74 posts tagged “shopping”

Because I'm starting to collect them.

First I got the Reisenthel Mini Maxi.

Reisenthel mini maxi edenred

No 2 was the Envirosax.

Envirosax flora2

I prefer the handles on the Envirosax, but both these bags tend to develop a funky smell when stored away. It's probably the material they are made of.

I now prefer this Japanese range, Kurochiku. They don't feel quite as sturdy, especially compared to the Envirosax, but the dimensions are better designed, and the prints prettier.

Kurochiku

Kurochiku 2

Kurochiku prints

They are quite inexpensive too, so I ended up with one of each size! Initially I bought the small in the chrysanthemum print and the large in the rabbit print. Then they introduced the one with the different handles and an inner pocket, so I got that in the print with the various flowers against a black background. I really like the turquoise print too.

Then there's the really expensive ROO brand. Very sturdy, with a zip pocket on one side.

Roo shopper mini stare

This is a little one that's good for books, CDs and other small items. The bigger ones are expensive and I haven't found a design I really like.

Reisenthel mini maxi rucksack

This one I think is an excellent buy. It folds into its outer pocket. I saw something similar at Muji for quite a bit more $, and perhaps not quite as well made.

I think AB&C (found inside Kino, Raffles City basement, Taka B1 and Bugis Junction) has the biggest range of reusable shopping bags now, with new brands and designs coming in all the time. I really like the Miffy range they stock too. (Speaking of which, I have a Hello Kitty one I bought years ago - not sure where it is now.)

As attractive as my Nike leather trainers are, they're not really meant for working out, so today I got a pair of Adidas from the Novena outlet.

Adidas a3 megagetic

Frankly, the silver bits are a bit too "space-age" for my taste (though it's not as bad as the pair that was completely silver), but this was affordable and comfortable, and I guess nobody really looks at your shoes at the gym. Right?

My gym gear has also turned out to be too much for my large, stylish totes, so I needed something very light and very roomy. I didn't want a gym-bag gym bag. In the end I got this cross-body bag.

Adidas adilibria shoulder

It looks quite structured in this photo, but it isn't really. It's soft and floppy in fact, and the pleats don't look so neatly ironed. The inside is a dark purple that contrasts very nicely. (There was a duffle too, which would hold a LOT, but really too big for somebody my height.)

The amusing thing about this bag is that there are 2 large slots, one at each end of the shoulder strap. SA says they are for water bottles. Er, I don't know about her, but I wouldn't carry 2 1-litre bottles of water to the gym (or to the yoga studio - adilibria is a yoga collection). There are also 2 strappy things, one on the shoulder strap and another on the side of the bag (visible in the photo). SA says they are for water bottles too! ROTFL. For the record, I carry a small water bottle only since there are always water coolers around.

ETA: I think I've solved the mystery :) The 2 straps are for strapping on your yoga mat! Yet another thing I never carry around...

First up are a couple of sale items I picked up at Massimo Dutti weeks ago and never posted about.

Massimo taupe jumper

Massimo emerald jumper

The 2nd one is much greener in real life. They are very thin and comfortable to wear, which is why I bought two.

Then on Good Friday, I went crazy at Haji Lane (site needs some serious editing) while shopping there with Jean and JusChev. Lots of new boutiques have sprung up, and there will be more to come. According to the owner of the new M Boutique, many of the "vacant" units actually back Arab St shops and are currently used as storerooms by the shopkeepers. As Haji Lane rents go up, however, an increasing number of them are being leased out. The word is that the next Haji Lane flea will be on Labour Day; no doubt Soon Lee's blog will update us on that.

Soon lee pink jumper

Soon Lee has more interesting stuff every time I go, it seems. Most of it isn't really the sort of stuff I wear, though. In the end, I got this pale pink jumper. I like the neckline and the sleeves.

Suite stuff red chiffon

Suite Stuff has no signboard, I swear. Upon backtracking, we couldn't find the shop again. Luckily (and embarrassingly), the SA who had served us previously was playing badminton on the street and recognised us. This chiffon top comes in a beautiful purple too, but purple isn't really my colour. Besides, I could never resist red. It's quite a long top, and will look good tucked in I guess. I'm going to need to add snap buttons, sigh.

Natasha turquoise cardi

M Boutique stocks more upmarket, designer-y stuff. I could really only afford one of the cute cardis by Natasha's Wardrobe, and chose this one because I like the colour combination, especially the maroon frilly bit around the neckline. The designer, Yvonne Hung, is from Hong Kong. All the trimmings are hand-sewn.

