Laelia

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25% OFF EVERYTHING?

Yes! From 20-26th Nov, Starbucks is giving 25% off everything from their stores in Singapore! Besides that, their latest collaboration with The Paper Bunny was really much more affordable and makes a great Christmas gift for your loved ones!

Comes in 3 colours – Dark Green, Light Pink & Light Grey

Tried my luck at ION Orchard & left with pink base with blue series 🥺

Retail price: $32.90

After discount: $24.67

Thoughts on this bag?

– Recommend to put a lighter and smaller bottle so it won’t look too bulky

– and it’s suitable for walking dog/gym/work out outfits or lazy days imo!

Remember to show them the 2nd poster when you’re making payment! Happy shopping 🛒

hey zesties!

it’s been a while since i’ve shared my skincare routine – it has definitely changed a lot since the last time i talked about it here and i wanted to highlight some of my new favourites and what has remained as well!

i personally have sensitive skin which is on the dry side, so i’m always cautious about testing new products on my skin and i like to ensure that there are no potential irritants such as fragrance or essential oils in most of my products if possible!

✨ beauty of joseon green plum face wash

i’ve been using this for a very long time now and have no plans to change it since it works so well for me! it foams up and cleanses my face of most impurities while leaving it feeling clean and smooth. it’s very gentle and does not stripped my skin at all!

☁️ dermalogica ultracalming mist

this product really helps to hydrate my skin and soothe it from any redness that’s present – i spray this 2-3 times all over in the mornings and evenings and i love how refreshing it feels on my skin!

⭐ la roche posay toleriane sensitive fluide

i have been using this for many years and it used to be the only thing i used apart from SPF and facial wash when i was younger – i just love the light consistency of this product and how hydrating it is for my dry skin! it also gets absorbed really quickly into my skin.

🤍 dermalogica stabilising repair cream

this is the latest addition to my routine since it’s a newly launched product and i love that this locks in all the moisture from the other products i use while also containing ingredients that help to build up my skin’s barrier! since using this, i did an in-depth review on this recently 🙂

🔆 beauty of joseon rice + probiotics sunscreen

i think all of you know by now that this is one of my long-time favourite products which i’ve repurchased at least 4 times by now! it has no fragrance, has a super moisturising formula and leaves no white cast on my skin, making it a great makeup base! i don’t think i will be swopping this out anytime soon unless i’m testing out new products!

❕bioderma micellar water (pink cap)

my mum and i always get this product to share and it’s also something i’ve been using forever! it’s really effective in removing my makeup gently without leaving my skin feeling stripped or dry. i think any micellar water works but this is the brand my mum and i prefer!

i’d love to know if you’ve tried any of these products as well as your thoughts on them!

XVXII is an underrated local jewelry brand that provides more option and versatility to your accessory game! Located in the heart of Haji Lane, this shop is where you will find hidden gems!

🌟 Quality Meets Affordability Meets Versatility 🌟

Honestly the price here is just simply affordable, and the range you are able to choose from is pretty diverse. Most of their jewellery starts around the $30 range with the option to customise for some designs. 💎✨

The brand offers interchangeable charms for $6 each, so I decided to get two charms to add on my ankle bracelet! Ain't it cute? 💕🫶🏻

They have something for everyone – from dainty pieces to edgier ones, and they even cater to men's accessories. The best part? Their jewelry is tarnish-free and waterproof, so you can wear it all day, every day. No more worrying about rust or color fading. And, it's suitable for sensitive skin!

Visit the XVXII Store or Shop Online

🛍 @XVXII

Monday – Closed

Tuesday – 12pm till 7:30pm

Wednesday till Sunday – 12pm till 8:30pm

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hallo everybadi 🫧

I just got back from my two week trip from Osaka -> Seoul and while I’m going through my photos I just had to share with you guys this beautiful shop that helped me saved quite a bit of money while still hitting my cravings!

SSADA GIMBAP! this small restaurant sells foods for almost under $10 and it is WORTH EVERY PENNY!! I went to the one in Myeong Dong as I was staying there and i kid you not, i went there for lunch and for my late night snack runs! They have a lot of shops around Seoul so do your research to find one closest to your hotel!

This shop is opened 24/7 take aways only but you are able to sit in during opening hours!

They have English, Mandarin and Japanese menus as well as order forms for you to use to give to the ahjumma at the cashier! (i didnt take any photos of that cause i was hungry sorry!)

if you’re thinking of going to Seoul and is worried about food budgets, do drop by Ssada Gimbap!

super duper worth and so delicious!

Rating /⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐: 10/5 🤌🏽✨

DOLCE&GABANNA BEAUTY MASTERGLASS presents Devotion Eau de Parfum

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#GirlTalk time🚨

yes, i got “cheated on” by my ex after being with him for nearly 5 years….

TLDR bc the actual story is SOOO LONG – so what happened was… one day, i introduced him to one of my distant friends/ acquaintance. he met her a few times since, and later told me he kinda had a crush on her.🤮

some will not call it cheating, but for me it felt like that bc he was always thinking about her, he remembers the outfits she wore, and he would sometimes stalk her with MY PHONE (but ok that’s a while other story). so anyway, i broke up with him after this whole incident.

oh the MESS lemme tell ya… the eMot1oNal tRauMa😵🤢 #emotionalhealth #trauma

either way, it was a hell like 6 months for me trying to get over things and move on… i lost so much weight, i constantly cried, and i almost had an identity loss 😮‍💨 #breakups

i am so glad though, that everything is over now. i know it’s cliche and i used to not believe in this but – time really heals. #healing trust the process and let time do its wonders ✨ and for whoever that needs to hear this out there – you’re really not alone. don’t forget to love yourself a little more and take yourself out on cute lil dates 💗

We have been married for 12 years and moved 8 times. The decade has been some sort of madness, at least to me.

Last year, in 2022, we saw this place on a random Friday in April. We had a second viewing with all 3 kids along with my parents on a Sunday. I started marketing my place on Monday, sold my place 6 days, on a Wednesday and bought this place on the same day. Yea, that is pretty much the timeline, sale and purchase offers and OTPs sorted within the week. This is also pretty much how this family rolls for major decisions.

We got the keys to this place on 1 September 2022 and started renovation the next day. The place was in original condition and we did almost everything. Mister E decided that we should focus extra effort on transformation for two areas for our place- the kitchen and the master bath.

We have moved in for nearly 9 months, and I have finally gotten time to journal the whole renovation/move-in journey. So here we go,