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The Studio

Penny — Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:52:58 +0000

Article by Penny V

The Studio is unlike any other makeover studio that I have been to. It inspires women and men, of all ages to be a Model for a Day, it definitely lived up to its vision. While most makeover studios give you generic poses and bland make-up choices, The Studio dares you to go glam and focuses on fashion-oriented shoots; so this is your chance to amp it up and channel your inner model or even Lady Gaga, as one local customer wanted.

Created and run by husband-and-wife team Justin Beckett and Sauman Ng, who by the way are under the age of 26, The Studio is Sweden’s first and largest makeover company and its boutique at Amoy Street is its first Asian stop. Their three-level shophouse already inspires you to pull your shoulders back and practice your pout and the company even produces a range of highly-pigmented make-up that goes easy on the wallet.

Already making waves in the local scene after only 5 months with its glamorous photographs and happy customers, Penny K and I ventured down to have a go. We were not disappointed, the photos looked like they were straight out of a magazine.

Made-up, primped and photographed by The Studio’s friendly professionals, over 60 photographs were taken with a choice of three changes of clothing. Don’t worry, you won’t have to study Tyra beforehand as the photographer will lead you through a series of poses that’ll help you get into model mode. They even had a fan for that sexy windblown effect.

Once you’ve selected your photographs according to your package, you can choose to keep them on a CD as A4 print-outs or printed out on photobooks and canvases of various sizes that are specially produced and printed in Germany.

So if you’re looking for something more fabulous than frumpy, go all out at The Studio. Take a look at some of the gorgeous makeovers they’ve done. The proof is in the pudding so we’ve added our photos to the bunch!

The Studio

22 Amoy Street
Tel: +65 6411 9797
www.thestudio.sg

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5 Easy Tips For Healthy Flying

Adine — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 08:05:19 +0000

Take with you these tips to feeling fine, staying healthy and being happy up in the air!

Says Penny C

Flying is one of best ways to travel and the thrill of experiencing a plane taking off and landing still excites me today. Besides getting a kick out of flying, staying healthy and fit on-board can improve our travelling experience tremendously too. Being on both long and short haul flights can affect our health, skin and moods so it’s essential that we don’t succumb to laziness, even though we’re 30,000 feet above ground. So when you’re packing your bags, pack these thoughts too!

1. Filling Up

One of the first things that everyone looks forward to are the in-flight meals. But which menu do you choose? What are the beverage choices on-board? The changes in cabin pressure can sometimes cause discomfort and mild bloating so consuming certain kinds of in-flight meals can determine how good you’re going to feel for the rest of the flight.

Drink lots of fluids; tea and coffee can leave you dehydrated so it’s better to replenish your system with fruit juice or water. You can bring along an empty bottle and ask for it to be re-filled while on-board. Alternatively, if you really want that cup of tea, have with you tea bags of your choice, request for hot water and enjoy your favourite drink in the air. Remember to recharge with plain water later on!

When booking your flight, check to see if there are menu options. Choose a special meal that suits your dietary needs to keep your body fit during the flight. Eating lightly helps curb indigestion and jet lag too.

2. Moisture Lock Down

Moisturising is key. Apply moisturiser to your face, neck and hands to counter the dryness which ensues. Ladies, remove your make up and moisturise accordingly, you can always touch up before touching down! It’s always a good idea to keep wet wipes with you all the time too, especially on a long haul flight. You can freshen up anytime and also be able to clean up any minor spills or messes. Don’t forget the lip balm for comfortable lips and eye drops to keep eyes moist!

3. Walk It Out

Got space? Stretch! No space? Get up for a walk. Avoid “economy-class syndrome” and work those limbs whenever possible on any flight. Walk to the bathroom and back, stretch your arms and legs in your seat or stroll on up to the upper deck and down again to keep blood circulation healthy. If you sit for too long, you might experience discomfort, numbness or perhaps even swelling due to the lack of blood flowing to the lower limbs.

Find a spot near the exit or anywhere else spacious and do some stretching! Twisting your torso gently from side to side or hold your calves to the back of your thigh and softly pull at the muscles. Just don’t start a commotion on the plane by doing heavy star jumps and jumping jacks.

