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Melissa’s 2017 Spring/Summer Collection Is All You’ll Want For Christmas

There is a simple fact about girls out there that every guy should take note. A girl’s best friend is shoes! For us girls a pair of shoes is the final piece to an outfit, what we wear on our feet pretty much ties our whole outfit together! Want to dress up a pair of jeans? Put on a pair of heels! Want to dress down a sleek maxi dress? Slip on a pair of sneakers!

Shoes can pretty much make or break a girl’s day (and your day too guys out there!), putting on a pair of ugly flats or uncomfortable heels can really put a girl in a bad mode! Thankfully for us, there are a few brands out there who are all about style AND substance!

Melissa

Melissa is one such brand! Melissa knows that every girl needs 10 pairs of shoes, and they’ve designed shoes for every occasion possible! Crafted from super comfortable plastic (aka Melflex), Melissa shoes are eco-friendly, come in a variety of eye catching and they smell of bubblegum! (Yes, BUBBLEGUM!)

Melissa Spring/Summer 2017: Mash up

Last week, Melissa showcased their Spring/Summer 2017: Mash up and we must admit that Melissa has seriously outdone themselves! Amongst models in bright eye catching colours were local fashionistas donning Melissa’s newest styles!

If you think Melissa only has shoes for your laidback casual days, you’ll be glad you’re wrong! Melissa Dreamy line has open toed elevated heels and with a sparkly finish, they would be perfect footwear for a dinner or for a more polished look!

A dedicated sporty chic line, Melissa Sportech is perfect for a girl that wants to stay chic while on the move! In both nude, monochromatic and bright colours, this collection takes sporty shoes to new heights!

This season is especially groundbreaking for Melissa! Partnering up with Brazilian designer Vitorino Campos, Melissa has crafted shoes that ties in Vitorino’s style and Melissa’s iconic design! A must-have in your summer wardrobe Flox + Vitorino Campos is perfect for a casual day at the beach!

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Our ambassadors, Jessie Ng, Estella Ho and Raeanne Ang were at the Spring/Summer 2017: Mash Up showcase to see the new collection up close! With amazing popArt decor, bites and shoes to drool over, the girls had an amazing time at the sneak preview!

Melissa shoes are sold at the brand’s flagship boutique, MDDREAMS at Wheelock Place and One Raffles Place.

For more information check out Ambassador Highlights #3: DSG Meetup, Atlantis Fright Night and Singapore Fashion Week!

Think Sun Ho’s Makeup Is Scary? Here Are 10 SG-Themed Costumes That Are EVEN Scarier!

It’s Halloween and while most of us won’t be dressing up for this spooky occasion, some of us might get invited to some awesome Halloween parties. While ghouls and ghosts are pretty creepy, it doesn’t beat these 10 truly terrifying Singaporean themed Halloween costumes.

You’ve been warned. These costumes might just give you nightmares.

1. Walking ERP

Drivers and riders will take one look at you and turn as pale as a white parking fine. Don’t blame us if no one wants to stand near you!

2. “You Need A Very Small Space To Have Sex.”

With HDBs shrinking and property prices climbing, this might actually come true. Bad side? You’re going to have trouble walking around!

3. All ‘C’ Report Card

A nightmare for all Singaporean students, going home with an all ‘C’ report card is akin to dragging your family name through the mud. Remember the literal and figurative lashings you received? Yes. OUCH.

4. Being Single During Big Family Occasions

Nothing is more annoying and slightly hurtful than when some super kpo auntie corners you during Chinese New Year/Hari Raya/ Family Wedding and asks the most awful question you will ever be asked in your life.

5. Song Joong Ki Getting Married

Singapore’s favourite flower boy getting married?! You can actually hear the distant sound of fan girls fainting at the mere utterance of that. Don’t be surprised if girls start openly weeping when they see you.

6. Stuck With Giant Stuff Toys

A guy’s worst nightmare. Thinking you bought cute little Snorlax stuff toys for your girlfriend/wife to find you purchased A GIANT Snorlax stuff toy and now your girlfriend/wife is threatening to go back to her mother’s house. Yeah, like i said NIGHTMARE.

