Kindness needed!

I don't hope to make a habit of publishing e-mails to me, but sometimes I feel like there's no better way to say it than how the person e-mailing me did. :) Fellow shopping kaki need our help, so let's help them out! :D

E-mail #1

"Dear Sha-Lene,

I have been a follower o f YSK for a while now (love the 8 reviews btw!), and would really appreciate it if you could help me out with my research project.

My name is Marianne Lim, and I'm currently finishing my final year at UCTI doing a BSc (Hons) in Web Media Technology. My final year project is titled, "E-commerce Website for an Online Fashion Swap". For that, I will be conducting an online questionnaire to research on online fashion trading. This online questionnaire will be open until the 6th of October 2009 (Tuesday).

The survey link is http://www.surveygizmo.com/s/186866/a-research-on-online-fashion-trading

If you are willing, can you please fill the survey up? I know this is a bit last minute, but if it's not too much trouble, can you also post it on your blog for a couple of days (until Tuesday October 6th) so that I can receive enough responses? Thank you so much!

Regards,
Marianne Lim"

I've answered the survey - and it's only 15 short multiple-choice questions, only takes a couple of minutes! :) Do *click here* if you've got 5 minutes to spare, because if it were you, you'd really appreciate the help too. :)


E-mail #2

"Hello Dearest,

I hope you can please review some of our stuffs to give us a boost. And I really need to make some income to support myself as a handicap. I hope you will understand my situation. Thank you very much in advance
http://zenjewelleries.blogspot.com

Ann,
http://iyeeha.com/vendors/sparkle-beads

http://vock-fashion.blogspot.com

http://zenjewelleries.blogspot.com"

Note that I've edited the e-mail slightly to omit the more personal aspects of it. I have to admit that I didn't know about Ann's condition prior to the e-mail I received tonight (BCC-ed along with other reviewers), but now that I do, I hope all of us will take notice of http://zenjewelleries.blogspot.com :) More importantly, the items she is selling are gorgeous and affordable (mostly around RM10 only!).

Happy Shopping!
Your Shopping Kaki :)

All you need is three little words.

Our friendly neighbourhood "Cool Gadgets" blogshop is at it again! This time, with a very special promotion for YSK readers - that means you! :D To enjoy the shocking privileges below, the subject of your e-mail when you place an order must be "I Love YSK". :P

A little narcissistic of me, I know, but if it helps, the three little words are the brainchild of Kawaii Store! ;) Three products on promotion for you today ...

LOMO AQUA PIX Waterproof Camera
The camera that can “dive” 3 meters under water, retailing at RM69. Free Pos Laju for YSK readers! Ready stocks are as below:

LOMO Digital Jelly Camera
The digital camera with squeezable, jelly-like camera body with flash and 1.4-inch screen, retailing at RM299. FREE Pos Laju for YSK readers!

VISTA QUEST LOMO Digital Keychain Camera

Mini LOMO Digital Camera, retailing at RM250. FREE 2 Jelly Lens for YSK readers!

Head over to Kawaii Store now for some cool gadgets!
This is the time to buy! :D
*Click to visit!*

Happy Shopping!
Your Shopping Kaki :)

8 Gifts For The Girlfriends (Here's one for the guys)

Hi guys and girls :)

Short of wearing a t-shirt that proclaims your love for the world to see,
welcome to the world of gift-giving that show you really care.
In other words, welcome to the world of online shopping. :D

I know Valentine's Day is like nowhere near this part of the calendar,
but who says you need an occasion to give your girl a gift?

Well, to every guy reading this who wants gift ideas for this year,
here are 8 helpful ones! :D

From Flaunts RM30
Beanie fever! :D What can I say? The leader of the hat pack this season.
I like them through a strange osmosis of seeing it everywhere.
If your girlfriend shops online or likes fashion in general, ask her what she thinks of beanies!
If she croons, "Oooh I've always wanted one!" then just *click here* to get one for her :D

And for those of you who want to try these on before purchasing, these beanies are available
offline in Forever21 outlets in PJ (1-Utama), Sunway (Sunway Pyramid) & Penang.
As well as malls in KL like Sungei Wang Plaza (but for like 50 bucks!).
If you're not sure if you like how they look on you, definitely try them on offline if you can -
and then if you like them, come online and buy! :D
In the midst of trying to find out the price of beanies in Forever 21 for you :P
If anyone already knows the answer, do leave a comment!

