Champagne & Strawberries

"The good weird..."

2011-10-13T09:20:00.002+08:00

After what seems like forever, I have finally embarked on a new journey in my life. Everything seems to be happening at lightening speed.

The New Sojourn is scheduled to open in Nov, a brand new job after being with Immortal for 5 years.

Things can only get better right?

New year, new project

2011-02-01T09:00:00.000+08:00

We are relocating to the new Sojourn.

Only way

2010-12-15T11:38:00.001+08:00

There are days that I think death is the only solution to problems. I am getting darker... I dunno why.

No superman

2010-12-14T11:54:00.002+08:00

Failure is part of life.

I still remember my last greatest failure in life happened when I was 16 years old. The day that i received my 'O' level results. Only comfort was from my tears that streamed down non-stop. For all the effort and expectations from my family, I did not manage to make it to NJC. It seemed like my world was crashing and there was no other way out for me. It took me sometime before I picked myself up again and reassessed my options.

That was frightful as I did not understand what failure meant at that time. All through my secondary school days, I was known to be one of the better ones of the lot and with big dreams.

The good thing was that i turned that disappointment into a force that propelled me through my Polytechnic days and eventually ending up in CBS, Perth. Looking back, there were no regrets and maybe was a good thing that I did not make it to NJC.

I have been learning to take failures in my stride and have improved a lot more from school days.

Failure is part of life and a failure is only how you look at it and in which perspective.

I am now in one of my darkest moment in life and it almost seem that there is no way out for me now. Many thoughts swimming through my mind and I don't know how I can make it any better. Help seems bleak but I am holding on an looking forward to a sign to guide me out of this soon.

Anyone out there?

The no-change

2010-12-09T16:39:00.002+08:00

The weather is beautiful in Singapore today. Almost like a spring in Perth.

Makes me wonder how are things in Perth and if it the same as how I left it. There have been just too many changes in my life of late and I just simply want to escape to somewhere that I can appreciate a "no-change".

Missing you.

So I speak Cantonese

2010-11-03T14:31:00.001+08:00

Had my first business conversation today in Cantonese. I tried avoiding this for the longest time as I was worried that they will judge my Cantonese. But what the hell, it was better than speaking to them in English and trying to let them understand what I was trying to tell them.

Small victory to me on this fine day. I miss HK all of a sudden.

Paperwork!

2010-10-30T09:37:00.000+08:00

I hate paperwork! Seems like never ending and just applying a Manhatten card comes with so many attached cards and worse.... Documents. I am just gonna throw all of them away. Might even throw the cards away. Why do I need so many cards? Applied for 1 and 3 more came with it... Worse, a cheque book!

The Love of The Hawthorn Tree

2010-10-20T11:42:00.002+08:00

During my recent trip to Beijing, I stumbled upon a mega sized movie poster for this new Zhang Yimou's latest film. At first glance, the poster seems to have told it all - the love between 2 teenagers. Not expecting much of it except the fact that it is all but another artistic work from Zhang, I came across the novel in the bookstore. The cover caught my attention and i thought that I should just have a read and see if the story is as compelling. The start seems long and draggy and I almost gave up on the story but my persistence paid off when the story unfolded itself in many layers and the beauty of purest love in a time of civil unrest.

So close with almost being done with the book and I already know the ending. Completely smitten by the story and looking forward to seeing this on the big screens.

My Favorite phrase:

我不能等你一年零一个月了，

我也不能等你到二十五岁了，

但我会等你一辈子。。。。。。

A place above the rest

2010-07-01T17:43:00.002+08:00

Today I realised that this is getting very serious. The whole idea of building a place for travellers and having to care for the safety and security for 26 pax in my premise. Having said that, I also know that if I do no take the first step to doing this, I can never handle my ultimate dream of owning a boutique hotel with a classy facade.

Brace yourself Adrian! You know you can do this and nothing should stand in your way.

Tonight I feel sad

2010-06-25T00:00:00.001+08:00

Sometimes disappointments are part of life... ... But when it happens way too often, it becomes a curse.

The idea of a home

2010-06-23T12:50:00.003+08:00

Funnily it has been 2.5 weeks since I took over the new apartment. From purchase to completion, I never once felt the importance of being a home owner. To me it is just another one of my buys. But having said that, today I finally feel the importance and that I am in a new league of the game.

Better start acting like one.... ... (Actually...just have to pay bills and bills and more bills......)

Mother nature wrecks havoc

2010-04-24T15:59:00.001+08:00

Time for a quick break

2009-11-21T13:58:00.000+08:00

Been extremely stress since I got back from Tokyo. And with T headed to Melbourne soon, might as well take a quick getaway.

Batam with champers.... The way I like it.

Fashion instinct

2009-09-03T07:48:00.000+08:00

What happens when you put 2 shoppaholics together? you basically just shop.

The last minute HK trip was a amazing with lotsa merchandise on at least 50% off! Can't imagine the number of sales I have missed out all these years.

The heat in HK is really terrible, but good company and amazing shopping deals just makes it all worth it.

A piece of history

2009-08-06T19:52:00.000+08:00

Have we forgot our past? Tearing down buildings without thinking? Or just clearing the old to make room for the new?

Welcome to my dream home... ...

2009-08-01T09:41:00.000+08:00

Number 32 Gilstead Road is where my dream house resides. The beauty and elegance of this house is indescribable.

Sigh....anyone can lend me 32 million? Hahaha....but I can't pay back.

Brunch with min at white rabbit

2009-07-04T13:17:00.000+08:00

Sponging off Bob

2009-06-25T10:13:00.000+08:00

Thanks to M, I got a new swanky notebook for free! So cute and the pages are in grid. No more messy writings. =)

Future of shopping in SG

2009-06-17T17:51:00.000+08:00

It is love

2009-06-12T09:44:00.002+08:00

Sometimes we are disillusioned by all the noise in a relationship. And at times we don't know if we really love that someone. But there is actually a device that never lies and always working.

The heart.

It actually emits pain when disappointment befalls.

Aiyah..... basically u feel happiness and pain so easily.

15 Minutes dinner

2009-06-10T21:47:00.001+08:00

Lovely dinner with the boys at 15 minutes.

A fetish for eggs

2009-03-09T12:53:00.002+08:00

I have always wanted to own a Faberge, and probably this might be the egg.... pristine and quiet.

When E=MC(Square) But the answer is not there

2009-03-01T10:33:00.001+08:00

Some problems do not come with a solution. I have grown to understand this and accepted this as a way of life. But how do we solve a problem like this when it entails a lot of heartache? Probably time will wash away the pain and I would have moved on with the water.

Is this necessary?

Round and nice

2009-02-10T22:25:00.002+08:00

When will I learn that nice guys will die first? Bugger.

Another battle won only when you are out

2009-02-03T00:19:00.002+08:00

I told my sister today, " A church is not a place to congregate but a place to celebrate victory. How can there be a victory if you did not leave church to spread his words through your actions? Only when you have touched someone with your actions, can be go back to church and celebrate a victory won."

She is a bright girl and I hope my words heard from a pastor in Perth would make a difference to her. I can't help but mention my buddy Jon who stood by me and does not judge me for the fact that I am a non-christian. Love him to bits just for being a friend who accepts me as a friend.

That forgotten speech

2009-01-30T16:41:00.001+08:00

This is classic! I stumbled upon my valedictory speech made while I was in Poly. Amazing!!!! Almost forgotten the days that I was known somewhat as an influential figure in Nanyang.

Nanyang Polytechnic

School of Business Management

Graduation Ceremony, 29 August 2002

Valedictory Message

Our Guest-of-Honour, Dr Diana Young, CEO/Group General Manager of Mil-Com Aerospace Pte Ltd,

Mr Lin Cheng Ton, Principal and Chief Executive Officer, Nanyang Polytechnic,

Members of the Nanyang Polytechnic Board of Governors,

Members of the School of Business Management Advisory Committee,

Distinguished guests, Lecturers, Parents and Fellow Graduates,

Ladies and Gentlemen;

It is an honour and privilege to be speaking on behalf of my fellow students. This is indeed a momentous day for us. Today marks the culmination of all the time and effort that we have put in as students at the SBM. We are graduating; we are about to receive our diplomas.

