Should I or shouldn't I?

I'm in a dilemma.

I'm thinking about buying something.

Something for me.

But it's expensive.

No, it doesn't cost a month's salary, but almost.

The question is, should I or shouldn't I?

Sometimes I wonder. Do we spoil ourselves too much? Buying things that we don't really need. Splurging on items that are expensive and unnecessary.

I do that sometimes. I know that a lot others do it too. So now I'm still contemplating my next expensive purchase. I know there is a cheaper alternative. But, still...

Should I or shouldn't I?

Fashionista Escapades: Singapore

As I mentioned in my last post last year that I was heading to Singapore for my mid-year holiday, right? So, let me share the highlights of my trip, for those who might be thinking of Singapore as their next holiday destination.

I had the good fortune of going to Singapore twice in June last year, one week after the other. We had the good opportunity of staying near to Bugis area and let me share that it was a very strategic place to stay; very near to Mustafa (a great 24-hour shopping spot and very cheap to boot; it is right next to Seranggoon MRT) and also within walking distance to Bugis Village Mall and Bugis MRT station.

This interesting display was found in front of a stall selling fresh fruit juice at Bugis. This certainly is a very interesting way to capture the customer's attention.

So what can you expect from Singapore?

If you're into shopping, it would be favorable for you to go to Singapore either in June (in time for the mid year sale which starts from end of May until end of June) or in December for the year end sale (which coincides with Christmas). Best places for shopping would be almost anywhere because Singapore has an abundance of shopping malls to choose from. One of the best places to go to would have to be Orchard Road as you would be spoilt choices with shopping malls lining side by side all along the road. I got great bargains shopping for Zara tops, the fabrics was absolutely soft and the cutting flattered my shape.

If you looking for fabrics, then Arab street would be the best place to go to. It's within walking distance from Bugis MRT (about 5 - 10 mins of walking) and you'd be looking at rows upon rows of shops selling fabrics from crepes to cottons to silk. Whatever colors and texture, I'm sure there's one for everyone. I'd recommend Arab street especially to those who are looking for wedding fabrics.

Bugis Village, famous for selling street wear at very affordable prices.

If you are looking for bargains, you might like Bugis Village Mall. There's skirts and shawls and tops all at a very reasonable price. You can even find some priced at less than S$10. I even bought gypsy skirts and blouses for only S$10 each.

And for those who love gadgets, my word of advise, DO NOT BUY at SIM LIN PLAZA. We had an absolutely horrible experience with a few shops there who are selling faulty phones and camcorders and were not able to change the faulty phone with a new one. Instead we got into a huge fight with the proprietor but it didn't end well. It was an absolutely hellish experience for me. Instead, I'd recommend you to ION or Takashimaya. There are more choices to choose from and you'd be certain of the quality.

If you are traveling with kids, then I'd recommend the Night Safari for a different experience at the zoo. As the name indicates, Night Safari is a tour of the zoo, at night. If you are going to Singapore for the first time, I'd recommend a short trip there as it is a unique experience that you would never forget.

Besides that, you might also want to bring the kids to Sentosa Island, a theme park with many activities to choose from.

A trip to Singapore is never complete without a trip to Merlion, so we headed there for a final farewell to Singapore's most famous icon.

Happy Holidays!

xoxo Fashionista in Action xoxo

What the H*** Happened?

It's been a while.

I know.

It's been a very long while.

My last blog post was (drumroll please) June last year.

Oh My God. Almost ONE WHOLE YEAR since I last posted anything. What the H*** happened to me?

Well, apparently nothing happened to me. Here I am, still alive and kicking. It would appear that, I had lost track of time and forgotten to blog. So here I am, one year later, just realizing that when I posted that I was going on leave to Singapore in June 2009, I never returned to Blogosphere. Gosh, this is extremely embarrassing *blush*.

So, a quick update.

What happened to my book?

Did it get published?

To cut a long story short, it did *yeay*.

