Sunday, August 21, 2016
Friday, August 19, 2016
SCHMILEY MO at KLFW 2016: It's A Wrap!
Dreams do come true, even when they are so random and wild. I've always thought about having a clothing line but never thought it was ever going to come true, moreover given the opportunity to make its debut in such a grand event abroad. And it did. Schmiley Mo is my tribute to girls out there who believe that fashion should be fun and easy but at the same time modest. Yes, the word "Mo" is actually derived from the word "modesty" because I believe in less-skin is more.
Anyway, my first experience backstage was pretty frightening hehe. I even asked the stage choreographer, "can I hug you?", to which she allowed me to hehehehehhe. But I am happyyyyy because I learned so much! My models were also very kind, so that was helpful. And hey, Tuti from Asia's Next Top Model walked for Schmiley Mo too! OMG! #fangirling
And tadaaaaaa! My first ever proper fashion show hahah! Full house, music was just perfect, balloons were all looking pretty. Yay! :)
Friends who came to support
This collection will be available for purchase inshaaAllah starting September. Stay tuned! :)
KLFW 2016 is only the beginning and I do hope to see a bright future for Schmiley Mo. Amin! :)
Wednesday, August 17, 2016
Press Preview for SCHMILEY MO
The day that got me really jittery in the morning was the press-preview day. Press preview is basically an early preview for the media where they get to see the clothes before everyone else and interview the designer directly. It got me so anxious that I spent around 20 minutes just taking pics of my balloons to calm myself down (balloons make me happy) and listened to Fathia Izzati's ukulele covers (her voice is soothing, FYI) while getting ready in my hotel room.
But it was all good! I love how diverse the questions were and some of them were really 'sharp', basically the type of questions that I rarely receive when interviewed by the media in Indonesia. But honestly, I like sharp and difficult questions. Hoping to read positive reviews by them! :)
But it was all good! I love how diverse the questions were and some of them were really 'sharp', basically the type of questions that I rarely receive when interviewed by the media in Indonesia. But honestly, I like sharp and difficult questions. Hoping to read positive reviews by them! :)
Tuesday, August 16, 2016
Hello, KL!
Arrived in KL to prepare for the big day of Schmiley Mo debuting in Kuala Lumpur Fashion Week 2016. Fitting session, press review, fashion show, bismillahirrahmanirrahim..:)
PS: I have the best team ever. Isn't it so thoughtful that they surprised me with these balloons inside my hotel room? Awwwwww!
PS: I have the best team ever. Isn't it so thoughtful that they surprised me with these balloons inside my hotel room? Awwwwww!
Monday, August 15, 2016
Saturday, August 13, 2016
Thursday, August 11, 2016
Please Welcome: SCHMILEY MO!
I've been thinking about this for the longest time and started to cook the idea starting last year, and finally, finally, finally, finally, next week I'll be launching my new clothing line next week in Kuala Lumpur Fashion Week 2016. OMG!!!
Yes, yes, the brand is called Schmiley Mo, which I'll be revealing soon what the two words actually mean heheh. In the mean time, please show your love and support by following its Instagram account @schmileymo.
God is kind if you work hard and try hard.
So I guess I have 3 babies now; Up, #88LoveLife, and Schmiley Mo. Bismillah! :)
Yes, yes, the brand is called Schmiley Mo, which I'll be revealing soon what the two words actually mean heheh. In the mean time, please show your love and support by following its Instagram account @schmileymo.
God is kind if you work hard and try hard.
So I guess I have 3 babies now; Up, #88LoveLife, and Schmiley Mo. Bismillah! :)
Wednesday, August 10, 2016
Monday, August 8, 2016
Sunday, August 7, 2016
Questions
Why does God decide things for us when we feel uncomfortable with His decisions?
Why do we have to suffer?
Why must we feel unbearable pain?
Is it to make us strong?
Is it to make us learn?
Is it to push ourselves so we try harder?
I wonder about these questions every day, although I do believe that however difficult, God knows what is best.
But is it wrong to question?
Because sometimes, we live not knowing the answers, and to live that way makes us feel incomplete, like something is always missing.
But is it wrong to not have the answers?
Because sometimes, mystery is good and certainty can be dangerous.
When we live seeking for answers, we take opportunities, we take risks, we take time to observe.
When we stop looking for answers, we stop living.
Which one do you prefer?
Why do we have to suffer?
Why must we feel unbearable pain?
Is it to make us strong?
Is it to make us learn?
Is it to push ourselves so we try harder?
I wonder about these questions every day, although I do believe that however difficult, God knows what is best.
But is it wrong to question?
Because sometimes, we live not knowing the answers, and to live that way makes us feel incomplete, like something is always missing.
But is it wrong to not have the answers?
Because sometimes, mystery is good and certainty can be dangerous.
When we live seeking for answers, we take opportunities, we take risks, we take time to observe.
When we stop looking for answers, we stop living.
Which one do you prefer?