7. Trump For Singapore’s President

Need we say more?

8. Owning And Using A Samsung Galaxy Note 7 Phone

Owning an exploding phone? You’re either incredibly brave or incredible loyal. We’ll let you decide.

9. Hire Me PLEASE

Bachelor’s degree? Check. Awesome resume that highlights all your achievements and personal traits? Check. Been jobless for 6 months? CHECK.

10. ‘I Live In Yishun’

Minimal effort with maximum spook potential? This costume is perfect for you! Be warned, do not wear this outfit in front of someone who actually does live in Yishun.

With these 10 Singaporean themed halloween costumes, you’re bound to get some hearts racing. And if no one faints from fear, at least you’ll definitely be the spotlight of the party!

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Singapore’s First Popbar Outlet Serves Up Gelato – On A Stick!

Singapore has brought over some of the best treats from the U.S. Krispy Kreme and Ben & Jerry’s are just some examples of desserts we once could only dream of savouring! If you’re a huge foodie or if you’re constantly on the search for the next sweet treat, Popbar should be on your food radar!

Located at the basement of Plaza Singapura, Singapore’s first Popbar outlet is serving up unique and healthy tasting gelati without preservatives or artificial flavourings. Made fresh daily, only 26 popbars are produced at a time so you know you’re getting fresh desserts with an amazing fresh taste!

Don’t expect your regular sweet treats at this dessert stop! Serving up popBites (praline sized popSorbetto and poGelato), popGelato with two different toppings (so you get a dessert worth the Instagram feature) and if you’re looking for a popbar that is uniquely yours opt for the Customisable Popbars! With over 15 different flavours, toppings and dippings you’re bound to find something you’ll love to sink your teeth into!

Our ambassador Victoria headed down to Popbar to get a first hand experience of these unique and healthy tasting treats!

So what are you waiting for? Head on down to Popbar today and get a sweet treat that will definitely cool you down in Singapore’s weather!

With Herb & Floral-infused Flavours, This Gelato Is Changing The Way We Indulge In Ice Cream!

Goodbye, Singlehood: 10 Hen Party Ideas That Any Bride-To-Be Would Love!

Planning a hen party can be pretty tough! There are a wide range of options and themes  when it comes to throwing a bachelorette party! But don’t fret, we’ve found some hen party ideas that would be perfect for any bride-to-be! A hen party for the ultra luxurious bride-to-be, the cheeky and even the thrill seeker, we have it all! Here are our top 10 picks for an awesome hen party!

1. Luxurious Hotel Stay (With A Private Pool)

Looking to live the life of luxury, even if it’s just for a weekend? You’re in luck, because there are several hotels that offer hotel suits and villas that boast amazing views and private pools! Capella Singapore offers 1 and 2 bedroom villas! Need a bit more room? Sofitel’s Villa Au Jardin can occupy 6 and feature Hermes amenities to boot! If you want only the most luxurious of the lot,  3. Take Yourself Out To The High Seas

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Nothing like having an intimate meal with a few girlfriends to catch up and bond over some delicious eats. and  offers male stripping services for hen parties. If you’re not keen on male strippers, don’t worry! Wicked Favours also offers other hen party services like spa parties as well as hen party memorabilia and decorations!

If you prefer a more intimate and laid back hen party, a ladies slumber party is the best option for you! Bring out those romcoms, face masks, nail polishes and of course junk food! After spending months planning a wedding, having a night off just catching up with girlfriends is the mini-vacation you need!

10. Get An Adrenaline Rush

If you and the bride-to-be are huge adrenaline junkies then head on down to  5 Adult Playgrounds That Will Make You Feel Like A Child Again

There you have it, those were our top 10 ideas for a hen party that would fit the personality of any bride-to-be! So what are you waiting for? Grab the bride-to-be, some girlfriends and start planning a hen party that you’ll never forget!

