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Feeling witchy? Decorate and celebrate Halloween with me in my latest vlog! Your ghoulfriend, Juliana

Did you enjoy your long weekend? I went to a Halloween-themed Disney event (which I shared about on Instagram ), saw a few patients with the RESCU Rangers and am now just chilling and waiting for my Grab dinner to arrive. As I was waiting, I was also admiring our little Fall dining table centrepiece that I'm super proud of. I kept the decor very simple this year with a wooden boat tray, some white pumpkins and a bead garland. Head over to the homepage for the shop links of these decor. Also, watch my new vlog documenting the entire decor process! Happy holidays, belles and beaus! Your friend, Juliana

You are the pumpkin to my spice! It's that time of the year again where Starbucks delights our tastebuds with their signature Pumpkin Spice Latte! I profess I fall prey to this yummilicious autumnal drink every time they launch it, then find myself feeling guilty right after as it makes a serious dent on my financial and calorie wallet. So this year, I decided to create my own Pumpkin Spice Latte recipe that (in my honest opinion, and my husband and brother's) tastes just as good as the real thing at three times less the calories! Such a bargain, don't you think? Now let's add some scream and sugar! 👻 Let's talk ingredients! Ingredients: 50g of pumpkin puree (18kcal) 4g of instant coffee (12kcal) 3 dashes of Pumpkin Spice powder (0kcal) 120g of skimmed milk (38kcal) 15g of Walden Farms Maple Walnut Syrup or 2 Equal Classic Sweetener tablets (0kcal) 100g of boiling water (0kcal) 10g of whipped cream (24kcal) Total calories of Jules' Pumpkin Spice Latte (295ml): 92kcal Directions: Mix all the ingredients together with a spoon or milk frother in a microwave-safe cup. Then put the cup in the microwave and heat it for 30 seconds. And et voila! Your very own low-calorie Pumpkin Spice Latte is ready! 'Bone' appetit! 💀 If you do try this recipe , please comment down below or tag me on Instagram - I would love to see you all enjoy this delicious fall cuppa! For more low-calorie recipes, check out my free Fitness and Nutrition ebook or my Flow Hyperthermic Cookbook ! Have a fang-static Halloween, belles and beaus! 🧛‍♀️ Bug, hisses and pumpkin spice wishes, Juliana

As we enter the final stretch of the year, my heart is usually aflutter with an electric buzz in anticipation of Halloween and of course, the most wonderful time of the year, Christmas! However this year – it all felt completely the opposite and it’s no surprise why. After my beloved Ah Gong passed away in May and B had to go for several surgeries along with other happenings, it’s been a truly challenging and testing year for us. Knowing that our Christmas get together this year would be missing one special place at the dining table, it had me torn up inside and instead of looking forward to it, I was starting to dread it. As they say, memories that once made you laugh now make me want to cry and those memories that made me cry now make me want to laugh. Anyone who’s followed me will know how much I adore these times but this year I just found myself questioning so many things and whether there was any point celebrating. Recently, B was given the all clear and suddenly, there seemed to be some glimmer of hope. Other things started to fall into place and it dawned on me that while really a lot has happened this year, I’m still so fortunate and still have so much to be grateful for. It really helped me draw some perspective on what matters and what doesn’t. I have my beloved Ah Ma, my parents and of course B, all there championing my corner in the game of life and as I sat down to centre myself and my thoughts, that spark started to reappear. If anything is clear, it’s that life is fickle, short and I can’t sit around moping and lose valuable time that I could be spending with my loved ones and doing things I find meaningful. With B by my side, better late than never, the Halloween decorations finally came out and so did that warm fuzzy feeling I always get this time of year. The excitement and anticipation started to return. And as my excitement grew so it did in the eyes of my family and they’re all already asking what we’ll be doing for Christmas this year. I know in my heart Ah Gong is always with me and there’s no way he’d want me sitting there like a recluse in a corner, abandoning everything that was important to me. So with Ah Gong in my heart and everyone else who’s been there supporting me all the way, let’s have some fun! Because life’s too serious and no one gets out alive anyway! I was scared of all the things that happened but now I’m more scared of all the opportunities I might miss, so let’s make the most of it! Here’s my Halloween transformation 2019! The