Archive for March, 2008

After living in Taiwan for the past year and a half, I am still not used to my life here. There are so many things I  still have to get use to. Just a couple of months ago, I bought my new50cc scooter, and loving it! I am still driving without a license, so I always have to keep my eye wide open for cops. (Cops here sometimes stop people randomly just to check for license) The other day, I ran through one red light plus I didn’t have my safety helmet on. From a mile back, I saw the multi-color electric light sparkling. Right, then and there I knew the police was going to stop me. In my head, I was calculating how much I’d have to pay. Driving without license= 6000NT (about 200 US dollars), Didn’t stop for the light 3000NT (100 US dollars), and no helmet= 600NT (30US dollars). I slowed down a little, and  was in panic. I knew I was going to be in big trouble- no excuse.

The cops did stopped me, and questioned me countlessly. I had to beg him, and made up some story why I had to run the light, and without my helmet. Luckily, he decided not to take a penny from me! I told him that his uniform looked a lot better than the ones from Thailand. I guess I made his day for complementing his uniform. He gave me a warning, and said “I hope I don’t see you again.”

Another street mission…no, I should say “School Mission.” Too bad I didn’t have my professional camera with me. So I had to use my phone camera, which didn’t turn out too bad! I was in school sitting by the bench, enjoying my lunch with a couple of friends, at the same time checking out all the cute couples walking by. After observing so many couples, I came to a conclusion that most couple’s minds think alike! At least in their fashion style! So, here’s a photo of a couple I found before I went to my 2nd period lecture. Charlie and Nancy, both 21 year-old university student. Charlie’s top from “Devilock”, black shorts from “Diesel”, shoes from “VANS”, scarf from “squatch fabrix” His girlfriend, Nancy top from “ps”, pants from “Lorwys Farm” boots from “Dr.Martens” and necklace from his loving boyfriend “Vivienne Westwood.”

We don’t like wearing the exact same T-shirt, but we like to match by wearing the same color shirt!

- Nancy.

Women every where are apparently lashing out! Eyelash extensions are the latest and greatest trend today to improve your looks. Women will do whatever it takes to have their eyelashes standout. Mascara is one way to extend your eye lash, however many women are tired of applying it everyday. The latest trend today is the eyelash extension of which will last some a couple weeks, or months! I’ve done it before, and really enjoyed my long lashes (since most Asian has really thin lashes). The procedure to attach the extensions is painless and can be done in just a few hours.

Now, lets here what the men has to say about women with fake eyelash extension

1. What do you think of women in fake lashes?

What is wrong with you?

- Rich, USA

I don’t like extension eyelashes, they make someone more fake. They say eye say a lot about a person and just by puttin fake lashes, just says the girl’s probably fake, materialistic, and stuck up!

- Tom, Taiwan

hmmm….I think it’s kind of hot!

- Jerry, USA

One time my girlfriend had it done, and part of her fake lashes were falling off. Some parts were long, and some parts were short. It’s a waste of money, and time. Natural beauty is the best

-Ray, Taiwan

I think its dumb and stupid.

- Chris, Canada

I don’t really care. Looks the same to me.

-Jason, Taiwan

Here’s a video process of what eyelash extensions look like:

As you read this post, be sure to notice the outfits the Binlang Girls are wearing, and let me know which one you would buy your Binlang Girl!

For those who don’t know, “Binlang” in Mandarin means Betel Nut. It is a name given to the seed of the Areca catechu tree. Areca catechu is the botanical name of a species of palm tree that grows in parts of the tropical Pacific, Asia, and Africa. More commonly known as betel palm or betel nut tree, it can grow to a height of 65-90 feet. It is very common to see Binglang stalls located on the side of the streets in Taiwan. I see a lot of the trees by my grandmother’s house. They usually have them plant in a warm, rural area,so that they are easy to grow and require little maintenance and care for many years ahead.

