Dream...

A dream is something reachable and achievable in a way with determination.

Am I persistent enough to be a hard-worker to fullfil my dream?

Am I expecting too much?

Obstacles, self-doubt, anxiety...

Will I give up?

Struggling for countless hours...

Will I regret someday if I don't see myself seriously?

Success is uneasy.

Gearing up and waiting for the opportunity.

Wish to see myself as a HAPPY person.

Good Luck. Never dare to dream.

Love,
Amanda <3

Eyeing on the Chanel Boy Bag

Chanel is always the classic high fashion house that every girl and woman dream for and so do I. The Boy Bag comes in three different sizes: small, medium and large. This bag distances itself from the classic Chanel 2.55 bag. I love this even more than 2.55 since it has a leather strap combined with chains. The leather strap sits on your shoulder without hurting or leaving marks on your skin.

I prefer the medium size, not too big, not too small, which allows to fill in my essentials while wandering in the busy town. The medium boy bag costs around HK$30,000 this year and price expected to be increased in the coming future. I don't know when I will eventually save up enough money to own this baby. It is definitely a reward after I join the workforce next year. Figuring out what colour combination, leather or style is a later decision. All I need now is to keep it as a record. Mark my words, Boy. I'm gonna get you someday. LOL

Photo Credit: Buynewhandbag

Dream Big.
Love,
Amanda <3

Stay True To Yourself

Natalie Gibson, the head of prints of Central Saint Martins, is one of the lecturers of The Travelling Fashionistas. As an expert in the fashion field, she insists that preserving a culture that could be disappearing and dying out is essential in this fast-growing technological world. Designers need to strike a balance between technology and the traditional method by always keep drawing. Traditional way should not be forgotten while the amazing technology nowadays offers should also be embraced.

Designing is for personal development, it's not about copying. She prefers hands-on approach rather than relying too much on technology.Therefore, she encourages designers to keep a sketchbook in their pocket all the time. Its function is like a diary that allow designers to practice. Sometimes, it's easy to think too much while drawing. Then, draw with the hand that you don't normally use. Designing is also a process of turning the designer's personality into inspirations of their design. It is rather personal but that's the difference between each individual designer.

The Travelling Fashionistas are going to host various lectures in Hong Kong Design Institute during August.

For more details, visit: The Travelling Fashionistas in HK

Dream Big.

Love,

Amanda <3

Dainty Hair Stuff

Let's talk about hair stuff today. They're dainty but useful.
The GHD black clip works so well by avoiding my bangs falling off.
I use the big brown hair clip to section off my hair for blowdrying and heat styling.
For the small brown clips, they keep my bangs in place when I need to go out.

Since I got my lob now, those elastic thick hair ties that I used before cannot secure my hair in a nice pony tail. After braiding my hair, they keep falling off. But those pastel plastic hair ties does not only look good, they also allow me to style my hair in different ways.
All clips except the black one are from Korea. They are a little bit pricey but so far, they really secure my hair.

Dream big.
Love,
Amanda <3

Visiting PMQ 元創方

PMQ stands for Police Married Quarters so it's not the literal translation of 元創方(the Chinese name of the site). It's one of the projects being preserved and revamped as a platform for Hong Kong's creative industries with the support of a few organisations. Right now, it has opened only for 1 month and some shops are still work-in-progress.

There're 2 ways to go to PMQ, Central and Sheung Wan. I highly recommend go up there from Central, taking the escalators since it takes quite awhile to "climb the hill". However, do keep looking for the street signs (which is not clear) and ask. Otherwise, you don't know where to stop and leave the escalators. Stop taking escalators when you arrive Staunton Street. Turn right and go straight then you'll find PMQ in less than 5 minutes. If you're in a hurry, go up from Sheung Wan works too but you need to "climb" a lot. To go downhill, exit from the main entrance and just keep going down as the escalators only go upwards. It will lead you to Sheung Wan.

I went there on a Saturday evening, around 6:30 p.m. When the moon comes out, more people come and visit the place. I entered PMQ from the back entrance. Basically, there are two blocks of buildings with the green trees and bamboo-filled plateau, connecting 2 blocks together.

