I've moved on...
...to a different domain. Why, what were you thinking? The truth is, I just woke up one day and decided it's time for a change—a metamorphosis, if you will; or, in layman's terms, if Britney can shave her head, then maybe so can I? Nevertheless, it's been a rather handsome 10 years of talking to you, and thank you for putting up with all my moodswings and terrible dad jokes. Fear not! The hormonal imbalance and jokes are more terrible on CUBICLE, see you there.
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5th August 2011

Shirt, Shorts, Bag – Uniqlo, Shoes – Topshop, Watch – Casio, Bracelet (right arm) – both COS, Bracelets (left arm) – mix of DIY, Kellu Melu, H&M

World, meet my new bicycle, CW, or China Woman. The first day I rode it out some idiot in a run-down car drove up to me and yelled TAKE IT EASY CHINA WOMAN. Who, me? Since I’m not Chinese I assumed he knew something I didn’t know so I started calling my bike that. So World, my China Woman and I go fast & slow on the bus lane and sometimes through very narrow alleys. Man… had to go to Thesaurus.com to find child-friendly words for that dirty line, are you happy, parents? Too bad though, because I’m going to woo-hoo with my new favourite shoes tonight. (IT’S OK BECAUSE I’M MARRIED TO IT.)

Thank you Alice (of Alicepoint) for helping with the photos and the lovely brunch!
This is also the first instalment of Uniqlooks for August.

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  1. Maria Abajo
    August 5, 2011 at 10:24 pm

    Awesome! You look amazing…

    http://between-heels.blogspot.com/

  2. www.blahblahbecky.co.uk
    August 5, 2011 at 10:30 pm

    HEY CHINA WOMAN!

    I like your shoes :) (a lot)

    http://www.blahblahbecky.co.uk

  3. Julie Khuu
    August 5, 2011 at 10:48 pm

    Wow Shini, we rarely get to see you in something so blinged out and feminine…those pumps are so perfectly delicate, I love how you styled them with down home denim and shorts! Looks like the perfect day to go cruising around town!

    xo-Julie
    Peace. Love. LOL!

    Haute Khuuture Blog

  4. LH
    August 5, 2011 at 10:50 pm

    wooow, you can bike while wearing high heels? damn! I would never managed that, or maybe that is because i never wear heels. haha

  5. Kimmy
    August 5, 2011 at 11:02 pm

    greeeeat pictures! love them! :)

  6. virginia
    August 5, 2011 at 11:05 pm

    hehe you guys are matching! funny story, ugh people are kinda dumb.

  7. Yin Pang
    August 5, 2011 at 11:13 pm

    So amazing, you just never stop being awesome, do you?

    http://www.pangcakes.blogspot.com

  8. stephanie
    August 5, 2011 at 11:38 pm

    what a dummy of a man! but you did a nice job of handling that situation, and your bike + shoes are both beauties

  9. Flower Cake
    August 5, 2011 at 11:39 pm

    i love your bike and the basket and your fluffy yellow basket. and your shoes are so cute they look like cinderella glass slippers.

  10. Lindsay
    August 5, 2011 at 11:46 pm

    I love that you named your bike! Too bad it had to come from an ignorant person!

  11. Tokyobanhbao
    August 5, 2011 at 11:57 pm

    hey “china woman”! your heels are too cute! and it’s cool to see Alice on your blog . I wish I was in London!!

  12. sigh
    August 6, 2011 at 12:17 am

    Not all fat Caucasians are Americans! jesus.

  13. Shini
    August 6, 2011 at 12:45 am

    RIGHT?

  14. Jessie
    August 6, 2011 at 12:22 am

    looks super yum!! i love these photographs and i love when you post. always so refreshing.
    xx, http://wordbyjessie.com/

  15. Jackie
    August 6, 2011 at 12:25 am

    cute shoes!

    http://kimchicsisters.blogspot.com/2011/08/tied-together-with-bow.html

  16. Faith
    August 6, 2011 at 12:26 am

    I love the name and the story behind it. People yell all sorts of random gibberish to cyclists… frustrating and funny at the same time. Love the shoes!

