Wednesday 22 July 2015

4 TYPES OF SHOES THAT ALL GUYS NEEDS

1. Suede, Derbies or Brogues

Having a formal event and need formal shoes?
Reach out for a suede, derby or brogues

Men's Suede Brogues and Derby Shoes Outfit Inspiration Lookbook

2. Boat Shoes

Something that can be paired with long pants, jeans or even berms?






3. Sneakers

Sneakers were once just for the gym, basketball players and anyone under the age of 12 — but not anymore. The comfort of a shoe that protects your feet from the daily wear and tear of the streets is now considered suitable for every occasion, from a workout to the workplace.






4. Leather Sandals

The best leather sandals have a touch of ‘gladiator’ about them; they’re not silly, strappy things, but sturdy and strong instead.

Men's Leather Sandals Summer Outfit Inspiration Lookbook

















3 FUN AND EASY DIY IDEAS TO MAKE YOUR OLD JEANS 'NEW'



Throwing away your old jeans because they are not in trend now? DON'T do that!!!! Here are 3 FUN and EASY ideas to renew your old jeans. All you need is your effort and some materials.  


1. Distressed Boyfriend Jeans


Distressed boyfriend jeans is the key thing to achieving a chic and off-duty look.




Materials you will need:
1.  Any jeans of your choice
2.  Tweezer
3.  Scissor
4.  Sandpaper
5.  Pencil

Step 1: Mark the areas on your jeans that you wished to distress with a pencil. 

Step 2: Sandpaper over the areas for a worn out look. This step is optional. 




Step 3: Cut straight, horizontal slits over the areas you want to distress. The slits should be 1/2-inch  from each other, as this will make it easier  to pull out the indigo thread. 



Step 4: Use a tweezer to pull out the indigo thread. 



Step 5: Once you've cut several areas and have pulled the indigo threads out, toss your jeans into the wash machine. Ensure that you wash the jeans with cold water as it will help to further distress the jeans.

And VIOLA!!! Your very own distressed jeans is made!





2. Pollock Drip Painted Jeans
This is probably the easiest DIY jeans out of the 3. Pollock drip painted jeans is a fun and easy DIY for you to express your creativity with paint. 



Materials you will need:
1. Jeans of your choice
1. Paints ( Any colour of your choice)
2. Paint Brush

Step: All you have to do is to dip your brush into the paint and lightly splatter that paint over your jeans! However, this DIY can get a little messy. You should probably do it outdoor or cover your work areas with newspaper if you do not wish to have your floor to be covered with paint!





 Isn't this DIY super easy and fun? So hurry and try it out!

3.  Dotty Jeans
Everyone knows that polka dots can help to make a cute yet chic outfit. This DIY will definitely help to complete your outfit!


Materials you will need:
1. Jeans
2. A5 Cardboard
3. Paint
4. Paint Brush or Stamp
5. Circle Shaped Hole Puncher

Step 1: Make some holes in your cardboard with the hole puncher. The hole puncher can be of any circle shape size of your preference. Preferably, you should keep each hole about 5cm apart to ensure that the holes are spaced out and cramped together. However, you can go ahead if you prefer the holes to be closer. 


Step 2: Once you are ready with your cardboard, place the cardboard over your jeans and paint the holes with a paint brush or stamp. 




And there you have it! Your very own Dotty Jeans,

Aren't all these DIYs fun and easy to do? So don't waste it by throwing away your old jeans. All you need is some materials and your effort to make the jeans into a brand new and fashionable jeans. What are you waiting for? Try out these DIYs now!

References:
http://theeverygirl.com/diy-distressed-boyfriend-jeans
http://scraphacker.com/diy-pollock/
http://worldinsidepictures.com/12-fun-and-easy-diy-ideas-to-renew-your-old-jeans/
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5 WAYS TO ROCK YOUR SNAPBACK

The snapback first became popular when American baseball players adopted the cap as part of their uniforms in the 1950s. Then the 90s hit, and the snapback officially became a part of pop culture and popular fashion. The style was adopted by urban musicians across the US, from N.W.A on the west coast to Mobb Deep on the east coast. The look fell out of fashion at the end of the millennium, but it’s back in full force now that artists like Chris Brown, Tyga, Kanye West, and Jay-Z have been seen sporting them again.

Snapback Look #1 – Sloped Sideways


Scott Schuman (the blogger and fashion photographer who created The Sartorialist, for those of you who have been living under rocks since 2005) could wear a bucket on his head and turn it into a trend, but we’re glad he didn’t. Instead he’s chosen to rock a New York Yankees cap with a slight sideways lean which, when you think about it, is probably the natural progression of snapback-wearing strategy. We’ve already done right-side-up and backwards, so it was only a matter of time before sideways style became a hit.

Snapback Look #2 – Up On Top (Italian Cyclist Style)


We’re going to go ahead and call this a slightly more advanced snapback look. First, there’s the hat itself: those bright colours obviously require a bigger set of balls than a basic black cap. Then there’s the angle: worn on the top of the head with the brim protruding upwards, the hat could cross the line into cockatoo territory if you don’t have the swag to pull it off. This hip young thing goes all out with the rest of his outfit, complementing his vivid snapback with an equally colourful shirt, a dangling earring, and a trendy haircut.

