Plain Vain in the Rain

It's 2am and I'm supposed to be asleep.
Then it started to rain!
Made me so happy :]
Only then I realized I can't remember when was the last time we had some water from the sky.


Pic taken from http://rikonen.com/photography/20-awesome-examples-rain-photography

Have you ever tried dancing in the rain?

Never Olden Denim

Denim never gets old.

PERSONA by Taiwanese artist Jeffrey Wang is a collaboration with Levi's and Taiwan's Fubon's Art Foundation.

The jeans were kept in original form, no cutting, sewing or any alterations. A raw form of art.
Indeed, recycling denim jeans into another level of fashion is such a beautiful idea.


Check out this post from ecosalon!

I love jeans.
I'm glad I get to wear 'em to work, just throwing on a coat if needed for a smart casual look :]
On the record, baggy is my style, I just like the lazy casual boyish look and feel it brings really.
Hey skinnys too, but they are tricky sometimes. You gotta get the correct cut for your shape and the right length to make it work the magic!

Ok, my favourite piece is the first - the one shoulder dress. Which one's yours?

Favourite place at home

Where's your favourite spot at home? Yah, other than the bed :]

Mine's the comfy sofa I say! or yes, couch.

When I was younger I always chill on the sofa, listen to music and daydream. And my mum hates it when I do that, says I'm lazy. :]

And then you know, there came a point that I said I wouldn't mind just going on nomad-nomoney-travels, sleeping on couches, living the life. So I did.
I crashed at my friend's place for a few months, claiming the living area as my room and of course, the 3 seater couch. My luggage was placed next to it in the corner, my makeshift wardrobe.
I was almost always there, on the couch. Anytime people walk in, I'm chillin' there. TV, music, reading, design-doodles, coffee-tea, food-snacks. It's comfy! Imma be the queen of sofas. :]
Well, it wasn't mine all the time. When friends came over and hang out till late, I'd just sleep a.k.a pass out in any comfy position when sleep comes. Ahh easy. Totally no problemo.

Then, when it was time to go, I concluded one point for myself.
You see, once I've experienced that cramp-wake-not-enough-sleep phase, I noticed that: I need sleep when I need rest. Head needs pillow. Body needs bed. At least it's like I can say 'been there done that'. Next, take care of myself please. :]
Oh wait, so in the end it comes back to the bed?! Hmm nananahh, I'd spend more awake time on the couch still.

Haha! and so my next mission after that was to get a simple room with a bed and pillow, and I'm a happy person. Yeah of course it's gotta come with a blanket and nice bedding covers. Done. Yay! :]

Space

Hello.
I missed this space :]

Ups and downs, lefts and rights, smiles and frowns. Just like the weather haha

Sometimes when in doubt, I ask myself: Do you want this?
Normally, it's I dunno, maybe, I think so. Especially when shopping. :]
Well, it always comes back to:
What do I really want?
My answers change from time to time.

Ahhh did you guys have a good few weekends? Long holidays and that.
A deep breath of fresh air after the rain... dreamy times!

Your Thoughts

Dear all,

Whether you've been following Milktee since we first started, or you've just gotten to know us, we're always grateful to have your love and support.

Moving on from year one, this year is an on-going process of improving and making Milktee better for you, be it the style, the service, or the shopping experience.

Recently, we have decided to try out a different photo style for our pictures on the website.

As we do realize, one of the things you guys like about the previous shoots is the casual, natural comfyness it brings, yes? Using an empty space, we play around with some items as Ying moves around, showing how it would look and feel like when wearing the clothing.


This time, the new shoots are done with a plain white background. Now the images are sharper without other items to distract the view, and so the focus is on the clothing. In a way, it cuts down on the photoshoot time as well, which may allow us to work faster to update on new arrivals. :]

Well, we would like to hear your thoughts on this:
How do you feel about the change of the photo style?
Which one do you prefer?
Does it affect your shopping experience?
Anything you would like to share with us? :]

On another note, hope you guys had a good long weekend! Did you do anything fun?
For me, I'm just grateful to be able to catch up on sleep haha :]

Much loves!

Adi Style

Hey guys, came across this on adidas Originals Facebook page. Very cool!
It's actually addictive...I can't stop! :] Have fun.

An Other After Noon

What a sunny hot day.
I'm enjoying the at home moment.
Jamiroquai is playing on my boom boom deck :] Check out his funky chill if you guys haven't...
K, how about, don't try to listen too hard, just play the tunes and get on with your stuff, and if you feel the groove, do a little dance. Yeah.

If today is one day with no other worries in the world, what would you do to have fun?
I imagine music in the park, dance and ice cool drinks, and lots of laughter.

Have we had something like that in Malaysia before?
Ahhh maybe that's my next mission. Who's with me? :]

OAT Shoes

Just when we were talking about caring for the environment, I came across this: OAT Shoes!

Yes, the picture is for real.
So, OAT Shoes uses biodegradable materials to produce the shoes, and the style & design is pretty cool I say!
When the shoes get old, you just need to bury them in the garden, water regularly, and be patient while the flowers bloom. :]

Who would've thought it's possible.

Then comes my question:
What if it rains when I'm wearing them shoes?
Well, from what I know, biodegradation requires light plus water plus oxygen. All 3 elements come together during a rainy day, no?
Then, the microorganisms tend to reproduce faster in warm temperature. In Malaysia, warmth is not an issue.
OK, the only other thing absent is the land/soil.
So, as long as I don't wear the shoes if I'm going hiking (imagine the muddy soil after the rain), or when it's raining, shan't be a problem then ey?

I want one! :]

Support and Action

Did you participate in the Earth Hour project?

Picture taken from: http://abduzeedo.com/inspiration-wall-e-artworks !

Right, instead of just once a year, shall we save energy as much as we can everyday?

1. Turn off the lights and switches when you don't need them.

2. Unplug! Many appliances continue to draw a small amount of power when they are switched off, so do take that tiny bit of effort to unplug. Especially battery/phone chargers.

3. Cover liquids and wrap foods stored in the refrigerator. Uncovered foods release moisture and make the compressor work harder.

4. Use a covered kettle or pan to boil water; it’s faster and it uses less energy.

5. When doing laundry, wash full loads. If you are washing a small load, use the appropriate water-level setting.

Let's try these few first. :]
p/s: Anymore suggestions?

Supporting good causes is one thing. Taking action is the next.

Discovery

We were in Singapore the other day.
We curiously pushed open an intriguing contemporary wooden door and walked in.
We enjoyed exploring the mid-century inspired furniture and design collection.
We connected with Fahmy who is brilliantly creative.

We discovered A Thousand Tales on Haji Lane.

Sometimes, a connection activates imagination.
It can jog ideas.
It can be a reminder of one forgotten thing.
It can show how different people do different things in their everyday life.

Ultimately, it tells,
do what makes you happy.
As the world spins madly on. :]