Apa Khabar?

Salam Sejahtera... Apa khabar semua?

dah 3 tahun Kris belum balik balik lagi kat malaysia... dah rindu tapi belum nak balik juga.

Tengah penuhkan agenda baru.... nak buat business beg (iyalah belum bertukar lagi.. kaki beg susah nak berhenti lah...), nak habiskan kelas... hai nak buka restoran pula kejap ni...

harap harap semuanya menjadi... mana tau boleh sponsor you all datang kat USA ni... ala kita jalan jalan lah... travel sana sini macam dulu... iye tak sabrina, jenne, ariah, lily?

Hidup kat tanah orang ni tak jauh beza... cuma tax kat sini bahaya sikit... boleh sakit dibuatnya.
Tapi bolehlah tahan... Nak hidup baik kena kerja keras lah sikit.... sama lah dimana mana pun macam kat Sydney, london, KL....

oklah kengkawan semua... visitlah blog ni untuk dapatkan berita terkini.
Salam rindu untuk semua...
-kris

BAGS ON SALE - Updated List 5/31/08

This is a list of all items available for sale. Sold items will be removed.

You can visit the links of all 'Bags On Sale' of your choice
for photos, descriptions and prices.

If you are interested in an out of stock item,

email us for more information so that we

may try to get the stock for you.

**Siapa nak bayar secara ansuran boleh dibawa
bincang, sila email untuk keterangan lanjut**

Please visit and check this page every week for an updated information.

This "List" last updated on 5/31/2008.

BABY PHAT
1. "Key To My Heart" Collection Hobo Bag. (Color: Black)
Price + Shipping + Insurance : RM315 (Malaysia) ; SGD$128.00 (Singapore)
IN STOCK : LAST ONE!!!

2. Nailhead Embossed Satchel (Color: Black)
Price + Shipping + Insurance : RM296(Malaysia) ; SGD$120.00 (Singapore)
IN STOCK : LAST ONE!!

3. Crown Stud Leatherette Hobo Bag with Matching Wallet (Color: Maroon)
Price + Shipping + Insurance : RM235(Malaysia) ; SGD$95.00 (Singapore)
IN STOCK : (2) --- New Arrival

4. Mystical Mirror Mini Bag (Color: Silver)
Price + Shipping + Insurance : RM210(Malaysia) ; SGD$85.00 (Singapore)
IN STOCK : (1) --- New Arrival

5. Paradise Embossed Evening Bag (Color: Black)
Price + Shipping + Insurance : RM150(Malaysia) ; SGD$60.00 (Singapore)
IN STOCK : (2) --- New Arrival

XOXO

1. Angie Red Collection Bag. (Color: Black and Red)
Price + Shipping + Insurance : RM140 (Malaysia) ; SGD$57.00 (Singapore)
IN STOCK : (2) --- New Arrival

2. Sporty Bag. (Color: Red)
Price + Shipping + Insurance : RM210 (Malaysia) ; SGD$85.00 (Singapore)
IN STOCK : (2) --- New Arrival

KATHY VAN ZEELAND

1. Majestic Print Satchel. (Color: Black and Grey)
Price + Shipping + Insurance : RM260 (Malaysia) ; SGD$105.00 (Singapore)
IN STOCK : (1) --- New Arrival

2. Royal Belt Shopper Bag. (Color: Bone Beige)
Price + Shipping + Insurance : RM240 (Malaysia) ; SGD$98.00 (Singapore)
IN STOCK : (2) --- New Arrival

3. Royal Belt Shopper Leather Bag. (Color: Black)
Price + Shipping + Insurance : RM295 (Malaysia) ; SGD$120.00 (Singapore)
IN STOCK : (2) --- New Arrival

2. Croc-like Travel Bag. (Color: Black)
Price + Shipping + Insurance : RM295 (Malaysia) ; SGD$120.00 (Singapore)
IN STOCK : (2) --- New Arrival

Notice of Shipment for 6/2/08

Buyer : 1- Nuriah S.; 2- Elisa; 3-Cek Teh

Your order(s)/purchase(s) will be ship out : June 2, 2008

Thank you for your business and please come back again!

- kris

BAGS ON SALE - Payment and Shipping

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Finally the "MUST HAVE BAGS! SALE"

is on the blog!
(Inquiries via email are still very much welcome as usual).
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This section is dedicated to all valued fashionistas back at home in Malaysia and Singapore who have the same passion for bags.
Friends who live elsewhere, out of USA who wish to make a purchase,

please contact me for more info.

