ITSZES

MURAL

2012-03-01T15:28:00.001+08:00

Painted my room wall! Finally something I can cross off on my holiday-things-to-do list.

I am thinking of adding more branches and falling leaves, but I'm kinda tired now. Falling sick soon.

BIRTHDAY BOY

2012-02-27T19:51:00.000+08:00

Titanic exhibition at Marina Bay Sands!
I felt so sad for those who lost their lives/their family in the shipwreck. They were so assured that the Titanic is unsinkable, and they didn't even prepare enough life boats for everyone. One of the captain was even retired, but wanted to lead the Titanic one last time, he even promised his family that the Titanic will be his last, but he died there. :<

Replica room of a first class cabin. It's looks really posh, the price of the room (even converted to today's value) is frigging insane. I can never afford a first class cabin on Titanic.

A jacket that belonged to one of the staff who died. His name was clearly written on it.

Third class cabin cost $900 (converted to today's value). Still pretty steep.

Dinner @ Sushi Teh

Before dinner I told him I wanted to shop around while waiting for his friends to arrive, but I totally went to get his cake. Then secretly told the waitress to surprise him. The cake design from Haagen Dazs looks kinda weird.

He's always telling me how impossible it is to surprise me when I'm always around him, oh I so proved you wrong.

Looking pretty drunk there?

HAPPY BIRTHDAY OLD MAN. PLEASE BE WISE.

HENNESVAL

2012-02-26T01:00:00.000+08:00

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Leopard Scarf & Maroon Pleated Skirt sponsored by Hennesval.
(Leopard Scard comes with a tank top)

The leopard scarf comes with different colors of Scallop Tank Tops! I've got the bright pink one! ♥

Hennesval is selling the knit cardigan that you girls have been asking me about!! Go take a look kay!

Check out Hennesval latest collection HERE.

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Quote "ITSZES" for 10% discount off your total bill!!

HENNESVAL IS GIVING AWAY A COACH WRISTLET!!! DETAILS UP HERE.

PHRENZY

2012-02-25T08:10:00.000+08:00

Sponsored Advertorial

Knuckle Ring, Tribal Bracelet & Warrior Ring sponsored by Phrenzy.

Phrenzy has the loveliest shop owner ever. Sucha sweet girl.

I love the tribal bracelets at Phrenzy, love at first sight!! Especially the one she sent me.

It's very simple looking but unique with a blue stone in the middle.

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Quote "SZES" to enjoy a $1 discount off your total bill!!

Shop with Phrenzy and and get a FREE S$10 voucher (with no minimum purchase)!!

Isn't that awesome, it's like buy two for the price of one!!

They don't only sell accessories, check out their basic pre-order HERE

PIGEON HOLE

2012-02-24T19:33:00.002+08:00

Hey peeps, I'm new on Instagram! Follow me @szes!!

And on Twitter @Szesyo too! Thanks

RADES

2012-02-21T23:38:00.000+08:00

Sponsored Advertorial
Leopard Lapel Waterfall Cropped Blazer sponsored by Rades.

Ring from Phrenzy, but more on that later (stay tuned for discount code at Phrenzy).

Leopard Lapel Waterfall Cropped Blazer sponsored by Rades.

It was love at first sight when I saw the blazer. Totally would have bought it if I wasn't sponsored.

It's so versatile, I can already think of many ways to wear it to school.

The status for the Leopard Blazer is already pending, but you can always bug her for a back order!

There are lots of awesome available stuff, like sequined collared shirt and leather zip clutches in their new collection, CLICK HERE to view!

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MEGA CLEARANCE SALE THIS THURSDAY, 23RD FEB, AT 7PM SHARP!!
I can't waittt!!!!

SINGAPORE INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY OPEN HOUSE 2012

2012-02-18T23:16:00.000+08:00

Welcome to Singapore Institute of Technology!
I was at their open house a last month with Joanna and Colette!!

Established in 2009, SIT is an education initiative of the MOE offering undergraduate degree programs primarily for polytechnic graduates. In partnership with various reputable overseas universities, SIT has brought to Singapore some of the world's top industry-focused degree programs targeted at growth sectors of the economy.

SIT open house Suntec Convention Center.

Admission Requirements

SIT adopts a holistic approach in assessing applicants for admission by considering the following criteria:

Full-time Diploma from one of the five local polytechnics
Singapore-Cambridge GCE O-level results
Work experience/Internship
Interview Performance

SIT's admission exercise has commenced on 1st Feb 2012.

Huge crowd at the open house.

Everyone there received a goodie bag filled with materials you would need to answer your queries.

Filled with informative booklets, brochures, pens, bottled water and plenty of cute items.

Lets take a tour around the open house:

Engineering and Applied Science

First up, are the Engineering programmes by University of Glasgow.

The UOG is the fourth-oldest university in the English-speaking world and is in the top 1% of universities in the world!

Degree programmes that they offer:

Bachelor of Engineering with Honours in Aeronautical Engineering
Bachelor of Engineering with Honours in Aerospace Systems
Bachelor of Engineering with Honours in Mechanical Design Engineering
Bachelor of Engineering with Honours in Mechatronics

Professionals at the booth to answer all your queries.

Each booth provides informative brochures that you can take home to plan for your further education.

Brochures of Glasgow’s programmes!

Engineering and Applied Science programmes offered by the Technical University of Munich.

With an illustrious history dating back to 1868, TUM remains one of the foremost academic institutions in the world. It is known for combining scientific intellect with a keen entrepreneurial mindset - a philosophy which has resulted in the university winning a number of prestigious accolades, including 13 Nobel Laureates.

Courses that they offer:

Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering & Information Technology

Booth filled with standees to explain the programme details.

Notepads give away!

More Engineering and Applied Science pregrammes offered by Newcastle University.

