"Bazaar Review 1: Jumble Sale"

Oooh, it's Your Shopping Kaki's first review on a bazaar! :)

Well, this won't be a review per se, because I won't be critique-ing the Jumble Sale - other than to say it was very, very, very hot ("panas!") and that it was cool to meet some blogshop owners. :D It's definitely worth checking out if you're in the neighbourhood! Click here for information on how to get there.

Below are some photos, as well as a short Q&A with the organisers. I've decided to write bazaar reviews in hopes that it will help readers decide whether or not they want to check it out tomorrow, help blogshop owners see what bazaars are like (if they haven't participated in any yet!), and to simply show how online shopping can morph into offline shopping! :D

And play the drumroll, for today's vendors! ;D

Peekxie

Dandelion Boutique

AimanIskhan Boutique

PlusFabulous!

Il!'s Closet

*I can't find the link to this blogshop - if anyone knows it, please leave a comment below ya. Thank you! :)* Thanks, Euphorics! :)

Oooh, he designs his own tees! :)

Rainbow Charms

Customize your own charm bracelet! ;)

Last but not least...

The organising blogshop itself! :D

Euphorics

Q&A with the organisers!

*Interviewee's answers are 100% unedited to retain authenticity*

• YSK: Who are the people behind the Jumble Sale?
  Shahs: The organizers are Euphorics which consist of Shahs and Hakim.

• YSK: What made you decide to organise this?
  Shahs: We decided to have a Jumble Sale because: we are giving opportunity to small businesses/retailers to run their business at a small cost whether they are selling new or second handitems, we were very disappointed with certain organizations that did not take us seriously in the bigger retail market, it's part of our promotion to promote Euphorics, to widen our network and businesses, we also have our own personal second hand stuffs to let go.

• YSK: Can we expect to see more of the Jumble Sale, other places & dates?
  Shahs: Well, at the moment Jumble Sale will only be at the Big Blue House butwe are yet to have further plannings but will keep everyone posted. However, the Jumble Sale @ The Big Blue House has already run for about 6 months as we started of during Ramadhan. It was a weekly event but now we are currently doing it every 2 weeks in a month - started in January.

• YSK: Last question - why is it called the "Big Blue House"? :)
  Shahs: The reason why it's called the Big Blue House is because of the house itself.It's Blue and it's Big and no one would miss the house and it's easier fornavigating directions.

Hope you enjoyed Your Shopping Kaki's first bazaar review! :)

Next bazaar review: Tomorrow (Sunday, 28 Feb) at 12am
Heaps of photos from A:fair Weekend's gazebo-style bazaar today (Saturday)! ;)

Happy Shopping,
Your Shopping Kaki! :)

"8 Pieces in the New Black"

Do you recognise this man?

[Pic credits to www.theobamawave.com]

Hehe, no, this isn't a costume review (although that could be a fun review for Halloween!).

But if you know the man, you must know his wife.

[Pic credits to www.freddiebell.files.wordpress.com]

And if you know his wife, you must recognise what is The New Black for 2009!

In 2008, it was electric blue ...

In 2009...

"It's yellow, Your Shopping Kaki readers!"

exclaims Michelle Obama to Jay Leno.

:D

Word on the lucky-colour grapevine is that yellow is the auspicious colour this year

- but whether you're superstitious or think feng shui is a bunch of bahooey,

there's certainly something happily fashionable about this cheerful colour!

Besides, if any Tinseltowners are fashion authority this happy new year,

it's gotta be the Gossip Girls, no? ;D

[Taylor Momsen pic credits to www.img2.timeinc.net]

[Blake Lively]

Whether its pale, sunny, loud, plain or patterned,

surely you can't deny the fact that yellow is a happy colour! :)

So today, Your Shopping Kaki reviews for you 8 gorgeous pieces she's spotted in 2009's signature colour! :D

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Dressing Lab

"Pretty Pleats"

RM46

Pair this pleated, ruffled blouse with a pair of jeans to formalise a casual outfit,

or with a solid-coloured high-waisted skirt to brighten up a business-like outfit! ;)

With a collar cut like the gorgeous floral maxi that Blake Lively (a.k.a. Serena Van Der Woodsen) was wearing above, there's no denying that you can buy yourself a slice of chic for under RM50 too! :D

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Sasha Vintage

"Sunshine Yellow Criss-cross dress"

RM45

Ooh-la-la! Vintage goodies galore from Sasha Vintage!