All orders are based on 'First Come First Serve' basis.
100% AUTHENTIC BRANDED BAGS!

PLEASE BROWSE ALL RELATED CATEGORIZED BAGS / ITEMS ON SALE.

Thank You for your business and

we hope you enjoy the stylish quality products found here.

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SHIPPING :
We use USPS priority international mail plus insurance to ship to you direct from USA.

Standard delivery days are from 6 to 10 days but this varies depending on your location.

We will ship out your order every monday of the week after confirmation of payment.

PLEASE NOTE :

we are not responsible to the lost or damaged during delivery
and we are not responsible to any custom duty fees (if applicable).

PAYMENT :
At this moment, we only accept PAYPAL and major credit card payment.

DON'T HAVE A CREDIT CARD?
Here are options to think about :
1. Use your debit master / visa card which is securely connected to your local bank.

2. Use the "prepaid credit card" available from your local stores.
Prepaid credit card can be use worldwide to make online purchases

including payments to PayPal accounts.

DON'T KNOW WHICH "PREPAID CREDIT CARD" TO CHOOSE?

All items sold "as is".

All Sales Are Final and non-returnable.

***OUR GUARANTEE***

WE ONLY SELL 100% AUTHENTIC PRODUCTS!

All original brand name products will be shipped direct

from our U.S. trading center to your address.

If you are looking for something specific from the United States,

your email inquiries are most welcome.

We will try our best to cater your ‘wishlist’.

We specialised in Baby Phat and Kathy Van Zeeland.

We also occasionally carry :

Etienne Aigner, Coach, Red, Liz Clairborne, Nine West, Guess,

Dooney and Bourke, Calvin Klein, etc.

Your Bag and Your Body Type

Your favorite fashion magazines may be gushing over the latest oversized bag, but assuming that you’re not paying attention to momentary trends, here are some general guidelines:


For Petite Women
Smaller styles are best, with shorter straps or handles. Choose a bag with minimal hardware and flash. When the body is petite, you need to keep your accessories clean, simple, and tonal to your outfits. Your bag should not compete with your small frame.

For Taller Women
Most styles will flatter your figure. You’re the coat hanger of the body types, so you wear accessories well. But keep in mind that a super-sized bag will only play up your lankiness and small delicate bags will get lost on you. Long shoulder bags, bucket bags, and hobos are all winners. And bags with bold patterns and details will also play well against your model height.

Women with Fuller Figures
Carry a bag that has some volume and size to keep things in proportion with your silhouette. Keep your outfits simple and let your bag do the talking. Smaller pochette bags carried under your arm will only play up your fullness. Make sure the bag sits above or below the fullest part of your body not on it. Try and keep your bag away from your body if possible by carrying it in your hand, in the bend of your arm, or dropped low at your knees.

Women with Larger Busts or Hips
The bag you carry should stop below your bust or above your hips, never at them. This will help you avoid extra padding where you don’t need it. Try a stiff bag with structure to contrast and balance your curves.

The American "Average" Size 8 to 12 Woman
You should have an easy time choosing the size, shape and style of the bag you’ll carry, since most will flatter. Keep things in the middle just like your body. Avoid extremes, large and small, and you should be fine.

Your Purse-onality Type

You can tell a lot about a woman by the contents of her handbag. What you carry in your purse says a great deal about you and your character.



Your Handbag Contents and You
Kathryn Eisman, author of "How to Tell a Woman by Her Handbag" spent two years conducting research into what women carry in their bags. Her books lists 40 different personality types based on her analysis but she has categorized then into four main archetypes. These are:

• Minimal
  These women are the envy of others. Any woman who can make do with a small bag carrying only their necessities – wallet, keys, phone and glasses – has mastered the art of organization and never has to wade through a pile of sweet wrappers or old receipts to find their mobile phone.




• Prepared
  Not quite as clutter free, but still practical and focused, this woman is extremely well-organized and carries items which are sensible and practical. She likes to be prepared for every eventuality. Be it tissues or toothbrush, hair accessories or phone charger, every item in this bag has a purpose. Women who fit into this category very rarely swap bags, according to Eisman, and are likely to choose neutral colors and classic cuts which will never go out of style.




• Creative
  According to Eisman’s research the “creative” woman has a free spirit and “tends to rebel against conformity.” Their bag is most likely to be a treasure trove or a bottomless pit. However, the contents are still relatively organized – full but functional, even though it may appear chaotic to the casual observer. Household bills, medicines, food wrappers and other assortments of random items can be found lurking at the bottom of this purse. The Creative spirit likes handbags in bright colors, showing others that she is fun and approachable, says Eisman.