Tracing its origins back to 1834, NU has an enviable record for the quality of its teaching and the preparedness of its graduates to start their professional careers. NU is one of the UK's most reputable Higher Education Institutes, acclaimed for teaching excellence and multidisciplinary research.

Courses that they offer:

Bachelor of Engineering with Honours in Chemical Engineering
Bachelor of Engineering with Honours in Food & Human Nutrition
Bachelor of Engineering with Honours in Marine Engineering
Bachelor of Engineering with Honours in Naval Architecture
Bachelor of Engineering with Honours in Offshore Engineering
Bachelor of Engineering with Honours in Mechanical Design and Manufacturing Engineering

At the booth of Newcastle University.

Plenty of degree programmes on that they have to offer.

The professors at the Newcastle University booth! They were very friendly too!

Awesome engineering equipment.

Interactive Digital Media

Next up are the Interactive Digital Media programmes by the DigiPen Institute of Technology.

As the first school in the world to offer bachelor's degree in video game development, DigiPen is a pioneer and global leader in the field of interactive digital media education.

Courses that they offer:

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science in Real-Time Interactive Simulation
Bachelor of Science in Game Design
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Digital Art and Animation
Bachelor of Arts in Game Design

At the DigiPen booth, it was like a mini gallery!! I was so impressed with the real life drawings.

Sculptures of gaming figurines.

Hospitality

Next is the Hospitality programmes by The Culinary Institute of America.

Since it's establishment, the CIA has been the global benchmark for all culinary education. It's proven programs have seen it produce over forty three thousand culinary professionals, among whom are top chefs.

Course that they offer:

Bachelor of Professional Studies in Culinary Arts Management

Cutest booth ever.

If you’re into culinary, you should definitely make a trip down to SIT to enquire about their culinary course!

Creative card measurements given away at the booth.

Another Hospitality programme by University of Nevada, Las Vagas.

The UNLV is a state-research insttution, home to over twenty eight thousand students and ten prestigious colleges.

Course that they offer:

Bachelor of Science in Hotel Administration

Hotel administrative! Favorite of many students.

Design

Next are the Design programmes by The Glasgow School of Art.

Founded in 1845 as a government School of Design, the GSA is on of Europe's leading higher education institute for creative education and research in design, fine art and architecture.

Courses that they offer:

Bachelor of Arts with Honours in Communication Design
Bachelor of Arts with Honours in Interior Design

Their design standees are the most captivating, with bright colours and font.

Interior design booklet.

Health Sciences

Next is the Health Science programme by The University of Manchester.

The University of Manchester is one of the UK's top universities and is a member of the distinguished Russell Group that comprises the UK's 20 leading research-intensive universities.

Course that they offer:

Bachelor of Science with Honours in Nursing Practice

Education

Next is the Education programme by Wheelock College.

Since 1888, WLC of Boston has sought to provide a transformational education to students who are passionate about making the world a better place, with a special emphasis on preparing it's learners to teach, mentor and nurture young children and their families.

Course that they offer:

Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education

Polaroid pictures of their study trips look extremely fun!

For more information, visit their website at www.singaporetech.edu.sg

also visit their Facebook Page

DIAMOND IN THE ROUGH

2012-02-17T23:14:00.002+08:00

Shopping @ Chinatown
As mentioned in my previous posts; Chinatown is a hidden gem.
I wouldn't recommend shopping for clothes at Chinatown, cause it's pretty over priced. But the accessories are just darn cheap. One of the shop that my favorite girl and I went to:

Flooded with cute rings, ear rings, bracelets and hair clips.

My gf bought this pair of ear rings for $5.

and this bracelet for just $14.

Dinner:

SKETCH THAT

2012-02-16T23:26:00.000+08:00

VALENTINE'S DAY

2012-02-14T22:30:00.000+08:00

HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY!
Instead of a really romantic night celebration, we decided to skip the crowd and bring it forward to noon at our favorite location, Sentosa! Explains why I am home so early, doing up this blogpost.

KPO BOY?

HE DID NOT GET ME ANYTHING!

HE DID NOT GET ME ANYTHING!!

HE DID NOT GET ME ANYTHING!!!

I HATE YOUUUU!

As promised, this is the story of how I met him...

I'm not sure if I should write the long or short version. Four words can sum up the short version: Met him in school. Haha! Don't think my story is that interesting, so I'll try to summarize the long version.

I am hoping my mom and sis wouldn't read this, but I'm sure they will and my sis is gonna make fun of me for eternity. :/

It was five years ago... Despite being in the same school, he was one year my senior, we never knew of each other's existence for an entire year. During orientation camp, all the design students were cramped into one lecture theatre, but I never met him. On the second day of orientation, he had a performance, I didn't go for it. Several times my classmates organized to go swimming together, he was there, but I missed all of it. :/ It's kinda hard to believe because our design block only consist of two levels and how can it be that I've seen all of his classmates except him?

It was till my second year when we had this project where by all the students of different levels had to form groups to work together. There I saw him sitting at a corner, wondering why I've never met him. He was kinda plump back then, wearing a red polo tee with grey jeans and white canvas shoes. Maybe, it was love at first sight (sorry a little gross), I was kinda hoping he would be in the same group as me. Btw after we got together, he confessed to me that he told his friends he was hoping he could be in the same group as me too. So yeah, eventually we got grouped together, YAY!

Although I was kinda attracted to him, he was kind of a jerk during our group discussions. He was the leader of our group therefore he was very strict and formal with us. I remember telling my friends that he was mega unfriendly, and wouldn't laugh at any jokes. We had a nickname for him, I think it was Snowman, cause he had no emotions at all.

After half a year, when our project was ending, we all then started to bond better as a group. Not very proud of this part but, I found out he had a girlfriend for two years. Fmlz. Even after the project ended, we started hanging out with 3 other schoolmates of ours. Though I really liked him, I couldn't do anything cause he was attached. :< Then finally one night he told me he broke off with his girlfriend. Still, we remained as friends for half a year before he started confessing and we got together.

