Kamis, 31 Desember 2009

Kooky Pics #82 HAPPY NEW YEAR!!


HAPPY NEW YEAR!!

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Evening Dresses

Buying Lovely Evening Dresses at Affordable Prices

Evening DressesOne of the most important and vital decisions you will face at some point in your life is choosing the ideal evening dress. The actual process of shopping can be a lovely and challenging adventure. Amidst the overall overwhelming task of shopping for something special, a woman might have to deal with stressful conditions.Evening dresses can be used at proms, at receptions, at special nights out or at weddings. Evening dresses are usually purchased before choosing any complementing apparel. Therefore the choice should be the result of thorough and serious consideration.

If you are on a budget or money is an issue, you can benefit from the numerous evening dress sale events that take place all year long. They are usually held a few times a year, mostly at the end of every season. They are events at which major or smaller manufacturers and retail stores offer gowns and evening dresses to create more space for the new collection and inventory. Prices are usually very affordable and reasonable, as the discounts are huge. There are impressive deals to be found even if you opt for designer evening dresses. In these cases, some of the most renowned and elegant fashion houses offer their clothes and dresses up to half the price.

simple evening gownIn order to get the best possible selection, you need to get information on where the event is taking place. Try to acquire some information on the particular procedures and details regarding the event. Keep in mind that most major shops have women lined up outside for many hours waiting to get as many great deals as they can. Smaller or local stores feature smaller selections and hold the event for a few days or even a week.

Whether you are buying a simple evening gown or an expensive dress, the selection criteria are the same. You need to keep the theme in mind. Is it a particular formal occasion, or something you may need at some point and you want to be prepared? Narrow down your options so as to concentrate on the evening dresses that bring out and designate your beauty and style. Keep an open mind, though. Even if you go online and do an initial research you might not find the exact same cuts and dresses you had bookmarked.

Sample Evening DressesIf going to a sample evening dress event or a store with a fixed idea, you might leave empty handed. Do not waste valuable time on unflattering designs and styles, especially since time is usually limited and stores tend to be rather hectic. Be prepared, but also flexible. You might come across a versatile dress that could be used on different occasions, allowing you to be very well dressed and very beautiful.

Consider your body type, choose something that makes you look nice and sexy, and why not voluptuous and curvy if that is your style. Evening dresses are supposed to be the focal point of a woman's wardrobe, because they are feminine, special and intriguing. ( C A)

Rabu, 30 Desember 2009

Kooky Pics #81 Orchard Road

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Formal Evening Dress

Tips to Pick the Right One

Formal Evening DressIt may have been that in the past you only wore a (hopefully) cheap short formal evening dress to cocktail parties. In recent years that trend has undergone a noticeable shift.. These days you see short formal evening dress at pretty much any social event, proms and homecoming dances included. You see more of them all the time and there is a vast selection of short dresses obtainable at literally all price levels.

The favored materials for formal evening dress are taffeta, chiffon, satin and silk, among others. Sleeker fabrics lend themselves to sexier looks, while fabrics like chiffon and taffeta, lighter in feel and structure, will give fun and flirty styles.

Keep the shape of your body in mind when choosing a cheap formal evening dress. While there are uncounted numbers of gorgeous dresses offered for any body type, not every type of dress works for every type of body. Dresses that are too tight or too loose don't look becoming on anybody, be they full figured or skinny. Any dress should show your body as beautiful, no matter the size you use; it should show off your femininity without revealing it all.

designer dressRemember less may be more, and I don't mean less material, but rather trying less hard to impress. The most expensive designer dress will fall flat on a woman that feels awkward in it, while a simple dress worn naturally by a woman with confidence is dazzling anytime. An uncomfortable dress not only ruins your evening, it usually isn't flattering on you either, since your confidence suffers great set backs when you feel awkward and self conscious. So being able to move freely in your formal evening dress and feeling comfortable in it is very important.

If you want to know what styles and colors look best on you, you could follow this suggestion. At a mall, try on cheap formal evening dress in different styles, lengths and colors. To know what a dress really looks like on you, try this: In the mirror you don't see all angles. Take a friend along to take a few photos of you in a dress you like with your cell phone from several angles like front, back and side view. Don't look at the photos yet, but rather try on several quite different models.

