2017-10-13 04:54
Some of my fondest memories during my teenage years were visiting garage sales with my folks. We would leave no stone unturned to discover random bargains that we couldn’t le… Read More
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Cecylia believes that â€every day is worth dressing up for“. The blog showcases her personal adaptations of the latest designer trends fused with her abundant vintage finds.
2017-09-27 20:28
Remember how I told you that I lost my wallet the other day? Well the very next day I nearly lost something even more valuable! My Wedding rings! That’s right, just when I didn’t… Read More
2017-09-24 20:38
Put your hand up if you too, hibernate a bit in winter. In the past 3 months my schedule has been kids, work, BSF, friends, and repeat. My kids sleep early and hubby works late, so it’… Read More
2017-09-22 01:35
If you have ever lost something valuable and wondered if you would ever get it back, read on.
Last week, I lost my wallet.
The crazy thing is that I had absolutely no recollection of h… Read More
2017-06-28 05:42
Setting foot into the uber stylish destination that is Grace Melbourne brought back distant memories of my former life as a boutique owner. Back then, customer orders, colour-ways and commu… Read More
2017-05-22 06:04
After spending over 3 weeks in the tropics (translate: summer in Singapore and Taiwan), my skin felt a little shell-shocked when I returned to the damp and chilly weather that Melbourne… Read More
2017-05-14 20:08
Lately I encountered something so illogical and unnatural that it baffled, challenged, but in the end delighted me.
I’m talking about parenting. According to many parent… Read More
2017-05-10 20:19
Long time readers of my blog would know that I’m a big FEATHERS fan. One of my first mini skirts was a FEATHERS number. It was cut so well, it actually belonged to my mom before I… Read More
2017-05-07 20:50
You will never guess the label of this dress! Let me give you a clue: it’s cashmere, and I’m wearing it in autumn.
*Drum roll*
Yes you guessed it! It’s Autumn Cashmere!
I s… Read More
2017-05-02 20:54
Recently I have been busy. I’ve been Kondo-ing. Not only has this been a surprisingly enjoyable and of course, cathartic experience, it has freed up so much closet space that I ca… Read More
2017-05-01 11:45
I wore this vintage Italian Ken-Done-esque frock that I scored from the local opshop to Estelle Michaelides’ come-back show yesterday. As I stood to watch Estelle showcase the exquisit… Read More
2017-04-27 04:51
Recently I was litening to a few interviews with Gretchen Rubin and 2 things she said really stuck out.
“I don’t eat sugar.” She is so disciplined! She won’t even hav… Read More
2017-04-27 04:38
I’ve had the good fortune of eating my way through many cities, countries and continents, but it wasn’t until I went to Taipei that I discovered that the Taiwanese are… Read More
2017-04-27 04:38
I’ve had the good fortune of eating my way through many cities, countries and continents, but it wasn’t until I went to Taipei that I discovered that the Taiwanese are… Read More
2017-04-20 21:21
In Singapore, every friend I met up with taught me something valuable about life. Whether it was something they said, the way they lived, or the advice they gave, I am so thankful… Read More
2017-04-15 21:21
Now here’s a blast from the past! You could say that I was like a deer in headlights when I stumbled across these photos… pun intended. They were taken a year ago at a property… Read More
2017-04-03 03:17
Even though I’ve been to Singapore multiple times this is the first time I’ve had to factor the kids into the equation. And as you can imagine, they are a big variable. So the qu… Read More
2017-03-30 08:12
As you may have seen via Instagram, I’m currently vacationing in Singapore. It’s our first international family holiday and our first time taking both the kids overseas. Call me… Read More
2017-03-24 04:05
As a vet, I often tell clients that pets “add years to their lives and lives to their years“. Of course, I speak from personal experience.
