DBS PayLah! Palooza - Singapore's FIRST Cashless Payment Flea Market Bazaar

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Enjoyed your experience at Artbox Singapore a few weeks ago and missing it already? Many of the Artbox vendors will be setting up booths at the upcoming DBS PayLah! Palooza, happening this Friday to Sunday at *SCAPE Playspace, just beside Orchard Cineleisure. The DBS PayLah! Palooza is Singapore's very first CASHLESS payment-led flea market bazaar, jointly organized by DBS and *SCAPE, and in support of Singapore's Smart Nation Drive.


Some of the vendors at the upcoming event includes Fay Terrarium, 93ArtMarket, BarangShop, Pine43, DopeTactics, ShamlessSG, RisottoChips.  There will be more than 100 fashion, food and lifestyle pop-up stores, including some social enterprises supported by the DBS Foundation.

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Not just a fanatic shopper, but also an avid gamer like me? You get to play virtual reality games such as Call of Duty, Star Wars and more, at DBS PayLah! Palooza. Also, be entertained by stage performances from popular acts such as Indie-pop sensation Inch Chua.

Before you drop by the event,

remember to download the DBS PayLah! app

in your mobile device. 

"Why? What for?"
To pay lah!

As this bazaar is fully cashless, you will have to use your mobile devices to scan and pay for your purchases at the event via QR codes with DBS PayLah! While you are there, don't forget to post photos on your Instagram and use the following hashtags: #dbspaylah #dbspaylahpalooza #paylahpalooza.

** GOOD DEALS WHEN YOU PAYLAH! **

 1. Download DBS PAyLah! app and get SGD5^ credited into your PayLah! account by keying in this promo code "PAYLAH505" during the registration process. 

2.  Get SGD5^^ off on your first SGD10 spent at DBS PayLah! Palooza.

Get ready for an enthralling weekend this May!

Date: 05 to 07 May 2017

Time: 1pm to 9pm

Venue *SCAPE Playspace

^{^} S$5 cash credit is only for new users who have registered for DBS PayLah! for the first time and who have fulfilled the eligibility criteria as listed in the full terms and conditions here. Valid from 20 April 2017 to 30 May 2017 for the first 10,000 successful new sign ups only.

^{^^} Valid with a minimum spend of S$10 using DBS PayLah! QR code function, from 5 – 31 May 2017 for the first 5,000 users. Click here for full terms and conditions

GIVEAWAY: Gillette Fusion ProGlide with FlexBall™ Technology Razor

*** FATHER'S DAY SPECIAL: GIVEAWAY! ***

WIN a customized Gillette Fusion ProGlide with FlexBall™ Technology razor!
Read on to find out how! :)

Gillette, the global leader in shave care, recently launched their latest razor model, Gillette Fusion ProGlide with FlexBall™ Technology. "The Fusion ProGlide with FlexBall™ Technology is the first shaver of its kind to pivot sideways and bring another range of motion to shaving, resulting in maximum contact over facial contours and providing the closest shave possible", as mentioned in the press release. This razor comes in two models - Manual and Power.

Key product features of the all-new Fusion ProGlide with FlexBall™ Razor include:
• The reimagined handle dock FlexBall Technology allows the blade to have full range of motion to respond to contours and maintain maximum contact with every curve of a man’s face
• Gillette’s Thinnest, Finest blade – 5 times thinner and has advanced low-resistance coating, enabling the blades to cut effortlessly through hair with less tug and pull
• Additional Precision Trimmer on the back for accurate edging and styling 
• Enhanced Lubrastrip® helps the razor glide over skin, even on repeat strokes
• Snowplow Technology on Micro Skin Guard channels away excess shave prep to help maintain optimal blade contact, stretching the skin for a close, comfortable shave

Gillette Singapore held a 3-weeks' long roadshow at 313@Somerset and invited shoppers to PERSONALIZE their very own Gillette Fusion ProGlide with FlexBall™ Technology razor. The customization was the first in Asia, hence it certainly was a brilliant gift idea for the upcoming Father's Day, as well as for your husband, boyfriend, brother, guy buddy.

Being someone who has always been big on name personalization (Since my name, Feliza, can NEVER be found on ready-made name keychains, bookmarks, table display items, etc), I went to the roadshow to purchase and customize a razor for the special Man in my life. And yes, he was surprised, and loved how clean it was after a shave using this razor.

