What's in my bag?

A housewife's life is boring without doing any housework - pretty much summerizes my week. So guess what, I cooked and shopped in the wet market! (apparently, walking in heels in the dirty stalls with the T-shirt "I only eat but I don't do the dishes" written on it)

And now, peeping too much over other people's handbags, I'm sharing what's in my bag with all of you.

1. Chanel tote - oversized, suitable for me who basically carries trash around

2. Miu Miu purse - big enough for all my credit cards, membership cards, icecream shop stamp card, cat food discount card...

3. Ferragamo purse - for my keys, octopus, and just being there to look good

4. Sofina 50+ PA+++ sunscreen - Asians do not get tanned, we don't look golden brown in tan as it's supposed to be, we look like rotton bananas. I tried and I looked like a cheap potato nobody picks up in the market. Tan is for whites.

5. Chloe perfume - lifts my spirits when I stress out

6. YSL lipstick - lifts my appearance when I stress out

7. Kiehl's lip balm SPA 15 - God I have freckles on my dull lips, people say it's mutation...

8. YSL compact - i use it occassionally, obviously the case is glamourous enough for me to ignore the foundation inside

9. Marc Jacobs sunnies - which you see in most of my posts

10. i-phone - now the latest version is "i-quit"

11. Clinique moisture surge sample - for my skin flap, really effective

12. Sophie Kinsella's book - lively and hilarious

Now what? It's not fair if you don't show me what's in your bag...

Don't call me a fashion blogger illustration

One word to describe Francesca - GLAMOUROUS! always sexy, up for fun, passionate for colours and bling, this is her. I have an absolute lust over her heels especially which are versatile and really eye-catching. Oh Italian women!

9to5chic illustration

Obviously everyone loves Anh's style - for her sleek and office-approrpiate fashion. I have painted an illustration of one of my favourite outfits blush and brown here - modern, stylish but not over the top. Not to lie, this outfit photo has been my iphone wallpaper for quite some time!

Relaxing Sunday

top and maxi dress unknown from Causeway Bay// sandals Fendi// bag Prada// ring Artini// hair clip Alexandra Zouari from Paris//
Hong Kong's weather has been lovely, my grumpy faces, not so. I was hoping to relax a bit on Sunday in a coffee shop, perhaps too many changes and I find them hard to accept and adapt to sometimes. Will I get used to them soon? But of course, changes can be good, it's a bit pathetic if your life doesn't progress. No worries - I am full of energy and well rested after the long holiday!
I wore this nautrical striped maxi once, btw, this top above costs $10HKD ($1.28USD), it's nothing close to glamourous but, $10HKD?

Jade nude

green dress Zara// beige jacket unknown// pumps Fabio Rusconi// bag Prada// rings Massimo Dutti and H&M// bracelet Tiffany & Co.// necklace Coach// lip YSL No.10 provacative pink//

The scorching temperature hasn't done much to remind me we are actually in the midst of summer. I very much have kept an eye on fall fashion already. Who would have thought the vibrant colour trend could have lingered so long? I like nude with green accents, they make each other pop.

New in: Fabio Rusconi pumps

top: Ned Rhythm// Staccato// MAX&Co.//

bottom: Fendi// Salvatore Ferragamo// Fabio Rusconi//

Now KILL ME!!!! I know, I know I broke my promise word again, I swear I did not look for another pair of shoes intentionally. They arrived at Lane Crawford and as per my daily visit, I find my dream pumps - leopard print in pony hair (check), made in Italy (check), leather soles (check) and low heels (check check!!). They look, from every angle, so smooth, well-made and luxurious, not to mention how compatible my feet go with them. I cannot help but grin when I look at my collection of low-mid heels. They tend to be designer shoes (as opposed to my high street mid-priced high heels and wedges) and the craftmanship is really there.

Meanwhile, I'm completely memersized by JAC in the Miss Dior in Paris commerical - romantic, dreamy, luxurious, pure perfection.

Shopping ban officially imposed this month!!

Polka dot calling

polka dotted dress H&M (3 yrs ago)// blazer Simple// booties MAX&Co.// bag Chanel// sunglasses from Harajuku Japan// rings Massimo Dutti & Chanel// lip YSL No.10 Provocative Pink//

Of course I can't wait to wear my new booties. Just a simple look pairing with dotted one piece and blazer I can go to work. For shoes(specially heels) I generally stick forefoot gel cushions and insert comfort insoles to make them more breathable and to ease pain after walking for hours. I would put this pair of booties into my casual category but they can be quite sophisticated on feet in real as supposed to being placed in the shop.

By the way I'm on lookbook.nu now (click ME!!), don't hesistate to add me or hype my looks! ;-)

New in: Max & Co. booties

booties Max & Co.//

I promised myself not to buy another pair of shoes this month, and you might think I'm insane to buy a pair of booties in August in this sub-tropical climate (and we all know it's actually tropical, face it). But they're on sale, they're black with wooden heels and little ribbons, and I want a new pair of black booties (as my old H&M ones are so torn) so let me get prepared for our favourite fall season!

