Lately, I have been trying to cut down on my vices so that I could look more slender and sculpted for September's dance competitions. And when I say 'vices', I refer to pizza, french fries, cakes and all sorts of detrimental junk food. Yipe, I love to pig out that way but nothing tastes better than skinny feels.

I cannot say I have a svelte figure, neither do I have the rights to claim that I am a health nut. But I have a little more confidence in my body, and this statement dress came in the mail just at the right time. I had nothing but euphoria and excitement when I first laid my eyes on it, and I wore it that week itself! I felt like I was wearing a Mary Katrantzou piece - loud prints in the richest hues, like an icon of luxury. The elegant cut of this dress also makes it an expensive-looking option for that dinner date.

For the ladies who are less confident of donning body-hugging pieces, you would be glad to know that the lycra-like material actually makes it all too easy to strut out of the house without feeling fat - its soft fabric actually cinches your waist with a slight cut-in, and streamlines out to a straight cut to contour the bottom. It sits nicely at mid-thigh, so you do not have to worry about breaking your office's dress code.

And the best part about this dress? It won't cost you more than S$35. If you have always been hesitant about owning a statement dress like this, you can do so now without burning a hole in your pocket. Not kidding you at all - this is such a irresistible investment! Thank you, A Bella Chic, for sending over a piece so coveted and well-loved.

If you are also keen on crochet throw-overs, paisley kaftans and cherry prints cardigans, shop away at A Bella Chic because they live up to their motto - to bring to all fashionistas a haven of chic apparels at affordable prices. Okay, time to scroll through the pages of clothes again. I just saw something that I like (again)...


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Outfit: Summer Romance Bodycon Dress, A Bella Chic *sponsored* // Suede Heels, Jimmy Choo // Boy Chanel, Chanel // Ring, m)phosis // Charms Bracelet, Pandora // Macrame Bracelet, Pandora // Earrings, Chanel


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Photography: Brad Lau @ladyironchef