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Veuve Clicquot Yellowboam

retrogurl — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 22:03:04 +0000

I get quite a few packages sent to the office but this one package that arrived just before Halloween has me in awe, actually the whole office was amazed. When the messenger arrived with a heavy box, he was curious as to what was in the package. Everyone thought it was a case of Veuve Clicquot at first, the entire office surrounded the package as I unboxed and unveiled what was inside.

Veuve Clicquot sent over a monstrous ostrich Yellowboam, which is limited to 1200 in its kind, there are 3600 in total with 1200 each in ostrich, alligator and stingray. The hand-blown Jeroboam (3L, contains four standard bottles worth) is simply amazing, sealed with 22.4 ct. gold and 24 ct. muzzle engraved with Mme. Clicquot’s signature. The enormous bottle came in a golden yellow wooden box and the bottle label was made of ostrich and numbered in the back. This is definitely a collector’s item, cheers to Veuve Clicquot!

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Grill 21 | Filipino Food

retrogurl — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 16:00:02 +0000

CHICKEN AND PORK ADOBO

Grill 21
346 East 21st Street
New York, NY 10010
212.473.5950

Filipino food, I’ve only tried two Filipino restaurants before, back in 2007 I first went to Elvie’s Turo-Turo and last month I went to Grill 21 twice. Grill 21 was a much better dining experience since it’s a sit down spot rather than cafeteria-style at Elvie’s, the restaurant is super tiny but I do like the homey atmosphere and the owner/staff are really nice and accommodating. I’ve combined my two visits in one post, the first time I went was with a lot of people, ordered almost everything. The food and dessert was super amazing, love it and will def go back. Prices are moderate and this is def one of my fave spots now. If you love Filipino food and/or never tried before I definitely recommend this restaurant. Be sure to make a reservation because the restaurant is really small so big parties may need advance notice. Enjoy!

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Nike Women’s Training Spring 2010 Media Summit: Day 1

retrogurl — Sun, 11 Oct 2009 22:23:23 +0000

October 6, 2009

Now that I’m back from Vancouver, BC, I’ll be recapping my trip, had a great time there. Still a bit tired due to lack of sleep, not because of jetlag but because I watched the trailers of Parnormal Activity lol. I really want to see that movie, but I’m sure afterward I won’t be able to get a good night sleep for awhile, even with the lights on lol.

On the first day of my Nike trip in Vancouver, BC I stayed in the entire day at the Loden Hotel to catch up with work, plus I was extremely tired due to lack of sleep, I also knew the next day would be extremely long. I basically ate, worked, slept and then met up with the Nike team and the other media that were invited. Breakfast, lunch and dinner up at the Halo Suite in the Penthouse were all by Voya, Loden Hotel’s restaurant. Food was good and had a great time chatting with my new friends.

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Christian Louboutin x Piper Heidsieck Le Rituel Box Set

retrogurl — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 17:00:20 +0000

This is one sexy box set, shoe god Christian Louboutin has teamed up with Champagne makers Piper Heidsieck to produce this limited edition “Le Rituel” boxset. The luxury set contains a bottle of champagne and Louboutin’s signature red soled glass shoe, inspired by a rituel from the 1880s in which it was seen as the ultimate decadence to drink from a lady’s slipper. The box set is definitely a collector’s item and will be available at colette from October 19th. HOT.

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Happy Birthday To Me!!

retrogurl — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 04:15:24 +0000

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ME! It’s my birthday today (September 29th), along with my dear big bro Steven (we are not twins, we’re a few years apart). We celebrated our birthday with our parents yesterday at Fatty Crab, every year we have dinner with our parents on either the day before or the day of to thank them for “having us” and to spend some quality time together. Without my parents, there will not be me, so I thank them dearly and will always love them! I’ve celebrated with some of my friends this past weekend already, had good dinners and fun times at karaoke! More dinner celebrations this week. Thank you to everyone for all the lovely notes, emails and texts, I feel loved!

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New York Fashion Week Spring 2010 Day 6

retrogurl — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 05:17:35 +0000

Tuesday, September 15, 2009

Day 6 of New York Fashion Week was great, I’ve been looking forward to it because it was the Marc by Marc Jacobs show (check out the finale video here) and B came back from his two week vacation! Before the show, I went backstage and Marc Jacobs was just sitting here, so happy to see him- he’s always looking so hot! After the show I headed to the kick off of the Estee Lauder Companies‘ 2009 Breast Cancer Awareness Event, where they’ve introduced all their products that benefits Breast Cancer. Definitely support it since I am a woman and plus my aunt-in-law was recently diagnosed with breast cancer. Afterward I headed to the MCM New York handbag collection launch event at Saks, then to the Baby Phat fashion show which was about 40 minutes late! After a long day, the best thing is get some yummy food to fill the tummy, went to Yakitori Taisho 2 with B. Stay tuned for all the posts coming soon…

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New York Fashion Week Spring 2010 Day 0: HP + Coach

retrogurl — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 07:01:23 +0000

Wednesday, September 9, 2009

I know I know, I’m way behind, I can’t even keep track of what day it is today! Back tracking to day 0 of New York Fashion Week, or shall I say pre-NYFW? Anyway, the day before NYFW there were a ton of events but decided upon only two, went to the HP event for cocktails and to preview the new Vivienne Tam x HP Mini netbook, then headed to Hotel Griffou for dinner with some bloggers and the fab Coach team (thanks Coach). Was kinda bummed I missed the Anna Sui for Target private shopping event at the pop-up shop but I had a great night, so can’t complain.

For NYFW, I have been using the Vivienne Tam x HP Mini 1000 Edition and T-Mobile webConnect USB Laptop Stick (courtesy of T-Mobile) for blogging, checking emails and photo editing on the go. Lugging my MacBook would mean major back and shoulder pain, netbooks are the way to go. The webConnect USB Laptop Stick is a savior because WIFI sucks at Bryant Park Tents and it helps to have internet wherever and whenever. More on this later, I’m about to hit the sack- got an early morning tomorrow!

Outfit: Tracy Feith for Target Leather Biker Jacket, Forever 21 Burnout Tee, Brian Lichtenberg Brianel Graffiti Leggings, Jessica Simpson “Andolo” Pumps (Sample), Coach Textured Metallic Alexa Bag, Chanel Sunglasses, H&M Necklace and A(r)mor “Chilo” Bracelet Cuff + Ring.

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