It is currently on Amazon but we actually are not that satisfied with the content and surprisingly, it is mighty expensive! Hopefully we can discuss with the publisher soon though. And, the best thing is, I've finished another book (currently entitled the ABC's of PhD) and have submitted it to Prof and he is in the process of editing it and submiting it to a university publisher. Let's hope that all goes well and my book get published *amin*

Cheerio!

xoxo Fashionista in Action xoxo

So the fate of the book is...

As previously told, the fashionista has gone academic. Apparently, she has found a new calling in life, and it is called, E-D-U-C-A-T-I-O-N. Gosh, who would have known that I'd follow in the footsteps of my parents. It's sooo obvious, right?

Apparently, my book is completed. Sent the final draft to Prof a couple of weeks ago and was working on a monograph for AKePT. That, I completed too. Now, am working on a paper which is my current hush-hush project. Can't believe I'm being hush-hush on so many things right now. Didn't know I was THAT secretive before.

As I was saying, the fate of the book, right? I tend to get sidetrack when I'm talking and my introduction tends to be way longer than it should be. The book is entitled: Secrets to Journal Writing and Publication Revealed. It's about 125 pages (the manuscript). Don't know how many pages it will be once it's printed. Will post pics after it gets out of the press, wow, I am mighty excited.

Anyways, I will have to F-O-C-U-S. Am looking forward to a shopping session in Singapore to de-stress, yeay!

Cheerio!

xoxo Fashionista in Action xoxo

Fashionista goes academic

Truth be told, I have a secret. Before you start wondering don't everyone has one, I'd have to get the matter straight that I'm going to reveal what my BIG SECRET is. I know, I know, why say it's a secret and then say what it is anyway? But that's the purpose of secrets now isn't it? It's so much fun to share them with others *wink*.

Anyway, I have been on this hush hush project for about 2 months. I didn't want to say anything about it earlier because I didn't want to jinx it. I was afraid that it wouldn't be completed. However, as of now, I only have about 4 chapters left (I'm trying to complete one today so that there's only three left by tomorrow) out of an original 15 chapters. I really can't believe that it is ALMOST FINISHED! I am sooo relieved. So, by the first week of June, I'll be showing the first draft of my paper (with all chapters fully completed) to Prof KJ (not Khairy Jamaluddin mind you) and will update y'all on what happens soon!

Cheerio!

xoxo Fashionista in Action xoxo

Leaving the Nest

Yesterday was officially the last day for final examinations at our university. That basically means that my students would most probably be off by now, back to their hometowns. As I am teaching final year students, most of them had informed me that they won't be coming back. Instead, they will be pursuing their degrees elsewhere, seeking greener pastures (so to speak).

I have to admit, they were one of my best bunch. Teaching them has been a most enjoyable experience. I hope all my future lots will be like them but I'd doubt it. Different lots would as unique as they are.

I wish them all the best in their future endeavors. Hope to see them as a success in whatever that they aim to do. 

Wish you much luck peeps!

PS: That photo was taken after our two-day trip to Lundu, Sarawak. Tired, but definitely happy faces.

Before I get misty eyed, I'd better sign off then. Cheerio!

xoxo Fashionista in Action xoxo

So Addicted

It's seriously detrimental to one's health. Yes, seriously it is. Yours truly has an addiction now. And it's not in a Madonna likes Kabbalah kind of way. It is all I think about now. Gosh, I am SERIOUSLY LOSING SLEEP OVER IT. *yikes*

You might be wondering what it is. The situation is not grim as one might think it is. Yeah, quit babbling and just out with it, right?

Okay, okay, the matter of the fact is, yours truly is currently SO ADDICTED to ONLINE SHOPPING! There, I've said it. You might not see it as a seriously bad-for-health thingy addiction but it is! I'm losing sleep over it cause I've been surfing and buying and surfing and buying. Gosh, I don't know how much more my purse can take. But then again, the up side is, I can't wait for my purchases to arrive. It's like waiting for Santa on Christmas Eve. Absolutely exciting!

No worries, I'll share my purchases with y'all. I might even be tempted to open my very own online store *wink*. 

With that in mind, let's get shopping peeps!

xoxo Fashionista in Action xoxo