Sunday, August 14, 2016

UNIQLO LifeWear Fall/Winter 2016

For someone like me who loves fashion and apparels, I was elated to receive the media invite to preview Uniqlo LifeWear Fall/Winter 2016 collection.  Even though Singapore does not experience the winter season, it is always interested to see the interpretation of fashion for Fall/Winter through the eyes of fashion brands.

The media preview was held in Museum of Contemporary Arts (MoCA) which is spacious with white walls and a high ceiling, which makes it easy for showcasing of the latest Uniqlo fashion designs.


With my blogger friend Shaun Ow-Yeong at the Press Preview.  Can't wait to check out the latest collection from Uniqlo!
UNIQLO believes that individuality in fashion comes from within. It's how you wear your clothes not the clothes themselves. So, the focus is on the wearer. The more comfortable your apparel is, the more people will want to wear it. 

The LifeWear Fall/Winter 2016 collection presents situations that are familiar to us all in daily living, with items and fashion coordination ideas that work perfectly for each occasion.


Photo with my blogger friend Shaun and all the models at the Uniqlo LifeWear Fall/Winter 2016 Press Preview

Essentials

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A range of quality basics that embody UNIQLO's ongoing quest for perfection
Jeans, chino pants, cotton shirts, and knitwear are essentials for the wardrobes of everyone, everywhere. UNIQLO's essentials allow people to express themselves naturally whenever and wherever they want to, striving for perfection in basics that match a desire for fashion that works effortlessly in all sorts of situations.






Work

Workwear styling is becoming more versatile as work practices and environments become more diverse. Nonetheless, we should always aim to look our best. UNIQLO offers numerous items in neat and minimalist styles that complement personalities while keeping people smart and comfortable all day long.





I love how versatile the workwear range is as we can layer pieces and mix and match pieces together for different looks.

Sport

More and more people are putting in a visit to the gym, park or yoga studio before their days begin in the office or at home. They want clothing that works well all day in those situations. UNIQLO therefore has created an array of functional items that do just that- employing fabrics that either wick away sweat, dry quickly, retain or dissipate heat, block out the wind, repel water, or most importantly, are breathable and lightweight. While keeping people comfortable as they keep fit, the clothing also looks great when going out to town. Combining healthy functionality, great looks and comfort is quintessentially UNIQLO.



I have my eyes on that pink lightweight jacket and pastel purple cropped top!


Travel

The range of Fall/Winter staples such as HEATTECH, Ultra Light Down, Fleece and Cashmere work perfectly on their own for light autumn or layered up for the wintertime. Whether you are traveling for business or for leisure, packing is one less thing to worry about when on the move with UNIQLO.




These models are so tall!


Checking out the winter wear for men

Playtime

Comfortable clothing that enables kids to satisfy their curiosity. Kids are bundles of curiosity. They are constantly looking for things to try and have a seemingly endless appetite for adventure. UNIQLO offers an array of items to keep kids comfortable and safe as they explore everything around them. 


So cool!  I love the Playtime range cos I have two boys who are active and this range is just nice for them as it is super comfortable when they run around.
I was telling Shaun that too bad I do not have a daughter. If not, I would dress her up in this cute little grey dress 

Pretending to be kids... lol!

INES DE LA FRESSANGE

The Ines de La Fressange Collection is the fruit of a collaboration between a paragon of Parisian chic and UNIQLO, under the leadership of UNIQLO Design Director Naoki Takizawa. The partnership draws on Ines' expert understanding of UNIQLO’s LifeWear concept and her keen insights into quality and fashion to enhance feminine beauty. This season's collection offers a sophisticated blending of styles that journey beyond the boundaries of contemporary trends, in the quest to create clothing that enhances comfort and beauty and which Ines herself will be happy to wear.
The line evokes the fusion of bourgeois styles and Left Bank culture in the late 1960s that transformed fashion in Paris and around the world. 

