Hi cyber-friends!

Wow! It's been a month since my last post. Didn't time fly like an arrow?! haha
How have ya'll been? Well, I've been pretty busy lately dealing with school works, future plans, and of course, thinking about the new topics for my blog. I just couldn't wait to share all of them to you!

But first thing first, I should give a introduction of myself!
(Please forgive me that I didn't do this any sooner.)

Hi guys, I'm Tina Hong. I am a Taiwanese now live in Singapore.
I love fashion and I percieve it as a lifestyle. To me, it's about leading a stylish life with stylish outfits.
I do adore how most high end brands are exceled at little details, but my favoriates are actually high-low mixtures. You might argue that is because I couldn't afford them all. And, I wouldn't say you are wrong at this point of time, I'm simply being realistic here. Besides, if you can dress up in named brands from head to toe, you probably won't be reading my blog now, no offence. However, I would be very honored if you do!

Now, let's talk about my style.
Honestly, I couldn't put it into words. I like to experiment with different materials so my style does change and evolve over time. However, I tend to keep my outfit simple and let the jewelries/accessories tell the story. I couldn't live without a single fashion jewelry on me lol.

Stay tuned. Hope you will find it interesting reading my blog!


xo, Tina Hong

Fitness plan: plan to fit

Recently, my life is pretty crazy! And, When I say "crazy", I mean over the top crazy.
For the past two weeks, it was projects after projects. I couldn't get a break, not even mention about having enough sleep. Sometimes I would feel like a walking zombie... Terefore, my "genious" plan of maintaining the energy and keeping the spirit was by consuming food. Inevitably, I put on a few kilos (not so wise a plan afterall lol).

While I looked for fitness advice the other day, I found this useful magazine book, Total Body Plan!

前兩個禮拜特別的忙碌。報告接踵而至，幾乎沒什麼時間可以好好的休息，想要擁有充足的睡眠簡直是奢侈。唯一補充體力的方法就是狂吃猛吃，後果當然就是衣服都快穿不下了。

昨天逛書店的時候，剛好被我發現這本超棒的健身書。



Quick view (from MagBook.com)

Unlike most of the fitness guide books instructing you to do the moves with lots of equipment, the exercise in Total Body Plan only require a yoga mat and somestimes with a dumbbell. Besides, I've tried a few moves, and they were actually pretty simple and fun to do!

I found it so helpful because the author really understands that gril like me don't have the time and patience to do complicated workout. She keeps them easy and straight-forward, yet really shape the muscles. Along with all this beneifts, there are some diet recipe inclusive. Who says losing weight cannot be easy while enjoying good food at the same time?!

和大部分健身書及不同的地方是，他的每個步驟都不需要有太多的器材輔助，只是偶爾會需要用到啞鈴。最貼心的地方是，每個動作都很寫的很清楚明瞭，連我這麼懶得運動的人做起來都覺得很簡單，而且書中也提供了減肥食譜，讓我們在瘦身之餘也能吃到好吃的東西!

Fashion show: the Greatest business strategy

Frankly, I never agree with the concept that "fashion" is a merchandise. Yet, I wouldn't disagree that "fashion shows" is one of the best marketing strategies ever. It keeps you obsessed with a certain designers' items until they are available. Once they arrive in stores, you simply couldn't be the second person to own it!

Miu Miu 2012 SS

On my confession, I'm also one of them lol.

 

 

When I first laid eyes on these Miuccia Prada hilarious yet sophisticated hand bags last September from fashion show photos, I was like "Omg, this is so Miu Miu!" The golden or leather handle gave a more grown-up touch to the overall look. I could only image how outstanding it would match with simple outfits.

So when I saw this ad campaign the other day, I just couldn't wait to feel the magic!

And it looks even better on my hand than on display haha.

I especially like the one with four roses leather, finished by a polished golden handle.

This collection also comes with beautiful matching shoes.

Even though I am not so much a shoe person, I still want to bring them home lol...             

