Everyone says a year is short but as I looked through my folders of pictures, I saw it hadn't exactly been so. Just months ago, I was living a life completely different from what I am doing daily now. And for that, I am thankful for the burst of courage to venture into the unforeseen.

I decided to cut it short into the 3 Most Significant Moments of My 2013...

I left my job at SQ

Oh, FINALLY! People around me lamented about how they've been hearing me talk about quitting my job for the longest time but I was always still flying when I met up with them. So one day in June, I decided it was indeed time to take the plunge and I clicked "Send". 

If you hate your job, quit your job. Repeat after me: THE MONEY IS NOT WORTH IT.

Time off

I did not have a job lined up after SQ because I wanted to take a couple of months off, cultivate new interests, try something different and take life slowly. So I survived on whatever allowance I earned through blogging and advertorials, and leeched off H hahahaha. 

From this time off, I learnt a couple of things, to name a few - I love cooking but not baking. I love playing dress up but not being in-charge of customer service of an online store. I may be in Singapore everyday but that doesn't mean laundry is done frequently.

I got engaged

This is stale news but as of today, we tell people we're getting married THIS YEAR instead of next year! Definitely one of the best things to happen to me (us) in 2013. That's a huge foot into commitment, responsibilities and being a tiny family of two. We will be all grown up but *whispers in a small voice* ...I still feel like a kid.

In 2014, I want to...

1. Procrastinate less (it will be too ambitious if I were to say STOP procrastinating).
2. Exercise more, eat healthier (and get H to do the same, especially for the latter).
3. Start volunteering, preferably somewhere doing something related to children.
4. Pick up a new skill/hobby.

And of course, this year is going to encompass even MORE exciting moments. I truly can't wait! <:)

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To kickstart the new year, I was donned in FashMob!

The Notre Dame Lace Dress came in really pretty rose detailing, 

and I love how they left the sleeves sheer!

If you have the figure (unlike me), flaunt your curves in this little number!

For something more casual, I chose the Pinstripe Skirt in grey!

Dressing down should be made comfortable like this - nothing tight and be able to walk with ease.

(Great styling done by the FashMob team for this skirt, you should check it out!)

There's always a reason to shop!
Hop on over to FashMob to get your shopping needs satisfied ;)

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And lastly, I will be flea-ing again this Saturday (4th Jan)!
(I don't know why my wardrobe is constantly overflowed either.)

Come on down to the F1 Pit Building this Saturday from 12-7pm
to shop from 250 stalls and have some ice-cream from Salted Caramel!

SEE YOU OKAY??!!?

Giveaway results + DRx Skincare Regime

Hi girls!
I've finally read through all comments left for the giveaway and I'm sorry for taking this long! Thank you for taking the time to leave me a comment with your suggestions, I hope I will have the time in 2014 to share more. Here are the winners!

Set A:
Teresa Lim (lockedfuture@ymail.com)

Set B:
June Ho (heysunflower@live.com.sg)

Set C:
Shirley (shirley.wxl@hotmail.com)

Please send me an email at msgreeen@gmail.com with your address and I will mail the set to you via registered shipping ok! For those of you who didn't win, don't worry, I will be conducting more giveaways in future - it had been fun!

Thank you to all of you for reading all these years <3

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Sponsored post

So! I have jumped on the DRx skincare regime as well! I have heard a lot about the brand from my friends and fellow bloggers, all positiveness (!), so naturally I was very tempted to try it out for myself. I mean, who doesn't want flawless, porcelain and crystal clear skin? The journey to perfect skin is long and far but I am not giving up any means there is to achieve that. I also wish that one day I can stride down Orchard Road with enough confidence to have no makeup on my face.

FInally, the day for my appointment at DRx Clinic arrived!

I love the spacious, clean, white waiting area that was full of chatters.

It was all very casual, nothing serious like what you would encounter in some clinics.

After my consultation with Dr David Ng, 

I was ushered to the "photography room" to have my 'Before' picture taken.

And then I was given an introduction by a nurse 

on the products that I will be bringing home and how to use them. 

It was all very confusing initially since I was still new to the brand 

but after a day, I remembered all the steps. 

Easy peasy!

A peek into my box of goodies

All that I'm using on my face now!

Scroll down for more detailed shots :)

Pretty self-explanatory!

The milk cleanser is a make-up remover for face. 

For eyes, I'm still using Biore's jelly remover.

Ahhh, this awesome product, the Comedone Formula, 

reduces the appearance of blackheads, whiteheads and blemishes!