Up till now I still feel kind of sorry for his previous relationship, though he assured me many times I wasn't the one who broke them up. Anything I say will make me sound like a bitch, but in my defense, I didn't make any move and he waited an ample time before he started confessing.

So yeah... there you have it, the story of how I met him.

It's not the greatest story but up till now I'm still very thankful that I met you.

We could've easily been to different schools but we didn't.

LOVE♥YA!

By the way, my friends have entered their poodles in a competition, do them a favor by voting for them HERE(Toby) & HERE(Juju).

INDEX AWARD EXHIBITION

2012-02-14T18:52:00.000+08:00

Index Award Exhibition @ The Cathay.

LUNCH!! Yum yum...

Group project, product packaging.

... bursting soon, too tired! :<

KESTANO

2012-02-13T00:05:00.000+08:00

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Qunicc Military Dress & Tyesha Leopard Dress sponsored by Kestano.
I love both dresses very much, especially the Military dress!! It's in a very unique teal color.
The Military Dress can be worn as an outer wear or simply throw it on as a dress!
The buttons look kinda like mini studs, superrr cute.

The Tyesha Leopard Dress is in a very good material, the quality is definitely guaranteed!

It's not too late to pick out an outfit for Valentines day from their Valentine's collection HERE.

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VANITY DRIVE

2012-02-08T12:13:00.000+08:00

Sponsored Advertorial
Camelia Mesh Top sponsored by Vanity Drive.
Love mesh details with little hearts and the white collar and cuffs.

CHECK OUT THEIR AWESOME LATEST COLLECTION HERE.

Items like sequin collared top and mesh collared dress available at their latest collection! :>

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BARGAIN BOB

2012-02-07T22:47:00.001+08:00

Great buys today! Spent only $33 on 4 items. That's insanely cheap right?
Love shopping with my favorite girl, cause I'm always too shy to ask for discounts, and she seem to be a pro at it. Plus she has awesome taste. <3

1. Mustard Sandals: $5 2. Round Shades: $10 3. Kitty Glasses: $6 4. Stripe Cardigan: $12

DANGER GINGER

2012-02-05T14:40:00.001+08:00

LONGBEACH

2012-02-05T14:14:00.000+08:00

Modparade's reunion dinner at Long Beach, East Coast Park.
Forgot to take pictures with Fernnice!!

WHITE CLOTHES

2012-02-02T22:47:00.002+08:00

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Remember the awesome tribal & leopard print reversible jacket brought in by White Clothes?
They are having a brand new collection, Back To Basics!
Lots of basic wear that you definitely must have in your wardrobe!
Time to start stocking up on your basic wear!
View their previous advertorial HERE.

My favorites:

Drape Batwing Top

I have a similar one in black! I love the cutting of the top, it's extremely comfortable!
Pair it with a denim shorts and you're good to go!

Button Down Tunic

This is a definite must have in both black and white. It makes matching your patterned apparels so much easier.

Duo Color Leopard High-waist Shorts

This is just damn cute, my favorite item from their collection!

Knitted Hollow Shoulders

Have you joined their mailing list?

I have! Always excited for their updates!

Do check out their SALE page too! Every thing's below $20!!!

VISIT

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Also visit their Facebook & Twitter website to receive first hand updates and promotions.

Current promotion: GET $2 OFF ANY 2 REGULAR ITEM PURCHASED!

THE HANDLEBAR

2012-02-01T17:33:00.004+08:00

Sponsored Advertorial
Dove Cropped Cardigan Sponsored by The Handlebar.

The Dove Cropped Cardigan is just perfect for school.
Just nice for the cold lecture theaters but not too thick to make you sweat under the hot sun.
It's in a very light weight satin material which feels extremely soft and smooth.
Currently one of my favorite cardigan!

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Join their Mailing List to receive exclusive discounts and promotions, like free postage etc.
Visit their Facebook Page for real-time updates too!

Check out their latest collection HERE now!!!

SQUIGGLY DOVES

2012-01-31T19:32:00.000+08:00

My very first attempt in doing nail art! Can't deny it looks kinda awful.

Tried using camera apps to cover up some flaws. Haha, can you even see that it's silhouette of doves?

Materials that I've used:

1. Pale Pink Nail Polish from Rubi 2. Suzi Loves Cowboy Nail Polish from OPI 3. Nail Art Tool by December Flight (their advert is below this)

DECEMBER FLIGHT

2012-01-30T13:37:00.000+08:00

Lemon Chiffon Polkadot Top sponsored from their Closet Collection 19 by December Flight.

Currently in love with collared top. Especially this one!

Lots of collared top featured in December Flight's 19th collection, Nura Pleated Collared Top is awesome too!

VISIT

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Join their Facebook, Twitter and Mailing List for their latest updates and promotions!

December Flight is giving away a $16 voucher to 2 lucky winners!

FOLLOW THESE SIMPLE STEPS TO WIN:

1. "LIKE" their Facebook Page

2. "LIKE" & "SHARE" their latest Collection Album

3. Leave a comment to inform you've shared the album!

WINNER WILL BE RANDOMLY SELECTED AND ANNOUCED VIA FACEBOOK ON

5TH FEB 2012!

LAND RIGHT THERE

2012-01-30T00:57:00.000+08:00

Went to Malaysia today with my boyflend!
I think all old couples, like us, who can't be bothered about expensive dates should just go to Malaysia, cause dining and movies are just so cheap.

Boyfrend's favourite boutique there. Always walk out with a satisfied purchase.

Ice cream and waffles have got to be my favourite food.

Why you so frustrated?!

Best buy for today, lenses for $14 per box. Awesome.

