Pick up sister, ethan and yadale tomorrow....

bee-zay thurs it is!

and not so fortunate wednesday too!

arghhhhh!

This is it

I watched This is it with Ping last Mon and now I'm obsessed with the song "This is it"...

Don't know whether it's the way he sings (sorry, sung) it or the lyrics or the whole MJ story, it makes me think about my life everytime i listen to it.

This is it - MJ

One, Two, Three, Four

This is it, here I stand
I'm the light of the world, I feel grand
Got this love I can feel
And I know yes for sure it is real

And it feels as though I've seen your face a thousand times
And you said you really know me too yourself
And I know that you have got addicted with your eyes
But you say you gonna live it for yourself.

I never heard a single word about you
Falling in love wasn't my plan
I never thought that I would be your lover
C'mon baby, just understand

This is it, I can say,
I'm the light of the world, run away [?]
We can feel, this is real
Every time I'm in love that I feel

And I feel as though I've known you since 1, 000 years
And you tell me that you've seen my face before.
And you said to me you don't wnat me hanging round
Many times, wanna do it here before

I never heard a single word about you
Falling in love wasn't my plan
I never thought that I would be your lover
C'mon baby, just understand

This is it, I can feel
I'm the light of the world, this is real
Feel my song, we can say
And I tell you I feel that way

And I feel as though I've known you for a thousand years
And you said you want some of this yourself
And you said won't you go with me, on a while
And I know that it's really cool myself

I never heard a single word about you
Falling in love wasn't my plan
I never thought that I would be your lover
C'mon baby, just understand

I never heard a single word about you
Falling in love wasn't my plan
I never thought that I would be your lover
C'mon baby, just understand

Me Love Whine

I just realized I have become a whiny person. I whine about stuffs all the time. About work. About wedding preparation. About Ele. About money. About columns. About ten thousand other things. During lunch. Before breakfast. While driving. On MSN. I “FB” and “Tweet”. In dreams. All the time!

So, to purge the negative Qi outta my system, I am writing this post to officially announce I am going to stop WHINING for 1 day. Worth the flutters eh?

I am going to be that person who loves EVERYTHING she does. Loves job. Loves wedding prep. Loves Ele – from head to toe, inside out. Loves columns. Loves ten thousand other things. Every second in this day.

I love EVERYTHING I do… or told to do… *Hypnotizing self*
I am loving it. YES!!!!

Okay, I think the negative Qi is flowing away slowly. Wow this is working! My job is beautiful. My life is gorgeous. I love my life! I love EVERYTHING and EVERYONE that makes up my life.

And bow.

-end-

I am so bloody lazy to upload all... so here's the sneak peek!

Presenting to you... (drumrolls)

my bridal shot!

i am fucking lazy and tired and sien to upload them all - although we only had like 41 pics in total - so consider this the preview haha...

Fabulous Five

As most Autumn/Winter2009 runways dawned upon us with metallic and party-perfect shades, words has it that earthy and bronze might extend legs into the season too.

I've picked my favourite 5 eye palettes this season for five different looks as I forsee eye contact is something you will highly offer en masse, especially when parties come close =)

1. For Nightlife

Dab on L'Oreal Paris Open Eyes in Stellar, RM45.90, that gives stunning glittery effortlessly with four metallic shades.

2. For Houseparty

Powder on Revlon ColorStay 12 Hour Eye Shadow in Berry Bloom, RM46, for smudge-free, crease-proof, long-lasting finish.

3. For Work

Turn to Bobbi Brown Velvet Plum Holiday Palette, RM170, for it contains 5 shades, from base to liner shades.

4. For Well-dressed Dinner

Collection Venise by Chanel, Eye Gloss, adds charisma and elegance to your eyes instantly, rendering sensuous and long-lasting effect.

5. For Romantic Getaways

You'll pack along Laura Mercier Satin Lip Baked Eye Colour Palette, RM179, that consists of five creme eye shadow in champagne and soft pink shades to soften your lids.

This Week

3 publications... beauty column... swollen gum... wedding photos... and another busy week...

To-do list today

1. pick up bro from the airport...
2. pick up bro from the airport...
3. and pick up bro from the airport...

okay bye.

Bag Porn I : The Babila

Up to this point of time, I can no longer keep my Babila frenzy to myself...



Introducing: Valextra Babila, my newly found obsession.





