On The 35th Day of Xmas I Hope My True Love Gets For Me:

I've run out of material things for my 43 days of Xmas so I've decided to post what I really only truly want this Xmas.. and every Xmas after.

Either the following:

--> HanKyung (from Super Junior, 13 member male Kpop group) teaching me Mandarin and how to dance ('cause he's an excellent dancer), and cook Beijing Fried Rice (difficult to find a really good pic of this guy - he's looks so much better in action)

--> Traveling , hanging out, and a crazy photo booth session with Lee Hom

Old pic, but just use photoshop to replace that guy on the left with me.
You know I'd complete the picture LOL

--> Tim oppa serenading me with his ballads (TIM SARANG!!!!!)

This short clip is over a year old, but it's of him singing Saranghamnida (superfamoussong) on Xman. B had this clip on her site a few days ago!

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Choayo!! And here's him singing his rendition of Over The Rainbow

--> AND a picture with Daniel Henney (suit or no suit) just standing there and looking good... doing what he does best.

Yes, just stand there.

This is a clip of Daniel Henney singing in this cute Kmovie [Seducing Mr. Perfect] B + I watched on the plane.

Daniel Henney and Alex (from Clazziquai): Kissing Me
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All that OR



--> Junsu
This clip is of him singing Rainy Days - written and composed by himself
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Oh wait - isn't he my true love anyway?
hee

My mom put a tiny plant in the bathroom my brother and I share. It sits on the back of the toilet, basking in the sun through the windows. But noone ever waters it -- unless my mom does, but I don't think so. Fortunately, it's a hearty plant and is still alive and looking pretty well for being so neglected. haha I just noticed it again today - it has been there for many months.

On The 36th Day Of Xmas I Hope My True Love Gets For Me:

Oops... hmm I published this after 12AM (Monday) but it still says it's Sunday.

Headphones

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This guy is a definite GG. You thought he was a girl at first glance too, didn'tcha? He's wearing headphones.

Oh nooo... that Trench Coat I loved so much from YesStyle is not available anymore! I wanted to get it once they came out with the long coat I was looking for so I could get free shipping. Darn.
A few new things from YesStyle:
I think that coat/sweater in thick sweatshirt material looks cute on the girl but it'd probably look like a cow on me.
This next one might look a bit like Mickey Mouse skirt-style because it 's red and has buttons like Mickey (it's a jumper style with thick suspender-type straps) but if it's worn w/ the cropped blazer, the Mouseyness of it is hidden.It's very similar to this girl's outfit I saw on Wardrobe Remix:
This coat is nice but I don't like the material much... it looks fine from far away. I like the funnel neck and the length and finish of the sleeves.I saw this (Korean?) girl last year wearing something very similar.. and I loved it! This is the Korean coat I'm looking for.. xept this one isn't perfect. I consider it Korean b/c of the fur line that runs down the length of the coat. I want one that's detachable though. (Gosh what's w/ me & fur? I was against it in the past).
This picture was taken from Feetman Seoul (Korean blog that concentrates on Korean street fashion - more specifically, shoes). I like the cut and colour of this dress. I think it'd look nicer on a lankier person, though. This lady is pretty - I love her outfit. You can't see the skirt but it's shaped like a tulip. I think the blouse is very Korean upper-class ajumma-style.Paris Hilton got a Pom in Korea and named it Kimchi. Cute dog, name stealer... haha j/k! If I were to get a dog, I'd get a Pom I think... but I'd rather have a ferret.
I'm strangely extremely awake -- it's 2AM and I'm going through my Jap te-form flashcards I made. I can't seem to remember all those verbs that start with tsu.... I get them all mixed up!

On The 37th Day Of Xmas I Hope My True Love Gets For Me:

A Monokuro Steep Cup [$18.99]Cool I can read the Jap for this - if you're wondering what that mini white thing is in the middle on the right, it says "sutoreenaa" which, when said quickly, sounds a lot like strainer. It's where you put your tea leaves.

I drink enough tea to use this a lot. I can't decide which one I like more - black or white.

What is Monokuro Boo? (info from wiki... but some person with poor grammar wrote it so I fixed it up the 1st part a bit... I thought Wikipedia edited their info?)

Monokuro Boo is a fresh and simple monochrome character. It's chic and its simple designs of black and white are well accepted by various consumers. "Monokuro Boo" is a simple character that can make us feel so relaxed when we see it.
"Monokuro Boo" is not only cute, but also considered lucky because in Europe, "pig" is a kind of lucky charm, so if we have a "Monokuro Boo" item, we will be happy!
"Boo" "Love?" "Enjoy?" "Happy!", maybe Monokuro Boo is telling us some messages. So many things could happen in our lives, but sometimes if we can stop and think in a more simple way, it will help.

