Shanghai photo diary

Outside the clinic before I got my knee caps adjusted





New A.Wang bag ^_^

Most chilled street cleaner ever


You're not truly asian unless you have keyboard stickers



New trench






Didn't realise my hair was this two-toned



They had fragrances available: Waffles, Rain, Dirt, Orange Juice rofl



Besides having withdrawal symptoms from Facebook, Shanghai was an amazing experience. City life was bustling 24/7 and so were the bicycles, cars and scooters. If Shanghai could be described as a sound, I would say a car horn. Road rules barely exist as everyone tries to find space on the roads. One of our taxi drivers thought he was an F1 driver which was rather exhilarating.

I also got my knee caps adjusted and yes, it was as painful as it sounds. Immediately after he put them in place, my body heated up immensely which is supposed to be your chi being released. I was dizzy and couldn't see for 15 minutes. He said now my posture and skin will improve so the pain was worth it I guess.

I pretty much ate dumplings every day except for the last day- cocktails, pizza and gelato. Yum.
The shopping was average I would say. There are skyscrapers literally as far as the eye can see in a 360 degree radius. Many were shopping malls, but they had really bad local asian labels. The only good designer labels there were LV, Chanel, Prada etc, which I can't afford obviously! The markets were pretty dodge too, so I mostly spent my money in cosmetics stores, Hershey's and H&M.

I also went to the Shanghai circus which was so amazing. I can't even do a handstand so I was fully in awe of all the amazing stunts that were performed.
I'm glad to be home where people understand the English language. I've never had such a hard time ordering McDonald's in my life.

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I need your vote

(Bassike dress, fur vest, YSL rogue personnel lipstick, Beau Coop boots, Mulberry bag)

I will be back from Shanghai in 5 days, but right now I'm REALLY excited to announce that I have been chosen as a top 4 finalist in a Brisbane blogging competition! It's purely based on votes so if you had a spare second, I would really appreciate your vote! The competition runs for 8 weeks and I must post once per week. The person with the most accumulated votes on their posts win! What do I win? A freakin' press pass to Brisbane Fashion Week, an iPad 2 and a $1000 gift voucher to some of my favourite stores!!

Pleeease visit this link and click 'Vote now' under any of my posts. It will then redirect you to the Facebook page, where you must 'like' the page to register and cast your vote. Please heart ALL of my posts (there should be two right now)!

I'm currently shopping around for one amazing giveaway prize as a token of appreciation to whoever votes, so don't forget to leave a comment below telling me that you have voted. Oh and you must be a follower too. Once I get back from China I'll post more about my first giveaway!

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Flying high

(My top 4 Alexander Wang outfit picks from polyvore)

This is a scheduled post because I'm currently in the air and on my way to Shanghai, China! I think blogspot, as well as Facebook are BANNED in China so I will not be able to answer or approve any comments until I'm back on the 27th zzzzz. Btw, if anyone is selling, or know where to get this A.Wang cropped sweater, I would be so grateful!

[EDIT: I CAN briefly check and approve comments by using my Dad's VPN server yay!]

I also bought an Alexander Wang mini brenda camera bag off ebay.. it's legit and 50% off the retail price. Score! Can't wait to show you :)


PS- I'm announcing my first giveaway soon so stay tuned! (currently shopping for the prize in Shanghai)

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Boy talk

(Friedrich Gray t-shirt, Song for the Mute button up shirt, Matt Weston necklace, Vtg Giorgio Armani sunglasses, Friedrich Gray jeans, Tristan Blair 'Liberty' boots)

Mini menswear outfit post of my boyfriend for da boys. We may/may not have similar matching Tristan Blair boots... (I got mine first!)

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I have just met you and I love you

(Mac lipstick 'Chili', Amy Kaehne leather patch blazer, top from Singapore, Ksubi necklace, Ellery jersey skirt, Atseoul oxfords, Secret Weapons heel guards- lifesavers!)

Driving down the coast with my boyf to eat Max Brenner like fatties. I was just telling him how I can't wait to dress like an emo this winter (blackblackblack). I'm also glad to be wearing this blazer again. It was a size 12, and I don't know why I bought it really... I guess I liked the leather patches, but after a lot of altering, it's a size 8 :)
If you recognise that doggie plush, that's because it's 'Dug' from Up! He says- "I have just met you and I love you!" and "SQUIRREL!!" :D! I have two Dugs and they live on either side of my windshield ^_^ You're never too old for soft toys.

PS- My followers widget disappears sometimes... I don't know how to fix this :(

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Secret weapons

Ladies, it is my pleasure to introduce you to my new, favourite fashion accessories range- Secret Weapons. It's Australian owned too :) They generously sent me pretty much all of their products to review and from this, I can say that the packing and the quality of the items are impeccable.

Also, their products are actually useful. My two favourite picks are the 'Nudi Bra' because I've wanted a backless bra for ages to wear with bodysuits/low cut dresses etc., and their Heel Guards.


You know those sky blue oxfords I just bought? (Refer to like 3 posts down) Well... it was like wearing a hard, steel wire on the back of your foot. Slapped on those heel guards though and now they are wearable. The gel cushions have a good coverage area as they are very thick and long so they'll actually protect the blistered-prone part of the heel.

For my AWESOME readers, use the code 'opinion slave' at the checkout to receive 25% off ALL products until the end of the month. (They do ship internationally!)

Click here to browse their store.

PS- On a completely unrelated note, I just scored some YSL lipstick for less than $20! Win!

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Store feature: bessie head

With permission from the store owner Nat, I was able to take some photos of one of my favourite stores- Bessie Head to share with you guys. Think shades of black, mystery and edgy aesthetics. This store only stocks Australia's most cutting edge designers like Ellery, Therese Rawsthorne, Gail Sorronda, Friedrich Gray and Bassike. Their accessories range is nothing short of amazing as well stocking Deadly Ponies, Pamela Love, After the Apple and Tristan Blair to name a few. Pretty sure you can place orders through email which is a plus for anyone outside Brisbane. I have three favourite stores in Brisbane and I can't wait to show you the other two (owned by the same person!).

(C) These photos are strictly the property of opinionslave and may not be used without my permission. Just email me. Thanks!

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