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Monday, 9 April 2018

Outfit of the Day - fuchsia cheongsam-style maxi dress


"It is not the style of clothes one wears, neither the kind of automobile one drives, nor the amount of money one has in the bank, that counts. These mean nothing. It is simply service that measures success." - George Washington Carver.




Elegant maxi-dress with cheongsam-style high collar, perfect for Chinese New Year or other functions and events.

Dress: Mico Boutique @ Star Vista (SGD$179.00)
Bangle: Hermes
Watch: Rado

Sunday, 8 April 2018

[Poem] As I Breathe My Last




Tired, 
Running but couldnt feel my legs. 
Energy sapped, 
The colors 
Swirling around my head, 
Are such strange hues, 
Like spilled paint by the galaxy, 
I am dizzy. 

It hurt, 
Where I didn't bleed; 
Gasping for air cut 
My tongue hard. 
I am waiting 
For numbness to set in; 
For the blood to turn cold, 
Before I grow old.

I hear voices, 
Perhaps languages, 
From places so far, 
Yet they're whispers so near. 
The rainbow is trapped 
In a dark twilight; 
I cannot rescue it, 
Breathe my last

Copyright © WinePoetess 2017



Beauty Review on Evans Dermalogical Organic Aloe Vera Gel


My previous article was on various brands of Aloe Vera Gels (review here) and that garnered alot of views, thank you. This shows that the benefits of aloe vera gel is well-known and established.



Some of these benefits include healing properties, soothing and calming elements as well as detoxifying effects (the latter refers tobaloe vera for ingestion). I never stopped my belief in aloe vera gels, and my hunt led to Evans Dermalogical Organic Aloe Vera Gel.

Brand: Evans
Made in: France
Volume: 150ml
Price: SGD$19.90

Being the skeptic I always am, I bought a tube not knowing what to expect. But I knew that I needed a good aloe vera gel because I started on my facial MTS Subsicion treatment (review bere) again, leaving the skin red and raw.



Upon squeezing out the clear gel, the first thing that hit me was the smell. If you have smelled fresh, raw aloe vera juice from the plant itself, you would note that the natural aloe vera scent is not sweet. It bears a mildly "moldish" hint, like expensive rolled carpets.



Evans Dermalogical Organic Aloe Vera Gel smells exactly like the raw, fresh juice from its plant! This, to me says a lot about the quality of the gel, and the high possibility of it being unprocessed / minimally processed.

The second thing that hit me was the coolness of the aloe vera gel. When applied onto the face, the cool gel is absorbed very quickly by the skin and placates the dry itchiness beautifully.



I love my Evans, and hope you would too. If you haven't tried it yet, head on down to the nearest pharmacy and grab a tube now. Especially if you are travelling, have sensitive skin or will be undergoing some facial procedures. Enjoy your gel!



Saturday, 7 April 2018

Outfit of the Day - royal blue velvet winter jacket



“Fashion is only the attempt to realize art in living forms and 
social intercourse.” — Sir Francis Bacon




Royal blue velvet winter jacket over rust-colored sweater, with the hood drawn and gloves donned for the heavy snow up on ski resort.

Jacket: Universal Traveller (SGD$239.00)
Gloves: Winter Time (SGD$49.90)

Thursday, 5 April 2018

Outfit of the Day - deep blue dress with translucent floral layer


Design is not for philosophy it’s for life.” –Issey Miyake




Beautiful royal blue satin dress with a translucent floral layer over it, for an elegant and feminine touch. The perfect dress for functions, events, dinners and dates.

Dress:  MDS (SGD$89.90)
Bag: Louis Vuitton
Necklace: Tiffany & Co
Watch: Rado
Bangle: Hermes
Shoes: Pazzion

Wine Tasting Session by The French Cellar


83 Genting Lane, #05-01, Singapore 349568
Tel: 6610 1295



The French Cellar has been in Singapore for around 4 years, offering French wine delivery services and events to over 2,000 subscribers. Seasoned sommelier Nicolas Rebut travels around France scouting for good quality wines so that subscribers receive nice surprises every month at their doorstep.




So how does it work? From SGD$99.00 a month, subscribers can expect to receive 2 bottles of wine delivered in person to their door-step (Mondays to Saturdays). The French wines selection can be varied (sparkling, red, white, etc), or if you have a preference, do let them know as well.



I was delighted to be invited for a Wine Tasting session by Sarah and her colleague.  As they do not have a shop front, the tasting venues change frequently, and may be held at any area in Singapore. They also conduct Corporate Wine Tasting Sessions and Food Wine Pairing events.






We started with White Wine and Sparkling Wine to Red Wine, before Cheese pairing. Sarah and her colleague explained the differences  beween the wines, the regions they are from, as well as how to swirl or observe the clarity under lights. We were also educated on the various corkage types and temperatures for keeping different types of wine.





Sniffing notes and flavours also requires a technique, and plenty of training. There is a case containing small bottles of different-scented liquids which sommeliers in training would use to practice their notes detection. Temperatures for storage were also discussed, so overall, the tasting session was educational and fun for me.

Thank you The French Cellar for the lovely experience and wine tasting event.




Tuesday, 3 April 2018

Outfit of the Day - Black White Mosaic Cotton Dress


"We don't need fashion to survive; we just desire it so much." - Marc Jacobs


It's black and white for Christmas Day. How many of you shop for your own favorites during the Christmas season and add these packages to the pile of gifts beneath the Christmas tree?

Black and white cotton blend sleeveless mosaic dress, with subtly deep-V neckline. Suitable for work and outings.

Dress: Fata (SGD$89.00)
Necklace: Guess
Bangle: Hermes
Watch: CYMA






Monday, 2 April 2018

Outfit of the Day - red dress with white shell buttons



"I want to be different. If everyone is wearing black, I want to be wearing red." - Maria Sharapova




Red dress with collar and shell buttons for first day of Lunar New Year, elegant and suitable for formal work events.

Dress:  Topshop (SGD$149.00)
Bag: Coach
Bangle: Hermes
Necklace: Tiffany's & Co
Watch: Rado


Sunday, 1 April 2018

Outfit of the Day - white satin blouse over blue and pink floral skirt


"I'm learning to be braver with colorful clothes, even if they're a little wild." - Yulia Snigir




Pearl white satin blouse over deep blue and pink floral skirt and heels,  an elegant and feminine outfit perfect for 2nd day of Chinese New Year and work, dates, etc functions.

Blouse: Bought from Bangkok
Skirt: Bought from Bangkok
Bag: Coach
Pearl Necklace: Chomel
Bangle: Hermes
Shoes: Ferragamo Salvatore



Outfit of the Day - Blue and Cream Cheongsam Dress


"You have a more interesting life if you wear impressive clothes." - Vivienne Westwood 




Outfit for the 7th Day of Lunar New Year - the favourite lacey blue and cream Cheongsam-style dress that surfaces once a year.

Bag: Louis Vuitton
Belt: Ferragamo Salvatore
Necklace: Tiffany's & Co
Bangle: Hermes
Watch: Rado