Dulcet fig black lace

Dulcet Fig is the boutique with the cats (the owner has 3 beautiful sibling moggies who live in the shop). They (the shop, not the cats) were having a sale on some of their stuff and I got this lace top.

Dorothy p floral print

Then yesterday, Metro Paragon had a sale for Citi cardholders, so we trooped down to Orchard and I got this Dorothy Perkins top. It's made of thin, cool cotton. I saw some gorgeous shoes too, but I valiantly resisted!

I think it's time to declare a shopping moratorium. I must have enough $ to shop in NYC and Tokyo if I do go in May!

Going full steam with my conversion to mp3s.

Creative Zen (4GB), with USB power adaptor - $184

Creative zen

I almost sprang for the 8GB one, but since it has an SD expansion slot, I figured I don't really need another 4GB. My old Zen is only 1GB! Beautiful display, but I doubt I'll use it to watch videos.

Seagate FreeAgent Desktop external harddrive (500GB) - $175

Freeagent desktop

I want to rip all my favourite CDs to mp3, plus one can always do with more backup options. Cool glowing orange strip when on! Reviews online are mixed; I hope to avoid the problems others have had by not keeping it on all the time. I'm sure overheating is really bad for HDDs!

Getting through the crowds was a nightmare! Thanks goes to JusChev for braving the crush with us!

Since I bought my Nine West Ealene boots a year ago in Melbourne, I haven't been able to find boots I like as much.

Ealene black

I love how much more comfortable they are than they look. I normally need elastic gores to accommodate my chunky calves, and the ones on these are elegantly hidden. My feet are wide in front too, and it's really quite amazing that they fit so nicely in the boots without feeling squashed or cramped up. And how about those heels? High, yet easy to walk in without looking clunky.

So perfect I got a second pair in black, and gave in recently to the temptation to stockpile more. 6pm.com had them heavily discounted, so I got another pair in dark brown:

Ealene brown

and since there's an almost identical design (heels are different), I got that in this lovely "cognac" brown as well:

Eldora brown

Got "infected" by the Coach sale madness in Dec, but remained sane enough to only splurge on factory outlet models on eBay.

Coach lanyard

Carrying my work ID in style. From seller shoppinfanatic

Coach chelsea satchel

Zip version of the Chelsea Satchel in navy blue. From seller kick_daddy  

We're not sure the reason why so many people wanted to organise their event on 15 Dec, but it meant some mad rushes across the island (in the rain) for shopaholics like us.

Destination 1: FashBash
Their new location is St James Power Station. An awful, awful choice because of the lighting. Great for a nightspot, maybe, but terrible for shopping. And if I get tissue paper as a door gift again, somebody is going to get hurt...

Smitten was giving out free copies of their Dec issue. I hadn't known about the magazine before, but it's pretty good! Full of stuff that makes you want to buy them ;-)

No clothes for me this time :( All I got was a silicone Tea Spoon filter. I first saw this on Popgadget, and it's a pretty nifty idea, really.

Zan tea spoon

Chainless girl pendant

Antz haji lane mural

My haul

Collage blue cardi

Collage red holey cardi

I got these 2 from COL:LAGE. Inexpensive and there was a 15% off storewide and I got an extra discount with my DBS Live Fresh card. Love, love the colours.

Dion ruffles shirt

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The girls (Aiingel, Blubell, JusChev) convinced me to get this at Dion de Cruz. A bit dramatic, what with the ruffles and the sleeves. The quality is not fantastic, so it's good that the auntie at the shop was willing to give me a discount. Also, the ribbon sash that comes with the top was missing. Looks fine without it, actually. 

All in all, a great shopping experience. They need to do this regularly (hear that, FL.ag?) And I need to go to Haji Lane more often!

To round off my latest clothing purchases, here's something I got at the Massimo Dutti sale, before Saturday.

Massimo dutti brown top

For myself. Does that count?

1. 2 pairs ElleActive yoga pants from World of Sports (30% off) - in black and blue

2. 2 mascaras from Sasa - Kiss Me Active Girl Max Volume and Naris Wink Up Styling (I'm searching for my HG mascara again)

3. From Gap (30% + 10% off)
a. Stripey waffle v-neck tee

Gap stripe waffle tee

Gap solid waffle tee

Gap colourblock cardi