From Mode d'amour RM30
If you're a guy giving the love of your life a gift -
you've hit the jackpot with this hopelessly romantic tee! :)
This is the next best thing to a big diamond ring :D

From DaisyDeariesx RM45 | RM40 | RM25
Ok. So you're a bloke. You haven't got a clue what to get her.
Easy peasy - just observe what she usually wears: sequins, florals, or plaids?
Don't get her something you've never seen her in, because if you do that,
chances are that present will just stay in the wardrobe as eye candy. :)
That's a nice way of saying... "Wasted-lah!"

From All The Range RM60? | RM? | RM30
Setting aside the absent prices, these three dresses are to die for!
Three very different dresses - laced playfulness, floral Oriental charm, or vintage mod -
if you guys can pick the right one for your girl (and in the right size!),
then it's one of those moments to be truly proud of yourself ;)
And note that these are second-hand items, but have never been used. :D

From Elegant Extravaganza RM55 | RM50 for returning buyers

Ah, the classic frilled bodycon dress!
Locking curves in an embrace that only a gorgeous dress can do. :P
And in three vivid shades that are truly unforgettable.
Throw a blazer over it for a taste of corporate chic.
If she's into simple clothes with clean lines, this kinda dress might be the one for her :)
Recommended for the leggy and curvy!

From My Preloved Site RM45
YSK readers enjoy a 10% discount with the password: "I'm a YSK reader!"

Okay, first things first, I know the name of this blogshop is confusing -
but it's not my preloved site, it's her preloved site. Hahaha. :P
My own YourShoppingKaki preloved site is Captain Obvious.
Anyway, shameless plug aside! :D These sunglasses are cool because they're different.
Besides the fact that you get a 10% discount because you're reading this,
it's sunnies that you can wear with your spectacles!
Not sure how it works, but there's the picture of the model demonstrating it. :D
Note that this is a pre-order, and that it closes on October 3rd -
but you will be receiving your sunnies next week! ;)

From Art Scarf RM25-RM30

These beautiful scarves bring Muslim chic to a whole new level!
Affordable as well as tailor-made to creative perfection.
Whimsical. Eccentric. Gorgeous.
The perfect gift to Muslim friends, girlfriends, relatives! :)

From JPBeads Handmade Jewelry, Accessories & More
Satin dual-magnified mirrors RM32 | Butterfly bookmark & keychain set RM39

Monochrome purse hanger & pen set RM28 | Foldable purse hangers RM38

Now these accessories will be perfect as gifts (whether to your girlfriend/girl friends!).
The mirrors have 2 sides - 1 side is normal size, the other side is doubly magnified -
I personally have pocket mirrors like this, and I find them super useful for make-up :)
The ones available in JPBeads (and only one per design!) have satin-textured covers, so lovely!

*Tip from Your Shopping Kaki*
Some useful info on shipping - assuming online shopping is unfamiliar territory for guys -
the purse hangers & bookmarks will only be RM3.50 for Pos Ekspres to your doorstep,
whereas the mirrors are RM6 for Pos Laju (it's safer & signatured required).
Oh, and this is one blogshop that offers attractive prices for purchases of 3 sets & above!
I say get them for your sisters, girl friends, girlfriend, mum, auntie, everybody :D

Stay tuned for updates everyday! :)

FOOTNOTES
So I've given some pointers on what to buy, but it's also important to know what not to buy! I have only one rule for you: Do NOT get her a pet. For humanitarian reasons! *Click here to watch the YouTube video*

Happy Shopping!
Your Shopping Kaki :)