My name is Adrian Tan and I was from NYP’s Marketing option. Looking around this auditorium, I see a flood of familiar faces, faces that I am glad to see. I would like to congratulate each and every student of the graduating class. We have made it!

It seems only yesterday when we had to decide what to wear for our first day of school, wondered how our lecturers might look like and what our next three years at NYP would hold. We were told that the change from secondary school was going to be a tremendous one involving a lot of hard work and independent learning. Despite this, polytechnic life has also proved itself to be the most colourful and enjoyable part of our lives thus far. We have all cemented friendships and shared experiences here that we are glad to have and will cherish for always.

The new economy requires individuals with entrepreneurial ability. This is nothing foreign to us as SBM students since the Small Business Development and E-business modules have pushed us to think of innovative ways to add value to old industries as well as to create new products.

Information technology plays an integral part in the working world and NYP recognises its importance. Throughout our course of study the necessary skills to cope with the digital economy were imparted to us. We can now proudly say that setting up a fully functioning commercial web site is a breeze. This is just one example of the advantages we have over other graduates.

I hope our potential employers heard that.

When doing business, we must communicate our ideas clearly and confidently to our potential clients. This ability does not come naturally to everyone. We have been put through effective communication modules and had seminars on effective public speaking. As a result, all graduates of SBM are able to give a full-length presentation with confidence and poise; yet another asset that that will benefit us in many ways.

We also have the benefit of six months’ of practical training under our belts. I am sure the Teaching Enterprise Project ranks amongst one of our most memorable experiences. For half a year, we managed our clientele’s projects, retail outlets and even a bank with the aid of our lecturers. We had to deal with genuine situations and this gave us the opportunity to synthesise what we learnt in theory with the realities of the working world. The marketing students were assigned various jobs within retail outlets, the Conference and Exhibition centre and CBPC. My favourite stop is the CEC, where we were entrusted to organise and implement functions and seminars. We had to employ our creativity to anticipate unexpected situations. It was an enjoyable and very enriching learning experience.

Attachment is a must for every polytechnic student and NYP is no exception. Being more fortunate, I landed myself an overseas attachment with Club Mediterranean. I had to be independent and assimilate into a new work culture. It was extremely challenging but fun. Club Med’s guests were of numerous nationalities and I needed to maintain interesting conversations with them whilst observing tactfulness so as not to offend anyone’s cultural mores. This also included coping with requests that were sometimes unreasonable. It gave me an insight to what working overseas entailed.

We have also been educated to be dynamic for the industry’s needs change rapidly. Customer Relationship Management is an aspect of business that has been given an increasing amount of emphasis. In a knowledge-based economy, there is a need for people with info-communication skills, to manage and build companies’ existing and potential customer base. We were exposed to ideas and methods to provide good customer service. We also had the opportunity to put theory into practice with our state-of-the-art Customer Relationship Management lab and live Call Centre training lab, where we could play the roles of customer service agents and customers. I’m sure we can recall how awkward it was to do the role-play. But after the giggling and queasiness had settled, we became more at ease on the telephone.

To be the best one needs to be taught by the best. But that is not all; there is also a need to compete with the best. The SBM solicits participation in external competitions that are relevant to its students. This includes the LKY Global Business Plan Competition and the SIM management game to name just a couple. Such competitions are important as they impartially assess and affirm the calibre of the students.

In the push to make all of us well rounded individuals, NYP has created a conducive environment for CCAs to flourish. Housing over 30 clubs, the Student Affairs Department allows students to develop their potential to the fullest. Through StageArts, I uncovered my passion for fine arts with my involvement in Dick Lee’s Musical, Hotpants. The Debating Club gave me opportunities to engage critically with different perspectives over important issues.

The world is recovering from the unfavourable economic situation of the past two years, and we can now see a streak of silver amidst the dark clouds. From this, we must discern the need to be pro-active and future oriented by constantly upgrading ourselves. This can be achieved by working towards obtaining a degree or taking up courses to further our education. We should prepare for the ever-changing economy and know that the skills acquired today may become obsolete tomorrow. Our graduation here is the first step that we have taken towards a life-long process of enrichment through learning. I urge each of you to keep a positive attitude and stay optimistic. Believe in yourself and you will not falter.

On behalf of the graduating students, I would like to take this opportunity to extend our deepest thanks to Mr. Lin Cheng Ton for believing in the total development of a student’s potential, and also to everyone from SA for making our days in NYP so very enjoyable and fulfilling. We also express our heartfelt gratitude to all the lecturers and the director, Mr Sheshamani, for their dedication and commitment. The support we have been given has had a phenomenal impact on our lives. We won’t be here today without you. Thank You.

Let us not forget this day and all our other days at NYP. I am certain the time and effort we have devoted here has blossomed into many precious memories for all of us. I wish you success in your future endeavors. May you find joy in all that you pursue. Once again, congratulations!

Thank you very much.

An Indian Mantra

2009-01-29T00:03:00.003+08:00

Mustafa is truly amazing. It allows me to shop and do things that I cannot imagine possible during office hours.

I managed to develop some pictures urgently for postage in a matter of minutes and purchase stamps while I am at it. Cool!

Would Zirca be as fun?

2009-01-27T10:17:00.002+08:00

Had so much fun last night at Fabulous's last gig at Power House. The crowd was amazing and we were literally pushed along on the dance floor. Some just hate it, but for me.....well...that was all part of the deal right? Hahahaha

AL and I were just drinking in a contest to see who would be sluttier that evening.

Party on!!!!

Jade for CNY

2009-01-27T10:03:00.002+08:00

Had lunch with T this afternoon and we started discussing about relationships.

AD: "I think that it is abnormal in a g-relationship should there be no problems at all. Especially, fidelity issues..."

T: "You do realise that we are jaded just for thinking that way."

Yes, I am jaded. Sianzzzzz.....

MOOO....MOOOSEEEEEE

2009-01-06T00:31:00.001+08:00

Was it a moose or a reindeer that I saw tonight?

The Piper Cham is giving me a headache! HELP!

Tears

2008-12-30T10:32:00.000+08:00

回忆总是美。分手伤了谁。谁把他变美
我的眼泪写成了诗已是无所谓

你的品位总是美。

2008-12-28T16:50:00.001+08:00

Met an angel last night but the devil broke my heart.

Deafening Silence

2008-12-19T01:45:00.000+08:00

Finally the day I dread came. All the while, I thought that I should be able to handle his departure, after all I felt in control of the situation. Alas! I was wrong again this time about my emotions.

As I drove him back to Yishun tonight, my heart was heavy and our conversation seemed cold. Somewhat to that effect of being contemplative. We spoke little and I could not get him excited about any topic we once would banter and agree on. Maybe the long quiet drive was his way of saying goodbye and we might not meet in awhile.

He refused to accept my offer to send him to the airport tomorrow morning despite much persuasion. And I left it there as he might have wanted some time alone on the last lap of his Singapore visit.

He will be dearly missed but i know that my life moves on like a train. He is but all a passenger that came onboard for a quick chat and got off to carry on with his life's journey. But I know that I took a chance to make him stay just a bit longer but all gatherings will have to come to an end, eventually.

I promised my friends that I will be fine and I will be. The road maybe be tough but I will get by with great company.

Thank you Z for making me feel alive.

