FashionValet & Minz Fashion Show/Tea Party

Forgive me but I don't know why it took me so long to post about this event. Believe it or not, I won an invite(with plus one) to this private event when I purchased a necklace from FashionValet(FV) and only God knows how loud I screamed in the car when I saw an extra envelope in my parcel! Okay, actually Zahir knows too because he was in the car with me.

Lady Jane Cameo necklace

The fashion show/tea party was a private party held at T Forty Two in Bangsar Village 2 at 3pm on March 29th 2011, which was on Tuesday. Thank God our class ends at 11am on Tuesdays. So we went to lunch at Midvalley and had to rush back to college to get ready. We were lucky that Bangsar is so near to UM! Pheww!


I invited Reena to come with me since she was the one who introduced me to the founder of FV's (Vivy Yusof) blog. I wouldn't even know about FV if it weren't for Reena. We were so nervous for the event because well.. because we're regular people, not a magazine's editor or a famous blogger or a founder of an online boutique. I swear, by the time we took a seat, my palms were all sweaty and I could hear my heart beating, literally. It was my first time going to a fashion show, so forgive me for being so nervous! All I could think was did I dress okay? Do I look okay? Why didn't I choose to wear something more attractive? Is my hair behaving? Why didn't I put on extra compact powder? And can everyone hear my heart beating so fast and loud??

Reena and I both felt so out of place, surrounded by all these professionals and pretty people! But after a while being uncomfortable, two women approached our table and sat with us and everything went great after that. We relaxed a little and just enjoyed the food they served.

I love their macaroons!! The best I've tried so far!

The models walked out right after the founders of FashionValet.net and Minz sisters gave their speeches. Minz collections were so pretty, I almost snatched a necklace from a model's neck! Okay, I'm kidding. But it'll be nice too if...

By the time the models walked out one by one, Reena and I relaxed ourselves and the next thing we know, we were taking photos with the people there. My favourite photo of the day is this:

I know I look weird in this photo, but hello! Vivy was beside me!! Sorry, I know I'm acting stupid but I just adore Vivy so much!

We went around to take photos with other people too after that :)

Asma' from FashionValet

With the gorgeous Minz ladies :)

The woman who sat with us, Shera from Harpers Bazaar

We decided to go back when we were satisfied with all the photos we got and we received goodie bags! Oh, I LOVE goodie bags, if you must know :)

Reena and I couldn't stop smiling the whole way back and we even smiled while sleeping that night! We were just so happy that we have witnessed an awesome event and met with the friendliest and greatest people in fashion industry in Malaysia.

And I still can't get over the fact that I met Vivy Yusof! :p

Thanks to FashionValet and Minz for having me at your private event!

UM's 11th College Dinner

Everyone knows I'm not staying at my hostel in UM since I have Summer (my car) and UM is only 15 minutes drive (without traffic) from home. But as I still have a room there in 11th College which I've never stepped in after orientation week, I still have to pay for the fees and such. The fees includes a dinner since this semester is coming to an end. I dreaded to go because well, I don't have any friends there in 11th college as I don't spend my time there. Okay, maybe a few friends but we barely see each other. So I decided not to go. I'd rather burn RM130 than going alone looking all pathetic by myself.

And then Siti texted me one day, asking if I have any table for that dinner. Of course! I forgot I have my lovely friends there, it's just that we haven't met in a while so I forgot that they are in the same residential college as me! After thinking it over, I decided to go. And last night was the night! Frankly, I wasn't excited for this dinner because there was nothing to look forward to. Except the fact that I can doll myself up for a night, and of course, I get to see and spend time with my friends.

Everything was pretty much haywire yesterday because my condominium's organisers decided to organise a family day on the same day as my dinner. So in the morning, I had to go down to the lobby to help Mom with the registration, the games and all. I lost track of time and it was almost 5 when I was taking care of the kids that took part for a colouring contest. My salon appointment was at 5!! So I ran up and showered before going to the salon. I had to put on my make up as fast as I can after that.

I arrived at a hotel in Mines, Palace of the Golden Horses, greeted by Siti and Nikki. We had to sit at a table with 4 strangers. They're guys, I might add. At first, I was all, 'nooo, we won't be able to laugh out loud and be ourselves and we have to be all proper mannered' as they're our seniors. And boy, was I wrong. Looking at them, I thought they'd be boring but lesson learnt (yet again), don't judge the book by it's cover! They really were funny and made us all laugh that night. After the event wrapped up, we just roamed around the ballroom to find people we know just so we could take pictures together.


