch - H&M; Gold Bangle - Forever 21; Owl Ring - Forever 21; Nail polish - O.P.I]

We met Veron, Calvin and the rest at Luna Bar. At night, the roof-top pool of the hotel is transformed into the coolest hang-out place fit for any stylish KLite. I've always wanted to go to Luna Bar but since I'm not a party girl who is into drinking, I never found an excuse to hit the place.

A birthday celebration is never complete without a cake (or cakes). I got them customized overly sweet (literally) cup cakes which says "Happy B'day Veron And Ken" instead of the conventional and boring birthday cake. Although he's so accustomed to people calling him Alvin, I like calling him by his chinese name because if he's Ken, then it makes me a Barbie. :)

My Style Scrapbook

I've mentioned that I'd like to revamp my blog. Although I'll still be blogging about personal stuff like special moments with family and friends, I'd like to steer towards a creative direction; my sartorial journey and fashion photography. Some may find it frivolous but these are the things I'm passionate about, just like people collecting stamps or coins. So, here is a recap of my outfit photos that I've compiled. You can say that my blog will be my style scrapbook from now on. :)

More Tiffany

I've been neglecting and revisiting my blog for the umptenth times. The reason I've not been updating is simply because I'd like to give it a major revamp. There are way too many editing tasks to deal with and I'm not a PC literate kinda girl. Here is the first post of the year, a sampler of what's more to come:

My boyfriend got me this Elsa Peretti open heart necklace with an aquamarine for Valentine's Day. A new addition to my collection of Tiffany's jewelry. Isn't he the sweetest?

And my sis got me this organizer in the same shade from Korea with "Paris, Je t'aime" written on the sleeve. Don't you just love how pretty the Tiffany box is?

Like The Princess In A Fairy Tale!

When my sister announced the date of her wedding reception, I was determined to find a stunning evening dress for the day. It's not everyday that I get to attend an event comparable to the Oscar. Alright, maybe not Oscar but it should have been a black tie event or something close to a black tie event. Besides, I've always wanted a custom-made Zang Toi evening dress. It's the closest thing I get to couture. The designer at Zang Toi suggested a long black velvet dress. The design was indeed very sophisticated and elegant but I wanted something princessy. I didn't get a Zang Toi dress though.

Then, I found that perfect dress. The moment I saw it, I knew it was the one. It was "Love At First Sight". Priced at RM1099, it was rather expensive, considering it wasn't Zang Toi. It was neither BCBG nor Bebe. Once I've put it on, I didn't want to take it off. The dress totally worth the hefty price tag. Of course they had to temporarily pin me into the dress to fit my petite frame. After some minor alterations, it fits like a glove.

Although I didn't get myself a Zang Toi dress, I managed to score myself a pair of Zang Toi diamante stilettos

Stunning Dress - Check

Killer Heels - Check

Still, the look wouldn't be complete without a trip to Celeb Trendz. The day of the wedding reception was very hectic for everyone in the family. Once we were done with the traditional ceremony during the morning session, we had to rush to Tropicana Golf & Country Club for the dinner. I barely had time to get my hair done. I went knocking on Jimmy's door at Celeb Trendz for help. I was there earlier than my appointment, worrying I might not be able to make it to dinner on time. He was so accommodating that he put me and my mom in a special room full of privacy even though his schedule was full. He even slot my mom in without an appointment. He's my life saver. The day wouldn't be the same without him.

Jimmy suggested I pulled my hair up for a sleek look but I was too caught up with the princessy look that I insisted on letting my hair down. I should have listened to him. I really think I would look better with my hair up in a sophisticated way. Nobody knows my hair better than him, not even myself.

I compiled those moments in a video and published it onto Youtube for the first time. With the dress and stilettos fit for a princess, it felt like a fairy tale. Hence the title of the video.

I made it into a HD video, so it might take some time to load. Click the pause button and let it load prior viewing.

Thanks for viewing!

