Simone - Your Style Architect: What To Wear

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Dress : The Editor's Market ( sold out) ( similar here, here & here)

Shoes : The Tui Collection ( ON SALE )

Clutch : Heritage Refashioned ( get it here)

Bangle : APM Monaco ( similar here & here)

Necklace & Ring : Taka Jewellery ( available instore)

Earrings : Lovisa ( get it here)

Hello everyone,

I know I don't usually post during the week but seeing that Friday is Valentine's Day and many of you may still be wondering what to wear or needing some inspirations, here is one more to add to your list trending some gift ideas for you guys to gift your beloved.

Red is the colour of luck to the Chinese but also the colour of love. So this Valentine's Day, I have pulled out something from my current closet ( no special shopping in line with keeping fashion sustainable). If Kate Middleton can recycle her outfits in the public eye, why not me?

This ruffle trim strapless dress is perfect for date night. Of course with a gift of " bling" it always helps to pump up the volume to the dress ( hint... hint...) and I especially love this bracelet from APM Monaco. Their pieces are unique in design and certainly very pretty to style any evening wear with.

I am sure you guys would realise by now my love for shoes from The Tui Collection. In all honesty, when I purchased my first pair, the leather was still stiff and so had cut me round the ankle but after the second wear and the leather softens and moulds to one's foot, it is the most comfortable pair of shoes I have ever owned. Therefore my love for this brand certainly grew and grew.

Likewise, you would have noticed me styling this vintage upcycled clutch on my Instagram feed several times and rightfully so, because this clutch is so versatile and with a long strap that could be attached, it allows one to wear it up or down with any outfit. I chose to pair this dress with this clutch for its geometric pattern and the accent of the red on the bag. The kiss lock with it's " diamond" clasp adds that touch of elegance to the bag. You will certainly see me style more outfits with this bag.

Being Valentine's Day, I would like to showcase some diamond jewellery pieces not only for styling one's evening outfits but also again... a gentle hint to our love ones for pressies ideas!! This contemporary styled pendant in mixed coloured diamonds keeps the look fluid with it's soft linear design and the leaf shaped ring adds a little texture too. These pieces are from Taka Jewellery here in Singapore but I am sure you can find similar styles in other jewellery shops online or around the world. If you are based in Singapore, do pay them a visit for their latest collection of contemporary styled rings and pendants.

I hope you enjoyed this look and do share with me how you will be spending Valentine's Day.

Love,
Simone xoxo

Hi everyone,

I bet many of you are already starting to make your plans for Valentine's Day!

For me, obviously besides the nice and romantic aspect of spending quality time together and enjoying a sumptious dinner, obviously dressing up for the evening plays a big part too.

So here's a few different outfit ideas I had put together from GAMISS.com, to help you put your look together for this great evening.

Look No. 1 - Jumpsuit / Monochrome

( CLASSY)

Lace Panel Off Shoulder Jumpsuit // Simple Tassel Drop Earrings //
Rhinestone Day Clutch // Concise Colour Block Stiletto Heels Slippers

Look No. 2 - Ruffle Off Shoulder Dress / Red

( FLIRTY)

Ruffle Off The Shoulder Bodycon Fishtail Dress // Metal Teardrop Hoop Earrings //
Embroidery Clutch // Flower Snake Print Sandals

Look No. 3 - Fun /Girly ( SWEET)

Sheer Mesh Insert Floral Dress // Women's Waterproof Rose Gold Wristwatch//
Leather Square Shaped Crossbody Bag // Tassel High Heeled Sandals

Don't forget to check out their many new arrivals and take an extra 12% off for your Valentine's outfit shopping by using this code : "LOVER".

Have fun shopping and do let me know which is your favourite look from these choices above !

Love,
Simone xoxo

It's finally here - Christmas 2017!

I would like to take this opportunity to wish all of you, my dearest friends, for your continuous support and wishing you a Blessed Christmas and a Fabulous and Fashionable 2018!

It's been a crazy year filled with ups and downs and a little more, with the relocation from Hong Kong to Singapore. Never easy to pick up where you have left off however am certainly looking forward to many more happy surprises in 2018.

With this Christmas, I wish for good health for everyone and peace ( yes Peace!) finally to rest in everyone's heart. Race or religion I hope all of you find peace in your heart and in your lives and share that Love and Peace with all around you.

Do share with me your Christmas wishes in the comments below. Till then, have your yourselves a Happy Holiday and a very Merry Christmas !!

Top : ZARA ( similar here & here)

Pants : H&M ( similar here & here)

Cuff Earring : CARAT London ( get it here)

Choker : Lovisa ( similar here & here)

Bag : Chloe

Shoes : Bershka ( get it here)

Bangle : APM Monaco ( similar here & here)

Love,
Simone xoxo

Happy Summer everyone.

I know it's been 2 weeks since I last posted. The last 2 weeks had been such a rough time for me with a quick and sudden decision to move homes in Hong Kong and a pre-planned vacation all happening at the same time. All for the better so not to worry. However, not that arranging a move is a breeze, we barely had a week after the move to reorganise ourselves and head straight out to Florida for our annual holiday. So much to do, so much to organise and arrange to ensure a smooth and quick transition - not only for us but for the doggies too.