Style Squad Nails:  After a long 5-year wait, the Mistress Of Evil is finally back! And Halloween just would not be complete without a Disney villainess manicure. Voila – Magnificent Maleficent! Amanda of Nail Indulgence  nailed it once again! Quote JULIANA for 10% off all services at Nail Indulgence De Beau! Psst! Birthday peeps get an even bigger treat with an extra 5% off! Hair by William x Shunji Matsuo. Psst! Would you like to experience this magical transformation by William too? Quote ‘Honeyz’ to receive 10% off any chemical service by Shunji Matsuo (Ngee Ann) senior stylist, William. And possibly also inherit some of his hairstyling wisdom. Outfits by Joop Boutique. Thank you Joop Boutique for dressing me for the part! Love the knit dress that’s totally apt for fall and the scary season. In case you’re wondering, the loosely knitted dress doesn’t feel hot at all. 💖👍 The second ensemble is not only flattering and stylish, it also made of high quality fabric that’s gonna last many Halloween parties. Hehe! Now gimme all the boos. Ok that hurts… Happy Halloween folks! Your friend, Juliana #Halloween #JoopBoutique

On top of regular physical activities, good sleeping habits and a healthy diet, good health is also inherently linked with a good dose of vitamins and nutrients. So sometimes, I’ll take health supplements to ensure that my body gets adequate quantities of essential nutrients. To be honest, I’m not a supplement advocate because of the many supplement debacles. For this reason, I’ll always scrutinize my supplement ingredients carefully before taking them. These days, I’ve been taking Vita Green’s Lingzhi Supplements which is made of natural Lingzhi herbs. Keep reading to find out why it is the top TCM health supplement in Hong Kong and why I’ve become a fan. Our modern hectic lifestyles make it difficult to maintain a balanced diet, so Vita Green’s Lingzhi health supplements make sure you take in enough nutrients to protect your organs and keep them healthy with their key ingredient, Lingzhi. Lingzhi (Reishi) is the rarest and most precious of Chinese medicinal herbs, renowned for its superb healing powers and free from side effects. Lingzhi has long been prized for its ability to strengthen the heart, boost energy, improve memory, refine the complexion, promote good circulation, restore health and lead to longevity. Vita Green Lingzhi not only enhance human immune system, it also facilitate detoxification, improve complexion, slow down aging and rich with anti-oxidant. Here’s a quick list of its full benefits: beauty anti-aging Improve appetite and energy levels anti-oxidant reduce allergy symptoms reduce white hair reduce age spots improve sleep And it achieves these great benefits by combining six different types of Lingzhi. Each colour of Lingzhi serve different functions and benefits white for lungs green for liver and eyes black for brain and kidneys violet for replenish vital energy red for joints skin and heart yellow for spleen and intestines It is recommended to take one to two capsules daily for maximum health benefits. Afterthoughts… I always had trouble swallowing pills. The gag reflex seems to kick in everytime I open a pill bottle so I was extremely glad that the lingzhi capsules were not too large. I could swallow them easily. I’ve been taking the supplements for a week now and so far, I haven’t witnessed any major improvement on my skin but I did experience an energy boost while jogging. I run 30 minutes on the treadmill every week and each time, it’s a huge torture. I usually feel breathless and tired after a mere 10 minutes. I did my weekly run again two days ago and alarmingly, I did not feel tired and could even run an extra 10 minutes more than the usual 30. I usually feel sluggish in the mornings. These days, I feel more energized and my mind feels clearer and refreshed. So if you’re looking to perk up for an important meeting or study for your exams, the lingzhi supplements might be the way to go. On top of alleviating tiredness, I’ve also been able to sleep better in the night. With long term use, I hope to bid my insomnia problem goodbye. Each bottle contains 72 capsules which will last about 2.5 months. I’ll continue taking them everyday in the next couple of months and will let you know via my facebook page if I notice any significant improvement in my complexion. Meanwhile, 3.5 Honeyz crowns for its energy boosting properties. The Vita Green Lingzhi is now available on Shopee at SGD81.75. For more exclusive content on product reviews, beauty tutorials, style books or to receive the full gamut of privileges as Honeyz readers, like my Facebook Page at www.facebook.com/ilovebunny.net Your road to a sparkling lifestyle begins here . Your friend, Juliana Disclaimer: Please be rest assured that even though the products were sponsored, it does not have any bearing on the content of this post. Opinions stated are objective and genuine. Also note that all sources, information, content, links are valid to change at any time. #beauty #beautyreview #SponsoredReview #VitaGreen