不可能的爱

2008-12-17T00:26:00.001+08:00

在空当的房间里，我只能看着你的照片。

我的心

2008-12-16T19:14:00.001+08:00

今天我对你说了我的感想，但是你没有给我您的回付。

当我第一次看到你的时候就爱上了你，我该怎么办？

你的背影是那么的熟西。你的笑能够点燃我那微不可言的信心。

那就是说明了我对你的 “爱” 吧。

The Article

2008-12-13T19:33:00.000+08:00

Hooray! The much-anticipated article is out today on The Business Times- Weekend Edition. Ok, probably the only person anticipating it was me lah. What to do? I must start spreading my happiness to my PR friends. (I presume they will scorn at my short lived happiness as they have gotten much more coverage than this lor) =P

DEDON - The APAC Launch

2008-12-12T09:41:00.000+08:00

Finally the DEDON event is over, the weeks of preparation and stress came to an end with a high note. In honesty, I have been involved in planning and running of events since God knows when, but this was especially significant to me as an element of PR was involved.

2 weeks before the launch, much preparation was involved including the Media RSVP and pitching of appropriate stories to relevant media. This was a tough one with my limited PR exposure at Comms. Trust me, the thought of giving up struck me on several occasions. But being the relentless one, I persevered.

I learnt many things during this period and one thing that is impt would have to be keeping my cool at all times. No matter how *ucked up some people are, you just have to be in control of the situation.

Love the event, love my friends who came forward to extend their help to me in making it a success.

The road once more

2008-10-03T16:44:00.002+08:00

I wonder if I am actually ok or I am not ok. I try not to think too much about it but it does creep up on me at times of the day. Well, I do feel alright in general and not particularly lonely, but whenever the name flashes on my screen I get a bit lost. To message or not to message. Kinda weird especially when I already sorted out the whole feeling part.

MUST move on.

2008-10-03T16:42:00.001+08:00

Tyler is great! Managed to get tickets to Kylie. 25t Nov 2008. And please, Kylie, take care of yourself. I cannot imagine you disappointing me once more time.

Kylie XXX

2008-10-03T09:48:00.003+08:00

Show Princess, Kylie is coming to town! Finally after like what seems forever after her breast cancer scare, I was so sure that I may never see the lights of her stage ever again. As I am typing this entry, uncertainty still looms over with regards to the availability after the early birds try to snap up all the tickets to her 25th Nov show.

This brings me back to the blistering cold that I went through just to queue up for tickets to her Perth Show Girl concert. That fateful morning at the Perth Concert Hall, I queued in the early of all mornings to secure seats to her concert. Seated on the stone cold floor, the only comfort was seeing her showgirl poster with beautiful feathers. ok. Too drama.

Anyway, Tyler is trying to get us tickets and if he does get them. Hooray! If not, i think i have suffered enough disappointments to understand that it take great determination to watch the princess life in concert.

Wish me luck!

Flying high

2008-09-20T23:48:00.000+08:00

I had the most amazing and shitty week all in one. Cannot imagine the amount of last minute cries from clients and I made a mistake with regards to an appointment date. That completely erased the worth I held high for myself. Well, I am not superman after all and there will always be times that I will slip and make a mistake or two.

To pull myself together takes a lot more work than I thought. But with Z in town, I had to pull together the most excellent act. It took much work to choreograph the entire act, from dinner to drinks and back to planning what to do in sunny Singapore for someone that seems to know Singapore better than I do.

The highlight on our excursions would have to be The Singapore Flyer. Yes! I have been putting off doing this one thing that I thought was of no benefit, until today. Running around trying to secure the tickets seems almost impossible. High above the skies with some strangers, it erased the weird anxiety that was upon me for the last few hours. It was how you would term it …. a breath of fresh air.

Dinners with the guys were equally amazing with M trying to communicate in a language so alien to her. Alright, she did understand the conversation, but I enjoyed translating it for her. hahaha..

Was the best weekend in a long time.

Leona Lewis - Bleeding Love

2008-08-05T11:48:00.000+08:00

Come Home

2008-07-15T18:25:00.001+08:00

This is my favourite song for now.....actually it has been for a long time and I managed to find this version so far. This song was the reason why I watch SoundWaves twice.

Branding sees no politics

2008-07-15T17:50:00.003+08:00

For all that grumbling about the ERP rates and NOW increase in bus fares. This morning while watching PTM something struck me hard on the head. Would I lend a voice to the opposition party? It is evident why the opposition party has no means of surviving in a country monopolised by PAP. They lack branding! What is with the hammer? What is it with Sylvia? They need to understand that without a fresh face and some cool "uniforms" they will not succeed. That is why the PAP has done so well all these years. They keep themselves up to date. I mean....think about this, if the worker's party doesn't sound good...it so won't work. However, if I named the party, say INCONTRO or maybe SENSO hey! It might just work. Use some nice font type give it a fresh modern look and there you go....people will vote for you.

It is all about that packaging lor. If you cannot beat on substance, then try something else. Think PAP, their uniforms may all be white, at least it looks crisp and clean. White is purity, not some muddy looking yellow? White signifies that they are not corrupted ....... Even the website language speaks volume lor.

http://www.wp.org.sg/wordpress/index.php

http://www.pap.org.sg/

Contact me if you think you are ready to move the party forward.

OOooPPs....I think I was meant to be highlightng on the new MTV for NDP 2008. I am sooooooo swoon over by this MTV....See it for yourselves to believe.

PaPa Preach to moi

2008-07-05T16:40:00.000+08:00

Living in a country with constant increase in ERP prices and Pontianaks carrying umbrellas at the carparks just make it sound like a horror movie. I dare say I rather live on Elm street, at least I know that something will come behind my back and I will scream my heads off. But I have resigned myself to the increasing standard of living in Singapore with little of none salary increment. *Gasp* Scary!

Propaganda is something so often seen around the world. Without realising it, we have already been ganda-fied. My only complaint with this virus would be the lack in creativity of how this is all done. Imagine the same all boring news of Singapore having the most efficient airport in the world to Garden City concept with even the HDB flats taking headlines.

But this, I say is the most innovative and creative way to reach out to the fellow citizens of Singapore. Sound Waves 2008. My unexpected participation to WATCH the show turned out more pleasant than I hoped for. The whole musical was strung together through a mix of dances, acting and music. The multimedia work was perfection. (Almost except for the adaptation of Singapore flyer to be a clock!) If Hitler was alive, he would be kicking himself silly for not thinking that the music and dance could actually be his most lethal weapon to conquer the world.

Elena Wang mesmerized me with her dance steps with pitch perfect singing and George...well...can't imagine a Singaporean could go so far so very far in Broadway and decided to give it up for find his roots here. And Emeric, what have you done to yourself? The writing and dialogue was not a single bit like what I have known you to write. Hey! Even the e-mail that you send me are not in the same "language". This is tooooooooo layman and mainstream lah.

In summary, if propaganda came in a musical like soundwaves, please Hitler... ... take me away.

The White Rabbit brings us IN

2008-06-16T01:00:00.000+08:00

The White Rabbit a fictional character brought to life by Lewis Caroll in his famous book Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland. And this very evening, the rabbit came along and ushered us into wonderland…

Set in Dempsey Road, The White Rabbit took pride in converting the old Ebenezer chapel into a magnificent restaurant. Remnants of the chapel could still be seen in the many detailing from the mosaic covered floor and stain glass windows. It was how I would put it, “a dream come true to dine with the Gods.” Excellent choice of furniture accented and created the mood to feast.

Done with the good and now comes the bad. The de

vil may have heard of this divine sanctuary and decided to create chaos in the kitchen. We were seated by 8.45pm and starters arrived only slightly pass 10pm. I had high hopes for the food as Sous Chef was famed to have arrived from Shanghai from the kitchen of Justin Kuek. The items that were ordered came at awkward intervals. At a go, we could be served with 5 starters and after, the next round of starters came about only after 45 mins. Imagine the frustration from the gang.

Not one of the dishes from starter to main came about as satisfactory. I had weird “wanton” like soup.

