Pink Moustache Project (IN)
If you have been surfing around Facebook profiles, BlackBerry Messenger, or Twitter and noticed a pink moustache splashed over people’s photos and avatars… don’t panic. It’s not an underground political movement or the newest trend to ridicule your friends. So what is it, and what is all this commotion? To give you an answer, it’s a brand-new fashion initiative project called the ‘Pink Moustache’ Project (PMP).
Where to Shop: Bali (IN)
Bali, or known as the Island of Gods, is the ultimate leisure getaway. Located in Indonesia, it has become a favorite holiday destination for not just Asian-Pacific tourists, but also many from other parts of the world for its gorgeous beaches and distinctive Balinese culture. You may be expecting pearl sands and crystal clear waters, but you might not realize that you have also booked yourself a ticket to a shopper’s paradise.
Blog Shop: The Petite Cupcakes (IN)
Our Blog Shop of the week lives up to their name by offering you playful feminine outfits that will make you want to have a tea party! Here is Petite Cupcakes.
Blog Shop: The Balletcats (IN)
Daring society with their sarcastic statement on tees, our Blog Shop of the week - The Balletcats, is really not for the fainthearted. Find out if you're strong enough to stomach their designs...
Blog Shop: K I D N A P P E D A L L Y (IN)
One man's junk is another man's treasure... With the aim of recycling wood into funky accessories, we take a look at one of Indonesia's finest creative online shop: K I D N A P P E D A L L Y!
COTTON INK Webstore Launch (JK)
“A small brand with a huge dream”, that has always been the tagline for Jakarta-based Cotton Ink. What started from a small inspiration, would lead to the creation of a facebook group of the brand and then followed by a successful blogshop at cottonink.blogspot.com. They also have a twitter account with 3000+ followers, and now their reach has just gotten bigger - Cotton Ink has officially launched a webstore.
’45 Pre-launch Party @ Palate Palatte (KL)
’45 is an online magazine established by a group of talented Indonesian students from LimKokWing University. Pronounced ‘four-five’, the online magazine is a minimalist’s passage to a lifestyle literature dreamland, packed with fashion, art, photography, design and much more. The pre-launch party was held at Palate Palatte, Kuala Lumpur last Friday, 28 May 2010.
Blog Savvy: Venezia Lowis (IN)
Our Blog Savvy of the week isn't jyour average girl ransacking through her wardrobe to post things up on her blog. 19 year-old Venezia Lowis, designs her own clothes, worked as a fashion stylist and does her part to save the environment! Read more about this wonderful stylista!
Where To Shop: ITC Mangga Dua Jakarta (IN)
With the increasing amount of stylish people in Indonesia, it seems like everybody has their own trusted vintage shops to score thrifted items. For me, the easiest place to find cheap, trendy clothes is - ITC Mangga Dua! And withour further ado, here are some of the many shops in there that you should go check out if you're ever around the area!
Looks We Love
Forgive the two week hiatus, now we're back with another round of Looks We Love, where we gather inspirational pieces from regional fashion bloggers!
This Week in Chic
To end February, there are a number of events to attend such as Fashion Flirt: A tribute to Alexander McQueen, Puma Spring/Summer 2010 Fashion Show with Da Mouth - because Tongue in Chic team be styling the runway, gizmoOnline Series 2 and sales such as The Great Clearance Sale of Janeville and Sun Sunset Bazaar. Glam Street Fashion Bazaar will start off the shopping spree in March, Up north in Hongkong, there will be Cloth Haven Flea Market, and our neighbour will be holding their first urban fashion market called J-town Creative Junction. Also, time to party it up at Mambo Jambo presents Venus (Theme Party) and FAB presents Film & Big Screen (Theme Party) in Zouk. The date for Kings of Convenience LIVE in Malaysia is coming near, have you bought your tickets yet? And last but not least, the FLEASHLIGHTBATTERY Flea Market.
Blog Shop: Wondershoe (IN)
I have to admit, if you gave me a choice between flats, killer heels or boots, I go for flats any day. It provides the comfort I need that can carry me miles from day to night. So for our Blog Shop this week, we'll be featuring Wondershoe - a slice of paradise for flat shoe lovers like me!
