Colour codes
IT'S time to inject some colour into your wardrobe if all you have are monochromatic staples. One way to update your fashion palette is this plaid scoop-necked sundress which exudes a chic Fifties vibe, thanks to the tailored fit of the bodice and the full circle skirt. Not a fan of bold shades? Try this watercolour-print blouse instead.
The ruffle detail adds a flirty touch, while the cotton material is perfect for Singapore's weather. Available at all Liz Claiborne New York outlets including Ion Orchard (#B1-25) and Isetan Scotts Level 2.
Cafe de luxe
YOUR next brew could be brimming with technology. Housed in a luxurious silver case with an illuminated LCD display and soft-touch buttons, the Inventum HK20 Cafe Invento de Luxe is one nifty coffee maker that will sit well in your kitchen.
It promises less mess, easy usage and consistent taste - and you even have the choice of adding a layer of cream and digitally selecting the taste you want. The machine's removable 1.3 litre water tank holds enough for about 10 cups of coffee.
And the Inventum HK20 Cafe de Luxe is environmentally friendly too - an energy-saving feature automatically switches it off after about two hours. The Inventum HK20 Cafe Invento de Luxe is available at TANGS Home. And you can enjoy 10 per cent off the usual price of $430 - limited only to the first 30 readers to present this feature.
To sweeten the deal, all BT Weekend readers are entitled to a 20 per cent discount for Aerolatte milk frothers - or whisks - (usual price: $23.90 to $39.90) with every purchase of the Inventum HK20 Cafe coffee maker. TANGS Home is on Level 1 of TANGS Orchard.
Sole mates
DITCH the boring and bland and go quirky in these hand-painted shoes. Available at Left & Right at The Centrepoint, these sneakers make great gifts for the younger set. But strap them on anyway for a casual weekend outing and stand out from the crowd. Left & Right also stocks hand-painted bags, original embroidered footwear from Beijing and leather shoes from Korea. Left & Right is at #02-32A The Centrepoint. For enquiries, please call 6735-3359.
Seeing is believing
PEOPLE with sub-normal sight can find hope in IGARD's optical low-vision aids. These aids help partially sighted people use the vision they have, even when their eyes are given the most accurate conventional optical prescription in their spectacles. The optical aids are prescribed by IGARD senior consultant optometrists.
IGARD also specialises in opthalmic colour filters to reduce glare for light-sensitive patients such as those with albinism or glaucoma. In addition, it stocks protective custom-fitted eyewear - great for preventing occupational eye injuries. IGARD is located at Level 1 of International Building. Please call 6732-3233 or 6733-2123 to make an appointment or visit www.igard.com.sg for more information.
This article was first published in The Business Times