After you've tried on a variety of formal evening dress that you liked and have taken pictures of yourself in them, stop for a moment and have a look at the photos. Now you can make a decision which one looks best on you, style, fit and color, all of it. At this point you have several choices: you can buy the dress at the store or you can shop around some more to see if you can't find a comparable dress at a bargain price somewhere else (this is also a good way to be able to choose styles on the internet, since you'll know what will look good on you). (Yoes)

Prom Dresses 2010

What is the Difference Between a Junior and Senior Prom Gown?

Prom Dresses 2010Whether you are going to the junior or senior prom dresses 2010, the start of a new year usually begins the mad dash to begin planning for this favorite high school event. As you are in the midst of your planning and shopping, you're likely to ask yourself this one question: What's the difference between a junior prom dress and senior prom dress? Let's talk about that now!

Junior prom dresses 2010: Although they are both fun and important events in your high school career, generally speaking - the junior prom is a less formal event. Gowns for this dance are typically shorter, more trendy and a lot cheaper than you would spend on your senior prom gown. These dresses are especially designed for girls between the ages of fourteen to seventeen years old, so they also tend to be more modest and age appropriate. In many ways, this gown is going to be more along the lines of a cocktail dress than a formal event dress. Most retailers and dress designers have special sections just for junior prom dresses, and as you browse them - you will notice that there is an obvious difference between the styles, cuts, shapes and lengths of them. Because the junior prom is just one year away from the senior prom, try not to overspend. The dress you buy for the junior dance can also be worn to your homecoming dance during your senior year.

Senior prom dresses 2010Senior prom dresses 2010: The senior prom is the final major dance of your high school career, and apart from your high school graduation, it will be the most memorable event as well. People tend to spend more money on the twelfth grade prom than any other event during the four years of high school. Senior prom gowns are typically more formal than their junior prom counterparts. Most teen girls will opt for longer gowns that are fitted, sophisticated and elegant. While a junior dance dress can usually be worn to other semi-formal events, you will likely only wear your senior dance dress one time. This dance is like the equivalent to a Hollywood red carpet event, so finding the most stylish and glamorous gown is extremely important.

By B H

Selasa, 29 Desember 2009

Kooky Pics #80 Colours

Ode to Art @ Singapore

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Girls Shoes

Trends Girls Shoes

Girls ShoesAny parent or guardian knows what a challenge it can be to satisfy the needs and wants of young girls, especially when it comes to what they wear. Fashion is so very important at this stage, and keeping up with the latest trends will stymie even the most creative and committed parent or guardian. Girls shoes are a big part of this undertaking. Practicality does not need to take a second seat to style, however, since makers of girls shoes understand how hard it can be to keep those young ladies happy while satisfying the budgetary considerations of the ones who will be paying the tab.

This challenge really begins in the toddler ages. Even though infant girls may not be fully aware of just how their appearance is being presented to the public, the need to show up in attractive footwear is just as important at this point as it ever will be. Luckily, makers of girls shoes know this, and they provide a wide selection of shoes for the very young ones that will protect those fragile feet while looking good.

Girls ShoesParents and guardians have so many choices available to them in girls shoes for toddlers. There are athletic shoes, boots, clogs, denim shoes, sandals, and skate shoes. There are a variety of casual and dress shoes to choose from as well. Mary Janes, patent leather shoes, slip-ons, and t-straps are available in all toddler sizes. There are of course many styles of booties and easy-to-wear shoes for infant girls that are designed with the parent or guardian in mind, while at the same time staying in touch with the latest fashion trends.

As the girls get a little older, they become even more aware of their look. This means that even though they are out playing, they will still want to look their very best. Makers of girls shoes are aware of this, and they offer so many different shoes that can stand up to the wear and tear of any active young girl's daily life. Athletic shoes alone can make up a big part of a young girls wardrobe, yet the need for a sense of style and color choices is still a big part of what they want.

DC Shoes is one maker of girls shoes who has a grasp on the latest styles in athletic shoes. They offer many choices for girls starting with the very youngest ladies. Sneakers and skate shoes in different colors and materials can match any outfit while being able to hold up to the activities that are so important in girls shoes. Heely's, Saucony, Geox, and Stride Rite also offer many good choices in athletic girls shoes, from the pristine all-white style to the multi-colored look that is so very popular.

