My laptop of 3 years is very moody these days, always staring at me with the irritating look. Judging from the condition of it with it's 'damaged clothes', I think it's high time I get my lappytoppy a new sets of clothing. [They don't come cheap either, that's why! T_T]
This is how the current one looks like. [Pictures credits to Garskin.com] Well almost similar, more retarded actually since my laptop is black. Super tak chic seh. Last time when I got this laptop skin, it was thanks to my bro and we actually went DIY. There wasn't a store that actually sell this so he just bought a huge sized replica of carbon fibre sticker and we started measuring, cutting and pasting. I think we're like a trendsetter to start dressing our laptops? Chey chey. Padahallll padahallll. :p
Anyhoots, I am still deciding what kind of dress I should get for my lappytoppy. Hmmm.. :)
Oops...I miss my i LOVEmondays slot and since Mak Pah is away on family holiday, I'm going to "hijack" her Tuesday Potion for this week. (thank you Mak Pah!!!) I hope everyone had a good long weekend break and I know some of us have extended our leave like our Mak Pah since its already school holidays..
It's been a busy week for some of us. Our dear geek chick, Naddy is back from her Hello Kitty conference. I have to hail her as our new Kawaii Queen. She now knows the whole clan!!
Anyways, I stumble upon this clip that shows a talent that does an amazing show with sand. This art performance is nothing new but I just like her interpretation. The music and mood captures the story she was portraying with her sand art.
KseniyaSimonova is a Ukrainian artist who just won Ukraine's version of "America's Got Talent." She uses a giant light box, dramatic music, imagination and "sand painting" skills to interpret Germany's invasion and occupation of Ukraine during WWII.
Hello ladies and gentlemen(I assume there are some men out there reading Vogue-U.blogspot.com!)
Let’s discussabout traveling via budget airlines.
Honestly, I have never taken any budget airlines before, BUT, that doesn’t mean that I will NEVER TRY them!
There are quite a numberof budget airlines in the region, to name a few –
Singapore has Jet Star,Tiger Airways and Valuair
oohh, I luv that tag line!
Malaysia has Firefly, Air Asia and Air Asia X
Indonesia has Mandala Air,Lion Air, latest is BataviaAir and many more
One main advantage of taking budget airline is their fares are lower than the premium regional airlines, thus they are also known as low cost carrier;
But they may charge for extras like food, priority boarding, seat allocating and baggage (thus they are also known as no-frills carrier) so we have to factor all these costs before deciding which would be the most suitable airline for us.
On the other hand, I have heard of some misgivings abt budget airlines that have put me off.
For example, my top main peeve is flight cancellation – sometimes the passengers found this out only when they arrive at the airport to check-in. And if there are no officers on stand-by to handle this (yes, I have read this incidents do happen from the media esp for this particular airline), the passengers are left scrambling looking for other alternatives.
Next is flight delay – this too, will just spoil anybody’s mood. Imagine you are up and excited to leave on a 7 am flight, to be told that your flight has been delayed to 4 pm! It happened just last week to my niece for her Bangkok trip (again by the very same airline mentioned above - so that's it, I am so gonna strike this airline out!)
Third would be safety of the carrier/plane – but so far, most airlines (whether budget or regional) must adhere to some safety standards, something I believe they will not compromise on, so this is not a big issue.
I wonder, have any of you tried taking budget airlines? What was your experience like and your recommendations?
To me, as long as the plane can take us from point A to B safely and according to schedule, I would not mind giving these budget airlines a try.
Ok here I am going to be very thick-skin, pleading to AIR ASIA (since I have heard so many positive things about it)
Dear,
Datuk Seri Tony Francis Fernandes
Would you like to sponsor me and the Vogue-U gals a free flight to any destinations, preferably far far and further away from Singapore and Malaysia? Ermmm, to London and/or Dubai would be nice and make our day!
It will certainly be an awesome experience for us flying Air Asia!
Woohoooo.....
Ps. This reminded me of a friend who had no choice but to take a budget airline. He had a hearty big breakfast before he boarded that flight coz according to him – “This could be my very last meal!” But worry not, he is safe and sound but sadly, that airline has already folded 3 years ago due to safety issues!
In the name of Almighty, Most Gracious, Most Merciful
A conversation between 2 Muslim sisters:
"I'm so tired."
"Tired of what?"
"Of all these people judging me."
"Who judged you?"
"Like that woman, every time I sit with her, she tells me to wear hijab."
"Oh, hijab and music! The mother of all topics!"
"Yeah! I listen to music without hijab…haha!"
"Maybe she was just giving you advice."
"I don't need her advice. I know my religion. Can`t she mind her own business?"
"Maybe you misunderstood. She was just being nice."
"Keeping out of my business, that would be nice..."
"But it's her duty to encourage you do to good."