Featuring a grey seasonal palette
The core hues for this season are grey gradations, including dark and charcoal. Coats, knits, and shirts incorporate bright blue and red accents. Augmenting Ines signature navy colour with grey adds depth to her Parisian flair.

Informed by traditional uniforms
The Fall/Winter 2016 collection features postman and hunting jackets and other items inspired by a Left Bank repurposing of traditional uniforms that highlight svelte figures. A fresh, effortless blending of the new and the conventional is perfectly in sync with Ines' love of vintage uniforms.


Checking out the Ines de La Fressage Collection


CARINE ROITFELD

Carine Roitfeld has greatly influenced the fashion industry as the iconic and charismatic originator and chief editor of the CR Fashion Book. This season's collaboration between Ms. Roitfeld and UNIQLO, under the leadership of UNIQLO Design Director Naoki Takizawa, highlights a working girl’s chic aesthetic, combining high-quality fabrics and sophisticated cuts to accentuate beauty.

Outfitting the working girl
This third seasonal collaboration offers everything a busy woman needs, from knits and suits to tights, belts, and other accessories. The outerwear range features more variations in coats either with masculine tailoring or feminine cuts for waistlines and backs. The lineup also includes items with faux fur accents. All of the outerwear underscores feminine fortitude and dignity.

Complementing basic black with accent colors and prints
This season, the range employs in-trend rose pink and khaki as accents for its basic black themes. The prints feature more colour and pattern variations to complement Carine's feminine minimalist approach to styling for busy women, including her signature leopard, tiger, and botanical motifs.

I love the leopard prints on this jacket!

So cool right?

This is another piece that I like from this range. Leather jacket that channels a mix of masculine tailoring or feminine cuts


Uniqlo U

What we wear to live it deserves more thought, more simplicity, and more care. At Uniqlo's Paris research and development center, the global design team - led by Christophe Lemaire - is reinventing basics to be anything but basic. 

About the collection
The first Uniqlo U collection has been created with Christophe Lemaire’s dedicated Paris team and was unveiled in Paris in early July.
Uniqlo U features innovations while keeping the LifeWear philosophy of providing comfortable clothing that matches all lifestyles.
The line will launch worldwide between late September and early October 2016. 


Cheers to the launch of Uniqlo U Line!

We love the photo wall!


I strongly encourage all to check out Uniqlo Lifewear Fall/Winter 2016 collection as I am very sure there is something for everyone from the kids to adults.

Uniqlo Singapore is also on social and online media.  Check out the links below to get the latest updated news on Uniqlo!

Website & E- Commerce: www.uniqlo.com/sg 
Facebook: www.facebook.com/uniqlo.sg 
Instagram: @uniqlosg
Hashtag: #uniqlosg

Mobile App: Search "UNIQLO SG" in App Store or Google Play (Stay connected to UNIQLO right in your palm, with useful info such as e-catalogs, exclusive offers, newsletters, UNIQLO Life tools & many more!) 
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Tuesday, August 09, 2016

Domino's has recently launched "The Awesome 4-Some" which comes with 4 different tasty sides:

1)  Cheesy Mozzeralla Stix - 100% Mozzarella Cheese Wrapped in a crispy crust topped with Mozzarella Cheese, baked to golden perfection.
2)  Mini Cinadots - Delightful Mini Cinnadots are sprinkled with cinnamon and complemented with icing sugar for a sweet treat!
3)  Golden Roasted Drummets - Well seasoned, tender and juicy roasted Roasted Chicken Drummets.
4)  Garlic Cheese Onion Rings - Savor the taste of cheesy, garlicky golden rings made with 100% real onions and baked to a tender crisp. 

Media food tasting at Domino's
Thanks to The Domino's and The Influencer Network, I was invited to try this new offering, besides the pizzas and side dishes available... yeah! (Photo credits: The Influencer Network)
The Awesome 4-Some
I think that this is a very smart move as customers can choose to order this tasty four- in-one box as a snack on its own, having "the best of 4 worlds" or even best completing with the 2 Pizza Deals from Domino’s Pizza.


