Project Alpha-sion!

I'm gonna be direct on why I'm so tempted of joining this competition?

the prize? NO

the glitz & glamor of blogging like these two mega-bloggers? PERHAPS

Frankly, it's all about standing tall with your views and opinions and let alone influence people, getting people agree with your ideas. Oh so chic!

WHY FASHION?

Where else you can see things outrageous like these if not in the wonderful of fashion?

Oh yes this is "A" shoe!!!

BUT

FASHION I$ INDEED EXPEN$IVE!





= RM10,000!!!

So, what are you waiting for? GO BARGAIN!!!

1. Polo Ralph Lauren from warehouse=RM80 (usual price RM600!)

2. Max Mara metal pleated belt= RM120 (original price RM600!)

3. Marc by Marc Jacobs tote= RM300 (second hand from a friend RM700!)

4. Zara jeans = RM130 (usual price RM300!)

GO LOOK OUT FOR SALE, WAREHOUSE, BEG FROM YOUR FRIENDS FOR THEIR USED ITEMS, JUST DONT PAY FOR RETAIL!

OH, AND IM JUST SAYING.......

Brown Kenneth Cole Mens Wallet Bifold

Brown Kenneth Cole Mens Wallet Bifold

SELLING!

Topman's Orange Shoe Lab Sneakers

Boy, do I love colors! I have the basics of black and brown, interesting blue, fiery red, eye-popping mint apple shoes and now it's cheery orange's turn. I got them for a 50% discount during their recent half -price sale. Patience is surely a virtue when it comes to bargain hunting!

Authentic Dark Brown Genuine Leather Kenneth Cole Purse

Authentic Dark Brown Genuine Leather Kenneth Cole Purse

Authentic Black Pure Leather Guess Wallet

It is very hard nowadays to find a decent men's wallet from Guess because it's all about purses and handbags but I got this imported authentic black pure leather Guess from a friend in the US. Love the packaging and a hit for the buyers as well!

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Pink Dior Coated Canvas Saddle Handbag

Dior will no longer produce this Saddle collection and I think this is a good buy when I got this small pink coated canvas handbag for a 78% discount from their rare warehouse sale. Even though it has some minimal defects on it, this is a truly remarkable collector's edition!

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White Planet Hollywood Kuala Lumpur T-Shirt

An occasional trip to the Reject Shop has never dissapointed me as they keep on adding interesting stuff like this white already-kaput-Planet Hollywood Kuala Lumpur t-shirt for only RM26.90. Perfect for a gift, a goes down memory lane kindda, to be exact!

SOLD BY REQUEST

CUCI The Musical

I got the chance to watch CUCI The Musical last night at Istana Budaya and it was surprisingly my first visit ever. What can I say, it was an entertaining play. Simple screenplay but a great chemistry among the actors. If we have an equivalent award like the Tony, I had Adibah Noor, AC Mizal & Awie in mind as the supporting actress and actors nominations respectively. I didnt have much time to think about what to wear so I just recycled (as the mighty Anna Wintour also promotes!) my Esprit Cardigan over a checkered shirt on top and a combination of Zara jeans and Adidas sneakers at the bottom. Thanx Jude for the free ticket. It was a blast!

Didn't know that a blue checked shirt goes well with a pink striped cardigan!

Authentic Metallic Gold Pure Leather Coach Wrislet

Authentic Metallic Gold Pure Leather Coach Wrislet

Authentic Mahogany Pure Leather Bifold Coach Wallet

I love everything about this mahogany pure leather bifold wallet. The material is made from water buffalo, the packaging, the size, the colour and the affordable price for a respective brand like Coach

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Authentic Black Pure Leather Trifold Ralph Lauren Wallet

The power of online purchasing is surely in your hands! I got this USD$125 authentic pure leather black trifold Ralph Lauren wallet complete with the gift box for only a fraction of that price. Based on the experience, guys prefer small and compact wallets

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Blue Striped Balmain Homme Long Sleeves Shirt

The house of Balmain is one of the hottest collections in Paris Fashion Week this year and I didn't miss the chance to own this blue striped Homme long sleeves shirt one courtesy of FOS, Midvalley Megamall for only RM39. Simply love the irregular vertical stripes. Not really sure how relevant to the house but as long as it has the "name", I'm totally cool with it!

