Being busty is both a blessing and a curse. There are days when I love my boobs because they make me look bomb AF in bodycon dresses.

But there are also days where I wish they were smaller because they’ve split the side of my shirt again. If you’re also a little heavy on the top, you probably can relate to these big boob problems.

1. You know they attract attention

Hello guys and girls, our eyes are up here. FYI, we know what you’re looking at, we just choose to ignore it because we’re nice.

2. You hear “Real or fake one sia?!” a lot

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3. Your clothes automatically become sexy and sometimes offend aunties on the MRT

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You could be wearing the exact same shirt as someone else and your dressing would be considered inappropriate. Take buttoned shirts for example.

There’s always that one button at the chest area which goes “Open sesame” and causes you to zhao-geng like crazy when you stretch.

4. You can’t workout without sports bras

Spontaneously joining sports events at ECP is out of the question. You can’t run or exercise without feeling self-conscious and when you do, you need at least two sports bras for that extra support.

Not to mention, changing out of them immediately after your workout is necessary because they’re actually kinda suffocating you.

5. Your best friend and worst enemy will always be underwires

Underwiring in bras provide all the support you need but can stab you till you bleed. It’s a love-hate relationship you can’t afford to live without.

6. You get back and shoulder pains

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Why go to the gym when it’s back and shoulders day all day, every day. Not to mention, the strap marks and stretch marks hurt like a b*tch.

7. Your cleavage is your personalised storage

You can tuck your cash and cards into the most accessible, safest place ever: your bra. Perfect for a night out at Zouk.

Also, you can store snacks on-the-go because food falls in there most of the time anyway.

*Checks to see no one is looking*

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*Retrieves Salted Egg Yolk Chip*

8. You struggle to cross your arms

There is just no right way.

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9. You can’t sleep face down

While some might think it’s comfortable and squishy to sleep face down, in reality, it hurts. Imagine sleeping with two huge watermelons pressing against your chest. (Not all boobs are soft, sorz guys.)

10. You have nowhere to buy bras

The average cup size of a Singaporean woman is about A to C. So it is no wonder curvy women rarely find stores which carry our size. Even Taobao usually carry sizes ranging from A to B.

If we do find a well-fitted piece, it’s always expensive AF. I get envious when I see my friends shopping at Far East Plaza and buying bikinis for half the price of what I pay for one.

Don’t even get me started on how hard it is to buy sports bras.

11. Your sling-bags and seat belts = floss for your boobs

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Super awkward, especially when you’re riding shotgun in a Taxi/Grab. You also need to worry about them boobs going mad when the car drives over a hump.

12. You don’t understand push up bras in your cup size

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7 Singaporean Girls Share Their Plastic Surgery Experiences

13. Your reach is limited

You think you can grab the utensils across the table while sitting comfortably in your chair but, nope. Guess who’s doing the Stand-and-Reach.

Shaving your legs is also a struggle. If struggling to breathe while bent over isn’t hard enough, you now have shaving cream all over your chest.

14. You can never wear strapless clothing

Most people underestimate the power of bra straps. Strapless bras can’t keep the sisters together as they often drop and lowkey become belts.

15. You need everything oversized

The rest of you is a size M but you’re gonna need to get a shirt in L or XL ‘cause boobs. Thank God oversized clothing is on trend now.

16. Your boobs always get hit by accident

Fun fact: A friend once kicked off my boobs unintentionally while swimming. Ouch.

17. You can’t wear high-collars cause they give you a uni-boob

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18. You get underboob sweat a lot

Everyone gets it, even people who have regular sized boobs. But for us, it’s so much worse in Singapore’s humid weather. A moment of silence for all the soaked shirts and tank tops.

19. You can’t wear long necklaces

They always annoy you by either falling in and getting uncomfortably stuck between your cleavage or repeatedly bounce off your twin peaks when you walk.

20. You use them as furniture

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Sometimes in bed, you use them as a table for your laptop. Other times, you use your boobs as stoppers and prevent things from rolling off tables.

21. You have to hug people sideways

Side hugs are better because when you hug someone your boobs either end up awkwardly squished or all up in the person’s face. God forbid you hug someone taller who’s equally busty. #boobfest

22. You get the quadruple boob syndrome

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23. You worry about your boobs swelling when you have children

‘Cause how much bigger are they gonna get?! Yikes.