Two apparels that adds up to only $30.

Ginger's quest to beg for bah kwa.

MISSXMATCH

2012-01-28T00:00:00.000+08:00

Sponsored Advertorial
Poppy red flare dress, perfect for the Chinese New Year period, sponsored by Missxmatch.

The dress is so damn cute! Absolutely awesome for the Chinese New Year season.
There are plenty of other cute dresses at Missxmatch!

VISIT

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Quote 'ITS-SZES' while checking out to enjoy a 5% discount on all items except for sale apparels

Join their Mailing List and 'Like' their Facebook Page for updates and promotions!

NIGHT OF THE DAY

2012-01-24T13:15:00.001+08:00

CHINESE NEW YEAR EVE

2012-01-23T10:51:00.001+08:00

Steamboat for brunch is awesome.

Mouth-watering juicy scallops and shiitake mushrooms.

Booooil bitch boil!!

Heading out for reunion dinner!!

I've tried everything man.

Facial exercises, bio-essences cream, nothing seem to get rid of my triple chin.

My granny is the cutest granny in the whole wide world!!

HAPPY LUNAR NEW YEAR EVERYBODY!

RIPPED DENIM SHORTS TUTORIAL

2012-01-22T23:30:00.000+08:00

If you have a pair of unwanted jeans lying around and you don't really know how to get rid of it, you can always make it into a pair of ripped denim shorts. It's really easy to do, with just a few simple steps you can transform

This:

To this:

STEP 1: Take a pair of unwanted jeans and mark out the desired length with a marker.

STEP 2: Cut the jeans according to your guides.

STEP 3: Throw it into the washing machine.

The ends will 'season' and become loose the more you wash it.

STEP 4: Use a card to scratch the ends.

This will create a more ideal ripped effect.

You can also rip the pockets and belt loops to have a complete ripped look.

There you have it, your new pair of denim ripped shorts!

CHINATOWN VISITOR CENTRE

2012-01-21T11:23:00.000+08:00

HAPPY CHINESE NEW YEAR!!
Today, I was at Chinatown's first ever Visitor Centre opening at Kreta Ayer Square. The visitor centre is specially designed for walking tours to help visitors rediscover Chinatown.

It's my third visit to Chinatown within this month and I'm starting to fall in love with the place. The rich culture, the bustling atmosphere, the cheap shopping, the authentic food, the friendly people, and so much more! Chinatown is so huge that having a tour guide is the best solution for you to explore it entirely. You'll be impressed with the shopping and dinning choices!

The Chinatown Visitor Centre from outside.

Takes up about 100 square metres, located behind Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and Museum.

Fire crackers to ward off bad omens and bring in good luck!

I AM MEDIA!

Exciting performances by the Dragon and Lion Dance group.

Ribbon cutting ceremony.

Presenting the hand sew dolls, by Chinatown's senior citizens, to the Guest of Honor.

Inside the Visitor Center:

The Visitor Center is like a mini gallery. There were information introducing the history and origins of samsui women, fortune tellers, letter writers and many more. I was very impressed with the interior and graphics that made up the entire atmosphere. Usually people would relate Chinatown as old and boring but it's definitely fun in the Visitor Center. Everything is well designed!!

In the Visitor Center, you can expect young volunteer ambassadors to share with you the rich culture of Chinatown, helping visitors with their queries. From Chinese myths and taboos to dialect clans and heritage brands, the tours are designed to give visitors a taste of the real Chinatown with a complete experience. Many merchandises are up for sale too!

Informative story boards themed "Old Chinatown" , reminds visitors of it's historical significance and flavor.

Even the lighting were detailedly designed to give a nostalgic flavor to the interior.

Informative brochures to guide you along your tour around Chinatown.

Merchandises like tote bags, hand sewn dolls, wrapping papers, notebooks, tea leaves are for sale!

Historical architecture elements like this brick wall.

The hand sewn dolls of Samsui women and Kopi Uncle etc.

Tea leaves for sale!

Nostalgic black and white news papers.

Lovely Joanna and I!

Cute ushers dressed in traditional costumes.

Free goodie bag for everyone!

The food street at Chinatown is bustling with energy. You'll never go hungry cause every single corner is a food stall. Some of the food there are really unique, can't be found in common shopping malls.

VISIT

WWW.CHINATOWN.SG

Also visit their I LOVE CHINATOWN SINGAPORE Facebook Group.

as well as their Chinatown Singapore Facebook Page.

Not forgetting, CHINATOWN is on Twitter!!!

RADES

2012-01-19T20:55:00.003+08:00

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I turned it into a tolga dress! The length is not too short and not too long. Awesome.

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THE VICTIMIZE

2012-01-19T18:46:00.000+08:00

Sponsored Advertorial
Crochet Tote bag in Maroon sponsored by our lovely Val.
Matches perfectly with my casual school attire. Stitching is strong enough to hold my laptop and books!

VISIT

THE VICTIMIZE

and support Val's unique handmade tote bags, lots of designs to choose from!!

BUSTLING PRAYERS

2012-01-16T17:48:00.000+08:00

SASSY DREAM

2012-01-14T23:30:00.000+08:00

Sponsored Advertorial
Lovely Knitted Pull Over in Black sponsored by SassyDream.

Love the knitted pull over, perfect for cold weathers like this.
Wore it to school few days back, keeps me really warm.

VISIT

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Quote 'SZES' and enjoy a FREE REGISTERED POSTAGE with a minimum purchase of 2 apparels (Usual 3 apparels)
Visit their Facebook & Twitter page for latest updates and promotional shout outs!

NEXT UPDATE: 15TH JAN 2012, SUNDAY
Collection launch of more than 20 dresses!!