Watch me juggle between being a fashion, fitness and lifestyle content creator and running a mobile clinic in Singapore. I also visited a completely human-less, self-serviced Thai restaurant and a Mexican fast food chain that's utterly transparent with its nutrition info. Thanks for being here! See you on the vlog! Your friend, Juliana

“Life is full of surprises and and serendipity. Being open to unexpected turns in the road is an important part of success. If you try to plan every step, you may miss those wonderful twists and turns. Just find your next adventure - do it well, enjoy it - and then, not now, think about what comes next.” — Condoleezza Rice I can't agree with Ms Rice more. I talk a lot about self-care in my last few favourites posts, and in this edition, I want to bring another important intention to light and that is self-investment . And that's what I've been trying to do since I signed up for a gym membership on the last day of 2019. Since then, I've become a Certified Personal Trainer, wrote our own fitness and nutrition plans and most recently, after many intensive months of studying, your girl is now a Certified Nutrition Coach! (If you've watched my last vlog , this is probably old news for you already. Hehe!) Besides investing money in financial assets, I also spent the last couple of years investing in my biggest asset - me . 😃 I do this by continually enhancing my knowledge about fitness and wellness topics through internationally recognised courses which not only provide a certification but a close-knit community that keeps your journey in check and regularly updates you about the latest health research. These are all extremely helpful for my fitness ventures. I was never a fitness buff. The only time I worked out regularly was a few months before my wedding. I never thought that one trip to the gym would change my goals so drastically but I'm so loving it! I strongly urge you to get lost in this wonderful life of yours and hopefully discover other treasures along the way too. And with this, please allow me to introduce to you some of my other self-investments of the season! Enjoy! THEFACESHOP fmgt x Dew E Dew E Collection What do you do when you like the girly frills but still wanna be taken seriously as a woman?? You go the boudoir burlesque route! THEFACESHOP’s latest collab with ultra hot Korean celeb fashion brand Dew E Dew E does all that and more! Open the Wardrobe Doors ($50) to reveal a magical eyeshadow palette (talk about a Narnia moment!) while the new upgraded Inklasting Cushion ($38, 24ml) creates the perfect second skin for any look! The colour accents complement your skin's natural blush while the packaging makes it the ideal accompaniment to any vanity station! THEFACESHOP fmgt x Dew E Dew E collection is now exclusively retailing at THEFACESHOP retail stores islandwide. THEFACESHOP fmgt Lip Glaze Good things come in twos! Here's another THEFACESHOP product recommendation! THEFACESHOP is revolting against the stiff upper lip with their ultra-juicy new fmgt Lip Glaze line! From a natural tint through various dangerously glam shades of rouge, this dewy lip gloss adds powerful shine via a custom S-shaped applicator that perfectly matches the contours of your lips for maximum coverage with each glide. The tint is smudge-proof, non-sticky, lasts for ages, smells delicious and most importantly, delivers a powerfully glam punch to your pout! You’ve heard the term if looks could kill, now it might just be true! Watch my swatch video and let me know which is your favorite hue! Mine’s Baby Blush! 😍 THEFACESHOP fmgt Lip Glaze ($20, 5ml) comes in six natural yet romantic shades and is available now at THEFACESHOP retail stores and the official online store . Dr. Barbara Sturm STURM INSIDE Supplements Dr. Barbara Sturm is a name that continues to rapidly gain popularity in the skin care world thanks to her much sought after, non-surgical, anti-aging products. As you can imagine, no matter what you apply on your skin, if you’re not taking good care of yourself in every other sense, it’s just a matter of time before your skin starts to show signs of this! Dr. Barbara Sturm is here to take things up a notch but not with more products to apply, this time she’s taking a more holistic approach, to go hand in hand with their existing products, to deliver great skin from inside out! We are of course talking about oral supplementation to help fill in the gaps in our nutrition, a frequent consequence of modern life. After taking their questionnaire, I was recommended the Skin Anti-Pigmentation supplement containing