Burst of Rainbow Colored Mouth Bubbling Frills!

Event Review: Meesha Sukira Batik
By Guest Blogger: Cynthia Lee

I have been missing the fun of blogging lately because I found 'fun' somewhere else - my day job =)
So much colors to go through, so many designs to choose from!

The promotions have started, the sales have peaked, but I haven't got the time to share with you fashionistas on some gorgeous stuff available out there in the malls ;)

Introducing Meesha Sukira! The brand where your clothes are hand drawn to perfection. Yes, you read it right. 'Hand drawn' In craft term, we call this as the batik apparels :) At the mention of batik, I am pretty sure many are ready to scroll to see the many faces of baju kurung in pretty florals :) Here you go!

And yes, the above are depictions of batik fom Meesha Sukira. And so you may ask "Where are the baju kurungs and the floral patterns?" For this season, expect lots of short dresses in colorful abstract prints, quirky caftans of different length in loud prints. In limited pieces! Don't you love to hear that? Knowing that your piece of item is labeled 'exclusive' because only so many of the fashionistas can have a hold on it. 

Where to get it?

Currently on a short promotional stint in Isetan Level 2, Gardens, Mid Valley. 

From 27th May 2011 till 10th June 2011. Yeah, sorry for not informing earlier ;(

And after the end of promotion, I guess you will need to contact me personally to get a glimpse of it till we make the next cameo =)

So hurry up and tag along your boyfriends and hubbies and make sure they find no reason not to get you a dress. I leave the convincing and persuasion skills to you :)

Meesha Sukira batik currenly in Isetan to tease you!

More pretty pictures to tempt you! And if you think only models can don these outfits, you are wrong! Designed for all of you out there who appreciates the finer things in life. 

Wei Ni, owner of Peep in a frilly batik dress! 

Funky hand drawn boots to flaunt!

Abstract tube dress   |  Asymetrical sheer caftan top to dress anyhow you can think of :)

Michelle of Supermodels Secret wrapped in batik shawl | Tassled shawl for a casual day out | My batik work wear! ;)

I hope by now, some of you are googling what is batik and planning to make a trip to Gardens, Mid Valley and have a real glimpse of the real stuff! See you there! 

Say hi if you spot me prowling! =D

Happy Shopping!
Cynthia a.k.a. Guest Blogger for YSK

Edited by YourShoppingKaki :)

Event Review: MagicColour Lens Blogger's Review Session @ Mid Valley

By Michelle C. (Guest Blogger)

Heya beautiful people!=D

By now, you've prolly heard of Geo Lens a.k.a Circle lens that has been a huge hit in Japan and Korea for its ability to make one's eyes anime-like due to its larger diameter and vibrant colors. I've always wanted eyes that pop (uhh, not pop out of the socket, but bigger, brighter eyes with a gaze that mesmerizes =D) but never dared to try these lens back then as I used to be a tad doubtful on its safety and its origins. However, after having the opportunity to try 'em out, I'm a fan now! Thanks to MagicColour contact lens - a brand new Korean circle lens brand that has just hit our shores last month and YSK is honoured to be invited to be part of their launch a.k.a Blogger's review event which was held in Delectable, Mid Valley.

A fun-filled event with food, free makeover sessions and goodiebag for all the bloggers. I'll let the photos speak for itself ;) :

MagicColour Lens custom made cupcakes and chocolate lollipops. Cute stuff!

We're greeted with goodiebags containing a bag organizer, 3 pairs of lens ,

chic&sleek canvas bag & 1 set of the lens casing

Bloggers mingling with delectable finger food before the makeover session.

Make up session ... and now.. our crowning glory gets glorified =D

Next up is the photoshoot, all of us got the opportunity for a shot with MagicColour Lens after the makeover and hair do, and here are snapshots of the photos of the bloggers and yours truly donning MagicColour lens.


Fatin wearing DiamondGreen | Hazel in Dazzle Violet

Isabel in BlushyGreen | Michelle in BlushyBrown

Syazwani in BlushyBlue | Stella in MoonlightPink

Traclyn in Stilette Pink | Tammy in Blushy Gray


Group shot after the event =)

We're all ecstatic as we all can now look like Tsubasa Masuwaka (anytime!),
the gyaru top model in Japan. Yikes, sorry, I digressed.

My personal review on MagicColour Lens:

Lens quality/design/size: Top quality lenses that is made in Korea using the latest diamond cutting technology, with 16.00mm diameter, normal lenses are 14.00mm in diameter. While 2.00mm may seem miniscule with the naked eye, it makes a HUGE difference when worn on the eyes. Below is a personal pic. Right eye (no MagicColour Lens), Left eye (Wearing MagicColour lens). Huge diffference eh?

BEFORE (Left) AFTER (Right - with MagicColour lens)

Variety/colours: They've got 11 collections altogether, my favourite is Blushy collection as it has 3 color tones and blends beautifully into dreamy like anime eyes. This one will suit casual outings and everyday wear, and they have got collections with pretty patterns too like the Ballerina range, which looks fun to try out on special occasions.

Comfort: Wearing this for up to 4 hours is fine, after the 4th hour it gets a bit dry, hence i recommend using eyedrops. I have got very sensitive eyes, so maybe for me my eyes feels dry faster than alot of people.it has 55% water content so it is still fairly moisturised. Use a moirturising solution prior to wearing to help extend the moisture odf the lens while wearing it.