Teluk Belanga

You guys already knew that Im not fond of wearing the traditional baju Melayu but for my company's open house for Hari Raya and with the conjuction of Friday prayer, I had borrowed my friend's Teluk Belanga which was sewed by a friend of his, a student from UITM for only RM50! I didnt wanna it to be stiffeningly formal so I opted for an all red accessories of Sampin and my Zara sneakers. A rock on Hari Raya, eh?

Harrods Kate's Cat Gusset Tote

This is a very cute Harrods Kate's Cat Gusset Tote which is fully imported. FYI, "in sewing a gusset is a triangular or square piece of fabric inserted into a seam to add breadth or reduce stress". I love the cuteness of the cats in various types and the "Harrods" trademark. A well mixed between adorable and practical

Man in Red

Today is my b-day and I was decked in a red ensemble (discounted of course, you know me!) for my lunch and dinner celebrations. I am truly blessed to be surrounded by good people in my life including my colleagues who gave all sorts of these presents. Lovely thoughts. Thank you very very very much!

ChicNCheap on Holiday

(Thanks for the readers who have asked me if I ever put on more casual looks so this thread is some sort of the proper answer)

Most of us would rather travel in style but I did Bangkok in ChicNCheap with my friends earlier earlier this year. As seen here waiting the train traveling from Silom to the exciting Chatuchak market in RM20 H&M t-shirt found at the Reject Shop, an RM30 Billabong knee length short bought from FOS, a pair of 50% discount Armani Exchange slippers and the ever favorite monogram Gucci tote for a high-low mix and match

Red Zara Sneakers

One of my best buddies bought this red Zara sneakers as a b-day present after checking out any futher markdowns and indeed this pair has been slashed to a greater RM89.90 from an original price of RM139.90. Thanks Princess!

White Beaded-Collared British India Top for Women

I couldn't help myself from loathing this particular brand for its ever ridiculous pricing for that kind of material and design (if somebody could explain why) but I am helping a friend to sell this pricey RM389 white beaded-collared British India top for women that she got it for free and unused as a gift. Please give me the best price via adore@usweekly.com. Thanks!

SELLING!

Black Zara Vested T-Shirt

My prayers for a further markdown on this black Zara vested T have been answered by the markdown from RM70 to RM50 during the seasonal clearance but the size is a bit off. I put it on for Anggun's showcase held at the J.W Marriott, Bukit Bintang, with Zara jeans and sneakers, limited edition batik inspired Swatch cum bracelet and golden shimmering Prada wallet

Swatch Clearance Sale

I am not a big fan of watches but helping my aunt to resell back her Swatches from abroad for unbeatable prices! The usual prices for these collections are between RM250 and above but you can expect far less than that. You can email me at adore@usweekly.com. Thanx!

SELLING!

Best Dressed Emmy 2009: Olivia Wilde in Spring/Summer 2010 Marchesa

Skin is in for my Best Dressed Emmy 2009: Olivia Wilde in "an asymmetrical, one-shouldered Spring/Summer 2010 Marchesa dress with a bare back,full skirt and twisting swath of skin down the front". So ethereal!

S Size Canterbury Rugby T-Shirt

S Size Canterbury Rugby T-Shirt

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XL Canterbury Rugby T-Shirt

XL Canterbury Rugby T-Shirt

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Black & Grey CNC by Costume National T-Shirts

I got these black & grey CNC by Costume National t-shirts during my first time visit to Jakarta for only RM30. For an outing to my former boutique in KLCC (I used to work part time during and after studying) to visit friends who still working there, I paired the grey one with my Energie jeans, Maxmara metal plates belt, Passport slippers and the newest member of ChicnCheap family, the Chloe "Elvire" tote. And for the record, they are all discounted!

