Digital Fashion Week 2015

Thanks DFW Creative for the kind invitation to most of the shows at Digital Fashion Week 2015. It was an awesome lineup of fashion shows over 4 days at Digital Fashion Week 2015 which showcased designs from selected local and overseas designers.  Out of the many fashion shows, some designs left a huge impression. In particular, I was impressed by some really unique and chic designs presented by the Thai designers. 

I have been to many fashion shows but each time without fail, once the music comes on, I will be eagerly waiting in anticipation for the models to sashay out onto the runway. I feel entirely engaged with the show. At that moment, I will feel that I live for fashion! Call me dramatic or whatever, but that's how I really feel whenever I'm at each fashion show!

The first show that I caught at Digital Fashion Week is the Mash-Up show. I was struck by the high energy and fun and colourful lineup of apparels presented that night.

Ziiiro Singapore was the sponsor for the Mash-Up show. Here's a wrist shot of me trying on their lovely rose gold limited edition watch. Very interesting way of reading the time.

The Run After debut showcase was an eagerly awaited show due to the Melissa Koh factor. It started with this dance performance.

Lovely debut collection of Run After, especially those pretty black and pink pieces.

These sequinned numbers from Run After are such head-turners and great for the upcoming festive season.

The Thailand Innofashion Awards show, which included a live recording segment of Fit for Fashion Finale, was one of the most interesting shows at Digital Fashion Week 2015. 

The 3 final contestants of Fit for Fashion were models as part of this runway show too. Some of the outfits presented have impressed in terms of the textured finishes, intricate and exquisite details as well as bold patterns. Really love these 2 sexy lacy numbers seen here.

It was a good mix of both street wear as well as evening wear for men and women presented at Thailand Innofashion Awards show. 

Really love the designers’ unconventional take on the designs showcased at Thailand Innofashion Awards show.

 With the judge of Fit for Fashion Season 2: He's so dashing that I'm starstruck!

With the judge of Fit for Fashion Season 2, Mitch Chilson. OOTD for me: wearing dress from Love Bonito and shoes from Chanel.

With one of the final 3 contestants of Fit for Fashion Season 2

Congratulations Ying The Label on a successful show at Digital Fashion Week 2015

Check out the protruding black flower details around the shoulders of this feminine 2 piece outfit presented by Thai Collective by Siam Paragon, which was paired with a cute hand carried bag.

Another gorgeous black number presented by Thai Collective by Siam Paragon, featuring play on interesting folds and different fabric textures.

See that OMG on the waistband of this whimsical design presented by Thai Collective by Siam Paragon?

The designers from Thai Collective by Siam Paragon presented an outstanding selection of designs. Love these pretty pastel pinks!

A great visual treat at Label.M hair show

Check out the avant garde head dress on the models at the Label.M hair show

 The UK expert flew in for this Label.M hair show

Live hair styling demostration segment of Label.M hair show

Seen here is the designer of Korean brand Seoul Chic Bazaar with her collection. The models appeared on the runway with black lace folds over their eyes, showcasing chic daily staples mostly in pink and nude with flower motifs spotted on many of the designs. 

 More chic daily staples presented by Seoul Chic Bazaar.

Designers of British brand Teatum Jones, winner of the 2015 British Isles International Woolmark Prize for womenswear and regular on the London Fashion Week schedule, Catherine Teatum and Rob Jones have put together another collection showcasing the modernist approach to elegance.

Check out the range of colourful Liberian tribal prints were presented by Teatum Jones

Teatum Jones presented a range of beautiful white macramé dresses which stole the show!

Love these interesting designs by local designer Max Tan at the closing show of Digital Fashion Week 2015

Photo with the boyish designer, Max Tan. Congratulations on a successful show at Digital Fashion Week 2015

Digital Fashion Week 2015 is an awesome opportunity to meet influencers from all over the world. With the lovely Billie J D Porter here.

 With the gorgeous Milly Q from Taiwan

With beautiful Munah: Love her style! 

 My style: dress from Love Bonito, shoes from Pedder Red, Balmain necklace courtesy of Luxasia

 At the photowall: wearing dress from Love Bonito and carrying bag from Gucci

Selfie time

Another selfie

Selfie with the Volvo

Before a friend helped me take this photo

 The mandatory photo at Digital Fashion Week 2015

 Thank you DFW Creative and all the sponsors for the great hospitality during Digital Fashion Week 2015!

