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“I still care about him,” she started, when I asked about him.
“I mean, how can I not?” Her eyes began to wander to the ceiling. “He was my friend first, before all this catastrophe happened. He cared about me when no one did. He accompanied me when I was alone. He listened to all my mindless ramblings. He made me feel like I was invincible. He defended me. He made me smile even when I didn’t want to.”
She glanced at him and smiled a little. “The happiness he brought when he came into my life is much bigger than the sadness." - Anonymous


SS15 | My Top 3 Favourite Thai Designer Brands


It is 'round about that time of the year when seasons change and fashion just has to keep up! March has by far been one of the busiest months for designers as they had to wrap up their marvellous designs and showcase them to the rest of us over eager trend followers.
Here is what Bangkok holds in store for you this coming Spring/Summer 2015.

VATANIKA: Let's go to Paris




Vatanika 
Blooming bouquets, the streets of Paris, the elegant simplicity of French women -  that is what VATANIKA SS15 is all about. With most pieces from the collection made from some of the most sophisticated  materials including silk and dutchess satin, it is no wonder that neutral colours like black, beige and white are the collection's theme colours.


Vatanika Website
Vatanika Facebook


Stretsis: Runaway Rum


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Another favourite is Stretsis - Sisters spelt backwards. Now, this brand not only embodies sisterhood but for what seems like more than a decade, the sisters have been growing stronger and stronger in and beyond Thailand. This comes as no surprise too as this brand is full of delightful surprises for the demure lady who wants a dash of oomph to her every outfit.


Having made highlights at the Mercedes Benz Fashion Show held just recently in Tokyo, it is undeniable that Sretsis SS15 not only won hearts but also captured the whole season in one show. Be ready for yummy sweet pastels!

Sretsis Website
Sretsis Facebook 



KEMISSARA: Casually Cool




For luxe casual clothing, Kemissara is your go to brand this season! Voted as the Fresh Face of designers in October 2012, KemIssara has become quiet popular in the fashion world.

Bold prints and shapes seem to be two dominant themes in this collection; so girls can enjoy looking effortlessly elegant in wide legged pants,  minimalistic dresses, satin shirts while looking ever so classically elegant.

This tigress has certainly earned her stripes!

Kemissara Website

For more SS15 style inspiration, check out: Retail Plus Bangkok

'Til next time! xo


JLO's American Idol Performance in a Killer Dress

The popstar has done it again! Just when you were getting comfortable talking about Jennifer Lopez' amazing body at 45 years old, the songstress gets up on stage and gives us all a new topic to banter about.

Seen on stage just last week, Miss Lopez decided to get up from her American Idol's judging seat and do what she does best as sang her heart out to the Home theme song 'Feel The Light'. Yes, her voice is still as stunning as you remember it but it is the dress she wore that captured the most attention.

To see is to believe, watch this and let us know what your take is:



ZALORA x Harper's Bazaar in Bangkok

Three years ago they had a dream; a dream to revolutionize Asia’s online shopping scene, a dream to provide those passionate for fashion with the crème de la crème of what fashion has to offer, a dream to make a convenient online hub for all. Today, Saturday 14th March, ZALORA has seen her dream evolve into an exquisite reality and the journey continues.


Saturday Morning Musings

It must be the serenity that heavily cloaks the air that makes Bangkok feel like home to so many of us. I mean there are various way to slay a cat and if you aren't the partying sort or you just want to take some time off from that scene and enjoy the sun, there is so much to do.

On this particular Saturday, we started off at Recreational Bangkok Biking to get our bikes and cycle for the next 5 hours. This was rather exciting as I saw the city through a different lense - little hooks and nooks, the salt station and of course the Bangkok Jungle. Certainly worth the ride I'd say; pictures don't lie. Enjoy!


While riding bikes through the city, we came across very narrow walk ways surrounded by colourful tiny houses (Think Soweto if you have been to that part of South Africa). The heartwarming thing was that the people seemed happy - so little they have but they still manage to  live on with a smile on their faces and no complaints at all. We can certainly learn a thing or two!