Zang Toi at New York Fashion Week, Kirstie Alley on catwalk.

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365 things to do in Kuala Lumpur: No. 6, Shopping at Telawi Bangsar: Featuring NEVER FOLLOW SUIT.

For those of you who live in Kuala Lumpur and Klang Valley, Telawi Street Bangsar Shopping is not an unfamiliar shopping spot for girls (and boys). The area offers several independent brands/ boutiques and if you want to avoid the normal Topshop and Zara look,  then Bangsar is the way to go. Although i have to warn you, there will be a lot of climbing stairs to do... but on the bright side u might lose a few calories before trying on clothes, so a win-win situation. lol.

Number 6 for me is not all about going shopping at Bangsar Telawi, but i really want to share my experience at a shop that is potentially going to be my new favourite store, "Never Follow Suit". Kudos to Elizah Adam for introducing me to this awesome place.

Location: Never Follow Suit, Bangsar
$$$ Spent: I didn't actually spend today, but i reserved 2 items as they don't accept cards just yet.

Never Follow Suit is founded by Victor Goh, Calvin Cheong, David Shaw & Joe Chia.


I had the opportunity to meet one of the designer himself, Joe Chia, and i had a brief yet, informative chat with him about the store and general things about fashion retail. Never Follow Suit is only on their forth month since they opened the store.








At the moment their garments are themed into three sections: Coloured garments, Vintage & Pre-Loved, and achromatic tones.

Their Colored Garments

Never Follow Suit Vintage Garments

Achromatic Collection.

My favourite between the 3 was the Achromatic Collection, because from previous experience staying in Melbourne, i have always love to wear basic black, grey and white pieces. They reminded me of one of my favourite brands from Melbourne, Alpha 60. And what i love about Never Follow Suit is that you get a good designer piece, made of great fabric, and they're made locally so we know they are quality controlled. Their aim is to make designer apparel becomes something affordable for medium-to-high demographic. As a person who appreciate the quality of textiles, i am impressed with the fabrications that they used, especially the light cotton blends and viscose.  I didn't pay enough attention to the price but average pricing that i saw was approximately RM79 for tops, RM100ish for dresses, and RM299 for a jacket, all depending on the design and fabrications. Its too bad i didn't take enough pictures of their garments, but if u have the time, check out the store :).

'Like' Never Follow Suit at the official Facebook Page here.  

Trend Come back : Glamorous Headscarf

Now

Some Russian fashionistas (credit picture from Style.com)

and...

Paul Smith

Mary Kate Olsen

Then

The trend reminded me of Elizabeth Taylor

Swathed in a headscarf on the set of Giant, 1956

Sophia loren

Audrey Hepburn

Elie Saab Fall 2011 Couture

I always see myself as a street wear lover rather than couture, but there's something about Elie Saab that everyone, not just me, cant get enough. This was from a couple of months ago, but i just had to re post some pictures from Elie Saab's 2011 Fall collection, inspired by skyscrapers. Reminds me of icey queens, fairytale-like kind of characters. I am amazed of how the models look like as if they are wearing a beautiful piece of delicate glass. So beautiful. They categorised by several colors, but these are my favourites.

Photos credit from Style.com

Some preloved & Brand New items

Hi ladies, please click on the image above to see my pre loved and brand new items.

Most of the items are bought in Australia, and some are from other parts of the world. I only sell items that are in excellent condition and i am willing to negotiate on the price depending on how much.

If you are interested, the first step is to e-mail me at aimsrazak@gmail.com, or u can comment on the garment u like, and i will get back to u as soon as possible :).

Shipping.

Currently only available for Malaysia and Australia only.

Available Pickups in Malaysia around Klang Valley, Standard Post or Post Laju. Price to be confirmed

For Australia, please email me for price of shipping, and possible pick ups around Melbourne CBD.

Payment.
Malaysia: Maybank2u, cash preferred,
Australia: Net bank transfer to Commonwealth Bank.

Happy Eid Mubarak!

Sorry for the vain pot picture, but i like to show a picture of the kaftan i bought from mimpikita. I bought on sale, totally worth it :)

Stay safe everyone !!

10 things i would not....

A couple of weeks ago, i spent some time browsing through a book to teach me how to illustrate design in fashion. I somehow stumbled upon a book, which I unfortunately don't remember the title and the author of the book, but it was about 50 fads in fashion. I agreed with 80% of what was listed, u know the usual, muffin tops, showing thongs, bla bla bla. But he listed down red lipsticks and black-top-to-toe as fashion taboo too, haha that i don't agree. I decided to list down my top 10 most forbidden things in fashion/ one's appearance.. Now bare in mind, im no fashion expert or what u call a "fashionista", they're just things i would not wear/ do/ grow,  u might think likewise, so no disrespect to anyone :).

1) Extra long nails with nail art.

It is a little bit trashy to me.

2. Asian with Full head blonde.

Especially if it is platinum blonde. I guess highlights can be nice, but if u have full blonde hair on asian features, its a bit too k pop looking for me.

3) Prints on Satin

If i have to choose one kind of fabric that i hate, i have to say satins, especially with prints on them. To me, satin looks cheap, its meant to be used for lining only. Very rare that a satin dress turns out nice. Satins might work if they are plain and mixed with chiffon or silk. 

This Yellow dress is by Alexander McQueen, which i find really rare to hate.

i did however found a nice printed satin dress by Christopher Kane. I guess its just coz i have a soft spot for Galactic/ Nebular Prints. I guess it goes to say that if u wanna use satin, u gotta have the right print.

4) Fishnet Stockings

I just don't like them, sorry.

5) Metallic Stretch 

The Fabric is meant for

i) Gymnastics costumes

ii) Halloween costumes

iii) People Born in outer space ( or u work in Star Trek's ship )

iv) if u are Marilyn Monroe.

6) Tuxedo Ruffles

I don't know why, but i really, really hate them. But i guess its not the case for all tops with tuxedo ruffles, but majority are just, hmm wrong. Maybe those mini ruffles reminds me of caterpillars for some reason!

7) Intentional Butt Cracks.

This is probably is a common fad, but yes they are simply unacceptable. But i have to admit, i had them unintentionally. haha

Unless u have this girl's ass, u r forgiven. LOL.

8) Coloured Wig

They are fun, yes, but please don't take them seriously.

Only Katy Perry gets a pass for this.

9) Too tight clothes.
All i can say is just don't be ashamed of your own size, be ashamed when your belly is showing.

10) Furry Boots.
Need i say more?

I have loads more in my head, but i cant be bothered to list them all. Hope u enjoyed my list.