Monday, April 27, 2015

Official Opening of Suntime Watch

Suntime Watch is a subsidiary of Sincere Fine Watches and have opened at the new Level 2 at Ngee Ann City. Congratulations and thanks for the kind invitation to your grand opening party.

DJ spinning music for the opening party

Guests checking out the various brands of watches retailing at Suntime Watch

The brand new boutique Suntime Watch is located at level 2 of Ngee Ann City

Thanks Suntime Watch for the sweet treats

Selfie at the photowall

Sunday, April 26, 2015

The Hour Glass Presents Rebels With A Cause: The Trilogy

Thanks The Hour Glass for bringing together the 3 rebels of contemporary horology: Maxmilian Busser of MB&F, Felix Baumgartner of Urwerk and Alessandro Zanetta of De Bethune for this event at L'Atelier by The Hour Glass at Ion Orchard. I'm really thrilled to meet the founder of MB&F in person at this event. His horological designs are awesome art pieces and make great conversation starters. Thanks Maxmilian Busser for the photos and autograph. He's certainly very charming and charismatic in person as what have been widely reported. Thanks The Hour Glass for the great hospitality and this wonderful opportunity to learn more about independent watch-making. It's certainly a friday night well-spent in the company of fellow watch lovers.

This statement design mechanical table clock, Melchior, to commemorate MB&F 10 years anniversary has 40 days power reserve and is limited to only 99 pieces worldwide!

 Interesting quote from MB&F

Statement designs from MB&F!

The 3 rebels of contemporary horology: Maxmilian Busser, Felix Baumgartner and Alessandro Zanetta
Bustling scene at the event

Wrist shot with Maxmilian Busser and friend and I got Max's autograph!

I'm thrilled to meet the founder of MB&F in person. His horological designs are awesome art pieces and make great conversation starters. Thanks Max for the photo and autograph. 

 Photo opportunity with the 3 rebels

 Photo with Max and friend

Another event scene

Some interesting watches seen at the event

Sumptuous buffet spread served at the event

Tuesday, April 21, 2015

Celebrating 75 Years of IWC Watches Portugieser Series

This event was held at the beautiful Victoria Theatre. Thanks IWC for a lovely evening spent in the company of fellow watch lovers.

Celebrating 75 Years of IWC Watches Portugieser Series

Love the beautiful event setting at Victoria Theatre

Fun and games

 Checking out some IWC Novelty pieces

 These are the boutique exclusive pieces

 Enjoying a glass of bubbly

 Love the IWC paper weight with a mini-game thingy on it

Selfie at the photowall

Monday, April 20, 2015

Rad Russel + Simon Carter Unveils Capsule Collection

Was at the launch of RAD RUSSEL in collaboration with SIMON CARTER capsule collection in Singapore at the Rad Russel flagship boutique at Plaza Singapura on Monday. This new footwear capsule collection features the season’s latest footwear style and is available in Rad Russel stores and will be coming to their website soon. 

Pairing elegant design with contemporary detailing, UK designer Simon Carter inspired the designers at Rad Russel to create an exclusive collection of footwear infused with Carter’s sense of London style. The collection comprises classic Oxford’s and Derbies handcrafted in calf leathers, buttery leather inners and insoles in Carter’s signature colour – cinnamon. Personally, I find these stylish designs to be timeless and very wearable for the modern male. 

The technical bit: There are two styles of shoes in this collection: The Wholecut which takes its name from the outer being made of one whole piece of leather. The second is the Derby which has the eyelet's sitting above the upper on two separate pieces of leather. The upper of the shoe is calf leather. Comfort is certainly a key consideration in the design of this capsule collection as the shoe lining is made of sheepskin leather which allows the imprint of the foot to be taken quickly by the shoe for increased comfort. Thus, fewer weeks of having to wear them in would be needed! The Heel inner is suede to increase grip and comfort. Durable and Soft latex cushions covered with sheepskin leather offer a supportive inner and help maintain comfort around the foot’s arches. Anti-slip rubber outer-sole in the signature Simon Carter house Paisley which is ideal for the London weather as rubber provides essential grip and durability as compared to a leather sole. These leather shoes are retailing at S$268 which are great value for money.

