Author: Alfieyah Abdullah

I'm past the night-owl stage. Current status: A permanently exhausted pigeon drowning in coffee.

Harman Kardon, the leading audio engineering design experts have always set listeners up for a dynamic listening experience. Combining superior sound performance, sleek design and state-of-the-art controls, listeners are guaranteed the ultimate audio experience at home.  Pimp Your Parties With The JBL Partybox Series With their vast series range, you’re bound to find a gadget that blends seamlessly into your daily life. Escape the clubs and throw an epic party from the comfort of your own home with their new JBL Partybox Series. Consisting of the JBL Partybox 100, JBL Partybox 300 and Partybox 1000, the range is explicitly dedicated…

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Youtube announces the launch of its music streaming application – YouTube Music. It’s a dedicated music app and web player that hosts official songs, albums, a wide range of playlists and artists radio in addition to YouTube’s vast catalogue of remixes, live performances, covers and music videos. All these perks are available for free with the ad-supported version of YouTube Music. Alongside the app launch, YouTube Music introduced a range of subscription plans in Singapore for ad-free YouTube Music Premium and YouTube Premium. YouTube Music Premium and YouTube Premium now allows you to listen to music while you toggle between…

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Day two of NIKE Singapore’s Energy Week introduces two more pairs of Air Jordans to us. A familiar classic, the Air Jordan Court Purple in low and the Air Jordan XII in the black/white colourway. The original sneakerheads will recognise the clean, classic look that the Air Jordan Court (S$159) has to offer. The low cut sneaker is a more wearable, casual shoe. You can easily pair it with your everyday wear and its timeless quality makes it an even better investment! The purple accents on the sneaker elevate the Air Jordan court, adding a pop of colour to any…

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In lieu of Nike’s Energy Week beginning today, from 6 to 16 November 2019, Nike Singapore will release a new pair of exclusive sneakers at 10 am each day. Kicking off Energy Week are the Air Jordan Couture I’s (S$249) and the Air Jordan I Mid Starfish (S$179) sneakers. A classic model inspired by renowned Basketball player Michael Jordan, the Air Jordan Couture I’s come in sleek black with a bold red racing stripe wrapped around the side—an inspiration from the ‘Banned’ colourway. Instead of the usual soft suede or tumbled leather that Air Jordan’s are known for, the Couture…

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PUMA x SONIC sneaker collaboration is bringing back Sonic, iconic blue hedgehog. He has been dashing across our gaming screens for decades and is now returning to give us a taste of the reminiscent 90s through streetwear.  Combining the famous SEGA character with PUMA’s sport and design aesthetic, PUMA was inspired to release the PUMA x SONIC RS-X3 Sonic Black. The sneakers are available for both children and adults and feature graphic elements from the Sonic universe in the form of abstract colour-blocking. This PUMA x SONIC collection will be available at PUMA Select at Marina Bay Sands from 21…

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When we say kebaya, we think of the Singapore Girl. However, this intrinsic part of our local culture is more than just a uniform. Let The Necessary Stage’s production of Kebaya Homies educate you on the significance of this iconic garment that’s so deeply rooted in our Singaporean heritage. Familiar faces Aidil Mosbit and Siti Khalijah Zainal will bring audiences back in time through a time travel cabaret show. It’s a production fit for both young and old, allowing generations to reminisce the aristocratic significance of the kebaya. Watch as the kebaya’s journey and importance changes over the years and…

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It must be fasting month in Zombieland somewhere since zombies have continuously descended upon us this Halloween season. This time, they’re thirsty for a taste of our iconic Singaporean nightlife. Presented by Clarke Quay, be ready as Fox’s The Walking Dead Halloween 2019 transforms our lively riverside into a zombie colony to mark the return of the series this October. From 31 October to 2 November, fans of the show will be in awe at the detailed sets and prosthetics depicting scenes from the TV series. Interact with flesh-eating zombie walkers as they roam around and grab a hand (literally!)…

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I was invited to the Mary Chia outlet at Tampines Hub to try out their newest PDRN needle-less skin renewal therapy. It might sound downright bizarre, but this is my first experience with a facial treatment. Throughout the years, my extent of knowledge on facials is limited to the ubiquitous facial wash and exfoliation masks. Plus, who isn’t a sceptic when it comes to beauty treatments that claim instantaneous results? Mary Chia Beauty and Slimming Specialist is a service that has been running for approximately 40 years. Upon arrival, the almost hipster sight in front of me was miles away…