Copper, Vitamin C and Vitamin E as well as the Good Night supplement containing Niacin and Vitamin B6 from their freshly-launched the STURM INSIDE supplements range. After two months of regular use, nope, there’s no night and day difference but I do feel there is a difference. I’m sleeping more soundly and while my pigmentation and freckles have not magically vanished, I haven't seen new ones popping up. My complexion also does look brighter and more vibrant. Take a gander at my before and after pics to see if you agree?! These STURM INSIDE supplements are now available at $105 each. Lenskart International Women’s Day Collection While we all like to make New Year’s resolutions, if you want to give those dreams a chance of being something more, you have to take moments to take a breather, reflect and see if you’re still on track! International Women’s Day is one of those days for me! With almost half of the year already gone, on a day that celebrates the amazing achievements of women everywhere, I find it’s the perfect time for me to pause each year and review my ventures and whether I’m moving the needle in a direction that would make my peers proud! As I get out my trusty journal, I’m proud to wear these new spectacles courtesy of Lenskart and featuring designs by local designer, Samantha Quek of @cupplets . They perfectly embody the values of International Women’s Day! I haven’t worn new spectacles in over 5 years and this lush design, inspired by none other than our Botanical Gardens to embody a sense of liberation and freedom, feels like the ideal pairing to my current mood. Let’s keep this ball rolling ladies, 2022 is ours! The Lenskart International Women’s Day Collection is priced at $248 and available online and in Lenskart stores. Pixi Glow Tonic Never thought I would say this again but I'm in desperate need of a skin makeover. I'm in my mid-30s and I truly thought the days of zits and acne are behind me but I can't be more wrong. They seem to be manifesting on my poor skin lately, undermining my pride all over again just like my teeny bopper days. The difference now is I'm not going to sit on my laurels and let 'nature take its course'. We need an intervention. I sprinkled a little Pixi dust 3 weeks ago and I must say, I'm pretty happy with the results! Pixi’s Glow Tonic has won effusive praise left, right and centre and I thought it's about time you see the prowess of this legendary product. I applied it on my face every morning and evening since late March and initially, it felt a little tingly on my sensitive skin. I supposed it's due to the small concentration of Glycolic acid that is known for its abilities to fight acne and reduce hyperpigmentation. After a week, the sensation disappeared and my skin looked visibly clearer. Swipe to see the before and after shots! Do you see a difference? Have you tried Pixi’s Glow Tonic too? Sound off in the comments please!!! KSisters Jung Beauty Hair Treatment Products Go from hot mess to hot mane in 7 seconds! Say annyeonghaseyo to the new KSisters Jung Beauty 7 Second Instant Nourish Water Treatment for Hair & Scalp and reformulated Leave-In Keratin Hair Treatment! I've been using them to tame my frizzy hair for the past few weeks. They are generously formulated with a bunch of absolutely revitalising, reparative and wholesome ingredients that help to boost moisture and improve elasticity while working to detangle your tresses and balance your scalp sebum-moisture level. After application, the hair remains smooth and glossy all day. Here comes the interesting part - even when I rinse my hair at the end of the day, they still feel like they've been conditioned and treated by a heavy duty conditioner. My hair still feels very smooth even in the shower. What sorcery is this??? Check out the results in the photo above! You can't tell from the photos but the scalp treatment also reduced my dry and flaky scalp problem. Well, who can say no to a home hair care spa treatment? These JUNG Beauty products are now available on Ksisters' online store. As always, I hope you guys had fun going through my favourites list. What are YOUR current must-haves? Share all the scoop with me by commenting below! Meanwhile, follow me on Instagram too for all the latest and greatest beauty, style and home decor content! Thanks for being here and keep sparkling you guys! Till next time! Your friend, Juliana

Join me on a mini food adventure where I try some of the tastiest Japanese food in Singapore and soju-ed the night away with my family. I also shared some of my key lessons I learnt in my 30s. Thanks for being here! See you on the vlog! Your friend, Juliana