We got Theodore 8 and a half years ago… Read More
2017-03-12 21:01
Yesterday I served this Oreo Baklava at a luncheon. Now before you jump your guns and ask “But…Why? Why ‘waste’ 2 perfectly good packets of Oreos?” Allow… Read More
2017-03-09 20:11
I saw the coolest tissue box holder at a friend’s house the other day. In fact, upon closer inspection, it was not even a tissue box holder, it was a Japanese print hankie!
Get a small… Read More
2017-03-07 20:38
Cancer Council Striped Fine Fedora Hat // Vintage Top, Bag & Scarf // DIY’d Earrings & Denim // Habbot Heels
I bet you’ve heard of the famous “Slip-Slop-Sla… Read More
2017-03-05 20:52
I never ever considered blogging about food or recipes, but when my good friend Jess (What Would Karl Do fame) came over last week and tried this cake, she made me promise that I’d sha… Read More
2017-02-13 22:14
I’m absolutely stoked that I get to share my latest epiphany with you on Valentine’s Day (hence the red dress), and soon you’ll see why.
It was exactly a yea… Read More
2017-01-29 20:51
Over the weekend, Lancôme sent me one of their L’Absolu Rouge lippies. I was going to go in store to try some hues and find my colour, but one of their makeup consultants simply… Read More
2017-01-24 20:08
After visiting Our Little Caravan: The Collective Store and Inchmeal cafe last week, I wish I lived in Notting Hill! The matcha lattes alone are enough to draw me back, no… Read More
2017-01-20 20:37
My mom has a knack of finding the most incredible vintage decor. Take this magnificent tapestry for instance. Gazing upon it, I’m instantly transported to a museum somewhere in Eu… Read More
2017-01-13 20:16
You may have gathered from reading my blog that I’m not the conventional type. I don’t like conformity and always try to think outside the box. That’s why I shop at op-shop… Read More
2017-01-08 20:37
Half way into last year, I shed my Invisalign braces! Remember how I blogged about them [HERE]? Yes it was a milestone. No longer did I need to excuse myself at meal times looking like someo… Read More
2017-01-04 20:22
I was thrilled to read that Pantone has announced their colour of 2017 to be Greenery. The WGSN report described the hue as a”yellow green shade that evokes the first days of spri… Read More
2017-01-01 20:36
You know something’s changed when instead of coveting Bally, Balenciaga or Burberry, you’re perfectly happy to receive baking tools for Christmas. *Insert lau… Read More
2016-12-21 20:51
I mentioned in [THIS POST] that I have a new BFF – the good folks at ghd gave me an early Christmas present- the ghd V Copper Styler! Turns out that everyone I know who has a ghd have… Read More
2016-12-18 20:03
Even though I’m fluent in Chinese, a friend shocked me yesterday by pointing out something so obvious that it completely escaped my notice! Did you know that the Chinese character for… Read More
2016-12-14 09:50
Can you tell that I’m a wee bit excited about my new ghd V Copper Styler?! I’ve never owned a ghd before but boy am I smitten!
It’s not the first time ghd has contacted me… Read More
2016-12-04 22:41
Every time I’ve had the pleasure of attending an event at the Park Hyatt Melbourne, whether it be a weekend retreat, high tea, jazz night, millinery couture evening, oysters &&helli…Read More
2016-12-01 20:57
I mention in [THIS POST] that I recently hosted our son’s 3rd birthday party. It was another one of our ‘low-Kee*’ backyard bashes. It seemed liked the sensible thing to do… Read More
2016-11-28 01:15
Sorry folks for my absence as of late, but I do have a few good excuses. Hear me out. Since we last spoke, I have…
Discovered the sweetest little collective store/cafe in t… Read More
2016-11-13 21:06
Never in my wildest dream did I think I’d ever enter the ‘mommy blogosphere’. But it beckoned me. Last Friday, I had the privileged to attend ‘Bloggers Brunch‘… Read More
2016-11-10 21:36
It was exactly 3 years ago that I last attended Taste of Melbourne, the World’s Greatest Restaurant Festival. I have super fond memories from that night not only because I was wowed o… Read More
2016-11-03 20:50
This is the last couple of photos taken at the magnificent Bayside mansion from Unique Estates. I’ve never visited a residence that can boast a marbled roof top bar, a … Read More
2016-10-31 20:12
If you were a little intrigued (let’s face it, who wouldn’t be with that print!) by my CHORUS Hashtag shirt in [THIS POST], then rejoice and read on.