Also Read: 5 Local Bakers With Cake Creations So Pretty, You’ll Give Everyone Else #CakeEnvy

Pizza Hut’s Hawaiian Puffection Is Cheesier Than Your Favourite RomCom

Let’s be honest Pizza Hut is EVERYONE’s go-to pizza place. Serving up affordable and delicious Italian and Western fare, Pizza Hut has more than 20 outlets across the island. They’re constantly revamping their menu and coming up with new pizza flavours! It’s therefore no surprise that they’ve come up with a flavour that will get you drooling!

The Cheesy 7 Puff Super Hawaiian is Pizza Hut’s newest brainchild. Crafted from a puff pastry edge filled with cream cheese and 6 other cheeses; emmental, cheddar, parmesan, edam, gouda, mozzarella and cream cheese! Topped with chicken ham, honey ham chunks, pineapples and fresh mushrooms, Pizza Hut’s newest creation is a tropical sensation you cannot miss!

If you’re looking for a light and tangy twist, get your hands on the Cheesy 7 Puff Thousand Island! Identical to Cheesy 7 Puff Super Hawaiian except it doesn’t have mushrooms (mushroom haters rejoice!) and it has a generous drizzle of Thousand Island dressing! Complementing the tangy pineapples and balancing the cheeses, Cheesy 7 Puff Thousand Island is the perfect dinner to share!

What’s better than hot melted cheese? Nothing really! At Pizza Hut, they’re proving that melted cheese makes (almost) everything taste so much more delicious! Pizza Hut’s Cheese Fondue is a complete meal by itself! Featuring gouda chicken, sausages, breadsticks, popcorn chicken, onion rings, green apple chunks and cherry tomatoes you’re gonna be stuffed after relishing in this cheese feast!

Everyone has their lazy days (we know it so well!) and when you’re hungry, it can be pretty torturous! Pizza Hut knows the struggle and now they’re rewarding you for it! When you order put an order in for any Cheesy 7 Pizza, you can get your 2nd regular pizza at only $5!

So if you’re a huge cheese enthusiast, what are you waiting for?! Head on down to any Pizza Hut outlet to get your hands on these delectable cheesy treats!

For more information, check out PizzaHut Facebook)

Also Read: Mai Tu Liao! Up Your Cafe Game And Visit Sin Lee Foods For Some Sinfully Good Food!

5 Local Bakers With Cake Creations So Pretty, You’ll Give Everyone Else #CakeEnvy

I am a huge fan of sweets. Cakes, cupcakes, macaroons you name it and I’ve got a weakness for it! And, I have a really bad habit of binge watching baking shows, especially Cake Boss. If you’ve seen Cake Boss you would know that those intricate customized cakes are a sight to behold! But looking for bakeries or cake shops that offer customized cakes here in Singapore is no easy feat! So we sourced 5 bakers and bakery shops in Singapore that are offering customized cakes for special occasions!

1. Bloombsbury

Bloomsbury is a one-stop-shop for all your sweet treats. They have everything from Standard Cakes to Dessert Tables and they even offer Baby First Month Gift Boxes! Their Standard Cakes have your traditional flavours like Chocolate Fudge and Strawberry Shortcake but they also have unique flavours like Chocolate Stout and Lychee Martini (for adults only!).

Bloomsbury Bakers
Blk 30, Bendemeer Road #01-889, s330030
Opening Hours: Tue – Fri: 11am – 7pm; Sat: 10am – 7pm; Sun: 10am – 6pm; Mon: Closed
Contact: +65 6299 3450
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2. My Sister Bakes

Started by Esther in a small cosy kitchen in Melbourne, My Sister Bakes has it all; macaroons, tarts, cupcakes and dessert tables! Their speciality are their butter cream cakes, so you know where to head to if you want a customized cake that is a treat for the eyes and stomach! Best part of My Sister Bakes? They want to teach any aspiring bakers their skills! Holding workshops on fondant toppers and floral cupcakes, My Sister Bakes is no ordinary bakery!