In summary, there are room for improvements with the service and food. It is after all a restaurant and the food should be of a satisfactory level. A chance must be given to their effort to bring the lifestyle scene in Singapore to another high. Hopefully, our comments have been seriously taken into account and looking forward to more visits to this gorgeous place.

When will Autumn come?

2008-06-11T18:58:00.001+08:00

French Couturier

2008-06-08T13:46:00.004+08:00

Excerpt from Pierre Berge

"I don't know how to do it because I never would have left you. Have we ever left each other before? Even if I know that we will never share a surge of emotion before a painting or a work of art."

The day I turned "fashionable"

2008-06-06T11:36:00.002+08:00

Today while on the way to Shaw Centre, the taxi driver asked me.

Driver: "Are you in retail?"

Me: With hesitation "Kinda in retail." (I do mall and retail branding mah)

Driver: "Fashion designer?" (Coz I was fashionably dressed mah)

Me: "Nope." (wanted to say yes...after all, I was designing uniforms for the club)

That brief conversation made my day. After all, I would rather be know as the guy that is into this whole lifestyle thing.

Sucker!

Sex was so good

2008-06-02T23:30:00.000+08:00

Well, sex was never so good till tonight. I could feel the adrenaline and high rushing through my veins. Every second was intense, pleasurably the best sex i have ever had. Foreplay was there and so was *uCk. There was an audience and there was sushi. Clothes came off and clothes went on. Shoes throttled on me with gowns sweeping past me.

Yes....the long awaited movie final brought my desires came to an end.

2hrs and more just fluttered away like birds on my head. SATC movie was not a letdown at all. After the years of following the season, I felt connected with the 4 leading actresses. It was more than just a movie / serial. It was an expression of a lifestyle that a common Singaporean can only dream about. Friends that stick with you through thick and thin and shouting at bastardly BFs for their fickle love.

Min was with me for the movie and I really appreciate company from her. It is not everyone that understands the bond that I share with this girls. The emotions just flowed naturally and we gasped at the gorgeous shoes.

SATC made me realise the precious friendship that one can only wish for. Luckily, I know that I have friends that are always there for me when I need them.

Gimme one more cosmopolitan please.......

Body Combat!

2008-06-01T17:21:00.003+08:00

Did my first Body Combat class today!

Eat & Shop

2008-05-29T22:17:00.002+08:00

There has been much talk about me jetsetting around the region in the past year. I have actually lost count of the number of times I am on board a flight since last June. All that I know right now is that I am penning this entry onboard a flight back into Singapore.

The journey was short but I managed to achieve what I had set out this trip to be.

To spend some quality time with an old friend, Phil
Visit Macau due to the recent accounts that I have been placed under
Not to shop at ALL (FAILED)
Research on new malls in Hongkong.

I have known Phil for the past7-8 years and we have bonded and grew together in different cities. He has always been an inspiration to me as I saw him started small and now traveling all over the world with his job. From a Malaysian, he worked towards being a Singaporean and now happily residing in Hong kong with a PR status on his way.

He guided me and gave me pointers on career decisions and being “to the point”. For this trip, his main objective was to convince me that working in HK is the best option for now. He strongly thinks that I am ready to take on the city with my cosmopolitan outlook and international appeal. (Basically, he knows that I lurveeee the lifestyle & shopping)

Hong Kong has never looked so good to me. Being the third time and the shortest duration that I have spent here, I have found that despite the busy lifestyle of the individuals, the quality of life for a young executive like me is very delicious. The nightlife here is vibrant and the F&B situation is immense. Time to sit down and reevaluate my current situation in Singapore. Honestly, my friends in SG are now involved in their personal life and it is even harder than before to just sit down and enjoy time together. I won’t say that I feel left out, cause I know that they try to engage me in whatever little time they have off from work and social responsibilities. But probably this is making me lonelier without work taking center stage. On this topic, Ms Chan is also making me worried, with him far from us. He is meant to stay put in SG and no out wondering in some alien city with awful people. Just stay in SG and bitch with us over drinks. Much better isn’t it?

Now that I am on the way back, I am starting to be in a panic again with the amount of work that I could be facing soon. Especially with my reservist on the way, I can sense trouble brewing. Time to set out the strategy during my absence, before anyone gets “hurt”

bye for now as I get on with my music.

XOXO

Gossip Boi

Shanghai - The cosmopolitan city of the Orient

2008-05-02T19:27:00.000+08:00

Shanghai is a city where East and West concoct a blend of cosmopolitan living. The tune that resonates in my mind would be from the theme song of the famous drama serial starring Chow Yun Fatt. The mystery has always been to me what is all so great about this city? Shanghai is known to the Chinese as the future of China. Beijing for that matter is the current and Xian claims to be the past.

This short business trip was slotted in during the busiest period of my social life. With the opening play of the Peranakan museum, I was clamoring for more time. Left on Sunday afternoon straight after the first performance of the play and arrived late at night in Shanghai. Just minutes after I arrived, I was to discuss the procedure of the Brand Workshop with Saxone.

During my extended stay in Shanghai, I was very much indulging in the sights of the city. Not so much of the sounds as I was deafened by the rude conversations from the Chinese. But I must agree that Shanghai has the hardware of any international city in the world. Skyscrapers all over and lights to fill the streets past midnight.

The highlight of the trip was a guest appearance by Alvin. Was touched as he made an effort to change his schedule just to meet me in Shanghai. We only got to spend a late afternoon and evening together but that was good enough. We trawled the streets for shopping and had horrible Japanese food somewhere near Raffles City. Luckily, the evening was made beautiful by our venture to the top of Park Hyatt at Pudong side. The view was breathtaking, everything seemed so much smaller from up there.

Oh well, in summary, my trip to Shanghai was so-so......not a favourite city of mine. Even with the beautiful architecture, the Shanghainese were still unable to pull off the cosmopolitan living.

Splendorous Bali

2008-04-13T16:56:00.003+08:00

The beauty of Bali cannot be depicted just by her lovely sights and sounds. Her beauty is derived from the fine culture and finesse of the Balinese people. My short stay in Bali has made me fallen in love with yet another island. This time, with so much more poise and artistic sharing.

Every second spent on the island fell onto scores like musical notes. Serenading my holiday with love notes and soft whispers. By the end of the trip, I was rejuvenated once more. I know this is not my last trip to Bali but it opened more doors to possibilities of exploring this island.

A lovely time spent with a wonderful friend and a soul mate.

*Muacks*

Jet Set, Ready Go!

2008-04-10T09:18:00.001+08:00

All packed in Earth Pacs and ready to leave for Bali! My ooooohhhhhh....so virgin trip. =)

Birthday wishes

2008-03-18T10:01:00.005+08:00

Happy Birthday to Moi!

This blog entry is dedicated to the best wishes I received on this special day.

SMSes

Travis: Happy birthday to u, happy birthday to u, happy birthday to adrian, happy birthday to u. May all yr wishes come true.

Vin & Edward: Hi, wish you a Happy Birthday! May your dream come true at this special day. With love vin & edward.

Emeric: Happy birthday dear! Hugs.

Jocelyn: Happy birthday sweetheart! Xxx. Lots of hugs, Joce

Clifford: Happy birthday (From Australia)

Brian: Hey dearest. Happy birthday!

Kokila: Hi Dear Adrian.wishing u a very Happy Birthday.hav a great day da.

Gabriel Wong: Happy birthday adrian! Gabriel :-)

Min: Darling! Happy happy birthday!!I love u.

Dennis Key: Happy birthday you naughty boy :)

Don Lim: Happy birthday, Enjoy! Dont be like ian and act virgin. Heh

MSNs

| the tenacious cat |

happy birthday, hunnybunny!!

*hugs*

Eagle (G) (^) HAPPY BIRTHDAY !!!! kiss1

.: Ash :. is in Singapore ! Happy Birthday !!!!

to what we own life? Happy Birthday

May all your wishes coem true

iAN happy birthday old hag!