Why is the print named… Read More
2016-10-26 20:33
It’s not every day that I get to frolic around in a magnificent residence where the Master ensuite is fitted with a Carrarra Italian egg bath. A stunning bathroom required an… Read More
2016-10-23 20:03
You’d think that having a mother who’s an exceptional cook would mean that her daughter would somehow inherit her noteworthy culinary skills. Not I. I am more gifted at eating th… Read More
2016-10-19 20:35
Do you remember that scene in Beauty & The Beast when Beast surprises Belle with his library? Bookworm Belle is overcome with awe and bewilderment at sight. He then gifts it to his belo… Read More
2016-10-16 20:26
Yesterday I had the utmost privilege to do a photoshoot in a four storey mansion in Brighton. Probably one of the most luxurious residences I’ve ever set foot in… Read More
2016-10-11 22:39
Just the other day I couldn’t decide between stripes or spots. I know, definitely a first world problem. My indecisiveness even translated into my daughter’s outfit,&n&helli…Read More
2016-10-06 21:00
A recent trip to the picturesque Greek islands and the Amalfi Coast is what inspired Thurley’s latest Resort 16 collection “Aegean Dreaming”. Designer Helen O&rsq&hell…Read More
2016-09-25 20:29
How was your weekend lovelies?
As promised, here are the stylish shenanigans captured from Saturday morning’s Spring Racing Brunch hosted at the Como Mansion. Whilst guests savored th… Read More
2016-09-22 21:34
Here’s a cute Flatlay Friday post for you :)
Giddy up peeps! I’m excited to head to an exciting Melbourne Cup Spring Racing Brunch tomorrow. Hosted by the National… Read More
2016-09-18 21:47
I have a confession. I’m often on my phone when nursing. If Olympia is awake, I sing to her, but when she’s off on a ‘milk coma’, and a book is not wi… Read More
2016-09-14 21:39
Someone finally emerged from their motherhood cave and attended their first fashion event in what felt like eons…
Yesterday, MIMCO hosted a stunning brunch event to launch their… Read More
2016-09-11 21:40
After all the talk about decluttering and downsizing my wardrobe (if you have no idea what I’m on about, check out my last post featuring my interview with Dr Declutter, Carol Mar… Read More
2016-08-31 21:30
For those in the know, you may be aware that the annual Garage Sale Trail is coming up soon on Saturday Oct 22nd. Not only is it a great way to earn some extra cash or discove… Read More
2016-08-28 21:11
Since coming out of confinement, I’ve been trying to get Olympia onto a good feeding and sleeping routine. I didn’t embrace routine with my first child because a) I foolishly th… Read More
2016-08-24 21:47
Recently Winston has been dropping a it of things- toys, food, cutlery, my things… He would then say: “I’m always dropping things.”
I’ve very conscious about l… Read More
2016-08-17 21:34
As you know, I’ve been beyond blessed to have had my Mom stay with me for over a month since the birth of Olympia. Mom has been our cook, cleaner, gardener and au pair. Oh, and she fo… Read More
2016-08-14 22:51
Yesterday I finally came out of ‘Confinement’! For someone who thrives on being busy and social, it hasn’t been easy to live like a pajama-clad hermit for 30 days.