My Sister Bakes
81 Macpherson Lane, #01-55, S360081
Contact: +65 8869 4842
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3. Spatula and Pen

Started by Li Tying, who after working at Wimbly Lu branched out on her own opening up The Spatula and Pen. Li Tying puts a lot of thought into each of her unique creations. Every picture that features a dessert in Li Tying’s Instagram tells a story of who her customers are. If you’re on the look out for desserts that are also personal storytellers, Spatula and Pen is the perfect place for you!

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Email: [email protected].
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4. Little Favours by Ethel

Little Flavours by Ethel offers customized cakes that would look at home in a bridal magazine. Offering up cakes that are all rustic themed and perfect for weddings, Little Favours by Ethel uses fresh fruit and fresh cut flowers to transform a simple cake into an art piece. If you’re looking for cakes in pastel colours with a feminine twist to them, head to Little Flavours by Ethel!

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5. Sarah Loft

Sarah’s Loft is in a league of its own. Established by Sarah, who spent several years working in cafes and bakeries before furthering her passion for baking in Japan. The creations from Sarah’s Loft are seriously unique! Mad hatter and water colour cakes are the definite highlight at this one-woman bakery. Sarah’s Loft is not just about the cakes though, her dessert tables are the perfect addition to any special occasion!

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These 5 local bakeries are crafting some amazing and beautiful cakes that are bound to taste as good as they look! And really..what’s a party without a gorgeous cake?

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Also Read: 9 New Desserts So Wacky, You Need To Try Them At Least Once!

OH. MY. GAWD! A F.R.I.E.N.D.S – Themed Cafe Is Opening In Singapore!

If you grew up watching re-runs of the popular sitcom FRIENDS, you might have heard news of a Central Perk opening its doors on our sunny island! As an avid FRIENDS enthusiast myself (I have VCDs to prove it. Yes, VCDs.), I was a tad skeptical when I first saw the crowdfunding project on Indiegogo.

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The One With The Owner

Let’s be honest a lot of spinoffs and fan-made projects rarely pan out ( I have yet to see a FRIENDS movie, even after 12 years of waiting!) so when I chanced upon a “Central Perk SG Friends Themed Cafe” it attracted my attention but I didn’t have much hope it would pan out.

And boy am I glad I was wrong, theCentral Perk SG Facebook page has more than 16,000 likes (obviously there are MANY FRIENDS fans here in Singapore)!

Lim Jit Min (like a lot of us), fell in love with FRIENDS back when he was a student in Anglo-Chinese School. He says that he saw Central Perk SG as a place when friends could gather and reminisce about the popular show.

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The One with Central Perk

What we really want to know is what does Central Perk SG look like? Lim Jit Min is bringing in the trademark aspects of the show and original cafe to Central Perk SG. Look out for the coffee bar, the Central Perk logo, a recreation of Monica’s kitchen, Pat the Dog and of course not forgetting the trademark orange couch!

Lim Jit Min, brought the aspect of FRIENDS to the menu as well; cheesecake from Little Mama’s bakery and the “Moist Maker” are just some examples of just how much Lim Jit Min is tying the FRIENDS concept to his themed cafe. If you’re keen on bringing something back to remember your time spent here, get your hands on caps, apparel and mugs printed with FRIENDS quotes!

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In the meantime, why not re-watch the whole 10 seasons again!?

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Also Read: South East Asia’s First Pompompurin Cafe Is Coming to Singapore this April!

Boutique Fairs Is Back, And It’ll Make You Say “I Do” All Over Again

Boutique Fairs returns this November for yet another round of unique and immersive shopping extravaganza!

Boutique Fairs

Happening 4th and 5th November at the F1 Pit Building, Boutiques promises to dazzle and impress with 150 vendors! A resplendent layout of products ranging from women’s to men’s and even home decor promises shoppers plenty of inspiration for this Christmas’ gift giving.

