Regina Chow - Singapore Fashion, Beauty, Lifestyle & Travel Blog: shopping

Complimentary Mother's Day Tea Party at Mondo Vantaggio

Thursday, May 05, 2016

Have you decided on where to take your mum this coming Mother's Day? If you're still cracking your brains as to where you could possibly go, why not take mummy dearest to Mondo Vantaggio for shopping and tea this weekend!

Located just off Orchard Road on the second level of Furama Riverfront hotel, Mondo Vantaggio is a new multi-label luxury store spanning 13,000 feet that offers designer labels at competitive prices. A welcome respite for retail therapy amidst the city bustle, you'll find over 40 high-end designer labels including Gucci, Prada, Balenciaga, Burberry, among others in the lavishly designed store. Aside from leather goods and bags, it also stocks an exclusive selection of ready-to-wear apparel and shoes.

The issue of authenticity always comes to mind when shopping for designer goods, and I love that I can shop at Mondo Vantaggio with complete peace of mind as it has a refund policy where customers can receive a full refund on returned purchases in their original condition within seven days of purchase. I have every intention to feast my eyes on the new arrivals every fortnight!

This weekend (7-8 May), in conjunction with Mother's Day, Mondo Vantaggio will be hosting a tea party for you and your mum.

Not only is it the perfect time to pamper your mum with a gift or two as there is a 30% discount store wide (lowest price guaranteed during this promotional sales period), both of you will also get to indulge in a complimentary afternoon tea session at their in-house cafe run by popular cafe, The Tiramisu Hero.

Date:
7-8 May (Saturday & Sunday)

Venue:
Mondo Vantaggio
Furama Riverfront Hotel
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Time:
2pm - 5pm

To attend this event (you can also come with your hubby or girlfriend instead!), all you have to do is to click here to RSVP on Mondo Vantaggio's Facebook Page now!

Walk-in customers who decide to pop by without RSVP will have to spend a minimum of $300 to join in the tea party.

I will be there on 7th May at 4pm, so do come by and say hi!

See you there!

Fashion: SheIn Christmas Gift Ideas

Monday, December 21, 2015

We are just days away from Christmas. Time flies, doesn't it? Have you completed your Christmas shopping yet? Well, even if you haven't, fret not, because last minute shopping, especially with retailers such as SheIn, can be just as rewarding, if not more, thanks to their Christmas sale!

In collaboration with SheIn, I have put together a Christmas gift guide comprising some of my favourite minimalist pieces from their winter collection. These classic picks are great for the upcoming festivities and also double up as wardrobe workhorses. Looking stylish while braving the cold isn't such a tall order after all, and the best part is, you know your girlfriends will thank you for it.

1. Long Coats

I have come to realize that one of the best ways to avoid looking like a dumpling during winter is to "break up" your silhouette to create curves. Hence, my first pick is this long grey coat that drops all the way down to my shins because it allows you to do just that and keep warm at the same time. If your goal is to shake up your girlfriend's wardrobe, this is the gift for her.

Link: Grey Long Sleeve Notch Lapel Coat (US$42.99)

How do you break up a silhouette beneath the coat? The easiest way to go about doing so is to pair a mini dress with thigh high boots. These turtleneck sweater dresses go perfectly with thigh high boots to accentuate your femininity.

2. Sweaters with a Twist

Sweaters are a must-have in everyone's winter wardrobe, but if the words safe and boring are not in your fashion dictionary, sweaters with an unexpected twist would be right up your alley. If your girlfriend is just like you, surprise her with a sweater with lace details just like this!

Link: Grey Long Sleeve Contrast Lace Knit Sweater (US$26.78)

3. Blanket Scarves

Blanket scarves instantly add interest to any outfit as they can be worn both as a scarf as well as a shawl. These make wonderful gifts as they are so incredibly versatile.

I wore this soft and cozy blanket fringe scarf from SheIn as a shawl over a black lapel double breasted coat to lend a rocker chic vibe to the otherwise casual ensemble.

Link: Grey UStriped Fringe Scarf (US$20)

Alternatively, you can also jazz up a classic winter jacket with the same scarf for a more elegant, polished look.

Link: Black Lapel Double Breasted Coat (US$57.51)

Inspired by these gift ideas? You might want to check out SheIn and get those fingers clicking while the Christmas sale is on!

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Wednesday, June 17, 2015

Florida's Natural Juices (Giveaway Winners)

Sunday, May 17, 2015

I have always been a loyal fan of Florida's Natural juices and my favourite is their Orange Juice with Most Pulp (Product of USA). Squeezed from Valencia oranges and not from concentrate, it is the next best alternative to having freshly squeezed juice.

Nothing else comes close, and naturally, I couldn't conceal my excitement when I had the opportunity to be a part of their latest campaign, where I got to find out more about Florida's Natural range of juices and their multiple uses through 3 challenges (hidden within the envelopes labelled A, B and C in the photo below) that were posed to me.

