A Peek At My Style: Chanel 11A Red Caviar Wallet On Chain with Silver Hardware

Hi all! :) We’re taking a break from work tomorrow as it is a public holiday, hooray! Time to snap some shots of the boxes of products due for review in September. It’s going to be a super busy month for me, packed with deadlines and whatnots. Mid-month, I’ll also be making the yearly trip back to school to speak with the 3rd years on internship etiquette. :)

I was out and about over the weekend, and managed to buy some awesome organza bags for Teachers’ Day. My lecturers are in for some yummy treats! ;)

Okay, so I decided it’s time to show you what I got for myself as a birthday gift. Presenting, my Chanel 11A Red Caviar Wallet On Chain (“WOC”) with Silver Hardware! Here’s a photo of me wearing it. Btw, don’t you just love the cheery yellow background? I’m wearing my Heritage 1981 plaid shirt, which I ordered online and which, unfortunately, is a size too big. It’s really baggy, and makes me look way fat. I’m also wearing a teal bow headband, gifted by the lovely Ratta (I’ll be writing a blog post on the parcel she sent me).

I’d been reading so much about the WOC, but never actually considered purchasing it because I thought the chain would be too long on me. It wasn’t until my recent trip to Marina Bay Sands that I tried it on, and realised that it ain’t that bad after all. :)

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Product Review: Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Pure-Mild Sunblock Lotion SPF50+ PA+++

It’s Friday, whee! I’m sure we’re all thrilled the weekend’s almost here. Where are you going? There are a few places I’d like to check out. Strictly Pancakes and Scoop of Art, to name a couple. Somehow, I always end up in town. *shrug* Btw, have you entered my birthday giveaway yet? :)

When you’re out and about, how do you protect your skin from the harmful effects of the sun (remember melanoma!)? I slather on sun protection daily.

Recently, I caught a glimpse of a Neutrogena sun protection advertisement at a bus stop near my office, which read something along the lines of “Stopping the sun is as easy as stopping a bus.” It prompted me to think of the last time I actually used a Neutrogena product – err… it’s been at least a year. Two, maybe?

I happened to be on the hunt for a new facial and body sunblock, so I decided to pop by Watsons for a quick browse.

This is what I ended up with – Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Pure-Mild Sunblock Lotion SPF 50+ PA+++.

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Advertorial: Fleurever Yours Gifts & Flowers – Make Your Feelings Known!

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Hi all! How was the weekend? Before I start today’s advertorial proper, let me just quickly fill you in on mine!

I had a fab birthday – thank you for all your emails, text messages, wall posts, tweets, everything! :) Caught Horrible Bosses as well – it’s absolutely hilarious, you should all go watch it.

On Sunday, I went to the Singapore Toy, Game & Comic Convention - here’s a shot of me with a couple of our local troopers! They are mad awesome. I spotted several people I know. Were you there too? :)

Alright, heads up, those of you who love flowers (or who love sending flowers)! There’s an awesome florist you should totally check out! ;) 

Whenever I pass a florist, I’d marvel at the skilfully arranged bouquets, balloons, and whatnots. Beautiful pieces of art! (Oh, and who can resist a trooper with a bouquet of roses? Just saying!)

Recently, I was introduced to Fleurever Yours Gifts & Flowers (witty name!), an online florist run by Irynn and Chloe, a sweet mother and daughter team. I love the look of the site – so pretty, and navigation is a breeze.

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Jade Turns 26! Birthday Giveaway: Win Benefit Cosmetics Confessions of a Concealaholic Kit

Hello everybody! I am officially 26 today, and if you are, too, HAPPY BIRTHDAY! ;D

I love to celebrate happy occasions, and today is obviously one of the happiest days of 2011!

I thus have an important announcement to make.

To thank you (yet again) for all your lovely support, and to spread the joy of turning yet another year older, I am giving away one Benefit Cosmetics Confessions of a Concealaholic kit! Yes, this is an international giveaway, so my friends from all over the world, please join in the fun! And no, this is not a sponsored giveaway; the prize was purchased by yours truly, just for you! :)

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Yet Another Happy Day! Surprise Birthday Delivery from Soap & Glory!

I am super thrilled to share this with all of you!

Early this month, I received a parcel from Soap & Glory London HQ. Since I wasn’t expecting anything, I was naturally puzzled. *scratches head* Soon, excitement overcame me and I couldn’t wait to find out what it was! I was at work that day, so imagine the suspense I had to deal with, haha! :D

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Prize Reveal: Intellectual Property Office of Singapore Facebook Contest, and Pottermore!

Way back in March, I took part in a Facebook contest organised by the Intellectual Property Office of Singapore (“IPOS”), and won a book.

Recently, I took part in another Facebook contest organised by IPOS and won a Harry Potter DVD set comprising 6 movies! :D Being a Harry Potter fan, I couldn’t resist entering the contest.

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On Turning 26: 26 Life Lessons Learnt

This is one of those long, reflective posts I didn’t find time to write over my past birthdays. I dedicate this to all of you who have been so supportive, who have showered me with love, kindness and concern, who have stood by me in good and bad times, YOU, who made a difference. I thank you from the bottom of my heart. :’)

As you may already know, I am turning 26 next Saturday. Over the past year, I have been feeling especially blessed. Blessed to be surrounded by good people, to have a good job, to be able to say that I am a much better person now than I was this time last year, to have achieved more than I could have ever imagined.

From time to time, I learn certain things about life which change the way I live, but which I never actually wrote down. They have always been there, lingering at the back of my mind, and now I’m finally taking the time to write them here. Since it’s the year of 26 for me, I’m listing 26 life lessons, many of which I learnt the hard way.

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Product Review: Chanel No. 5 Velvet Body Cream

Before I start the review proper, I would just like to say:

HAPPY 46TH BIRTHDAY, SINGAPORE!

Yes, it’s National Day today (public holiday, yay!) and we’re all eagerly anticipating the National Day Parade! :) Lots of people I know will be performing tonight, and I’m gonna stay glued to the telly.

Since I’m on the birthday topic, I will be turning 26 next Saturday, and that’s when the giveaway post will be up on the blog. Watch this space! ;)

Today, I’m reviewing the Chanel No. 5 Velvet Body Cream, which has become one of my favourite body products. I love the Chanel carrier – clean, crisp and simple, it cheers me up every time I look at it, and reminds me of Mademoiselle Chanel’s mantra – less is more.

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Product Review: CoverGirl LashBlast Volume Waterproof Mascara in 825 Very Black

Whee, it’s finally Friday! :D

What are your plans for the weekend? I’m going to hit town (as usual!). It’s just two weeks to my birthday, and I still have not made any plans. Gotta work on that!

Okay, so today I’m looking at the CoverGirl LashBlast Volume Waterproof Mascara in 825 Very Black which came in my haul. I’ve read so many raves, it’s time I put it on my stubborn lashes! ;)

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Product Review: Silkygirl Precision Liquid Eyeliner in 01 Black

Happy Hump Day – the weekend’s just in sight! :)

Well, I can’t believe I’m only reviewing this now – I must have gone through close to twenty tubes of Silkygirl’s Precision Liquid Eyeliner by now! I bought my first tube last February, and ever since then I’ve been repurchasing it. Depending on how I rotate my eyeliners, one tube lasts me a month or so (sometimes slightly more).

The liner is housed in a simple grey plastic tube. There are many other liquid eyeliners packaged this way, too, Benefit’s Magic Ink being one of them. The liquid liner is contained in the small vial at the base; the liner brush is attached to the wand, which connects to the vial via a screw closure.

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