Beautifully handcrafted and amazingly subtle, it's logo-free and timeless - definitely a classic piece to own.


Babila in Briliant Green

"The Valextra Babila Bag is designed with soft leather and is available in a variety of colors. The shape is simple, yet perfect for work and day-to-day wear. It is the kind of bag that is so simple yet so elegant that it needs to explanation." - purseblog.com


Babila in Tundra

The fact that Babila is seen trotting around by most Hollywood A-listers leaves no room for question. Babila exudes that Italian chic no other labels can defeat. And the fact it is not flooded with logos wins the prize.

P.S. The writer is saving $$$ for this one.

Beauty Q&A 2: Mineral Makeup 101

Q: How is mineral makeup different from traditional makeup? Any fool-proof tips for applying mineral makeup?

Here's what my own experience concludes:
"In some ways, mineral makeup is the opposite of conventional makeup. With conventional makeup, you usually put on a pigmented cream or liquid foundation and then a sheer powder to set it. But with mineral makeup, the foundation is powder that feels creamy when applied. They brush on easily to lift, shape and even the skin tone.
When you apply mineral makeup, use light layers, but as many layers as you want. Mineral makeup adapts to your skin tone so you can’t make a serious mistake. I love Estee Lauder Nutritious Vita-Mineral Loose Powder SPF 15/PA++ Makeup, RM125, for its light-as-air Microsphere Powders and fruits’ nutrients. Microsphere Powders can provide a soft focus effect that scatters light and hides skin imperfection, while fruits’ nutrients such as Vitamin C, E and Iron can give a burst of radiance to the skin."



Estee Lauder Nutritious Vita-Mineral Loose Powder SPF 15/PA++ Makeup, RM125, is available at all Estee Lauder counters.

Livin' out LOUD

I used to complain to my gal friends that my life was a bit too plain and had always hoped something thrilling and unexpected can inject into my doleful life, like, an accidental romance with a head of mafia… OR, a drastic economic crisis that wrecked my family business, and I had to start working part-time for McDonald’s… *knocking on my desk twice wtf*
Then I saw this little Chanel sack in KLCC the other day, so I changed my mind. I still need my Platinum credit card anyhow. So, how was it? I got on the list, and if everything goes well, I would get it by end of this year. Oh, it’s so Barneys!
But hang on, didn't I just promise Ele that I should stop spending so much on all these luxury junks? I admire friends who can stretch a good decent RM100 handbag till a freakin' long way. And look at me! I know!
Now that I am earning my own full-time money, besides my regular income from my columns, I should be nothing if not very able to control my own spending - but why har?
Okay, if you guys know any flea market, furnish me the details please! 'Cause I need to stop patronising malls and labels!
Then, Ele was mocking me yesterday when I asked him about cars and pricing. I told him about the plan and he "yeah-right-ed" me with a bitterly scornful smirk. Well, let's just hope that miracle happens. Ha-ha, simpsons style.

Beauty Q&A 1: Happy Feet

(pic source: images.buzzilions.com)

Q: How to get through this sandal season with pretty feet?

I asked Grace Ong, PR Manager of Clarins, and here's what she shares:

"Beautiful feet are every girl’s dream come true. With a small amount of time and efforts, you can give your feet a fabulous makeover too. First – a process that may take up to a few weeks depending on your foot condition – use pumice stone to buff away the thick layers of skin three times a week. The next step is to keep your toe nails short and clean. Classic red is hot this season, so be sure to stock up some nail lacquer in order. And last, lashings of moisturizing and nourishing TLC with a thick layer of lotion to your feet every night. Try Clarins Foot Beauty Treatment Cream, RM98, that provides comfort to tired feet. Its creamy rich, non-oily texture glides easily over skin to repair feet and beautify toenails. Slather on nicely until you feel an unabsorbed layer on the skin, then slide on clean socks before turning in – the next morning when you wake up, skin will be beautifully moisturized and Birkenstock-worthy!"

Clarins Foot Beauty Treatment Cream contains active ingredients such as Virgin Cashew Nut Oil to nourish and soften skin, Shea Butter to repair, soften and perfect skin, Arnica to relieve feelings of fatigue, Myrrh to strengthen and beautify nails, Essential Oil of Thyme to purify skin and Laponite® powder to absorb damp.
Clarins Foot Beauty Treatment Cream, RM98, is available at all Clarins counters.