CHINESE NEW YEAR PROMOTIONS!!!
(Valid only for purchases made between 8th Jan to 20th Jan 2012)
Non-mailing listees: BUY ANY 3 TIMES FROM NEW ARRIVALS & GET FREE REGISTERED POSTAGE!
Mailing listees: BUY ANY 2 ITEMS FROM NEW ARRIVALS & GET FREE REGISTERED POSTAGE!

LITTLE TALENTS

2012-01-14T20:30:00.002+08:00

If you didn't know, I'm an art teacher!!
Each time I tell someone that, their first reaction is 'omg so fun!!'.
It was fun at first, but right now the kids just totally drains me out. Its a nightmare when the clock strikes nine and the kids just come running in.

Today, this little primary two boy surprised me with his drawing talents!!
I was still drawing shapes in primary two and he can duplicate the flower almost exactly the same.
Can't deny I was a little bit bias toward him.

Other favorite works from the primary five and six kids:

Hiro, from Japan!
He's so cute with his weird little japanese accent, but he's just so god damn mischievous.

I feel a little pervertic creeping behind them to snap their pictures....

ALL IN A DAY

2012-01-11T19:29:00.000+08:00

School

A magazine I brought to school for a project.

Val and I, in a Modparade advertisement featured in that magazine, three years back.

Twinkle the Blue Bear and Flashy the Zebra to protect me from blisters.

They failed...

Mclab & Roger.

+50 energy.

Project

Lunch

Dried scallop chilli is awesome.

Mushrooms, vege & baby abalone.

Must try! 304 Orchard Road, Lucky Plaza, #02-114

Bookstore

Marvel comics is awesome.

Salon Vim

Second bottle sponsored by Salon vim.

Amazingly holds my curls into place. Get yours now!

Braces

Braces & double chin.

Dinner

Wicked!

Uncle's head keep blocking my view. :(

Wicked is awesome.

The story line, character, costumes, props, songs and lyrics were sooo good.

Must watch!

WHITE CLOTHES

2012-01-11T00:27:00.002+08:00

Advertorial
Head down to White Clothes website for their latest collection of apparels!!
Lots of varieties at White Clothes, from all kinds of apparels to footwear.

My favorites from their latest collection:

Collared shirts are kinda trendy now, looks cute no matter how you pair it.

Their reversible jacket is my favorite of all favorites:

Kinda unique, haven't seen it around except at White Clothes.

Totally awesome for cold rainy days, and it's unisex too!

VISIT

WWW.WHITECLOTHES.CO

Also visit their Facebook & Twitter page to receive latest updates!!

BEHIND THE SCENES

2012-01-09T20:04:00.003+08:00

Sorry for the mini preview...

I was bored while everyone's busy, even Toby.

SHOP DIY GALORE

2012-01-08T10:42:00.000+08:00

Advertorial
DIY Galore's very first self-manufactured collection!!
Trust me, almost every items is gorgeous. Love the style of all the items.
You can start off your new year shopping at DIY Galore!!

Exclusively manufactured by DIY Galore, it means that you'd probably can't find a similar piece anywhere else.

Snake Print Leather Tote is exclusive to DIY Galore too! The red one looks awesome!! It's so huge that it can be a stylish mini luggage bag for a short getaway trip.

Some of my favorites from the website:

VISIT

www.shopdiygalore.com

Also visit their Facebook page HERE & Twitter Page HERE for the latest updates!!

NANYANG POLYTECHNIC OPEN HOUSE 2012

2012-01-05T23:54:00.002+08:00

Welcome to Nanyang Polytechnic!!

Nanyang Polytechnic is having their open house from 5th to 7th January at 11am to 6pm. Not forgetting their night open house at the 6th of January, from 6pm to 11pm. You are invited to head down with your friends and families!

Ooh how excited I get when I return to NYP, I miss that place so much.

First highlight at the Tour Registration Counter, Atrium, Block A, Level 1

Get a taste of the lively diversity of CCAs at NYP. Enjoy the wide range of performances put together by campus talents. From hip hop dancing and martial arts, to orchestral and vocal performances – this CCA showcase will definitely thrill and entertain you!

Get your goodie bag here!!

Second highlight at Auditorium Lobby, Block A, Level 1

Find out about their 50 diploma courses, all under one roof! Speak to lecturers and students who have made NYP their choice.

School of Health Sciences

Diploma in Dental Hygiene & Therapy
Diploma in Nursing
Diploma in Physiotherapy
Diploma in Occupational Therapy
Diploma in Diagnostic Radiography
Diploma in Radiation Therapy
Diploma in Social Sciences (Social Work)

School of Design!!!

Diploma in Industrial Design
Diploma in Space & Interior Design
Diploma in Visual Communication

For those of you who has previously asked me about the design courses in Nanyang poly, here are some of my honest opinions.

I came from Industrial design, more commonly known as Product Design, it's similar to Design & Technology that you have in Secondary School. It sounds more of a boy's course because there are a lot 3-dimensional visualizing and model making involved. Girls would probably worry about having their manicures scratched! As product designers have to work very closely with engineers, there are a lot of engineering based modules. Most of our lectures are also engineers and they like to give honest feedback in a direct manner.

Despite all the scary moments mentioned, I've never once regretted joining Industrial Design at NYP.