What can I say? It's spring time and floras are in the air :)

Masterpiece inspired design: Put an art work on

Galleries and museums are the places I would never get tired of. Ever since I was a little girl, I would beg my mom to take me to those exhibitions ALMOST EVERYDAY during the sumer vacations.

I love how Michelangelo di Lodovico Buonarroti Simoni made his sculptures breathing, how Claude Monet's kept pounds of water lilies dancing to the wind, and the list can go on and on... So when I saw this ad of 7 For all Mankind on the Vogue the other day, I was amazed. It was a whole new piece of artwork as what Monet would do if he was asked to create one onto denim. It was a love at the first sight!

Okie, maybe this is too over-rated. Please forgive me that I never actually been to Musée du Louvre or Musee d'Orsay to experience the real magic from those authentic master works. Yet, this is the closest I can get far far away from Asia.

This is my favorite museum of all times (at least, based on my museum visiting history)- National Palace Museum in Taipei, Taiwan. It stores some of the most delicate and oriented pieces from paintings, chinas, musical instruments to fine jewelry. Well, I don't want to exaggerate it to much, but if you come to Taiwan, you must pay a visit there.

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Polished Pastel Glam

This spring, there are so many bling and gigantic accessories which wonderfully match a piece of short popsicle-colored printed dresss. Wrap up the loud with feminine, isn't it what spring is all about?

                                          1. Empire Mini Dress by Christopher Kane 

                                          2. Canasta Dress by Missoni

                                          3. Swarovski Crystal Eagle Necklace by Lanvin  

                                          4. Jaguar Brass Cuff by Roberto Cavalli

                                          5. Hot Lips Lacquered Sterling Silver Ring by Solange Azagury-Partridge                                         

The ultimate designers&apos; guide

I was reading my newest magazine order the the other day, and I just can't get enough of it! There is nothing like Net-A-Porter 2012 SS Magazine, while so many magazines displaying the latest trend and what is "IN" for the season. Net-A-Porter magazine is the ultimate designers' dream wardrobe.

Well... I do appreciate high-low mixture. Yet I would still like to invest and complete my look in designers' collections. Some of them are simply timeless classic! After all, a gril can still dream about having their money at which they can see.

So, my point is that if I am only going to buy ONE magazine this spring, well, I've already owned the one I need:))



p.s. I am going to share with you some of the cutest fashion jewelry designs in other days. Stay tunned!

Tina xoxo

I love Karl, but I love Laetitia even more

I know this is a cliche, but my heart has always belonged to CHANEL, even when there are so many brands I crave for. I love the balance striking between classic casual and classy formal. And I love how Karl comes up with all those brilliant ideas every season. However, without the companies of the spectaculer accessories, haute couture cannot be so marvelous afterall. Laetitia Crahay should get most of the credit!

It is said that French women are most glarmous, well, at least Laetita is and she happens to be French;P

Laetitia is like a little elf coming from the fairy tale and bring in all those wonders to us. Chanel accessories becomes more vivid and with a fancy touch under her design. Yet it still fits rock n roll surprisingly.

In the latest 2012 Chanel SS accessory collection, they present a more playful look yet end with an elegant touch.

I especially like this metal bracelts set as it interlaced with even thinner chains. What a detail!

Dolce & Gabbana, Just in Style

If fashion is an attitude of life, then Italians must lead the most stylish lives! In the latest Milan Fashion Week, Dolce & Gabbana gives more wardrobe options for church goers.

Look at those jewelry embellished headband, they look so royal and complete the whole couture look.

Cocktail Necklaces

Lots of people are talking about cocktail rings, but I think cocktail necklaces should be the new hit. For what it worths, you go to a party to mingle around and talk to people face to face, not to thier fingers! Besides, a pari of cocktail necklace can be practical as well. With a cute top and skinny jeans, you are READY for the girls' night out!

This photo was taken from an old Teen Vogue and it still looked so chic after so many seasons! If you have no necklace collections yet, start by investing an well-crafted cocktail necklace!