This Week in Chic
Seems like the next two months is going to be busy! Ending the month of January is Transgression - A Photo Exhibition and Maizen KL Sale. Don't forget to place your order in CNY Kate Spade Pre-Order Sale. Dress your best at Wardrobe Frenzy ft DJ Misty. Style Maestro Jujiin Samonte will be showcasing Exhibit Number One and our Stylista Dewi Utari is organising a charity: Fashion Wipe Out. Thirtyfour Sample Clearance Sale and Che Che Flea Market for those looking for discounted prices. Take your girlfriends out for an evening at Miss Selfridge A Fashionista Evening. Another fashion launch event happening at the end of the month, POPRINA 2010: New Collection Launch. The first weekend before CNY and Valentine's is hectic; rush off to three flea markets in one go - The Threadszoo Bazaar Volume 01 2010, Bizarre Bazaar 4 and Lelong Lelong 4. Soak up the sun, dance to the music and shop at Flea & Splash. If you're looking for something different, visit my | 4-walls: more than just a photo exhibition. Take your pick in supporting local talents at Sentral Stage Models 2010 and Barefoot. In March, we have the long anticipated Kings of Convenience LIVE! in Malaysia. While two themed parties have been lined up for you; Mambo Jambo presents Venus (Theme Party) and FAB presents Film & Big Screen (Theme Party).
Winners of Tongue in Chic Annual Style Awards '09: Blog Category
The rise of the blogosphere in 2009 meant a shift in power and fashion bloggers became the new It girls, stylists and front row VIPs. They were celebrated and big brands saw the opportunity through the personal opinions of these bloggers. Blogshops were also one of the new alternatives favoured by shopaholics, convenient while offering the same variety as physical stores but at more affordable prices . We also asked you to cast in your votes for the Best of Tongue in Chic last year.
Congratulations to the winners of Tongue in Chic Annual Style Awards '09 Blog Category!
Blog Savvy: Versicle (IN)
I first stumbled upon Thika of Versicle on Chictopia. Her post on staying stylish in a small town where no stores such as Forever 21, Zara or even Topshop exists, was inspiring. While the rest of us live in a city where both online and physical stores are accessible and often taken for granted. Thika, or as she like to call herself Marla Singer on the internet, lives in a small town called Jogjakarta - which is about an hour flight away from capital city, Jakarta. She did not frown upon this disadvantage, and instead made use of the blogosphere to record her daily creativity.
This Week in Chic
New Years Eve is just a few days away and we will be at the biggest most anticipated party of the year: FUTURE presents The Bloody Beetroots and Basement Jaxx! If you're still scouting for retail sales, Pot Meets Pop Denim Warehouse Sale is still going on until the end of the year. MaxMara and Marina Rinaldi is also having further sale reduction after Christmas day. Flea Titan IV will be one of the biggest flea market and music event to welcome the first weekend of the year at Singapore. Not forgetting for those in Malaysia, we're pampered with three big bazaars on the same week: Bizarre Bazaar Part 3, Lelong Lelong 3 and Enspired Bazaar. As for another alternative to shopping, our TiC Style Award nominee and one of Malaysia's fashion photographers, Vincent Paul Yong will be having his first solo exhibition called Transgression - A Photo Exhibition at KLCC.
This Week in Chic
With Christmas tomorrow, it's just a matter of blinking seconds the new years will come. If you still have not done your Christmas shopping, head to the last day of Be@rbrick Series 19 World Premier Release at the Gardens Mall for promotional price on the new Be@rbricks. Make a stop at KaShu Boutik launch in Bangsar Village 1; they're offering to help you pick that last minute jewellery gift. Of course, the ongoing FJ Benjamin End of Season Clearance at Damansara Jaya is still a one stop shopping for branded goods. Pot Meets Pop Denim Warehouse Sale happening in Jl. Maulana Yusuf (IN) pampers your needs for outfits right up to New Years Eve. Two bazaars are going to welcome the new years for you; one Lelong Lelong 3 at Asia Cafe SS15 and the Bizarre Bazaar Part 3 at Mist Club, Bangsar.
Blog Savvy: Glisters and Blisters (IN)
As I was looking at Glisters and Blisters, the blog of Michelle Koesnadi, latest contributor to Tongue in Chic, I tweeted that "I will not be jealous of a 17 year old". Admittedly I failed because there are just so many reasons to be envious of Michelle. Be it her impressive shoe collection, her savviness with DIY or just her general sense of style, this tall, and I do mean tall, drink of water is certainly one to watch.
Where to Shop: Bandung (IN)
Whoever said that small towns don't have potential to be a great shopping destination? Boy were they wrong! Bandung, Indonesia certainly does not fit into that stereotype. Just a 2-hour 130km drive from Jakarta, this beautiful city is worth the trip especially for fashion and food lovers. Here's a brief shopping guide that will take you to all the charming shopping hotspots I'm very fond of as well.
Blog Shop: Cotton.Ink (IN)
It started out as just an idea that ran through their heads. Yet within a year, it became a sensation.
That’s how the two founders of Cotton.Ink recalled the start of their blogshop. Carline and Ria knew each other from way back (junior high to be exact!) and after college the two met up occasionally, until one day the idea to form a blogshop came up.
