Dive Watches?… With Formal Outfits?…

Blame it on the movie industry, but people are starting to accept wearing dive watches with business attire. Heck, even James Bond (the movie version, not the literary version) wears dive watches with his black tie ensemble. If he can Continue reading Dive Watches?… With Formal Outfits?…

My Journey As A Toastmaster In Kulim

Kulim Toastmasters Club Outing

I first learnt about Toastmasters Club when I was in primary school. Naturally, the curious me was filled with questions, such as how to become a member? What kind of activities do they undertake? How can it help develop my Continue reading My Journey As A Toastmaster In Kulim

Science Museum: My Japan Adventure Continues… (Part 3 Of 9)

Previously, I shared my expectations of Japan and the realities I experienced upon arriving there. After settling in for the night at the hotel, now was the time for us to begin our sightseeing! It was an exciting moment, especially Continue reading Science Museum: My Japan Adventure Continues… (Part 3 Of 9)

‘100 Patterns In 100 Days’: Rebecca’s Artistic Journey In Isolation

Malaysian artist Rebecca Duckett has been the focal point at Espoletta over the past months, and with good reason too! We introduced her hallmark artistic stylised depictions of nature in the first episode. Then we shared an insightful weekend art Continue reading ‘100 Patterns In 100 Days’: Rebecca’s Artistic Journey In Isolation

Tiger Rock: Rebecca Duckett’s Art Retreat

Previously, we introduced Rebecca Duckett, and how she alluded her career influences, accomplishments and future plans. And to follow up on that, today, we shall explore how she did all that, in an art retreat that she developed and mediates. Continue reading Tiger Rock: Rebecca Duckett’s Art Retreat

Rebecca Duckett Breathes Colours Into That Plain White T-Shirt

There was a time when plain white t-shirts were my choice of attire. I shied away from displays of conspicuous messages across the chest; why would I want anyone to ‘read’ me! Once, printed t-shirts were mundane reprints of typical Continue reading Rebecca Duckett Breathes Colours Into That Plain White T-Shirt

Blazer: Men’s Equivalent To Women’s Little Black Dress

The little black dress is an essential piece in every woman’s wardrobe. Layer it with a jacket and pumps, and you have a conservative, business appropriate attire. It’s suitable even for boardrooms and business meetings. Adorn it with jewellery and Continue reading Blazer: Men’s Equivalent To Women’s Little Black Dress

Foundation Wardrobe (Part 3 Of 3): Advance Level

Congratulations!… You’ve completed both your foundation wardrobe basics and intermediate levels. Complete this level, and you’ll graduate after this. But before you start strutting your stuff around, realise that you’ve only completed the foundation. Your sartorial journey is merely beginning. Continue reading Foundation Wardrobe (Part 3 Of 3): Advance Level

Foundation Wardrobe (Part 2 Of 3): Intermediate Level

Congratulations, you’ve amassed all the necessary pieces of garments for your basic level. And I’m assuming that you’ve also recovered financially from the major purchases of your basic level too. Now’s the time to up your game, and advance to Continue reading Foundation Wardrobe (Part 2 Of 3): Intermediate Level

Foundation Wardrobe (Part 1 Of 3): The Basics

You’ve probably read the series on Classic Menswear, and thought it’s financially impossible to build a foundation wardrobe like that. At least not all at one go. Even more so if you’re a fresh graduate, and still dependent on your Continue reading Foundation Wardrobe (Part 1 Of 3): The Basics