Peachy afternoon in Central

top thrifted// pants Bershka// wedges Ned Rhythm from Japan// bag Chanel// sunglasses from Harajuku Japan// rings Artini & YSL// bangle Hermes// bracelet Tiffany & Co.// lip YSL No. 13 Peach Passion//

This is my last day of my official summer holiday so I hop around Central in the afternoon. The centre hub of Hong Kong is versatile for various reasons: limitless skyscapers and office buildings, world-class designer shops, dynamic night life in Lan Kwai Fong, specialized art galleries and historically signifiant heritages. Around the district you find the residential area Mid-levels and renowned secondary and tertiary institutions. This is the perfect area of east meets west - beneath the glitz you can experience our roots of being Cantonese.

the GOLD digger

top Enigma// pant H&M// belt Zara// pumps Staccato//clutch from Causeway Bay// ring Artini & Massimo Dutti// necklace Muse// all make up YSL// lip YSL No. 8 Fetish Pink//

GOLD deserves a single post. I'm a sucker for splashes of gold and all YSL makeup products especially the rouge volupte lipstick (if it weren't obvious enough ;P) - so creamy, vibrant and longlasting with a great scent. These are my shopping pumps, the heel and tip are golden, love <3

Weekend golf outfit

leopard top H&M// vest unknown// pants Bershka// sandals Fendi// bag Louis Vuitton// accessories YSL, Tiffany & Co., Artini, Hermes, Fendi and Dior// hair clip Alexandre Zouari// sunglasses from Harajuku Japan// lip YSL No. 10 provocative pink//

Just a quick post of my weekend outfit to play golf! Not that I'm close to a good player but it's relaxing to see the scenery. Mind me, I might just sit there and read a book not even holding a club for more than 15 minutes. <3

Have a great weekend!

New in: Fendi SS 2011 heels

Fendi spring summer 2011 heels

Lancome blanc expert// Clinique moisture surge// Clinque derma white// Estee Lauder eye complex// YSL rouge No. 10 Provocative Pink//

YSL No. 10 Provocative Pink// YSL No. 31 Tuxedo Pink// Chanel rouge No. 09 Lover// Estee Lauder No. 307 Cyrstal Orchid//

Like I said, I'm gradually opting for low heels replacing many 4.5" high heels of mine because I feel low heels are safe, able to serve to lengthen your legs and are better than flats because it hurts if the soles are too thin. So, low heels coming ahead for shopping trips, office life and many other more occasions!

The rest of the day is to shop for skincare - after spending time at the pool and beach, my skin is terribly dry and more age spots and wrinkles come out! Yes in short term a warm sun makes you look good, but my skin is a bit injured. Here are some skincare products for daily anti-aging and hydrating. Ok, I admit that the YSL rouge doesn't help, but why not when the colour is this bold? I give myself lipstick treats :)

Nautical maxi

striped maxi skirt from Causeway Bay// pink vest from Laysee Mall// wedges Steve Madden// bag Rabeanco// belt H&M// sunglasses from Australia// rings YSL & Artini// bangle unknown// Bracelet Tiffany & Co.//Necklace Dior & Fendi charm// head piece from a scarf// lip M.A.C A80 Brave red//

Everyone knows stripes are 2011 summer fashion, but nautical is a timeless one to stick to when spending time by the sea. I accessorize my maxi dress with a pink vest and orange belt with hints of red and warm tones. And don't we love a dose of vintage? Look at my scarf on my hair :)

A crave for...

green top Ugly Corset// pants Bershka// loafers Domail// bag Chanel// sunglasses Marc Jacobs// ring YSL, Massimo Dutti &Artini// Bangle Hermes// Necklace Forever 21 from Japan// Lip Colour Chanel Rough Allure No.09 Lover//I kinda like the combination of green and orange, loafers loafers! <3 and tell you what, I have a crave for red lip colour. I used to use M.A.C lipsticks for its pigmented texture but Chanel ones are more longlasting and this cranberry red (No.09 Lover) is cool toned, subtle and not over the top. As I said, there are so many kinds of red,
so have you met your red lipstick? Do share!

Just relax!

Black dress (wear as a top) from Causeway Bay// Pleated skirt from unknown shop// Wedges Canvas// Leopard clutch from Causeway Bay// Rings YSL and Massimo Dutti// Bangle Hermes// Sunglassess Marc Jacobs//
Curl my hair a bit and wear my new ring from Massimo Dutti - i love big rocks especially with a dash of colour in it! I feel I cannot live without cocktail rings now. So easy to catch attention and versatile too. My last relaxing week before my new semester at school starts! Losing myself in books, painting art, meeting up friends, chilling out... life has never been so generous to me for a long time. <3 The definition of "fun" has gradually changed throughout the year, more grounded and meaningful somehow.
What are your new finds during the mega sale season?