If you follow me on my Facebook page here, you may already have participated in my recent Florida's Natural Juices Giveaway where the winner will receive 1-month's supply of juices from Florida's Natural. I asked you to choose the sequence in which I should open the envelopes which would determine the order of the challenges that I take up.

Which sequence did I pick in the end?

Who is the winner of this giveaway?

Sorry for keeping you in suspense for so long! The winner of the giveaway will be revealed at the end of this post, but meanwhile, read on to find out more about each challenge.

Challenge B: Cooking (Orange-Sesame Noodles with Grilled Shrimp)

I started with Challenge B, a cooking challenge using Florida's Natural Orange Juice.

Yes, that's right. Orange Juice.

Before you start frowning at the idea, I have to tell you that I have tried using freshly squeezed orange juice to marinate shrimps previously. However, this was my first time using Florida's Natural Orange Juice or any juice straight out of a carton for that matter as a sauce for soba noodles and I wasn't so sure if it would taste good.

Here's the recipe if you're interested in recreating this dish:

Ingredients

1/4 cup fresh orange juice (I used the Most Pulp version)

3 tablespoons tamari

3 tablespoons peanut butter (I used organic unsalted peanut butter, but I think the sinful version would taste better)

2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil

2 teaspoons freshly grated ginger

2 teaspoons grated orange zest

1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper

10 ounce soba noodles

1 cup snow peas

1 carrot, cut into matchsticks (I used baby carrots as they're sweeter and there's no need to cut them up)

1.5 pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined (I used ready cooked frozen shrimp for convenience)

1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil

Preparation

1. Combine first 7 ingredients in a large bowl to make orange juice sauce.

2. Boil noodles according to package directions. Before draining, add snow peas and carrots to cook for 30 seconds.

3. Drain pasta, peas and carrots and toss immediately with orange juice sauce. Set aside.

4. Brush shrimp with sesame oil and grill over medium-hot stove for 3-5 minutes

5. Arrange pasta on serving plate, topped with shrimps.

And here's presenting my final dish! I was surprised that it actually tasted better than expected. It had a pleasant nutty taste accompanied by a refreshing citrus flavour. I used organic unsalted peanut butter but I have a gut feel that this would taste better with the more sinful version.

Challenge C: Flatlay (What's on my table?)

My next pick was Challenge C, which also turned out to be the easiest challenge for me as I love flatlays. I did a flatlay of my favourite beauty products, accessories (the lovely people who packed my challenge chose this gorgeous floral wreath and floral ring for me), and not forgetting Florida's Natural Ruby Red Grapefruit Juice.

Since we are on the topic of beauty, did you know that grapefruit juice promotes a healthy complexion and helps with weight loss too? It gives you more energy at the same time and decreases the risk of obesity, diabetes and heart disease too.

Now, I'm sure this gives you ample reasons to start consuming grapefruit juice! I have just started taking grapefruit juice during breakfast every morning so I always have a carton of Florida's Natural Ruby Red Grapefruit Juice in my fridge. You should try it too!

If you prefer something a little sweeter, you could give Florida's Natural Cranberry Ruby Red Juice a try. Cranberry juice acts as a sweetener and promotes urinary tract health too, which is perfect for us ladies.

Challenge A: Upcycling (Juice Carton Desk Organiser)

I wished the challenges were as easy as ABC (in that order), but the truth was, I was stumped by Challenge A. I was tasked to upcycle an empty carton of juice and in a nutshell, what this means is I had to make a useful product out of waste materials. I have to say it is a very meaningful task, but handicraft is definitely not one of my strengths.

Thankfully, with the help of my brother who loves art and craft, we managed to convert the juice carton into a desk organizer to store my girly stationery. As frivolous as my pens may look, don't you agree that they're so adorable? Looking at them brightens up my day instantly.

If you're interested in making your own desk organiser, follow the instructions below:

What you need

Empty juice carton

Craft knife

Hole punch

Preparation

1. Thoroughly wash and dry the interior and exterior of the juice carton. Use your craft knife to cut out an entire flap on the side of the carton.

2. Use your hole punch to punch several holes all over the flap that you cut out. Note that you have to use a hole punch that is able to create larger holes. The usual puncher does not work as well, so I used this hole punch that I purchased from Art Friend instead:

3. Use blu tack to stick the reverse side of the flap back onto the side of the carton.

Here's a close-up of the final product:

I had a lot of fun with these creative challenges and I certainly hope this post has given you a better idea of what you can do with your Florida's Natural juices.

And now's the time for the big reveal.

Did you guess the sequence of my challenges correctly?

For those of you who guessed BCA, you could very well be my giveaway winner!