Lace and Buttons contributes to Breast Cancer Awareness month by releasing an exclusive selection of pink apparels that promises to up your style cred by tenfold! The founder of Lace & Buttons, Prudence, has been a strong advocator of women issues and a regular speaker for the Breast Cancer Awareness campaigns. This fall, the passionate entrepreneur displays her support for Breast Cancer Awareness by conjuring up a brand new Pink Collection for her beloved Lace & Buttons fans. 😀 The vogue collection consists stunning pink dresses, comfy tops, smart blazers and sexy floral shorts that were proudly modeled by celebrity blogger and Breast Cancer Awareness supporter Moonberry . Psst! Part of the proceeds from the sales of this collection will be donated to the Singapore Cancer Society. I was deliriously happy when Prudence sent me this beautiful peach number to showcase on Honeyz. Also felt honored that I was indirectly involved in spreading awareness about her Pink campaign. 😛 I paired the dress with a striking pair of turquoise heels and an eye-catching statement necklace for a feminine everyday look. Then I layered a denim jacket over the dress and replaced the heels with a pair of fringe boots for some boho chic. Afterthoughts… The dress has ‘bohemian glam’ written all over it and I love its versatility and instant slim appeal. The pastel color and flattering cut of the dress made me appear smaller than I look. I like how the waist band cinched my waist to give the illusion of a smaller looking waist.' Well, not all parts (of the body) reduced in size I guess. 😛 The v-neck feature added subtle sexiness and made my less-endowed figure looked fuller. The conversational prints also injected life into the dull peach fabric and this made the dress ideal for picnics, beach frolicking and vacations. Layer it with a sharp blazer and you’re all ready to rock the office! The fabric felt very soft and comfortable on my skin. Craftsmanship is pretty good for its low price. However, the arm holes are slightly huge for my small frame so a nude bra is recommended if you’re a UK6 like me. My most favorite feature of the dress is its ‘Y- back’ which adds a tinge of sass and uniqueness to the overall look. For its comfortable fabric, laid-back style and noble cause (Breast Cancer Awareness), 3.5 Honeyz crowns! Photography Model Psst! That’s not all for the Lace & Buttons Breast Cancer Awareness campaign. On top of the beautiful Pink Collection, Lace & Buttons is also giving away limited edition Golden Retriever Breast Cancer Awareness tote bags to customers who purchase from Lace & Buttons (while stocks last)! So ladies, be on your way to becoming a compassionate fashionista by checking out the Lace and Buttons’ Pink Collection ! Remember to enter promo code ‘Honeyz‘ before checkout to enjoy 5% off your purchases. Happy shopping! 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 #LaceandButtons

Today, I’m not going to talk about beauty, fashion or my event invites, rather, I’m going to touch on something personal and to a large degree – life-changing. After a whirlwind of surprises, I finally have time to catch my breath and breathe all this in – I’m engaged! My boyfriend of 1.5 years gave me the most beautiful and thoughtful proposal a few weeks ago at my favorite hotel – Capella, Sentosa. He even had all this captured on video! Read on for all the scoop! This was where it all began.. … at a Halloween party! How bizzare for a first meeting. 😛 I was the Statue of Liberty and B was the Joker! Meetings turned into dates. Even though we had a great relationship, we never discussed our future plans in detail. ‘Future plans’ meaning weddings, home buying and kids. But I’d secretly wished this beautiful guy with this magnificent personality would one day ask me to marry him. 😛 So a month ago, I received an invitation on Facebook from one of B’s good friends inviting us to a James Bond themed cocktail party at Capella. I did not think too much of it since the guys hold and attend parties almost every weekend. Although I did suspect that the organizer, Lawrence, was going to propose to his long-time girlfriend. I suggested that to B and he too nodded in agreement. On the week of the party, B went all out getting his suit dry cleaned and even got himself a matching bow tie. He spent hours honing his bow tying skills days before the event. Still, I did not ‘smell a rat’ since he’s the type who takes great pride in his appearance. The day before the party, I went to some blogger events with my good friends and fellow bloggers Rusty  and Tiffany . And I even wanted to invite them to Lawrence’s party the next day but decided not to since it could be his proposal to his girlfriend. But I did tell them about it and I remember they seemed unexpectedly excited about it too. Later that evening, I hung out with my good girl friends and they too seemed ‘overly interested’ in my activities the next day. Nevertheless, I still did not think there was anything out of the ordinary. On the