Happy Birthday Mummy! :)

hey Happy Birthday! (^) many happy returns!

1285 happy birthday!!!

Jon.W || Back and Burnt: Happy Birthday dudee! :0

Phone Calls

Phil Chin

In My Arms

2008-03-14T15:23:00.001+08:00

Only Kylie can carry off an MTV with such psychedelic colours. Awesome!

BCBG Max Azria

2008-03-14T10:42:00.008+08:00

BCBG refers to Bon Chic Bon Genre "Good Style, Good Class".

A French acronym, it is now synonymous to the Fashion Empire BCBG Max Azria Group. Conceptualize by Max, this company caters to the Modern Woman that appreciates wearable couture fashion.

My client Salon Le Point sponsored the hair for this evening event. The whole store was decked out in visuals of cup cakes and all things sweet. Even the runway was in sweet pink. Pretty was definitely the highlight for the night. The models hair twirled to finesse and modern chic.

What surprised me was the immaculate design and tailoring found in the dresses of the shop. Zips were nicely hidden and seams flowed with the silhouette of the models. Perfect icing was the choice of models with an icelandic or somewhat Hungarian look that gave life to the collection by Mrs Loban.

Splashes of colours inspired by the "Umbrella" French Musical gave a twist to how Singaporeans should be decked in for this Spring/Summer Collection.

Why am I ON it?

2008-03-13T09:49:00.004+08:00

A particular client of mine that has been with me for the past year has really killed my whole respect for them. EVERYONE on that job including the architects are downright DIM! They have no F**king idea on how to project manage and this is making it super difficult to handle.

So they claim to be the mall of the future! Future my *** lor...... I am so upset on the e-mail requests and they completely do not make sense. This is definitely affecting how I feel towards my job. If only I had the choice to fire them off my list of clients. Sighz.....this is making me weak emotionally. Darn!

A darn bad feel about the project. Bleah!

Who Says 20Twenty CEO doesn't do events? (Courtesy of Cindy Sim)

2008-03-12T10:55:00.005+08:00

Yes..it has been a long time since I last blogged about anything in my life. But this is definitely worth archiving.

"We're not party planner, we don't plan events other than press conferences"

Yah right! So what is soooooo..... wrong about being party planners? He got to where he is today (wherever that is) through the parties.

Ohayo!

2007-10-16T18:32:00.000+08:00

The splendor of Japan cannot be articulated in visuals and even in words. My ignorance of this country proves as a complete laugh. The city of Tokyo is really that of a magical and the Japanese are worthy to be proud of what they have achieved since World War II.

The past week in Tokyo was not just shopping and gourmet spectacular, but it encapsulated an understanding of how the Japanese work and a deeper understanding of their culture.

From Shinjuku to Omotesando, Tokyo is never short of international brands to serve the market. All levels of shopping can be found in this vibrant city and one can truly say that there is everyone for anyone here.
A constant raid of the shopping districts in Tokyo can even amount to a nightmare that never ends. The nightmare of not having enough money to buy beautiful things and to don beautiful art. You can almost say that every piece of fashion is what one would call a piece of art. How can I resist the pleasures of buying pieces of art, when what I deem beautiful in life is never practical. Layouts of retail stores are never boring and with an availability to invigorate all senses. The well thought out shopping experience starts from the hardware; interior décor to the exceptional service standard from the various retail staff from the outlets. They truly take pride in whatever they do and give it and additional detail to make it stand out.

I will definitely be seeing more of Japan in the years to come. You have not seen the last of me.

The painting that spoke to me

2007-08-18T15:16:00.000+08:00

Just before I mount the paiting onto my bedroom wall.

881

2007-08-13T10:35:00.000+08:00

Managed to catch 881, a Royston Tan film yesterday. I have to say that he made a supposedly commercial movie, done in an understandable and artistic way. I have to laud him for his creative directing and imagination. Every angle throw his lens was near perfection. Or the "raw-ness" was basically the fact of life, with sharp edges and never perfect. The plot took me throw the ups and downs of being a ge-tai Singer. I had absolutely no idea the pains and tribulations of their life. Kudos to Yeo Yan Yan for yet another great acting spectacular.

This show is a must catch! And it brought out the lian-ness in me. Hahaha.

When drama is not on me

2007-08-10T11:16:00.000+08:00

B messaged me on msn today. I am guilty for allowing him that chance to gain contact with me. I may have deleted him from my phone listing and MSN, but I have failed to completely block him from messenger. He dropped me a message, "Happy National day dude." Crazy fella. And I just ignored it completely and closed the window. Watching HK drama serials are better than me having to live through that kind of drama.

I have moved on!

Revolving Doors of Vengeance

2007-08-10T11:13:00.000+08:00

Such drma and politics. You really wonder if it is happening in the real world. Plots of succession and evil-ness.

When Tai Tai-s meet Boi Boi

2007-08-07T09:51:00.001+08:00

There are doubts in my current career path and in recent weeks, been contemplating if I should move into greener pastures. But there seem to be a pull factor in what I am doing currently and it is definately stopping me from a decision as such. Last night was a true example of how living the life of a creative guy seats.

Company from Ida Ong (Grooming consultant), Gina (Ex-model for Escada) and Janet Teo (Ex- Director of Mercandising for Melwani) created intense passion for what I do. Traces of aging does not seem as evident as what you would expect. The well preserved girls are what you would deem as fashionista women. The conversations and little chats of high fashion and their friends provided me with entertainment. Only names in the capacity such as Clarence Lee, David Gan, Daniel Boey were mentioned. Their immaculate way of handling clients and how great their skills were mentioned. Was quite funny just to hear of stories of them, and of course the recent Zoe spat. You have no idea the information that was shared proved to be informative. Afterall, Zoe was discovered by Ida Ong herself. Zoe must have been her proudest find till date. Always lamenting how no other modelling agency wanted her during her time and she polished her rough edges to shine as to what she is today. '

Life as a Brand Consultant is definately good if only you have friends like that, when all there seems to life is travel, shopping and your celebrity hairstylists. Something to highlight is that Clarence Lee is a very good Makeup artist. Will bear him in mind for possible "shows". Ms. Chan, you want?

We

2007-07-31T16:18:00.000+08:00

Trips to Perth are more than just holidays; they have the ability to recharge my soul and spirit. Combining a bit of everything, we get to indulge in life’s little pleasures. From dining to shopping, everything comes with just a little bit of surprise.

Brian and Jumius did an excellent job of hosting us for the trip and ensured that we were well fed and well rested. Beds were nicely laid out with comforting quilts accompany. A round of feathered pillows never fails to give that extra touch of class. Brian is truly a homemaker with flare for putting furniture together with immaculate taste.

Laughter was in abundance with slight differences at times. But it does not affect how we feet for each other. A consistent love that binds us together, making us understand that friends as such are never too easy to come by. Even in the darkness of Perth’s frequent blackouts, we held together with and understanding that there will always be light in the toilet. Power failures do not mean the end of entertainment; it only means the beginning of happy traits that we all cherish.

On the last day of the trip, I lashed out my shopping mode and just went ahead buying things that I like. Of course, it would have been perfect to have that couture piece of bag. But I had to know when to stop. A Jack Spade should be sufficient for now till maybe my next bonus. Ah, a wonderful idea that maybe that will be the sign that the bag can now be mine.

Will post the series of pictures soon.

Came

2007-07-31T13:11:00.001+08:00

Arrival of the fittest

2007-07-27T08:48:00.000+08:00

Back in Perth once again. This time round, the excitement is less than usual, but as I warmed up to the freezing winter, the ice just melted away.

The flight into Perth was full and it was actually not the most comfortable flight, infact compared to the previous experience with Tiger, the crowd was not particularly as "civilised". There were creaming children just seated in front of moi and fat Auzzies, almost good enough to "Oui, Oui, Oui" at me. The only redeeming factor came in the form of TV on demand screenings of a whole lot of comedies and movies.

