Tag Archives: red

Starbucks at Christmas

Posted on December 22, 2013 by bookjunkie

I find the Starbucks Christmas disposable cups too nice to throw away. Tried their seasonal toffee nut latte and it’s rather addictive.

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Other Stuff at Ikea Tampines that Caught My Eye

Posted on November 17, 2012 by bookjunkie

I was immediately attracted to this bowl. You see, I like things made of natural materials and I have a weakness for light woods. Even for flooring at home I prefer blonde woods to dark ones like teak. I usually … Continue reading →

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The Thing About Cars in Singapore

Posted on October 30, 2012 by bookjunkie

I’m totally not a car person. B is, so I entertained myself by taking photos when we went car window shopping. If you’ve read my blog you know about my fear of confined spaces. When B asks me about cars … Continue reading →

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I’m Pretty Crazy about Rambutans

Posted on May 20, 2012 by bookjunkie

If you ask me, my favourite fruits are tropical. If they are not tropical, I find them quite bland. Tropical fruits tend to be sweeter and are equivalent to dessert. Mention durian, chempedak, rambutan or mango and my eyes light … Continue reading →

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Chinese New Year 2012: People’s Park & Lucky Red Underwear at OG

Posted on January 13, 2012 by bookjunkie

This is the best way to burn calories. Walk the streets at night at one of the many festive bazaars. The most lively one is the one in Chinatown during Chinese New Year and I hope the photos captured how … Continue reading →

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Chinese New Year 2012: People’s Park

Posted on January 8, 2012 by bookjunkie

It’s always most festive in Chinatown in the weeks before Chinese New Year. It was so crowded. Every year you can spot people crowding around this board reading their fortune for the dragon year. A close-up but couldn’t get close … Continue reading →

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Our Old Fire Station

Posted on November 14, 2011 by bookjunkie

The Central Fire Station was built way back in 1909, more than a century ago. I think this is one of the prettiest buildings around. The old fire station is very near the Stamp museum and the colourful lego like … Continue reading →

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Relaxing High Tea at the Rose Veranda (Part 1 of 2)

Posted on November 10, 2011 by bookjunkie

Shangri-la Hotel’s Rose Veranda has become our default high tea place as the staff always make us feel at home. The food may not be the highest quality, but it has a down to earth cosy vibe which we really … Continue reading →

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Red Dot Traffic: That Red Building on Maxwell Road

Posted on October 22, 2011 by bookjunkie

We always drive by this gorgeous red building, but I have never been inside. Been yearning to for quite some time and we finally did it. The building itself at 28 Maxwell Road is called Red Dot Traffic while the … Continue reading →

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Singapore on her 46th Birthday

Posted on August 9, 2011 by bookjunkie

Took a double decker bus around a small part of our clean island. Haven’t sat on the upper deck in many years and I recommend it. Thought these bunch of flags sewn together and fluttering in the strong breeze was … Continue reading →

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Angelina Jolie Looks Stunning in Red Gown

Posted on June 2, 2011 by bookjunkie

I am usually not into fashion, but I do know what I like. I think Jolie looks absolutely stunning in this red flowy gown by Jenny Packham. I think it flatters her figure, although she’s really skinny here. This was … Continue reading →

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Red Rocket at Vivo

Posted on May 18, 2011 by bookjunkie

I adore the bright red rocket at VivoCity. The unique art installations and thoughtful curvy design, sets this mall apart from others. The red rocket has a name – GoGo and is by Dutch artist, Marc Ruygrok. It’s quite a … Continue reading →

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#7. Ravishing Raspberries

Posted on January 27, 2011 by bookjunkie

Raspberries are so lovely with yoghurt or just on their own. I think they are the prettiest of the berries. A lipstick in this shade would be just perfect. It’s a pity they are quite expensive in Singapore at almost … Continue reading →

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Stacked Vintage Suitcases

Posted on November 7, 2010 by bookjunkie

After browsing the cardboard vintage suitcase replicas at The Paper Market at Raffles City I was prompted to write this post and looks for pretty decor pictures where stacked suitcases make a pretty feature in a feminine bedroom. Don’t they … Continue reading →

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Singapore Daily Photo: Red Ferrari

Posted on September 22, 2010 by bookjunkie

If I had a million dollars to spare the last thing I would do is buy a Ferrari as I am not that into cars. I just can’t justify to myself ever paying for much for something like that. B … Continue reading →

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Mid-Autumn Festival 2010: Streets of Chinatown

Posted on September 17, 2010 by bookjunkie

I have never seen the Mid-Autumn Festival done on such a grand scale before. It must be because of our million tourists, but I like it as well. I was thinking it would be much prettier here at night when … Continue reading →

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#55. High Tea at Shangri-la Hotel’s Rose Veranda

Posted on September 9, 2010 by bookjunkie

Shangri-la is always my instant choice when I’m asked where I like to go for high tea. If you’re celebrating a family member’s birthday celebration on a weekday, you can be there from Noon till 6pm and have a really … Continue reading →

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Gorgeous Red IKEA Kitchen

Posted on August 7, 2010 by bookjunkie

I was blown away by this Italian kitchen featured in the Ikea Live website. Who knew a bold red could work so well. I think it’s balanced out by the steel and natural materials like the wood ceiling and granite … Continue reading →

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Pre National Day Celebrations at VivoCity

Posted on August 7, 2010 by bookjunkie

VivoCity had this huge Singapore flag up. Somehow, the bigger the flag the grander it looks. I wish the red was a bit darker for greater contrast. I think in celebration of National Day perhaps, VivoCity’s blue drummer boys were … Continue reading →

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Attractive Red Building: An Old Firestation

Posted on August 2, 2010 by bookjunkie

My curiosity was piqued when I spotted this attractive red building. Red never fails to catch my attention. It’s actually an event management company located in an old Firestation at Upper Bukit Timah Road.

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Angelina Jolie is Stunning in Red

Posted on July 25, 2010 by bookjunkie

Angelina Jolie is just so beautiful. She truly takes your breath away in red and it shows that she should occasionally do away with her usual blacks in favour of colour. The Photo is from her promotion of her latest … Continue reading →

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Catherine Hammerton: Beautiful Handmade Vintage Asthetic

Posted on June 25, 2010 by bookjunkie

I absolutely love tiny floral prints and I am swooning over these interiors by UK designer Catherine Hammerton as seen on Design Sponge.  These are of her own home. Her kitchen has got to be the prettiest I have ever … Continue reading →

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