Hi everyone.
Spent the last couple of days playing around with trial videos to learn how to edit them, add music and captions, but more importantly to be able to make a video that reflects ME ! Research is always important and whilst I was trawling through Youtube ( I will be honest to admit I hardly go onto Youtube to watch Vlogs) something disturbing popped up and now it's making me think twice.
I will get to that bit later on in this post but in the meantime, as you have seen from my last post - I am beginning to enjoy trending hats. So here's another Fall / Winter look you could be inspired with.
Was one of those mornings where you dress for warmer weather and suddenly it starts to get cloudy and windy. So threw on this boxy coat and wore my trusted wedge sneakers from Zara to keep warm. Not forgetting a nice floppy hat to keep the hair in place and my head warm from the chilling winds.
This Fall / Winter 2014, I have been gravitating towards Boxy Jackets and Coats. Something about this structure that gives a little element of that runway feel to outfits otherwise simple or lame if paired with a regular cardigan.
Always been a lover of adding red accents to black, so no surprise this time with my YSL inspired bag that I nicked off my mom some years back and another beloved item from my closet ( which you probably have noticed me trending a few times in my blog) - my Rue 21 jeans for US$ 10!!
So back to my initial fears about starting to Vlog or do Youtube videos. You see, whilst researching how others edit their videos or simply learning how to Vlog, I came across particularly two very successful and inspiring Vloggers -
Eleventhgorgeous and
Zoella who I thought are so good in what they do and obviously they are so down to earth people that resulted in their many subscribers or followers.
Unfortunately just of late, they have been " victimised" if I can use that word, from hate comments and people who simply perhaps are jealous of their successes and either getting Youtube to strike them ( as in the case of
Eleventhgorgeous) or for
Zoella, where she was put down by many horrid hate comments resulting in her breakdown and having to take time off from Vlogging. This is utterly sad because even as a new follower of Vlogs, I personally enjoyed their videos and each and everyone of their videos had their own personality coming through. They were not fake nor trying too hard or got overwhelmed by their sponsors that their vlogs became simply another ad for a product. I will be honest to admit some of their videos were even good Pick Me Ups for those gloomier days. My take on on all this is that, if you do not like their style / personality or what they are doing - just DON'T FOLLOW them or view their Vlogs. SIMPLE!! What do you gain by continuing to view their videos, and then only to leave hate comments?
So with that said, I am concern to be " exposed" in that manner but I guess I will cross that bridge when I come to it. Blogging and soon to be Vlogging, will always be a hobby I enjoy and seriously, if you do not like my style or what I have to say - then please move on.
Till then, for my great supporters, do continue to keep your positive comments, requests and don't forget your final entries coming in for the
Michael Kors US$ 300 Gift Card Giveaway and do watch this space for the next exciting giveaway coming your way soon.
Love,
Simone xoxo
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It's the weekend again everyone.
Been a long holiday week and was hoping to have more time to blog, but with the boy out of school for a number of days and the internet down at home, I could not do much till today. Was quite frustrating to be honest.
Those of you following the news would know that tensions are running high in Hong Kong with pro democracy protestors. Most people are now starting to get increasingly frustrated having to stay at home so as not to be inconvenienced by the standstill of transportation networks at certain major routes/ areas of Hong Kong and with some shops being closed in those affected areas.
Hence I hope this post would help cheer you up a little. Seeing most people here in HK would be home, getting on the internet to while away their time as going out isn't a good idea at the moment, or simply because its the weekend if you are on the other side of the world, and having a little more personal time to spare. I have decided to throw the first of my GIVEAWAYS of a beautiful Turquoise Fringe Statement Necklace to brighten your weekend. ( Read on for giveaway requirements and terms & conditions.)
Chanced upon an Instagram group that has fun spinning daily looks from an inspirational styleboard, put together by 2 fabulous ladies ( @jro1583 and @aem8168). This outfit was a spin to a look that was pinned on Instagram on 22 September. Tagged #PinnedItSpinnedIt, you will find women styling their daily outfits based on the inspirational pin and putting their personal touches to those looks to make it their own. Very fun....you should try it.
Just to give you an idea - here's the Pin that was put up on 22 September on styling a floral jacket, but since I didn't have one, I spinned it with floral pants instead.
Seeing the weather is slowly cooling down, I had thrown on a lace jacket over a similar lace top for those cooler days. However for those of you in warmer climates, the picture below sans jacket is equally great for warmer weather and a night about town. Just throw on a statement necklace, great heels and you got the perfect look.