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We’re all too familiar with the simplicity and minimalism that the Daniel Wellington brand embodies. After three years, their newest launch, the Iconic Link watch collection, speaks for itself; elegant and meticulously crafted. The Iconic Link collection is priced at S$279 and comes in four colours—silver and black, silver and white, rose gold and black or rose gold and white. Each colour also comes in three different dial sizes; 28mm, 32mm and 36mm. Instead of their signature leather, fabric or mesh strap, admire their first luxurious metal bracelet with three-piece links, each with solid steel. The bracelet or strap is…

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Fresh from their North-American run and with upcoming tour dates scheduled in various Asia-Pacific cities like Japan, Philippines and Australia, award-winning vocal sensation Pentatonix will return to Singapore On 11 February 2020 and perform at The Star Theatre as part of their World Tour.  Having last performed in Singapore at the F1 Grand Prix in 2016, this acapella phenomenon are best known for their pop-style arrangements of modern hits. Comprising of vocalists Scott Hoying, Mitch Grassi, Kirstin Maldonado, Kevin Olusola and Matt Sallee, you’ll definitely be enthralled by their powerful vocal harmonies, riffs, bassline, percussion and beatboxing. Pentatonix has…

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If you’re still reeling from the painful after-effects of Avengers Endgame, console yourself with a set of these Marvel makeup brushes courtesy of Flawless Lighting. They’re also the ones behind the intricately designed SailorMoon and Alice in Wonderland brush sets. This time, their Marvel inspired makeup brushes are designed to cater to those who’re not huge fans of pink and frills. The set of five brushes include a powder or blush brush, a flat eyeshadow brush (perfect for packing pigment on your eye), a fluffy eyeshadow brush for blending in the harsh lines, a brow brush and a fan brush…

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BABY-G celebrates its 25th Anniversary this year by launching a special-edition BABY-G x Pikachu watch in collaboration with The Pokemon Company. This limited BABY-G watch model BGD-560PKC-1JR will be released on November 2019. The printing of numbers “0:25” on the band loop is inspired by fan-favourite, Pikachu, the 25th Pokemon in the Pokedex. Pokemon aficionados will be attracted to the details on the watch—neon Pikachu lightning marks and Poke Balls stand out from the black watch base, the dial references the original game screen and there’s even Pikachu’s rear-view engraved on the back! I hear squealing fans already (myself included)…

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ETUDE House brings us yet another whimsical collaboration with Disney. The Daisy Duck collection features an extensive range of products catering to the eyes, lips and face from eyeshadow palettes to blushers; you’ll be spoiled for choice. The products are inspired by Daisy Duck’s favourite colours of purple and pink, accented with a pearlescent sheen and a lot of glitter! Starting with a solid base, ETUDE House’s best-seller, Face Blur (S$27) is a multi-makeup base that covers pores and uneven texture. Its bright coral undertone helps to colour-correct your skin, allowing it to appear brighter. Not only that, it contains…

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It’s about time Singapore’s introduced to the many wonders of Amazon, with it finally launching Amazon.Sg. This means we now have access to a larger variety of products to shop from that previously couldn’t be shipped here. Amazon.Sg is available on desktop, mobile browsers as well as the Amazon shopping app. Not only can you shop from a range of verified brands like Bose, Creative and L’Oreal with two to three days free delivery (if you spend over S$40), you can also dive into the plethora of categories that Amazon has to offer. Small and medium business enterprises can also…

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All the haunted houses are sprouting up across Singapore—a sure sign that Halloween is among us. What if you’re not into horror movies or getting scared by a creeping ghost in the shadows? Well, Starbucks Taiwan is launching a (mainly) cat-themed Halloween collection this 9 October 2019 onwards to embrace the more adorable side of Halloween. This black cat mug, TWD 450 (S$20) looks slightly sinister, but I suppose the tiny cat ear details save it. It’s cuter counterpart (complete with fat belly and little outfit details), TWD 880 (S$40) also comes with a lid to keep your tea and…

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