24.  You have an irrational fear of premature boob sagging

That satisfying feeling of finally taking off the boob cage after a long day at the office, only to sink into a state of mild panic as you stare at yourself in the mirror wondering if they look any lower than yesterday.

25. You get asked if you’ll get breast reduction

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Just, no.

Love Your Curves

At the end of the day, we all have different body types and compositions so embrace the big boobs you’ve been given!

This article was first published on 15 January 2018 and last updated on 26 January 2024.

Also read:

How Being Flat-Chested Made This 30-Year-Old Singaporean Woman Love Her Body Even More

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In Singapore, I’ve noticed that guys tend to be a little shy when it comes to dating and asking for a girl’s number. Sometimes, it’s because they’re too paiseh, other times it’s because they’re afraid of getting rejected.

But a quick chat with my guy friends revealed the main reason why they let the pretty girl they’ve spotted walk away is because they’re unsure of how to get her number.

To help a brother out, I’ve asked these 7 Singaporean girls what would make them want to give a guy their number, and how guys can increase their chances of scoring a first date.

1. Just ask for a simple favour

I’d usually give my number to guys who make me feel like we could be friends. If he starts the conversation with a “Hey, I think you’re cute”, I’d become more wary of his intentions, and assume he only likes me for how I look.

What guys can do is ask for a simple favour instead. For example, if I’m in the supermarket, walk up and politely ask, “Hey, may I know which aisle you got that item from? I can’t seem to find it.”

If I show him the way, it’ll give us a few seconds of comfortable silence, and sets up a less intimidating scenario. Also, I’d feel positive about helping him, which might affect my feelings towards him.

From there, he could ask me for my name, after he thanks me for showing him where to get the item, and whether I live in the same neighbourhood. If he seems respectful, I’d give him my number, as I’d trust him not to spam call me.

Note: Asking “Do you live around here?” is less creepy than asking “Where do you stay?”
Chev, 25

2. Don’t come off as an F-boy

He has to strike up a conversation in a non-creepy way, like asking how to get to somewhere or what time it is. The best thing he can do is to not come off as an F-boy.

If he shows that he genuinely wants to get to know me, and engages me in a good conversation, I’d definitely be more inclined to give him my number when he asks for it.
Klaire, 20

3. Be polite and a little shy

Once, I was waiting for my Grab outside a restaurant, and three guys came around the corner, commenting on how good the place looked.

One of them made eye contact with me, so I replied I just had dinner there and the food was quite good. They struck up a brief conversation before leaving.

Less than a minute later, two of them came back and told me they were helping their friend (the one who made eye contact) ask for my number.

At that point, I noticed said guy hiding behind a nearby pillar, so I smiled at him. He walked over and shook my hand before asking me for my number.

I ended up giving him my number because I felt he was polite, and the fact that he was shy showed he didn’t just willy-nilly ask for a girl’s number. Until today, we’re still texting, and it’s going great.
Lyn, 24

4. Have a sense of humor

Depends on how I’m asked. Most of the guys I message are from dating apps, and we usually make a bit of conversation before they’d ask, “Hey, wanna move this convo to Telegram or Whatsapp?”

I’d then decide whether or not to give them my number by scrolling through our message history. If we have common interests, a shared sense of humor and chemistry, I’d give him eight correct digits!
Gwen, 24

Also read:

9 Girls In Singapore Share Relationship Cheating Stories And How They Found Out

5. Be a friend first 

To me, I’m all about making friends, so I don’t mind giving out my number. The person who asked could be a fun hangout buddy or a potential boyfriend.

Getting to know someone as a friend first is really important as you can’t build a relationship with just physical attraction.

He should make me feel like he cares about my person, and actively finds common topics or interests.

If he’s good-looking but has a bad attitude, is narcissistic or stuck up then nahh. Pass.
Joanne, 22

6. Pay attention to the initial texting phase

I find intelligence super sexy. As I meet most of the dates through Tinder, the initial texting phase is super important. It’s through his words that I gauge how intelligent my prospective date is.

If he can demonstrate wit and humour through text, it’s a good indicator he can hold a conversation and we have chemistry. It also helps if he knows his memes.

Replying messages within 12 hours, having good grammar, and not making racist/homophobic/sexist jokes should be a given too (and if you think it’s okay to do so, please check yourself).
Shanice, 24

7. Be straightforward 

Most guys beat around the bush before asking for a girl’s number. While I get they’re nervous, it’s unnecessary and awkward.

If they’re straightforward and say they want my number because they’re interested in taking me out, I’d appreciate their honesty and be more likely to say yes.

