Was supposingly up on blog months ago but I found there’s glitches which makes this post remains hidden. So I’m republishing it. So sorry for the late blast. I believe many of you have heard dressingpaula as they’re now available at 1st Floor, Mid Valley Megamall, covers a total surface area of approximately 1,100 square ft. on a single level and is dedicated to women’s ready-to-wear collection and accessories.

The launch also features the new Spring/ Summer 2015 collection, which features classic pieces with a modern twist, is centred on dressingpaula’s vision of ‘Women before Clothes’. Combining staple wardrobe pieces with minimalistic designs and colours, the collection sees the inclusion of materials such as jacquard, brocade, neoprene, chiffon, netting, tweed and satin elements with basic wardrobe shades of pastel, nude, grey, white and navy.

Themed around springtime, dressingpaula’s latest collection features embossed florals, paisley and abstract brush strokes. For that edgy look, the collection also incorporates geometric checks and typography metallic prints. The key items from the collection include classic and floral pieces that can be put together for a business look or a springtime casual look. They include A-line dresses and skirts in both floral and fierce prints - a feminine cut perfect for every body shape. The collection also includes box cut jackets and tops – that works well over A-line skirts or pants; chiffon collared blouses – a must-have for the fashion-conscious woman; asymmetrical dresses – a welcome change to show off great legs; embossed floral A-line pleated skirts, pleated maxi dresses and lastly, jacquard shorts – ideal for casual daytime outing.

Once again, congratulations for the opening and girls! Don’t forget to get your personalized dressingpaula’s member card and shop for savings!

By the way, here’s what I’ve got during the launch and I wore it on my friend’s wedding. #OOTD

The elegant afternoon of fine cuisine, and good company was a pure testament to Hennessy’s 250 years of high standards and excellence.

Hennessy believes that an excellent cognac starts with the wood barrels, and in this occasion, 250 handmade oak barrels that held the Hennessy 250 Collector blend. MHD always sweet enough to treat us well with an exclusive media preview and pairing lunch featured a four-course menu specially curated by Chef James Won from Brasserie Enfin. I, along with media guests was led on a sensorial discovery of the Hennessy 250 Collector Blend. 

We were given a handful of saffron spice in a glass jar before being guided in a step by step process and enlightened on the history and making of the blend.

The tasting was a unique experience around the blend as the saffron spice, a precious spice and an enhancer perfectly showcased the exquisiteness and complexity of the Hennessy 250 Collector Blend.

The first entrée was a dish of potato crisps, scallop with marmite, monkfish liver and bacon paired flawlessly with Hennessy X.O, which showcased the masculine characteristics of this generous cognac.

Perfectly crispy skin snapper and lobster with crispy sago infused with saffron and lobster reduction, was served next, accompanied by Hennessy X.O. The pairing proved to be a refreshing take to the palate as the rich taste of seafood harmonised seamlessly with the delicate and fruity nuances of the cognac.

The mains. Yam pillows, braised pork shoulder in tea, cashew, chili and saffron sable and truffle raisins ketchup was then served, paired with the Hennessy 250 Collector blend. A dish with full marks for presentation was no disappointment to taste. The rich and full-bodied texture of the meat enhanced the richness of the cognac, and left a wonderful persistence finish on the palate - combining the perfect balance of subtlety and complexity.

As the lunch wound to a close, dessert of cashew, pandan chlorophyll, coconut textures and saffron Arborio pudding was served to be paired with Hennessy X.O.  The flavours were a mouthful of spectacular texture and taste which brought a sweet ending to this 4-course lunch.

The Hennessy 250 Collector Blend - 250 Barrels

The 250 barrels that hold the 250 Collector Blend – entirely hand-made by traditional coopers from La Sarrazine, Hennessy’s cooperage – have been specially sized for the event and hold 250 litres (rather than the usual 270). Made of wide-grained Limousin oak, the barrels add just a touch of vanilla and toast, without overpowering the aromas of the eaux-de-vie. The eaux-de-vie have been previously aged in barrels for at least ten years under optimum condition in an ageing cellar near the banks of the Charente.

The blend and the decanter

The Hennessy 250 Collector blend distinguish itself by a bright, warm shade of amber, which comes from the slow ageing of the eaux-de-vie and the successive blending processes.

Aromatic tones ranging from herbal to spicy give the 250 Collector Blend a remarkable voluptuousness, revealing notes of bitter orange and fresh nutmeg, liquorice, dried peppermint leaves, and precious spices such as saffron. While powerful on the palate, the 250 Collector Blend also possesses exceptional elegance, highlighted by a delightful nuance of spicy complexity.

The decanter – the work of designer Stéphanie Balini – seems of one piece, untouched by time, with its contemporary lines forming generous, pure curves.

Its notable characteristics make this new creation a special and symbolic blend for Hennessy, a new memory to treasure from the Charente vineyards and the darkened cellars – a unique blend for a unique occasion…

The Hennessy 250 Collector Blend is priced at RM2531.30 nett and only available via order directly through Moët Hennessy Diageo. For further enquiry, please call (603) 2053 8688 or email us directly at wk.chong@mhdm.com.my.

In conjunction with its new beauty boutique launch in Pavilion KL, Dior Malaysia launched the La Collection Privée – Dior’s exclusive and prestige line of fragrances. La Collection Privée is a hand-made collection of authentic, sophisticated fragrances for men and women alike, composed using carefully selected ingredients and noble raw materials of the highest quality.