    ~F

  17. amalie
    August 6, 2011 at 1:12 am

    gorgeous photos x

  18. Sarah
    August 6, 2011 at 1:28 am

    HAHA… Totally LMAO about China Woman. My bike’s name is Elvis. Perhaps they should meet! LOL.

    Cycling in heels… RESPECT.

    xx

  19. Lucy
    August 6, 2011 at 1:39 am

    AHAHAHAHAH oh gosh I love how you turn that nasty situation into a name for your bike. if that were to happen to me I think I would’ve cursed the face off of that idiot! even though I’m Chinese. for PC’s sake, I’m going to call you bike CW. ;D

    I LURVE YOUR SHOES. British high street stuff always seem so much more durable than American high street stuff. if you can even call Forever 21 high street………….

  20. Shini
    August 6, 2011 at 1:54 pm

    I’d say it’s the difference where they make the shoes – I noticed Asian made shoes are REALLY bad, thats why I never buy shoes from Korea…

  21. Julia
    August 6, 2011 at 1:48 am

    Lovely bike!

  22. Fashion tidbits
    August 6, 2011 at 1:55 am

    Can you one day take a picture of you wearing that yellow backpack on your back? I would like to see how it looks on you before actually having to enter a uniqlo to see for myself. Wow. Do i sound lazy or what? LOL

  23. Shini
    August 6, 2011 at 1:53 pm

    Sure thingggg, I wish they still sell this, I should’ve bought one in every colour, and they were only £9, GAR REGRETTING

  24. hija
    August 6, 2011 at 2:46 am

    adore your bike and love those shoes!!^^

  25. Stephanie Void
    August 6, 2011 at 3:05 am

    Love your sense of humor!
    Can you please please do a post about things you like to do while you are in England? I’m going there and a few months; I’m a longtime follower of your blog and I’d love to hear the things you like to do best in London!

    Thanks!

  26. Shini
    August 6, 2011 at 1:52 pm

    I’ll try to do one like that! xx

  27. Stephanie Void
    August 10, 2011 at 8:13 pm

    @Shini, I can’t wait! Thanks!

  28. B
    August 6, 2011 at 3:20 am

    Ah assuming that you’re chinese just because you’re asian..it happens so often!

  29. Aimy
    August 6, 2011 at 3:24 am

    Uh oh, you’re fueling my desire for a bicycle 0: Except I have no money and nowhere to ride to except the fridge..

  30. Shini
    August 6, 2011 at 1:52 pm

    HAHAHAH good one

  31. The Fancy Teacup
    August 6, 2011 at 3:59 am

    That is so amusing how the title of the bicycle came about. It’s a darling mode of transportation, and totally enthralled with your latest metallic bow-topped heels, too.

    ♥, Jamie
    http://www.TheFancyTeacup.com

  32. Valentine
    August 6, 2011 at 5:13 am

    Love the shoes – went online and purchased them … perfect travel hoes go with everything!!! Love!!!!

  33. anna
    August 6, 2011 at 5:37 am

    I’m obsessed with your heels. They look so pretty on the bike.

  34. Kiki
    August 6, 2011 at 6:56 am

    I really like the way you dress. Simple but cool.

    p.s. I want a bicycle!

    p.s. Hey China Woman, I am a real Chinese.

  35. Shini
    August 6, 2011 at 1:51 pm

    Are you talking to my lovely bicycle? She says hi too! :D

  36. Not A Paper Cup
    August 6, 2011 at 7:45 am

    …..awesome!! :)….that basket is the icing on the cake.

