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
Chanel Coco Handle in black caviar: a review
Chanel Coco Handle (medium) in black caviar: a review. This Chanel beauty is endlessly classy, idiot-proof, and seamlessly versatile. Read on to see what fits and check out my mod shots.
Hermes Picotin 22 @ Regent Singapore
Hermes Picotin 22 in Gold: brought her out for the day at Regent hotel, Singapore. For those new to Hermes, this could be a great entry level bag to be used for easy and casual days.
Hermes Constance 18 in Rose Confetti: a review
It’s pink, it’s cute, and it’s Hermes: behold the Constance 18 bag in Rose Confetti. Read on for mod shots and to see what fits in this pretty pink bag
LATEST STAYS / EATS
Astor Bar: live music and late night snacks at St. Regis
Once again, I’m back at St. Regis, and this time, it’s at Astor Bar. With soulful late night music played live, accompanied by savoury bar snacks, it was the perfect place to unwind and de-stress. Plus, get up to 50% off with American Express Love Dining.
Sky22 @ Courtyard by Marriott Singapore Novena
Sky22, located at Courtyard by Marriott Novena Singapore has gorgeous panoramic views all around. With the American Express Love Dining programme, get up to 50% off when ordering from the a la carte menu – which has a good selection of both local and international delights.
The Rose Veranda high tea @ Shangri-La Singapore
The Rose Veranda is one of the most popular spots for high tea in Singapore. The three-tiered set includes cute little sandwiches inspired by local flavours, elegant pastries in an assortment of flavours, and freshly baked scones that come with clotted cream, lemon curd and marmalade. 10/10 a total winner.
PROMOTIONS / GUIDES
Singapore GST increase: 7% to 8% impact on credit cards’ annual fee
Singapore GST increase: with effect from 1st Jan 2023, our Government Service Tax (GST) will hike from 7% to 8%. Here’s how the American Express credit cards’ annual fees will be affected by the change.
Amex Platinum Reserve: wef 1 Nov 2022, new card holders pay annual fee even with Amex Platinum Charge Card
Amex Platinum Reserve card: from 1 Nov 2022, new card applicants who also possess the Platinum Charge Card must pay the annual fee for the Platinum Reserve card. This only applies to NEW applicants. Thankfully, for existing card holders, the old policy remains: holders of the Platinum Charge card may still get the annual fee waived for the Platinum Reserve Card.
Shangri-la Jade: retain Circle’s elite Jade status with ONE stay, dining, or other qualifying experience
Shangri-La Circle elite Jade members have received an email from Shangri-La with an offer to easily retain their status for another year. Simply stay one qualifying night or enjoy one qualifying experience (e.g. dining, purchase from boutique) to enjoy Jade status for another year.
“The best things in life are free. The second best, are very expensive.” — Coco Chanel
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