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An astounding twist on ‘The Wizard of Oz’ and it’s super WICKED awesome! Last weekend, I caught the best musical ever – Wicked, the untold story of the witches of Oz. As the title suggests, it tells the story of the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch way before Dorothy came into the picture. It is basically a prequel of the famous childhood story, The Wizard of Oz. To be honest, The Wizard of Oz has never made sense to me when I was a little girl. Let me break it down for you. Dorothy’s house lands on a witch and kills her, then D wears the dead witch’s slippers, and she meets cute friends on the way and arrives in a brightly lit green city and meets this weirdo, I mean balloonist (Wizard of Oz) who couldn’t even get her home. All that trouble for nothing. Well, it was not until I got older that I realized the possibility of the story being a political satire. Anyway, the point I am trying to make is, I’m glad Gregory Maguire ‘cleared the air’ by writing this story. Now everything makes more sense. (Though it could have other political connotations but that’s another story.) By the way, I need to clarify that this is NOT a sponsored review. I’m doing this review because it is not everyday that a world renowned broadway musical performs in Singapore and I really think you guys should go catch it, especially if you are a tyro in musicals. Of course, the existence of Honeyz is to justify your purchase decisions and hence I decided to do a pictorial review on this world class musical and show you why it truly deserves all the plaudits it has received so far. 🙂 Here goes! Before I leave the house… Make up? Checked! Tickets? Checked! One more photo before I leave?? Checked!!! I arrived at the Marina Bay Sands theater and was greeted by this gift shop that sold mostly Wicked souvenir merchandise and some of The Lion King’s ‘leftover’ gifts. Wicked musical soundtracks! Spotted a buncha enthusiastic kids who got me more excited about the musical! Yay! I bought the Emerald tickets which entitles me to… … a nice drink You can choose to have soda or alcoholic beverages. And I chose champagne! … and a secret souvenir. I was hoping they would give me the musical soundtrack. Well…. Fat hope! It’s a WICKED cap! (Which is just as great, really.) Oh no, It’s a WICKED VIP cap! Now that’s better. They sold programme booklets at SGD20 at the entrance. Is it worth the 20 bucks? Well, you judge for yourself. It includes beautiful photos from the musical (both Australian and American production). Actors’ profiles. Sidetrack: I really love Jemma Rix’s peachy singing voice! Also, a very interesting read on the inspirations behind Wicked by its author, Gregory Maguire. Profile of the creative team. And summarized information on the WICKED cast, the musical orchestra and the songs on the soundtrack. The back cover is a photo of the famous Wizard of Oz! Alright, back to the musical. Giant WICKED poster outside the theater. It’s photo time! The Marina Bay Sands Theater And then, it was time to enter the theater for the musical. Oh wait! I need to remind you that the musical is 2 hours and 30 minutes long with a 15-minute intermisson. This means toilet break is not until 1 hour and 45 minutes later so you might want to visit the restroom before you enter the theater. Also, good news. You are allowed to bring food and drinks purchased from concession stands into the theater. On the way in, you’ll see another souvenir merchandise stall that is all out to entice you to buy more. Run!! In the theaters, finally. The famous Time Dragon Clock No more videos and photos allowed so fast forward… I have a penchant for travel and musical souvenirs so naturally, I was also lured into the souvenir store which retails quirky and eye-popping emerald WICKED merchandise. Bought a wicked glitter globe! It features Glinda and Elphaba on their first day in the Emerald City of Oz and it plays “One Short Day” when its wind-up musical mechanism is wound. Here’s ‘One Short Day’. Close ups The back of the glitter globe. I thought the experience at Marina Bay Sands was splendid except the non-existent tardiness policy. 