The Stripes

When you love fashion, you will try your very best to look good in any occasions, just for fun. All dressed up for my birthday dinner at Chatz Brasserie, The Park Royal Kuala Lumpur, I debuted all the stuff that I bought during the sale carnival except the Adidas sneakers. Initially, I wanted to done my brown Zara sneakers to match with the brown Chloe tote but I opted out for an all colorful The Stripes ensemble that include the blue striped sneakers, red and white striped Esprit belt and yellow lining Kwan long sleeves shirt

Brown Chloe "Elvire" Tote

For a 80%, this is undoubtedly one of the biggest bargained in the history of ChicnCheap, interms of a brand courtesy of a clearance sale by Valiram held at the J.W Marriott, Kuala Lumpur. Chloe is not as popular as other fashion houses but they sure got the once-It bag, the Paddingtons. But this brown tote from "Elvire" collection is enough for me! The trademark is the fan-like ornaments on the bag

White Kwan T-Shirt with Yellow Lining

I have always welcomed a nice twist of a bit here and there on a plain white shirt like this Kwan's with yellow lining for only RM49 from Isetan, Suria KLCC. Cuteness!

Brown Passport Slippers

I wasnt whole-heartedly wanted to buy this brown Passport slippers but I couldnt find any interesting discounted ones but for a best buy of RM59.90 and they look good on my feet, I think it was a good buy, for now. You can still find them at Parkson, Suria KLCC

Striped Esprit Cardigan

Surprisingly, this is the first ever cardigan that I ever bought and luckily I got it for a big sum of 87% discount. I just thought it could be more funner to have some cloth layering style and guys, if you dont wanna saught after more clothes, you can always buy one outside to cover all inside

Black Sisley Hobo Bag with White Trimmings

Of all the bags that were discounted for 50%, this black hobo with white trimmings was the best buy because of its size, design and colour. Love the spaciousness, the woven and tassel ornaments and also the white detailing on a black basic bag making it more interesting

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Colour Block/ Brown Skinny Zara Corduroy

I almost forgot that I have this 50% discount brown skinny Zara corduroy so as usual, I will make use the most out of it by pairing it with my 50% off pink Esprit polo and lime green Zara espadrilles for a shopping trip and later

I paired it with my floral Ikka that I found from FOS short sleeves shirt for the annual breaking fast organized by my ex-school mates at Kelab Darul Ehsan. I think tugged out floral shirt was appropriate because the environment was kindda garden-ish and informal, relaxing.

Who says you cant have fun colour blocking with discounted items?

How To Work Your Mango Tango Orange Crocs Part Deux

I found my "vintage" Wrangler beggy skateboarding-ish jeans circa 2005 and decided to channel Katie Holmes' infamous boyfriend's jeans look just for a laugh after buying my delicacies for breaking fast and teaming up with the ever ridiculous Crocs and my MTV limited edition t-shirt for a touch of sloppy matchy matchy kind of orangish/yellowish ensemble

Red & White Fabric With Leather Woven Buckle Esprit Belt

I love the colour and material combinations which fit for a funky look with jeans of this red & white fabric with leather woven buckle Esprit that I got for a 67% discount. More of this please!

Esprit Leather Woven Belt

Im so in need for another brownish belt to be paired with brown pant/jeans and I found this Esprit leather woven for a 70% discount. So timely!

Energie 70% Off Jeans

I wasn't sure why Energie is having a total wiped out up to 90% sale now but wasnt surpise because the pricing was way tad too ridiculous for our shore and luckily I got this 70% off jeans retailed at RM779 for only RM233.70! I decided to splurge on a branded jeans because my last Zara lasted for 3 years and it is easier for me because I'm not fussy with all the cuttings and all. Good quality and comfy matters the most

Seed 70% Sale Long Sleeves Stripe Shirts

I am such a lucky guy who occasionally encountered with much needed discounts on working shirts and I did meet with this fabulous 70% off Seed sale at Isetan, Lot 10 for long sleeves stripe shirts. Can you imagine they were retailed at outstanding RM109 before I grabbed them for only RM32.70 each!

