Winter Pastels

Hello readers!

A trend that's peaking right now: pastels.

It's really hard to corporate pastels during winter as such pieces usually comes out in lightweight materials. I've been lusting over pastels that I had to force it in my outfit even if it's the middle of winter in Australia.

Okay, so I'm not drowning in pastels but that's the thing pastels aren't meant to be hardcore. Subtlety is the beauty of it. 

I played around with textures carefully, a bit of here and there while keeping the colour uniform.

I'd like to take this moment to apologise about my super creased shorts. The reality is I'm not a model. I don't have assistants who will iron my shorts just before the shoot *sob.

[ Earrings, necklace and ring -  Lovisa | Sequinned asymmetrical knit, white purse and scalloped shorts - SES Fashion |
White collar tip chiffon top - @Topshop | Hot pink skinny belt - Jay Jays | Nude cut out wedges - Therapy ]
Fun fact: I'm wearing nude stockings. Ladder resistant = amazing!

What do you think about my look? :)

Also my editing skills? Good enough or..? I worked really hard, that's gotta give me brownie points right?

Credits to Reghimself for the photos ^^

xx

Belated

Huwwo readers!

Excited I'm back? Me too =]

I'm been M.I.A in the blogging world because of the real world. I was having too much fun out and about with some good company. I've also been working quite lately, making it rain really ;)

Anyway, Reghimself's mum gave us a voucher of free lunch for two at Four Points by Sheraton Sydney's restaurant Corn Exhange. It was meant to be for his birthday but we couldn't make the time for it.

This is my first time dining in at Four Points but it's not my first being there. I did a week of work placement back in 2009 for my Hospitality class. I must say it was the best unpaid work experience by far. My duty was more on the front of house - polishing cutlery and glass, setting up A la Carte on the tables, clearing up plates. They were nice enough to show me some other things like being at the bar - made a couple of alcoholic/non-alcoholic drinks and room service. Oh vague memories.

I manage to snap some of the food that was served on the buffet. Luckily enough we were the first one to arrive.

LOL. So Asian of me to add rice in my plate right?

Beer and a bottle of house wine: FREE.
Although they didn't refill our water glasses :(

Walked around the QVB.

Lighting was immaculate at the escalators that we went twice just to get a photo.

Behind the scenes:

Hair update: After 12 days it's not as bright. Go self healing hair!

Can you guess who took the photo? hehe.

Stay tuned for my outfit post!

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Pavilion and Star Bar

My OOTN :]

Self timer at Central Station
Check out my make-shift puffed sleeves :P

Just a chilled night out with two of my girls at the city to celebrate Jess finishing her first year of Uni wooo! And if you're wondering why I'm dressed "mature" (lol) I'm not sure either, I felt like it at the time.   Jess pointed out that she's seen my necklace worn by a model which made my smile from ear to ear :]

Anyone know which one she's referring to? :P

with Regie
(* photo of J. Wagner)

with Jess
(* photo of J. Wagner)

We spent our night in two bars (Pavilion and Star Bar) drinking and talking despise the loud music. We did a little dancing but that wasn't the point of the night lol. I thought Star Bar's interior was ze bomb! You'll feel like you're in space hence the "Star Wars" inspired design. The Pavilion Bar  had cheaper drinks though.

Taken on Regie's iPhone LOL

I found Star Bar's bathroom so trippy :]

Midori & pineapple juice; Vodka & Redbull; Alize & lemonade; $5 cocktail of the night (I didn't catch the name)
(* photos of R. Soriano)

These 3 guys (below) approached us at the end of the night. I found them so funny, especially the Japanese guys - they are so animated! :P They said they came in Australia 2 weeks ago and their Chinese mate is showing them around.

I taught them the English alphabet yay ^^ They still need to work on the accent though hehe.

Japanese #1: Kuzo Naka
(* photo of R. Soriano)

Japanese #2: Shige
(* photo of R. Soriano)

Chinese guy: Theo
(* photo of R. Soriano)

Fine Dining

Reghimself and I were invited (by our friend, Mary Pham) to dine at a training restaurant called The Apprentice located at Ultimo. Similar to where I study, both the waiters/waitresses and chefs are students who are training to provide a fine dining service.

We arrived quite late due to the heavy rain causing delays to the train. Since we are so skilled at eating we caught up with the crowd :]

Here's some snaps!

 Reghimself's appetiser: Grilled Salmon Pressed Sushi

My appetiser: Caprese Custard
[Caprese (kap-ray-zee) salad is a classic Italian appetiser. Salad of freshly sliced tomatoes interleaved with slices of mozzarella, torn basil leaves and dressed in olive oil]

The maitre D' and also our waitperson for the night.

Pretty pleased with his orders haha

Table #5: trying out some Pinot Noir!

Well done Mary ^^

My entree: Fried Stuffed Mushrooms with Creamy Spinach
It was yummy as! Definitely my fave dish for the night!

Reghimself's entree: Spiced Chicken and Lentil Salad

My main course: Pork Chops with Carrot and Parsnip Puree and Cider Sauce

Reghimself's main course: Greek Style Lamb Rack with Grilled Polenta and Zucchini

Pour me another glass of water please :D

My Dessert: Green Tea Mille Crepe with Fruits

Reghimself's dessert: Goat's Cheese Cake with Raspberry Glaze
I'm a fan of goat's cheese now!

Some deets! We only had to pay $30 all together ($15 p/h)! Our first drinks which was the wine were free ^^
Really great deal! 

We headed to the station right away only to find out that our train will be delayed to another hour! We took more photos around the station but didn't go far cos everywhere was wet -.-

Look! No hands!

I ended up sleeping on his shoulders the whole trip back (with a little drool here and there.. haha).

Thanks for reading!