No facial hair was harmed during the photo shoot.

If you are following me on my Instagram, you would have known that I shared the roadshow + customization details on one of my posts. I hope you managed to get your razors customized. If you are still fretting what to give to your Dad for Father's Day, a new razor and a pile of razor blades will be a good idea.,.. And that was why Gillette Singapore and their awesome agency wanted to send me a razor (with a design of my own) to give as a Father's Day gift.

Since I have done mine earlier (paid for it, not sponsored). I could have just end it there and then. However, I thought, "Why not make this as a giveaway?". I shared my plan with the agency to have my ONE razor as a giveaway. They actually offered THREE Gillette Fusion ProGlide with FlexBall™ Technology POWER razors for my giveaway. What great news!

Exclusively Designed by Me! :)

To win one of three exclusive Gillette Fusion ProGlide with FlexBall™ Technology POWER razors  designed by Yours Truly, follow the instructions below!

(1) Like Gillette Singapore Facebook page

(2) Follow me on my Instagram --> @felizaong. 

(3) Comment on any of my Gillette Instagram posts: Name 1 product feature of this razor (Answers can be found above), tag 2 friends and tell me, "Who and Why do you want to win this for".

* Giveaway result will be announced on the night of 19 June 2016 (Sunday).

* Giveaway is only opened to those based in Singapore.
* Design will be given randomly, decided by me.

GOOD LUCK and Happy Father's Day to all Dads out there!

The X-Men Apocalypse Adventure at 313@Somerset

Have you watched the latest American superhero film, X-Men: Apocalypse, that was just released last week? I did... And boy I was elated to watch yet another movie of the X-men series, especially since I grew up watching the cartoon on weekend mornings. I recommend to watch it in IMAX 3D format, if you are planning to watch it soon.

But just to clarify, there will not be any movie spoilers in this blog post. This is because I am going to share with you the promotions and prizes that 313@Somerset is currently having, which includes a chance to WIN a trip to the Pyramids of Mexico in New Mexico. Read on if you would like to know more! ;)

Only The Strong Will Survive

What better way to spend my Saturday afternoon but at 313@Somerset - Where I had the opportunity to take photos with the incredible X-men cosplayers. The cosplayers were really accommodating and nice to pose for the various cameras and smartphones that were pointing at their direction. Fans of X-men also got to take selfies with their favourite X-men characters. Also, I got to pretend to be the female version of Angel, and posed with the Archangel Wings that are on display at the Discovery Walk, 313@Somerset.

A group shot with the X-men cosplayers

A selfie with Beast

This is funny: A guy wearing a "Superman" tee,
taking a wefie with the X-men cosplayers.
It is like a wefie between Marvel and DC Comics. Lol! 

***If you are a X-Men fan, take part in below contests!!!***
Contest ends 29 May 2016!!!


Contest #1: Win a Trip to New Mexico
A luxury stay in Cancun, a grand visit to Chichen Itza, exhilarating jetpack experiences and more! Spend $50 for a chance to win the ultimate X-MEN: APOCALYPSE Adventure to the Pyramids of Mexico, exclusive movie hamper or 313 shopping vouchers worth $200. Double chances for CLUB313 members, or when you charge your purchase(s) to your Citi card.

Contest #2: Win X-men Luggage Case

Head down to the Discovery Walk (Level 1) at 313@Somerset and snap your most heroic pictures with the Archangel Wings on display. Post the photo on Instagram and hashtag #313XMA. The winner of the best photo wheels away a limited edition X-men Apocalypse luggage case. 3 runner-up winners will receive a $50 313 voucher each.


Perhaps Wolverine and Beast were discussing about taking
part in the contests? :p Don't wait.... You snooze, you lose!!!




So this is my badass Angel pose

With swords instead of feathers on the wings,
this is the ultimate weapon!

Stay updated with the latest promotions and events
happening at 313 Somerset via:

http://www.313somerset.com.sg/
https://www.facebook.com/313somerset
 https://www.instagram.com/313somerset/


View the official 313@Somerset's X-men contest poster



Thanks 313@Somerset for the invite,
as well as for the awesome X-men goodie bag!!!