Bring it up casually in conversation. If we’re talking about similar interests or an upcoming movie we’d both like to watch, say something like, “If you don’t mind, let’s go watch that movie together”.

I know it’s not easy and I applaud the bravery of guys who make the first move and ask girls out.
Clover, 25

Just Ask For Her Number

There’s a saying, “Sometimes all you need is twenty seconds of insane courage.” The next time you see a girl you’d like to know better, take a deep breath and keep these tips in mind before asking for her number.

After all, if you never try, you’ll never know.

This article was first published on 26 January 2018 and last updated on 17 December 2023. 

Also read:

11 Married Singaporean Women Share How They Knew He’s “The One”

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So you’ve finally found The One and you’re ready to put a ring on her finger. After planning what to say and where to propose, the only thing missing is the right ring.

But not any ring will do. This is a piece of jewellery she’s going to wear for a while, and you want it to be representative of your one-of-a-kind love for her.

Instead of picking a glittering band off the display rack, opt for a fully customisable ring made to your future wifey’s liking at one of these jewellery stores in Singapore.

1. The Canary Diamond

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At The Canary Diamond, each piece of jewellery is fully customised. After a discussion about your fiancée’s personality and preferences, ring sketches will be presented to you so you can control the production from start to finish.

Address: 402 Orchard Road, Delfi Orchard, #01-12, S(238876)
Opening hours: 10.00am to 6.00pm, closed on Sundays
Telephone: 6736 3383
Email: delfi@TheCanaryDiamond.com
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2. Michael Trio

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Having over 40 years of experience in the jewellery industry, Michael Trio‘s customised jewellery is created by a team of designers after a full consultation with couples. Alternatively, you can do your own research using the filters on the store’s website. Free gift packaging, free delivery, and free ring sizing services are provided.

Address: 91 Tanjong Pagar Road, S(088512)
Opening hours: 12.00pm to 8.30pm
Make an appointment here
Telephone: 6299 0110
Email: service@michaeltrio.com
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3. Orro

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With reference photos or sketches, the skilled craftsmen at Orro will work to turn your design to reality, creating a ring which best captures her unique personality. Each purchase comes with a lifetime warranty.

Address: Find your nearest outlet here
Opening hours: Varies according to outlet
Customise your ring here
Email: cs@orro.com
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4. Blue Nile

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With convenient shipping and return policies, Blue Nile is one of the largest e-commerce retailers for wedding bands. Referring to their ring and diamond guide, learn more about what rings before building your own from scratch. Note: each order also comes with free shipping.

Customise your ring here
Email: service@bluenile.com
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5. Zoara

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From the setting of the ring to the cut and type of diamond, pick from Zoara‘s wide variety. Their diamond carat weight guide offers insight to diamond selections and how to read a diamond grading report. Polishing and cleaning of gemstones and jewellery, gemstone repair, rhodium recoating and prong tightening are free.

Customise your ring here
Email: support@zoara.com
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The Start Of Your Happily Ever After

Now all you gotta do is keep the ring in your pocket, and wait for the right moment to go down on one knee. As Queen Bey once said, if you like it, you should put a ring on it!

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Figuring out what to get your other half for Valentine’s Day can be as nerve-wracking as picking a flavour from Koi or Gongcha. We’ve been there, done that.

And even though wallets and watches seem like a great idea, you might wish to turn it up this year and make Valentine’s Day extra memorable with these so-Singaporean gifts.

1. ‘Yum Seng’ Bottle Opener

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A bottle opener would come in handy when your boyfriend is popping bottles with his bros. And wait, is that a Yum Seng we see? Cute. Like his girlfriend who bought it.

2. Dumbbells with Tiger beer

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For the boyfriend with too much testosterone, take it further with his next love—beer. For added extraness, add Tiger beer inside to channel the true Singaporean spirit.

3. Void Deck Chess Ashtray

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If he loves to chill at HDB blocks, bring the void deck to him. He can snub out his cigarettes without leaving the comfort of his own home.

4. Singlish Keychains

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Gently remind him of all those times he wore a torn shirt out to Orchard road with these “Sibei Jialat” or “Buay Tahan” keychains to ensure he’ll never do that again.

5. ‘I Am Lao Da (boss)’ Cufflinks

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Let him show his friends that he’s the Lao Da (big boss) and put these cuffs to good use for a quirky twist on his smart-casual blazer. Boost his ego with a gift? We say, why not?

