Nu Bra - the New Bra to have!

Before reading any further, for the boys: be warned that this post isn't addressed to you. It's about ladies' underwear and no, it's not the lacy, skimpy type - it's sticky and pretty weird looking, so yea, be warned!

Ok, girls, I really have got to share this AMAZING find with you! I had heard of sillicon stick-on bras for months before I finally bought one. I had been aware that there were a lot of copies of these kind of bras, but knew I had to get the original Nu Bra, approved and carried by Victoria's Secret. After putting them on for the first time, I wondered why I had waited so long before my purchase! Nu Bra has been the solution to all my "revealing bra" problems. Because of the sticky silicone pad, the bra cup sticks on to you like skin - comfortable yet unyielding. You can jump, run, and even sweat, yet, these babies will stay on PERFECT - trust me!

Thicker in the middle and thinner on the edges, Nu Bra looks au naturale too! And for the less endowed among us, don't worry about not filling your Nu Bra - these sticky pads always give a perfect fit and you can kiss those "open bra cup problem" goodbye! :) Last but not least - cleavage. Always thought that sexy cleavages are only for the fuller chested? This isn't the case anymore - us flatter chested can now get some cleavage action too! With Nu Bra, you can "pull" your breasts together and thus, creating a fuller effect. With this, you're ready to take on any neckline-plunging, bare-back dress out there ;)

Ok, enough reading, this video will show you what I mean:



And at thepoplook.com, we carry Nu Bra Feather-lite, Nu Bra Seamless, and the Original Nu Bra.

Ok, some of you may think that I'm only plugging Nu Bra because thepoplook.com carries it - but no.. I REALLY DO LOVE my Nu Bra!

I <3 Junkfood

No, I'm not talking about, crisps, coke, candy or chocolate. I love Junkfood CLOTHING! I adore these tees and practically live in them. I find Junkfood perfect for our warm weather, and for those going to places with colder climate, why not layer these over long sleeve tees/shirts (I remember seeing Anna Stern from the OC looking preppy-punk with a tee over a long sleeve, collared shirt).

JunkFood is well known for its soft, weathered fabrics that feature retro and contemporary pop culture images as well as original artwork. With its loyal celebrity following, it is no wonder this basic closet piece has become a must-have item for the savvy, trend-concious among us ;)

So, check out thepoplook.com for the latest designs by Junkfood! We are currently carrying Misfits, Beatles, Jimi Hendrix and Queen. *Psst*.. I hear that new stock, which includes Madonna, KISS, AC/DC and Kings of Leon, has just arrived so hang tight and we'll satiate your junkfood craving!

"Youth comes with Age" - Jean Cocteau

Ok, so I was just surfing the internet and was taken aback when I saw old .. yes, REAL OLD ladies in high-fashion shots. Here's introducing Old Ladies Rebellion, a fashion label by 24-year-old French, Fanny Karst. This label is designed specifically for older women and uses ordinary, old-looking models. (Although I did read that these models used to be Givenchy's muses in the 60s - so, not so ordinary after all, eh?). The line features forgiving shift dresses in silk, modern prints and even puns - "not at your age", proving that ahmas now can be elegant AND rock n' roll! The line originally designed for the older woman, has been described as very wearable, for ladies from 18-80. Personally, these pieces aren't for me. Although I can imagine Kim Catrall looking elegant in some of these dresses - making it look oh-so-chic in the streets of the City. Also, OLR reminds me of fashion-business moguls, Mary-kate (or is it Ashley) Olsen in elegant, oversized dresses.

What a breath of fresh air in the fashion world! This will only open doors for designers, and our dreams of one day becoming fashion models will never end - there is now a glimmer of hope ;)

Thepoplook.com's Jewellery Photoshoot .. Woot!