This mo… Read More
2016-08-07 20:50
Over a year ago I broke my phone. For those who know me well, this comes as no surprise to you, because I suffer from a serious case of butter fingers, and many phones have perished at my ha… Read More
2016-07-31 20:41
Please forgive my absence on the blog for the past week or so, but I’ve been thoroughly enjoying being pampered during ‘Confinement Month’ and bonding with Olympia. To… Read More
2016-07-19 20:32
The last time I wore this cape was about a year ago, have a squiz at how I styled it [HERE]. Every time I see it, it reminds me of Sherlock Holmes, but sans the cap. When we took these… Read More
2016-07-13 21:01
Before we found out the gender of our first child, we had 2 lists of names. Of course, the girl’s list was much longer. It seems as though both girl’s clothes and names are … Read More
2016-07-10 21:00
For obvious reason, I rarely run these days. But many moons ago, on this very rare occasion, I went for a jog. The sky was completely blanketed by grey clouds. A storm was approaching… Read More
2016-07-06 20:56
Recently, I experienced a loss like no other.
It was devastating. I’d never experienced anything more dreadful, sad, shocking. Not only was it a terrible way to lose somethin… Read More
2016-07-03 21:30
I took on my own challenge from this post to find yet another non-maternity outfit from my closet. Once again, a vintage number with an elasticized waist came to my rescue.
In order to empha… Read More
2016-06-29 21:23
Ever since I posted a picture of this ravishing velvet ribbon cum pearl choker from Moda Operandi, I’ve been searching high and low at home for materials to create a similar… Read More
2016-06-26 20:22
The ‘Celina‘ dress from Soon Maternity should win the prize for ‘Most Versatile Pregnancy Dress”. It’s been the most popular and one of the longest-running sty… Read More
2016-06-22 20:26
Hubby and I just celebrated our 9th ‘Proposal Date’ anniversary this week. It’s hard to believe that we have been blessed with a total of 13 years of dating and domestic bl… Read More
2016-06-19 20:40
With only a month to go until Bub#2 comes into the world, I was beyond surprised to find another non-maternity dress from my closet. I last wore this frothy chiffon Witchery concoc… Read More
2016-06-15 20:41
Just when I thought I found my favourite frock from Soon Maternity, “Valentina” rears its beautiful head. A chic LBD that accommodates a growing belly but will eq… Read More
2016-06-13 20:41
The Gigi stretch lace dress is probably my favourite from Soon Maternity. Described as a special occasion dress, I thought it’d be a shame not to wear it on other occasions also. After… Read More
2016-06-08 20:37
You may recall that during my first pregnancy, I had the privilege of working with Soon Maternity to feature a series of their figure-flattering maternity dresses. This time round, I didn&rs&hell…Read More
2016-06-05 21:38
My mother has a pair of the most exquisite and shapely brows I’ve ever seen. Sadly, I didn’t inherit them. Mine are more like a pair of very hungry caterpillars that won’t… Read More
2016-06-01 20:04
If this dress was an opportunity dress, then this one is the ‘second chance’ dress.
I first saw this brand new vintage Jeff Bade frock months ago in an opshop. Thinking tha… Read More
2016-05-29 21:28
“Oh my! I love your earrings!” exclaimed a lady I met at a friend’s wedding recently. “Is this what you do for a living?” I was flattered, but explained th… Read More
2016-05-25 20:34
Lately, many have wanted to know how I’ve managed to stay “so small” during my second pregnancy. I must admit, I too, am pleasantly surprised.