Anyway... all is well now and here I am finally finished with the move and in Sunny Florida enjoying my summer vacation.

Will have more pics coming your way once I get vacation shots done but in the meantime, this is the last of pics I had done prior to moving out of my old place. So enjoy.

Exploring new styles with my dressing over summer this time - working with more sneakers than sandals/ wedges.

Listening to Justin Timberlake's " Can't Stop The Feeling!" whilst writing this post and its so befitting this post with it's catchy tune and whilst writing this post, my feet just can't stop tapping and grooving away. I certainly would rate it the perfect Song of Summer 2016!

Have a great summer guys and stay tuned for holiday shots in Florida coming your way soon!

Top & Pants : ZARA

Necklace : Lovisa

Sneakers : Adidas

Bag : Fendi

Love,
Simone xoxo

Hi everyone,

If you haven't noticed already, I had just put together a brand new Look & Feel for my blog. After 4 years, I figured it needed a little sprucing up for Summer 2016!

So to kick off and in celebration of a brand new " Simone - Your Style Architect", let me share with you a new multi label designer online store I discovered this week. Although they are canadian based but they DO offer shipping to the USA where many of you guys are from, so it is a perfect site to check out.

Simons.ca to me, is pretty much similar to ASOS.com where they offer a range of high end designer wear but also current season trending items on a lower budget for those who love to get the look for less. Besides their Women's collections, they also cover Men's and Home / Lifestyle items which was such a treat knowing you can get beautiful bedding sets, cushions and even decorative items like candle holders and items to dress up your kids' rooms.

Photo courtesy of Simons.ca

Of course, my main focus was checking out the Women's collection more than anything else. Besides top designer labels such as Diane Von Fursternberg, Chloe, Vivienne Westwood, Michael Kors etc just to name a few, they also carry mid range brands from all over the world. So you are bound to find something to fit your budget. And like all amazing and successful online stores, they now carry a range of products and items under their own private label " Simons".

TREND # 1 - JUMPSUIT

Clockwise from left to right : Boho Chic Jumpsuit //Penny Lane Quay Sunglasses//
Pure Feather Hoop Earrings // Emma Go - Sophie Sandals

So, what better way then to put together looks for you - mix and matching some of their items that caught my eye whilst surfing through their site. I am indeed getting excited about these looks, just unfortunate that being based in Hong Kong, they do not ship internationally as far as I know, but it won't hurt to drop them an email to find out more.

I was inspired by this classic black and white jumpsuit with a sexy halter top to put together this first Look. The comfort of those loose flowing palazzo pants makes this an outfit you can dress up or down. For me, I always believe that when you buy an item it needs to take you places. Not just working on a single look. So I styled this jumpsuit smart casual with beautiful large round rim sunglasses, and continued the bohemian theme with drop real feather earrings and accentuating the 2 tone outfit with these gorgeous metallic sandals!

If jumpsuits is your thing, here is another popular favourite style for this season. Blending culottes and jumpsuits into one.

Fluid Culotte Jumper

TREND # 2 - SHIRTDRESS

Clockwise from top left to right : Redesigned Chic Linen Shirtdress // Golden Hammered Cuff // Shiny Italian Clutch // Steve Madden Belinda Sandals

I love shirtdresses especially for Summer as it's so quick to get up and go and yet with different accessories, it again allows you room to play with your looks. A great travel item as well. This linen shirtdress in a pastel pink hue just called out to me. The sleeveless style was pretty with a twist of the higher neckline. No Summer wardrobe is complete without a pair of leather sandals and these Steve Madden ones are puuuurrrfect!

Kept accessories to the brown / gold tone hue and a simple clutch would finish off this look. All nice and simple yet understated elegance. A great weekend outfit or one for dress down Fridays in the office.

TREND # 3 - ONE PIECE SWIMWEAR

Clockwise from top left to right : Soft Straw Hat // O'Neill Bare Shoulder Beach Dress //
Vanessa Wu Metallic Sandals // Anne Cole Monochrome High Neck One Piece Swimsuit

Well, I don't know about you but I obviously prefer one piece swimsuits as opposed to bikini wear simply because I am so self conscious of my bulging waistline. Hey look - we are all not perfect so we need to choose the right items to suit our figures and that will accentuate our best assets and hide our flaws! ha ha ha....

Loving this beautiful floral swimsuit and figured a nice beach dress, metallic espadrilles and a beautiful sunhat would make it the perfect look to take you out on those fab summer beach holidays!

Here are also some other styles I was drawn to in their store :

Michael Kors Jewel Logo Bandeau One Piece Swimsuit

Simons Scalloped Pique Balconette One Piece Swimsuit

La Blanca Sahara Drape Halther One Piece Swimsuit

There are just so many items that fit my budget on Simons.ca, and here are some of Summer's hot trending items you may wish to consider when you head over to Simons.ca to put together your Summer Wardrobe.