I’ve been rather confused about my hair lately. You see, it’s been a while since I sported the beanie-and-locks-look so I kinda miss it. A lot. And all of those braids on the runway don’t help my cause either. So at my last trim, I instructed my Toni & Guy hairdresser to keep the length but just thin it out. The result was great, until recently when the crop grew to be an annoying length. It wasn’t tie-up-able, and would get in the way of me examining my animal patients. So gritting my teeth, and being consoled by the fact that my hair grows ridiculously fast, I opted for the chop again. What do you think? Should I keep it short or let it lengthen?
Leonard St Dress / O Clock watch / Miu Miu shoes / Morissey Necklace / vintage Saba jacket (similar styles here) / Vintage hat (see similar one here) , bag & Jewellery
Lately it’s come to my attention that people can be really strict about their views on pregnancy (especially when the people in question are Asian aunties). I’ve heard comments such as “Oh my, you’re pregnant now, well wave goodbye to your figure, it’s all downhill from here…” “Have you started getting maternity clothes?” “You’re pregnant? Then why are you still wearing heels?” “Aww, there goes your travel plans for the next __ years…” Someone even told me that I should stop jogging now that I’m with child. I dutifully obeyed and stopped for 2 months. During which I overindulged in cakes. No surprises there.
But last week I had an epiphany. I’ve realised that being pregnant doesn’t mean you have to throw your hands up and admit defeat. Thank God, I’ve been so blessed to be completely spared of all symptoms of baby-growing: morning sickness, cravings, fatigue, mood swings, ‘preggy brains’ and the urge to stay at home in tracksuit pants. Oh wait, I may have succumbed to that last one… But really, I have no excuse to give up on my fitness, eating habits and appearance. So lately, I’ve started jogging again. Ok so far I’ve only done it once. But it was the best thing to do to regain my clarity and confidence.
And to conclude that once a lady is pregnant, there goes her style? Well we only need to google Miraslava Duma, Jessica Alba or Victoria Beckham for adequate visual rebuttal! As you know, my motto is that “Everyday is worth dressing up for.” Whether I’m pregnant or not. In fact, perhaps even more so now that my figure is undergoing radical changes that are not remotely within my control. Plus, this sweet Leonard St frock is the perfect accompaniment for an early bump.
So tell me lovelies, which pregnancy rules are worth breaking and which would you swear by?
[spoiler title=”中文版”]最近我不知道该怎样处理我的头发。其实我挺想念我的长发的。因此，在我上一次的修剪时，我指示我的理发师保留长度，只是修薄。结果不错，直到最近。它长到一个恼人的长度。长的不够扎起来，短的影响我检查动物病人。最后，上星期，我咬紧牙齿，我终于又都剪掉了。你觉得呢？我应该保持短发还是让它长长？
最近我注意到一件事，很多人对孕妇有许多限制（特别是亚洲的阿姨们）。他们发表很多意见，如 “噢你现在怀孕了，告别你的身材吧！”“你开始买生育的衣服了吗？” “你怀孕了？那你为什么还穿着高跟鞋呢？” “以后你就不能去旅行了！”甚至有人告诉我，我应该停止跑步。我尽职尽责地服从了，停了2个月没去跑步。在这期间我倒吃了蛋糕。 ：）
但上周，我终于有个顿悟。我意识到，怀孕并不意味着你必须投向。感谢上帝，我十分梦福，没有经历任何怀孕的症状：孕吐，烟瘾，疲劳，情绪波动，“怀孕健忘大脑”，或懒在家里穿着动运裤。哦，等一下，那最后一个我可能有患……不过说真的，因为我没有症状，我没有任何借口放弃我的健身，饮食习惯和时尚感。最近，我又开始慢跑了，它帮助使我舒心并让我头脑更清醒。
有些人做结论说一旦一个女人怀孕，她的风格就完全不见了。那我们只需要在网上查Miraslava Duma, Jessica Alba 或 Victoria Beckham就会找到足够的视觉反驳！正如你所知道的，我的座右铭是：“每一天都值得打扮。”无论你怀孕与否。其实，孕妇更需要打扮，因为我们的身体正在发生无法控制的改变。因此，这条可爱的Leonard St 裙子与我早期的凸是个完美的搭配。
告诉我，宝贝们，你认为哪些怀孕规则因该遵守，哪些值得打破？[/spoiler]
rules are meant to be broken! i guess as long as you feel healthy and happy, do anything you want.. the only thing would be stay away from too much sugar.. =D xoxo
indeed Teresa- lol I can’t say that I haven’t been indulging in sugar though ;D It’s literally my fuel :D
Completely agree Cecylia! Pregnancy is a physiological condition, not an illness!
Completely agree Cecylia!!
Your hair is so nice, this length is lovely on you :)
Such a cute printed dress! I really like your clutch too :)
I totally agree with you. I haven’t had the opportunity (yet) but when the time comes, I plan to break all of the rules…every single last one of them. (^_^)
yeah! Another brave lady :D Can’t wait for your time to come!
Hi CC,
It is great to hear that you are going to a mother in few months time. To me, the whole pregnancy was a great experience. I didn’t follow the rules that most people advised. It is your lifestyle, your body, your baby, do whatever you are comfortable with. Be happy is the most important thing, and accept the reality that you are pregnant. Look forward to see some photos of your stylish maternity clothes. And you can dress up a real model in future too. Isn’t it cute and excited? God is amazing, enrich your life and colour it too!
Oh, forgot to suggest that keep long hair. I found it is much easier when breastfeed, and take less time to style it.
hm? long or short? xx
Wow, i love this blog. I really enjoyed reading your article and the fashion is great. I love the dress and the hair.Perfect!
thanks lovely! My hair is very low maintenance, I rely heavily on a good haircut :)