The happy high life, by a happy high wife
A hotel-staying, fine-dining, and doing it at a discount-where-possible kind of blog. And I love bags, too.
Happy High Life
“Nothing is too beautiful, nothing is too expensive” — Ettore Bugatti
THE BAG LIFE
Hermes Kelly review: Holy Grail Bag in Gold colour
So thankful to be offered this Holy Grail Bag: the Hermes Kelly 28, retourne style. The Gold colour is the best kind of neutral – it goes with literally ANYTHING, and matches ANY Hermes (or non-Hermes) Twilly. Read more for mod shots and to see what fits in the bag!
Hermes Picotin 22 review
Touted as an entry-level hermes bag, the Picotin is a relaxed bag that’s great for casual outings. Love the Hermes gold colour – it’s a true classic. Read more to see what fits in the bag and check out my mod shots.
YSL mini camera bag: review of Saint Laurent’s lou mini
Saint Laurent YSL mini camera bag: also known as the lou mini bag, this crossbody fits the daily essentials. A beautiful nude beige with gold hardware, it’s just the right amount of glam enough, and still maintains a touch of classiness. Being neutral, it goes well with literally anything.
LATEST STAYS / EATS
Mandarin Oriental review: 14th wedding anniversary staycation in Sea View Room King
With the American Express platinum charge card, upon annual fee renewal, card members receive a one-night complimentary hotel stay at selected hotels. To celebrate our 14th wedding anniversary, my family and I had a lovely stay at Mandarin Oriental Singapore, in the Sea View King Room.
La Nonna: Italian eatery in Holland Village
La Nonna: this blogpost features home made Italian fare in the heart of Holland Village. Loved the authentic pastas, pizzas, and wholesome mains. With the American Express Love Dining programme, we managed to dine at 50% off.
Barossa Steak and Grill: a review
Barossa steak and grill: think charcoal-grilled meat, smoked to perfection in the best way possible. We loved the meats: tender, well-flavoured and juicy – definitely something for carnivore lovers. The husband and I dined with our small child and we got 50% off with Amex Love Dining.
PROMOTIONS / GUIDES
American Express Christmas Wonderland 2021 at Raffles City: complimentary gift wrapping, xmas spend and redeem, and claw machine prizes… where I won a Ruinart Rosé champagne!
American Express Christmas Wonderland at Raffles City: finally, the highly popular claw machine is here! Spend S$80 for 2 chances. Prizes include MR points, grab vouchers, wine, stationery, and more. We tried it and won champagne! Plus, enjoy complimentary gift wrapping, and get an S$50 eCapitaland voucher with and S$500 spend at Raffles City in a single receipt.
Christmas 2021 American Express promotions: Feast Takeaways
The Christmas 2021 American Express feast takeaway promotion list is here! Get amex discounts at Fairmont, Swissotel the Stamford, Fullerton Hotel, Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel, St. Regis Singapore, and Malt and Wine Asia!
Amex promotions: deals for November – December 2021
It’s shopping season as Christmas draws near! Here’s the latest list of Amex Promotions for November and December. Perks includes promotions at Microsoft, Onitsuka Tiger, Boost Juice, various Bubble Tea stores (gong cha, milksha, and more!), Helpling services, Stuff’d, Bath and Body works, and other places. Remember to save these offers to your American Express Card.
“The best things in life are free. The second best, are very expensive.” — Coco Chanel
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