{SGFW}: THAKOON FALL 2015

May 27, 2015

I believe everyone in the Tent@Orchard wished Singapore had Winter while watching Thakoon Fall 2015 fashion show on 16th May 2015. There was a party of bohemian vibes, rich prints and warm hues that Thakoon offered to the audience through his collection.

First, there was color-blocked knit turtlenecks, sumptuous wool coats, tapestry prints, and soft chiffon prints underneath.

Then, there was a button-down shirt tied bottom, layered under a fur vest, or creatively paired with a red floral dress and red knee high boots. If you are into menswear style, perhaps, you can learn from Thakoon to pair the crisp white shirt with slim and tailored trousers for a sleek look.

That wasn't the end yet.

Thakoon continued bringing the audience surprise after surprise with his diverse collection. The Thai-American fashion designer evoked the romantic vibe to the crowd by bringing sensational colors to the second part of his collection: midnight blue and red. I'm obsessed with all the deep V-neck dresses with lace hem details in contrast colors.

Thakoon's designs have always been described as "timelessly feminine" and "as romantic and sensual as they are modern and innovative". This Fall collection was an obvious example to prove that statement!

Saving the best for last! Thakoon wow-ed all of us with the last two looks, as a highlight of the show, with shining beads and sequins in forms of skirt and dress.

There were a lot of amazingness to take in that night and I had a sparkling dream of these outfits for the next two days after his show.

Last but not least, a photo with the amazing and talented designer himself at backstage.

Thank you so much for reading!

Photos courtesy of SingaporeFashionWeek.com.sg

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ORANGE FEVER

May 25, 2015

I took the courage to wear a deep V-neck dress on the second day of Singapore Fashion Week. I bought this dress for quite some time and haven't had a chance to wear it. Although, I don't really go out clubbing so much, I like to buy party dresses. They are beautiful and can accentuate a women's curve at the right place. Unfortunately, such revealing dresses like this can only be reserved for the right occasion, I still have 4 to 5 new dresses hanging in my closet for a couple of years. Luckily, Singapore Fashion Week happened at night. It was a perfect excuse to dress up a little bit more over the top than usual.

Because this dress showed quite a lot of skin at the chest area, I threw on an orange blazer to keep me warm and comfortable throughout the night and finished the whole look with my glaring Jimmy Choo Lang sandals (these heels glow in the neon light and they look so cool). My hair grows so quickly that I could tie a cute ponytail at the back. It was a refreshing change of appearance for me.

The venue, Tent at Orchard Road, on day 2 of Singapore Fashion Week was more crowded than the first day. There were 4 shows lined up for the evening, including my favorite Dion Lee's fashion show. Everyone was decked out in their best outfit, perfect make-up and hairdo. I was a little bit uncomfortable at first when many people stared at my striking outfit and shoes (or maybe my b**bs), but I quickly got over it to walk through the night. Guess what? A little orange fever would hurt nobody. I was having a good time and that's all that matters.

Thank you so much for reading!

Photos: Navian Photgraphy & Live Studios

::Outfit::

Topshop Orange Blazer- Similar here and here

Showpo Floral Dress- Similar here

ForeverNew Clutch- Similar here and here

Jimmy Choo Lang Strappy Sandals

Accessoriez Necklaces- Similar here and here.

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{SGFW}: DION LEE FALL 2015

May 22, 2015

Singapore Fashion Week- Dion Lee Fall 2015

On the second day of Singapore Fashion Week, one of the shows I was most looking forward to was Dion Lee, an awarded and influential fashion designer from Australia. If my memory serves me well, I first discovered Dion Lee when I saw this interlock top in his Spring 2014 collection on some websites and I was mesmerised by it. I followed him since then and have always been amazed at every single design he brought to life.

What I love most about Dion Lee's design is that there are always quirky twists on the fabrics, interesting mix of colors, and unique details that make the audience go "Wow" every time watching his show. But no matter what, his clothes are always about elegance, sophistication, and sexiness. The Fall 2015 collection that Dion Lee brought to Singapore last week was not an exception.

Drawing from the world of science, the collection creates concepts that communicate the perspective of a designer responding to his unique surroundings. There were a lot of sexy high slit, cascading cutting, and sliced cutout effects in various skirt and dress forms, transitioning from creamy white to mysterious black and rich emerald. It was a sumptuous feast for the eyes of the audience that night.

You may say that I'm biased, but the truth is, Dion Lee has outdone himself in every single collection.

White cascading skirt and sweater- Dion Lee Fall 2015

White silk blouse and pants- Dion Lee Fall 2015

Dion Lee cutouts dress and skirts- Fall 2015 collection

Singapore Fashion Week 2015- Dion Lee Fall

Asymmetrical cutout black dress- Dion Lee 2015

Thank you so much for reading!

Photos courtesy of Singaporefashionweek.com.sg and Navian Photography.

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THE WOMAN I WANTED TO BE

May 20, 2015

Hi everyone!

Hope you have had a wonderful week so far. Today, I feel like sharing something very personal with you and I'd like to dedicate this blog entry to one woman who I truly admire (although, she might not even read this blog entry).

Last week, I was so fortunate to be invited to a fashion talk with Diane von Furstenberg and to attend her fashion show during Singapore Fashion Week. I wore her signature wrap dress and a flirty clutch to Diane's show. During a one-hour talk, Diane shared with us a story of her life, how she started her business alone in America and how the wrap dress changed her life. She was so real, humorous and friendly that she made me feel as if my mother was sharing a story with me. Diane shared how the power of social networks changed the fashion industry, but also emphasized "social networking can be so powerful but in the end, we don't sell numbers, we sell clothes, bags, the quality, and the confidence of our brand". She continued "Everybody has their own brand. It's how you want to represent it".

Having tried to build Crystal Phuong as my brand as long (and much) as I could, I can not agree with her more. I sat still and swallowed every single word she said for one precious hour. I was moved, inspired, and deeply motivated that I almost shed a tear. I can relate to her story so much as it is so similar to mine. She went to a foreign land with her big dream, started from scratch to make it come true. As for me, I left Vietnam to study and work in Malaysia for five years, at the age of 20 (thanks to my scholarship). I worked both day and night job tirelessly to support myself financially. Then, I moved to Singapore with empty hands. I went through all the hardship and started all over again. Most of you may not know that I don't come from a wealthy family. My parents could never afford to buy me expensive presents or dresses when I was little. I was brought up that If I wanted something, I had to work hard for it.

Today, looking back during the 11 year- journey in foreign lands, I'm happy and proud of what I've achieved and gone through (both success and challenges). I always feel so grateful for people that I met, beautiful souls that lifted me up during my hard time. Never a single day do I stop thinking of my dream and how to turn it into reality. Many times, it makes me frustrated and vulnerable to feel that I'm nowhere near my goals, I'm nobody, and I have no significant accomplishment in my life. But when I heard Diane said last week "Being vulnerable is OK", it was truly like a pat on my back and kept me going.

At this point in my life, I am in the same situation as Diane was when she was 26. I don't know what I want to do, but I know exactly the woman I want to become. I want to lead my own life, have my own money, support myself and my family- not the type of woman who just sits there and waits for a man to feed her. A woman who is happy, effortless, capable, independent, and most importantly, kind. That's the woman I want to be.

"You don't have to be a b**ch to be successful"- said my true inspiration, Diane von Furstenberg.

Have you ever thought of what woman you want to be?