* Post is written in collaboration with 313@Somerset. All views and opinions remain my own.*

5 Ways How TheSmartLocal.com Makes You a Smarter Local

About TheSmartLocal

TheSmartLocal, or known widely as TSL, is Singapore’s leading Travel and Lifestyle portal that offers editorial content and an online database where their members can make review contributions. Founded by Bryan Choo, TSL now has a team of creatives and writers who regularly produce interesting and insightful videos and articles which are being viewed by more than 2 million pairs of eyeballs monthly. I shall share with you, in TheSmartLocal’s popular and famous listicle style, 5 ways how TheSmartLocal makes you… Well, a smarter local! ;)

(1) Smarter Diner

FOOD GLORIOUS FOOD! I don’t know about you, but I live to eat. TSL is like my smart local food directory where they share food reviews too. It is also one of the sites I visit when I need to get information such as hotel buffets in Singapore or healthy food choices in the CBD area (With delivery services to boot)! With café-hopping being a very popular activity for most people these days, TSL also publishes a monthly summary of the latest dining establishments in Singapore. Click [HERE] to read about the 21 NEW Restaurants and Cafes to Try in May 2016.

Not an alcohol addict nor close to having the need to attend Alcoholic Anonymous, but I am just someone who enjoys drinking (in moderation, mind you) - While having meals, when I am out on dates, celebrating or chilling out with friends, or even for movie or drama binge-watching nights at home. If you are going to drink outside, leave your car at home, use the money saved from the Happy Hours promotions at these places listed in this TSL article and take a cab/Uber/Grab home. Don't drink and drive!

(2) Smarter Traveller

I loveeeeeeee to travel, so much so that I grabbed the opportunity to be based overseas in London in 2015. I made use of that period of time to live like a local in London and to explore neighbouring European cities. Tons of hours were spent on researching for places to go, stay and eat... Simply time and effort consuming! (If you are keen, check out #ZaUK2015 on Instagram for my UK/Europe pics!)

For countries nearer to Singapore, you can count on TheSmartLocal as your online travel guide where they have plenty of short and concise travel articles for your vacation needs. Think you have already explored Asia fully already, I will say no unless you actually gone to these 14 places in Asia yet to be discovered (and swamped) by tourists! If you are lamenting that you are unable to head to far places due to 123456789 reasons, there are always the nearby interesting beach holidays that you can consider!

TSL team has so far ventured from Singapore to countries like Australia, Cambodia, China, India, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, New Zealand, Philippines, Thailand and Vietnam. If you are planning a trip to any of these countries, you know which website to visit.

(3) Smarter Beautiful You

Want to be beautifully dressed up or dolled up? Other than sharing beauty hacks, tips and places to get your beauty woes solved on their website, TSL also has a PrettySmart channel on Youtube to learn beauty and tips. I have zero skills when it comes to hairstyling, so I have to say, I really learnt a few easy-to-do hairstyles in this video hosted by the pretty and chirpy Christabel Chua (@bellywellyjelly). I totally adore her personality! ;p

(4) Smarter Shopper

Known to be the shopping queen among my pals, I am the person to go to to find out the latest products or promotions (ie. Black  Friday, Cyber Monday, 11/11). But if we are not acquainted or for some reasons that you are unable to ask me for information, then that's where TheSmartLocal comes in --- Introducing to you the latest deals and reviews of products/services offered by retailers! One of their latest articles on cheap deals at Singapore's food factories got me excited and I cannot wait to shop! #closetauntymode

Shopping smart is not just about getting the most bang for your buck, but it is also about knowing that your purchases are environmentally-friendly or that it helps people in need. It was good to know that there are many retailers in Singapore that practices corporate social responsibility (CSR) by giving back to society in their respective ways. Smart shopper me, thanks to TheSmartLocal!

(5) Smarter Local

TheSmartLocal has interesting articles that make me want to explore this country I called 'Home' in a whole new light --- Exploring the East side of Singapore, up my Instagram game by taking photos that give the optical illusion vibes, and even to know where I can charge my smartphone when its battery life is dying and I am outside with no portable charger. And that includes charging my phone by exercising at a fitness corner - The energy generated by exercising is converted to battery juice for my phone! Save the Earth + Healthy Lifestyle + Battery Life for my Phone??!? Bring it on!

If you have overseas friends visiting Singapore, bring them to local places that is not touristy, or even better... Local places that locals do not even know exist nor have been before. Totally brilliant! All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy, so make a trip to these old-school playgrounds that we used to have in the 90s... Simply glad for this playground list that TSL had compiled.