The irony is that one r… Read More
2016-05-22 21:04
In the first few years of my son’s life, I spent a lot of time kneeling beside his bed. Every night, he was reluctant to visit the Land of Nod, so I’d spend hours reading bo… Read More
2016-05-17 21:06
A little while ago I had an opportunity to visit UNIQLO. I call it an ‘opportunity’ because my busy schedule doesn’t give me much time to go shopping. But one day, I met my… Read More
2016-05-15 20:25
If I got a dollar every time someone made a compliment about this dress, it would be free after 20 people. Yes, I found this vintage number at an op-shop exactly a month before my cousi… Read More
2016-05-11 21:16
This day marks the beginning of a new chapter. It sounds rather dramatic but it really is a poignant day of my life. This is my son’s very first day at Childcare. This is the firs… Read More
2016-05-09 20:32
Happy Belated Mother’s Day lovelies! I hope that you had a gorgeous weekend celebrating with your loved ones! I almost forgot to dedicate a post for Mother’s Day until I rec… Read More
2016-05-04 21:56
There’s been a profound change in my relationship with my son in the last couple of months. Turns out that the 5 months of blogging sabbatical has served another pu… Read More
2016-05-01 21:28
I can’t remember that last time I had a full night’s rest. Circa November 2013, before Winston was born? Ever since then, waking up 1-5 times a night has become the norm for the… Read More
2016-04-27 20:08
Everyone warned me that pregnancy second time round guarantees a bigger bump. Already a little self-conscious about my pre-existing belly (the plus-sized progeny of sleep deprivati… Read More
2016-04-25 21:25
As I alluded on Instagram [HERE], it was my 2 year old son who informed me that he was going to have a baby sister.A week before I found out that I was pregnant, Winston repeatedly pointed t… Read More
2016-04-24 21:28
I can’t remember that last time I had a full night’s rest. Circa November 2013, before Winston was born? Ever since then, waking up 1-5 times a night has become the norm for the… Read More
2016-04-17 21:11
I ask myself that question every day. I have missed you. So so so much. It’s been over 5 months since we last spoke. If my memory serves me correctly, back then, I actually made a rene… Read More
2015-12-01 20:41
When I was op shop shopping in Gold Coast, a lady asked me whether I was a ‘silver or gold person’. To her astonishment, I replied “Neither. I’m a colour person.&rsqu&hell…Read More
2015-11-29 20:35
I wore this lace shirt a fair bit overseas. When my Singaporean auntie saw it, she was trés excited. The lace sleeves remind her of the kebaya, the traditional embroidered blouse… Read More
2015-11-24 20:20
I caught up with a friend yesterday who I’ve not seen for a while. Knowing about my recent struggles about whether or not to continue blogging, she said this. “One day when… Read More
2015-11-22 20:23
It feels like I’ve not blogged for a lifetime. Ok, it’s only been a solid 3 weeks since my last post but it seems like an eternity had passed. I guess a lot has happened since we… Read More
2015-10-29 20:45
It’s almost inconceivable that Chadstone has not been the home of an Alice McCall store until today. Hooray! The opening of the gorgeous boutique, smack bang in the midd… Read More
2015-10-28 21:14
Thiery Lazry Sunglassess // Vintage Sacrf, Jacket & Dress // Maison Martin Margiela Boots
Just the other day, during her dog’s annual checkup, a client relayed to me her pass… Read More
2015-10-25 20:41
Vintage Dress & Bag // MRP Customized Cap // Mimco Trainers
I mentioned in the previous post that to ‘cap it off”, there was a baseball cap customization station at the… Read More
2015-10-22 21:46
Remember the days when every second of my blog post was an Event? “If I got a dollar for each missed event or opportunity, I’d be rich (and be able to afford this)!” I rece… Read More
2015-10-20 20:03
The last time I donned this silk Vanessa Bruno frock was for a friend’s wedding. I was a lot slimmer back then so it pains me to look at my old photos and reminisce abou… Read More
2015-10-18 20:53
I’m not sure if you’ve noticed this too but there’s been a bit of an emphasis on watches lately. Smart or mechanical, it seems that watches are de rigeur at the m… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
“If we have a baby then you’ll only love me half as much.” Hubby once […] Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
I really should have told you this story 5 years ago when I started the […] Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
A few weeks ago I had the opportunity to attend the Chadstone AW14 Runway showcase. A […] Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
Coco Chanel once said “Luxury must be comfortable, otherwise it is not luxury.” The older […] Read More
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