Hen & Cock Night (Pun Intended)

Last Sunday was the wedding reception of my sister. It was so successful that it deserved a standing ovation. I'm just glad that she is happy. Backdated two days before, she held a hen night party. She rented a one room suite in the heart of the city just in case someone passed out or got so drunk that she couldn't drive home. We checked in at 7pm and camwhored a little while waiting for other girls to show up.

While waiting, we went to grab some Italian pizzas nearby and several caucasians hit on us in less than 30 minutes. Yeah! Yeah! Yeah! Tak malu! An Australian guy (judging by his accent) at the restaurant was super friendly and later a guy who claimed he's an Italian in the lift back to our hotel was super chatty. I wondered why caucasians get super friendly at night. I suspected they were suggesting.....well, never mind. We grabbed our pizzas and bolted once the lift doors opened.

The party ended up a hen and cock night party when more guys showed up. My sister invited her girlfriends and colleagues. They were seriously the life of the party. My responsibility on that day was to babysit her and made sure she reached the hotel safely. I love dancing and get a little naughty when I go partying but I am all about strictly no cigarette and minimum alcohol. Her friends might seem wild and crazy but they are actually very responsible people and very very friendly too. I really had nothing to worry about.

Tenue du jour:

(Dress - Topshop; Jacket - H&M; Shoes - Oscar by Oscar De La Renta; Earrings - Juicy Couture; Bracelet - Juicy Couture; Watch - Omega)

Joyeux Anniversaire!

When you're no longer 18 or 21 years old, birthday is just a reminder that you're another year older. Like previous years, this birthday was well spent with family and friends, having dinners and drinks. The part I anticipate most about celebrating my birthdays is receiving gifts from my family. The best gifts are always from my parents (because I get to choose them) and my sister (because it's always a pleasant surprise). Last year, I got my 15" Macbook Pro. This year, I get a little bit of everything I have been wanting for some time.

Because my parents were not able to be with me on the day itself, they got me the gifts earlier. I kept them wrapped in their original boxes and paper bags until my birthday. I have self-control!

Non-Halal Post!

Considering I was born on the 15th day of the 8th month of some twenty-over years ago (according to the lunar calendar), Mid-Autumn Festival should have a significant meaning to me. I didn't pay much attention to Chinese culture. As I grow older, I begin to appreciate my root more and more. I secretly long for a genuine fête de la lune, complete with old-fashion paper lantern and tons of candles. I used to have this really beautiful white deer lantern made of fine fabric. I wish I still have it. What I miss the most are those "red eggs" my mom would make for my birthday (chinese calendar) when she was still living in K.L. Yes, I celebrate my birthday twice a year. Simple luxury! I used to take things like this for granted, thinking they were kinda lame. Now that I don't have them anymore, those little gestures actually mean a lot to me.

So, this year, my sis brought me to Crystal Jade at The Garden. I heart Chinese food, ever since I resolve to eating only healthy food.

Honestly, I don't really know the right way to hold a pair of chopsticks

or the arrangement of the tablewares

All I know is chopsticks will always be on your right. According to ancient Chinese tradition, eating with your left hand at a round table is considered ill-mannered. And I'm a leftie. FML??

Our appetizer......suckling pig!!

P/S: To all Muslim readers, I'd like to apologize on the content of this post as I wouldn't want to appear insensitive. I hope you won't find it offensive.

My parents and my sis are huge fans of suckling pig. I prefer all my meal to be skinless, be it chicken or pork or fish. Yes, I don't eat chicken skin even if it's fried chicken. Somehow, I've grown to like suckling pig because there really isn't much fat on it. Come on, they are babies. How much fat can they have? Well, the answer is.....a lot

The dish came looking like this:

If you're on a diet, try reading this post over and over again. I bet you'll lose your appetite.

We left it practically untouched. You can probably tell from my facial expression.

Usually, the plate would be so shiny I can touch up my make-up with it. Well....the waiter had warned us when we placed our order that there will be some fats on it but we didn't expect some fats to be.... a lot of fats. Anyway, other than that fat pig, the meal was rather nice.

No lantern this year but still tons of mooncakes I can stuff my face with. I'm gonna end this night with a wish upon the full moon so I can have lanterns next year. Nite!!