If you did not grow up in Singapore, be a smarter local in Singapore and learn the unique cultures and lingos found in this article. And if you are a true-blue Singaporean, do read it and see whether you can relate to any of the points stated.

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To sum it all, TheSmartLocal offers a magnitude of creative ideas and guides to their site visitors. As inspiring their articles or contributors' lives may be, it is always important to believe in yourself and in your dreams, and even to make some sacrifices (ie. Getting less pay and putting in more hours than your peers). The founder of the site, Bryan Choo, shared the following on his FB (see printscreen below)... And look how well TheSmartLocal is doing now, being one of the most influential media platform in Singapore. In my opinion, that is the most inspiring story of TSL... And that is every Smart Local in Us should do --- FOLLOW YOUR HEART!

*While this post was written in partnership with TheSmartLocal, all opinions remain my own*

Meet The CLEO Most Eligible Bachelors 2016 X Hottest Denim Party By GUESS

Last two Saturdays ago, I had two events to attend in town. One was the monthly "The Gallery Experience" by Mandarin Gallery. For one weekend a month, the Mandarin Gallery transforms indoor and outdoor spaces to Instagram-worthy places for activities such as Surf Set, Barre and Silent Yoga. It was really gorgeous with all the colours, lighting and more!

Photo Credits: Mandarin Gallery

Curated lifestyle programs such as fitness, F&B and craftwork themed events take place on a monthly basis. Check back on Mandarin Gallery Facebook page for next month's edition! Thanks H+K agency for the invite!

Photo Credits: Mandarin Gallery

Other than an adrenaline rush after doing all the fitness exercises, another way to get a rush of blood to one's head would have been attending the "Hottest Denim Party" by GUESS, where attendees get to meet and mingle with the finalists of the CLEO Most Eligible Bachelors 2016 contest!!! Click [HERE] to check out the contestants! ;)

This was my Outfit Of The Day (OOTD) for the whole

of Saturday....

No brainer here, but obviously an event to showcase eligible bachelors would have more guests from the gentler gender. That was the only thing that I would like to complain about, as I had to fight with the other ladies for the bachelors' attention. There were many reasons why this event was AWESOME, and here are some...


(1) PHOTOBOOTH
Who wouldn't like to have their photos taken? What's more, via a GIF PHOTO BOOTH, and the shots can be sent to your email, or best... To upload immediately onto our own Instagram account. Other than that, a copy of the four poses were printed for us to keep. SWEET!~

(2) CANAPES N' DRINKS

(3) HUMOROUS AND GORGEOUS-LOOKING EMCEE

The event emcee was none other than 987FM DJ, Sonia Chew! The petite and pretty Sonia rah-rah the crowd with her jokes and energy!

Photo Credit: CLEO Facebook

(4) VALUABLE STYLING TIPS

CLEO's Fashion Director, Janice, gave us style tips for different body types and sizes, when it comes to selecting "THE" jeans that is the most suitable for one's body type. There were four models of different body build as examples of the different body types.

(5) MEN MEN MEN (!!!)

*Ahem* Needless to say.  Some of the contestants were SO young! Darn, I feel old. A handful were charismatic and outgoing, whereas some could still work on their stage presence (says me, a previous pageant contestant, and winner to boot). Anyway, one of them, Christopher Hwang,  is still a law student but already an entrepreneur, owning the swanky Suite26 club. Talk about being eligible, ladies~

(6) PURCHASE DISCOUNT

All menswear purchase came with an awesome discount! You bet that I wouldn't miss it for the world, and I walked out of the Guess boutique with paper bags

(7) GOODIE BAG

These were given to us in the goodie bag. I have my own Guess mug now! There's a $50 voucher, CLEO magazine and a very useful To-Do notepad. Oh, and thats the printout of the photos taken at the GIF Photo Booth. :)

(8) TICKET TO THE CLEO MOST ELIGIBLE BACHELORS 2016 FINALS
Not all guests would have it. But I have a pair!!! I'm still contemplating of going though.

The CLEO x Guess event was to start supposedly at 3pm, but it took quite awhile before it officially started (much to some excited ladies' annoyance probably, haha!). The eligible bachelors introduced themselves, while Sonia made jokes and teased them, which led the crowd laughing away. There was also a game where ten ladies got to pick clothes from a whole rack of selected Guess jackets and tops and dress the contestants up. Janice picked the best-dressed dude, and I have to say, it was really a great outfit! The event ended about 5pm.