I was advised to apply on my oily t-zone but it seems to be a little drying 

so I only apply on my forehead at night since it's not that oily!

But on my nose day and night since that's blackheads' favourite place to be.
Recently, I also started applying a very thin layer on my cheeks
because my cheeks are one of the places which shine at the end of the day.

The X Cream is great for pigmentation and dark circles 

so I apply religiously on my under eye and this little birthmark on the left of my chin!

Here's a picture of me barefaced to better illustrate.

This was taken after my skincare regime and one day after I started using DRx products.

I was truly amazed because the darkness that has been haunting my under eye seems visibly reduced!!

Will keep you updated about my birthmark!

Max C!

One of their star products!

Let me quote their product description:

"Max-C is a potent anti-oxidant formula based on the highest possible 

stable concentration of Vitamin C. 

It counteracts free radicals, encourages collagen and elastic production 

to control the adverse effects of photo-damage, 

including wrinkling, sagging and other symptoms of premature skin aging."

Tell me, how yummy (in skin food context) does that sound already?!

So glad I was prescribed this!

I really love the Hydrator aka moisturiser!

Skin instantly feels smooth, soft and supple after application!

Definitely one of my favourite products.

For nighttime use to reduce appearance of fine lines and uneven skin texture

And lastly, sunscreen and Anti-Blemish Mask for the oily areas and pimples.

DRx products are very easily absorbed (in a matter of seconds) and when I am done with all the steps, my skin feels incredibly supple on touch and it has never felt this way before!

I may look oily after having all that products on my face but in all honesty, it doesn't feel oily at all! You know how some moisturiser and sunscreen bring about the oily-kinda-heavy texture on your skin?
DRx products don't that's why I love them!

I have been using the products day and night religiously for almost 3 weeks now (even when I was on holiday!) and my skin appears softer and smoother. It is not dry even though I was advised to apply a thin layer of each product on my skin anddddd my makeup glides on smoothly and very easily!

I'm so thankful to be introduced to DRx and I will keep you updated on my progress here ok?

Till then, enjoy the last days of 2013 and may you be filled with love and joy in 2014.
xx

All things jolly and pretty

Hi guys!
Sorry I have been a little too busy lately to blog. As we speak now, I have to be in the airport 12 hours later and I haven't even started coordinating my outfits for my trip to Ho Chi Minh city. I have been so tired living everyday to the fullest. Not that I'm complaining because life in December is always the awesomest.

Oh yes, about the giveaway, I haven't picked the winners yet, but I will, when I get back from HCMC okay!

A little update about life...

I'm rarely so made up but this was for a shoot right after I got back from Phuket last week. It's probably due to the tan I got from the holiday because the makeup artist used a lot of bronzer on me. I have always thought bronzer looks better on girls with healthy sun kissed skin. I want to go back to being porcelain :( But the makeup skill was damn power - I've never looked this good in my life hahaha.

Ignore my hairy arms. H got me a vintage Rolex for Christmas. I really don't need an expensive watch because watches are just accessories to me but there's no way around this man when he's set his mind on something. Not my money. Shrugs.

Our annual Christmas meet-up at Jasmine's! Cannot wait for Chinese New Year's at Debra's already! :)

Got my nails done at Polished and I love the happy colours of this set! The vibrant hues on my heft hand are like the warm colour tones.

And on my right is for the cool tones! So girly, so fun, I love this set! Appointments are already filling up fast for Lunar New Year so call and get a slot quick! I've already gotten mine on the 24th! ;)

Polished Boat Quay tel: 65353665
Polished East Coast tel: 62464256

And in line with the festivities, Browhaus and Strip have special promotions for my readers!

I was invited to their new outlet opening at Westgate and I had my brows dyed to the same shade as my hair! Brown brows are soooo pretty and they don't look as harsh! Now, I want to have brown brows always.

Oh yes, the offers for you girls!

Quote 'Jessica Tham' to redeem 50% off your first wax / brow treatment 

at Strip & Browhaus Westgate. 

Applicable for first-time customers at Westgate outlet only. 

Limited to one redemption per customer. 

Valid till 31 January 2014. 

Other terms & conditions apply.

Browhaus and Strip are also offering special starter packages for you! 

Strip: Purchase Strip waxing credit package at $150 and get $50 credits for free.

Browhaus: Spend $140 for 10 + 3 brow threading services (U.P. $170)

Have a jolly Christmas everyone!

Spread the love~~ <3