Curvy Couture Roadshow 2015

Hey ladies!! A good time for me to post some updates on the recent exciting happenings I had in Melbourne! Yeap, I have been so blessed to be able to attend to Curvy Couture Roadshow held in Melbourne! My girlfriends started planning for this trip and the next you know, the day has arrived!!!!

Before I start on talking about the fashion show held in a prime location where most girls across Australia can be able to visit, I must say we had a very enjoyable time in Melbourne! We are so thankful with the bessings we have received from God and that everything was smooth sailing! Thank you God for the wonderful experience! Thank you Melbourne for being such an awesome place to be in!

Now back to the show...

We were a little worried on what to expect when 4 Asians were seated on the 1st row to view the showcase. But what surprised us much was that many walked up to us and introduced themselves to us and were extremely friendly towards us. I loved that ALL of them had heard about Singapore and some bloggers came up to me and told me that they remember and know KAYLENE for they were also in FFFWeek 2013 or they follow the indie designers across the globe. That definitely has put a smile on my face as it clearly showed that the hardwork we had put in KAYLENE has paid off. Many commented on the dress I wore and how much it flattered on my body. My smile was wide when I proudly told them it was from my recent New Year Collection. Yeap, I was proud of my designs...

As for the showcase, there were a couple of very very very good designers who showcased their work in this event. A total of 18 brands which includes my dear friends like Seraphim, Pho Sizzle and acquaintance Huudaverti when we met in USA. These ladies rock the stage with signature pieces which spoke truly of their style and character. 

Phosizzle Thread

 

 

isnt Jac a lovely sweetheart?

Seraphim

(all images are taken from Curvy Couture Fanpage. For more images and info of the event, kindly go to www.facebook.com/curvycoutureroadshow)

One of my favourite other than my girlies showcase is none other than Meri by Design. Their designs were clean and sharp with the pieces that has superb workmanship and tailoring per design is to the T. I love their work so much! A pity I couldnt visit their store in Sydney but I told myself, oneday I will find a chance to visit their store and grab a couple of items. I did manage to get something from them though, it was a very pretty leather bracelet. It amazes me on how much they can do and have done selling not just apparels but also acessories like necklaces and rings to sunny shades and handbags. I do not have much info about this company yet, but from the way I see, they must be pretty big in Australia! 

(all images are taken from Curvy Couture Fanpage. For more images and info of the event, kindly go to www.facebook.com/curvycoutureroadshow)

The icing of the cake was definitely being able to meet Tess Holliday in person when she graced the event. It was such an honour to be in the same event with her and I must say, she is a real stunner! She is very friendly and loves to take excellent pictures and yes, we love her to bits too!! We were telling her how much the girls in Singapore love her and she coyly said Thank you and mentioned in future should there be work opportunities, she will not hesitate to visit Singapore! Woooot~~~

In designs wise, it was certainly an eye opener for us as to see how Australian designers have similar directions and styling like KAYLENE. The style they gear towards is all about embracing curves with a touch of taste, always exploring possibilities of creating visual slimming effects which is KAYLENE's forte! This certainly gives me hope that we will be able to tap into the market when the right opportunity strikes! You never know right, one can be hopeful?? :)

Karen and myself with TESS HOLLIDAY! Such a gorgeous lady

 Alrighty! I hope you enjoyed my summary on Curvy Couture Roadshow 2015! I hope I will be able to go next year and have a 2nd round of fun and making more new friends! Have a wonderful week ladies!

With sexy Jen from Seraphim... isnt she HAWT in her self designed dress?

Love love love!

K

Farewell, Father of the Nation....

I was sipping my hot tea with my warm shawl on at my girlfriends balcony in Sydney when I received a message from a friend on Mr Lee Kuan Yew being in critical condition and was dying. I must admit, I am very ignorant on this man, who he really was and what kind of person he was. Most of the time, I am fed with info about him through social media and friends (most of the time are a em, not too nice ones) . I have never read the book he wrote neither have I ever talk about him during my girlie chit chats. Yes, I am not a number 1 fan of his and yes, I dont deny, I do not wish to be involved in politic related issues for I feel I am too 'bimbo' for these topics. All in short, I knew very little about him. Upon receiving the news from my friend back at home, I heaved a sigh, and decided to do a little bit more reading on this person. Call it guilt or not, I wasnt sure, but a tiny little voice told me to google on him and read up more about this special dying man..

You can read up more about this special man just by googling and be prepared to learn a thing or two about yourself through him. For me personally, I have learnt ALOT through Mr Lee Kuan Yew. I realised his love toward this nation is very much parallel to my love for KAYLENE. Please do not get me wrong in thinking that I am comparing myself to this man. I am not nor will I ever dare to for what he did for this country is WAY WAY WAY more than I can do for my KAYLENE. But I am serious about the comment I have made above. I learnt that Mr Lee Kuan Yew has unknowingly imparted special skills and business ethics to me towards KAYLENE. I am so in shocked and so in awe. He is indeed the best businessman in this nation, and for that, I am truly respectful towards this man. I learnt that at the end of the day, it is the genuine love for this country and the fear for losing her stand amongst the competitive neighbouring countries that constantly makes this man think out of the box and think ahead of the current times to make sure that this counry will be safe and secured and prosper. He was always on the constant lookout of ways and ideas on making the country will be safe and prosperous. He implemented very harsh and strict rules for he forecast how the future will suffer if no strict protocol has been done. After the readings about him and the achievements he has done for the country, I realised that it is the LOVE and FEAR that kept him going on and on to build Singapore today and that somehow or another, I had applied the same love and fear with regards to my business.

It is interesting to know that many people across the world knows Mr Lee Kuan Yew but do not know where Singapore is (trust me, its extremely evident when I was in New York!) and I wish the same for KAYLENE too. KAYLENE must work harder and harder to be ahead of her competitors and trends and be a trailblazer to the plus size girls. Mr Lee works very hard to make new friends and has firm relationships across the world and thats what KAYLENE should do and build bridges to the plus size community.

I will continue to read up more and more on this man whom I regret to only truly respect deeply and idolise him after he rest eternally (23 March 2015) but I believe nothing is ever too late to be learned. I will imply the precious teachings from him and use it wisely to running KAYLENE. Thank your Mr Lee Kuan Yew, for giving us a chance to live comfortably in this country.


Dear Father of the Nation,

Thank you for the love you have for this country. Thank you for your 100 percent dedication towards this little island and changed it from nothing to SOMETHING. I am not good with words, but I still would like to try my best to show you my appreciation towards you. Rest assure and rest in peace, be with your beloved wife in heaven for I know the elites  you have chosen and passed the baton to will run the country will continue to run this country smoothly and peacefully just like how you would want it to be.

Thank you once again Mr Lee Kuan Yew, we love you.