| Written by Matthew Lee,
on Friday, 7 August 2009
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Published in : Life, Style |
  Singaporeans love to shop, and our numerous online blog shops are a testament to that! With a growing number of budding local entrepreneurs jumping in on this lucrative business, we don’t have to venture into mall madness just to buy a shirt.
Instead of remaining coy about our newfound shopping heavens, we have decided to share these interesting (and good) shops with you. On top of the usual apparel shops that wil help to make you look good, we have included suggestions on where to go to feed yourself, play games and prepare to go back to school. So here goes.
Look good
Localbrand
www.localbrand.net
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Wacky prints and Asian culture inspired t-shirt designs make up the bulk of Localbrand’s collection. This unique t-shirt brand aims to stimulate discourse about issues with its intriguing shirt designs. The online store carries shirts for both sexes with prices ranging from $25-$35 per shirt.
MVS Closet
www.mvscloset.blogspot.com
TRENDY CLOTHING FOR THE FASHION CONSCIOUS FEMALE
Ladies! This one is for you. From off shoulder dresses to stylishly designed jackets, there is pretty much everything for the fashion conscious female. You can also look pretty without having to burn a hole in your pocket, with dresses for under $30 or jackets for under $35. To top it off, there is even a sales page for those hoping to grab an even bigger bargain.
Wangi Creation
www.wangicreation.com
AREN'T THEY CUTE?
Want a bag that you can truly call your very own? Well you can check out Wangi Creation, which sells one-of-a-kind hand painted tote bags. The bags are simple and casual and sure to make good companions for a weekend out at the movies or by the beach. Bags are priced at $49 each.
Knack For words
www.knackforwords.blogspot.com
STAY HIP AND STYLISH WITHOUT HAVING TO SPEND A FORTUNE
Guys who hate to jostle with the shopping crowd can still satisfy their shopping needs at this blog shop. This trendy online store sells everything from preppy shirts, shorts, vests to bags. You don’t have to break your bank to go on a shopping spree at the site. Most tops go for under $30 and bottoms for under $40.
Feed yourself
Lick the Frosting
lickthefrosting.wordpress.com
CHOCOLATE CUPCAKE WITH CREAM CHEESE
Sick and tired of the substandard muffins or cupcakes sold at local coffee chains? Lickthefrosting is here to rescue you! Catalogue includes sumptuous homemade treats like Nutella Swirl Cupcakes and Chocolate Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Icing. So there is really no need for you to buy dry and tasteless muffins sold at the café’s.
HungryGoWhere *Not a blog shop, but still good!
www.hungrygowhere.com/singapore/food_delivery
LOVE FOOD BUT TOO LAZY TO LEAVE THE HOUSE? HUNGRYGOWHERE IS HERE TO THE RESCUE!
Why opt for fast food meals when you can get proper food? HungryGoWhere caters to well-travelled foodies with a range of options from Asian to Middle Eastern fare. It even sorts out your options according to your budget. Order times vary.
Shivsagar Trading *Not a blog shop, but still good!
www.myonlinegroceries.com
NO MORE VISITS TO THE SUPERMARKET!
The fridge is nearly empty but you are lazy to leave for the supermarket. Fret not. Shivsagar is here to save all you couch potatoes. Shop from a full range of grocery items at this reasonably priced online grocery store. What’s more, you can get free delivery if you purchase more than $70 worth of products. Don’t expect to find any seafood or poultry here though.
Play games
Gameshop *Not a blog shop, but still good!
www.gameshop.com.sg
FIND ANYTHING TO DO WITH GAMES AT THIS GAMING HAVEN
Gaming addicts need not feel left out in the online shopping frenzy. Purchase almost any game for any platform (eg. Xbox, PS3, PC) at this mega online gaming store. Games are sent to you electronically within a matter of minutes. You can also purchase game top up cards (think Maple Story) or strategy guides at this cool online service.
Back to school
Brain Removal Incorporated
brainremoval.wordpress.com
YOU CAN NOW TURN HEADS IN CLASS WITH A NEW EYE CATCHING NOTEBOOK
Always wondered where your neighbour in class got that cool looking notebook? Look no further; you can get yourself eye catching notebooks at this blog shop. Equip yourself with one of these stylish jotter books.
Packeverything *Not a blog shop, but still good!
www.packeverything.com.sg
PACK ANYTHING! REALLY ANYTHING!
As its name suggests, you can literally pack anything with this reasonably priced packaging and delivery service. It works a little like shipping companies Fedex or DHL except that it costs a whole lot less. Something to consider if you have a lot of barang to bring back to campus but have no car.
With that, we have come to the end of our online shopping guide. These are but a few suggestions for you to check out. The real virtual world is massive. Rock on, local entrepreneurs! M
matthew[a]youth.sg
Matthew is mad about football, loves to shop and is always guilty of overeating
THIS ARTICLE IS PART OF Aug 3-Aug 9 :: The Local Issue
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