The Night Market only opens on Friday, Saturday and Sunday evening. The opening time and closing time varies each day so make sure you check the PMQ website (Link below) before going there. There're stalls selling dainty accessories, clothes, beer, coconut water, ham, foie gras, popsicles and so on so forth. There are a few standing tables and some tables with seats on the ground floor when you need to sit and enjoy your food. There is live band performance every night too. The atmosphere that the Night Market creates is quite relaxing.

Top Center: Fried Fish Taco
Bottom Left: Cheese Nachos
Bottom Right: Pork Taco
(HK$40 each)
I ordered these Mexican food from a stall called iCaramba! I tried the pork one, which is a little bit spicy, sour and sweet. I thought my stomach would still be "empty" but maybe because of the hot weather and the pork, surprisingly, I didn't feel hungry afterwards.
No no for the nachos. They are basically some nachos mixing with those canned cheese sauce with some spring onions. It clearly doesn't worth $40 since there're no real cheese, no ham, whatsoever.

Here's me standing before a huge graffiti.

Currently, there's an exhibition, Le French May Andrée Putman, the Ambassador of Style, showcasing more than 200 pieces of art and objects. One friendly reminder here, the lowest room temperature of the whole PMQ is the exhibition hall so if you feel hot, go there and enjoy yourself.

The galleries, working studios and stores mainly sell paintings, home ware, stationary, books, jewellery, couture (night gowns), fashion clothing. In other words, you can imagine yourself walking in the local version of Lane Crawford/Harvey Nichols . They mainly target at the mid and high-income consumers. I do find some cute stuff there but you know, with such a limited space in my room, stacked with books and random stuff, there's no place for new addition.

Wear sneakers or flats, since you probably need to walk a lot of stairs although there're lifts. There's no air-conditioning in the hallway but only in the shops. There're randomly some benches and seats for those wiggling legs. No water dispensers or vending machines provided so bring your own water bottle or buy some drinks on your way to PMQ. The drinks at the night market are quite pricey. Toilets are clearly signed and placed on each floor.

A picnic on the grass is also a nice alternatives but I'm afraid those sneaky insects bite me so... bring a mat that allow you to sit comfortably.

Various events and workshops will be hosted occasionally. Guided tours are also available.

After all, I'm tired and hot because of the weather and the endless stairs but it's such a nice place to promote local designers and brands, except that... Without the G.O.D., Bread and Butter, PMQ can still thrive.

For more details, visit: PMQ 元創方

Dream Big.
Love,
Amanda <3

What I Wore: Visiting PMQ

A new Monday. My first outfit post.

I visited PMQ last Saturday evening. Since I have a fashion lesson in the morning and afternoon and recently there's rain occasionally in Hong Kong, I just put a really simple outfit together. My friend said it's quite vintage, maybe it's because of the denim skirt? No idea. LOL. A more in-depth post about PMQ will be uploaded tomorrow.

What I Wore:
Cardigan: Casimira Pastel Yellow Cotton (still available)
Top: Uniqlo Mickey Mouse Pocket Tee (still available)
Skirt: Tommy Hilfiger Denim (Bought nearly 7 years ago)
Socks: Topshop Peacock (Bought last year)
Sneakers: New Balance 576 (Bought 2 years ago)
Bag: Anya Hindmarch (Bought last year)

Credits to my dear Christine taking the photo.

Dream Big.
Love,
Amanda <3

Sandals and Slippers

Let's talk about shoes today. ;)

Normally I don't buy shoes online since there's a huge possibility to get the wrong size.
This time I step out of my comfort zone and get the authentic black leather sandals from ASOS. It has 2 golden buckles on, which I love. (I prefer gold than silver most of the time) I really like this kind of sandals since I hate those super thin strap that overly expose your feet and toes so that others are very likely to step on your feet and say "OUCH". I've already prepared myself to have blisters by wearing them. This pair doesn't need to break in, which is totally surprising. My feet do hurt for another pair of brown sandals though, (also from ASOS) which I will not talk about them in this post. I've learnt my lessons and will definitely get similar styles like this one next time since this pair probably won't last till next year.