I seriously had fun though this dinner wasn't really something I was looking forward to go. But thanks to everyone at my table, especially Nikki and Siti, last night was great :)

Events

There are certain events that I didn't update on due to the lack of me logging in my blog. So I'm going to make up for it right now since I have nothing better to do.

Okay, first was the Max Pellicano as Elvis Presley charity dinner that happened in Sunway Hotel Resort and Spa. I wore the black lace dress my parents bought for me in Singapore. Despite the fact that they gave it almost a year ago, I've never worn it anywhere. Every time I had an occasion and planning to wear it, I always ended up buying another dress. So this time, I held myself back from buying other dresses though I was this close to buying one while I was accompanying my little sister to choose a dress for her. I did get myself a fake snake skin clutch from Mango Outlet though :) That night went great though I'm pretty sure my little sister, Nina, had the best time of her life as Elvis/Max came down to our table and went straight to Nina and held her hand while singing directly to her. He even kissed her cheeks and slipped a yellow satin scarf signed by Elvis/Max himself around Nina's neck. He might be old enough to be my dad, but he's just too dreamy. Since Dad bought one whole table, we decided to invite Zahir, Mom's aunt, her husband, her daughter and her son-in-law to complete the table.

Second was last Sunday. Remember I said that Zahir's Dad treated my little brother, Ipan and I to Sunway Lagoon? I was kind of excited because I've never went on any rides with the boyfriend. Yes, believe me, we've never been on any rides together. So, it was kind of an awesome experience to me. And probably to him too.


The rides were fun but the boys went to the wet park without me. Sadly I was having the time of the month, so I didn't get to throw myself in the water despite how bad I wanted to. Instead of braving myself to wear a tampon, I sat with Zahir's Mom and we talked. A really deep conversation that I've never had with anyone before. I was kind of nervous at first when his Mom started asking me questions but I got use to it somehow.

And guess what? We all chickened out when we saw the Pirate Ship swung 360 degrees. Okay, mostly I chickened out but they did too. So we just sat in the middle of the way and stared at those brave people who got onto the ride. We went to dinner at Chicken Rice Shop after that and Tutti Frutti for dessert!


Last Thursday Zahir, Ipan, Nina and I went out for karaoke at Red Box in Sunway. I was craving for karaoke, I don't know why. Went for Tutti Frutti after that and sadly my favorite Blueberry was replaced by Peach. That certainly didn't stop me from buying though as they still have Strawberry Banana which I usually combine with Blueberry. We went back after that because I felt bad for leaving Mom alone at home for long.

Farewell

I hadn't cry that hard for so long. I had the feeling I would maybe shed a few tears but a gazillion? Plus I was sobbing like a cow. Just couldn't control it. When my brother hugged me for the last time at the airport, I buried my face on his shoulder and whispered 'I'm sorry for everything' while I sobbed. And sobbed and sobbed and sobbed. I wiped away the tears but they wouldn't stop. That was when I realised, wow I had disrespect and been rude to him all this while and I'm only realising this now? That's why people always say 'it takes loosing someone to appreciate someone'. I know I took him for granted and I regret it. I can't do anything to change the past but just now, all I could do was apologise and pray for his journey to be a safe one. It was hard seeing him leave. Almost everyone shed their tears, Mommy the most, obviously. I could see Daddy was about to cry but I guess he held it back. We missed him as soon as he boarded the plane.

After sending my brother, my family and my aunt's(+ Zhr) made plans. Supposedly to Nilai for Nasi Kandar but it was closed when we got there. So Daddy brought us all to Banting for Tom Yam. I didn't eat as I bought McDonald's earlier to eat in the car. Awish was with us and he was being so cute, like usual. I had to restrain myself from pinching his cheeks. After eating, my family and Zhr went to my cousin, Kak Eka's, house in Sepang while Awish's family went back to KL. While we were there at Kak Eka's place, my brother text me saying he just arrived in Taiwan for the transit. We text a few more texts and he had to go as the plane was boarding. Since we bid our farewell at the airport, I've been thinking about him nonstop. How we used to ride bicycles together every evening. How we used to share the laptop to online. How we used to share our toys. How he used to company me everywhere I go. How we were involve in each other's life so much that people envy our bond. I miss all that and I guess I just miss him already.