  37. Birgit
    August 6, 2011 at 8:56 am

    love the lipstick in the second photo. the whole photo looks so down-to-earth.
    the bike is awesome. ilike.

    http://romanticsthe.blogspot.com

  38. Vanessa
    August 6, 2011 at 10:38 am

    Your lovely new bike reminds me of how falling apart mine is! You look really cool here, love the simpleness of the shorts and shirt… I always wonder what the hell to wear in the summer. Inspiring :)

  39. val
    August 6, 2011 at 12:10 pm

    haha i love the name, obviously that guy was one step ahead of you, eh? love your bracelets too

  40. Tatiana
    August 6, 2011 at 1:43 pm

    I wish I could look so stunning on my bike! I just bought a helmet in which I look like an idiot but the guy in a bike shop told me it could save my life. So make sure you’re safe on your bike too.
    Anyway, how do you prevent your butt from hurting as hell? Do you have a special saddle?

  41. Shini
    August 6, 2011 at 1:51 pm

    Haha I’m sure you don’t look like an idiot, I look like one though, hence the absence of one…
    I tend to not wear one when I’m going short distances or when it’s way too hot… but yeah I really should be wearing one huh.
    I hear the saddle on my bike is made to be comfortable (I didn’t make the choice), but it’s slim and has a hole in the back. Contrary to popular belief, apparently slimmer seats are more comfortable for ride! (I always wanted a big cushioned one…)

  42. Sara Ottavia C.
    August 6, 2011 at 2:44 pm

    I love your elegant and classy look.
    Your blog is one of my fav at the moment.

    Sara Ottavia C.

  43. Fiona
    August 6, 2011 at 4:30 pm

    Won’t you be so lovely and introduce CW to us? its make/gears/etc :-D

    bike geek

  44. Shini
    August 6, 2011 at 4:33 pm

    Sure! It’s this one here, http://goo.gl/pyhQm the Ladies version

  45. Kit
    August 6, 2011 at 5:49 pm

    Hello! Finally you bought a bike from the Chinese Bike-away Shop! I’m on a hunt for foldable bike…..I REALLY WANT A SINCLAIR!!!!!

  46. style fare
    August 6, 2011 at 10:00 pm

    Hi Shini – I’m a longtime reader, 1st time commenter. Just wanted to let you know that this post, for some reason, is one of my favorites. The colors, vibe and of course, the shoes(!) and bike – just killer! Keep up the wonderful work and feel free to swing by my site sometime! :)

    /Hana in New York

  47. Little Red Book
    August 6, 2011 at 10:14 pm

    Love those silver shoes!!

    http://www.littleredbook-thatshaute.blogspot.com

  48. the style crusader
    August 6, 2011 at 10:37 pm

    Your new bike is gorgeous! I love it Shini! Also you look shemxy in those sorts and silver shoes! You are sooo addicted! Beautiful photos! Especially love the last one! xx

  49. anne
    August 7, 2011 at 12:37 am

    nice heels CW !

  50. Olive
    August 7, 2011 at 2:11 pm

    I love your Bag, i love your shoes! I love everything that you wore! :)

  51. renee
    August 7, 2011 at 6:32 pm

    oh god!! that ignorant idiot!! But got a name for your bike nontheless :D Love those silvery shoes of yours…so fitting for the bike somehow hehee…
    Go china woman!!

  52. Cat
    August 7, 2011 at 6:46 pm

    Hahaha I can’t believe that happened! So so funny.

    p.s. Your hair looks fantabulous

    -Cat

  53. Diana
    August 7, 2011 at 7:38 pm

    Because we East Asian women all look alike right?

    I love the outfit so much! I want shiny everyday heels like that.

  54. Ruth
    August 7, 2011 at 9:21 pm

    I’m impressed you managed to ride the bike in those shoes!!
    xx

    http://www.flossyblossom.blogspot.com

  55. Chuck
    August 7, 2011 at 9:55 pm

    Beautiful bike, beautiful shoes! Weird driver…

  56. northwest is best
    August 8, 2011 at 8:58 am

    Your bike is OM NOM NOM. Please don’t tell me you honestly cycle in those heels. They’re going to get covered in London road grime if you do, or fall off when you’re pushing off from the traffic lights. Because you don’t look like a red light jumper.