In order to make money, you will see a lot of girls wearing sexy outfits for attention. It is a competition for the Binlang ladies to wear less clothing as possible to get their customers awarenesses. Betel nut girls are usually from working-class backgrounds. Some are secondary-school dropouts; others may have been forced into the work by their families, in which they are the primary wage-earners.It’s not a surprise to see these girls running around in their bikinis, or mini tight shorts with a halter top. Even at the coldest time of the year, these girls are still wearing “nothing!” Here are some photos of these Binglang girls. You decide, which has the best Binlang outfit?!

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Here’s a photo of Ivy modeling in her lantern sleeve dress. Ivy, in two different color dark blue and gray. I really like her dress because its not too short, and actually pretty elegant looking don’t you think? But, I don’t like the idea of white knee socks with this dress. Simple is just enough. This dress with short heels will match, or a nice flat sandals will be perfect too! I wouldn’t mind wearing out on a dinner date, or on a casual day. Oh, and I gotta comment on her hair….its what I call perfect. I love the length, the color and the curls! What do you think of Ivy’s fashion taste for this coming spring? Do you prefer the dark blue dress or the gray divine looking dress?

HA! You be the judge…who wears it better?

The first sleeve I am going to talk about is called the “Lantern sleeve”, (probably the most trendy sleeve now) full, gathered sleeve attached to a drop-shouldered garment; it can be either a long or short sleeve look. Here, J-Lo, Kelly Ripa, and Carmen Electra are all wearing the “Lantern Sleeve” dress. I think its good to wear Lantern sleeve because it covers up your flabby looking arms. It looks especially good on people who has wide arms, which is a perfect sleeve for me! Would you wear these lantern sleeves?

The next sleeve is call the “Kimono Sleeve”, the word “Kimono” comes from the Japanese word which means a traditional Japanese dress. However, Kimono has been used in fashion especially when we are trying to define a certain type of sleeve. Here, Angelina Jolie is wearing a Kimono attire, a black V-neckline top with sheer kimono sleeves. The kimono sleeve adds loads of volume on top, so it’s best for smaller busted women. What do you think of Jolie’s sleeve? Would you wear them?

I like the puffed sleeve, but just not for me. A bit of a puffed sleeve can work for most body types, but may look too precious for very petite women who try to avoid an overly girly look. The picture below of an Japanese model showing off in her puff sleeve. Looks good on her? I don’t like that big ribbon in front of her chest.. would you wear this type of sleeve?

Balloon sleeve is shaped full over the upper arm and narrowed from the elbow to wrist. Fuller at the top. lloon sleeves are a perfect way to add softness to a small upper body and draw the eye away from a thick waist or any lower body problem areas. Would you wear this kind of sleeve?

Finally, this Bell sleeve is narrow at the armhole and wide uncuffed at the wrist as seen in choir gowns. This is probably one of the easiest of the dramatic sleeves to wear. And looks flattering on all body types!

I was never a fan of Crocs shoes, they were just simply dull looking to me. However, I did get a pair for myself because everyone else had them. (Actually, they’re quite comfy!) Well, if you’re the one that’s addicted to Crocs, then you must be happy to hear that Crocs came out with colorful designs for your precious cell-phones! (No kidding!) If you do not have a cell phone holder, I guess this will be a good case to protect your phone.  It will come in several different colors which includes: black, silver, red, grape, fuchsia, celery, cotton candy, and turquoise and will cost around $15 each.

Click on the image to see the back view

I never thought Gladiator heels were attractive until I saw these pairs from Ralph Lauren. A lot of people thinks gladiator looks uncomfortable and ugly, but these pair from Ralph Lauren are different. Look at the way Mary-Kate wears it with her outfit- now, does it change your perspective? Talking about “Gladiator heels” it immediately reminds me of Mary-Kate, and that’s because she’s always in them! (At least in most of the pictures I see). We don’t see much of gladiators being worn around lately, but Mary-Kate will always have them.

Mary-Kate looks good wearing gladiator heels from Ralph Lauren.

What do you think of these pair from Chanel? Looks like she’s injured to me…