Snapback Look #3 – Ready For Speed


Wearing your snapback straight backwards is a no-no these days. Frankly, it looks a little foolish. You could pull it off if you’re Jay-Z, but you’re not (and if you are… say hi to BeyoncĂ© for us). For the rest of us, this backwards look – high off the forehead in the front and dipped down low in the back – is a much cooler approach to rocking your cap. It’s also got great aerodynamics, making it a significantly better option for darting through NYC traffic on your skateboard or escaping from the hordes of adoring fans who are obsessed your style.

Snapback Look #4 – Smart Casual Cool 


f Jane Goodall studied head hats instead of chimpanzees, a look like this would be her opportunity to observe the snapback in its natural habitat. This outfit works because it just feels right, like you’re seeing the snapback as nature intended it to be. Key points: great shades, a casual tee, an on-trend denim jacket, a cool watch, and continuous incorporation of orange as a running theme in almost every aspect of the outfit. Also note the extremely flattened brim of the cap, a hipper, more modern effect than the curved bill look. (Pic via The Urban Gent)

Snapback Look #5 – Like A Gangsta, Yo!


No one would dare mess with Kanye, which means the self-proclaimed “god” of rap music can get away with wearing anything he wants. That includes completely blinged out snapbacks, like this dark blue NBA cap. Yeezy is a master of many things, but subtlety most certainly isn’t one of them and his penchant for the conspicuous is on full display here. The white t-shirt is a surprisingly toned-down choice, but he makes up for it with a neck full of attention-getting gold chains, a wrist with several stacked bracelets, and the bedazzled brim of his hat.

ref: http://www.dmarge.com/2014/01/5-ways-rock-snapback-and-yo-it.html

Friday 17 July 2015

3 CHEAPEST PLACES FOR TEENAGERS TO SHOP FOR FASHIONABLE ITEMS

Admit it, it is sometimes frustrating to be shopping for new clothing as we fear that it might be out of trend and not fashionable. Sometimes when we have found that piece of clothe we really want, we flip the price tag across and realise its too expensive. Shopping in Singapore is not always cheap unless you know the correct places to shop for affordable and fashionable clothing. 
Well, fret not! 
We have compiled for you guys the 3 cheapest and fashionable places for you to shop in Singapore. So, put your worries aside and start shopping at these places now!

1. BUGIS STREET


Bugis Street is one of the biggest street shopping place in Singapore housing almost 800 shops in 3 different levels.
One can easily get lost among the crowd during weekends and public holidays. You can find a wide variety of fashionable clothing, accessories, beauty services, food stalls and hair salons there at affordable prices. 
Most of the times, shops would also place a rack or box outside their shop selling $5 clothes. You can try your luck in digging through these racks and you might even find "Gold". 

Tip: Do not get too excited and buy stuff from the first store as you might be able to find the same product at much cheaper prices in another store.

Price Range: $5-$20

Address: 3 New Bugis Street, Singapore 188868
Phone: (65) 6338 9513
Opening Hours: 11am - 10pm
How To Get There:
Arriving by MRT:
 Bugis MRT (EW12) (Walking 2 mins from Exit C)
Arriving by public bus:
 Bus 7, 12, 63, 80, 175, 197, 851, 960, 980 and NR7 (Walking 1 mins from bus stop B01112)


2. *SCAPE
*Scape is one of the popular hangout areas among teenagers these days. 
It is a non-profit organisation with its mission and vision rooted in support of youth, talent and leadership development.
At *Scape, you can also find shops selling fashionable clothing and accessories at affordable prices.
Don't forget to check out *Scape underground with quite a number of stores selling both cheap and expensive clothes. 
On Fridays and the weekends, you get to see many flea booths at the open area of *Scape. At the flea, you are likely able bargain and purchase cheap products from the sellers. 

Tip: Try going during the weekends where there will be the flea booths if not, it might be quite boring to shop during weekdays. 

Price Range: $2-$20

Address: 2 Orchard Link #04-01, 237978
Phone: 6521 6565
Opening Hours: 10.30am - 10.30pm

How to get there:
Arriving by MRT: 
The nearest MRT Station is Somerset, NS23. Walk 4 minutes from Exit B to *SCAPE, walk towards Orchard Cineleisure. *SCAPE is located behind Orchard Cineleisure.
Arriving by Public Bus: 
Bus services to *SCAPE: 7, 14, 16, 36, 65, 77, 106, 111, 123, 174, 174E & 175. Alight at the bus stop in front of National Youth Council, bus stop B09059.

3. LUCKY PLAZA 

Lucky plaza is a well known hub for the Filipino Community in Singapore. It might be crowded with many Filipinos maid during the weekends but you will realise it is also another place to shop for clothings, accessories and watches. 
At the top floor, level 6 opposite Jollibee, there is an area where flea markets are held daily.
Try digging the items in the flea and you might find something you like and try bargaining for it. 

Tip: Wear something cooling as it will be very crowded,stuffy and dusty in the flea area.

Price Range: $2-$15

Address: 304 Orchard Road, s238863
Phone:+65 6235 3294
Opening Hours: 
9am - 6pm (Mon-Fri) 
9am - 1pm (Sat) 
CLOSED (Sun & PH)

How to get there:
Arriving by MRT: 
The nearest MRT Station is Orchard MRT station, NS22. Walk 7 minutes via an air-conditioned underpass link.
Arriving by Public Bus: 
Alight at Bus Stop (09048) - Infront of Lucky Plaza 
Bus No. 7, 14, 14e, 16, 65, 111, 123 , 175, 502, 502A, 502B

REFERENCES:
http://www.thesmartlocal.com/read/10-cheapest-places-to-shop