Ma'am Loon braved the cold and almost stormy rains to pick us up at the airport. This was the first time in ages since the 4 of us were in a same country, conversing face to face. I must say that it brought us back fond memories of the days in downsville. A pity princess was unable to take time off from work to gallivant in this moment with us.

Pictures will be posted up as soon as I get them sorted out. For now, breakfast at Mosman Bay.

The celebration of everything happy

2007-07-24T11:30:00.000+08:00

Ideal character

2007-06-26T10:13:00.000+08:00

The fact that I am stuck in some silly acounts really irks me. When do I go from here? Yes, they are big high-profile accounts. But I really detest the fact that I have to work with clients that do not understand style and class. All they are running on is a a train of thought that by charging more and providing less, they will make more money. What happened to privilege lifetsyle? When you are entitled to 5 wait-staff serving a table of 5.

Can I consider myself a hospitality guru or something that understands hospitality? However, always working with people that do not understand hospitality. They only know how to flaunt their wealth with no flare for the finner things in life. Sucky stoopid people. Maybe I just need to think myself as someone that is carving a career in hospitality branding and not some fantasy wizard that has the ability to fight Darth Vader. Or maybe I am just Harry Potter that fights against silly clients.

The cosmic gas strikes

2007-06-24T09:55:00.000+08:00

Phew! One night down and a few more to go! Last night was a whirlwind of events. Eating and shopping plus clubbing. I have come to realise that the whole point of clubbing only becomes fun when you are with your good ol' friends that share the same passion. Hahaha. The fun factor last night was definately PLAY-ed up with the adrenaline of the city pumping cosmic dust into you. It was how I would say it, superb. However, I must now recuperate on energy after popping a painkiller into me. Hope that I can regain energy for another round of events this evening.

Lah....lah...lah...

Ain't no mountain high enough

2007-06-18T16:53:00.000+08:00

"Adrian, your problems ain't big a deal compared to the problems others are facing right now. Rather than sitting around and mull over it? Why not bring out that positive energy and make a difference to the world. There are friends that requires your attention and family that hope for your care. Channel your energy in things that are worth your while."

Show me the entrance

2007-06-17T16:36:00.000+08:00

Too often do I get lost on the roads. Sometimes, I wonder if I did it deliberately or was it for a sure fact that I am never good with my directions. I often hoped that I had that GPS instinct that I have with what I want in my life. Always going round in circles on the road is never a good thing. It takes too much energy on my mind and petrol, in summary, I am running out of resources.

This will never do. One thing for sure is that no matter how lost I get, I will still be able to find my way back with that little bit of instinct. "Is this parallel to the way I came here?" My love life is in a wreck now, all that I can think of is you. I am going round in circles for too long and now I am really lost. Hopefully I can find that instinct that will lead me back onto the highway and find my way home soon. That road to peace in my mind and hit on the reset button once more. The strength and courage to start all over again.

Please show me the way onto the highway.

FUCK OFF!

2007-06-16T02:25:00.000+08:00

It is finally over. One and a half years of pain and suffering. The pinning for your call has finally come to an end. Tonight was the last straw I can take. Tonight is the night I tell you never to contact me ever again. Tonight will be the night I delete you from my mobile phone listing. And tonight will be the last night I shed a tear for you.

FUCK OFF! And don't let me see you ever again. I really have no wish to suffer pain for you and tolerate with you nonsense.

I took my things and left. And that is the only way to end it. Never have I wasted so much time on something that I hope will happen. Please, DUN CALL ME EVER AGAIN! It will be my gentle plea.

What I saw today was the last straw.

The idea of style

2007-06-15T16:08:00.000+08:00

The whole idea of shopping in style starts at The Link Home. You sometimes wonder how a $499 cushion can justify itself. The answer is simple, it is all in the psychological feel of it. When the delivery man greets you at the door with bags of items all carefully packaged to enhance the experience. Simplistic packaging coupled with items branded in some frilly names just makes it all so exciting.

The final outcome of how people with taste will appreciate the luxury lifetsyle. Gold is passe and silver is out, left with earth tones that makes the world go round. Coupled with some colours, green, red and blue. The whole idea of luxe is in the hands of thus.

Me and Mr. Lau

2007-06-12T23:50:00.000+08:00

Back to square one. I really need some directions soon.

So typical a flight

2007-06-07T23:35:00.000+08:00

My flight has been booked.

ARRIVE Perth on the 26th July, 12.30am- Flight QF 0078

Hoooray!

The party to remember Belvedere

2007-06-07T23:29:00.000+08:00

Lust of glam

2007-06-02T11:03:00.000+08:00

ALL in the pipeline... ...

The rut rulz

2007-05-31T23:28:00.000+08:00

Is there really that someone out there for me? I am startin gto wonder if he even exists. All that I have been is chasing and yearning after someone that I know I will never have. Yes, it has been months since we last met, but I cannot seem to get him outta my mind COMPLETELY. Saying that I am fine is true, but saying that I have gotten him out of the system, that is lie. His face will always flash momentarily when I drive pass the various locations that we spent time together. He is hard to forget!

This is poison in its most potent form. Trying to date, but all that I can compare them with is him. Is there no other way out for me? The shadow that follows me side by side. His SMSes blinks at the most inappropriate time of the day.

At dinner today, I cannot help but feel that twitch in my brows.The logic of someone is thinking of me surfaced. And this same very night, he had to msg me that he is now officially at Tiong Bahru, and well nestled for that matter. Confused, I gave a quick reply and since 30 mins ago, no reply. What is his problem? Or is it basically mine?

Get me outta this rut. Anyone?

That Golden Period

2007-05-28T15:51:00.000+08:00

Stumbled upon this invitation card on one of my foresaken mailboxes. Those were the days.

The tatter and balls

2007-05-11T00:09:00.000+08:00

The social juices fro within is giving me a boost to break away from my normal lifestyle. This week alone, I have done dinners with sevral groups and I am enjoying it. The dinner this evening was on the topic of how the younger generation can embrace the Peranakan culture. Alan had so much take on how he interprets the survival of a dying minority in SG. The whole idea of making the culture modern and acceptable to the generation.

My contribution to this association was a forum dedicated to the eats. There willl be a cooking page for me and I will be the star chef. Every week, I will post online a recipe that I think will be the favourites of clickers. And slowly, it will evolve into a full length cooking demo that will be posted online. Learn how to be a true chef. For now, I need a whole new title for this page. My first shoot at web-dom. Hahahaha......

To contest the tattler ball, we will also be organising a tatter balls. Hahaha....hopefully this will eventualise soon enough.

Raphael leaves

2007-05-08T23:13:00.000+08:00

The happiness in life is having good company over dinner and great drinks. Raphael officially endedis term with IMMORTAL last Friday. I am definately filled with an onslaught of remorse. Even though he was a colleague that never said much, but I enjoyed his dilligence and dedication towards his work. He was always there to support my accounts even when he has the most impossible amount of work.

Bought him and Janet tonight as a form of thank you for being there for me. I will miss him a great deal as he embarks in another chapter of his career in Singapore. Janet is great company as she shares her experience of her life. Her dedication towards the fashion industry and her inrugueing stories always leaves me asking for more. I wonder if I would ever have the chance to end up like her. Conclusively, I can do without the glam factor of being in the industry, just hoping to be surrounded by beautiful things around me. That is what is important to me. Found out as well that my diva boss is actually reknown in the creative circle. So much for always thinking he is the brother of so and so. It is defiately an honour to work with a boss as such. Always being there for me and making things happen with his hands.

What happens tomorrow? We will never know, but cherishing what was today matters more.