Dior’s fragrance arm began as Christian Dior Parfums in 1947 with the launch of its first perfume, Miss Dior, which was named after the founder’s sister, Catherine. Since then, Dior perfumes never fail to represent all the passions of the couturier-perfumer who founded the label – his love of flowers naturally led to the creation of numerous fragrances with a floral heart. Such proliferation of flowers has become a significant characteristic of Dior’s signature fragrances including Diorama in 1949, Diorissimo in 1956, and J’Adore in 1999.

Created by Dior’s Perfumer-Creator, Mr. Francois Demachy, the 13 fragrances in the La Collection Privée line encapsulate the House of Dior’s history, and its unique aesthetic via the medium of scents like the rare Iris Florentina, Somali Incense, Indonesian Oud Wood, Indonesian Patchouli and Ambergis from New Zealand.

The 13 fragrances are --

1) New Look 1947 – named after Dior’s fashion-changing ‘New Look’ dresses for 
which is it perhaps best known, and based on the fragrance of tuberose absolute; 


2) Fève Délicieuse – built around Venezuelan tonka bean absolute and Madagascan 
Vanilla, its avid appeal and love of harmony naturally espouse the Dior spirit; 


3) Gris Montaigne – sophisticated chypre fragrance is a bold interpretation of the Dior Grey; a burst of citrus, a floral heart of Turkish Rose and Jasmine Sambac from the 
Indian region of Tamil Nadu; 


4) Ambre Nuit – inspired by the glamorous evening of the 18th century, and tells the tale 
of a sensual wrapped in amber; 


5) Grand Bal – scents of jasmine and tea inspired by the couturier-perfumer’s love of 
grand parties; 


6) Cuir Cannage – a leather composition intertwine with the fruity notes of a lipstick 
tinged with rose and violet that conveys an intimate and sensual scent; 


7) Granville – named after Mr. Christian Dior’s childhood in the town of the same 
name in Normandy, and contains pine, rosemary and resin; 


8) Cologne Royale – inspired by the royal courts of the 18th century and contains 
bergamot, citrus, earl grey tea and pepper; 


9) Bois D’Argent – described as a ‘veritable perfumer’s fantasy’ and contains iris 
florentina with a dry, green and fruity scent; 


10) Leather Oud – based on the very rare Oud wood from Indonesia, and is intense and 
woody; 


11) Patchouli Impérial – an intense version of the patchouli scent, which was an essential 
Dior ingredient in the time of the New Look revolution; 


12) Oud Ispahan – inspired by a ‘vision of a modern, fantastical Orient’ and is a mix of 
Oud wood, rose, amber and labdanum absolute; 


13) Milly-La-Forêt – named after Mr. Christian Dior’s country house and includes white 
musk. 


Each bottle of La Collection Privée fragrance is placed in their box manually. The women of the workshop, with gloved hands, place each bottles in its case, delicately positioning the label on the fragrance to ensure that the visual result will be impeccable when the box set is opened.

All 13 of the Dior La Collection Privée fragrances are now exclusively available at Dior beauty boutique at Pavilion KL, and is priced at MYR869.00 for 125ml; and MYR1, 240.00 for 250ml.

For more information, visit www.dior.com/beauty.

Other Dior beauty boutiques can be found at 

Mid Valley Megamall, Kuala Lumpur; Sunway Pyramid, Selangor; Gurney Plaza, Penang and Komtar JBCC, Johor Bahru.

I’ve seen some big brands has the all-in-one lippies that gives us a full set of lip concerns, and finally, EstéeLauder is launching it in August - a lip color that does it all – NEW Pure Color Envy Liquid Lip Potion. A luxuriously lightweight formula that drenches lips with the rich color intensity of a lipstick, the slip of a gloss, and the plush comfort of a lip balm for lips that are undeniably sultry. Infused with nourishing oils – lips feel luxuriously soft, smooth, and supple. NEW Pure Color Envy Liquid Lip Potion – depth, dimension, and definition all in one stroke.

Fluid Colour - Its moisture-rich formula and satiny texture glides onto lips with one uniform stroke of brilliant liquid colour for a smooth, sculpted finish. The rich colour impact gives lips a visibly fuller, more voluminous and curvaceous look. Featuring long-wearing properties that maintain colour richness and wear for up to 8 hours, lips remain soft throughout the entire day. The unique formula is infused with the intoxicating scent of red currant, mandarin orange and apple blossom for an added hint of sophistication.

Potent Effect - Estée Lauder’s Advanced True Vision Technology™ contains ‘Concentrated Liquid’ structural pigments that create rich colour, definition and volume. A unique Time Release Encapsulated Moisture Complex with Hyaluronic Acid boosts lips’ ability to attract, capture and seal-in continuous hydration. This complex also comprises a nourishing cocktail of oils: Avocado Oil, Jojoba Oil and Sunflower Oil.

Precise Application - This new, slanted and curved tip applicator designed to glide effortlessly – with expert precision to define and volumes the silhouette of your lips, leaving full, even coverage in ONE STROKE. Use the curved tip of the applicator to line lips and create shape. For a more impactful pout, turn over the applicator and get more Lip Potion from the reservoir, which holds extra color for those not so innocent moments.

Fashion “It” girl and social media sensation, Kendall Jenner, stars in the NEW Pure Color Liquid Envy Lip Potion campaign. Dressed in motorcycle-chic head-to-toe black, in downtown New York City, Kendall’s richly pigmented, sculpted lips take center stage, exemplifying her universal appeal and modern, sexy air.