Embrace Lovely Spring: Dip Drops x ZALORA

A while ago, I attended the Dip Drops x Rosebullet fashion showcase at Clarke Quay and was blown away by how beautiful, slim and leggy the models were. Despite being Japanese brands, the models featured were mostly non-Asians, but somehow they managed to pull of the whole Japanese-y Shibuya/Harakuju feel. 

It was love at first sight with the shoes they wore.

So, I tried to pop by the stores located in town to check the actual products and prices, but was bugged by the sales people who spoke garish ching-chong-Singlish/Manglish? and it felt stifling to have someone breathing down my neck as I browsed through the items. Never went back again. ㅠㅠ

Joyce dropped me an email sharing with me some great news! ^^ 

Dip Drops is now on ZALORA!

My shopping mode of choice has always been online, and I present to you the cool finds for this season from Dip Drops:

Now that Spring is right at our doorsteps, the collection mainly features Spring items. 옷이 보니 딱 봄이 오는 모양이네. ^^ The keywords for this collection: Ruffles and Ribbons.

This quirky shade of blue
and ultra soft texture
exudes regal classiness while
 ruffles keep it flirty and casual! ^^ 

Pair the shorts with neutrals
like white, sand and ochre,
and a "point" like this star cardigan
or sling on a bright colored bag
for extra chic points.

The basic long khaki pants with a twist.
Rolled up to capri length and
paired with matching heels
(instant Japanese-y style),
we love how the
ruched trimmings at the waist
give an elegant touch to girly ruffles.

Rule number 1 in J-fashion.
Leopard print it = kawaii ^^
Wear this with any basics! 

We love the ribbon-as-ruffles
on this drape-y shorts in mint!
Refreshing color for Spring.
This design was super popular in Seoul
a few years back, and has been a favorite
to wear in Spring since then.

Ribbons on the back of knit wear
are just too pretty~

Star Buy~ You get the feminine knit top
with the flirty polka dot skirt
for the price of one!
Tip: Layer the knitted top on top of a caged bralet
to accommodate SG's  humid weather.

Yea, the prices are still a little pricey. But if you can make it in time for ZALORA's 3rd Bday sale, still a pretty good haul!

Before I forget,

Happy 3rd Birthday ZALORA! ^^ 생일 축하 드립니다!

Hope they can continue to bring in more brands from abroad with discountsssssssssss. ^^

Valentine’s Day in Korea and Japan

Did you know that in Korea and Japan, Valentine’s Day is a time where the GUYS take a backseat and the LADIES take the initiative to “confess” their love to the guys by offering them “honmei” chocolate?

That sure sounds strange right? My friends from western countries were flabbergasted when they heard about this somewhat strange tradition in East Asia. I too, shared their surprise at first but gradually got used to such sights in my school. LOL.

Not to worry ladies, the guys are supposed to actually return the favor THREE TIMES a month later on 화이트데이 (White Day), or at least give candy to the girl they like. ^^ So, yeah. It’s a pretty good system of acceptance and rejection in my opinion. And who doesn't like more candy/chocolates? ^_^ Godiva and Royce chocolates을 주시면 정말 감사하겠습니다~ ㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ

By the way, the rejected have to eat 자짱면 (Jajjangmyeon) on BLACK DAY (that's a month after White Day, 14th April. Kinda morbid and sad in a way.  ㅠㅠ

Back to Valentine’s Day, in Korea, girls reaaaally take a conscious effort to look pretty 247, like all the time literally. You can get away wearing all kinds of pretty frocks with elaborate accessories and complete makeup without anyone raising an eyebrow. And they do go the extra mile to look extra pretty on special occasions like Christmas and V-day, the 2 critical time periods where new couples are formed.

6 years ago, I recall college friends shyly coming up to me and asking, “Excuse me, but why do you always dress so nice for class?” In Korea, looking good is a social etiquette. I really do think this should be the case everywhere else! Why dress in scrubs when you can be decked out in beautiful clothes which makes you feel better about yourself? ^^

Incidentally, while I was browsing online for clothes to wear on V-day, I saw some nice stuffs on Zalora!~ ^^ 

I really love shopping at ZALORA!

For those of you who are running out of ideas (and time/money) for that special gift to the Significant Other, maybe you could check this out! Spotted lotsa nice stuff under $50! ^^

Here's the link for the ZALORA V-day lookbook page!

They do have some lovely items for ladies and gents which are really inexpensive but look classy! ^^ Let's be pretty for V-day okays?~ ㅋㅋㅋㅋ 여러분~~ 이쁘게 다녀야해요~ ㅋㅋㅋ