By J C H

Senin, 28 Desember 2009

Wedding Budget: Who Pays For What

Wedding etiquette is different from traditions that were established in the past. Traditionally, the bride’s family would pick up the tab but with the average cost of weddings skyrocketing, and more couples getting married later in life, they are sharing in the expenses. Forget the archaic rule that says certain people have to pay for certain things. Keep in mind that informal weddings are usually smaller (and therefore cheaper), and formal weddings tend to be larger (and therefore more expensive). The table below is a guideline to help everyone involved to share the expenses.

Service

Bride & Family

Groom & Family

Wedding Party

Rings Groom’s wedding ring Bride’s engagement ring
Bride’s wedding ring

Prewedding
Parties
Engagement party
Bridesmaid luncheon
Rehearsal dinner Bridal Shower
Bachelor Party
Stationery Invitations, announcements, programs, thank you notes and mailing costs Groom assists with writing thank you notes Assist assembling and addressing invitations
Attire Bride’s gown, veil, accessories
Mother’s dress
Father’s formalwear
Groom’s formalwear
Mother’s dress
Father’s formalwear
Bridesmaid’s dresses
Groomsmen formalwear
Flowers Ceremony and reception
Bouquets for the bridesmaids and flower girls
Bride’s bouquet
Corsages for mothers
Men’s boutonnieres

Ceremony Church, rentals, and music fees Marriage license and officiant fee
Photography & Videography Engagement and Wedding photos and video
Take extra behind-the-scenes and candid pictures
Transportation Limo for the Wedding Party to the ceremony and reception Limo for the Bride and Groom Wedding Party may drive themselves
Reception Venue, rentals, food, cake, drink, decorations, favors, and entertainment Groom’s cake Bubbles or rice to toss and assist with assembling favors
Honeymoon
Plan and cover all expenses Travel expenses if a destination wedding
Gifts Groom and Bridesmaids Bride and Groomsmen Bride and Groom

Kooky Pics #79 Christmas at 1Utama

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Summer Coach Bags

The Perfect Bag Under the Sun

Summer Coach BagsWhat type of a woman are you? Are you the subtle type who prefers to let their unique personality shine rather than your clothes? Or are you the kind who is constantly clamoring for attention, and wants to be the star of the show by donning the latest and trendiest fashion? Regardless of the type of woman you are and no matter what your fashion sense is, there is one chic craze that you simply must have in this balmy and bright season and that is the summer Coach bags! This new line of products from Coach is both flirty and fun; making the most unexciting outfits come alive and will also serve as a nice finishing touch to your ensemble. You won't have a hard time looking for a handbag that you like because their collection is available in all sizes and shapes, and as an icing to the cake, it comes in the summer colors, making it extra irresistible.

SummerSummer and spring is all about throwing aside all the dowdy and dull colors of the chilly fall and winter season and wearing nice linen dresses and cute skirts with floral prints, shorts and capri pants. Everything doesn't end there. It's a must that you accessorize your outfit with that darling handbag to complete your adorable spring ensemble. For instance, you may choose to carry a small clutch bag in a fun summer coach bags color and coordinate it with matching pumps if you are attending a formal gathering or a wedding during the summer. Or you might want to use a straw Hobo bag if you are going to the beach with your girlfriends in a nice summer afternoon. You could simply throw in a pair of sunglasses, a straw hat, a book, and a towel and you're good to go!

You will never go out of style with a summer Coach bags. Known for its superb quality and exquisite craftsmanship, you can choose to use their handbags every season and it won't show any signs of wear and tear. And the best part is, Coach bags are so simple to maintain and clean, even their straw bags. Summer bags with a canvas print are a bit hard to clean, but it can be done. All you need is a warm, moist rag with some soap or special cleaner and you will have a fresh-looking, summer-perfect bag in no time!

By S S

Tips Tubuh Langsing, Cantik & Menawan Secara Percuma !!


Yeayy, apakah tips-tips tersebut. Mungkin sekarang anda tertanya-tanya dan ternanti-nanti. Tapi, sebelum saya berkongsi tips tersebut, mari jawab soalan ini sejujurnya

a) Do you wish you are in a better shape than now?


b) Do you wish you can fit into a size S easily without having to gasp desperately for air?

c) Does it bother you seeing someone with beautiful curvy-licious body standing next to you?

d) Have you ever wish to have a flat tummy with no baby-fats around it?

So, if you answer Yes to 2/4 of those questions above, then I would suggest you take these tips seriously =)...but before I spill on the beans, there is something I would like to share with you, dengan harapan anda akan terus ingin melakukan tips tersebut tanpa merungut-rungut.
So...surprise!!