• Expressive
  The Florence Nightingale of personality types when it comes to the contents of their handbags. These women are caring and sensitive and carry a multitude of items which are useful to others. Medicines, band aids, mints, chewing gum, perfume, tissues, safety pins and other practical items. Expressive personalities also tend to carry sentimental trinkets, photos of loved ones and a book or magazine which they can lose themselves in. Often appearing shy, don’t be fooled by this woman’s exterior, according to Eisman, there is a wild side just waiting to be unleashed!

Your Handbag Style and You
Not only do the contents of our purses reveal our purse-onalities but the handbag styles we choose tell a lot about us too. From a classic style or a designer “it” bag to a clutch purse or an oversized tote, in her book, Kathryn Eisman says that your chosen style says a lot about the kind of person you are.

Colors and Your Personality
Not only can the style of handbag give away your personality type but your color choice is also an indication. According to Eisman, women who go for bright colors tend to be fun loving, friendly and approachable. These are women who will happily strike up a conversation with a stranger, in an elevator or a train compartment.

Choosing neutral, classic colors such as black and brown means that the owner may be more reserved and appear less approachable. Sometimes coming across as shy, these women are confident and are often down-to-earth.

However, it pays to remember that although the contents, style and color of your handbag may say a lot about you as a person, you should still accessorize your handbag with your outfit and body type. A purse can be used to play up or down your ensemble or create your own sense of style. A brightly colored, funky handbag does wonders for making you appear right on-trend and spices up classic wardrobe pieces such as the eternal little black dress or a crisp white shirt.

What Your Handbag Says About You

From Clutch Purse to Tote and Designer Handbag to Backpack.... courtesy of Gill Hart.

The styles and colors we choose give away a lot about our purse-onality type. From clutches to totes and cigar boxes to backpacks – give some extra thought to what you carry by finding out what each style typically represents and what your handbag says about you.

The Shoulder Bag
Women who wear shoulder bags are practical but also want to look good. According to Stephanie Pedersen in her book Handbags – What Every Woman Should Know (David & Charles 2006), “women who prefer shoulder bags refuse to be a fashion victim.”

The Tote Bag
Fun loving, generous and sociable are the main traits of someone who carries a tote. The wearer is youthful in outlook, with things to do and places to go, says Pedersen. This is someone with a busy life, refined, unobtrusive but definitely not passive.

The Clutch Bag
Women who carry a clutch bag are confident enough not to worry about carrying their whole life in their bag. Says Pendersen, they are not afraid to let a man carry their keys or lighter or whatever else won’t fit in their bag.

Under the Shoulder Bag
A small handbag tucked neatly under-the-shoulder implies sophistication and class, according to Cathy Feldman, contributing editor to designerhandbags101.com. According to Feldman, “women of high stature or who work in upscale offices would choose this style of bag.”

The Cigar Box
Currently a big seasonal favorite, cigar box purses are often carried by women who like to stand out in a crowd. Independent and self-confident, women who carry these bags are, says Feldman, “comfortable in their own skin.”

The Backpack
Casual and practical, the backpack represents wearers who are warm and young at heart. Today’s designer styles means that backpacks are no longer relegated to the countryside but are just as at home in the office, worn with business trousers or a skirt.

Bags With Buckles and Zips
Women who choose leather purses with lots of buckles and zippers are leashing out their wild sides. According to Feldman, these women tend to act before they think and are always ready for a good time. The extra buckles and zippers tend to signify a “bad girl" image.

The Crochet Bag
A homely, nurturing woman typically carries a crochet bag. Loved by both people and animals this woman is easy-going with an arty streak.

The Designer Purse
A woman carrying the latest designer 'It' bag lives an exclusive, high-maintenance lifestyle and their designer handbag is a reflection of expensive tastes and appreciation for very, very fine things. Feldman warns “guys – watch out for these girls, they tend to be a handful.”

Oversized Bags
According to armcandyonline.com in their feature “What Your Handbag Says About You”, the oversized handbag is the equivalent of a one-size-fits-all T-shirt. The wearer is a practical person who rarely swaps bags and does not see the sense in spending a month's salary on one accessory.

Women’s handbags are a microcosm of our lives. If the choice of handbag tells a lot about the kind of person we are, then in How to Tell a Woman by Her Handbag, author Kathryn Eisman also goes on to categorize women into four main purse-onality types, dependant on the contents of their bags.