The Awesome 4-Some box will definitely be perfect for any occasion with your friends and loved one. 

It is currently available for sale at an Introductory Price of SGD$15 (Usual Price: SGD22.20), with no delivery charge.

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A creative way to eat the Awesome 4-Some

Just take a look at all the bloggers invited... we had a whale of time eating at Domino's.



And great news for those who love to take part in contests!  Domino's is running one.

 “Be A National Day Pizza Patriot” Contest (1st – 31st Aug 2016)

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This National Day, stand to win exciting prizes!

Do this by uploading a photo of yourself sharing Domino’s Pizza like a Pizza Patriot, a person
who defends the right to share Pizza!

Take a look at some examples of how some of the bloggers posed for this contest.









For every 51 photos uploaded, bigger and better prizes will be unlocked for all of Singapore. You could unlock up to 50% off on your next trip to Domino’s and that’s not even the grand mystery
Interested? Get your friends and get started! Contest runs till 31 Aug 2016.

For more information: http://bit.ly/2a47YWE
#PizzaPatriot

For more information on Domino's promotions and latest updates, please visit www.dominos.com.sg. Follow them on Facebook Page (http://facebook.com/DominosSG) and Instagram (@DominosSG). 

While some of the bloggers pose for photos, the rest of us continued to eat... hahaha!




It's always great to eat at Domino's as you get a wide variety of tasty pizzas and awesome side dishes, while having a casual conversation with your friends.


Hey, I have something special for my readers and followers!

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Sunday, August 07, 2016

I was very happy to be invited by KIA Singapore to their showroom for the Media Launch of 2017 Cerato Forte K3 as I love cars!  They never fail to amaze me with all the specs and features which makes driving so much more interesting.

When I reached KIA Showroom located at 239 Alexandra Road, I was warmly greeted by the Assistant Manager, Marketing, Mei Ting, who immediately showed me around so that I can have a better understanding with regards to 2017 Cerato Forte K3, which a new facelift version.






 I also got a chance to sit inside the car to check out the internal features of 2017 Cerato Forte K3.



 Please don't be mistaken.  I am not the car model hired for this media launch... hahaha!


 Besides the red 2017 Cerato Forte K3, there was another white one on display.  I wouldn't miss out the chance of taking photo with the white car as well.



 My blogger friend, Shaun, was also invited to the media launch too.  So glad that he was there as it seemed like we were the only two bloggers invited to this launch.


More photo taking with the cars!






Pretending to be driving the car... lol.



After Mr Eric Chan, Managing Director of Singapore Motor Operations, Jardine Cycle & Carriage Limited finished his speech, we grabbed the chance to take photos with him.


 Want to know more about the specs and features of the 2017 Cerato Forte K3?  Here you go...

Upgraded 2017 KIA Cerato Forte K3 Sports Refreshed Appearance and New Technologies

  • Updated exterior and interior styling for Cerato Forte K3 model family
  • New technologies improve comfort, convenience and safety
  • Greater driver involvement with new Drive Mode Select system
  • 1.6 Gamma MPI engine and six-speed automatic transmission 

Contemporary exterior styling

The updated Cerato Forte K3 benefits from a new and more modern look that emphasises the dynamic muscularity of the car, while retaining its low coupe-like roofline, sleek silhouette and cab-forward styling.


The front of the car gets an updated gloss black trim for kid's signature tiger-nose grille as well as newly-designed headlamps, bumper and fog-lamps, and a reprofiled hood.  Besides a new rear bumper and V-shaped LED tail-light design, the new Cerato Forte K3 features all-new 16"/17" two-tone aerodynamic aluminium alloy rims, inspired by jet-engine turbines delivering a sense of speed and excitement.




New materials and colours for modernised cabin

Kia's interior designers have introduced new materials to the dashboard and door trims, as well as to the centre fascia and console hood.  The overhead console features a built-in sunglass case, while new metallic trim around the air vents add a touch of class to the highly functional cabin.  