Heidi Klum and hubby, Seal



Still looking da-bomb even with that big tummy




The hot mamma Heidi Klum. Eh, Heidi Klum ni sape? Heidi Klum is a model and a mother of three, or is it four? Okay, whatever, the main point here that I want to point out is how does she keeps up with that figure?

While I am guessing that some of you may say, “She’s a Hollywood celebrity with millions in her pocket, of course she can keep up with that figure. I pun boleh kalau ada duit berkepul-kepul kan” Jadi, kalau macam tu,kami-kami yang tiada wang ini tidak boleh memiliki badan yang cantik ke?Sedihnya..

No. Nonsense. For me, anyone can have what they want as long as they go after it, and that means with full heart, regardless of how much they earn for a living. So what is the tips lady? Panjang pulak intro yer. Okay, sorry. So the tips are as follow.


1) Never skip breakfast.

What? But I thought you said tips untuk badan langsing. Yes, these are the tips and one of the most important one is never ever skip your breakfast. Why? When you tend to skip your breakfast and thinking that you’ll lose more weight by having only your lunch is something that I would say
“Dream On and Get Over It!!”

I’m sorry if it sounds a bit harsh, but sometimes it is needed to get us on the right track. So, why does our tummy needs breakfast to keep slim?

Let us calculate this together.

6.00 - 6.30 am: Wake up from bed
8.00 – 9.00: Out for work
9.00 – 1.00: Working your butt out
1.00 – 2.00: Lunch time. Yay!!

Approximately 8-hour from the moment you wake up till you have that first bite, your tummy is actually crying for foods.
If tummies can talk, I think they'll be cursing us for the damage done. 8 hour is a long time people.
Imagine working from 9am to 5 pm without being able to stop and relax. even your eyes will get sore.
So, how does this 8 hour affect you?

When we work, we need energy. We even need energy to walk, talk, eat, and even post an entry on the blog =)

Energy comes from food. Yes, food that provides you with protein, carbohydrates, vitamins and a small percentage of fat. Wow, pandai rupanya aku dalam sains ni =)

So, when your body does not get enough food, it starts to chew other things inside your stomach. That is why by the end of the day you would start to get stomach ache, migraines, appendixes etc.
Therefore, please eat something before you hop on your car for work the next day because breakfast not only keeps you slim, it also makes you healthy. Yeay =)

For other healthy diet, please wait for my next posts. Cett..macam pandai jer =P


2) Exercise at least twice a week for at least 20 minutes

Simple form of exercise is by going for a jog around the park, or within your neighbourhood.

Eh, 20 minutes only? Do you know how 20 minutes of jogging can actually kill you? Haha. It actually ‘killed’ me to get past the 20 minutes.

Last few days I was out jogging for the first time in 5 months in Taman Metropolitan, Kepong. I thought it would be easy for me to get around the park without stopping or panting throughout the lap as I was so ‘perasan’ I am fit and healthy. The ‘perasanness’ came in about as I would go for a jog without a miss every morning and evening before this, but then despite my tight schedule and laziness, I kinda skipped my routine activity for a never ending dream land on the bed.

So, back to the story. Only after 5 minutes, I started panting like a cat which had just been chased by a dog (pernah la pulak kau tengok kucing kena kejar dengan anjing). Yes. It was so frustrating. So, the thing is, if you happen to do it for the first time, I would advise you to set a variety of exercise that you think you can handle well within the 20minutes.

For example, you can do some warming up for 5 minutes (please take note that warming up and warming down is important before and after exercising as you could get yourself injured otherwise). Then, start jogging for at least 10 minutes. That has already adds up to 15minutes. So the remaining 5 minutes can be the warming down session.

After around two weeks of exercising, and when you feel that your body is ready for improvements, then you can increase your jogging laps for 15 minutes, and later, 20, and 30, and you’ll be having that wonderland body in no time. Yay!! =)



3) No junk foods in between meals.

What can be categorized as junk food? Crisps such as Mr Potato, Pringles, and others (I wonder why I can’t recall some of the names..aishhh)

Anyway, other junk foods are chocolates, McDonalds, KFC, and the list goes on. So I can’t fill up myself when I’m hungry? LOL, of course you can. I am not telling you to fast in between meals.

Rather than junkies, why not replace it with something like Gardenia bread? Hey, talking of Gardenia, have you guys tried Butterscotch yet? It tastes nice right?