I am but a CAR away

2007-05-08T00:33:00.000+08:00

There are always the bad days and the good days in one's life. It is how you deal with the bad days and enjoy the good days that matters most. I for one always find difficulty in understanding how do I make the bad day be a good one. Today was no exception. Today, I was told by one of my bosses that I will have to look into taking on a task that was never conveyed to me as part of the "package". Usually, when I am presented with a new task, I greet it with optimism. But this time round, I replied her, "huh?". I could not even believe it myself that the word actually came out. The hilarious reply that surprised even me faded in matters of seconds and left me with a despodent look. Convincing myself that eveything would be ok, I started filling up with anger. Anger that was due to the fact that it was a mere way to push work over to me. If you cannot seem to find replacement for positions, don't push the blame to me! I am not paid to do your job, and for that matter, not well enough even to handle my own.

For now, I just brush it off and hopefully the problem will not come back to me. If it should, there are considerations that needs to be made.

Realising that driving is actually the easiest way ut for me when I am depress, I decide to take the car out for a spin with my favourite tracks blasting against my ear drums. Ended off with a wash at the nearby SPC. It is vey therapeutic to know that I can get "splashed" without etting wet! Hahaha. Suds, water and sponges attacked me but still in one piece. Reflecting on how my life has been in the pass few months was really incredible. I miss my friends scattered all over the world, they are really the best thing that I can wish for. Parties are just parties, but hanging out with true friends and enjoying a cosmopolitan is priceless.

Tomorrow will be a better day or just throw me in the wash.

So Far So Good

2007-05-04T17:27:00.000+08:00

After the months of hardwork and relentless pursuits of exceptional perfection, I finally took my well deserved trip to Perth. The whole idea was crazy and unexpected. (So much for planning trips way in advance)

The entire trip was relaxed and very much intune with my mood to chill. Clamouring on the fact that alcohol and gastronomic experiences were the highlights of the trip, I made it clear to my company that it is an essential MUST have. And true to their words, alcohol was on the table for all lunches and dinner. Having said that, the prominent idea of style and panache actally came from my friends. We had so much fun from struting down King's Street to Freedom in Osbourne Park.

The stay on Saunders Street was absolutley fabulous! Designer furniture and bedding could all be found under one roof. Hahaha. So much for budget stay! There were subtle changes in Perth but the whole was left alone. Familiarity was all over with little draps of memories left trap in a vacant space provided.

Pictures will be uploaded after I have completed sorting out all of them. Very glam, very me, very Perth......See you Perth in July when you show us Autumn Winter collection.

Take flight

2007-04-18T00:24:00.000+08:00

So it has been confirmed. I am heading to Perth for my well deserved break. Excitement is in the air with me grinning all the way to the toilet. In all seriousness, this is not just any trip for me. As happy as I am ashamed, this will be my first maiden self paid trip out of Singapore. For 25 years, my trips are always paid by my parents. I won't dare say that I have actually earned money enough to pay for a holiday. The past 6 months with Immortal was not the easiest way to earn money. With inching growth, I have understood the difficulty in making money.

Many at my age have already been paying for baby trips out of Singapore but still, this is a trip from my hard earned money. From carrying cartons up 4 storeys to pushing for a higher taste level, not a cent was easy to come by. At this stage, I find myself growing to understand what life is really about. Can never understand when my dad comments that I have actually grown more matured with this job. Have I never been mature? The one thing I find a change with me is my haughtiness just months back. Taken heed to how the world really is, I have to swallow my pride on many occassions. There is never a shorter way out to learn and earn the respect of people. No matter what you have created for yourself in the past, it is back to square one with a new employer. Proving yourself and capabilities, not as easy as attending classes of a unit. It takes patience and sacrificing if not something, everything.

Leaving on a jet plane, not first class but in class of my own and knowing my friends are just as excited as I am.

Thank you to all my friends always being there for me. I will always be there for you, and that is a promise I will not retract.

Fashionista

2007-04-02T20:10:00.000+08:00

Lights, camera, pose! The much anticipated Singapore Fashion Festival
finally came to an end. Nights of soiree and runway strutting still
etched into my memory. Spiralling on the beauty of the models and the
clothes that held tightly onto international standards make me just
want to do it altogether one more time. Now, for the low down on the 4
runway spectacle.

alldressedup

Nothing can beat Sven
Tan’s Autumn/Winter collection. Who said that autumn is generally
depicted by hues of what the season brings? This collection came across
as fun and dynamic. After winning 2005 Singapore Young designer award,
her collection was all bought over by Fashion socialite Tina Tan Leo.
After her intern at Milan for 1 year, this girl came back with a
vengeance and showed that Singapore designers has the X-factor long ago
though to only be found in European labels.

More fun than
ever, the whole look was based on stripes of varying colours. One piece
dresses coupled with over-sized jackets, it was the best amalgam of
London’s hottest fashion craze.

Choreography was tight with
models exuding fun variables on their faces. The first track was
however the most appropriate. Funky!

Runway Rating: 4.5/5

The Link

A last minute invitation from Stanley told me that this was definitely not a pre-arranged line up on the organisers list. The reception at this runway show was ess
than a normal socialite crowd expected from an event held by The Link
boutique. After all, the only people remotely capable of owning even a
handbag from there must be of a certain social class. Not that I am
even close to owning something from them, but I am just gad being able
to share in their latest collection.

The attendance lingered at
80%, reason was a concurrent social event at The Fullerton Hotel. A
charity ball in benefit for children suffering from cancer.

The
4 major brands from The Link, was brought to light. They were all fresh
from the runway show in Paris. How exciting is that?Etro had a few pieces of menswear with Roberto Cavalli showing off dresses that were more avant garde
and dramatic. The clothes were less memorable than the previous but I
guess it was a show with loose pieces and trying to tie them together
was not the easiest thing.

Runway Rating: 4/5

TAFf

All
hail Singapore designers! A show in bid to celebrate the passion and
camaraderie of Singapore designers. From Frederick Lee to LeslieChia, the show was all red and happy. Choreography was starkly different from al the shows that I have seen. It was how should put it, unorthodox. They had models making a grand entrance on Vespas
and the whole collection presented all in the eyes of the audience at a
go. I still say a yes to the show. There were even screaming fans when
the designers strutted the runway.Junita Simons was seen in the most dramatic dress by Frederick.

Runway Rating: 4/5

Woods & Woods

As excited as I was, the show was less than expected. From my previous
experience, Jonathan’s shows are usually crisp and interesting. This
time, it was interesting but CANNOT SEE!

The setting was in black, with a DJ right at the centre, back of the runway. Playing the
hip tunes of club music, the only source of light came from a spotter.
Audiences at the back end were not able to see what was going on. Thank
goodness I was still seated on the 4th row and was able to make up what
was happening. The whole thing must have looked damn good on TV. But
don’t think it works with a live audience. His designs and tailoring
were still as sharp and interesting as ever. The only drawback was how
the show was put together. Not forgetting that I waited 1 and a half
hours before I was seated. Nightmare!

Runway Rating: 3/5

Can I shop in HK, please?

2007-03-23T09:49:00.000+08:00

I simply adore my new pen. Thanks to my dear mum, she bought me this lovely pen while she was in HK. Hahaha....she was so certain that I would like it. And true enough, it was divine. Better than the Meistruck series, the Boheme was class above the rest. Not too garish but with subtle class. I like!

Thanks mum!

The Client

2007-03-19T22:00:00.000+08:00

What happens when you do not have love but only work in your life?

ANS: A client that thinks you are great and a life that no one notices.

Surprise, surprise, and I thought that only 6 months into my job, there is no such thing as harmony between your client and yourself. My client actually remembered my birthday and bought me a box of GODIVA chocs. I think that it is the sweetest gesture yet from them and I just feel appreciated. Even when they are my clients, they are generous enough to remember that I am working on the day after my birthday. I could have been like my colleagues and requests for leave the day or the day after your bitrhday. I hardly have the option of leaving work as meeting after meetings has been planned. Back to back for that matter. Maybe my absence for a day would caused more chaotic sequences when I return.