Exactly how much water is needed?

pic source: sxc.hu

It's a million-dollar question echoed around every bend of the beauty world.

Here's an answer from my daily dosage of beauty knowledge, Beautybible.com:

Super beauties swear by drinking water to keep their skins clear. And according to leading nutritionist Vicki Edgson, co-author of The Food Doctor, 'I can tell which of my patients have been drinking enough water the minute they walk through the door - because their skin's translucent and clear.' The target? 'At least 2.5 litres, filtered or bottled, drunk steadily throughout the day.' (Vicki's tip: always keep a glass - or bottle - of water on your desk.) The occasional glass of fruit juice can count as part of that total - 'but remember that fruit juice interferes with blood sugar levels, so it's best not to substitute. Herbal teas can be included in that 2.5 litre total - but not caffeinated beverages. In fact, for every caffeinated drink, you need to drink the equivalent of double that in water. Same goes for alcohol.'

My advice: don't wait until you feel thirsty to drink water. Remind yourself to drink water every half an water to hydrate your body evenly, so like Vicki Edgson suggested, keeping a bottle of water on your desk can remind you so.

I am BORED!

Everyone knows that I am planning to have Honeymoon in Tokyo and FIT resort at the kaki of Mt Fuji, but lately i've been toying with an idea of havin' a short break rightafter the wedding. A short honeymoon before the real one comes =)

How's that?

So, i've been lookin' at other people's blogs and googling about local retreat gems like this?


This place is in Serendah, close to Rawang, it's like less than 2 hours driving from home! I mean, this really looks like a hidden gem right? If I am to pick a place to be named as "Malaysia's Best Kept Secret", this could be nominated!

But wait, does it sound too good to be true?

As I read on from their website, I realize their bedroom looks like this!

Uh-no! This doesnt look right for honeymoon! We don't wanna be stared at by monkeys or other creatures in the jungle while we're oh-yes-yes-ing!!!! I know with lights off nobody can really see us, but we have this habitual behaviour of sleeping bare, so NO!

Forget about this place - despite how nice it looks and feels!

Well, maybe some of you can tell me some nice local places for mini break that doesnt involve alot of mosquitoes, and wide-eyed animals?

Cramp and Crave

I'm having one of the worst cramps ever now, but I am craving for Shabu Shabu....

Only hot hottie hot steamboat can save me from limbo now! Please!!!!



Or thin beef slices ready to turn color in the hot soup....



Ugh....

The Night Before ROM

#1. Crabtree & Evelyn shower & beauty kit for moi.

#2. Large tub I could sleep in it.

#3. Too wiped out for that.

#4. Zzzzzzzzzzzzz

***

That's Hilton KL for you =)

Why status bags?

(pic source: limelight.org)

Remember that scene in Sex and the City where Carrie told Aiden that if a woman doesn’t carry any bag when she’s going out, it’s as if she’s naked? I remember. And I live on that motto.

Question is: is a status bag worth it?

I really think it depends. If you’re a bagaholic like me, and you don’t mind spending the money, an obviously designer bag gives you a certain cachet and style. You know, like pricey jewelry, it’s a fashion statement all on its own that lets you look stylish even when you’re not so put together. But if you’re going to invest in a designer bag, be sure not to buy a trendy shape; choose a classic that will pack a punch for many years.

Unless, unless, you’re like me, who collects bags (or baguettes in my case), then you’ve gotta bear the consequences of your credit cards’ bills.

The other day I was out with Karin in Bangsar, she asked me how to fake a Parisian style (that’s right that girl is going to Paris). So since we’re sorta on the subject, let’s talk French now.

Okay, basically, Parisians love clean-lined fashion. So, don’t overdo it.

You can start with a rich double-breasted coat and white jeans for a street-chic elegance. Or, just muffle in a lady coat with a pair of loafers. As for bags, you need to choose one that functions well with your coat. Keep your big-ticket items in synch and think about both form and function. A cross-strap bag, for instance, doesn’t go with the clean lines of a lady coat; a top-handle handbag makes more sense. If you’re in jeans, try YSL Muse. If you’re in lady coat, be sure to look feminine, try Christian Dior Lady Dior Bag.

When you’re packing your luggage, don’t forget to tuck in a versatile long-strap bag, like Chanel 2.55, for hands-free shopping.