In the first two year of the course, there are modules like colour studies, advertising, typography, model making and perspective drawing. I've got the best of both worlds absorbing skills of Visual Communication as well as Industrial design. I was always very curious about how things are manufactured. The engineering videos that my lecturer showed us really blown me away. It explains how small items like coins to big machines like cars are manufactured. I was also thankful that my lecturers prepared me for the real design world out there. On my very first week of advertising job, I got screamed at by my boss in front of all my colleagues. I felt really upset at first, but I learnt to be stronger. I absolutely miss design school at NYP

School of Interactive & Digital Media

Diploma in Digital Visual Effects
Diploma in Digital Media Design (Interaction Design)
Diploma in Digital Media Design (Games)
Diploma in Digital Media Design (Animation)
Diploma in Motion Graphics & Broadcast Design
Diploma in Digital Entertainment Technology (Games)

School of Engineering

Diploma in Aeronautical & Aerospace Technology
Diploma in Aerospace Systems & Management
Diploma in Biomedical Engineering
Diploma in Digital & Precision Engineering
Diploma in Electronics, Computer &Communications Engineering
Diploma in Electrical Engineering with Eco-Design
Diploma in Manufacturing Engineering
Diploma in Mechatronics Engineering
Diploma in Multimedia & Infocomm Technology
Diploma in Nanotechnology &Materials Science
Diploma in Telematics & Media Technology

To learn more about the School of Engineering @ NYP, you can head to Block S level 1:

Everyone loves dancing corn starch!

School of Chemical & Life Sciences

Diploma in Biologics & Process Technology
Diploma in Chemical & Green Technology
Diploma in Molecular Biotechnology
Diploma in Chemical & Pharmaceutical Technology
Diploma in Food Science & Nutrition
Diploma in Medicinal Chemistry
Diploma in Pharmaceutical Sciences

Looks like a mini science centre at the School of Chemical & Life Science booths.

School of Business Management

Diploma in Food & Beverage Business
Diploma in Fund Management & Administration
Diploma in Hospitality & Tourism Management
Diploma in Mass Media Management
Diploma in Business Management
Diploma in Banking & Financial Services
Diploma in Accountancy & Finance
Diploma in Marketing
Diploma in Sport and Wellness Management

School of Information Technology

Diploma in Business Informatics
Diploma in Business Enterprise IT
Diploma in Engineering Informatics
Diploma in Financial Informatics
Diploma in Information Security
Diploma in Information Technology
Diploma in Business Intelligence & Analytics NEW!!

To learn more about the School of IT @ NYP, you can head to Block L level 2:

Another highlight of the open house, a huge Flea market located at Block A Level 2:

Stand a chance to win a pair of movie tickets when you share your experience at NYP through tweeting! Booth located at Block A, Level 2:

For more information, visit their WEBSITE:

Make sure to visit Nanyang Polytechnic!!

LASTMANSTANDING

2012-01-03T00:30:00.000+08:00

If you have been following my tweets, you'd realise I've been mentioning a lot about the Last Man Standing event happening at Clark Quay. The idea behind the Last Man Standing event is to encourage party goers that finishing the night sober by avoiding alcohol has it's rewards, which they will find out at the end of the night.
A fun night out doesn't mean getting drunk in alcohol, it's about the experience spent with your friends and families. Whether you choose to drink or not, keep it within a limit, and you'll get to keep your self-dignity.

I remember my awful experiences of wobbly legs, puking over my friend's feet, getting into senseless fights and replying text that doesn't make any sense. I never want that to happen again!!

After not drinking for a long time, I've decided to give the Breathalyser a test! Located outside Zirca.

Attended the event with two lovely ladies.

The long queue of guys wanting to test out their alcohol levels.

We decided to give it a try:

We were all winners of the Last Man Standing as we didn't drink!!

My prize as a last man standing!

A Playnation voucher and a chance to win the grand prize of a trip for four to Bali. Other prizes for LMS participants includes Starbucks vouchers, Cathay cinema vouchers and Superbowl vouchers!!

Short interview about the LMS event. Ooh how awkward I get talking to machines.

GRAND PRIZE: TRIP TO BALI FOR FOUR!!

Winner will be announced on the 9th Jan 2011 at Breathe.sg Facebook Page!!

Remember peeps! Drink less and you'll be the last one standing!

DECEMBER GIVEAWAY

2011-12-31T22:46:00.000+08:00

CONGRADULATIONS!!!

Sylviak (@SylviaaaaK)

An email will be sent to you shortly.

Here's an additional item to your pile of Christmas gifts!

I'm giving away my pair of Jeffery Campbell inspired heels in Black lace, size 37.

Here's how you stand a chance to win this pair of super comfy pair of heels:
(only applicable to Singapore residents)

Follow me on Twitter.
Tweet me (@szesyo): MERRY XMAS GIVEAWAY, followed by your email address

That's it!

Will be picking out the winner on December 31st. Good luck!!

RADES

2011-12-31T14:35:00.001+08:00

Teal mini suede hearts high waist shorts and Dusty pink PU leather wedges sponsored by Rades.

The dusty pink platform shoe is amazingly comfy, with added height. It's not too loud yet not too dull.

Love the apparels brought in by Rades, I had a hard time picking out the items as most items are very high street style, and I love them all! Quality of items are strictly controlled by Rades, assuring you the best materials.

VISIT

RADES.LIVEJOURNAL.COM

Quote 'Szes4rades' and enjoy a 10% OFF your total bill!!
CHECK OUT THEIR LATEST COLLECTION HERE.

Korean food and ice cream with my favorite boy yesterday.

Enthusiastic waiter insisted he took pictures for us. Awesome service.

FINAL FANTASTIC FIVE

2011-12-28T15:32:00.001+08:00

CHRISTMAS EVE

2011-12-25T10:41:00.001+08:00

MERRY XMAS EVERYONE!!

STORY OF MY LIFE

2011-12-23T11:46:00.001+08:00

Ooh stupid sister.

POP FLEA MARKET @ POMO

2011-12-20T19:24:00.000+08:00

My flea market booth with POP at POMO level 2!
All my stuff (mostly brand new) was going for $2-$10! If you didn't attend the flea market, it's a huge lost! I bought some stuff at dirty cheap prices too.

Sushi rolls as lunch for the day!

Even Santa Claus attended. Haha.

BELLFOREST

2011-12-20T19:16:00.004+08:00

Sponsored Advertorial
Minimalist Dress sponsored by Bellforest.