Yeap, we had our very first jewellery photoshoot. YAY! And here's a sneak peak of our model, photos and of course jewellery! HUGE HUGE thank you to Juinn Ruei and Shea Jean -you guys are the best :)

Model: Shea Jean Lim

Make-up Artist: Juinn Ruei Tan

Slouchy Skinny Denim Legging

Denim Denim Denim, our closet staple be it skinny or flare, bootcut or boyfriend; this magic material goes with EVERYTHING (well, except denim itself). You must agree that those fashion people up there have done almost everything they can to this basic piece - obvious from the ever-evolving styles. And lately, they have even pulled out their pliers, scuffs, nails, paint and TA DA .. we have distressed jeans. I am jealous that they can make work material look so sophisticated. And I hate how they make us want to buy them :( Although I do know of some mothers who will not allow their daughters to wear these torn, 'cheap looking' jeans.. mothers, mothers..

The immensely popular Balmain distressed jeans.

Anyway, talking about denim evolution, I've been seeing a lot of two styles lately and have a bit of mixed feelings about both of them. 1. The Slouchy Skinny 2. Denim Leggings.

1. Slouchy Skinny

Citizens of Humanity slouchy skinny

Ok, so, I guess this is the combination of both skinny and slouchy, yes - loose at the thighs but tight around the ankles. This style is gaining a lot of popularity and I have a strong feeling it stemmed from Katie Holmes' 'fisherman' look. I'm thinking she couldn't find them in the market and had to make the look herself.

katie holmes in rolled jeans

Hmm.. personally, I find this folded hem a bit too fishy for me. I must admit Mrs Cruise looks HOT but I don't think I'll be able to pull it off. But I DO like the slouchy skinny above. It looks very effortless chic, laid-back cool. And I bet in our humid weather, these are a lot more airy compared to the proper skinny skinnies. Verdict: YES for me :D

2. The Denim Leggings (aka Jeggings = Jeans + Leggings)

Denim Leggings on ASOS

Yes, technology has allowed us to combine these two materials, fashion designers have managed to combine these two styles, and we have successfully combined these two words. Jeans/leggings that suppose to give you the 'perfect' fit. And here, Paris seems to agree with this trend:

Paris Hilton in denim leggings

BUT I'm a bit iffy - I think designed/styled wrongly, on the wrong body type, this trend can be a huge disaster! eg:

Styled here for American Apparel

Although, I must admit, some look HOT:

Kate Bosworth in denim leggings

So, denim leggings - I feel, if styled correctly can look amazing but personally, I'll try and stay away from the general legging 'traps' - bright, shiny, glossy. I'd prefer to go for a darker matte shade for the ultimate slimming effect ;) I also hope we can find thinner jeggings around, my legs will definitely be sweating if these are thick and tight :s

Anyway, comment and let me know what you think! slouchy skinny? denim leggings?

Christian the Lion

Hey guys,

Ok, was planning on a fashion-y subject for my first post but really have got to share this clip I saw. I'm sure a lot of you would have seen it already, dubbed 'A True Love Story', it is a clip on care and affection, seperation then reunion. Yes, I'm talking about Christian the Lion. Ok, for those of you who have not seen it, here's the clip! Enjoy! and get some kleenex ready!



See, I told you to get the tissues ready - I teared up bad the first time I watched it. Anyway, been trying to find out more info on the two men and the lion, read up a bit online and they were also guests (well, not the lion of course) on the Oprah Show today. I was shocked to read that they bought the lion in Harrods London where they saw it caged up sometime in the 60s. Can you imagine seeing exotic animals for sale in Harrods today?? among the Oscar de la Rentas, and Missonis? Actually, come to the think of it, it'll be pretty cool (ok, i'm not condoning the sale of wild animals, just that i can imagine it on some posh fashion campaign ad). The two men have been back to Kenya another time after this clip was taken. And you can see that Christian's mane had grown. Such amazing shots to see humans in such close contact with a wild gentle beast.

It really gets one thinking, how closely we are connected to the animals in this world, the respect they hold for us and the love and protection we should be returning to them. I guess all of us can start small - maybe walk your dog today, or play with your cat, volunteer at the local SPCA.

Ok, I'm gonna go look for Turbo (our dog) now and see whether he wants to play catch.


For more info on Christian the Lion:
Christian, the lion who lived in my London living room (Daily Mail)
A Wild Reunion (Oprah)

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