As you’re boarding, I’d suggest a giant tote or bag, such as Fendi Tote, so that it holds all your inflight gear, like cashmere, pashmina, and lotions.

So, back to my earlier point: is a status bag worth it?
Yes it does. Trust me, that bag – even though costing 4k – can go through many years of thick and thin with you.

What to buy for Newborn Baby?

Peeps,

If you don't have time to shop offline for baby gifts (we know how tiring it is to go from shop after shop!) - either for baby shower or full moon party - We've got you covered! Go BFF now as we take the buying pressure off your shoulders...

Yes, we have the latest baby fashion available for you - whether you're parent or single - to welcome a newborn.



A newborn needs the most delicate clothing.

So, I have a few finds from BFF that are perfect for newborns.

Princess Frills Body Suit, RM10 (STEAL!)

Doll up your baby princess in pure angelic pink like this one - because we know you'll love the frills! Perfect for newborns and crawlers. Plus! It's on sale now! Grab it before it's too late!

I love My Bear Long Sleeves Body Suit, RM10 (STEAL!)
Again, I present you our discounted item, for RM10 you get super comfy clothing in superior fabric quality, your baby can wear it either as playsuit or pajamas.

P.S. You can buzz me here if you need to ask just about anything from BFF =)

XOXO,

Zay

It's beginning to break my heart.

"Michael Jackson died," Tam IM-ed.

"I know, it's like so sudden," I typed.

"Your superstar just died!" she stressed.

I didn't know how to react. True, I used to idolize him when I was small, I loved his songs and I still do, but as I grew up - much to his music - I started to resent what he's done to himself. Twisted, perverted, were some of the words I felt for him. All the molesting cases, remarrying stories, did major damage on my penchant to defend him anymore. I gave up.

But last night, on my way to pick up Ele, Hitz was playing MJ's songs back to back, in the name of "Celebrating the Life of Michael Jackson". I remember those days I used to watch his music videos at home and wondered why his fans always cried on his concerts. People told me they're tears of happiness. Because that's probably once in a life time chance to witness his live performance.

Until I was 13 - and turned into a disposable teen, i may add - I watched his videos and there, tears of happiness ran down my cheeks. Didn't quite know why I cried, probably because I felt his pain more and more as I watched his dances, acts, and stories.

So, as the DJ kept playing his songs on and on, my heart pinched. Last what Governer Schwarzenegger said, "We lost a great entertainer and a pop icon." The greatest.

And his songs, were still one of the best performed ever.

It's beginning to break my heart...

Shoeporn #1

My bridal shot footwear are just done up by my shoe designer E, so here's some sneak peek:

These are for the wedding day. I have another pair designed by E, so actually I don't know which one I'd be wearing =) I will show you how that pair looks like, but this pair looks plain dope, isn't it?


Then, these, are for bridal spread. Sorry, I mean photoshoot *oopsie*


And these are the ones I wore on ROM.


I might be bugging E to design more for me! And sell them here maybe, haha, that I'm kidding...

母難日 my birthday!

I seriously don't know how to live this special day to the fullest. Today is the day I was born, today is the day I came out from my mom's womb. So, perhaps a big thank you to my parents for conceiving me and to my mom for everything she had to bear with by having a child like me.

I was impossible. I am always the hardest in the family. I was so typical that I had middle child syndrome, whereby I used to seek attention by being different from the rest of the kids =p

So now, all grown-up, and getting 1 year older - if not wiser? I wanna say thank you to those who've sent in their birthday wishes... and presents... to those who've celebrated birthday with me. It was very cozy and sweet, thanks!

Here, a picture we took during our Lunar Birthdays - God knows we not only share same zodiac signs but Lunar Birthdays!

Then, here're pics of our dinner @ Sudu, Hilton KL.

With Karin!

And Char aka Siew Li!

Actually this one rocks my taste buds, I thought it's delicious! The vege pie yes!

These have thin layers of Gold - and yes, being a beauty writer for years, I can tell you these are good for skin! (I mean the Gold!)

And here comes my Birthday Cake :) It's strawberry, me likey! From RT!






Thank you girls!

BTW, I haven't gotten other pics taken with my other jimuis, so once I get them, will update here, righty!

P.S. the durian buffet is canceled because ele has to work v. late tonight =(