Showing posts with label Eelyn Kok. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Eelyn Kok. Show all posts

Friday, December 2, 2011

This charming life, 星洲之夜 xīng zhōu zhī yè, A Song To Remember

Today, Saturday, December 3, 2011, Style, T1 - 3
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By Zhang Weifang, zhangweifang@mediacorp.com.sg, 04:45 AM Dec 03, 2011



PHOTO: Revisiting the classics. 星洲之夜 xīng zhōu zhī yè, Eelyn kok, 郭惠雯 guō huì wén, goes back in time for some 1930s glamour.
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Actress Eelyn Kok channels old-world glamour for her latest role

IN AN age where the spians are normally primped for a modern-day role in the typical local household or stepping into the shoes of a criminal investigator in the police department, Eelyn Kok's role in A Song To Remember - Song Qiao Er - stands out.

After all, Kok plays the leading songstress in a dance troupe set in Singapore in the '30s, donning shimmering cheongsams and boasting a slew of sparkling jewels and gems in order to flaunt her status and seduce the big wigs to sustain her lifestyle.


PHOTO: Eelyn kok, 郭惠雯 guō huì wén, the leading songstress in a dance troupe set in Singapore in the '30s.
Dress (price unavailable), Miu Miu; necklace (S$1,090), Miu Miu; bow bracelet (S$770), Miu Miu; fascinator (S$95), Deja Vu Vintage; bag (S$69), Deja Vu; heels (price unavailable), Miu Miu.
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Throughout the four-month period of filming, Kok was decked out in a cheongsam almost daily. And while she said she liked the look, it's not something that you'll see her wear on "normal days". "It took me right back to the '30s and it helped me portray the character better. I think I might wear cheongsams during Chinese New Year but on normal days, it feels a bit tough to wear," said Kok.

But there's more to wearing a cheongsam than slipping into one. "When you wear a cheongsam, you have to do something to your hair, you have to pile on lots of accessories ... to make the look more complete," explained the 33-year-old actress. "If it's just a cheongsam, it's pretty dull because I once wore a short, modern-day cheongsam for Chinese New Year and I just felt that it didn't look that good without your hair done."



PHOTO: Eelyn kok, 郭惠雯 guō huì wén, might wear cheongsams during Chinese New Year.
Blouse (S$95), Dustbunny Vintage; earrings (S$290), Miu Miu; ring (S$39), Granny’s Day Out; clutch (S$45), Dustbunny Vintage.
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A Song To Remember marks Kok's third period drama serial (she was previously in Little Nyonya and Together). It's also a film to remember for Kok, who said she is "very happy with the outcome".

"It's quite a challenge to play someone in the '30s," she added.

After wrapping up the 30-parter, the affable actress has also felt the need to dress "more femininely". "While I was filming for this role, it made me feel rather feminine. The feeling is still there after we've wrapped the show.

Perhaps it's because of this role, I (still) feel the need to dress more (womanly)."


A Song To Remember marks Kok's third period drama serial (she was previously in Little Nyonya and Together).
PHOTO: A Song To Remember marks Kok's third period drama serial (she was previously in Little Nyonya and Together). It's also a film to remember for Kok, who said she is "very happy with the outcome".
Dress (S$149), Granny’s Day Out; fascinator (S$75), Dustbunny Vintage; necklace (S$65), Dustbunny intage; Pearl bracelet (S$30), Dustbunny Vintage; ring (S$39), Granny’s Day Out; bag (S$109), Dustbunny Vintage.
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So, will she ever emulate the styling of old-world glamour in A Song To Remember?

"Of course I would try but it's really not easy, I think. (Laughs) You have to pick the right pieces so that once you wear it, people won't go: 'Oh that makes you look very mature'. You have to see how to mix and match."


Eelyn kok, 郭惠雯 guō huì wén, the affable actress has also felt the need to dress
PHOTO: Eelyn kok, 郭惠雯 guō huì wén, the affable actress has also felt the need to dress "more femininely". "While I was filming for this role, it made me feel rather feminine. The feeling is still there after we've wrapped the show. Perhaps it's because of this role, I (still) feel the need to dress more (womanly)."
Cheongsam (S$1,880), Lai Chan; fascinator (S$65), Dustbunny Vintage; earrings (price unavailable), Prada; pearl bracelet (S$30), Dustbunny Vintage; pumps (S$1,070), Prada.
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Tell us more about your sense of style.
It's more comfortable and a bit girlish but I'm trying to become more feminine. Essentially, I always wear jeans and pants because it's more comfortable and you don't have to worry about exposing yourself. (Laughs) I'm trying to change to a different style which is more lady-like.

How has it evolved over the years?
I think for the most part of my years here, it has been the same. (Laughs) It's only recently that I tried to change a little because I got a bit bored of my own jeans-and-top style.



PHOTO: Flower Power. Beautiful songstress Eelyn Kok, 郭惠雯 guō huì wén, embraces the floral print look with a pastel colored qi pao and a simple necklace. One word - Elegant.
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What are some of your favourite colours?
Red, green, pink, black and white.

You had to wear a cheongsam almost daily for A Song To Remember. Was it tough getting used to it?
It wasn't tough at all, actually. But while we were filming, it was really, really hot. We had this set in old Tan Tock Seng hospital: it's old and dilapidated. Lots of dust there (and) we didn't have much fresh air or wind.



PHOTO: Joanne Peh, 白薇秀 bái wēi xiù, with a face like that can never look ugly! Wished she would try something more adventurous instead of sticking to such a basic and plain qi pao! Heed the advice and will look gorgeous in no time!
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What item in your wardrobe do you wear to death?
Can you see that this pair of jeans is well worn? (Laughs) I have a few pair of jeans mainly because they are easy to match. But then as I said, I'm pretty tired of wearing jeans all the time so I'm trying to look for other stuff.

What was your last purchase?
A white round-neck flare out top and a knitted blouse (I purchased online) a few days ago.



PHOTO: Julie’s transformation from an “ugly duckling” to a “swan”…Prefer the fresh faced Julie Tan, 陈欣淇 chén xīn qí, or the glammed up version?
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Julie Tan, 陈欣淇  chén xīn qí, the glammed up version.
PHOTO: Julie Tan, 陈欣淇 chén xīn qí, the glammed up version.
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And your priciest?
To date, a black Miu Miu bag I got in Singapore a few months ago. I went for a more classic look so that it will last for quite some time. It's quite a big one actually. I've got this thing for big bags.

Who are some fashion icons you admire?
Alexa Chung. I like her dress sense.

Do you shop a lot locally?
I used to shop in Singapore but a few years back, I started shopping in Taiwan. Later, someone introduced online shopping to me. (Laughs) Recently, I bought something from Victoria's Secret. It's not lingerie but more of the daily wear. Another place (I shop at) is Gmarket; for more casual stuff.



PHOTO: Julie Tan, 陈欣淇 chén xīn qí. At only 17 and already the prospective next generation of seven princesses.
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People have long said that Singaporeans dress too casually. What would you say to that?
When I was strolling along Orchard Road, I would feel that way too. But, because I came from NUS' Arts And Social Sciences (faculty), my opinion would differ a bit because the people in the arts faculty will normally dress up. So, I would think that Singaporeans can still dress up. Today, if you take a walk along Orchard, there are more people taking the effort to dress up.



PHOTO: A taste of old Shanghai for A Song To Remember!
Immersing herself into character, Eelyn Kok introduced herself as "Song Qiao Er" in a sophisticated demure manner and said, "Everyone in the song and dance troupe calls me 'jie' (older sister in Mandarin), that's because all of them rely on me to make a living."
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Now that filming has wrapped up, what are you currently up to these days?
I am doing rehearsals for a play - called Restore - in December. I've three rehearsals every Monday, Wednesday and Friday night and because the play is rather heavy and intense, I get very emotionally tired sometimes. After the play, I'm going for a short getaway to Bali. I really need to relax.
By Zhang Weifang, zhangweifang@mediacorp.com.sg, 04:45 AM Dec 03, 2011



PHOTO: A taste of old Shanghai for A Song To Remember!
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Catch A Song To Remember every Monday to Friday at 9pm on MediaCorp TV Ch 8.



PHOTO: The qi paos worn by Eelyn were made-to-measure for a perfect body fit. To maintain her body figure, Eelyn plans to cut down on "cheesecake and chocolate", her two favourite snacks.
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PHOTO: As a songstress who is adept in song and dance in the drama, Eelyn admitted that she's "not well-versed in dancing".
"Because my knees are a little problematic, I haven't been doing any stretching exercise such as yoga. There might be limitations but I'm looking forward to the dance classes. I hope that I'll be able to do a good job."
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  • Photography: Jason Ho
  • Illustration: Dawn Aik
  • Styling: Zhang Weifang
  • Hair: Desmond Yong, Passion Salon
  • Make-up: Zennie Casann (HP: 9139 0422)
  • Accessories: Stylist's own unless otherwise mentioned.


Joey Fung, 冯瑾瑜 féng jǐn yú, gamely took up the challenge to play the role of the lead songstress at the booth singing and swaying to the songs of the 40s.
PHOTO: Presenting a song to remember, 星洲之夜 Xīng zhōu zhī yè, at mediacorp festival.
Joey Fung, 冯瑾瑜 féng jǐn yú, gamely took up the challenge to play the role of the lead songstress at the booth singing and swaying to the songs of the 40s.
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向云蔡琦慧《大世界》性感争艳. 她沉溺于烟酒,等着旧情人回来。
PHOTO: 向云蔡琦慧《大世界》性感争艳. 她沉溺于烟酒,等着旧情人回来。
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Xiang Yun flaunts her good figure in her latest movie. The MediaCorp actress felt 'stressed' over her costumes in the movie.
PHOTO: Xiang Yun flaunts her good figure in her latest movie. The MediaCorp actress felt “stressed” over her costumes in the movie.
"Actually, I don't like dressing like this. I'm afraid I'd accidentally reveal myself, so it's very difficult to be in character. It's best if [the clothes] are a little more comfortable," Xiang Yun said.
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向云蔡琦慧《大世界》性感争艳. 向云的样子绝对不输年轻美眉哦。
PHOTO: 向云蔡琦慧《大世界》性感争艳. 向云的样子绝对不输年轻美眉哦。
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PHOTO: Julie Tan, 陈欣淇 chén xīn qí
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PHOTO: Eelyn kok, 郭惠雯 guō huì wén
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PHOTO: Xiao Man (小曼) – played by Shi Xin Hui (石欣卉, shí xīn huì)
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PHOTO: She Sao (蛇嫂) – played by Cynthia Koh (许美珍, xǔ měi zhēn)
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PHOTO: Song Qiao Er (宋巧儿) – acted by Eelyn Kok (郭蕙雯, guō huì wén)
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PHOTO: The star-studded cast include Qi Yu Wu, Joanne Peh, Evelyn Kok, Chen Han Wei, Desmond Tan, Julie Tan, Cynthia Koh, May Phua, Pan Ling Ling, Alan Tern, Priscelia Chan, Wang Yu Qing and Jin Yin Ji.
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Revisiting the classics. 星洲之夜 xīng zhōu zhī yè, Eelyn kok, 郭惠雯 guō huì wén, goes back in time for some 1930s glamour.
PHOTO: Revisiting the classics. 星洲之夜 xīng zhōu zhī yè, Eelyn kok, 郭惠雯 guō huì wén, goes back in time for some 1930s glamour.
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Eelyn kok, 郭惠雯 guō huì wén, the leading songstress in a dance troupe set in Singapore in the '30s
PHOTO: Eelyn kok, 郭惠雯 guō huì wén, the leading songstress in a dance troupe set in Singapore in the '30s.
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Reference

Thursday, April 21, 2011

郭蕙文 (guō huì wén) - Eelyn Kok (Star on the rise)

Today, Thursday April 21, 2011, Television, T2 to T4
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http://www.todayonline.com/Entertainment/Television/EDC110421-0000343/Star-on-the-rise (Text)
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Lynette Koh, lynettek@mediacorp.com.sg, 04:46 AM Apr 21, 2011



PHOTO: 郭蕙文 (guō huì wén) - Eelyn Kok - First-time Most-Popular artiste nominee Eelyn Kok models Star Awards red-carpet-worthy threads. Played in Precious Babes and My Buddy
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PHOTO: Lynette Koh
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PHOTO: Eelyn Kok
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PHOTO: First-time Most-Popular artiste nominee Eelyn Kok models Star Awards red-carpet-worthy threads
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Today, Thursday April 21, 2011, Television, T2 to T4



WHEN you have practically made your acting career from playing the villainous and venomous "other woman", endearing yourself to television audiences can be tough.

That could explain why it took Eelyn Kok six years after joining MediaCorp to receive her first Top 20 Most Popular Female Artiste nomination, even though she has previously been nominated for Best Actress and Best Supporting Actress.



PHOTO: 郭蕙文 (guō huì wén) - Eelyn Kok
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In the course of her career, Eelyn has played the jealous harpy in several Channel 8 serials, including The Little Nyonya, The Dream Catchers and Women Of Times.

Not that the 32-year-old actress is complaining, of course.



PHOTO: 郭蕙文 (guō huì wén) - Eelyn Kok - I like Fann’s style. She looks gorgeous no matter what she wears.
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Pointing out that she has been given more diverse roles over the past two years, Eelyn's only good-natured complaint about playing unpleasant characters is that it's "tiring because you have to keep quarrelling with others and getting worked up".

When she first learnt that she had been nominated as one of the Top 20 Most Popular Female Artistes at Sunday's Star Awards, Eelyn said she was "so happy that I was in a daze", seeing as she had come to accept being left out from the Most-Popular category as something "natural".



PHOTO: 郭蕙文 (guō huì wén) - Eelyn Kok - I like short skirts and dresses because I like the airy feeling between my legs ... when I wear trousers or jeans, it can get a bit warm, and I start perspiring.
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Today, Thursday April 21, 2011, Television, T2 to T4



"But," she added with a laugh, "I've calmed down now!"

Dressed simply in cuffed jeans, a T-shirt and sparkly ballet flats on the day of our shoot - a week before the first of the two Star Awards ceremonies - the actress was the picture of unassuming niceness.



PHOTO: 郭蕙文 (guō huì wén) - Eelyn Kok - Eelyn was as game to try the Star Awards-worthy looks
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Friendly and with a ready smile, Eelyn was as game to try the Star Awards-worthy looks selected for her as she was to answer all our questions, including queries about married life - she and her husband were one of the many couples who had a 10/10/10 wedding last October, with their garden wedding ceremony starting at 10.10am.

Her husband, who is the same age as her, used to work in the auditing industry, but is currently in events management.



PHOTO: 郭蕙文 (guō huì wén) - Eelyn Kok - Friendly and with a ready smile
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The only question she was somewhat coy to answer: What will she be wearing to the Star Awards?

Said Eelyn
, with a cryptic smile: "It'll be sparkly and attention-grabbing - and very short."


Here, the actress discusses Star Awards style and bathroom tussles with her other half.



PHOTO: 郭蕙文 (guō huì wén) - Eelyn Kok - "It'll be sparkly and attention-grabbing - and very short."
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Catch the live telecast of the Star Awards on 24 April at 7pm on MediaCorp TV Channel 8.



PHOTO: 郭蕙文 (guō huì wén) - Eelyn Kok - she and her husband were one of the many couples who had a 10/10/10 wedding last October, with their garden wedding ceremony starting at 10.10am.
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You've scored Best Supporting Actress nominations for your roles in Kinship and The Little Nyonya, and your performance in Together also earned you a Best Actress nod. When do you think your time will come for an actual win?

Eelyn Kok: Maybe in a few years? You can't always have something just because you're hoping for it. Sometimes it's a matter of being in the right place at the right time. There are so many scripts and roles, and some roles may be less interesting than others.



PHOTO: 郭蕙文 (guō huì wén) - Eelyn Kok - many scripts and roles, and some roles may be less interesting than others
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Do you think you were in the right place at the right time this year, seeing as you've scored your first Top 20 Most Popular Female Artistes nomination?

I've been thinking and thinking about it, but I seriously have no idea!



PHOTO: 郭蕙文 (guō huì wén) - Eelyn Kok - Best Supporting Actress nominations for roles in Kinship and The Little Nyonya, and performance in Together also earned her a Best Actress nod.
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Why do you think you've been cast as the shrew in so many drama serials?

In the past two years, I've been getting roles that are less like that, such as the characters I played in Precious Babes and My Buddy. Acting in Precious Babes was fun because I got to play a director, and it was fun (verbally sparring with) Qi Yuwu in the show. But yes, I have read comments on online forums such as, "Why does she always get this type of roles?" I don't know why I used to get those roles! (Laughs)



PHOTO: 郭蕙文 (guō huì wén) - Eelyn Kok - played in Precious Babes and My Buddy
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What else have you been busy with recently?

I'm about to finish a project called Bian Yuan Fu Zi (On The Fringe) Tomorrow's the last day of filming. Fann (Wong) and (Li) Nanxing will also be in it. There are several interconnected stories. Alan (Tern) and I play a husband and wife who always quarrel - basically, my character is a little over-suspicious and keeps thinking her husband is having an affair. I play a tai tai. She's got nothing to do at home so she starts imagining things.



PHOTO: 郭蕙文 (guō huì wén) - Eelyn Kok - about to finish a project called Bian Yuan Fu Zi (On The Fringe)
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Speaking of marriage, what has married life been like for you?

Being married is not quite what I expected - I'm still getting used to having less personal space. In the past, when I was living alone, I didn't have to fight for the toilet with someone else. I could spend the entire day just watching television programmes on my laptop. But now that there's someone else in my life, I have to make an effort to spend quality time with him. If not, we'd just be living separate lives, right?



PHOTO: 郭蕙文 (guō huì wén) - Eelyn Kok - getting used to having less personal space after marriage
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We read that your husband is going to call your Star Awards hotline number to vote for you…

That's because I threatened him! (Laughs) I haven't made a call to my own hotline number yet either.



PHOTO: 郭蕙文 (guō huì wén) - Eelyn Kok - marriage is having someone else in my life and have to make an effort to spend quality time with him
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What do you look out for when you're working with your stylist to put together an outfit for a big event like the Star Awards?

I like short skirts and dresses because I like the airy feeling between my legs. (Realising how that sounds, she starts laughing) No, no! I mean, when I wear trousers or jeans, it can get a bit warm, and I start perspiring. I like things that are simple but which have some unusual details, and I like fitted clothes.



PHOTO: 郭蕙文 (guō huì wén) - Eelyn Kok - likes short skirts and dresses because of the airy feeling between the legs
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Who among your colleagues has the best style?

I like Fann's style. She looks gorgeous no matter what she wears.



PHOTO: 郭蕙文 (guō huì wén) - Eelyn Kok - the actress is the picture of unassuming niceness
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Which award would you rather win: Best Actress or Top 10 Most Popular Female Artiste?

Both are very important. (Pauses) The best is if I could have both!
By Lynette Koh, lynettek@mediacorp.com.sg, 04:46 AM Apr 21, 2011




PHOTO: 郭蕙文 (guō huì wén) - Eelyn Kok - like things that are simple but which have some unusual details, like fitted clothes
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PHOTO: 郭蕙文 (guō huì wén) - Eelyn Kok - sometimes it's a matter of being in the right place at the right time
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PHOTO: 郭蕙文 (guō huì wén) - Eelyn Kok - wear trousers or jeans, will get a bit warm, and start perspiring
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PHOTO: 郭蕙文 (guō huì wén) - Eelyn Kok - she had been nominated as one of the Top 20 Most Popular Female Artistes at Sunday's Star Awards (24th April 2011)
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PHOTO: 郭蕙文 (guō huì wén) - Eelyn Kok - playing unpleasant characters is "tiring because you have to keep quarrelling with others and getting worked up"
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Stockist:
Christian Louboutin - #02-12C/D Takashimaya Shopping Centre
Diane von Furstenberg - #01-08A Ion Orchard
Dolce and Gabbana - #01-21 Ion Orchard
Gucci - #01-38/39 Paragon Shopping Centre
On Pedder - #02-12 P/Q Takashimaya Shopping Centre
Retail Therapy - #03-13 Wheelock Place
Yves Saint Laurent - #01-25 Ion Orchard


Credits:
Photos: Jason Ho
Styling: Lynette Koh
Make-up: Kenny Tan (9877 1376) using make-up by Bobbi Brown
Hair: Desmond/Passion Hair Salon



PHOTO: 郭蕙文 (guō huì wén) - Eelyn Kok - she and her husband were one of the many couples who had a 10/10/10 wedding last October, with their garden wedding ceremony starting at 10.10am.
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PHOTO: 郭蕙文 (guō huì wén) - Eelyn Kok - she and her husband were one of the many couples who had a 10/10/10 wedding last October, with their garden wedding ceremony starting at 10.10am.
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http://forums.hardwarezone.com.sg/showthread.php?p=48319534



PHOTO: 郭蕙文 (guō huì wén) - Eelyn Kok - she and her husband were one of the many couples who had a 10/10/10 wedding last October, with their garden wedding ceremony starting at 10.10am.
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http://forums.hardwarezone.com.sg/showthread.php?p=49626525



PHOTO: 郭蕙文 (guō huì wén) - Eelyn Kok - Both Best Actress and Top 10 Most Popular Female Artiste are very important. The best is able to have both!
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