4. Clean Hands

Instead of going around the aircraft trying your sanitary best to disinfect your steps, the most fundamental way to keep clean and healthy is to wash your hands. Rub hand sanitizer between your palms, use wipes or wash your hands regularly, before and after meals to improve in-flight hygiene. Apply hand cream afterwards to lock in moisture and the scent from it will allow you to have a more relaxed flight.

5. Rest
Don’t get off the plane looking like a zombie. Get some sleep when you can because it helps fight jet lag and keeps your body clock in tune. By getting enough rest, you’ll also be able to soothe your travel jitters and land looking and feeling refreshed. No one will notice that it was a 36 hour flight.

All Pepped up

Okay now, you’re all prepped and pepped up with somewhere to go! Go ahead and board a plane without the need to fuss over being clean or fighting germs on-board. Pack a light hand carry with the above essentials and have a pleasant flight!

Know Your 17 Bacon Bits!

Adine — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 06:14:31 +0000

How much do we know about bacon? Here’s 17 mouthwatering facts condensed into a tribute to the bacon strip!

[Via: Online Schools]

Recession 101: Chin Up!

Adine — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 04:30:51 +0000

In the midst of a recession, someone had a great idea to help others regain their strength using billboards.

We hope these messages make your days better too. Life goes on, but not in fear!

Via DivineCaroline

Deep Flashbacks

Adine — Fri, 27 Aug 2010 07:01:58 +0000

Sometimes when we go about our daily routines, the little, unexpected things that we do bring us back to the past in a flash. It feels like a part of our memory has been unlocked and the forgotten memories surface. Looking back on the times is what focal theme of this insightful series from Tom Hussey.

We are always the same age inside. ~Gertrude Stein

Dog Speak

Adine — Fri, 27 Aug 2010 03:16:06 +0000

First we shared about the Dogpocalypse and Catmegeddon, now we’re learning about the universal way dogs communicate. Can you believe the stuff we have here?!

Via: Dog The Blog

Dancers Among Us

Hana — Thu, 26 Aug 2010 02:23:39 +0000

Last spring, New York photographer, Jordan Matter, 43, embarked on a project called ‘Dancers Among Us’ where professional dancers strike poses against iconic Manhattan backdrops. A little geurilla, very gorgeous – the shots showcase the dancers’ athletic grace at its finest.

The posers featured in ’Dancers Among Us’ are performance artists from the Paul Taylor Dance Company.

Matter has used location as diverse as St Patrick’s Cathedral, The Museum of Modern Art, Times Square and even the New York Yankees baseball stadium.

To see more photos from ‘Dancers Among Us’ go here.

via Daily Mail

Excuse Me, Are You A Duck?

Adine — Wed, 25 Aug 2010 05:50:07 +0000

Clearly, we’ve all been fooled for the longest time.

Our eyes have been opened!!

Makes You Go WOW, period.

Hana — Wed, 25 Aug 2010 02:52:42 +0000

Using the catchphrase, “WOW”, Kotex® asks, “Why be white when you can be WOW?”

What’s WOW?

The all-new Kotex® Luxe Ultrathin Design pads are what’s WOW. Featuring feminine, flirty and fun designs on thesanitary pad itself, this new range of feminine products is sure to take the blues away during that time of the month.

The Luxe Ultrathin Design range is the first to feature attractive colour designs to reflect your personal sense of style. The Ultrathins are not just pretty they are reliable too. Using breakthrough Fusion Technology, the pads provide maximum dryness and comfort. No compromises!

Now there’s reason to look forward to your next period. The Luxe Ultrathin Design pads will be available at all leading supermarket chains islandwide on 13^th September.

So nobody’s going to see it, so what – it’s a girl’s thing. Got your period? Go WOW!

At a Glance: Kotex® Luxe Ultrathin Design

Packcount: Available in 6, 14 or 20 pads per pack

Price range: $1.95 – 6.40

Types: Day pad (23 cm) and Night pad (32 cm); all with wings

French Roast

Adine — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 02:48:03 +0000

French Roast is an 82nd Academy Award nominee and winner of other numerous awards from some of the most distinguished animation film festivals around the world.

Let the message of this short film inspire you!

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