Indeed, you’ll certainly be able to find a gift for almost anyone with such a diverse and unique spread! Oh, and have we mentioned that over 80% of the vendors are socially-conscious businesses?

What sets Boutiques apart is definitely its one-of-a-kind concept: each shop is set up just like a boutique shopfront. Each storefront will be decorated with unique concepts be it chic, modern or fun! Shoppers, be transported to a whole new world when you visit each store.

The beautifully crafted products set in their gorgeous shop fronts is definitely a feast for the eyes!

With so many vendors, we’ve listed our top 9 picks that will make you say ‘I Do’ to every single product!

01: Bloesem

Those beautiful stationary flatlays can now be yours with these picture perfect notebooks and stationaries from artisan My Deer. You can also get chic home pieces and accessories here (like the gorgeous framed posters you see above!).

Otherwise, just head down for some interior inspiration! Prices start from $19 for ceramics, $65 for posters and $22 for notebooks.

Bloesem and Hill Studio have also partnered to conduct an exclusive workshop during Boutiques! Adults and kids alike can experience making personalised wall weavings, macrame knots or even Christmas ornaments.

What better way to give your home a new lease of life than with something you made yourself?

02: Domestic Objects

Remarkably well-made teepees, play tents and accessories are Domestic Object’s area of forte. Inspired by her own children’s love for hiding under things, creator Sarah Jagger started making quality tents that quickly made its way to the market.

Designed to promote imaginative play for all ages, it doesn’t help that the fabrics used are a delight to look at too! Prices for a tent ranges from $90-$240.

03: My Moniko

My Moniko is yet another admirable brand whose products are proudly made ethically. Their clutches are made from silk vintage Japanese Kimonos, and are boldly adorned with opulent colours that complement any outfit.

To produce its dazzling pattern, the design motifs are woven, hand painted or embroidered. My Moniko will also be exclusively launching Hashi, a makeup pouch, at Boutiques! Prices are $60 and up.

04: Arête Goods

Classic, modestly stylish and elegant. These are the words that describe Arête Goods. Their range of well-made products ranges from exquisite ballet flats, to leather bags and pouches. Arête Goods will also be launching a collection of 100% silk sleeved shirt dresses exclusively at Boutiques.

If you’re on the hunt for quality gifts for your girl friends or mothers, this store might just be for you!

05: Bon Vivant

Translated, the French phrase Bon Vivant literally means “one who lives well”. And indeed with these buttery handmade leather bags, who wouldn’t?

Bon Vivant is a fresh face at Boutiques and will be introducing a select range of products at the two-day fair. Prices range from $150.

06: Eck & Art

Eck & Art design studio makes incorporating a little bit of Singapore into your home classy and effortless. Their vintage-style travel posters pay tribute to popular travel posters reminiscent of the early 1900s.

The studio will be presenting new designs in their latest series at Boutiques, featuring places like Orchard Road, East Coast and Bukit Timah. Prices start from $69.

07: Italic & Bold

Italic and bold is the one stop gift destination for absolutely anyone – be it your colleagues or even your father in law! Their sleek hip flasks, tasteful hankie sets, minimalist card cases and brass cufflinks keep things practical while staying classy.

Italic and Bold will be also launching new Men’s Society sneaker cleaning kits and shoe shine sets during Boutiques. Prices start from $30.

08: Madie Moo

For the vibrant, colour loving souls, do check out Maddie Moo’s quality frocks and separates. Ethically made and designed in Bali, the fabrics are an explosion of rich colours that celebrate the youthful energy of children! Prices range from $50.

09: Style Deco

Ever wanted your home to look like those in Kinfolk magazine or Vogue Living? Well, Stylodeco makes it easy as pie with their effortlessly chic homewares!

They carry an assortment of home accessories, furniture and lighting for everyone in the family. Prices start from $10.

With such a large spread of beautiful and functional items sold at Boutiques, we don’t have to tell you twice where you should be headed for shopping this year!

Boutique Fairs shopping event is held at the F1 pit building, on 4th and 5th November.