"Trust me. That was no encouragement. And what do you mean `good` ?" "Well, wearing hijab, that would be a good thing to do."
"Says who?"
"It's in the Qur'an, isn't it?"
"Yes. She did quote me something."
"She said Surah Nur, and other places of the Qur'an."
"Yes, but it's not a big sin anyway. Helping people and praying is more important."
"True. But big things start with small things."
"That's a good point, but what you wear is not important. What's important is to have a good healthy heart."
"What you wear is not important?"
"That's what I said."
"Then why do you spend an hour every morning fixing up?"
"What do you mean?"
"You spend money on cosmetics, not to mention all the time you spend onfixing your hair and low-carb dieting."
"So?"
"So, your appearance IS important."
"No. I said wearing hijab is not an important thing in religion."
"If it's not an important thing in religion, why is it mentioned in the HolyQur'an?"
"You know I can't follow all that's in Qur'an."
"You mean God tells you something to do, you disobey and then it's OK?"
"Yes. God is forgiving."
"God is forgiving to those who repent and do not repeat their mistakes."
"Says who?"
"Says the same book that tells you to cover."
"But I don't like hijab, it limits my freedom."
"But the lotions, lipsticks, mascara and other cosmetics set you free?!What`s your definition of freedom anyway?"
"Freedom is in doing whatever you like to do."
"No. Freedom is in doing the right thing, not in doing whatever we wish to do."
"Look! I've seen so many people who don't wear hijab and are nice people, and so many who wear hijab and are bad people."
"So what? There are people who are nice to you but are alcoholic. Should we all be alcoholics? You made a stupid point."
"I don't want to be an extremist or a fanatic. I'm OK the way I am without hijab."
"Then you are a secular fanatic. An extremist in disobeying God."
"You don't get it, if I wear hijab, who would marry me?!"
"So all these people with hijab never get married?!"
"Okay! What if I get married and my husband doesn't like it? And wants me to remove it?"
"What if your husband wants you to go out with him on a bank robbery?!"
"That's irrelevant, bank robbery is a crime."
"Disobeying your Creator is not a crime?"
"But then who would hire me?"
"A company that respects people for who they are."
"Not after 9-11"
"Yes. After 9-11. Don't you know about Hanan who just got into med school?And the other one, what was her name, the girl who always wore a white hijab…ummm…"
"Yasmeen?"
"Yes. Yasmeen. She just finished her MBA and is now interning for GE."
"Why do you reduce religion to a piece of cloth anyway?"
"Why do you reduce womanhood to high heals and lipstick colors?"
"You didn't answer my question."
"In fact, I did. Hijab is not just a piece of cloth. It is obeying God in a difficult environment. It is courage, faith in action, and true womanhood.But your short sleeves, tight pants…"
"That's called `fashion`, you live in a cave or something? First of all, hijab was founded by men who wanted to control women."
"Really? I did not know men could control women by hijab."
"Yes. That's what it is."
"What about the women who fight their husbands to wear hijab? And women in France who are forced to remove their hijab by men? What do you say about that?"
"Well, that's different."
"What difference? The woman who asked you to wear hijab…she was a woman, right?"
"Right, but…"
"But fashions that are designed and promoted by male-dominated corporations, set you free? Men have no control on exposing women and using them as a commodity?! Give me a break!"
"Wait, let me finish, I was saying…"
"Saying what? You think that men control women by hijab?"
"Yes."
"Specifically how?"
"By telling women how and what to wear, dummy!" "Doesn't TV, magazines and movies tell you what to wear, and how to be `attractive'?"
"Of course, it's fashion."
"Isn't that control? Pressuring you to wear what they want you to wear?"
[Silence]
"Not just controlling you, but also controlling the market."
"What do you mean?"
"I mean, you are told to look skinny and anorexic like that woman on the cover of the magazine, by men who design those magazines and sell those products."
"I don't get it. What does hijab have to do with products."
"It has everything to do with that. Don't you see? Hijab is a threat to consumerism, women who spend billions of dollars to look skinny and live by standards of fashion designed by men…and then here is Islam, saying trash all that nonsense and focus on your soul, not on your looks, and do not worry what men think of your looks."
"Like I don't have to buy hijab? Isn't hijab a product?"
"Yes, it is. It is a product that sets you free from male-dominated consumerism."
"Stop lecturing me! I WILL NOT WEAR HIJAB! It is awkward, outdated, and totally not suitable for this society ... Moreover, I am only 20 and too young to wear hijab!"
"Fine. Say that to your Lord, when you face Him on Judgment Day."
"Fine."
"Fine."
[Silence]
"Shut up and I don't want to hear more about hijab niqab schmijab Punjab!"
[Silence]
She stared at the mirror, tired of arguing with herself all this time.