(Source: Press release)

Like the sleek designs of this Rad Russel x Simon Carter capsule collection

Glad that I was able to make it in time to meet designer Simon Carter in person for the launch of his Rad Russel x Simon Carter capsule collection

Simon Carter having his shoes shined at the cozy Minster Mint corner

I had the opportunity to have a quick chat with Simon Carter about his designs. He actually designs a lot of menswear clothing (you can check out his website for more of his menswear clothing). We chatted about his interesting cufflinks which make great conversation starters. I spotted some cufflinks with the designs of spiders and westies! Cufflinks and watches are the key accessories for the modern male and can make a great difference to one's overall look. So it's definitely worth it to jazz up one's image with statement cufflinks from Rad Russel x Simon Carter. Honestly, I love those Rad Russel x Simon Carter cufflinks with bling bling crystals! Some of his cufflinks designs can be pretty unisex so ladies can consider wearing some Rad Russel x Simon Carter cufflinks as accessories =)

Interesting Simon Carter spider and bumble bee cufflinks spotted!

These Simon Carter westie cufflinks are super adorable!!

“I’ve worked with the designers at Rad Russel for many years, and I’ve always admired their energy and modern take on shoe designs,” explains Carter. “Therefore it seemed like a natural partnership when they approached me to work on a collaboration design. I bring a touch of Simon Carter detail and style to their expertise to produce a range that is well-made, sharp, and very wearable.”

Check out the range of Rad Russel x Carter Simon capsule collection, featuring shoes, cufflinks, bags, belts and small leather goods

Rad Russel presents 2 main seasonal collections a year, namely the Spring/Summer and Autumn/Winter collections, besides their capsule collections. Their products are all designed in Britain before the manufacture of the prototypes in other countries. They take great care in ensuring the consistency of sizings. And ladies who are shoe-lovers will be happy to know that Rad Russel has a ladies shoes line too. They carry mainly ballerina flats and heels for this female line. Me being a shoe fanatic, I'm definitely going to check out their ladies shoes ;p

Love the London themed store display at Rad Russel Flagship boutique at Plaza Singapura

Thanks Rad Russel for these gorgeous cufflinks!

I've paired the Rad Russel x Simon Carter bling bling cufflinks with my Raoul shirt =)

Update:
Thanks Rad Russel for this sweet pink leather bag made of pig skin, which I have received so many compliments...loving it =)

ABOUT RAD RUSSEL: 
Rad Russel is a label specifically designed to meet the aspirations of today’s stylish individuals. It reflects a London classic design philosophy that contributes timeless elegance and enduring styles. Web: http://www.radrussel.com 
Instagram: @radrussel, #radrussel 
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RadRussel   

ABOUT SIMON CARTER: 
Simon Carter is a menswear retailer based in London that is known especially for their accessories such as cufflinks, watches, jewellery and luggage. They also branched out to feature full range of formal and casual clothing. Founded by a businessman of the same name in 1980s, the Simon Carter label is stocked in most major British departmental outlets. He also has seven stand alone stores in the UK. 
Web: http://simoncarter.net 
Instagram: @simoncarterltdl, #simoncarter 
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SimonCarterLtd

Swatch Club 25th Anniversary Party

Thanks Swatch for the kind invitation to Swatch Club 25th Anniversary Party at their Swatch boutique at Orchard Gateway =) It was a fun-filled evening spent in the company of fellow watch lovers. There were plenty of fun games in which attractive prizes of vintage Swatch watches were given out. Had a visual feast checking out all the 25 limited edition vintage Swatch Club timepieces. Do scroll down for some of my personal favorites =) There was a liveband that performed a few songs for us too. Congratulations Swatch on a successful 25 years of Swatch Club!

Address by the Very Important Person of Swatch Club

Charles addressing the guests and cutting the cake

Check out the uber cute birthday cake for Swatch Club 25th Anniversary! And it tastes as yummy as it looks!

This is the limited edition SG50 Swatch Club timepiece with the SG50 logo on the strap. This version was completely sold out during this event!

Some interesting vintage Swatch Club timepieces on showcase: I like the cute one on the left named "Time For A Kiss" which was launched to commemorate the launch of Facebook in 2004.

I like the green one in the centre named "Garden Turf" which was introduced in 1997 to commemorate the first season of "South Park"!

Selfie time

See how excited I look upon winning a vintage Swatch Club watch? ;p

Excitement reflected with a lighter filter

Excitement at the unboxing of my prize

Selfie with another winner of vintage Swatch Club watches

Check out the cute vintage Swatch Club watch that our friend, David, has won

 Photo with the lovely ladies

Zoom in...

Another group photo before leaving

Photo with Phileen: The Pink Theme

The live band that performed a couple of songs for us during this party