6. Knock First Leh door hanger

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For when he’s immersed in the world of Dota, or when other things are happening behind closed doors *wink wink*.

7. Chinese Composition Socks

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#Throwback to his primary school days and let nostalgia hit him with these socks. All for the love of Xiao Ming and Xiao Li!

8. Portable projector

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Why lepak at one corner when you can lepak everywhere? On date nights, you guys can stick to the old Netflix and chill… anywhere.

9. So-Singaporean MRT puns tote bags

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Because if you don’t get puns, Eunos nothing.

10. ‘Turn down for Huat’ T-shirt

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With Chinese New Year coming up right after Valentine’s Day, this shirt is the ideal gift for extra huat-ness.

Gifts For Him

Regardless of what you decide to get him this Valentine’s Day, it’s the thought that counts. After all, home is where the heart is.

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Though there are millions of makeup tutorials on Youtube, replicating the glittery-eyed makeup look in one try can be difficult if you’re not a pro.

While most of us have no trouble nailing everyday looks, special occasions such as prom nights and graduation often require us to zhng your face.

To save you the stress of trying to get flawless makeup on your big day, here are 10 affordable makeup artists in Singapore who can glam you right up!

Note: Prices listed are for one session excluding touch up.

1. Candy T Makeup

Price: (Makeup Director) S$380/pax, $560/2 pax | (Senior Makeup Artist) S$220/pax, S$360/2 pax
Each session includes: Makeup, Hairstyling, Ampoule, Faux eyelashes, Eyebrow trimming
Other services: Bridal Makeup, Photoshoot Makeup

Contact: Book your appointment by emailing hello@candytiong.com or by calling 8727 7785
Platforms: Instagram, Website

2. Alycia Tan Makeup

Price: S$250/pax
Each session includes: Makeup, Hairstyling
Other services: Bridal Makeup

Contact: Book your appointment by emailing info@alyciatanmakeup.com.sg or by calling 8713 3888
Platforms: Instagram, Website

3. Autelier Makeup

Price: S$200/pax or S$360/2 pax
Each session includes: Makeup, Hairstyling, False lashes, Eyebrow trimming
Other services: Bridal Makeup, Photoshoot Makeup, Special Effects Makeup

Contact: Book your appointment by emailing studio@auteliermakeup.com or by calling 8186 4688
Platforms: Instagram, Website

4. Haute Makeup

Price: S$180/person, S$300/2 people, S$390/3 people, S$120/person for 4 people and above (non-bridal)
Each session includes: Makeup, Hairstyling, False lashes
Other services: Bridal Makeup, Photoshoot Makeup

Contact: Book your appointment by emailing contact@haute.com.sg or website

5. Clara Song Makeup

Price: S$180/pax
Each session includes: Makeup, Hairstyling
Other services: Bridal Makeup

Contact: Book your appointment by emailing clarasongmakeup@hotmail.com
Platforms: Instagram

6. Cocoon Makeup & Hair Service

Price: S$150/pax
Each session includes: Makeup, Hairstyling
Other services: Bridal Makeup

Contact: Book your appointment by emailing hisa.wong.yw@gmail.com or by calling 8139 0804
Platforms: Instagram, Website

Email: cocoonmakeupp@gmail.com

7. Angel Chua Makeup

Price: S$150/pax
Each session includes: Makeup, Hairstyling
Other services: Bridal Makeup, Photoshoot Makeup

Contact: Whatsapp 9656 9231 or by emailing acmua@hotmail.com
Platforms: Instagram, Website

8. Weiyee Makeup

Price: S$120/pax (Minimum 2 pax)
Each session includes: Makeup, Hairstyling
Other services: Bridal Makeup

Contact: Book your appointment by emailing weiyee.yek@gmail.com
Platforms: Instagram, Website

9. Christyn Hoang Makeup & Beauty Services

Price: S$90/pax
Each session includes: Makeup, Hairstyling
Other services: Bridal Makeup, Photoshoot Makeup

Contact: Book your appointment by calling 9388 6287
Platforms: Instagram

10. Makeup Nadie

Price: S$90/pax
Each session includes: Makeup, Hairstyling
Other services: Bridal Makeup, Photoshoot Makeup

Contact: Book your appointment by emailing makeup.nadie@gmail.com
Platforms: Instagram

Flawless Makeup Finish

May your foundation never cake, mascara never smudge and winged liner always be slayin’.

