Day 4: The Good, the Bad, and the Forbidden

April 22, 2012August 9, 2014 ishgLeave a comment

Early morn:

The Good: Finally indulging our itch to shop after being in China for several days already. Shortly after we arrive from Xian, Phoebe and I freshen up and dart for Qianmen Shopping Street, south of Tiananmen Square.

Bargain hunter's haven at the heart of the city, just south of Tiananmen Square — When Phoebe and I laid eyes on the long row of shops lining the boulevard, we knew we've arrived. The main street holds the posh shops alongside the kitsch; take a random turn into the perpendicular alleys, and you'll be greeted by stalls with cheaper bargains and a whole lot of interesting stands for snacks.

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Inspiringly MAAD

December 11, 2011August 9, 2014 ishg1 Comment

When I can’t wipe the silly smile off my face, that’s when I know I’ve made a good discovery.

MAAD Bright Idea — Definitely was crazy about this bright idea.

Based on my past entries, I think that it’s a well-established fact that I raid flea markets with a fervor of a spendthrift scorned. It was my first time to get wind of the MAAD (Market of Artists and Designers) fetes at Red Dot Design Museum, and boy, was I glad I took time to check out this month’s shindig. Continue reading “Inspiringly MAAD” →

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Vintage Love at Oakham Market

October 16, 2011August 9, 2014 ishg2 Comments

Trendy bears — Obviously, this is where all the fashionable bears go.

I seriously should consider renaming my blog as ‘The Accidental Shopper’.

It began innocently enough. My mission for the day was to sift through Chinatown for some toys and souvenirs for my nephew and niece. Continue reading “Vintage Love at Oakham Market” →

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Fancy a Flea?

October 9, 2011August 9, 2014 ishg3 Comments

I could distinctly remember gaping in disbelief. ‘You bought that dress for only 5 bucks? FIVE BUCKS?!’

That was the first time I heard about flea markets around Singapore, and I’ve been hooked ever since. Around 75% of the things in my closet now are hauls from fleas, mostly steals really, ranging from 2 to 15 bucks (ssshhh!). Continue reading “Fancy a Flea?” →

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My Productive Weekend at the Charles & Keith 2011 Warehouse Sale

September 11, 2011August 9, 2014 ishg1 Comment

My haul from the Charles and Keith 2011 Warehouse Sale — Mine, all mine! *insert evil laugh here*

Hi, I’m Ish and I’m an addict. Continue reading “My Productive Weekend at the Charles & Keith 2011 Warehouse Sale” →

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H&M = Happy Merlion

September 3, 2011September 14, 2011 ishgLeave a comment

Shortly after the National Day and the Presidential Elections, Singapore marked another important milestone — the opening of its first H&M branch along Orchard Road.

Now, how I found myself trading sleep for the chance to join the 5-hour queue still baffles me. Continue reading “H&M = Happy Merlion” →