The concept of Monokuro Boo:

When this character was first created, the name was not "Monokuro Boo", it was "Monotone". "Mono" means black and white and "ton" means pig. When the designer created this "Monotone", at the same time she got an idea of a "White and Black pig character". And she spent long time to discuss with San-X about this new character at the meeting and finally "Monokuro Boo" became the name of this character. In the present time, people tend to love colorful goods. So she thinks that if she can create a mono tone color character it was going to be fun and it would be a cool character! And also she thinks that maybe even male would like this character as well.

GUH. I think my writing will get 3x worse after reading that.

Here are some other Monokuro Boo cups that are pretty cute... they could be couple cups haha how Asian... like couple shirts.. if the guy is feminine enough.. or doesn't care what he drinks out of.
[$13.99]
[$11.99]I also think their mini thermos is cute [a little under $40CDN] Monokuro Boo store in Japan (Harajuku district)!!!! So sad! It's been replaced with the Paul Frank monkey store. Stupid monkey. I don't like him even more.

I think after I get my cup/thermos, I'd be pretty much set with Monokuro Boo stuff. I have their pencil, eraser, keychain, cellphone charm (had), and 2 mini notebooks... but you never know. I'm easily influenced for certain things when I'm in another country for a long time haha - I almost wanted to buy some Hello Kitty things in Hong Kong... and I was always more of a Pochacco girl. Hmm interesting.. now that I think about it, I don't remember seeing a single Pochacco thing during my Asia trip! Is it totally out of style now? Who knew Sanrio characters could go out of style... yep. There's only 1 page worth of Pochacco items on Ebay and over 4 for Monokuro Boo.

On the 38th Day Of Xmas I Hope My True Love Gets For Me:

Cute/Fun Suitcases

Who likes being able to spot their luggage from far away on the airport carousel? I do! (Instant relief! I know my suitcase made it!)
Who likes being able to easily recognize your friends pulling their luggage among the throng of people trying to catch their flight? I do!
Who doesn't like people mistaking your luggage as their own? I do!
Well, if you and your friends all have unique luggage like the following, there'll never be a problem again!

Heys just came out with patterned xcases (the two on the left below).. actually those are the only 2 I'd use. The others are all exotic animal prints. The one on the right is the original xcase.

I think that if you are picking a colour for an accessory, it should be something fun like that red xcase! Suitcases aren't glued to you all day and almost anything is nicer than the typical black one.

They also came out with a Designer Disney Collection for kids!
But if you're a family, you probably need large luggage... or even more than one. How cute is it to have a matching set? This FlyLite2 set [$319.97] is made out of polycarbonate composite (same material used to make bulletproof glass) so it's super light, flexible (especially under stress), and durable.

Hello Kitty 3-piece Suitcase Set in Pink Bubblegum (also available in Silver and Red)

[approx $1,500USD]

Kathy Van Zeeland 29" Expandable Luggage [$250]
You can't really see it, but those are crowns.
Also available in black and whiteHideo Wakamatsu Blossom Trolley (right)

[$250 CDN]

Young and pretty.. but I wouldn't want it going through the luggage system.
or Copper Ridge Trolley (left) [$250 CDN]
A more practical choice. Fantastic red.

Oooor a Samsonite Suitcase!!!! [$219USD]

Except they're not fun... just gorgeous.

As much as I like the look of hard case luggage, I think soft-cases are more practical because they usually have pockets on the outside and it's easier to stuff that last bag you bought in it (they're usually more easily expandable). It's hard to find good looking luggage that's not cheaply made though. B and I both bought new huuuuge suitcases in Hong Kong for a very reasonable price. Actually mine looks veeeeeery similar to the Samsonite one above. I bought a hardcase b/c all our other suitcases were soft canvas-style. It's the most up-to-date because it rolls on 4 wheels like the Hideo Wakamatsu Blossom Trolley so it's really easy to push around. It's not so cute though - it's just a dull metallic gray with baby blue insides.
I really love the look of those vintage large-briefcase style suitcases you can put all those travel stickers on but they're really not very practical.
When you think of designer luggage, what's the first brand you think of? I think classic LV.
Hmm I think there's something wrong with me. I have never been a fan of Louis Vuitton's whole monogram line (especially their colourful one) until recently. I thought it was very show-offy.. but now it's fine. Well I still really don't like their Multicolore collection, but I'm liking their original, vintage line and engraved patent line. Even in HK, I really liked this LV thin, white patent, zippered wallet/clutch (right). I think LV does have a lot of nice, quality products.. but it's just that some styles (like the Speedy) are waaaay overdone by everyone. Fake and real. I do like LV's blue/gray and white checkered pattern.. but only in super small products like a change purse. It's too bad that all their small leather goods are so much more expensive relative to their giant bags. Anyway, if I were to buy anything from LV in the future, it'd be their small goods like a chage purse or a zippy wallet like the one above... unless they happen to come out with a new style. In any case, I'll never turn out like Miss Kimberly Stewart.