But I’m having this I-can’t-bear-to-have-another-piece-of-it-anymore-because-its-getting-boring-having-the-same-thing-everyday. So if you’re having the same symptom, my word of advice is to make a variety of food in a list. Fruits are one of them.

I’m starting to feed my tummy with red apples and oranges in between meals and my, it tastes so good =) So I guess these three tips for a wonderland body is enough to start off with. Start off your day with a breakfast tomorrow okay people?



Selamat Mencuba & Happy Trying =)

Feeling it..

I am really drained and tired.

You would think that in my current situation, I would be rejuvenated and refreshed, all ready to start my new job in a new year. I should be.

Maybe I need a new life away from people I know, family included. *Emoing*

Sometimes, I have so much to say, so much to rant but somehow, it doesn't feel too right to rant about one's family and air one's dirty laundry.

It's really saddening and sickening when people aren't responsible or have their hearts in the right places. And I can't shrug off the sense of filial piety. I just can't.

Nowadays, it would appear as if I've changed from a goody girl to a more not-so-goody-girl although the goody side in me is rebelling against the not-so-good side. Ok. That's getting a little bit complicated. *hehe*

No point ranting when it's just so general and aimless.

Story of my life.

Sabtu, 26 Desember 2009

Kooky Pics #77 Three duckies

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Christmas Fancy Dress

3 Alternatives to the Traditional Santa Claus Outfit

Christmas Fancy Dress The traditional Santa Claus outfit has become extremely popular during the festive season. It seems that in the weeks leading up to the 25th December these Christmas fancy dress costumes are everywhere. On the street corner rattling a box for your money, in countless shops promoting the latest Xmas gift, in Santa's Grottos up and down the country and of course at family gatherings scaring the younger children.

The Santa Claus outfit is also the most popular costume at the end-of-year office do and festive fancy dress parties. So, if you are planning on going to one such party this year and would like to be at least a little bit original, what are the alternative Christmas fancy dress costumes that are available to you?

Reindeer

A Rudolph the red-nosed reindeer suit is always a good choice amongst the men at this time of the year. There are female versions of the costume, but I believe the really good ones out there are those for the men. Please note that not all reindeer costumes come with a red nose, but if you find a great reindeer suit that does not have one, then a red Comic Relief nose will always make a good substitute.

Angel

Ladies can choose to go to the party in a Sexy Miss Santa costume, but in my opinion an even better and far less risque choice is to go as a Christmas tree fairy or an angel. The angel outfits currently available are extremely flattering and stand out even in a room full of Christmas fancy dress costumes. I would like to say one word of warning though with this type of outfit. Make sure that the angel wings are not likely to restrict your movement at the party.

Snowman

I have saved my personal favourite to last, the Snowman costume, which I believe is the best alternative to a Santa Claus outfit. We are a nation brought up on the heart warming tale by Raymond Briggs, so a Snow man suit is always going to be well loved at the party. Also, it is a unisex outfit that comes in styles for men and women, as well as some hilarious looking novelty ones. However, if you are going to go down the novelty route, please make sure you are well aware whether your suit is easy to get in and out of with regards to visiting the bathroom during the evening.


By D F

Jumat, 25 Desember 2009

Kooky Pics #76 In the quiet

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Christmas at Orchard Road!!

My happening family and I made a trip to Penang on Monday til Thursday, headed back to Petaling Jaya and today, left for Singapore just so to see the much talked about Christmas lights along Orchard Road.

Not to sound like I am criticising, although the lights were pretty, I would say it's not super whoa.... or fantastic. No offense meant to all Singaporeans ya. What could be seen is that LOTS of effort have been put into this. However, to me, too many lights were used and erm... not exactly environmental friendly.

However, if you've never seen the lights, it's good to make your way down to Orchard Road to have a glimpse.

I shall let the pictures do the talking. These are for those who couldn't make it down this year.






The 3 wisemen

Trying to climb up the camel! =p

Confused??!! Where to go next..



Crazy crowd along Orchard Road.

More people!!

and even MORE!!











We started making our way back...

We walked and walked and walked...
finally, detoured into Zara.
Whilst my cousin checked out the clothes,
guess what did my uncle and stepgrandma did??


Looking at the map, right on top of the Zara display clothes!




Checked out a Lamborghini...

So, for those who didn't make it this year to Singapore..
there will always be next year!!


MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!

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