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As Chinese New Year approaches, it’s the time of the year again where we indulge in goodies such as ba kwa and pineapple tarts.

While it’s fine to whack all these snacks, overindulging can leave you feeling sluggish when the sugar high wears off.

To get your heart pumping after nua-ing around all weekend, we’ve compiled a list of 15 free fitness classes you can attend.

Single Day Events

1. Zumba Taster Class

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Get your cardio fix when you dance your heart out at this hour-long Zumba class. There are limited spaces so register to save yourself a slot.

Date: 3 February
Event Time: 1.30pm to 2.30pm
Address: Big Box, 1 Venture Avenue, S(608521)
Register here

2. Monday Physical Activity Session at Ang Mo Kio

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Get your heart rate up when you attend Piloxing or Masala Bhangra dance classes. Regardless of which you choose, you’ll have a blast when you work up a sweat during the hour-long sessions.

Piloxing

Date: 26 February
Event Time: 6.00pm to 7.00pm
Address: Blk 5 Ang Mo Kio Industrial Park 2A, AMK Tech II, Lift lobby at Level 2
Register here

Masala Bhangra

Date: 5 February
Event Time: 6.00pm to 7.00pm
Address: Blk 5 Ang Mo Kio Industrial Park 2A, AMK Tech II, Lift lobby at Level 2
Register here

3. Heartbeat@Bedok – Active Health Discovery Zone

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Put on your activewear and head over to Heartbeat@Bedok for a group workout which incorporates strength, balance, and flexibility exercises.

Date: 4 February
Event Time: 10.30am to 2.30pm
Address: Heartbeat@Bedok, 11 Bedok North Street 1, S(469661)
Register here

4. Breathe @ RQ Open House

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Balance your mind and strengthen your body with one of the three different introductory yoga classes—Reformer & Tower, Fat Blast, and Stretch Pilates—offered by Breathe @ RQ.

Date: 9 February
Event Time: 6.00pm to 9.00pm
Address: Breathe @ RQ, 6 Raffles Quay, #11-02, S(048580)
Register here

5. Swing the Night Away at Marina Bay

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Get your blood pumping and dance the night away doing the Lindy Hop, a partnered social dance combining jazz, swing and tap dance.

Date: 9 February
Event Time: 8.00pm to 11.00pm
Address: Olympic Walk Marina Bay Sands, 10 Bayfront Avenue, S(018956)
Register: None required

6. Outdoor Family Yoga at Bishan Park

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Start your day on an energetic note with an hour of outdoor yoga. At this family-friendly event, bring your partner and bond over finding your inner zen.

Date: 11 February
Event Time: 8.00am to 9.00am
Address: Ficus Green, Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park (River Plains), 1384 Ang Mo Kio Avenue 1, S(569932)
Register here

7. Sunday Morning Riverside Walk

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Get up close and personal with Mother Nature on a leisurely morning stroll. While on your walk, you can also learn about the greenery which surrounds Kallang Riverside Park.

Date: 11 February
Event Time: 9.00am to 11.00am
Address: Mahota Singapore, Blk 809 French Road, Kitchener Complex, Level 3, S(200809)
Register: None required

8. Spring Surprise 2018 (Stretch and Scratch: Yoga with Your Dog)

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Hosted against the backdrop of the Supertrees, allow professional yoga instructors to guide you and your furry canine companion through a series of poses and a light stretching routine.

Date: 18 February
Event Time: 8.00am to 9.00am
Address: Supertree Grove, Gardens By The Bay, 18 Marina Gardens Drive, S(018953)
Register here

9. Quick HIIT Workout

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Work your thigh and arm muscles and feel the burn when you attend a HIIT workout. Held at multiple locations across the island, there’s bound to be a class located near you.

Bedok Reservoir Park

Date: 4, 11, 25 February
Event Time: 5.00pm to 6.00pm
Address: Opposite Block 740 Bedok Reservoir Road
Register here

Choa Chu Kang Park

Date: 4, 11, 25 February
Event Time: 8.30am to 9.30am
Address: In front of 3G Fitness Corner, Choa Chu Kang Park, S(688845)
Register here

East Coast Park

Date: 1, 8, 22 February
Event Time: 7.00pm to 8.15pm
Address: Hard Court at Parkland Green, Near Carpark C1, in front of Sandbank Restaurant
Register here

Punggol Town Square

Date: 7, 14, 21, 28 February
Event Time: 7.00pm to 8.15pm
Address: Beside Waterway Point Mall
Register here