Spending the whole day with Zhr after a week of distance was amazing. Though we didn't do much, just follow around the family, I had fun. I don't know about him but I certainly love today. I just love when he's involve in my family gathering or outings. In a way, I feel closer to him. I was thinking too much today and realised that I will be with him for the rest of my life. Guaranteed. Why would I want to be with anyone else when the one in front of me is perfect? Speaking of Zhr, I'm going to tuck myself in bed now. He's going to call for our midnight talk. Sleep tight sweeties!

When we look into each other's eyes

Friday and Saturday were definitely the highlights of my week. The girls were here on Friday and we rent the dance studio by the pool for a couple of hours. We had so much fun dancing and the girls looked like they ate 134 packets of sugar. They couldn't stop running around, shouting, singing and everything. Though it sounds like annoying but to me, that what makes them adorable. In the midst of dancing, I saw Zahir at the studio's door. I was all happy then and waved for him to come in. He watched us dance until we finished. The girls were so excited to swim that they pulled me by the hands to the pool. They changed into their swimsuits while Zahir and I went up to change too. We had even more fun swimming and Mommy joined us too. When the clock hit 1920, we went up, showered and got ready for dinner. We all went down to the bistro by the pool. We dug in our meals as soon as they arrived. Simply because we were famish. The girls finished their dinner in a blink of an eye, I guess they were so hungry since they dance and swam earlier. After eating, they all went running to the playground, leaving Zahir and I at the table with Mommy and one of the girls' Mom at the table beside us. Zahir and I talked for a while until I decided to join them at the playground along with Nina and Ipan. We went a few rounds on the swing when it was time to say goodbye.

So yesterday was SKSS's Walkathon. I had to wake up early in the morning and got ready for the day. Mommy drove to Zahir's to fetch him since he was joining us. After an exhausting morning, we went to lunch at Murni. Everyone was practically drown in their food. Har, we went back after, bringing Zahir along. All of us fell asleep in the living room until almost 2100. Yes, all of us. Mommy, Daddy, Ipan, Zahir, Izer(my neighbour/a family friend) and I. Nina slept too but she was in her room. At night, I was waken up by Zahir, saying he needed to go back since his Mom asked him to buy dinner. Luckily, Daddy and Mommy wanted to go to Taipan to buy cat's food. After Taipan, we sent Zahir home. Though all we did was attending a walkathon, had lunch and slept the whole day, but I still had fun as Zahir was with me all the time.

Daddy was in Sabah on June 20th which was Father's Day. Hence we didn't have the chance to give him any presents on that day. So last night, my siblings and I made an album for him together. He was sleeping when we tip toed into his room. He was surprised when he saw all all of standing by his bed. Though his eyes barely opened, he still managed a smile that I know was sincere. We all literally smothered him with kisses all on his face before going to bed. I just love my family :)

Lack of sleep and energy

Last night was hectic. With hundreds of people to entertain by the pool and everything. Im just glad lover was with me the whole time. Fara came too of course. She was being skinny as ever, not eating for days because of Ijal. Im seriously worried about her. I really need to feed her. I was smiling ear to ear to see Aizat Afiq came. I missed him! Its been ages, I tell you. Awish was being a total sweetheart too, like always. Everything went well except for the back aches and strains Im going through right now. Sadly Noor couldnt make it as she was in Penang.

Legally legal

Yes, yesterday was the day I turned legal !

On Friday, I went to Mock Trial and it was freaking great. Mock Trial is like a theatre that UM's law students act. They did a story about a model and it was so funny that I almost pee in my pants from laughing too hard. Most of their jokes are obscene but still, they got me laughing my ass off that night. The parents fetched me up after the Mock Trial and I arrived at home, making a pit stop at bistro as Abang was having a party with his friends down there. I joined and ended up sleeping at almost 7.

