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by Renae Virata
I can hardly believe it’s mid-January already – only one and a half months until my big trips to Thailand and India! Serendipitously, I came across an article touting the amazing stores and features of a new mall in Bangkok called Terminal 21 that I will be sure to check out and review for you guys via video, tweets, and posts. Read the rest of this entry »
by Renae Virata
A break from the winter doldrums is just what many of us need. So if you’re lucky enough to make an escape to somewhere warm and far away, then you need to trade in your sweaters and boots for brightly-colored tanks and sandals. Read the rest of this entry »
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by Dee Mason
Bali, also known as the ‘island of a thousand temples,’ is a small tropical island in South East Asia. Part of the movie ‘Eat Pray Love’ was filmed in Bali, which has massively increased its popularity, though its inherent beauty has always made it a top destination for an exotic getaway long before Julia Roberts paid a visit. Read the rest of this entry »
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by Gillian Chu
Macau, also known as the Vegas of the East, was a colony of Portugal until 1999, so imagine Vegas showgirls meet Cristino Ronaldo. This showy city, just off the coast of China, is know for both its modest population and an overwhelming amount of tourists from China, Korea, and, you’ve guessed it, Portugal. Read the rest of this entry »
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by Gillian Chu
Kuala Lumpur in Malaysia, though host to a number of different religions, is mainly influenced by the Islamic culture, which is reflected in their style of dress. When I was there last summer, I flew in wearing a sleeveless shirt paired with a mini skirt and was awarded with disapproving looks as soon as I arrived at the airport. Avoid my mistake and be more culturally sensitive by covering up where you comfortably can!
In short, Kuala Lumpur is conservative, practical, and relaxed. Read the rest of this entry »
Bali. Photo | Gillian Chu for WeareverTheWeather.com
by Gillian Chu
Singapore is a big melting pot, mixing Chinese, Malaysian, and Indian cultures and influences together. In such a compact island city-state, you have different cultural digs at your fingertips. You can definitely look forward to great finds in the ethnic wear department! The style culture in general, however, is practical, comfortable, and casual. And with so many different worlds and therefore cultural standards converging in one place, you should definitely err on the conservative for historical and religious tours – try this season’s long maxi skirts with a tank and cropped cardi or stylish cropped pants with a funky tee. Read the rest of this entry »
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by Gillian Chu
Shanghai is like a fashion model. She has her glamorous catwalk days and days off where she is in sweats. On any given day in Shanghai, you are bound to bump into fashionistas strolling along in their Louboutin heels and Hermes bags, and factory girls lingering about in their T-shirts and knee length shorts. In three words, Shanghai is diverse, flashy, and flamboyant (read: a place for you to get your creative fashion juices flowing!). Read the rest of this entry »
Photo | Gillian Chu
Whether it’s your first trip to Bangkok, or it’s practically your second home, I would suggest bringing fewer pieces of clothing because you will inevitably be SHOPPING! Bangkok is definitely a shopping paradise, so it is an amazing place to go with your girlfriends (read: leave the significant other at home). I can’t count the hours I have spent in Central World or Siam Paragon.
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Guest blogger and skincare and makeup consultant Sameera Ahmed’s advice for Hong Kong.
Hong Kong is one of the most fashion-forward cities in the world, with its residents definitely unafraid of dramatic color, funky textures, and punk-inspired patterns. And why should the fun stop there? Read the rest of this entry »
