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Style Mondays 013

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I’ve been practically living in dresses and skirts and getting a bit bored of them. Pants are a little bit too hot for our sunny weather, so I thought, hmm…maybe shorts? I don’t like how shorts can look too casual sometimes though… But I changed my mind when I saw these. I think they’re known as “pleated shorts.” I love the structured look and flared bottom! Absolute chic!


Here’s ever stylish Kate Moss in a slightly different pair that almost looks like a skirt. How convenient!


Topshop even has a style page advising how to wear a pair!


Best part of it all? No more worrying about skirts being too short whilst bending down, going up the escalator, sitting down etc. Whee! I’m going shopping for a pair of these!

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Style Mondays 012

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How to Reduce Facial Bloating

I’m not sure how many of you girls out there are prone to water retention on the face like me, but if you tend to have the same problem, I have some tips that I use on myself to share. 🙂
1. Drink lots of water at one go first thing when you wake up. I usually do about 2 big glasses. I notice that my water retention reduces with the increase in frequency of my toilet trips.
2. Drink coffee after drinking all that water. Coffee dehydrates.
3. Whilst washing your face and applying your morning creams on your face, massage from chin upwards to your cheek bones.
4. Stretch your facial muscles. (This can look really ugly so do it in private!) Open your mouth, eyes and stretch your forehead to their widest, and squeeze them all really tight after. Repeat many times.
5. Most importantly, try not to drink any fluids at least 2 hours or more if possible before bedtime!
I do this whole regime especially on mornings where I have shoots or if I’m going on a big date. 😉 Try it too and let me know if it works!
Have a fabulous week everyone!!
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Style Mondays 011

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The make-up artiste that used the Clinique mascara (in previous Style Mondays post) also used this BB cream by Hanskin on me. I’ve previously tried another range of Hanskin’s BB cream about two years ago and I wasn’t too impressed by their product. I thought the texture too thick and the colour oxidised on my skin after a couple of hours.
But, I changed my mind about Hanskin’s BB cream after he used this “Caviar Gold” range on my face! The texture felt light and I think because it was almost “colourless”, it did not oxidise and send my face turning orange by mid day. And, my face was less oily and shiny. Most importantly, it didn’t clog my pores and give me those little white or blackheads I almost always had at the end of a long shoot day because of the constant powder touch-ups. This BB cream is going to be my must-have for now!
P.S For those who don’t need much coverage for the skin, I think that this BB cream is a great substitute for foundation. Plus, I’ve long heard of its goodness for sensitive skin and how it heals, smoothens and brightens. 🙂
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Style Mondays 009

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I think that jewellery completes an outfit. It can jazz up what may be a simple outfit into something dazzling and complement looks. I’ve been looking at a lot of chunky jewellery for everyday wear recently.
I adore the designs by Kenneth Jay Lane:
Ooh…”Star” designs have always been my weakness…
Chunky bracelets! I love pairing a couple on my wrist or together with many simpler ones.

Or with my toy watch like this…(repeat picture from previous post.:))

Kenneth Jay Lane’s crystal-embellished tiger cuff…I love the details…:)

I love this one by Juicy Couture! I can imagine it accentuating a casual look with its dash of Deco decadence…mmm…

Wow, how about this from Oscar De La Renta. Looks like something you can dress up or down.

More Oscar…

And Marni! How gorgeous!!

My look of the day – Lots of bracelets paired, and rings, and necklace, and…and…I’m very excited just talking about all these gorgeous jewellery. Haha. (P.S I love the clutch with the star design above! Anyone know where it’s from?)

All the above jewellery mentioned can be found on net-a-porter. But, if you’re looking for cheaper alternatives, the accessory store “Diva” has lots of nice ones to choose from (without burning a hole in your pocket)!!

Have a great week everyone!!

🙂