Of hunting for brogues

Kamille soft brogue shoes by Topshop.

I've been seeing a lot of brogues worn by stylish girls on trams lately, probably on a daily basis and I think they're rather fascinating. Previously viewed as suitable only for men, the right cutting makes it quite sexy for the ladies, imagine pointed toes and pairs revealing much skin (compared to the shoes pictures above)! Ditch ladylike pumps and opt or a pair of brogues- they give an air of chic and cool.

Ross H. on Lookbook.

The most heartbreaking bit about shopping in overseas is that most shoes (that I can afford) have pig skin lining - Aldo, Nine West, you name it! I've emailed Asos and Topshop, too, regarding this. After several replies, it seems that it's impossible to get mid-priced shoes that are not lined with pig skin, even the pair from Topshop, pictured above.

Mimi S. on Lookbook.

Pay lesser and I'll get PU shoes lacking in quality. Only if I pay a lot more - I'm talking about shoes which cost at least $500 - will I get Italian shoes made of calf leather, shell and lining. There's a trade off in everything and the impact is much felt in this dilemma. During times like these I wish I were in Malaysia.

By Asos.

Patience, patience. Kalau ada jodoh tak ke mana, right?

Stacey Lapidus pyramid bracelets

Just arrived, Stacey Lapidus pyramid bangles. I can't decide whether they're yellow or rose gold. One of her accessories I wished I could own back then, found discounted online. Unlike CC Skye's more polished designs, I like the fact that these look as if they were stained and leave an antique feel to it. Unlike many, these bracelets fit my thin arms just fine. Favorite bracelets of the moment!

The final bazaar

Malaysia Hall had its final Bazaar Ramadhan last Sunday. Plenty of stalls opened up and many sold out before it was time. I had the honor of voting for one of my hall mates at the MASCA AGM (he won) at the living hall before joining everyone else at our yard for the bazaar. Sirap bandung, sirap selasih and BBQ chicken were prepared, to be sold.

As, Alynn, Jaja, Tong (what was he doing?!), Rizq and Keri.

At the end of the day, Qila's BBQ chicken tasted like Kenny Rogers'. Or even better. SERIOUSLY!

Nasi lemak with ayam tandoori booth and Qila.

My name is Zaid. I make faces when I see the camera. I think I'm allergic to it.

Alynn on duty (stall chief, maybe?) and Pei watching and cupcakes for sale. They were really good. With walnuts on top! The guys who sold these gave us a few pieces free at the end of the day.

Guests, stall owners and bazaar organizer.

Gerai kuih-muih.

With Alynn and Oya.

Next time when people ask me what the perks of living in Malaysia Hall are, one of them is definitely being where the "things" are at, like this bazaar. It's great fun to be at a bazaar, even when we're all thousands of kilometers away from home, to be able to enjoy Malaysian food (although some had less kick, where is the sambal at??!!).

Ah, time flies so fast. Aidil fitri is coming really soon!

p/s: Thanks Zaid and Irfan for the pictures.