Outfit post: Bittersweet Symphony [Black Outfits]

I am in love with this jacket I just purchased in London.

I love that bracelet because it kind of reminds me of ID tags.

And these boots are made for walking and world domination.

Black Outfit Breakdown:

Hairband: Forever21
Jacket: Zara
Dress: Mango
Tights: Bugis Street
Boots: Aldo

Outfit Post: Here is Gone. [Black Outfits]

Somewhere between my last post and now, I have hauled my ass to Germany and am having regression sessions in the snow. I find myself missing warmer climates suddenly, for I can actually wear nice clothes and show it off, instead of bundling everything up under a coat.

I swear I did not photoshop my face [...]

Trend Report: Cross your legs

Spring is finally lingering around the corner, and I am sure many of you are more than happy to chuck the winter coats into the closet and pull out your lighter, shorter spring coats. Afterall, who doesn’t want to finally show their legs after months of burying them under thick, suffocating leggings and pants? Unfortunately, [...]

Outfit post: Fleurs du mal [Black Outfits]

I really do wish I could do a proper outfit post, but I am born and raised a tropical girl, and the cold here in London needs getting used to. So for now, the coat isn’t getting anywhere away from me.

I must admit, footwear for the cold remains a mystery to me. It’s surprising how [...]

Alice in Wonderland Fashion Inspirations: Finding Alice

As if the star-studded crew of Tim Burton’s “Alice in Wonderland” hasn’t generated enough hype already, designers Ann Demeulemeester, Nicholas Kirkwood, Charles Anastase, Maison Martin Margiela, Haider Ackermann and Chloé has come together to create their own interpretations of this classic story. This is almost too much of a good thing.

First up is this stunner [...]

Outfit post: Chain Reaction [Black Outfits]

If an article of clothing is a) black, b) draped, c) accessorized with chains, you can bet your last penny that we’ll be all over it like slobbering idiots. I’ve long given up trying to be less predictable.
What amazes me if that lately, I’ve been seeing more and more tops coming with chains attached. Whichever [...]

Trend Report: Mirror Image

Since when must fashion be practical? The below pieces are far from practical, but the mirror detailings encapsulates the fusion between fashion and art perfectly.

Mirror blazers from Anthony Vaccarello

Mirror boots and heels from Giuseppe Zanotti

Mirror wedges by Carin Wester
When I first saw those specially made for runway Carin Wester boots, my first instinct was [...]

Outfit Post: Nightquest [Black Outfits]

I must say I am absolutely stumped when it comes to naming pictures. Right now, I am just shuffling through my iTunes library and picking out suitable titles. I am sure all of you will get a pretty comprehensive idea of what I listen to after a while, unfortunately.
So why is the title appropriate in [...]

Outfit Post: Stardust [Black Outfits]

Starlight

Star bright

Monoxious wish all our readers a happy new year in our last post of 2009! It has been a turbulent journey since our humble beginnings in May, and we promise that the year of 2010 will be dedicated to making this blog better for all of you. Thank you for the amazing support everyone, [...]

Trend Report: Sock it up

I don’t know about you, but I love it when fashion completely turns everyone’s expectations over and, in the words of Tim Gunn, “make it work”.
I am sure that every girl have been warned at any given point in their lives to never wear open-toed sandals with stockings. It was an image permeated by unfortunate [...]

SK-II Tea Party

Both of us at Monoxious were invited by Nuffnang to partake in a little tea party courtesy of SK-II yesterday. I must admit that Arissa and I are not prudent to say the least when it comes to skincare, and the experience has certainly opened up our eyes a little.

It was a pleasure chatting to [...]

Outfit Post: Away from the Sun [Black Outfits]

Why, yes, that is indeed grey you see right here. I really wish I could write something witty here, but studying for my last paper has eaten up what’s left of my brain. Like a zombie. Oh I love zombies. Okay I’ll shut up.
Black Outfit Breakdown:

Beanie: M)phosis
Scarf: [...]

Outfit Post: Angel with the Scabbed Wings [Black Outfits]

Guess who is resurrected from the dead? Clue: it’s not a mummy. Although I could pretend to be one with the Herve Leger wannabe bandage dress.
Despite still having one last paper to hurdle over, I’d like to think that my exams are over. So here I am, back to camwhoring taking self portraits alone out [...]

Outfit Post: Buckle up [Black Outfits]

Hello, earthlings. A friend jokingly commented that I looked like “an alien from outerspace came to earth and won the world wrestling federation championship!” when she saw me in this outfit. I did feel like I could kick some ass in this get-up, though. I am loving the shoulders of this dress, and the stuff [...]

Outfit Post: Armour Amour

What I wore to Nuffnang APAC blog awards!

Body chain: DIY
Dress: From a small shop in Far East Plaza
Clutch: Aldo
Tights: Newlook, DIY
Shoes: H&M Divided exclusive

Thank you from the bottom of our hearts

Let us first begin by saying how much words fail to encompass our gratitude. If you have followed our Twitter, you would have known that Lady Melbourne cinched the Best Fashion Blog award yesterday night at the Nuffnang Asia Pacific Blog Awards. Congratulations Phoebe, we are so glad for you!
I truly believe that there were [...]

F.A.Q

We’ll be contacting the winner of the Giveaway soon. Keep a lookout for it soon~!!!
Okay not THAT frequently asked, but just some things you -might- wanna know.
1) What are your occupations?
D: I am currently still studying.
A: I am a waitress. srsly.
2) Was this the job you were aiming for when you were in college?
D: Technically, [...]

Give and Take

As mentioned in a previous post, we have decided to organize a giveaway for you awesome readers!
For this week, the prize is none other than our very own DIY Maison Michel lace mickey ears, as featured in IFB’s blog.

To be eligible for this giveaway, it is as simple as posting us a question in our [...]

Sleep with a dreamer’s mind

Just showing off the second pair of ears that Arissa and I made. They were intended to look like bear ears, but we ended up with mickey due to a slight error. I think it’s adorable nevertheless!

Asymmetrical vest: Cotton On
Oversized tank: Urban Outfitters
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By the by, we are overjoyed to announce that Monoxious has been nominated [...]

Any queries?

Seeing that Monoxious is finally reaching our 5-month mark, Arissa and I both think it’s about time we introduce ourselves properly. Hence, we are setting up a questions and answers section, where you readers send in any of your questions and we will try our best to answer!
There is no scope to the questions you [...]