10 minutes into the musical, I was shocked to see human shadows in front of me. Yes. There were still people strolling into the theater. The MBS theater website mentioned that late admission is not permitted so I totally don’t get that at all. Overall, I was impressed with the great performance, excellent venue, incredible lighting effects and amazing soundtrack even though it’s the touring troupe. It is undisputedly the best musical in the world. 4.5 Honeyz crowns for the experience at MBS! (0.5 crowns for the punctuality problem, otherwise, the musical is perfect.) It’s closes on 22 April 2012 and tickets are selling like hot cakes so.. you know what you have to do. 🙂 Before I sign off, I thought you might be interested to see how Jemma Rix turn into green beauty, Elphaba. More photos of Wicked at WICKED’s Facebook Page. Thanks for reading! Cheers! #broadwaymusical #lifestyle #travel #Wicked

Another fashion review to satisfy edacious shopping appetites. I checked out three Agneselle dresses as I typed the above. Yes! I was referring to my own appetite too. -_- Anyway, I hope you belles had a wonderful Valentine’s Day yesterday, strutting around in your beautiful Vday dresses and your dates’ arms! This was Victoria’s Secret’s Facebook Page’s status today: How was your V-Day? Any change in relationship statuses out there? I thought it is pretty cool and let me know if there is any change in yours. *winks* Pink hues always remind me of the very romantic Saint Valentine’s Day. Since I’m still indulging in the sweetness of Vday, today’s fashion review will be on Agneselle’s Premium Chiffon Jumpsuit in Rose Pink! Agneselle Premium Chiffon Jumpsuit in Rose Pink Click to see it on AE Afterthoughts… There are many flare pants jumpsuits out there and somehow this one caught my attention. It is nuanced by its figure flattering waist band, cute ruffles and gorgeous pink hue. I thought the ruffles made me appear a tad curvier too! To be honest, I hesitated getting it at first as I realized from the photos on AE’s website that it does not hide panty lines. (Not a fan of fashion faux pas moments. ) However, after taking a second look, I decided to add it to my shopping cart anyway because it is just too pweeetyyy! *Guilty smile* Indeed, it was the best shopping decision I’ve ever made. The fabric and craftsmanship were way above my expectations. The material felt very soft and comfortable on my skin. I think I could even wear it to sleep. Despite the thin material, the jumper is not sheer at all. I guess the only thing I did not like about the jumpsuit is its back zipper. I would very much prefer it to be at the sides. This beautiful number hides thunder thighs, flatters figure and injects sophisticated glamor into one’s look. I give it 4.5 Honeyz crowns! With all these good points, I’m pretty surprised that it’s still available on Agneselle’s website. Model More coveted review posts on fashion and lifestyle coming up! They include a review on the world renowned musical play ‘Wicked’ and a bag review on Chanel’s latest baby ‘Mademoiselle Bowling Bag’. So stay tuned! P.S. Like Honeyz Facebook Page to receive first hand news on the latest free samples, blog posts and the gamut of privileges that you can enjoy as Honeyz Readers! Your road to a sparkling lifestyle begins here . Your friend, Juliana Disclaimer: I know I’m going to sound like a broken record but I would like to emphasize again that Honeyz fashion reviews are NOT advertorial posts. I do not endorse any of those brands featured. Rather, I’m trying to show you how normal girls (girls with non-supermodel statures) look like in clothing from these famous boutiques. This is to aid you in making informed purchase decisions when it comes to updating your fashion wardrobe. 🙂 #Agneselle #fashion #fashionreview