Padded at the bust for comfort and convenience, straps crossed at the back for that extra sexy zing!, and figure-hugging to show off those curves, this is one family heirloom that's not going to be on sale for long. ;)

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HotChicksRox

"Zip-zap Case"

RM12

I have a yellow pencil that's stuck with me, through art classes and dissections, lab reports and exams, doodles and lecture notes.

If you too have a yellow pencil - or any other loyal stationery, haha - pamper it with one of these funky zipper cases! :D Brighten up those Monday morning lectures already!

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Ladies Fashion

*amazingly affordable goodies in this blogshop -

the lowest prices I've seen on blogshops for the same clothes!*

"2 strap singlet"

RM14

For a price like that, I'll go back to the basics anyday! ;)

This simple, casual piece is bright and flattering - it's even V-necked to make anyone look slimmer. Perfect for classes, shopping, walking the dog/cat/rabbit/hamster, and everything else that isn't labelled a black-tie event!

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Simply Alluring

"Strapless Frilled Dress"

RM38

Ahh, a lightly-tiered tube dress that comes with that candy-coloured gumball necklace absolutely free! :) A very short version of the maxi dress!

Your Shopping Kaki would recommend this dress for those who aren't too tall, because otherwise the dress may be just a tad too short to be worn on its own. :)

Do ask for measurements if you're on the fence! :)

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Mocking Bird

"60s Polka" skirt

RM29

Helloo, polka skirt!

Complete with an elastic waistband, a matching belt, and inner lining, wouldn't you just dance the night away in this pretty piece? ;) It's demure and classy, but at the same time young and fun!

Pair it with a white blouse and white heels like the model in the picture, and you're all set. :D

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Luv My Dresses

"Tube dress"

RM35

Little dresses with mini pockets are always so cute! :D

Slightly bubble-hemmed, it's also something like a babydoll - and you know what that means! :)

Camouflage!

Wear this to a buffet and there's no cause for worry - and who knows, those cute li'l pockets might even come in handy if you feel like "tapau"-ing something back! ;) Hehe!

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Just Bag It

*Offering a YSK-Readers-Only promotion for this item reviewed!!*

"Little Miss" tote bags

RM38

If your Little Miss tees are feeling a li'l lonely, here's a Little Miss bag to keep it happy!

But wait!

Look what a sweet deal Your Shopping Kaki has managed to get for you! :)

And, as always, the password is: "Hi, I'm Your Shopping Kaki"! :D

I hope you've enjoyed this sunny review as much as I have! :)

Fashion is about having fun, and which colour is more fun than yellow, right? ;)

Dearest blogshop owners, if you are selling something in yellow and I didn't review it, feel free to leave a comment below this post so that readers who want more similar items can check out your yellow goodies too! :)

And while Your Shopping Kaki takes a break from colour-based reviews (eventhough she loves them to bits!), look forward to Thursday, 5 March!

My next review:

"I 8 Too Much Again"

Figure-flattering cover-ups galore! :D

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And just a few days after that, comes the Blogshop of the Month feature for March! :)

Curious to know who Your Shopping Kaki has picked?

Come and find out on 8 March! :D

And until then - Happy Shopping!
Your Shopping Kaki :)

Newly introduced partnership project

Your Shopping Kaki is looking for a pool of blogshops to provide regular YSK-Readers-Only prices, discounts, offers!

