It is quite common to be bored. This applies to all ages and it is something that none of us can avoid. You must be lying to yourself if you say you’ve never been bored once in your life. We are so caught up with life routines that sometimes it can push us to the … More How To Keep Yourself From Being Bored?
These few days I’ve been asking the same question to myself. Where did 2022 go? Not sure if the time flew or the year did but here we are. Another year end. Another chance to make it right in just few more days. How excited are you to start another year all over again? I … More Goodbye 2022: My 9 Best Blog Posts!
Starting November with a scandalous book that checked all the glitz and glamour button off and it was definitely worth the hype. Even though I was hesitant at first to read a dramatic book (something I am not used to) like this one, I must say it was a whole different story. It was not … More The Secrecy Behind ‘The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo’!
I’m back with another saree post. This time it is a dreamy blue and gold georgette saree that caught the attention of my eyes. Not a big fan of georgette material but this one is definitely a keeper. I saw this saree when I was browsing through Instagram and I decided to make this blue … More How To Style A Blue Georgette Saree Like A Pro?
Happy Birthday ‘The Double Life Of An Expat‘. You’ve turned four today! Four years ago, I’ve decided to start blogging seriously right after my birthday and looking back at it now, I am pretty proud of myself. I’ve tried to get out of my comfort zone, traveled more locally, collected over 100 books and trying … More Happy 4 Year Blog Anniversary!
I definitely tried something I don’t usually drape. A plain silk cotton saree. The name itself tells you that it is a combination of silk and cotton. The shine of silk and the comfort of cotton is perfect for any wedding occasions. Thanks to my cousin (the groom himself) who’ve decided that we would all … More How To Style A Plain Magenta Silk Cotton Saree Like A Pro?
This week has been all about good vibes and celebration. The reason is ‘The Double Life Of An Expat‘ had reached the first 10K views of all time. The moment I’ve been waiting for a while now. Just a little boost of appreciation like this for small time bloggers means the world. Really. When all … More Thank You For 10,000 Views!
If you know me, you would know by now how versatile I can be. I’ve always wanted to try out all the different styles and looks out there but for now, let’s do one at a time. In the midst of pandemic, we are still wearing a mask and practicing social distancing but we are … More How To Style A Green Sharara Like A Pro?
This is the best part of all. I always look forward for this particular blog post not because it is the last one for the year but to see which posts performed better than the ones I thought. Of course, it is always the other way round. The one I thought that would make it … More Goodbye 2021: My 9 Best Blog Posts!
Adding another silk saree into our personal collection because one is not enough. The last time I wore a purple silk saree was two years ago. Of course it didn’t feel like it was that long ago but it is what is. The pandemic broke out and changed everything. I must say I am definitely … More How To Style A Maroon Silk Saree Like A Pro?
Happy Birthday ‘The Double Life Of An Expat‘. You’ve turned three today! Three years ago, I started scribbling to keep me busy and look at me now. I have a weekly blog that I try to keep up with no matter how crazy my life gets. Finding for an inspiration was pretty much like a … More HAPPY 3 YEAR BLOG ANNIVERSARY!
With just a few more days for my big day, I am definitely NOT excited this year with everything that is going around. We are still on an ongoing lockdown that doesn’t seem to end anytime soon. But instead of sulking over a birthday trip or a surprise bash that is not going to happen … More 5 Timeless Indian Traditional OOTD!
I cannot come up with a better title because I’ve been doing this for a while and you’ve been a huge support as always. Another Indian traditional fashion blog post that I’m dying to share with you guys. After last year, I didn’t think this would even be possible anyway. Especially after missing out on … More How To Style A Black And Gold Anarkili Like A Pro?
I am not sure how I feel about writing this last blog post of the year. Usually it is a bittersweet moment for me as I recollect the wonderful memories I’ve created throughout the year with my family and friends. However, this year I am so ready for it to be over. I know we … More Goodbye 2020: My 9 Best Blog Posts!
I have a good news. Perhaps, a better one. I’ve been thinking of expanding and thank you to the crazy friend of mine who had been nudging me to move forward. So after 2 whole years of blogging and 100 blog posts later, I have decided to share my space that I have established to … More Guest Bloggers: Are You The One I’m Looking For?
Two years ago, I’ve started going through my mom’s saree collections which had been piling up in her closet for decades. Instead of having them stacked up and taking up space, I’ve decided to re-cycle the old sarees into something that I would want to wear and love to show off with my own personal … More How I Transformed My Mom’s Saree Into A …
As I bid goodbye to the amazing and fruitful year of 2019, I’ve also learned some tips and tricks to keep you entertained as well. So I’ve compiled my 9 best performed blog posts for just this year and some statistics on how and why I think they performed really well than the rest. Are … More Goodbye 2019: My 9 Best Blog Posts!
After a huge positive response from styling the black saree and the red Anarkili posts, I am back once again with another traditional fashion post. This time I’ve chosen a purple silk saree with a orange and gold undertone. The saree is so gorgeous on it’s own with heavy white stone work just on the … More How To Style A Purple Silk Saree Like A Pro?