Honeyz Market sends you some loves and kisses with an extension of the Sara Shantelle Head CPR Christmas special offer to end of February 2012! I want to express my heartfelt appreciation to all of you for your wonderful support for Honeyz Market’s Sara Shantelle Head CPR. I’ve received many positive comments about the product and I’m glad many of you concurred with the effectiveness of the product. Here are some of its stunning properties. The Sara Shantelle Head CPR. (Click here for my review.) – Enhances with wild ginseng extract that aids hair growth. – Instant cooling, minty and refreshing sensation after application! – Most suitable to relieve stress, headaches and migraine. – Spray while at work/school/on the go. Anytime. Anywhere. – Will not mess up hair and may be used with Gel/Wax. And now, not only Daddy likes it… Grandpa is also giving his big thumbs up! Yay! Both grandpa and daddy deems the product as the ultimate ‘medicine’ for headaches and hair loss! This month is THE month where you spread love and appreciation to your loved ones, which includes your mum and dad, grandparents, teacher, boss, best friend, cousin, girlfriend, boyfriend… well basically everyone. 🙂 So the Head CPR would be the best gift idea for this month of love! And now you guys are in luck! To express my gratitude for your wonderful support these past months, I’ve extended the Sara Shantelle 20% discount to end of February! Triple yay! Place orders now by filling in the order form in Honeyz Market! Cheers to a great Valentine’s Day everyone! Note: Product may only be effective for mild and tension-type headaches. If you suffer from more severe conditions such as frequent or acute headaches, we strongly advise you to consult a doctor. #SaraShantelle #beauty #HoneyzMarket #HeadCPR #advertorial

Advertorial Love is in the air once again! ❤ So what is the best gift for a girl on Valentine’s Day? Curious, I asked some guy friends what they think and these are their responses. Question: What do you think is the best Valentine’s Day gift for a girl? Wow… I did not foresee these answers at all. (I was expecting them to say teddies, chocolates, flowers or any other cliche Valentine’s day gift. So I was wrong. Guys can be hopeless romantics too. :P) Very sophisticated gift ideas we got there. Really sweet and thoughtful too. Well said guys! Ah… It’s Valentine’s Day again – a day where we celebrate the spirit of love and togetherness. On this special day, the best gift for me is time. The past year has not been easy for me due to work commitments and heightened responsibilities. I feel that I may have lost myself somewhere along the way. So Valentine’s day will be a great day for me to indulge in time and rediscover and nurture myself again. 😀 So this is how I imagine my Valentine’s Day to be like… Nails proudly sponsored by Nail Indulgence De Beau. As it has been said many times, you don’t have to rely on a boyfriend/girlfriend to make Valentine’s day more fulfilling. Spending time with yourself and showing affection to your family and friends can make this Vday just as meaningful and special too. 😀 Colors I used on my Valentine’s Day gelish nails. Color: Make a Difference Color: Water Field Color: Metro 03007 Color: High Voltage Nails were specially designed by pretty Joey. Joey Like the nails? I have GREAT NEWS for you. Quote ‘Honeyz‘ at Nail Indulgence De Beau (uBeau) to enjoy a gelish nail manicure at $35. (Priced at $50 originally.) So ladies (and gentlemen), bring your mommy, grandma, girlfriends and aunties to Nail Indulgence De Beau too! With these low rates, everyone can afford to be pampered with manicures and pedicures! Nail Indulgence De Beau (uBeau) is located at No. 1 Liang Seah Street, #02-14. (Opposite Bugis Junction) You may call them at +65 6333 1687 for an appointment. (Remember to quote ‘Honeyz’!) Click here to view their Facebook page! This Valentine’s Day, paint some love on those nails with Nail Indulgence De Beau Gelish Nails too! Your friend, Juliana #gelishnails #gelishnailpolish #uBeau #nailsreview #advertorial #nails #ValentinesDay #NailIndulgenceDeBeau

Gung Hei Fatt Choy! Before you go on your next virtual shopping spree and spend all that Ang Pao moolah, please read this next fashion review which features Hello Blogshop’s White Gerberra Jacket ! Hello Blogshop’s White Gerberra Jacket Afterthoughts… I’m a huge fan of outerwear. Not only do they instantly glam and toughen up one’s look, they also individualize common and popular outfits. So I’m constantly on the hunt for covetable outerwear. So far Hello Blogshop has not let me down with their chic tops and girly dresses. This time, the lovely owners of Hello Blogshop decided to sponsor Honeyz Fashion Review with their latest best seller – White Gerberra Jacket. I thought it is a pretty interesting piece. My friends commented that I look like a doctor in this cute blazer. 