The word “Polo” has a few different meanings. For some, it is a game played by hunky men on horses chasing after a tiny ball with long-handled mallets. (Think Prince William!) For history buffs, “polo” would conjure images of Marco Polo and his famous adventures. For fashionistas, the mention of “polo” would have them swooning over gorgeous, comfortable polos by Ralph Lauren.

From top left, clockwise: White, Collection Pink, Gustavia Green and Black

One of my fav Ralph Lauren Polo is the Jaeden Gold Button Polo. I just love the gold buttons. So classy! Below is the description taken from their website.

Designed for a classic, feminine fit in sleek cotton jersey, a sporty iconic style receives a chic update with gleaming golden metal buttons for a glamorous touch.
• Ribbed polo collar. Five-button placket with “Lauren Ralph Lauren”-embossed golden logo buttons.
• Ribbed armbands, even-sewn hem.
• 100% cotton. Machine washable. Imported.

I could not have said it any better. Originally priced at USD 49.50, these pretty polos are now going for just USD34.99. That’s about 30% off. For all you polo fans out there, do pop by www.ralphlauren.com and get these in any of the 5 lovely colours. If you can’t decide, just get all five.

Prince William playing polo in a polo. *swoons* Sorry….I digressed. But he is nice to look at, no?

For those who are “lashes disadvantaged” like yours truly, mascaras are God-sent. I personally think that the mascara inventor should be a saint in his or her own right. We may not have naturally long lovely lashes but we can always get some help in the form of our very own magic wand – the mascara wand!

Now making all your beauty-full dreams come true, Sephora brings you their fabulous LashStash Mascara Deluxe Sampler ($104 Value) at only USD 39. This set has:
1. 0.16 oz Hourglass Superficial Lash
2. 0.09 oz Urban Decay Skyscraper Multi-Benefit Mascara
3. 0.13 oz Korres Abyssinia Oil Volumizing and Strengthening Mascara
4. 0.14 oz Benefit A Little Bit BADGal Lash Mascara
5. 0.2 oz Smashbox Lash DNA
6. 0.03 oz Laura Mercier Thickening and Building Mascara
7. 0.07 oz Fresh Supernova
8. 0.1 oz Sephora Lash Stretcher
9. 0.14 oz Tarte 4 Day Stay Lash Stain
10. 0.12 oz Cargo LashActivator

At just USD 39, you get 10 different mascaras from various brands to sample. That’s 10 magic wands for all you eyelash challenged people out there to thicken, lengthen, curl and strengthen. Go get a set now and tell me what your fav is.

We are at the dawn of another new year……the Chinese one that is. As such, we would like to take this opportunity to wish all of you a Happy Chinese New Year. May this coming Tiger year bring you and your families much peace, joy, happiness and prosperity. Not forgetting a whole lot more happy hours of shopping online.

From all of us at vsHub, GONG HEI FATT CHOY & Have a GRRRR8 Year!

P/S: The team at vsHub will be away celebrating the festivities and will only be back at work on 16 February. All angpows and mandarin oranges are welcome.:P

The Chinese New Year is about 3 weeks away and for some, the preparations have started even before the New Year’s champagne glasses were kept away. One of my fondest memories from my childhood is shopping for new clothes for the upcoming festivities. I remember my Grandma dragging my brother and me along the busy Bunga Raya street in Melaka going from one shop to another buying cloth and shoes. In those days, I was very fortunate that my Grandma would sew me new pyjamas and best of all, I got to “design” what I wanted for the year. I even got to choose the cloth and lace to match. And my pyjamas must have the mandatory pockets to keep my ang pow and my secret stash of sweets.

These days, my Chinese New Year shopping experience have somewhat evolved and taken a whole new direction. I went online and found a few great bargains to usher the Year of the Tiger.

Gap Favourite Ribbed Tank: Modern Red ( USD7.99) and Belle Pink (USD12.00)

As the weather during the festivities is normally sweltering hot, I think that Gap’s Favorite ribbed tank (from USD7.99 onwards) would be suitable. Pair it with your fav skinny jeans or nice long, flowy skirt and you are all set for your annual visit-every-relative-in-the-state ritual. Plus you have over 10 gorgeous colours to choose from. My recommendations are the modern red (very auspicious!) and belle pink.

Stash your ang pows in this funky baby from Nine West. I just love the safety pin adding a touch of punk to this slouchy roomy bag. At USD 141.75, Nine West Vintage America Punky Medium Hobo ships for FREE with Super Saver Shipping at Amazon.com.

What is Chinese New Year without new shoes? As this year’s Valentine’s Day falls on the 1st. day of the Year of the Tiger, get a red hot pair of Kenneth Cole New York Women’s Hey Stud Pump. At USD 65.98 (60% off the retail price), your stud will surely be growling with appreciation when you strut in sexily in these pumps.