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What’s Trending

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The Fashion month is finally over and a new season is upon us.  Want to know what is the trend that you should be wearing in 2018? It is time to jump on the trend train and get ahead with the latest in fashion. Spring and summer mean uplifting and colorful clothes.  There will be a kaleidoscope of rainbow colours, sweet pastels, and some power dressing.  It is time to start plotting your wardrobe for the coming season and here are more of some key items to incorporate into your look right now.

The peplum trend is not new but for this year, things are getting pretty interesting.  Peplum is dressy and posh. This style is great for those with slim and curvy shapes.  It is important how you style it and how it goes with the rest of your clothes.  A peplum top goes well with minis, A-line styles, cut-offs, trousers, shorts, and etc.   Check out Rosegal for some fashionable peplum top.

A rosegal peplum top can look edgy and classy. You can easily find one that makes you look your best.

While 2017 may have been the year for oversized bell sleeve, they are still very much in trend this year.  Maybe bigger is better.  Cocoon sleeves dominated the runways.  Exaggerated puffed up sleeves seem to keep all the fun and drama.  They are certainly a welcome change from the off-shoulder tops of 2017.

2018 is about bringing some creativity into your wardrobe.  Buy now to stay ahead.

Holidaying In Singapore

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Experiencing the travel itch but not sure where to go?  Well, why not plan a trip to Singapore?  This modern city is a cosmopolitan society with a combination of Asian and European influences.   Why travel to Singapore?  Well here are some reasons why visiting Singapore should be on your travel bucket list and I am sure after reading this, you can’t wait to book your airline tickets.

A Taste of Nature

Despite having many skyscrapers, you will be surprised at the number of parks in this city.  The Singapore Botanic Gardens is the country’s first UNESCO World Heritage site and is the largest green space in the city.  It is home to the world’s most extensive orchid garden and 314 species of plants.   It is advisable to allocate a few hours to visit this attraction due to its size as there are many things to see.

Another attraction that blends nature with cutting-edge architecture is The Gardens by the Bay.  This remarkable green space is filled with enormous biodomes and whimsical sculptures.  You may feel like you are in the movie Avatar because of the Supertree Grove which supports the OCBC Skyway which offers views of the surrounding gardens and Marina Bay.

Family-Friendly Attraction

If you are travelling with your family, your children will have loads of fun at the kids-friendly attractions such as Universal Studios, The Singapore Zoo and Night Safari. The highly popular Hollywood movies theme park, Universal Studios has a mix of attractions from stage shows to the thrilling Battlestar Gallactica roller-coaster ride. The Singapore Zoo is a great outing for the family.  This award-winning wildlife park has 11 different zones and 12 exhibits thus offering numerous opportunities to get up close with a diverse array of wildlife.  There is even a Zoo-rassic Park for the dinosaur enthusiasts.  Night Safari Singapore is the first nocturnal zoo in the world.  This entire open-air zoo is only open at night and houses over 2,500 animals.  Divided into seven geographical zones that can be explored either by foot via walking trails or by tram.

Dining In Singapore

Singapore is a food paradise.  There is no doubt about it that dining out in Singapore can be expensive.  However, if you know where to go, you won’t need to dig deep into your pocket. Some of the best cheap eats are available in food courts or hawker centers serving street food, from snacks to full meal.  There is the cheapest Michelin-starred eatery called Liao Fan Hong Kong Soya Sauce Chicken Rice & Noodle, fragrant Hainanese Chicken Rice, tasty Char Kuay Teow (fried flat noodles) and more.

Shopping in Singapore

Shopoholics are going to love Singapore’s main shopping street, Orchard Road.  The mile-long street is home to tons of eateries and has a whopping 47 shopping malls from designer brands to international high-street retailers such as H&M and Zara.  You can spend hours and hours shopping here and eating at the excellent and clean food courts in the malls.

Convenience

It is very convenient to go around Singapore.  Just hop on a subway or a bus as the transportation network is spread out to all corners of the island.

Instead of driving 5 hours and getting annoyed at traffic, the quickest and most comfortable way to travel from Kuala Lumpur to Singapore is by plane.  The flight duration is about an hour.  There are also many flights from Singapore to Penang.

It is sometimes hard to choose the perfect holiday spot for the family.  However, holidaying in Singapore is an amazing experience as it is clean, modern and safe.

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How To Create A Happy Workplace

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We all have to work, well, most of us have to. According to a survey, an average person spends over 90,000 hours at work over their lifetime.  A job is not necessarily fun or enjoyable. Dealing with work stress day in and day out is hard.   We do not have to love our jobs but since we are spending so much time working, it is important to at least enjoy the experience by creating a great place to work. This is vital for our sanity.  Minor improvements can make a huge difference to our mood.  Here are some ideas that you can try in your home office or your cubicle to create a fun and happy workplace.

Decorate the desk with some colorful desk accessories such as this mint green Frisco Organizer.

Leafy green plants have many health benefits. Being around plants can help improve our memories and ability to concentrate.  Consider low maintenance plant such spider plant or succulent to brighten up your mood and workspace.

Get a Foot Rest to keep your legs from getting cramped.  Being more comfortable while you work has been proven to improve levels of happiness and productivity.  An Office Foot Rest is one of the easiest ways to work smarter.