Nonethless, it is still a box of chocs. Shared it with my colleagues and that is what is important. Happiness should be shared and never kept to yourself. That is the beauty of sharing.

Thank you Vivien, Cynthia and Fei Fei.

Happy Birthday to Moi!

2007-03-19T20:19:00.000+08:00

The celebrations continued from a party at Emmanuel Stroobant's latest edition to his family of renown restaurants. I have to say that the food at Brussels Sprouts was less than expected. The concept was casual and outdoorsy, with beer being the staple of the restaurant. Pork Belly, Sirloin steak, Poached chicken, Signature mussels were the gala for the evening accompanied with a platter of sides that made us yearned for more. The sound of clinking cutlerys and mishaps formed a musical backdrop not so frequently seen. The air was what you would find in a typical pay and eat restaurant, it was the chic, Jaime Oliver style.

Glamourously beautiful, the company of 3 made the evening one that will be hard to forget.

A whole lot of wishes

2007-03-18T16:15:00.000+08:00

A telly for the day of wishes from my beloved friends and family. I have never done this before, but I suppose it is a good try for this year. If not, I will just erase all the smses that I received this year and forget that it ever happened.

Ian- Happy Birthday! (As he gets out of the car)
Yongjie- Advance Happy Birtday to u.
Lyson- Happy Birthday my cousin. May 2--7 be an even better year for ya.
Timothy- Happy Birtday! (He claimed that it was done while he was urinating)
Jumius- Happy Birthday! (On msn)
Janet Teo- Happy Birthday, my dear...have a wonderful day ahead! :-D
Mum- Happy Birthday my son. On the way back to HK. Guang Zhuo is very cold.
Tadashi- Gd morning dear. Happy birtday for today! Have a wonderfu day n hope u enjoy the day.
Dad- Older by another year, wising you a wonderful birthday. Good luck.
Min- Adrian. Happy Birthday sweetie! I love u.
Phil- Phone call but I was sleeping. Wished me a happy Birthday.
Brian Loon- Called me.
Jane Han- Hey Adrian, happy birthday! Did I remember wrongly....heh
Bilson- Happy Brthday!
Jocelyn Teo- Happy Birthday baby! XXX
Gavin Ooi- Happy Birthday! Hope your wishes come true and you have a blast on your special day!
Sabrina- Happy Birthday adrian! hope this year will be one full of good surprises, love and many wonderful moments! Have a blast :)
Saxone- Happy birthday! hoped u had a good one.
Samuel- Happy Birthday! (At the entrance of Powerhouse)

The above is in order of earliest.

Birthday yet again

2007-03-18T00:11:00.000+08:00

Just past midnight and I am in a contemplative mood. Should I have headed out to celebrate something that happens ony once a year to me or maybe keeping it sweet and simple is the way to go? Nonetheless, I made sure that the eve to the birthday was spent with understanding that I will do only things that will make me happy.

Dinner with IC and C at Hongkong Cafe. It just seemed that he never left Singapore but was so busy with the workouts at the gym that we have not met in months. I am glad that he is back and looking forward to spending some time with him. Did drinks with IM and SC at this new funky place, Wild Oats. The wow factor of the bar would have to be the ID and ambience setting. Chic and modern, the bar exudes old charm that has been forgotten by the people in Singapore. The only problem was transport and some mozzies that did not spare my friends and I.

For now, I will just have to be contented with air-conditioning and my lappie to spend the early part of my birthday. Hope that age will not change my optimism for life and this year will be a better year than the last. All aside, I am just grateful for the friends around me. =)

Launch of Love Seat

2007-03-15T22:50:00.000+08:00

Karim Rashid has always been an inspiration to my life. His designs not ony exudes practicality but style at the same time. As reluctant as I was from the duties of work, I still made it a point to attend his party. Not for the sole reason that he is Karim Rashid, but also for the fact that it is also the first event of my very good friend. Why not? Free flow of champagne to the company of friends.

As much as I thought he might just be a humble guy to the people around him, he was basically busking himself in breasts and his very own champagne. I would have rather not seen him in such a context. His diva attitude might have gotten him to where he is now. He actually brawled at a couple of people who were actually not so keen in what he has to say. Oh well, if you were what he is, I suppose you could get away with anything.

Was happy to have met up with some old time colleagues as well as media friends. I always meet them under such occassions. Fun I must say.

A well done party by my great friends. A toast to the love seat.

If.Know.So

2007-03-10T09:31:00.000+08:00

You try to tell me that someone is interested in you? Is that suppose to mean anything to me? Are you expecting me to respond to that kind of pressure or are u simply making checking if I might have something for you? If you are even remotely keen why not just tell me? Or if you do know my interest, why not clear it? A wonder how something so simpy can be so complicated. If only I knew what is in your mind.

It is out there

2007-03-04T11:14:00.000+08:00

Just realised that the type that I am looking for is out there. They are just hiding away from the glaring lights of the city. What goes from you is a pack of uncertainty. But I have met a perfect ideal type that wowed me away with bed talks and probably romance.

The likes and dislikes

2007-02-17T02:18:00.000+08:00

Sometimes you wonder if things happen for a reason. What should I do with a situation like this? Have I found someone that I can love or is it simply infatuation? There is a need to justify my thoughts and be sure that I am level headed before initiating anything.

Another Vaentine's Day

2007-02-14T21:47:00.000+08:00

Dramatic pursuit for love will never find you the love of your life. Aiyah, wonder if I will still be able to find a lover next time this year......hmmm....

where have you been?

2007-02-09T17:47:00.000+08:00

This has been the longest time since I left my blog alone. At least a whopping 3 months since my last entry. I have absolutely no excuse for not penning down my thoughts, as it has been a very tough 3 months. I felt pain and often enough the frustrations of life. 2006 came and left without me realizing and January left in a haste leaving the tracks of unwanted footprints.

A few birthdays of good friends came and went and now I call the semester to an end. Full concentration on adjusting my life back to the days of loneliness and often enough-quiet nights alone at the cinema.

New venues sprouted like funguses over night with tear drops from the skies. Relationships shattered and friendship made in the months meant countless ups and downs in the heart. Is life so complicated? Can’t it be ACTUALLY SIMPLE? Like how the sun never fails to rise and set when it ought to.

A toast to friendship!

2006-12-08T00:07:00.000+08:00

Finally IM is back as well. It seemed like ages since I last saw her, but once we met it sorta felt like she never actualy left SG. Hahaha. Whatever it is, I am glad that she is no back in SG. At least I will feel that I have more company around me now. =)

Sometimes, you do not realise that you are unhappy with your love life or n general until someone points it out to you. One can never hide sadness or disappointments, or maybe I am just lousy at hiding my true feelings from anyone. I kinda display how I feel on my face in all situations and it might not be a good thing when my job requires me to face clients that I do not really appreciate.

The weirdest part of my lfe currently is that I am enjoying my work. I think I must have said it a million times, but I really do enjoy my work. Especially when I have had such a busy day and everything seems to be happening at one go. I just like the feeling of feeling important and my job requires me to attempt tasks that requires experience in life. Having said that, I realise that I might just be a breed that is different from many. An experience of ow business works and how to handle people. Even though my resume does not reflect a tinge of my expertise in handling companies that requires me to do everything but I just simply know what needs to be done. My job scope s not fix and that is what makes me feel happy. Coz I feel wanted in the company and I am currently running it as if I am the manager of it. No doubt my bosses gives me the relevant authority and such and handling people, I really lke. Having said all these, I am still empty from within, I need to find someone to share all these with. Where are you? Are you coming for me soon? Give me a sign when the right one is here.

A sudden flash of memory of the days when Ms Chan was around me when I was down and out looking for a job. Hahaha. The depress mood that once was shrouded in and the beef stew hide-away. Oh! Infact I sould bring my frens there for lunch. Next week when I am less busy, I will request for an extra hr to do lunch.

I am tired, but will still fight on as I believe that I wil find true happiness soon.