day of the party, Tiffany  texted me about a sponsored Bintan trip. The conversation lasted all the way until I reached Capella. Simultaneously, I was also conversing with my good friend Beng who wanted to come over to my apartment for a quick swim. When I arrived at Capella, it was already 7.30pm and the place was pitch dark. And since the place is a hot favorite among wedding couples, I did not suspect the presence of a camera crew and huge LED camera light shining at me. I thought they were probably taking photos of some wedding couple near us . I remember I even gestured B to walk away from the light thinking we might have obstructed their view of the ‘real‘ couple! We didn’t know where the party was and felt pretty lost (or least I was and B pretended to be). So B quickly approached a hotel staff and specifically asked for directions to Lawrence’s party. I was surprised she knew which/whose party we were referring to and quickly directed us there. We were pretty late but I thought that was okay since everyone usually arrives late for such parties but I was surprised to see all his friends already gathering around the bar. I felt so guilty and began to urge B to walk faster. Then, my friends and family appeared out of the woodwork. My first reaction was ‘Oh my god!’. You can actually hear me say that in the video. And I looked around and I saw Tiffany and Beng flashing their widest smiles as well as everyone’s cheeky grins and realized what all this was about. Now you know you can mislead, deceive and trick me all you want and I’ll never be able to figure out the truth. Haha! So it was probably my ‘telekinetic power’ working or something because he finally got down on one knee and popped the long-awaited question! Image courtesy of my good friend Genette . And of course, I said yes! I was really surprised at how everyone could bluff their way through preparing such a romantic proposal because there were many near exposés along the way such as the absence of Lawrence (who was supposed to be the organizer but was actually on a vacation in Boston), the hidden camera crew that was, in truth, made up of my Honeyz Cube colleagues and when grandma insisted that I leave my weekend free for ‘upcoming activities’ earlier that week. I thought that was a pretty weird request really. And of course, I said yes! Anyway, I was extremely surprised and overjoyed. Seriously, who would have expected a James bond party to become my engagement party??? My lovely family While toasting and cheering, B and my family revealed all the ‘pivotal events’ that took place before the proposal such as B asking my dad for his daughter’s hand in marriage, coming up with a fool-proof plan with our friends and finally preparing and rehearsing his proposal speech everyday in the shower! Capella’s Bob’s Bar also did a wonderful job attending to all our requests and serenading us with beautiful ballads performed by their live band. 🙂 Thank you so much everyone for making this so special for me. Our good friends! My bestest gal pals! Our Honeyz Cube team as well as besties! And of course, to B whom now I call my fiancé now, thank you so much for all this. You’ve made me the happiest girl. I can’t wait to walk down the aisle, say I do, make babies and go through life’s up and downs with you! I love you! ❤ See the entire proposal in action by clicking ‘PLAY’! That’s not us on the display but our good friends, E and B who’ll also be tying the knot soon! 😀 The video was cleverly put together by our production team, Honeyz Paint House and Sim Video . Thanks guys for arranging this! Well, my evening didn’t just end there. B brought my family and friends to Long Beach for a delectable dinner and later to M Hotel for this! B arranged for all my stuff to be packed and delivered to Capella first and later surprised me with an ‘engagement-moon’ at M Hotel! I lost count of the number of moments I felt surprised and appreciative of my fiancé’s efforts to make this as memorable for me as possible. Now that I’m on my way to becoming a bride in a year’s time, I’ve begun to subscribe to wedding mags, research on weddings online and also organize my wedding plans by buying this wedding notebook from my favorite stationery store Kikki-K to prevent myself from becoming bridezilla to keep track of dates, budgets and wedding paraphernalia needed. I’ll be documenting my adventures as a bride-to-be in this blog so look out for more Toast and Cheers with Honeyz posts if you need some wedding tips too! *24 April 2016 Update* Our proposal was featured on The Proposal Buzz! Woo hoo! Click here to read the interview – http://www.theproposalbuzz.com/#!A-Surprise-Proposal-Bobby-and-Juliana/c1sbz/569f01540cf2ff2c456e63bb  Till the next post. Meanwhile, toast and cheers! Your friend, Juliana #Wedding #ToastandCheers #KikkiK #Proposal #Capella