It's is already summer and I need to get rid of those fluffy slippers during winter. That pair is just too big for me and being worn by my brothers' smelly stinky feet so much that I need a new pair. I've been looking for almost a month and Uniqlo sold me again. I always love Uniqlo's timeless, simple, affordable and high quality stuff. My mom accidentally bumped into these gray checked slippers while I was getting some UT (Uniqlo T-shirts). They are pretty amazing. I wear them to pass on the wet floor after taking the shower. The soles don't really absorb water. Plus, the inside of the slippers is made with some sponge covered by a towel-material cloth. They are so soft and so comfortable that make me so happy by wearing them since I prefer walking around bare feet than wearing slippers.

For more details, visit:
ASOS FIRESTORM Leather Sandals (HK$275.85/ Original price HK$ 378.79)
Uniqlo Sweat Room Shoes (Check) (HK$ 59/ Original price HK$ 79)

Dream Big.
Love,
Amanda <3

NOTD: Subtle Pastel Blue

I always love the pastel colours trend since these colours are so soft and subtle that makes me feel so breezy and happy. I start to fall in love with lilac and lavender first. But when Essie's "Bikini So Teeny" is being hyped up, I instantly fall in love with this colour.

I paint 2 coats of the Essie polish first so that it gets opaque. There's already a subtle hint of silver shimmer in the polish. Then, I add a little bit of glam by painting 1 more coat of Zoya's Nyx, which is part of the Pixie Dust Collection. Voila! The texture of Nyx is so funny and kind of rough that I keep touching my nails. I admire this nail polish combination.

There're always people asking where they can buy US/UK brand, such as OPI, Zoya, Essie, nail polish in Hong Kong. I got them from a shop called AJNP in Tsim Sha Tsui. They are not over-priced and provide updated nail polish collection. If you're a member, you can get a special discount.

Let me know if you've tried this combination, follow and tag me on my instagram @lazydreamy22.

Zoya Nyx: $85 (no discount)
Essie Bikini So Teeny: $57 (original price $60)

For more details, visit: http://www.apolish.com.hk/
Address: Unit 1401, Tern Commerical Building, 39 Granville Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon.(MTR Exit B2)

Dream Big.
Love,
Amanda

New Obsession: Body Shop Hair Accessories

Left: Hairbrush with bamboo pins (HK$89)

Right: Detangling Comb (HK$39)

When I post this photo on Instagram, one of my friends said I haven't seen anyone go to Body Shop and buy combs. She's really surprised that I have this purchase but I'm really satisfied with these two little things. 

I've recently say goodbye to my super long hair which always freaks me out when I comb through and blow dry them. I do love the knock off Tangle Teezer that I bought in Mong Kok. Yet, it's a plastic teezer, which can cause freeze easily so I opted for these two that made by wood and bamboo.  They came with a small description on the packaging so you know how to use and take care of them.

I've already used them for a week now and I can tell you they have done their job quite well. 

The hair brush has a long wooden handle which is way easier to comb through my lob (long bob). The muted neon yellow part really catch my eye. I especially love the bamboo pins since my scalp really feel better when I use the brush to do the massage.

For the detangling comb, its name describes itself pretty well. It's just a detangling comb. But I do recommend you to get it since the gaps are quite wide so that you can easily take the tangled hair out. It's really hard to clean the hair out.

Right now, BodyShop is doing the summer sale so I got them with 15% off, which is always a good excuse to try BodyShop products. 

After all, I am glad that I bought these two new wooden buddies. Since I've got a lob now, more hair related blog posts are coming soon. Stay tuned. :)

For more details, visit: Body Shop Hong Kong
Dream Big.
Love,
Amanda

Blogging Again...

I've already started a blog two years ago but I'm just too lazy that I neglect it.
This time, I commit to myself again and try to persist on keep blogging regularly for a reason that I can prove myself I am able to achieve something.

This month is my birthday month and I am gonna be a 22-year-old girl. This is my last summer holiday. Although I'm hunting for a part-time job right now in an attempt to save enough money for the graduation trip. I don't wanna waste my time doing nothing when looking back in twenty years time.

As the title of the blog tells, "LazyDreamy22". Yes, I admit I'm lazy and always dream about being successful sometime and somewhere. I don't have high hopes for this blog to be famous or whatsoever like last time. This blog is going to be me just sharing, recording and rambling part of my life on the world wide web.

Here's the link of my old blog, in case you want to take a look.
postninetysgirl.blogspot.com
Dream big.
Love,
Amanda