New technologies improve safety, driver enjoyment and cabin comfort

Blind Spot Detection (BSD), which monitors cars behind the Cerato Forte K3 and provides drivers with a visual warning in the door mirror and an audible tone when another vehicle enters the driver's blind spot, is now available as an option.  BSD has been designed to improve safety during high speed driving, where frequent lane changes on either side of the car can increase the potential for an accidental collision.



The upgraded Cerato Forte K3 is now available with a new front-passenger seat ventilation system to improve passenger comfort.  Drivers have the new Drive Mode Select (DMS) system at their disposal with three selectable modes designed to enhance driver engagement-Normal, Sport and Eco.  Each drive mode varies the steering weight, transmission shift mapping as well as throttle and engine response which provide a unique drive to suit the driver's mood.


The new Smart Trunk System offers added convenience to users.  If the driver is carrying heavy items with both hands, this new functionality opens the trunk automatically when the smart key is detected in close proximity to the boot area.


1.6 Gamma MPI engine and six-speed automatic transmission

The 2017 Kia Cerato Forte K3 is powered by a 1.6 Gamma MPI engine and six-speed automatic transmission, producing 130PS with 157 Nm torque delivered to the front wheels.

The 1.6-liter 'Gamma' engine is comparatively light in weight, aided by cylinder blocks and heads made of cast aluminium, with Multi-Point Injection that aids in low emissions and high efficiency.



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Tuesday, August 02, 2016

We all know that online shopping is a secret to achieving huge savings and that is one of the reasons why I love to shop on Taobao.  Shopping from Taobao is cheaper because shopping directly from the country of origins helps to bypass any importers, exporters, distributors or retailers who will mark up the cost of the products if we buy from them.

Besides that, I can buy a variety of items from personal items like apparels, shoes and accessories for myself and the kids, all the way to furniture as well on Taobao.

Clothes, Shoes, Accessories for my family

In fact, I bought most of my lighting items for my new house from Taobao about 2 year ago.  The pricing of lighting items was definitely much cheaper than if I were to purchase them locally.  I managed to get them into Singapore through ezbuy, which helped to ship the items.

Why did I choose ezbuy?

At ezbuy, they will inspect the orders first to ensure that the products are correct before they are shipped to Singapore.  This is to ensure customers get the products that they want.

There is no shipping base charge and has the lowest shipping rate.  Great for people who just want to ship in small amounts of items.

ezbuy offers local customer services so that you won't need to spend extra money calling overseas just to find out where the parcel is etc.  There are also 200+ free collection points so it is so easy to collect the items you ordered once it reaches Singapore.

Recently I got to know of an awesome service known as ezbuy Prime.  Now we can ship millions of items at only S$2.99 flat international shipping fee per checkout!  Yes, I am not joking!  you heard it right.  It is only S$2.99, regardless of the service, weight and quantity!

Picture from https://ezbuy.sg/prime_why_prime

So how does ezbuy Prime work?

Step 1: All you need to do is to subscribe to your Prime membership now! For a limited time only, ezbuy is offering a 30-days trial for our Prime membership at only S$9.90!  New users will need to register an ezbuy account first.


  • Shop within the amazing Prime selection specially curated for you by ezbuy team.
  • Cart out, make payment for your products and S$2.99 shipping fee.
Smile when you receive your shopping purchases knowing how much you have saved.
Share it with all your friends and family to help them save more too!

Benefits of ezbuy Prime

  • Save tons on shipping fee and this service is best for purchasing heavy stuff such as furniture.  Can you imagine?  Only S$2.99 for all your Prime orders, regardless the size, weight or quantity
  • Instant upgrade to SVIP membership to enjoy 50% savings off agent fee on Prime orders
  • Access to special deals such as promotion from USA merchandise and enjoy up to 80% off items
  • Includes all Buy-For-Me services such as Purchasing, Inspection and After-sales support
  • Free insurance coverage up to S$2000
If you want to enjoy the benefits stated above when you shop with Taobao, register for a free ezbuy account at bit.ly/mselaine65B to get a FREE $10 shopper voucher.  





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