Will certainly be sharing more Outfit Spins with you as I continue to play this challenge. For one, you don't have to think too hard about your outfit for the day as you have an inspiration to work with. Isn't that great!!
So for a chance to win this gorgeous Turquoise Spike Fringe Statement necklace, here are the requirements :
1) Subscibe to my blog via Bloglovin' or via email subscription on the right scroll bar.
2) Leave a comment below and your email address.
3) "LIKE" my Facebook Fan Page
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Wishing you luck and go have fun and check out this challenge on Instagram (#PinnedItSpinnedIt). Next week's Pins are already up.
Love,
Simone xoxo
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Hi everyone. Another busy week and finally having a few mins downtime before my schedule catches up with me again.
Doing fashion posts has been fun and I know I have a few more tips up my sleeve to present to you however I decided to highlight in this post the top IT bags of 2012 which are my personal favourites and to help you decide on making that all important buy.
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| Prada Satchel |
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| Kate Spade Satchel |
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1. Cambridge Satchel
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1. The Cambridge Satchel
The Cambridge satchel has won us over with its simplicity in design and functionality.
Throughout summer it added that pop of colour and jazz to our outfits which we love
so much. Several versions of this style of bag made it to the SS 2012 collections of
major designers e.g Prada, Kate Spade etc.
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| 2. The Celine Mini Luggage |
2. Celine Mini Luggage
My personal favourite - The Celine Mini Luggage which is of a reasonable size to use
for several occasions and also in its myriad of colours to choose from makes it a popular
bag for most of us. Classy and cute with it's " Smiley" face, the fact that there is many
inspired versions out there in the stores says it all.
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| 3. Celine Trapeze Bag |
3. Celine Trapeze Bag
This year has been a good year for Celine, releasing 2 popular IT bags this
Spring/ Summer 2012 season. Besides the Mini Luggage, the other much
coveted bag is the Trapeze for its cute design and yet spacious enough for
daily use. Again the play of mix and match colours make this an interesting bag to own.
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| 4. Zara Plaited Shopper Bag |
4. ZARA Plaited Shopper Bag
The ZARA plaited shopper bag is our next best bet for those especially on a slightly
tighter budget and yet need a functional, classy but pocket friendly designer bag.
The plaited detailing on the carry strap adds that twist of chic-ness to an otherwise plain
looking bag. The beautiful colours it comes in has made it a sought after bag this season.
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5. Louis Vuitton Jelly Basket
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5. Louis Vuitton Jelly Basket
Louis Vuitton did something different this season with the patent leather version
of a plastic shopping basket. This bag has both the fabulous AND fun factor.
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6. Versace Stud Bag
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6. Versace
This VERSACE bag has a hint of Balenciaga with the stud embellishments and
perhaps overdoing it a tad, but alluring in its own way. Rebel Chic!
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| 7. Alexander Wang Rocco Duffle Bag |
7. Alexander Wang Rocco Duffle Bag
I first came across this Alexander Wang bag on a celebrity blog site and fell
in love with it immediately. It's simple and classic design was up an edge with
the studs at the base. Celebrities all over Hollywood are digging this bag ( as
seen above on Mary-Kate Olsen and Ashley Tisdale). This bag wins 2 thumbs
up from me.
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8. Gucci 1970 Bag
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8. The Gucci 1970
The Gucci 1970 is another must-have bag for 2012. With metallic caps coming to
the forefront in fashion e.g metal capped collars, toe capped heels... now this graphic
gold plaques add a sense of art decor to this vintage piece whilst the gold tassel gives
it a hint of 1920s flavour to the bag. Gucci has also launched a python print version
which combines Spring / Summer 2012 animal print trend with this classic design.
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9. YSL Cabas Chyc
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9. YSL Cabas Chyc
Although this was a 2011 favourite but for it's elegant and practical design, I
decided to add this to the list. Hollywood celebrities have certainly fallen in love with
this bag and hence a highly recommended option.
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10. Longchamp Le Pliage Bag in Leather
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10. Longchamp Le Pliage Cuir Bag in Leather
Ah... and the final runner up to the Top 10 bags to own for SS 2012 is the
Longchamp Le Pliage Bag in Leather. This style of bag known for its versatility
and functionality has been seen on almost every other lady walking down the street
but in its widely popular nylon version. Thus I was up in arms to welcome the
introduction of the leather version to up the ente for this hot favourite, sealing it
with a classy edge.
So which is your favourite?
Love,
Simone
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