Successful enough, she managed to shut the voices in her head, with her own opinions triumphant in victory on the matter, and a final modern decision accepted by the society - but rejected by the Faith:
"Yes!" - to curls on the hair - "No!" - to hijab! "And he (/she) is indeed a failure who corrupts it [the soul]!"[Holy Quran 91:10]
Subhana'Allah!!!
"Nay! You prefer the life of this world; While the hereafter is better and more lasting."[Holy Quran: 87:16-17]
"You are the best community (Ummah) raised up for (the benefit of) humanity; enjoining what is right and forbidding what is wrong and believing in Allah." [Holy Quran: 3:110]
Pearl's Voice : An endless conversation that I myself often get into, with endless debate that has no ending. Coming from yours truly, someone, that has gone through these phases, the turmoil, the obligation, the condemnation - from a non-hijab wearer to a hijab wearer for 3 months and then decided to ditch the hijab. The choices some of us made became a measurement by the society. Those who persevere would cry out triumph, however, those who went otherwise, does it mean we are doom forever?
For now, I only have this to say, the choices I made, I will have to answer the consequences.......
IN Element Pte Ltd - singapore Retail / Merchandise Industry Senior Interior Designer Closing date : 5 December 2009 Send resume to : JobStreet.com Application is open to Singaporeans, PR's & Malaysians Only.
Responsibilities:
Plan & design artistic, functional interiors by analysing clients' requirements and resources
Produce full colour plan and perspectives, material sample as well as mood boards for presentation
Able to manage projects from conceptualisation to completion independently
Prepare estimate cost of interior work
Coordinate with contractors, workers and building authorities
Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein
Periodically inspect ID works for quality and timeliness
Requirements:
Diploma in Interior Design or equivalent is a must.
Min 5 Years & above of working experience in commercial interior environment.
Good in conceptualizing design, space planning, handling of project independently from conceptualisation to completion.
Excellent knowledge in Autocad, Photoshop, 3D Max design.
Strong in construction detailing drawings.
Able to meet tight deadlines
Possess good communication skills.
Pleasant personality with good integrity & strong sense of responsibilities.
the ID Dept Pte Ltd - singapore Senior Interior Designer /Design Director Closing date : 8 December 2009 Send resume to : sandy.tan@themill.sg
Responsibilities:
You will be taking on projects independently. With due experience, you will also have the opportunity to lead a team of designers.
Requirements:
4 to 6 years experience in Design & Build, Consultancy, Residential and Commercial Projects
Proficiency in AutoCad and 3D Max, manual drawing and detailing knowledge
Possess strong conceptualization skills and ability to produce hand drawn sketches
Independent worker with leadership qualities and project management skills
Possess leadership qualities to manage a team of designers
Only Singaporeans and Permanent Residents need apply.
Rewards:
Attractive Salary & Remuneration Package
Great Career Prospects
Fabulous Working Environment
iX Architects - singapore Architectural Assistant / Technical Officers Send resume to : recruit@ixa.com.sg
1. Architect The Architect will form part of the iX Team in the conceptualisation, design and preparation for various architectural projects. A good degree in Architecture from a recognized institution is required, with minimum 2 years of relevant architectural practice. Prior experience is needed in using AutoCAD, PHOTOSHOP and other common multi-media softwares, in addition to proficiency in the local building regulations and submission procedures.
The Architect should possess good communication and presentation skills, with strong design concepts and efficient project management.
2. Technical Officer The Technical Officer should be proficient in the preparation of working and presentation drawings, and have good knowledge of the local building regulations, codes and submission procedures. Relevant experience in the usage of AutoCAD, other multi-media software in architecture design and Microsoft Office Applications would be an advantage.
Minimum educational requirements are at least a Polytechnic Diploma, ITE or equivalent.
3. Part-time Assistance / Student Intern Work with us and help us up on projects or part-time basis. Flexible working hours. Write to us to find out more.
dwp refer to list below visit website to apply. Click here
australia Senior Interior Designer (Melbourne) 1 position
bahrain 3D Visualizer 1 position Design Director - Architecture 1 position FF&E Designer 1 position Senior Interior Designer 1 position
china Managing Director 1 position Senior Interior Designer 1 position
hong kong Senior CAD Operator 1 position
malaysia Accountant 1 position Architect (Registered) 1 position Business Development Manager 1 position Interior Designer 1 position Marketing Executive 1 position Office Manager 1 position Quality Manager 1 position Receptionist 1 position Secretary 1 position Senior Interior Designer 1 position
singapore CAD Manager 1 position Design Director - Workplace 1 position Senior CAD Operator 1 position Senior Interior Designer - Workplace 1 position
thailand CAD Operator (Banking & Finance) 1 position Senior Interior Designer (Banking & Finance) 1 position
uae Interior Designer (Hospitality) 2 positions
vietnam Design Director - Architecture 1 position Senior Architect 1 position Senior Interior Designer - Hospitality 1 position
Good luck and best wishes from your "kawaii" designer!!
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