Capitol Theatre: Venue where Digital Fashion Week 2015 was held

Tour of Ronald McDonald House Charity at National University Hospital

Thanks Omy Blog Club for the kind invitation to tour Ronald McDonald House Charity facilities at National University Hospital. This was my first time there and I learnt from Ms Judy Chun, Executive Director, Ronald McDonald House Charities, that this is the only Ronald McDonald House in Singapore. 

With Ronald McDonald and other bloggers at the tour

I have noticed the Ronald McDonald House Charity box present at McDonald's outlets but it has never occurred to me where my donations would go and who the beneficiaries are. So really appreciate this arrangement whereby we could meet one of the families that had benefited under this charity scheme and to have them to speak to us in person. Madam Kartini's youngest daughter Syasya Dalili had to undergo the transplant operation and her husband was the donor and she had to take care of both of them as well as her elder daughter Umairah Syafiqah during the hospitalization period. So Madam Kartini was very thankful that she was allowed to stay at one of the rooms at Ronald McDonald House which has a bathroom attached and she could be so near to both her husband and daughter. 

During the sharing session

Tears started to well up in my eyes as I listened to Madam Kartini share her experience. I feel that sometimes we have been living in such a blessed yet busy environment that perhaps we didn't notice the needy families around us? Ronald McDonald House Charity always welcome volunteers. Do check out this link to find out more about how you can volunteer here: http://rmhc.org.sg/index.php/get-involved/rmh-relief-volunteer/

Mdm Kartini with her youngest daughter Syasya Dalili (who underwent the transplant), and elder daughter Umairah Syafiqah

There are 4 rooms at the Ronald MacDonald House at NUH and priority is given to the most needy family based on a points system. The maximum period for each stay is 14 days subjected to review based on a case by case needs basis. These needy families have benefited from the use of Ronald McDonald House while their young children had to undergo hospitalization and the best part is the stay is at no charge to them! There are also meals catered too and the families have benefited from the meals voucher system too. 

Apart from providing a temporary, yet very special “home away from home” for families of ill children undergoing treatment at NUH, Ronald McDonald House also provide wholesome meals for these families staying here. This platform allows families to provide and receive peer support, as well as bonding between staff and volunteers with the families. Do check out this link to find out how you can contribute towards this meaningful scheme: http://rmhc.org.sg/index.php/get-involved/meal-program/

Gifts in-kind are always welcome at Ronald McDonald House and some suggestions are as follow:

Food Items*:

Snacks (e.g. nuts, dried fruits, cookies, crackers, ice-cream, chocolates)

Fresh whole fruit (e.g. apples, oranges and bananas)

Rice / instant noodles

Canned food (e.g. soup and tuna)

Convenient packed food (suitable for microwave)

Spread (e.g. margarine, peanut butter, Nutella, jam)

Bread, pastries, breakfast cereals

Tea, coffee, Milo in sachets and soft drinks

Gift Certificates from Cold Storage, NTUC, Sheng Siong and Giant Supermarkets

*In order to prevent cross contamination, food items must be individually packed.

Kitchen and Bath Necessities:

Facial tissue

Shampoo, conditioner, body wash and lotion

Toilet rolls and kitchen paper towels

Disposable shower caps

Toothbrushes and toothpaste (travel-size)

Linens: (white)

Queen size sheet sets (with fitted bottom sheet)

Single size sheet sets (with fitted bottom sheet)

Bath towels and hand towels (white)

Mattress pads for single and queen mattresses

Other Items:

Toys for children of all ages including Gift Certificates from Toys”R”Us and Apple Store

Do contact contact@rmhc.org.sg or 6778 1934 if you would like to donate other items or for more information.

There's also a play room with books, toys and boardgames for the beneficiaries at Ronald McDonald House

A brand new Ronald McDonald Family Room adjacent to Ronald McDonald House is currently undergoing renovation and will be launched in January 2016 to benefit more needy families! 

I understand from Ms Tan Shu Yan, Manager, Corporate Communications & Customer Care, McDonald's Restaurants Pte Ltd, that as part of McDonald’s McHappy Day efforts this year, S$1 will be donated from every purchase of a Strawberry Sundae from 1 to 15 November to help raise funds and to bring love, hope & courage to children and families supported by Ronald McDonald House Charity Singapore. 

Please let us do our part and support this meaningful cause and benefit more needy families by purchasing more strawberry sundaes from McDonalds! 

Please help to spread the word and encourage your friends to do likewise and also remember to tag photos of your Strawberry Sundaes with #mchappydaysg and #lovehopecourage!

Thanks Omy Blog Club, Ronald McDonald House Charity and McDonald's Restaurants for involving me in this meaningful and charitable cause.