Happy Birthday ‘The Double Life Of An Expat‘. You’ve turned one today! How fast time flies. This time last year I was still struggling with the whole blogging idea. My bestie, Manu came up with the idea and the push was needed for me to come out of my comfort zone. I do love taking … More HAPPY 1 YEAR BLOG ANNIVERSARY!
Due to popular demand, I am back with another traditional fashion post. Amazingly, my long gone blog post on How To Style A Black Saree Like A Pro had over 200 views in just a day. Also, since some of you who has been asking multiple questions on styling a red traditional indian attire, I … More How To Style A Bright Red Anarkili Like A Pro?
I know it is every girl’s dream to get all dolled up and to actually feel like a princess. I mean even if you can’t be one at least you can dream to be one. It doesn’t hurt to dream a little bit more than usual. Speaking of dream, I am so excited that I … More The First Time I Felt Beautiful!
Today is the day I actually hit the publish button on my blog and that was 6 months ago. Looking back at my 6 months of hardwork not knowing what was I really getting into. Literally. Blogging can be quite a handful from photography to editing and coming up with new blog post ideas weekly. … More 6 Months Blog Anniversary – My Best 3 Of All Time!
Just like every year, you set up your New Year resolutions which includes losing weight or getting fit for the new year new you. What happens next? By mid-January, all your energy and enthusiasm that you had two weeks ago died because you can’t keep up with the brutal workouts or the boring calorie counting … More How I Lost Over 20 Pounds In A Year Just By Maximizing My 5 Senses?
So I was away not because I was overly excited with the whole new year thing. It wasn’t easy to even write the last blog post of the year. Despite all the shortcomings I’ve endured this year, some were eye opening and some became a great turning point. Whatever it is, I am definitely ready … More Batu Caves – My Tale of the Holy Limestone Caves (Part II)
Let me start this week’s post by wishing everyone a Merry Christmas. How did you celebrate your holidays? Well, I had a wonderful time. One of my cousin sister came all the way to spend her holidays with me and my family and all I can say is that I am blessed. Life can be … More Batu Caves – My Tale of the Holy Limestone Caves (Part I)
I’m sad this series is coming to an end. But I got two more posts to go for the month before the whole new year new me thing catches up to me. For those who have missed the previous post, click here. I can’t wait to tell you all about this place in Cameron Highlands … More Cameron Highlands Series – Cameron Lavender
Thankfully I recovered from being sick and I’ve been going hard with my workouts. I skipped a week of my workout sessions and it felt like eternity to get back to it. Yesterday I managed to do 40 minutes of zumba and today I did some deep stretching yoga for 45 minutes. Don’t even ask … More Cameron Highlands Series – Agrotechnology Park MARDI
This week I had to pull my inner strength to actually sit down and write this blog post. I’ve been down with seasonal cold, fever, cough and everything else. But weekly commitment like this definitely keep me in check no matter how badly I feel about myself. Let’s not even talk about working out! I’m … More Cameron Highlands Series – Butterfly Farm
After our first amazing day at Cameron Valley (in case you missed out, check my previous post from the series here), we started our second day pretty early since I’ve had plans for the whole day. I’ve missed the spring weather ever since I’ve been back and as sad as it seems it’s pretty hot … More Cameron Highlands Series – Big Red Strawberry Farm
After years and years of talking about it, my parents decided to take me on a 3 days road trip to Cameron Highlands. It is definitely a heaven for those who is in love with nature and of course plants in general. I’ve heard a lot about it even before I pursue agriculture. So visiting … More Cameron Highlands Series – Cameron Valley
I’ve always wanted to experience all the little things people be doing on Halloween ever since I was young. Growing up watching scary horror movies based on Halloween themes and costume parties somehow excites me. Trick or treating was definitely the first thing to do on my bucket list for Halloween. I was beyond ecstatic … More Pumpkin Patch Calls For Charity (Halloween Special)
I love to pamper myself the natural way especially my locks every now and then. I’m sure a little TLC does feel good after having a long day at school/work. It feels like you’re wearing an invisible crown when you have the #goodhairdays and I would love to share my secrets on how to keep … More How I Grew My Long Lustrous Hair Naturally (DIY That Actually Works!!!)
This weekend I had an opportunity to experience something I would never even imagine doing in my life. NEVER! I am not into this South Korean or K-Pop culture or even thrilled about the fact that their Kimchi tastes better than our own local home grown fresh vegetables. These thoughts do not excite me at … More My First Hanbok Experience – Wearing South Korean Traditional Dress
Styling should come easy for any woman. It resembles who you are inside out. Your choice of style highly depicts the personality that you are going to portray. Me personally, I like to stand out in a crowd. If I am there I love to make sure my presence is known. I do not wear … More How To Style A Black Saree Like A Pro?
Who are you and where are you from? I always had been approached this way for the longest. Most probably because I do not look Malaysian enough when I am in Malaysia, my native place where I was born and bred or even when I was in the United States for 6 years. It doesn’t … More Get To Know Me First (Q & A Style)
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