The Common Thing

The common thing between all our clothes, versatility.

In their first collection for 2009, se.xx.y sure has lived up to that claim. It was their presentation that convinced me to leave a mention here. I noticed this first piece because they came up with not one, not two, not even three ways to wear a simple dress, but four! Now I appreciate blogshops' attempts to be creative in their suggestions but many times, the clothing as well as photos just end up looking unnatural =/

While neither flashy nor fancy, se.xx.y has managed to present their simple pieces in different ways without coming across as trying too hard. In doing so, they can persuade shoppers, or me at least, to invest in not only in a garment but in different looks. I personally love the fourth idea =P It helps that this item come in colours both bright and classic. It's no surprise, then, that three of the five pieces have already been snapped up within a day.

Isabel Satin Dress at RM45

Their ingenuity with a similar top only served to further win me over. Did you guess that I love the third idea best? =P Bring a halter fanatic, I have to admit, twisting two layers together for a new design had never even occurred to me. Kudos! This time, all eight yummy colours are already taken. I rest my case.

Taylor Halter Top at RM25

Wished: Baredback Cheongsam

Update: Andmoreagain clarified that, they "will only do transactions through Ebay, since we feel it is much safer and more convenient. Plus they give out stars, which the seven year old in me loves ;)" Now how can you argue with that logic? =P As of this update, the bid stands at RM30 with 1 day, 10 hours and 3 minutes left to go :]

I had better get to talking about this dress from Andmoreagain before Chinese New Year rolls around. And before the bidding duration is up. Bidding? What bidding? Bidding on ebay that is. Yup, this blog catalogues the items that they have up for bids on their Ebay store. I’m not entirely sure if you can only get the dress from there but at RM30, I wouldn’t mind having to register to bid for it =P

So, how many features would make another cheongsam dress unacceptable for my grandmother this time? 1) Not red 2) Dark colour 3) Bared back! Like the title said, baredback cheongsam, in addition to the keyhole opening in the front. Another piece with ruched sides, it looks like the flared skirt may also be asymmetrical. To be honest, the only thing “cheongsam” about this dress is the mandarin collar =P Doesn’t make it any less alluring though. Sparkle this up with a matching clutch and patterned pumps in a striking colour, ahh… ^_^

But compared with Miss Oriental, this dress does appear in lack. I can't put my finger on it but I'd say that the design alone, though pretty, is not quite enough to make up for being a full length block of a single colour. And being high-collared doesn't give much room for accessorizing. Maybe brooches, hmm... At least it would make a fine dinner dress even after CNY.

Wished: Baredback Cheongsam at RM30

Wished: Retro Checkers Dress with Big Buttons

Another pre-loved dress, this time so new, the tag is still attached. See what I mean by treasures with great value for money? =P

The real clincher was the BIG buttons on this dress from My Precious Preloved. I never expected to be attracted by buttons but turns out I am! :P Cowl-necked (do you call this a cowl neck?) and checkered, I'm thinking this would look good with opaque tights and ballerina flats.

Wished: Retro Checkers Dress with Big Buttons at RM45

Wished: Miss Oriental

Kicking start the first review are a selection of some personal favourites that I stumbled upon in preparing for the launch of The Pauper's Wishlist.

A number are preloved goods which, to yours truly, can be treasures of great value for money ;]

One of these is this cheongsam dress from My Spring Closet. Just in time for the Chinese New Year! However, black and white, or anything not red for that matter, is simply not acceptable for my grandmother. Satin, cap-sleeved and with a thigh-high slit, this dress is also probably more sexy than acceptable for my grandmother =P

Wished: Miss Oriental cheongsam dress at RM65