If men want to learn a woman’s innermost secrets they should forget looking into her eyes, but take a look inside her handbag instead!

Cleaning Your Bags

Your bags are sort of a mini luxury investment which some say towards your own self confidence. Use these great tips,

courtesy of Instyle 2007.

ALLIGATOR
Keep your alligator or crocodile bag supple by applying a leather conditioner (like Apple Brand). Use a soft, lint-free fabric like a sheepskin knit (found in shoe repair shops) and test conditioner in an inconspicuous place before using all over.

SUEDE
A suede brush can do wonders, but for serious stains, it's best to see a pro. When storing, wrap leather handles or straps in cloth so they don't rest against suede and leave blotches.

FABRIC
Cloth bags attract dust, so when you're done using a bag for the season, give it a light lint roller before storing covered. For deeper stains or markings, take to a repair shop.

SNAKESKIN
Experts warn against using any type of product on snakeskin, which is quite fragile. Over time, scales will begin to lift. When that happens, you can have the bag lacquered, but the treatment may change the appearance of the scales.

PATENT LEATHER
Seperate light patent leathers from dark hued bags to avoid discoloration. To clean, take a piece of cheesecloth, dampen with a bit of white vinegar and rub. Wipe off with a clean piece of fabric.

Caring For Your Beloved Bags

Keep your favourite and most functional accessories in top shape with these easy tips from the experts.

INTERIORS

Many bags are lined with canvas, nylon or pig suede. To clean, gently pull the interior insides out and use a standard lint roller to pick up debris. Or try the fabric-brush attachment on your vacuum.

ZIPPERS

Keep these fasteners working smoothly by running a piece of natural beeswax (found in hardware stores) over a zipper's open teeth.

HANDLES AND STRAPS

Residue from lotions can discolor and age material.... another good reason to keep hands clean. Also, don't overstuff a bag: too much weight can weaken stitching or damage straps.

HARDWARE

Deep scratches or cracks on metal are virtually impossible to repair. But bag and shoe repair shops can replate hardware to hide finer flaws.

EXTERIORS

Leather, of course, is a skin, so keep it happy and moisturized with a leather conditioning cream. There's no reason to treat it with a protectant or a silicone spray. Caught in the rain? Run for cover, then dab- don't wipe moisture away

BASE

Structured bags with stiff bases/bottoms often have "feet" (metal rivets incorporated into the base) to protect the leather against scratches and stains.

It's Not Shopping, Just Retail Therapy!

I was always on the move working around tight schedules. Everyday is like a fresh drama in my working life… organizing parties, meetings, gatherings for European tourists, during their visit in Malaysia. Very demanding job… learn something new everyday… meet someone new everyday…

I did not have a life... meaning no "let's have fun" kinda thing for myself … practically i am an open directory / organiser / personal assistant to a wonderful establishment.... the pay was awesomely good… wonderful people to work with…BUT the pace of my lifestyle consumed lots of my inner energy… trying to be a people pleaser is part of my biggest contribution in this profession. “Go beyond their expectations!”… that’s what my fantastic boss always says. Yeahh… did that. Love the job but I had to leave to get my own life back on track.

It has been 3 years since my crazy traveling around the globe…. finally…now is where my story begins in this blog….

Just simple reviews on lifestyle, places to visit, people, fashion and BAGS, BAGS, BAGS!

Gotta L-O-V-E them all bags!

When you are always on the run meeting with people of all cultures, ages…. A pretty good looking bag can be your best accessory! Perhaps the first item other people notice on you! Who doesn’t love a bag? Especially on a girl?! It represents and completes your overall look. It says a lot of your personality. It is part of your lifestyle.

Honestly during my travel, I tend to sneak a moment just to eye on good looking bags…. From the cheapest to the outrageously expensive bags, will not be a problem to me as long as I like them… and perhaps the bags will end up in a well protected space in my closet as part of my collection which then 90% of great chances, I will not use them as much as I would like to…hahaha I am guilty!
But it was part of my ‘Happy Moment’ to release some of the stress between my country hopping agenda… if a friend should remind me to stop shopping.... I will always say… “it’s not shopping, just retail therapy!”.

‘JUST Retail Therapy’…. hmmmm a ‘smart alec’ remark but I cannot remember where I got that phrase from...it surely did not stop my shopping on bags, bags and more bags!

So here in this blog… visit whenever you can reading stories of places i've been… reviews on my favourite "stuffs"…. And hey! “MUST HAVE BAGS!” on sale.