😛 (Get me my stethoscope!) Anyway, my most favorite part of the blazer is its navy seal button which instantly exudes the wearer’s femininity and elegance. The peach fabric feels thinner than the usual thick fabric used for jackets. I like that since most blazers are unsuitable for summer wear. The craftsmanship is so so. I spotted a number of loose threads on the jacket. The cut is slightly big and loose so it hides the contours of my body shape. That is great for days where I have ‘I feel fat’ blues. Other days, pair it with a mini skirt or shorts to create a slimmer appeal. All in all, I will give this 3.5 Honeyz crowns for its affordable price, cute design (that comes with functional pockets) and unique peach color. Model P.S. Like Honeyz Facebook Page to receive first hand news on the latest free samples, blog posts and the gamut of privileges that you can enjoy as Honeyz Readers! Your road to a sparkling lifestyle begins here . Your friend, Juliana Disclaimer: I know I’m going to sound like a broken record but I would like to emphasize again that Honeyz fashion reviews are NOT advertorial posts. I do not endorse any of those brands featured. Rather, I’m trying to show you how normal girls (girls with non-supermodel statures) look like in clothing from these famous boutiques. This is to aid you in making informed purchase decisions when it comes to updating your fashion wardrobe. 🙂 #fashion #fashionreview #HelloBlogshop #review

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Perk up your Lunar New Year look with a dash of pink! Remember this pink lace dress from Celebrate Chinese New Year in style with Nail Indulgence De Beau Gelish Nails ? Here’s a quick pictorial recap. Afterthoughts… According to Agneselle, this dress was inspired by Pippa Middleton and Vera Wang Great choices for a fashion inspiration. (It’s ok to be a fashion lemming once in a while. :p) I love the ruched details the most as they hide the bulgy tummy and the less perky bust despite its figure hugging feature. The material is of fine quality too – thick and soft. Here comes the downer. The cutting is completely off base. The bust area was loose for me and the bra can be seen from the lace back. I used a truckload of fashion tape to make the dress look more fitting in this photo shoot. If you hate the hassle, I highly recommend you to wear a nude bra to go with this dress. In addition, the lace cap sleeve has a strong tendency to slide up and so does the hem of the skirt. Not a pretty sight. Although the dress has ‘elegance’ written all over it, its ill-fitting cut is a major turn-off for me since comfortability is non-existent here. Still, $28 is a steal as a design like this may cost more in the brick and mortar boutiques. 3 Honeyz crowns! Model Have a great long Chinese New Year weekend my friends. Gong Xi Fa Cai! Your friend, Juliana Disclaimer: I know I’m going to sound like a broken record but I would like to emphasize again that Honeyz fashion reviews are NOT advertorial posts. I do not endorse any of those brands featured. Rather, I’m trying to show you how normal girls (girls with non-supermodel statures) look like in clothing from these famous boutiques. This is to aid you in making informed purchase decisions when it comes to updating your fashion wardrobe. 🙂 #Agneselle #fashion #fashionreview #review

More photo-worthy dresses from Hello BlogShop this Chinese New Year! Hello Blogshop Orange Camel Dress Afterthoughts… I love the dress’ lovely effortless style. I also get the convenience of a sash where I can tie to the back, side or front to define my waist further and to produce a nice silhouette. The highlight of the dress is definitely its tail hem where the dress is cut longer at the back. This unique feature makes the dress look more fun and flirty than it already is – Sexy at the front and conservative at the back. I like that the dress is versatile enough to wear to work and play and any other special occasions. Add a head band or bangle to inject some boho glamor or layer the dress with a blazer and it instantly produces a more serious look that is great for the office. The quality of the fabric is so-so. It’s on the rough side but not uncomfortable on skin. It is not thin though and this means it may be able to withstand multiple washes. Another downside, it does not come with inner lining