Oh the sweetness!
During my recent trip to Singapore I did a lot of shopping… just for something I never usually do. Ha! Although shopping for me doesn’t always involve spending a truck load of cash, it is more about checking out cool things I love, things that inspire me and things that are just plain pretty, as in the case of this darling shop I came across. I stumbled upon Nana Reve De La in Far East Mall just by chance. In a sea of samey sameness it was a beacon that drew me in with it’s rose coloured song. My first thought was, ” I can’t believe my buddy Violet has just gone back to Australia! This is her Holy Grail!” So of course in order to share the joy of this super cute store I just had to take some pictures to share.
It was impossible to take two steps in there without emitting little squeals of “Oh look, it’s so cute!” etc.. etc.. The girls in attendance were so sweet. Given that taking photographs in shops in Singapore is generally a big no no, the ladies were very generous in allowing me to take these shots to share with you on the blog. There is all sorts of idea theft that goes on in Asia as the copyright laws are not as strong or enforced as they are here in Australia. So it is very important to people to try and protect their businesses, particularly when so much time and effort has gone into creating something so special.
The whole store had such a sweet girly vibe going on. The aesthetic sitting somewhere between Sweet Lolita and Hime Gyaru; but cleverly catering for anyone who’d like a little bit of sweetness for their day.
So much lace, chiffon and pastel colours it was like shopping inside a cupcake ! On first glance you may think that these styles are a bit too over the top and fussy for day to day wear; but think about it. In the harsh summer sun it makes sense to cover up with light breathable fabrics and a beautiful wide brimmed hat, and this was the perfect place to create a summer princess look. Personally, the outfits on the models above made me think of afternoon tea on the lawns Gatsby style…..
Luckily for Mr.SKM I am a little bigger than the average customer in this store, so it was more of a look and appreciate kind of visit. But there was no possible way I could leave empty handed; isn’t that why accessories where invented? ^-^
After having an indulgent wander through the store, the girls helped me find the perfect little cardigan for a summer’s afternoon. It is sweet, cool and has a suitable retro touch.
… and because I am a sucker for the fancy….
And yes, I had to create a suitable fancy picture post for a store like this.
Singapore.. fun times indeed!
I was...
OMG love the look of this shop
and there you go again teasing me with that handbag!! so cruel SKM lol
Didn’t see this shop when we went there – or maybe the new DSLR transform the shop into a great looking store in the pic? lol
But yeah, Lady Violet would love this shop if she was still in Singapore that day
If we had that kind of store here, I’d be dropping by every day! It’s the kind of store that I gather make you feel really good.
-meream
That is such an adorable little shop! I find it is the shops that you aren’t expecting to find that give the best treasures.
Cheers!
~Paige
I usually an rather neutral to cute, but that is too awesome!
DO WANT!!! Aww I can’t believe I missed that! We need to take another Princess Pretty Trip! I want to go back and check out all of the Lolita stores I missed out on too like Black Alice etc *sigh* next time… next time…
WOW!! Did you make it to the little Japan st while you were there? It is absolutely to die for, cuteness overload!
It does look a fun place to shop. Will have to make sure Violet gets back to Singapore next year, eh? *winks*
OMG I would go crazy in there, all thr frillyness would make me go crazy – in a good way!
XXASAB
the Shop is so over cute *.*
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GOOD lord! This shop is perfect beyond perfect. Every time, I visit my relatives in Shanghai, it takes me ages and ages to walk down the street because every single store has the cutest, most romantic, dreamiest clothes and I want everything. Your photos remind me of what a beautiful (and under appreciated) place Asia is for fashion & style.
Aaaaah! Incredible!
WHAT is that rose and pearl thing? It’s gorgeous! How do you wear it?
Ohhhh! That looks so lovely!
We live in a suburb of Dallas, Texas and I saw a cute Chinese girl dressed in a frilly pink dress, cute white heels and carrying a pink umbrella. She was wearing clothes just like these.
Where is this shop located? ;A;
Tish: Hi there.
It is in Far East Mall in Singapore. It isn’t huge, but it is so full of beautiful things you could spend at least an hour in there.
Ooh that is very similar to Jesus Diamante. http://www.jesusdiamante.com/
Alex: That is exactly what I thought too. I love J.D and even though I’ve only ever visited the online store, it makes me want to go and meet the staff their quite badly.
I used your picture (w/ credits) in one of my posts http://thislatebloomer.blogspot.com/2009/11/full-of-lace.html
I hope you don’t mind!
thank you
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well….i went to this shop last week and almost spend 1000 plus. But the clothes are soooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo cute~
Moriko: It is almost impossible not to, but you know that they are super cute, quite unique and really good quality, so it is really worth it.