Packaging: Blister packaging encased in another lovely box by MagicColour, very hygienic.

Other comments: This lens looks great not only in real life but stands out all the more in photos. It makes even the smallest of eyes stand out.

MagicColour Lens is available for purchase here:
http://magiccolour-lens.com/

YSK promo:

Happy Shopping!

Michelle C a.k.a Guest Blogger for YSK
Edited by YourShoppingKaki :)

Event Review: The HandMade Movement

Event: The Hand Made Movement (bFree Centre of Creativity)
By Cynthia (Guest Blogger)

If there is anyone who appreciates and understands the art of handmade items, I think I should be considered one. This is because I am equally as involved in handmade stuff in my day job too ;) Well, I don't really do the manual job anymore besides the rare occasion where I am needed to conduct lessons on it. But having to work in such an environment has made me more appreciative of all things handmade. We are really passionate about stuff handmade that even our packaging boxes are hand weaved or hand patched with fabrics =D

boiling water to remove wax | the canting tools and some wax and resins

work in progress in our humble studio-cum-office

But today's post is not about the fabulous things that I do on my day job. Today we shall celebrate the awesomeness of being able to at least do something with our own bare hands and proud to label it 'Hand Made With Love' ;)

And if by now if your bare hands are itching and fidgeting to do something creative, let it be free at the Bfree centre of creativity. Organised by the HandMade Movement, the Bfree centre provides a platform for all craft enthusiast to learn various form of crafts from scrapbooking, making own soap and lip balm (yes! why buy when you can make your own!), polymer clay, book binding and many more interesting activities to explore.

I managed to have my hands on the Beginner's Polymer Class, conducted by HooiYin of TinyPinc. And class was fun! The enthusiastic participants comprises craft lovers of all backgrounds! The Chinese, Malays and Indians (from India ok!) of all ages with one vision - to make polymer choco chips cookies =D Talk about being muhibbah!! ;)

class in session

The starter kit. Notice the ring base and some earring chain?
Yes, we are making something! Yay!

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Mould, press, mould, press

choco chips in the making! ;)

I would call this the 'texturing' process to create the dents on the cookies ;)

A pair of butter cookies to in progress to be baked and turn into earrings (and not to eat?!) Check my choco chips cookies glazed with.. glue >.<

Getting ready to be baked! Woohoo!
Everyone was so excited to wait for the outcome ;)

While waiting for our bakes for the day to be completed, we progress into making Candy Cane. Don't you always wonder how did they achieve the swirl?

Roll, roll, roll, roll and twist!

tada! my candy cane all done!

And all our fabulous choco chips, butter cookies and candy cane went into this oven while we waitetd eargerly to see how it will turn out to be =D =D

Baking! | Some of the collection brought in by Hooi Yin to inspire us ;)

By now, I hope you are shrieking in excitement knowing that you now need not sit in front of the PC and google ways to make these crafty items and have no interaction with people of the likes. Check out some of the classes available in the Bfree Centre and get hold of some friends whom you think may be interested too and start getting crafty. If you have no friends of the same interest, like me, go alone! And meet more new friends.

Fret not about anyone bitching about what you wear, what you look like or how you smell (ok, maybe not this!) in the class, as I can see that everyone comes with the grand intention to learn the craft for and bring home some skills that they can practice during their leisure time ;)

Jewellery Making Class | Polymer Clay Class

Lip Balm Making Class | Scrapbooking Class

Book binding Class | Socks Doll Making Class

The Bfree Centre is located at 12A-3, Jalan PJS 8/11, Dataran Mentari, Bandar Sunway, 46150, Petaling Jaya, Selangor D.E, Malaysia.

I think I am planning to go for the decoupage class the next round. Want to know what's that? Head on HERE!

Happy Shopping!
Cynthia a.k.a. Guest Blogger for YSK
Edited by YourShoppingKaki :)

Bazaar Alert: Fashion Bazaar @ Millennium Square

Weekends are designed for shopping. :D

We don't usually do repeat posts, but to support new events we're gonna shout this out one more time - the latest bazaar in town is next weekend! :)

Bazaar @ Millennium Square, PJ

When?
9 & 10 April 2011
Saturday & Sunday

What time?
11am-7pm

Where?
Millennium Square, Jalan 14/1, Seksyen 14, Petaling Jaya 46100
(main concourse area)
*Click here to see map*

Why visit?

• Besides our friendly neighbourhood blogshops, Yves Rocher branded cosmetics will have a booth there and PAY LESS BOOKS will be having a warehouse sale!
  
• This is a FULLY INDOOR event: This means air-conditioning (yay!) and it doesn't matter whether it rains or shines! :)
• Changing rooms: This makes shoppers happy! If you're worried about your items being damaged, take a leaf out of Sungei Wang's fitting rules - if it's white, it can't be tried on - and if it's below a certain price, it can't be tried on either. If you're worried about losing count of the items you let shoppers borrow to try on, keep the hanger to keep the count!
  
• Great location: Only 2 minutes from the old Jaya Supermarket (now a construction site) and Digital Mall - which means famous landmarks that most people will know how to get to.
• Crowd-ready area: Located directly adjacent to an apartment complex of 440 apartments, with the majority of the tenants being students, they'll be sure to go to Millennium Square to check out the bazaar for sure! :D
  

For more information, please visit their Facebook page or contact millenniumbazaar@gmail.com. :) Do leave a comment below if you're participating at the event!

Happy Shopping!
Your Shopping Kaki :)