Giveaway Winner Announcement

There are two winners for this giveaway and they will each walk away with 1-month worth of Florida's Natural Juices.

The winners are:

1) Serene Tay

2) Tan Bee Leng

Please drop me an email at regina.chow@gmail.com. Florida's Natural will get in touch with you directly to make the necessary arrangements.

Thank you once again for participating in this giveaway. I took a while to sieve through all the comments as there were more than 100 responses!

Missed this giveaway? I'll be holding giveaways regularly, so do follow me on Facebook here for more updates!

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Friday, May 15, 2015

Celebrating Mother's Day with Noelgifts

Thursday, April 30, 2015

Mother's Day is just around the corner, and there would be no better way to celebrate this special day with your mum than to pamper her with a thoughtful gift, isn't it?

If you're wondering what to get for your mum this Mother's Day, you might just find the perfect gift at Noelgifts.

Importance of Gifting & Celebrating Mother's Day

My mum and I may be poles apart in terms of personality and character, but our love for each other (and our common love for shopping!) transcends all boundaries and binds us together.

Life hasn't been a bed of roses for her as she strives to juggle both work and family, often taking it upon herself and staying up late to complete her household responsibilities despite having to work the next day. Nonetheless, she has always been a fighter even in the face of challenges. She is our pillar of strength and she alone has kept the family together in hard times and adversity. That is why I always make it a point to celebrate Mother's Day with my mum and family to express our gratitude and appreciation for the most special woman in our lives.

A cozy celebration at our favourite restaurant is never complete without a surprise gift at the end of the meal. To be able to put a smile on my mum's face and see her eyes light up when she receives a gift she adores truly warms my heart and every year, I crack my brains thinking about what would make a good gift.

Why Noelgifts?

I was pleasantly surprised by Noelgifts' plethora of gift options for Mother's Day. This year, they have gone one step further by bundling their gorgeous floral bouquets with practical gifts ranging from spa treats, hand creams, perfumes, cakes, organic tea, nourishing tonics to even jewellery!

There's something for every mum, whatever tickles her fancy.

Thanks to Noelgifts, I can now spring a surprise on my mum this Mother's Day with the click of a button, regardless of where I may be.

This is such an ingenious idea as it makes gift shopping not only thoughtful, but quick, convenient and absolutely fuss-free too!

Which gift am I picking for my mum?

My mum has a soft spot for jewellery, clothes and hand creams. As I just bought her a necklace for her birthday recently, I figured the Playful Elegance Gift Set which comes with a lovely bouquet accompanied by Crabtree & Evelyn's Pear and Pink Magnolia hand cream (100ml) and bath gel (250ml) would be a good gift for her this Mother's Day. My mum has been advocating the use of hand creams since I was in my teens and thanks to her golden words of wisdom, my hands have gotten smoother and softer over the years.

I'm sure the flowers in this gift set would perk up her day at the office, plus she can easily pop this handy hand cream into her handbag and keep her hands hydrated throughout the day!

Here's wishing my dear mum and all mothers a Happy Mother's Day in advance!

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Fashion Fridays: Cocomi - Luxury Watch Online Retailer (Giveaway at the end!)

Friday, March 20, 2015

The evolution of the retail industry to online shopping cannot be ignored, and Cocomi.com, a newly launched online retailer specializing in premium luxury watches knows just that.

Founded by the Nobreeze Group who also brought in the hugely popular jewellery brand Pandora and other brands such as Cath Kidston and Bering, just to name a few, you can shop with peace of mind at Cocomi.com as what you see is what you get.

I invited Karen along with me to the media launch of Cocomi.com, which gave us a sneak peek into the world-class brands offered, including Aigner, Ballast, Bering, Casio, CCCP, Cognito, Daniel Wellington, DuFa, James McCabe, Morgan, Pebble and Thomas Earnshaw, among others.

Here's how Cocomi.com differentiates itself from other watch e-retailers:

100% Genuine Watches
Free Shipping in Singapore (within 3-5 working days)
30-day Return Policy
Safe & Secure Payment
One-Stop Service Centre

I was pleasantly surprised to find out that Cocomi.com has a one-stop service centre to provide after service care for all your needs. My wrist is tiny and one of the reasons why I hardly buy watches online is because of the hassle of having to get my watch strap adjusted by another watch retailer at their physical store. Thanks to Cocomi.com's service centre, I can finally cast my worries aside.

To provide you with an exclusive shopping experience, Cocomi.com has also secured exclusive rights to market brands such as Ballast, DuFa and James McCabe.

I placed my first order on Cocomi.com recently to put their service to the test and I am happy to report that they delivered what was promised. I received my Bering watch in less than 5 working days in pristine condition!

*GIVEAWAY*

To thank all my lovely readers for your support over the years, I will be giving away this gorgeous Bering watch worth S$299 to one lucky reader!