Ohhh.. That's Aurelia from Night Owl Cinematics (NOC)!!

Super sweet & pretty~~~

So that was it... Two events in one day. And I were to have one more event the following day too. But that's for another post altogether. Thanks for reading! :)

"Handfie" with Melissa!

Do check me out on Instagram --- @felizaong :)

Shiseido Sale 2014 Beauty Haul (Shiseido, Clé de Peau Beauté, Maquillage, Joico)

*** This post was drafted before I fell ill last week, but I was too sick that I wasn't online much, and did not upload this post. Started with sore throat, and then I developed a bout of fever, and flu. It was a terrible week for me last week indeed! Feeling better now, though I am still down with the flu. The weather has been crazily hot for the past few days! Do drink lots of water to keep yourself hydrated! :) ***

 

Shiseido held its semi-annual sale a week and a half ago!

- 12 and 13 June 2014 -

Many items were going for more than 50% discount!

Much thanks to the Shiseido team for the kind invitation to the Media and VIP Preview on 11 June! I blogged about some of the product offerings at the sale in this previous blog post of mine. Have you read it? Anyway, this blog entry shall be about my shopping haul of the various beauty products which I snagged at the Shiseido sale event! :)

Shiseido

I bought two bottles of Shiseido White Lucent Brightening Toning Lotion (S$30), despite that I have one unopened bottle in my 'Beauty Stock Drawer" which I bought previously from the departmental store counter. I wanted to buy just one, but was urged by Rachel to get two instead. The only difference between this and the store-purchased one is that these products at the sale event do not come in the packaging box.

The Shiseido White Lucent Intensive Spot Targeting Serum+ is my HOLY GRAIL!!! Ever since starting on my very first bottle, probably in year 2012, I am hooked on this! And yes, I do still have one more unopened bottle which I bought from the store. (-_-)" I am unable to recall how many bottles I have used up, but given that this 30ml size was going at S$50 at the sale, in contrast to S$159 at the counters, I simply had to get it! *Just to note that the serum that is sold at the sale is of the old formula and packaging design*

In addition to purchasing the 30ml size, I bought the exact serum that comes in a 9ml pump bottle. It is sold as a pack of 3 (S$20), and yes if you simply do the math... It seems to be more worth it to get a pack of 3 which comes up to a total of 27ml for S$20, versus S$50 for 30ml. ;) This bottle size is suitable to bring for travel and staycations, sleepovers, etc. 

Clé de Peau Beauté

This is the very first product that I have ever gotten from Clé de Peau Beauté... The Refining Fluid Foundation in O20 shade. And yes, please do give me a big round of applause of stepping into the CDP world, hehe! Afterall, it is said that once you start using CDP products, it is very difficult to steer away from it.  I do understand why so, especially since they have the technology to synergize makeup and skincare ingredients into their makeup products. Furthermore, being a luxury beauty brand hailing from Japan, it will be nice to pamper myself with this, right? It cost just S$60 per bottle at the sale.

I was told by the beautiful Nora, that Clé de Peau Beauté does not retail the Synactif fragrance (S$20). Instead, this is sprayed in the Clé de Peau Beauté facial rooms for that lovely and relaxing rose scent. I caught whiffs of it and I WAS SOLD! :p I have been spraying this in my room, and I have to say that it smells so good!!! I wish I had bought more than just one bottle!!!! :(

For those who wonder what the french words 'Clé de Peau Beauté' mean... It means 'Key to Beautiful Skin'.

Maquillage

Not the first time using Shiseido Maquillage products, but it was my first time purchasing the brand's compact powder foundation. I wanted to give this a try, based on its optical illusion technology to conceal pores and its 10 hours lasting power. Let's see if it works! ;)

The compact case was designed by the NY-based designer, Alexander Wang a couple of years back. It is not a recent design. The other Maquillage product purchased was the Glossy Perfect Rouge lipstick in RD318, that is of a rose pink shade.

Joico

This conditioner helps in hair repair and preserves your hair color. It was selling at an attractive price of S$16 or S$18 for two bottles. Hence, I decided to give it a try.

Well, that's all for my shopping haul from the Shiseido sale.
I can't wait for the year-end Shiseido sale already.
Thanks to the team for the invitation! 
 
Hope you had fun shopping at the Sale if you headed down!
Share with me what you bought too! :)