Bellforest is an indie blog shop that focuses mainly on bringing minimalist fashion style apparels and accessories to customers. Apparels are simple, sleek, classy, basic, effortless yet elegant and confident.

Check out Bellforest's new arrivals such as Crop Top, Greek Rompers, Vintage Inspired Belts, Minimalist Dress etc.

VISIT

BELLFOREST.BIGCARTEL.COM

Quote 'Szes' and enjoy a 10% off your total bill for regular items.

Also visit Bellforest's Facebook Page or check out http://breathableliquid.tumblr.com/ for more updates!

SLOTH'S A YEAR OLDER

2011-12-19T23:20:00.002+08:00

MELTED TWENTYFIRST

2011-12-19T22:21:00.002+08:00

Celebrated my friend's twenty first birthday at Sentosa, planned everything so perfectly that we forgot a major issue: the monsoon season. Picnic, swimming, tanning, all failed because of the rain. By the time the rain had stopped, everything was wet and it was getting dark. Despite all that, we manage to have a marvelous time together.

My awesome jammies are sponsored by Sleep Couture.

We're gonna grow old together and look back at these pictures.

MISSMONDAY2007

2011-12-18T21:39:00.001+08:00

Sponsored Advertorial
Zigzag sweater sponsored by Missmonday2007.

Love this sweater, perfect for school and this monsoon season. Missmonday2007 has lots of casual and office attire for you to choose from! So don't forget to click on their banner at the side bar.

VISIT

MISSMONDAY2007

Quote 'Szes' and enjoy FREE regular postage when you shop at Missmonday2007.

Visit their Facebook page and join their Mailing List to receive first hand updates too!

MOBILE UPLOADS

2011-12-13T17:32:00.000+08:00

Over estimated time, too much to spare.

Over estimated time again, too much to spare.

Me rooom and me shoooes

Friday night cotton candy with my favorite girl.

Favorite girl made me favorite chocolate chip cookies

Le Boyfriend...

... le boyfriend is cool

Contact picture of me in my friend's phone

Ivan and reindeer Nicolette

Going for my annual facial.

MUDDER!! <3

SISTAAA!! <3

These are the iPhone photo apps that I use:

If there's any awesome apps that are not shown above, let me know!!

GUSHCLOUD

2011-12-10T11:12:00.001+08:00

Are you

bored at home and would like to make some extra cash just by surfing the internet?
thinking of ways to get more viewership for your website?

Then you've got to check out Gushcloud.

Gushcloud is an amazing social media tool developed for companies and individuals with any budget, to reach out to their target audience in just a few simple steps. It allows social media users to promote about brands and products they like and get rewarded in the process. Combining various social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter and Blogs, you can now effortlessly share your message with a unlimited pool of audiences! Social media marketing has never been easier, with Gushcloud!

1) If you are bored at home and would like to make some extra cash just by surfing the net, all you need is a Facebook and Twitter account, and by following these simple steps:

Step 1: Go to www.gushcloud.com

Step 2: Log in with your social media accounts (eg Facebook, Twitter, Blog)

Step 3: Check out your Gushscore (Influential Score)

You can increase your Gushscore by having more friends of followers, as well as sharing content that your friends are liking! Gushscore is also dependent on the activities on your platforms, so remember to stay active!

Step 4: Start Gushing!

Step 5: Get rewarded!

I've earned $0.50 just by clicking, the higher gushscore you have, the more money you'll earn! There are many awesome prizes to be won when you Gush too! My friend won a $20 Cineleisure voucher on her very first Gush. There are prizes like Zoukout tickets and Elf cosmetic vouchers to be won too!

Note: Deleted Gushcloud updates on your Facebook or Twitter will result in deduction of reward when cashing out. So remember to leave your Gushcloud updates on your walls!

2) If you are thinking of ways to get more viewership for your website, you can either do it for FREE or pay Gushers to publicize your website just by these easy steps:

Step 1: Log in to your Gushcloud account through Facebook, Twitter

Step 2: Go to My Gush Clouds and fill in the respective forms

You can also choose to pay Gushers according to their Gushscore (higher influence, more money) or by rewarding all Gushers a flat rate. If you have no extra cash to spare, you can rely on Gushers kindness to Gush your website for you too!! For Bloggers who would like your website to be more through Gushcloud, you can create paid task on Barnett's expense too!

Step 3: Set your unique Gushcloud URL link

With a unique Gushcloud link, viewers can go straight to your gushcloud website. Users don't have to scroll through Gushcloud website to view your cloud. Customization of your Gushcloud website is available too!

So Start Gushing Now!

Visit Gushcloud's Facebook Page

Visit Gushcloud's Twitter Page

POP MARKET @ POMO (LEVEL II BESIDE TCC)

2011-12-08T23:30:00.000+08:00

For Flea Sake (FFS), a flea market branding developed around youths and young working adults has been around for about two years. Applying unconventional mediums, FFS provides a platform for entrepreneurs to market and showcase its products and services.

Other than organizing flea markets, FFS provides:

boosting of awareness and additional publicity for venues via flea markets
consultation, management and seminars about flea markets and online stores
developing conceptual market to cater to different requirements and needs
contribute and doing their part together with NGOs and charity organization for the local community.

This December, FFS brings to you POP market @ POMO:

Surrounded by 6 schools in the vicinity - SOTA, NAFA, LASALLE, SMU, KAPLAN AND MDIS, be prepared for the UNIQUE, ARTY AND MAGNIFICENT flea market of the month. Starting your Christmas shopping at FFS is a great idea too! There'll be celebrity bloggers attending this flea so be sure to catch them there!

10% discount off booth rental to students of all 6 schools in the vicinity!

Upcoming POP market @ POMO level 2: 10th, 11th, 17th and 18th December 2011 from 2pm to 8pm

I'll be having a booth on the 18th Dec so make sure to be there!!

