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Shopping with Zalora

I actually shop online more than I visit the malls now. It’s so convenient getting everything delivered to your doorstep. You can spend ages browsing the online stores 24/7 without pesky shopkeepers giving you A Look. There’s so much variety, all accessible with just a click. The reasons are endless.

And I really shop…. a lot.

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These just some of the stuff I bought online and not yet opened so I store them in a box for protection. It’s not that I won’t wear them, just not now as I have zero space in my wardrobes despite hanging multiple items on one hanger blah blah typical girl. But I will not deprive myself from shopping.

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I know some people find shopping online more expensive (due to postage and shipping) / risky (due to scams and merchants that go MIA) / unreliable (items you receive might not fit or be the same as in pictures) and so on. But that’s probably because you are not shopping at the right places!!

So let me introduce to you one of my favourite shopping sites ever…

ZALORA.SG!!!

 

Headquartered in Singapore, Zalora is the one-stop fashion heaven for all all those who love to shop and dress up! Founded in 2012, they offer an extensive collection of over 500 top international and local brands. This means that you can find labels such as Mango, Steve Madden etc all UNDER ONE ROOF!!

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User-friendly website that allows shoppers to browse items via brands, categories, price and more.
I’ve been on several shopping sprees with Zalora before and here are some of my buys!

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There was once they had a sale going on for all B.U.M Equipment shoes.
Got these at a super good bargain for only $9.90 per pair!

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So comfortable and flattering

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Love at my first sight  for this particular pair!
Everyone knows how I’m crazy over silver metallic apparel, shoes and bags. Not only are they easy to put on, they don’t rub against my feet or give me blisters either.

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So much shine.

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My mum also bought this necklace and earring set made from SWAROVSKI crystals.

So far, all my shopping experiences with Zalora have been nothing but pleasant.
Here are some things I love about them:

– Super fast and reliable delivery

This is the only site I’ve shopped with whereby I receive my purchases the very next day, even though you are given a range of 1 to 3 days. Super impressive! Their employee also sends your items right to your doorstep to make sure you have received them.

Not long ago, my colleague Sarah didn’t have time to get a dress for her hen’s night and decided to shop online with just a couple of days left. She saw this dress that caught her eye on Zalora and asked me about their services and speed. I told to go ahead and she ended up with this beautiful dress:

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– The actual items are exact and true to pictures online

I think it’s a common fear among shoppers that what you buy might not be what you get. But you never have to worry about that with Zalora.

So far, my purchases have always come in the exact shade / sizing / description as promised. When I first opened the box and saw my silver pair of shoes (pictured above), it took my breath away because they were GLORIOUS. Just look at the shine!! Metallic shade was what I’d wanted and metallic shade I got.

They were a perfect fit too. You can always trust Zalora’s size guide. And they will always tell you on the description if you need to get one size bigger/smaller due to the item’s design so shop free!

– 30-day free return policy

Actually, you don’t even have to worry about not liking the item you bought because of this policy! You can simply ship your parcel back to them (which you don’t even have to pay for) and get a refund as long as you meet basic criteria such as unused, tags intact, etc.

– Reasonable prices and fantastic bargains

Which other sites can you still find shoes and clothes of good quality for under $10? Not many. Zalora also offers great discounts to celebrate special occasions, weekends, seasons and more, leading to stocks running out fast!

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One good way to stay up-to-date with all their awesome sales and get discount codes would be to sign up for their newsletter! Shopping has never been this rewarding.

Other awesome stuff:

– You can choose to pay after checking out your cart or upon delivery of your items
– Free delivery with $40 purchase (most sites set it much higher)
– Fast response from staff when you email or facebook them

Do you know that Zalora is also on your favourite social networking sites such as Twitter, Instagram and Tumblr? They also have a blog to connect with readers and fashionistas!

I particularly love their array of posts on Tumblr!! From nature and animals to style and fashion. Been liking and reblogging some of their posts myself 😉

Check them out here!!!

ZALORA SG

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95% funding for PSB Academy diplomas

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Hi guys! It’s been awhile… but I’ve been busy trying to attain work-life balance hahaha. As some of you might know, I’ve been wanting to continue with my studies (without leaving my job). So I’ve been looking up courses, info and whatnot online from various schools.

One school that caught my eye was PSB Academy. Most of you would have heard of it and want to know more, but don’t know where to start looking. Just like me when I was browsing through my options! So this blog entry is designed to help you out.

What is PSB Academy?

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With a rich history of more than 50 years, PSB Academy offers both full-time and part-time courses, from certificates and diplomas to degrees — all of which will help you advance in both your education and career as they are widely recognised by renowned universities around the world.

Of course, any one can easily say that without backup. But here’s what you don’t know:

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This says so much more, doesn’t it?

However, it is not just what they can offer you in terms of end results when it comes to picking a school. Education should also be a well-rounded and fulfilling experience, agree? PSB Academy doesn’t just offer you academic excellence. They also have…

– A full-fledged campus that’s well-equipped with facilities

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Spacious classrooms and laboratories, a Student Hub, courts for basketball and soccer, a huge library and even a gym. These are just a few of many other things you can find on the PSB campus. Take a virtual tour here!

– A well-rounded and vibrant student life

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Leadership development programmes, Student Council, Student Associations based on your nationalities, sports clubs, interest groups, cultural and festival events, talent competitions, parties and more. You name it, they have it.

Forget the notion that it’s hard to make friends once you graduate from secondary school, as there are nothing but opportunities to do so here. You get to know loads of people and nurture your interests.

There’s something for everybody and you will never feel like you don’t belong.

– Academic staff strength of over 600 lecturers and associates

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People who are good at what they do. Besides being dedicated to student care and guidance, they also offer academic consultation outside of the classroom at no additional costs, personal counselling, disability support and more.

And now, I would like to introduce one particular programme that PSB Academy is offering: a Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management.

Interested in the running of hotels and resorts, travelling, meeting and communicating with people? Want to work in fields related to tourism, leisure, recreation and hospitality? This course is for you and will help pave the way to a career where prospects are endless.

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Some useful knowledge and skills (all of which are essential to the working world) that you will pick up during the course are:

– Financial accounting
– Accommodation operations
– Operation and management of food service
– Marketing for tourism and hospitality
– Communication in business

Other information about the programme:

1. Duration of 12 months (both full-time and part-time)
2. A total of 8 modules
3. For O/N/A-level/ITE holders

4. Full-time intakes 2014 : Jan, Mar, Jun, Aug, Oct
5. Part-time intakes 2014 : Jan, Mar, May, Aug, Oct
Which means the next intake for this year is August!!

6. Graduates who successfully complete the programme can gain entry into:
– The University of Newcastle, Australia
– Edinburgh Napier University, UK

And now for the best part! The Workforce Development Agency (WDA) is now offering up to 95% funding for all part-time diplomas at PSB!

Find out more about PSB’s Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management here.

the hotel drama

Anyway does anyone remember this MediaCorp drama (The Hotel 大酒店) from 2001?? Was writing this post and got reminded of it.

The show revolves around a group of people working in a hotel and their jobs always seemed so fun and glamarous to me!! I even once thought to myself that I wouldn’t mind working in a hotel because of this drama hahaha. So PSB’s Diploma in Tourism would be a good place to start 😀