Anyway, there are TONS of other patterns, brands, and styles of suitcases out there, but I just don't have time to find them right now.
I'd also like nice/fun/cute luggage tags!

Tepper Jackson 'Par Avion' Luggage Tag [$13]

Fluff Desserts Luggage Tags [$16]

And passport holders/covers! lol what a useless accessory.. just fun. I still want a cute Hello Kitty one...
Why would I want to keep my passport all nice anyway - my picture is horrible haha

Here's So Nyuh Shi Dae (SNSD) - Korean singers at the Mkmf 2007 Awards last night.

If I had to pick one, I'd choose the middle-girl's dress with the gold waist belt. I love it.
Which one would you choose?
So cute - they're all wearing some shade of white! It makes me want to host an all-white party!! haha I got the idea from White Chicks.

HAPPY 20TH JAMIE!! Hope you had a non-school related day! haha

On the 39th Day Of Xmas I Hope My True Love Gets For Me:

A handmade Christmas tree ornament made with love.

Today after school, I went to the Emily Carr Art Show w/ Nad -- I didn't expect the art to be so pricey (some were over $1000!). They had mainly wall art arranged by price:
Everything was made by the students, I believe. If I were to buy something, it'd be this Jewelry Moose Frame (metal) for... over $45:
So cute! You can hang your jewelry on the antlers and display it!
I also saw a

ooo gangsta. It's got a red band.........
Then we walked around Emily Carr - I saw the design lounge Nad helped decorate//browsed through the typical Granville Island style shops. They had their Xmas lights out and this one store had 3 Xmas trees in it!

This display made me feel like it's December already.
Granville Island just needs some snow on the ground and a hot chocolate/apple cider vendor and I'm totally in the Xmas spirit!
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What? Forever 21 has a new Couture Line now called Twelve by Twelve (LA).
Interesting. The styles are definitely couture, but I guess I expected much better quality than the disposable stuff Forever 21 churns out (don't get me wrong! I still love Forever 21). Prices are still decent. They don't have very many pieces in their collection so here's a taste of the ones that caught my eye:

Dandy Sweater Dress [$39]

Again - high collar = sophistication. It's cable knit and has a dainty black tie around the middle and ties near the neck too for subtle detail. Perfect for people with great shoulders and/or no excess arm fat. Darn I can't wear it. (Why are the mannequins in that pose?)

Satin Portrait Jacket w/ Belt: Vintage Couture [$69]

Ooo glammyish. I like this a lot but it looks soooo cheaply made (when you zoom in the detail). Plus, I think I'm too young to wear it. It'd be perfect for someone 25yrs old + IMO... and even 50 year olds! They'd be so stylish. I love the cut - flattering. I'd wear it w/ a black pencil skirt or dark slim fit jeans. Sort of wish the belt was a different colour but it could work.

Tartan Riding Coat: The Royals [$69]

I think it's cute how only 1 button is exposed. It has a snap button closure. I consider it more of a coat-dress than a coat. You can wear it w/ leggings and boots and tadaaaa

Swing Trench with Pleated Hem: Vintage Couture [$69]Definitely a different-looking coat. Looks good on the mannequin, but can't imagine it looking too flattering on most people. It has a trench/babydoll/swinger/moomoo feel to it.

Yea I'm disappointed in their couture line. I much prefer Forever 21's Heritage 1981 line (newly designed site).... they have a whale sweater!!

I keeed I keeeed... though that whale sweater is looking cuter and cuter every time I look at it.

I'm catching up on last week's Gossip Girl ep (8). Rufus is so good looking for a 35+ guy... and he got a haircut.

Here's a few pictures of Go Ara (1990-er Korean SM model/actress) because I think she looks so much better now...... after she got her ear surgery to pin back her ears.. and straightened her teeth... but she still looks very natural.

She was born with grayish green eyes but she's 100% Korean.
Yea she looks soo much better than before.
I mean, c'mon.