DST 17th Annual Dinner!!!!!!!!! The theme this year is 'The Wild Wild West'.
Initially I wanted to have a red Indian costume when we found out that the theme was wild wild west. But later on, I was pulled to perform line dancing. So I changed my mind to wearing a cowboy outfit. I searched for designs online and came across one that I think would be flattering for me.
My boss recommended me to Vin-Nie which was situated in Batu Bersurat (near Elken). Alice (the lady boss) initially do not want to accept my order as she was quite a lot of orders for Hari Raya! Gosh!!!! I went there at the start of April le. Such good business eh. But luckily I told her that I just found out that I had to perform on stage and I need the costume and that she came highly recommended by my boss. Ahhh...the art of flattery will get anyone anywhere!
We discussed on what are the materials that was needed and how the costume should be made.She recommended that the material that I buy must be stretchy so that I would be more comfortable and she also recommend that the costume should be a dress with the corset outside. She even said she will help me to draw stars and such on the shawl-like thingey on the shoulders. I got all the necessary materials from Hokko. Hokko is amazing, the materials that you can find there are simply endless.
This is the end result!!!!!
I think it look gorgeous. I did not expect such likeness to the picture. Alice was amazing! When I was collecting the costume, Alice told me that when she put the costume at the window, there were a few walk in customers wanting to buy the costume! And there is no need for any alter. It fits perfectly albeit a bit loose, I think it was me losing a little weight :P
So the day arrives! I did not intend to buy any new boots to match the costume as its not everyday that you wear boots. But while I was shopping at Charles & Keith (my fav shoe shopping shop), I found the perfect pair of boots! And thats not the best news yet.....they are on offer 50%!. Hows that for a bargain? And its just casual enough for me to wear on normal days.
Aren't they gorgeous???? It cost only B$27.95 after discount. Well any excuse to get new shoes eh.
So on the day itself, I went off work early and went for my usual makeup and hair session before any function. I always look for Moreen at De'most salon (you can make your appointment at 2230778). Her shop is located at Kiulap, just above KFC. I have been going to her since my first annual dinner in DST, like 6 years ago. I will normally just tell her what is my baju like for the function and what function, she will create the magic on me.
I love the hair! It look WILD on me! The makeup that she did this time has more emphasis on making my nose sharper and contouring my face. I did not realise that my hair is so long!
Trying on my cowboy hat! But still haven change into my costume yet.
Ahhh, trying an artistic shot.
After changing into my costume. i love the lighting on my dresser. I love my sharp nose and big eyes. Only if I look like this without makeup.
Feeling nervous as we are waiting for us to begin with the performance. I hardly remember anything before the performance.
This was taken after the performance when we are all feeling 'high' on a job well done.
I had a blast that night! The EMCee was damn funny as well. The management also did a fine performance. All in all, it was a good night although I did not win any lucky draw.
So till next year YEEE HAAAA!
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