If you are interested in booking a booth, here are the details:

$40/booth for a day
$70/booth for a weekend
Provided with 1 table (3ft by 3ft) and 2 chairs

For more information, visit their WEBSITE

or visit their FACEBOOK PAGE

or email FFS @ admin@forjakesake.com

Also look out for FOR FLEA SAKE in Apple app store to download. Otherwise, CLICK HERE to download from itunes.

users who download FFS iphone app may take a screenshot of it and enjoy a 5% discount off booth rental (subject to terms and conditions)

SEE YOU THERE!

TRANSFORMERS, GIRLS IN DISGUISE

2011-12-07T18:38:00.001+08:00

I was kinda bored this afternoon so photographed every step of my makeup from bared to full mask. Oh by the way for those who asked about the iPhone 4s camera, it's awesome. The post below this one (Education Fair 2011) was entirely taken by my iphone camera cause I forgot to bring the memory card for my camera and thankfully the iPhone camera is god damn good.

Went to Orchard for my dental appointment all alone, think I'm growing up. If you've been reading my blog for a long long time, think I've mention once or twice about how dependent I am on other people. My current everyday attire consist of just a tank top, shorts, slippers and a tote bag. Lazy lazy :))

Remember to follow me on my new twitter account: Szesyo

Gonna have a shoe give away for one lucky follower real soon!

EDUCATION FAIR 2011

2011-12-05T21:00:00.000+08:00

The Singapore Polytechnic Education Fair was held few days back, as mentioned on my previous blogpost. I decided to drop by with a friend to learn more about the different degree programmes offered in Singapore.

The Education Fair consists of two levels, covering most of the universities in Singapore. If you're in a dilemma, not knowing which university to choose for the next step of your education path, visiting a education fair would be the best idea. There were seminars from NTU, SMU, SUTD, NUS and SIT for you to sit in and clear doubts.

Spotted SIT at the education fair again. After holding a few conversations with some of the professors of SIT, I got to learn more about their degree programmes, especially engineering.

Introducing the University of Glasgow:

This is the actual picture of how UOG looks like. Your only chance to feel like Harry and Hermione.

SIT collaboration with other Overseas University

University of Glasgow offers 2 degree programmes:

Bachelor in Engineering with Honours in Mechanical Design Engineering
Bachelor in Engineering with Honours in Mechatronics

Newcastle University offers 6 degree programmes:

Bachelor in Engineering with Honours in Chemical Engineering
Bachelor in Engineering with Honours in Marine Engineering
Bachelor in Engineering with Honours in Mechanical Design and Manufacturing Engineering
Bachelor in Engineering with Honours in Naval Architecture
Bachelor in Engineering with Honours in Offshore Engineering
Bachelor in Science with Honours in Food & Human Nutrition

Technical University of Munich offers 2 degree programmes:

Bachelor in Science in Electrical Engineering and Information Technology
Bachelor in Science in Chemical Engineering

Fiona asking about the SIT programmes

Attending the SIT seminar:

I believe that the seminar will clear all your doubts and provide very single detail about the course. I took down two pages of notes just from this 30 minute talk.

Let me share with you what I have gathered from this seminar.

In UOG, the Mechanical Design Engineering and Mechatronics programmes last for 2 years with Honours. This means that when you graduate from UOG, you not only graduate with a degree cert but also with honours. Compared to other universities, courses like this takes 4 years to complete, but in UOG, it only requires 2 years to get a the same degree as your professors!

Within the 2 years in UOG, you get to study a whole range of curriculum to prepare you for the work industry. There is also a Overseas Immersion Program in Britain that last for 4 weeks at the end of your first year. Traveling overseas for education allows students to interact with their professors and colleagues, also learn what education life is like in their home campus. The whole Overseas Immersion Program cost approximately $8k to $9k that includes, air fair, accommodation and expenses.

School fees for the Degree Program:

If you are worried about the tuition fees, SIT allow you to deduct the tuition fee from CPF! All tuition fees are set by MOE.

The requirements for admission are listed in the brochures and catalogues but during the seminar, it was specifically mentioned that do not let your GPA points be a barrier to apply for this SIT courses as there will be an interview held for every applicant. Screening students beforehand is very important, as they would like to look for individuals who are not only keen in engineering but also able to hold responsibilities. There is no age limit for applicants, all are free to apply!

As for guys who are attending the National Service soon, it is advised to do a registration at the last year of your polytechnic program before you enlist. SIT will secure a place for you after you are done with your national service and tuition fees will be the same as the year you registered on.

For further subsidy, scholarships and bonds are also available for you to apply. It is mentioned in the seminar that not only top students get scholarships, so don't let a GPA score affect your decision in applying! Further loans and bursary are available too.

For application visit:

www.SingaporeTech.edu.sg

For enquires, email:

adm@SingaporeTech.edu.sg

Picture of my beautiful girl and I to end off the post. We had fun at the education fair!

These Education fairs and seminars are really important when making a decision, if you've missed this opportunity, you can still catch the next one at:

SIT OPEN HOUSE

14-15 January 2012

Suntec City Convention Hall

For more information, visit their Facebook Page

or view their Website

A TRUELY MAGICAL CHRISTMAS

2011-12-05T18:46:00.000+08:00

Every year around the festive season, hospitals in Singapore face large shortage of blood. Do help the red cross team by donating your blood to the needy, hitting their target of 750 bags of blood to save more lives. Show your support by attending the Dare To Give blood donation drive on:

9th to 11th December, 12-6pm at Scape level 4.

To register, click HERE.

For more information, view their WEBSITE.

Donors below 18 need to bring along their IC, student pass and the donor consent form (donors can download from the website below) signed by parents.
Donors above 18 need to bring along their IC.