Whether it's free Pos Laju, 30% discount, Buy-2nd-item-at-half-price, or something more creative, e-mail in to yourshoppingkaki@gmail.com if you're happy to participate! ;) Selected blogshops will also be linked in a priority blogroll ahead of all other blogshops (except Blogshops of the Month), as well as regularly featured. :)

*How do you identify a YSK Reader? A password phrase will be provided with every special offer that is reviewed! :D

"8 Colours of the Shopping Rainbow"

Picture this.

It's a sunny Saturday morning, and you pull open your closet doors.

What do you want to see?

Black, black, black, black... an ocassional white...

... OR ...

White, red, black, purple, green, blue, pink & your special rainbow artillery?

As Your Shopping Kaki, I must confess that I love colours, and am now more than delighted to share this colourful collection with you! :D

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Kimono Boutique

*a kimono-specialist blogshop that brings in "anything but kimono" outfits once in a while - this is one of those times!*

"White Maxi"

RM56

With a gold tie-back sash and golden prints, this soft-flowing WHITE chiffon dress is to die for!

The innocent-yet-sexy look is completed with the classic figure-flattering assymetrical hemline.

Your Shopping Kaki has done her fair share of shopping in her 20 (almost 21!) years of life, but she has yet to set her eyes upon a dress like this - online or off! It's one of their special garments indeed. ;)

Fashionology 123

"Corporate Beauty"

RM38

Made of good quality thick cotton, this black jacket is a pseudo-formal piece of art.

With its slim white lining and dark contrasting base, I recognised it at once! :D

Does this look familiar to you?

Now you know you can wear it for work, classes, presentations, lunch with your girlfriends...

...or even celebrity post-prison walks of fame! XD

Colour Me Pretty

"Valentine"
RM39

It's lightly-pleated, siren-red, and - as Colour Me Pretty put it - puts the "mini" in "miniskirt"! :P This sexy baby was made to show off those gorgeous, long legs - and also to make not-so-long legs look a li'l longer. ;)

With two inch-long heart-shaped buttons, this miniskirt's got the Cute Factor in-built too! :)

Footy Bag
*blogshop that sells only replica designer bags*

"Chanel quilted bag with intertwined chain strap"

RM125

You've probably seen Hollywood celebrities wearing their quilted Chanel chain-strap bags all over Tinseltown, and you might want one too! :D

Luckily for online shoppers everywhere, the blogosphere sports quite a number of blogshops specialising in replica designer bags, and Footybag is one of those rising stars.

This PURPLE replica Chanel bag is also available in black, white, silver, and dark grey.

Tweede Hands

*pre-owned site selling used and unused goodies*

"Buttercup Tube Dress"

RM49 (negotiable!)

The cut and colour of this adorable little tube dress (it's brand new, by the way!) reminded me of a certain cartoon character with the same name. :D

Can you guess who?

If you were a fan of the Powerpuff Girls as a child (or still are a fan), you have one more reason to plug in those haggling antennae and start naming your price for the Buttercup Tube Dress already! ;)

Your Shopping Kaki's tip for bargaining?

Find out the original price & how long ago it was purchased - these are factors you can take into account in offering a price for a pre-owned but brand new item! :D

A Girl's Wardrobe

*pre-owned site selling used & unused goodies*

"Electric blue dress"

RM24

This striking blue cotton dress is free-size (do ask for measurements if you're not sure) & easy to slip into for casual outings and parties - essentially a staple piece in every girl's wardrobe! :)

It comes with a sash, so it can be worn as a halter dress or a tube dress (as pictured).

Oh, and you'll like to know this, babes - they're also open to SWAPS! :)

The Vintage Socialites

"Corset Dress"
RM45

Ahh, pink and white florals!

How could I resist reviewing this beautiful, beautiful vintage dress? <3

The corset top of the dress is guaranteed to show off those curves - and the flares at the collar are just so wonderfully OTT (Over The Top) that it reminds me of who may be the most famous female figure in the world...