Saturday, August 6, 2016
Friday, August 5, 2016
Tokyo & Their Way Of Life
So I just came back from Tokyoooooooo! Can't believe I have visited Tokyo twice already this year! This second trip was actually very impulsive and spontaneous. My friend, Dinda, has planned her trip to Tokyo since months ago and I just called her up one week before her departure and asked, "can I join you?"..:D So lucky that it only takes 4 days to settle the Japan visa. Ha! :)
While Dinda is actually on a 9-days trip to Tokyo (she's still in Tokyo as I am writing this post btw), I only joined her for the first 4 days. But let me tell you, I had a really really great time in such a short short time. We walked soooooo much, and I guess the walking was where we discovered so many things along the journey. I love Tokyo. It's like a good old plain vanilla, if it was a flavor. It's sweet and simple yet addictive. It's just in the right dose for a lot of things. Nothing is extravagant, it's just nice. It's sweet, vanilla sweet.
Things I learned from Tokyo:
Pay attention to the tiniest details
Because in Tokyo, details matter. Details are what makes a thing "a thing". The way you tie a ribbon, how you fold a paper, how you place spoons, how you stick a sign on the wall.
Live fast, walk fast, but enjoy life like it's on a slow motion
I notice that people walk very fast in Tokyo, like time is money kinda thing. But I see their faces, they look calm and peaceful. It's like they're just content with life. They love life.
Be courteous, be helpful
Not one Japanese I encountered in Tokyo was rude. Everyone was extremely nice and friendly, and for whatever question you have, they will always try to answer and help out.
Be tolerant
You're not allowed to be noisy on the subway, you must walk in certain lanes, handphones must be kept silent. It sounds like there are a lot of rules. but no, it's actually nice. These rules are made so people always feel comfortable and undisturbed in whichever space they are. Everyone gets the peace they deserve.
Live clean
Dustless and spotless, I guess Japanese are clean freaks. It's amazing how they keep walls and walkways and roads and everything public so clean. And guess what? You will find very few garbage cans on the streets of Tokyo because people are encouraged to bring home their own trash.
Be responsible
Having said the point above, bringing home your own trash kinda translates to "be responsible for your own trash". It makes you think of the things you want to bring or consume because you know you will have to take care of the aftermath yourself.
Be strong
Moms in Tokyo are amazing. They travel with their children by themselves without the help of a helper or nanny. I have witnessed so many mothers walking so far while carrying their baby or toddler on their chest and both hands are carrying huge shopping bags. I even saw a mom on the subway carrying two babies at once - one on her left and another on her right - and with all that, she is still carrying her purse and a shopping bag. So strong and inspiring!
Connect with nature
I guess, flowers and plants are a way of life in Tokyo. Every house, shop and building always has plants and flowers in front of their entrance doors and it's beautiful.
I love you, Tokyo. Will definitely visit you again soon.
While Dinda is actually on a 9-days trip to Tokyo (she's still in Tokyo as I am writing this post btw), I only joined her for the first 4 days. But let me tell you, I had a really really great time in such a short short time. We walked soooooo much, and I guess the walking was where we discovered so many things along the journey. I love Tokyo. It's like a good old plain vanilla, if it was a flavor. It's sweet and simple yet addictive. It's just in the right dose for a lot of things. Nothing is extravagant, it's just nice. It's sweet, vanilla sweet.
Things I learned from Tokyo:
Pay attention to the tiniest details
Because in Tokyo, details matter. Details are what makes a thing "a thing". The way you tie a ribbon, how you fold a paper, how you place spoons, how you stick a sign on the wall.
Live fast, walk fast, but enjoy life like it's on a slow motion
I notice that people walk very fast in Tokyo, like time is money kinda thing. But I see their faces, they look calm and peaceful. It's like they're just content with life. They love life.
Be courteous, be helpful
Not one Japanese I encountered in Tokyo was rude. Everyone was extremely nice and friendly, and for whatever question you have, they will always try to answer and help out.
Be tolerant
You're not allowed to be noisy on the subway, you must walk in certain lanes, handphones must be kept silent. It sounds like there are a lot of rules. but no, it's actually nice. These rules are made so people always feel comfortable and undisturbed in whichever space they are. Everyone gets the peace they deserve.
Live clean
Dustless and spotless, I guess Japanese are clean freaks. It's amazing how they keep walls and walkways and roads and everything public so clean. And guess what? You will find very few garbage cans on the streets of Tokyo because people are encouraged to bring home their own trash.
Be responsible
Having said the point above, bringing home your own trash kinda translates to "be responsible for your own trash". It makes you think of the things you want to bring or consume because you know you will have to take care of the aftermath yourself.
Be strong
Moms in Tokyo are amazing. They travel with their children by themselves without the help of a helper or nanny. I have witnessed so many mothers walking so far while carrying their baby or toddler on their chest and both hands are carrying huge shopping bags. I even saw a mom on the subway carrying two babies at once - one on her left and another on her right - and with all that, she is still carrying her purse and a shopping bag. So strong and inspiring!
Connect with nature
I guess, flowers and plants are a way of life in Tokyo. Every house, shop and building always has plants and flowers in front of their entrance doors and it's beautiful.
I love you, Tokyo. Will definitely visit you again soon.
Wednesday, August 3, 2016
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