The next day was MTV World Stage and let me tell you, it was ridiculously awesome. I swear, I had sooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo much fun. Raygun was so awesome and, Mr. Ray was bloody hot that I cant take my eyes off him. God, when I saw him on stage, I was like, do people this hot really exist ? And he performed really well, I tell you ! All American Rejects was great too. With Hoobastank and Casabian. Boys like girls some more. They were all so awesome that I think I could die just by watching them on stage. Haha. I got myself Boy Like Girls' guitar pick that they threw. Though I was craving for their drumsticks, but its okay. We should be grateful, right? So yes, I am satisfied (: World Stage ended at 2345, and we hung around for a bit. Arrived home at 12 midnight. After I placed my sneakers, I entered my house, finding it was dark inside. Assuming my family have gone to bed, I went in and that was when I hear Nina playing her keyboard. Birthday song, with everyone singing Happy Birthday to me. And I mean, everyone. The guys.I was smiling ear to ear but when Nina's room door was opened, I saw Zhr holding a cake. I smiled even wider that moment. When I saw Fara, I screamed and ran to hug her. I missed her so much ! I blew the candles on Zhr's hands, and we all ate Dominos for dinner. I was seriously happy. So, thank you. Everybody. For all the presents, the surprise, for making me smile up to my ears, for making my birthday so awesome, for the fun at World Stage and thanks Mommy, for the flour you threw into my ear. Haha. A gazillion thanks to everyone who was there :) I love you guys ! Oh oh, loverboy got me the leopard printed DP purse I wanted for so long. Thanks bibi. I love you very much!

Surprise, Surprise

" Oh, life is a glorious cycle of song, a medley of extemporanea ; and love is a thing that can never go wrong ; and I am Marie of Romania "

- Dorothy Parker

So today woke up at half an hour pass ten, showered and fell back asleep seeing how I slept at 6am after I went to an exhausting trip to Genting. Now Im having sores all over my body. How nice -__-

At around 1pm, Syakir fetched me at my house by his Wira with Zhr, Muaz and Yam. Went to Muaz's somekind of a 'spare house', I'd call it, in Court10. Syakir and Yam went somewhere else after dropping Zhr, Muaz and I. So, we went in, I watched Muaz and Zhr played taiti while waiting the others to come. Ohh wait, I forgot to tell you what were we doing there. Mind my short term, man -__- We were throwing a suprise birthday party for Thariq. Yeah, thats why we were there, waiting for several other people to come. After awhile, Apple and the others came. With Pizza Hut and KFC(s) in hands, we gathered up the food they brought on the table and we started to arrange it and stuffs. Done with that and we waited for the party to start which felt like decades ! The party that were said to be starting at 1.30pm ended up at almost 6pm. We were waiting for Thariq to come. He had to go to Shah Alam to settle some stuffs about his passport. While we, at the house were being completely crazy. We were so bored that we did some crazy stuffs. Some were playing Taiti, some were in the room, listening to the incredibly LOUD stereo, while some of us were out in the living room talking. I was with Zhr at the living room with a few others. The guys famished for food so a few of them stole a chicken from the KFC box and shared among them. They took the chicken in a room hoping Apple wont find out. Finally Thariq arrived and he was shocked. I guess. Its hard to tell with his expression-less face. Lol but he was so cute. And seeing he blew the candles and cut the cake in Apple's hands. Aww they're so sweet (: I went back with Rafique, I think thats his name. Haha.

It went well ,

If you already knew, my boyfriend of 9months never invited me anywhere with his friends. Last night was the first. Barbeque night ! I was excited, shocked and kind of nervous. First time spending time with his bunch of friends. I prayed Vino will be there so I wouldnt be so isolated and awkward there since Vino was the only one Im close to.

Almost 9pm, Zhr and I arrived at the Usj11's park. The first person I saw was Sya. I was relieved to see Sya and Uswah there. I have friends ! Yeay ! Oh after hugging the girls to say hello, I followed Zhr to his friends and I managed to spot Vino by the barbeque thingy. He said hey. I started to feel that its not that bad. Uswah, Sya, Vino ? I totally can blend it. Yeah, so I sat on a bench with Zhr. And just talked. Turned out that its not really that bad. I mean, Zhr's friends weren't that bad at all, they were friendly and talked to me. Took photos and all. It was fun, really. Zhr was being so sweet though his friends were just a few feet away from us. So yeah, I had fun :) Mommy called then, and asked if I could get myself a ride home because she was too lazy to fetch me. Zhr managed to get me one, with his friend, Alief. I arrived home at 12am.

Thank you babycakes, for the magical night. I had fun with you and your friends who cracked me up the whole night. And thank you for inviting me. Its nice to know you're not embarrass of me in front of your friends. I love you with all my heart (: