Going SHORT. LOVE your short hair!

As you know, I've welcomed 2014 with short hair. A bob, to be exact. And to think that I thought doing that was being adventurous... until I got it cropped again a few weeks back by talented Wei from Buoy Hairdressing, something so close to being a long pixie cut!

I was his model for his final hairdressing assessment, and he passed! Seriously, Wellingtonians, trust this man with your hair and try something new. Life's too short to have boring hair.

For the assessment, I was a cut and colour model. So the mini  makeover was red, assymetrical cropped hair, more angled towards the front and also a huge parting change. Heck, I love it so much. The first thing Doug said when he saw it was Jean Grey.... must be the red.

After washing the styling products off and just blow drying for 10 minutes, it looked like this!

Such a refreshing change! And since then, I've been styling it like this, pinning one side behind my ear.

 I like it like this! Stays put on windy days as well. I've tried curling it but didn't love it, so I styled my  hair like so for my final recital this year! A little bit of styling wax and some bobby pins were all I need, and 5 minutes. :)

I was so relieved to have finished 2nd year of uni. One year left! It's been a tough year, but it'll just get tougher from now and I've gotta soldier on. Plus, I've learnt so much... Don't think I'll ever get the chance to have this much change in my playing if I was still in KL.

I jumped on the bandwagon of making FB event pages out of our final recitals and I sort of regret it, at the same time I don't. It's so lovely having to see all the familiar faces supporting me as I supposedly do my thing on stage, even having someone from the NZSO come to listen to my performance, I was so honoured! 

But I was nearly a nervous wreck. I tried not giving a f*** when I screwed up but during the 30 minutes of playing, my brain just got lost somewhere for 1 second, and came back....I just carried on. Nonetheless, I am appreciative of all the support I got from all of you who came. Thanks guys :)

 Big thanks to Mr.Lee who fulfilled his boyfriend duties, recording my performance with a steady hand. They're on YouTube now.

 Oh! His hair was done by Wei too. <3 Thanks for making us look fabulous!

After the recital, Doug rewarded me with  one of the best lunches ever. We went to try out Big Bad Wolf on Blair St, and were far from being disappointed!!! The place was cosy and modern, menu not too big, pork everywhere and the prices were reasonable.

Big portions ahead!

Porchetta with gourmet potatoes.

Cajun BBQ Pork Ribs. 

HOW CAN YOU SAY NO TO PORK RIBS.

Pulled Pork Sandwich for $8.50. Nothing like I've ever had, and it's so cheap compared to the many sandwiches I've tried at several cafes here.

For 2 people who ate like dinasours, everything came up to $50 ish. 4 dishes, including drinks. I'll be coming back for you again, ribs. 

So hey, new hair, recital done, summer on the way and a long awaited road trip to the NZ Art and Tattoo Festival at New Plymouth come end of Nov. Looking forward!! Thankful for everything so far.

PS. Hope you had a good Halloween!
 I stayed home and gamed all night. Best Halloween ever.

photo by James Carroll FB Page
makeup by talent Kendra Herrick FB Page Website

xxx,

Ashley Mah

Carlsberg's CNY 2013 Promotion Launch

It was a hot and stuffy Wednesday evening, with slow traffic in Ampang, having an ice cold bottle of Carlsberg was just perfect at that moment!

I had gone to the Carlsberg Chinese New Year 2013 Promotion Launch with Tim Chew and Chelsea right after gym at Empire Shopping Gallery. The CNY national campaign was launched at the Nine Emperor Gods Temple. 

Inspired by the money tree plant which is said to bring good fortune to all who receive it, Calrsberg ushers in Lunar New Year with a unique 16 feet high 'Tree of Abundance' which symbolizes the brand's 2013 CNY theme 'May your prosperity reach new heights this Chinese New Year'.

Initially, I was surprised that the event would be held at a temple... just to arrive and be welcomed with festive Chinese decor, tents and lights which were located outside the temple. "Oh right..."

We had some Chinese snacks like "Ba Kua", crackers and roasted duck to go with our chilled Carlsberg. Mmm.

 

With MHB Nicole, Chelsea and Sarah 

YUM SENG!

 MHB Girls, with Andy Kho and Soren Ravn

 

The launch started with a Chinese Drum performance.

It was quite a pretty sight when fireworks were launched. 