so the dress might be slightly sheer under sunlight. The workmanship is great – no loose threads. All in all, I give this 4 Honeyz crowns for its versatility and chic appeal. Model I hope you belles are all prepped for CNY celebration already – bought new clothes, make up, shoes, accessories, etc. For those who are dashing to online stores for last minute CNY shopping. Hold your horses! One more fashion review to go before this CNY for you to make that purchase decision! Meanwhile, have a very good evening and I’ll talk to you very soon. Your friend, Juliana Disclaimer: I know I’m going to sound like a broken record but I would like to emphasize again that Honeyz fashion reviews are NOT advertorial posts. I do not endorse any of those brands featured. Rather, I’m trying to show you how normal girls (girls with non-supermodel statures) look like in clothing from these famous boutiques. This is to aid you in making informed purchase decisions when it comes to updating your fashion wardrobe. 🙂 #fashion #fashionreview #HelloBlogshop

Sashay into a CNY party with confidence and grace with Megagamie’s I’m So Pleaty Skirt! Megagamie I’m So Pleaty Skirt As seen on Mgg Afterthoughts… Comfortability? Checked! Good material and craftsmanship? Checked. Durability? Checked! Adorable yet stylish? Triple checked! Such a cute number! Even though the pleats and navy blue color makes it look like a typical school uniform but the military buttons by the side gave it a light and flirty twist. I wore a Size S and it fits my UK 6 frame perfectly. The waist skirt design and pleats elongated my legs and accentuated my body shape. The length is also safe for work and great for play. The skirt comes in many juicy hues such as in Fuchsia, Beige, Midnight blue and Jetblack. I picked the midnight blue one as it makes the skirt look cute and sophisticated simultaneously. I like the fact that the skirt comes with inner lining as it prevents sheerness under sunlight. For its affordable price and groovy design, I give it a full 5 Honeyz crowns. Model Up next: Hello Blogshop Fashion Reviews Watch out for them. Meanwhile, LIKE  Honeyz Facebook Page to receive first hand news on the latest free samples, blog posts and the gamut of privileges that you can enjoy as Honeyz Readers! Your road to a sparkling lifestyle begins here . Your friend, Juliana Disclaimer:  I know I’m going to sound like a broken record but I would like to emphasize again that Honeyz fashion reviews are NOT advertorial posts. I do not endorse any of those brands featured. Rather, I’m trying to show you how normal girls (girls with non-supermodel statures) look like in clothing from these famous boutiques. This is to aid you in making informed purchase decisions when it comes to updating your fashion wardrobe. 🙂 #fashion #fashionreview #Megagamie #Photography

Advertorial Celebrate the advent of the Year of the Dragon with Nail Indulgence De Beau‘s Gelish Nails! P.S. Nail Indulgence has revised the Honeyz offer for this Chinese New Year to $35. Red is an auspicious color to the Chinese. It signifies good fortune and joy. Needless to say, red was the main color of my Chinese New Year (CNY) nails. Nail Harmony UV Gel Add some bling! Spoilt for choice. Chanel inspired bling. I had to attach nail extensions as the nails on my index fingers were not long enough. Please allow me to present you…. Drum roll please! Nail Indulgence De Beau: The Chinese New Year Edition The Gelish nails were courtesy of Amanda, the pretty owner of Nail Indulgence De Beau. Like the nails? I have GREAT NEWS for you. Quote ‘Honeyz‘ at Nail Indulgence De Beau (uBeau) to enjoy a gelish nail manicure at $35. (The original price is $50.) So ladies (and gentlemen), bring your mommy, grandma, girlfriends and aunties to Nail Indulgence De Beau too! With these low rates, everyone can afford to be pampered with manicures and pedicures! Nail Indulgence De Beau (uBeau) is located at No. 1 Liang Seah Street, #02-14. (Opposite Bugis Junction) You may call them at +65 6333 1687 for an appointment. (Remember to quote ‘Honeyz’!) Click here to view their Facebook page! This Lunar New Year, get all fired up with Nail Indulgence De Beau Gelish Nails! Your friend, Juliana #gelishnails #gelishnailpolish #uBeau #nailsreview #advertorial #nails #NailIndulgenceDeBeau