  57. riley
    August 8, 2011 at 2:48 pm

    you look lovely, as usual! i love that you keep your fashion blog very human and un-barbie like… thank you for this :)

    rileytea.tumblr.com

  58. Vanessa
    August 8, 2011 at 3:59 pm

    I feel your pain! (or annoyance, or confusion..whichever) I too am a be-cycled woman who often hears strange things yelled at me while out and about on my bike (which actually is yet to be named!) most common is ‘ni hao’ which is rather confusing as I don’t speak chinese and live in England, I fail to understand how people come to the decision of my ‘mother tongue’ with out even speaking to me…strange, not to mention rude!!! Maybe, ‘Ni hao’ is the name of my bike?!
    Love your blog, by the way, you have a great syle!

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  60. L
    August 8, 2011 at 6:38 pm

    i love how you take a rude comment and turn it into something funny and show us a really nice way to deal with and handle things. you yellow furry bag is amazing and so are you!

  61. frivolita
    August 8, 2011 at 9:01 pm

    I’m so in love with those shoes!!! You look lovely!!

    soyfrivolita.blogspot.com

  62. duckalicious
    August 9, 2011 at 3:33 pm

    “china woman” just killed me so thanks to that idiot for making me laugh!

  63. M
    August 9, 2011 at 8:39 pm

    Is it pathetic that I get all of your Sims jokes? I don’t care! You’re hilarious. Hope you and CW have a long and happy life together, riding all over London town. :)

  64. thefashionguitar
    August 12, 2011 at 10:02 am

    Love the denim shirt and the way you styled it

    XO Charlotte
    http://www.thefashionguitar.com

  65. intwoo
    August 13, 2011 at 1:31 pm

    very tasty! bike, shoes, bag, berries…

  66. Nara
    August 13, 2011 at 2:59 pm

    I love your bracelets! so cute.

  67. shanny
    August 15, 2011 at 1:50 pm

    LOL @ the china woman thing. Nice way to rise above no one will ever confused you and your bike. Hot shoes!

    Shanny

  68. ,,,alkai...
    August 16, 2011 at 10:01 am

    haha China Woman:P Stunning Bike! :D And Bon Apettite with Alice on brunch:P
    Lovely as always…I mean Your site:)

    Greets

    …alkai…

  69. Rach
    August 16, 2011 at 7:53 pm

    Hi shini! I really love the shoes and would like to get it. But need to enquire about it’s size. I’m a uk37. Is the fit just right?

    Thank you :)

  70. Shini
    August 16, 2011 at 9:30 pm

    I’m a 38.5 so I had to get a 39, it’s slightly loose, so if I were a true 39 then I believe it would’ve fit me perfectly! the sizing seems to be accurate!

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  73. Katarzyna D.
    August 23, 2011 at 10:10 pm

    Great photos! <3 love bike!

  74. luma
    September 10, 2011 at 5:21 am

    Wow the shoes are just amazing, give the whole look a great touch!!

    http://indecisionisadisease.blogspot.com/

  75. Romina C
    September 15, 2011 at 9:44 pm

    OMG the more a look at your pictures the more I like them! I’m following now.
    And very nice look, a bit casual but the heels is a plus.

    xxRomi
    http://blaststyle.blogspot.com

  76. Amy
    October 4, 2011 at 3:03 pm

    What make is your bike?

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    October 4, 2011 at 3:10 pm

    Ooh it’s a Women’s Globe Daily 1 I believe!

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    October 23, 2011 at 9:42 am

    i love that you take stupid insults like that with humor. and i like your china women, wish i had one, too. mine is an old dutch bitch. or do i mean maid? :-)

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