 

Sarah, myself, Chelsea, Nicole and Valerie, posing with the money tree-inspired coinbox.

 Flying Lion!

  I was mesmerized by the awesome lion dance performance by the Kun Seng Keng Dragon Lion Dance Association. Their stilts were really high. Personally, lion dances are my favorite part of celebrating Chinese New Year. :)

Chelsea and I had a ball hijacking Tim's camera and camwhoring like camwhore queens. Tim's camera battery probably went down by one bar. Sorry, Tim! Hehe

 

James from Vision KL Magazine

 

Rachel and I

 

 

Took this shot with Tim's cam. 

The Carlsberg 'Tree of Abundance' will soon embark on  a road show across Peninsular Malaysia, launching its consumer promotion worth RM6.8 million in cash and other giveaways, to spread prosperity and positivity. This means consumers stand a chance to win prizes!

This road show will commence on January 11 till February 22,across Peninsular Malaysia. The road show, called the 'Golden Entourage' will feature a brightly lit Carlsberg truck, 8 Fook Gods and lion dance performance.

To participate, Carlsberg consumers will receive one crown cork per person which they will toss into a 'Wishing Fountain' at the bass of the Tree. A coin box will be released from the Tree trunk. In the coin box, there will be a CNY greeting message. 

And if you're lucky, you'd get a little extra sumthin'! *wink*

You could win any one of the following

1. CNY 1 - RM11,888 giant ang pow
2. CNY 2 -  RM 1,188 big ang pow
3. CNY 3 - Free big bottle of Carlsberg
4. CNY 4 - One deck of CNY themed playing cards available in two designs

 Visit the 'Tree of Abundance' at various locations and a county of giveaways awaits you! :)

For more information, please visit www.carlsberg.com.my.

Photo credits to Andy Kho.

 Follow me on twitter https://twitter.com/AshleyEv3 

and  Instagram http://instagram.com/ashleyev3/ for more updates and pictures!

xxx

 Ashley Mah

Hennessy Artistry 2012 @ KWC, Kuala Lumpur

Everybody ready for a party post?

 So, I had tons of fun at Hennessy Artistry at KWC two Saturdays ago. 

Held on the 8th of September, Hennessy Artistry has set the benchmark for the finale of 2012’s Global Art of Mixing Trilogy by pulling off yet another unmatched party experience for KL party-goers.

I really liked the venue of the party this round. There was ample party space and it definitely fitted the thousands that came to party rock that night! 

The Hennessy Mixing Zone definitely stood out as a true highlight in the black and red-hued venue, where party-goers are treated with signature Hennessy V.S.O.P. long drinks : Hennessy Apple, Hennessy Ginger, Hennessy Soda and Hennessy Berry. 

At 10.30pm, everyone's attention were captured by the sexy emcees of the night, Julie Woon and Nadia Heng, as the lights dimmed, next up on the decks were Mr. Nasty and GuruGuru. 

As party goers started pouring into the main party arena, energy levels began to surge in sync to the infectious beats channelled by electro and big room masterminds B.A.T.E. (Brains and the Eye).

Eva Simons' presence commanded the entire party zone as soon as she appeared on stage, blasting her vocals and debuting extremely danceable tracks, working the crowd to a crescendo. She also effortlessly made the crowd go even wilder with her renowned dance anthem, Take Over Control. It was awesome.

She was also so much taller than I expected her to be. Hehe.

The thousands of party people that night!

 It was HUGE!

 I was happily chilling at the O Zone (the zone upstairs) with some familiar faces and we definitely had a good time. :)

Myself and Jynn

Wilee, Ben Dan and myself

Beautiful Chelsea Chil and I.

We had a pre-party over at a friend's before arriving.. ssshh... #likeaboss

With MHB babes, Andy Kho & Tim Chew

We love Hennessy! <3

Me & Choulyin

That wrapped up my Saturday night!

And I have good news for you party animals and Hennessy fans!

If you missed this Hennessy Artistry party, look out for the next Hennessy Artistry : The Epic Finale of the Global Art of Mixing Trilogy, slated for 3 November 2012. The passes are invitation only. Hence, head on over to www.h-artistry.com.my to relive the Hennessy Artistry experience.. all over again. *wink*

"Do it all..... again." - Katy Perry (Last Friday Night)

xxx 

Ashley Mah