Barbie! :D

[Credits: www.misquincemag.com]

My Clothes Affair

"Coloured Tights" - RM10 *steal!*

There is no doubt that this review's special rainbow artillery has to be colourful leggings that can change the look of your entire outfit! :D And at the lowest price I've seen offered online, feel free to grab a piece in each colour! ;)

Wondering why there’s nothing in yellow, especially for those who know that yellow is Your Shopping Kaki’s favourite colour? ;)

Tune in next week on Thursday, 26 February – and you’ll find out in my next review:

“8 Pieces in The New Black”!

*Psst: More special offers coming your way next week - exclusive to Your Shopping Kaki's readers only!!*

Happy Shopping!

Your Shopping Kaki :)

"8 Treasures Under RM25"

Ah, post-CNY! As certified shopaholics, we all know what that means…
Angpow tallies are in! :D

But… the world's economy not looking so hot?

Your parents making you cut down on your expenses?

So how do you get your shopping fix? ;)

"Your Shopping Kaki - A Review Blog" was started for your shopping experience, so naturally, she has an answer to every shopper’s biggest dilemma right now...

Shopping within a tight budget!

So here are 8 treasures under RM25 that you can flex those budget-shopping muscles on! :)

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Lady Like

*brand new & pre-owned goodies*

"Little Lucy"

RM24

Smocked at the waist and frilled at the bustline, it's a dual-toned top with a very cute twist! Available in three colours - red, pink, and black.

Spoilt for choice yet? ;)

Wearever U Like!

*men's clothing & unisex accessories*

"Couple Ring"

RM15 (per pair)

It may be a little too late for Valentine's Day, but true love knows no deadlines! ;)

It's even available in a few different sizes - and for that price? You have YSK's budget-shopping approval to melt your sweetheart's heart today!

Elegant Extravaganza

*lots of goodies here for some of the lowest prices around!*

"Miss Hawaii Cutie Shorts"

RM20.90 each

Oooh... florals on shorts!

Whether you're kicking around the house or taking a stroll around the park,

aren't these super adorable shorts just the easiest thing to pull on? :D

EE's also selling matching racerbacks if you want the entire outfit!

Clothes Cottage

*Closing Down Clearance Sales!*

"A Bouquet of Tulips"

RM23

It's not just any satin dress with adjustable straps - look at the lovely design! :)

Doesn't it remind you of black and pink tulips floating peacefully to the top?
It was also originally priced at RM39, so this is definitely a good deal. :D

Our Mutual Passion
*one of the blogshops which will be offering YSK-Readers-Only prices in my reviews!!*

"Owl Tee"
RM17 (after RM5 discount for YSK readers only!)

Aww... not only does the cute widdle cartoon owl look it belongs to the Greek Goddess Athena, this is a statement tee that will never go out of style!
"It's what's on the inside that counts". <3

Midnight Glam

"Sheer Princess"
RM12

Sheer leggings! :) Now I haven't seen too many of these around in the blogosphere.
Perfect for those who want to show off their legs without showing too much skin! ;)
They're taking orders for these in blue, green, grey, and black. :D

Minnie Bunnie Studio

*blogshop selling pre-owned items that were never used*

"Chiffon Tube Dress"
RM23

Here's one for the petites! :)
Too small for its owner, so she's reselling it at half the original price!
It's such a sweet and feminine dress, don't let it go to waste! <3>

Ancient Orchids

*one of the blogshops which will be offering YSK-Readers-Only prices in my reviews!!*

"Sporty Tee"
RM24 (after RM12 discount for YSK readers only!)

Polo tees! :) Word on the blogosphere is that it's a necessity for every girl's wardrobe.
So if you haven't got yours already, YSK readers, get it from them - because this blogshop has decided to give you a special discount! :)

And all you have to do? Say "Hi, I'm Your Shopping Kaki"! :D

Also comes in an entire palette of colours for you to choose from:

Have a fantastic weekend - and see you again next week! ;)

NEXT REVIEW: 19 Feb (Thursday)

WHAT'S ON THE SHOPPING LIST?

"8 Colours of the Shopping Rainbow" :D

Happy Shopping!

Your Shopping Kaki :)