Use colorful note holders to keep memos close by.  You can even use them to display inspirational quotes or message to keep you going all day.

Display your favorite photos, postcards, notes with this curtain wire from Ikea.   It’s fun to look at them when you are taking a break from your work.

These simple tweaks to your office space can boost happiness. Try them.

Uniqlo X Marimekko Special Edition Collection

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Loving the latest Marimekko and Uniqlo’s collaboration for Summer.  Marimekko is a Finnish design house and is well-known for its original prints and colors.  This unique collaboration features nine styles for women in a variety of eye-catching prints.  From t-shirts, wide cropped pants to gym bags, they are designed by Marimekko’s Maija Louekari and are inspired by nature and urban lifestyle.

Polka dots everywhere

Colorful graphic tee

Cropped wide leg pants

Gym bag

Kate Middleston’s Wedding Dress Is Selling At H&M

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Fans of Kate Middleton who had been swooning over her wedding dress will be happy to a replica is now available at H&M.  The white lace floor-length dress is almost an exact replica of the one worn by the Duchess of Cambridge which was custom made by Alexander McQueen in 2011.

Well, of course, the dress from H&M is much cheaper at $299.  Kate Middleton’s bridal gown was said to have cost £150,000.

H&M’s version features the sheer lace sleeve, bustier top, a scalloped neckline and A-line silhouette.  The most notable difference is the iconic massive train.

Dinosaur Lunchbox That Kids Will Love

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Lunch is going to be Rawr-Some!   This Dinosaur Head Lunch Box is a T-Rex that will chomp down your lunch and keep it safe.  It features a sturdy muzzle handle to keep everything safe.  This adorable head case is also great for storing art supplies or Legos.  Made from heavy duty food safe plastic.  Available at Fab.com for $35.

Celebrities Who Wear Wigs

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Hair loss is very common and as a matter of fact, everyone will experience hair loss at some point in their lives.  Do you know that celebrities also wear hair pieces?  Some celebrities love wigs because it is extremely common for them to change their hairstyles on a regular basis, from super short pixie style to wild shades.  Many of them do this because rather than chopping off their hair as and when they like and perhaps regret about it later, they turn to wigs as a temporary solution.  Excessive coloring will also damage the hair so wearing wigs is the best option. Others wear wigs because they are dealing with hair loss.  Several famous actors and actresses have worn wigs in popular films or on television shows.

6A Hair Weave Brazilian Hair Bundles Body WaveCelebrities such as Kylie Jenner, Katie Holmes, Katy Perry and more were seen wearing maxglam brazilian body wave.  They do not only don faux locks for their roles in music videos or shows but also in their day-to-day lives and on the red carpet.   Lady Gaga often appears with blonde bundles with frontal wigs to transform her look and make a major statement.

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Another famous celebrity who often wear a wig is Angelina Jolie.  She is also rumored to wear a wig on the red carpet so that her hair appears full and luxurious.  Beyonce Knowles is well-known for wearing various lace front wigs when she is in public.  Other celebs who wear wigs and hairpieces include Rihanna and Amber Rose.

What is your favorite style of wig? Are you a tad surprise that famous people have wigs?  If you want to find out more about wigs, do check out maxglam hair reviews.

Shopbop Great Sale 2018

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Shopbop is having a major sale right now and shipping is FREE WORLDWIDE. We have rounded up some of the good buys from ShopBop.

Roe + May Tova Jumpsuit. $94.50

Dolce Vita Caley Mules. $98

Soeur Du Maroc Tassel Cross Body Bag. $87

Blank Denim Distressed Skinny Jeans. $66

Excellent quality inflatable game equipments from Blue Inflatable

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Bubble football is a sport similar to regular football as it involves playing and scoring a soccer ball. The only difference is that the players are encased in inflatable spheres excluding the legs only. Also; there are no goalkeepers involved since the arms are also enclosed along with the head, chest, stomach, waist, and thighs inside the sphere. The aim of playing this sport is to finish the game with more goals than the opponent. However, the battle between the opposing players is what makes bubble football special. This is because it involves knocking one another to the ground, but with no one getting harmed.

Bubble soccer is that sport which guarantees players to smile and laugh throughout. This includes the spectators too as they watch the falling players roll across the field. This sport is also relatively affordable since it can be used on various types of indoor and outdoor surfaces such as grass, artificial turf, gym floors, and carpets. This implies that it can take place throughout the year without worrying about the weather. These places can be basketball courts, gyms, tennis courts, football playgrounds, open grassy fields, and backyards, among others. Also, this sport can be played by anyone above 10 years old.

Besides the fun it provides, bubble balls involves working out the body to the maximum. This is because players get to run, jump, dive, stretch, and shoot. This usually leads to serious sweating which is essential in relieving the body of toxics. The exercises are also helpful in maintaining the players physically and mentally fit. Meanwhile; this sport is NOT for those which health & medical conditions like severe claustrophobia, headaches, heart attacks, asthma, and nausea. And lastly, all kids below 18 years old should have signed waiver agreements from their parents or guardians or caretakers allowing them to play. Find more details from blue inflatable.