Red, Purple & Brown Patent Leather Jaspal Long Purses

These Bottega Venetta-inspired woven patent leather Jaspal long purses come in three different radiant colors of red, brown and purple. Instead of being just purses, they can be used as clutches too, due to their sizes. Simply love the smell too!

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White Esprit Handbag

Personally I think this is one of the strongest handbag design ever from Esprit and cant believe it is on sale. The background color of white is perfect to highlight every inch of the detailing which is very prominent

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Lime Green, Brown and Baby Pink Esprit Sling Bags

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I just got this lime green Esprit sling bag for a cool 50% on the brink of a warehouse sale and I totally in love with the striking color. It goes well with my golden brown RM50 Micheal Kors shirt and green Zara espadrilles too!

and this brown version is for someone who likes it simple and classy


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and soft baby pink for a girlish, sweet appeal


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Brown & White Lacoste Leather + Tweed Sneakers

This pair is actually a tad too big for my size but I really like the school-ish straps and I really love the mixtures betwwen tweed and leather. I am letting it go just in case there is anyone who is interested in. Don't hesitate to email me!

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Black Pleated Nine West Handbag

This is also a simple black pleated handbag courtesy of Nine West for a 50% discount. A new released stock, I expect a fast sell out due to it's design simplicity and a super affordable price

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Black Pleated Zara Handbag with Metal Handle

This special priced black pleated Zara with metal handle is truly a knockout for someone who likes everything simple yet sophisticated and surprisingly cheap too. I have been told that this particular handbag is a huge sells out. Keep your finger crossed for the second wave of new stocks coming!

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Mind Bridge Purple T-Shirt

I love everything about this Made in Korea brand Mind Bridge purple t-shirt starting from its colour, material and design. I got it from FOS for only RM23

Hush Hush!

Nothing more exciting than dressing up casually to work like there was nothing wrong by mixing and matching between formal ( a tugged in collared T from CK Jeans for RM30 from the Reject Shop) and informal (Adidas sneakers). Well, at least I went to work!

Canterbury T-Shirt

My friend wants me to help him selling this cool Canterbury t-shirt that he just got from UK and the original price stood at a pricey RM300 for only RM220 because he got a problem with the sizing. M size here looks like a gigantic L/XL! Anyone interested can private message me. Thanx!

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Lazy Day

For a lazy day Wednesday, I just put on a discounted RM70 blue striped Dockers found at Sogo, an RM20 white pleated Padini shirt and a matching black shoes and belt. White shirts are useful as the natural color for light colored pants

Disney's Winnie The Pooh Bag

I just bought a new Dior Homme Sport and got this RM20 Metrojaya voucher. I went to The Curve and the items were a bit dissapointing so I just the voucher for this RM19.90 Disney's Winnie The Pooh mini bag for my youngest niece. So cute!

Sweet Suede

I seriously need to have more suede belt like this Guess to pair with the large khakis Zara suede bag and a matching Penguin batik inspired print shirt

Francesco Smalto Long Sleeves Shirts

Now I know why people like to go to Sogo. I would have to say it is a very nice place to find good bargains. You see, when you were with a sea of people with children, some even were not locals, who were spending for discounted items regardless of the labels, hoping to spend wisely, you tend to appreciate how lucky you are to have a blessed life, decent work and lovely family/friends

Anyway, these are things that I got for today's visit. First up, a multi-colored striped Francesco Smalto long sleeves shirts for only RM22 from an original price of RM159, a staggering 86% discount!

and a pink checked from the same label, again also for RM22 from an original price of RM139, a cool 84% discount. This is by far the biggest discount I have ever encounted for this label. Hurry, while stock lasts!

Ikka Floral Shirt

I dont really prefer floral t-shirt because I dont live in Hawaii but this cherry blossom and painting-ish Ikka shirt really caught my attention because of the whole softer look. I bought it for only RM39.90 from FOS, Berjaya Times Square