Singapore Sports Hub

Date: 5, 12, 19, 26 February
Event Time: 7.00pm to 8.15pm
Address: National Stadium, Gate 18
Register here

Tiong Bahru Park

Date: 1, 8, 22 February
Event Time: 7.00pm to 8.15pm
Address: Area in front of playground and hardcourt near toilet
Register here

Woodlands Stadium

Date: 7, 14, 21, 28 February
Event Time: 7.00pm to 8.15pm
Address: D Ring
Register here

Yio Chu Kang Stadium

Date: 2, 9, 23 February
Event Time: 7.00pm to 8.15pm
Address: Beside Waterway Point Mall
Register here

10. Women’s Night Ride@WestCoastHighway

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Have fun cycling at a social pace and making new friends at this night cycling event. After a good workout, have a meal with your newfound #cyclinggang at one of the nearby supper spots!

Date: 22 February
Event Time: 8.00pm to 10.00pm
Address: McDonald’s West Coast Park, 71 West Coast Highway, S(126844)
Register: None required

Multiple Day/Regular Classes

11. Stay Fit @ Tampines Mall

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Choose between yoga, Zumba and kickboxing sessions for a kickass workout. With frequent sessions and a wide range of classes, you’re sure to find something you’d enjoy.

Zumba Mondays

Date: 5, 12, 19, 26 February
Event Time: 7.00pm to 8.00pm
Address: Tampines Mall, 4 Tampines Central 5, Open Plaza, Level 4, S(529510)
Register: None required

Yoga Tuesdays

Date: 6, 13, 20, 27 February
Event Time: 7.00pm to 8.00pm
Address: Tampines Mall, 4 Tampines Central 5, Open Plaza, Level 4, S(529510)
Register: None required

Kickboxing Wednesdays

Date: 7, 14, 21, 28 February
Event Time: 7.00pm to 8.00pm
Address: Tampines Mall, 4 Tampines Central 5, Open Plaza, Level 4, S(529510)
Register: None required

Yoga Friday

Date: 2, 9, 23 February
Event Time: 7.30pm to 8.30pm
Address: Tampines Mall, 4 Tampines Central 5, Open Plaza, Level 4, S(529510)
Register: None required

12. Fitness at Work (Zumba)

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Grab your girlfriends and shake the stress away with Zumba. When jamming to upbeat songs, the rush of endorphins exercise brings will help end the day on a feel-good note.

Fitness at Work at Capitol Singapore

Date: 6, 13, 20, 27 February
Event Time: 6.30pm to 7.30pm
Address: Outdoor Plaza, Capitol Singapore, 11 Stamford Road, S(178884)
Register here

Fitness at Work at Plaza Singapura

Date: 6, 13, 20, 27 February
Event Time: 6.45pm to 7.45pm
Address: Canopy Plaza (outside Starbucks), Plaza Singapura, 68 Orchard Road, S(238839)
Register here

Fitness at Work at Singapore River Promenade

Date: 7, 14, 21, 28 February
Event Time: 6.30pm to 7.30pm
Address: Singapore River Promenade UOB Plaza
Register here

13. Fitness Workouts at The Star Vista

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Get your weekly dose of cardio with once-a-week Kickboxing and Zumba classes. If you’re too shy to attend the group class alone, bring along your bestie and turn it into a BFF-bonding activity.

Kickboxing Monday

Date: 5, 12, 26 February
Event Time: 7.30pm to 8.30pm
Address: 1 Vista Exchange Green, Buona Vista, S(138617)
Register here

Zumba Tuesday

Date: 6, 13, 27 February
Event Time: 7.30pm to 8.30pm
Address: 1 Vista Exchange Green, Buona Vista, S(138617)
Register here

14. Free Golf Clinic

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If you’ve been wanting to pick up a new sport or improve your golfing skills, you can go to pro-golfer Richard Harries.

Date: 7, 8 February
Event Time: 12.30pm to 1.30pm (7 February), 8.00pm to 9.00pm (8 February)
Address: Champions Public Golf Course, 60 Fairways Drive, S(286966)
Register here

Staying Fit

With the huge variety of free classes and fitness events, you can indulge in CNY goodies guilt-free and stay fighting fit!

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Ever since the Korean wave hit Singapore’s shores in the early 2000s, K-fans seem to be ever increasing.

With past acts like Big Bang and SHINee performing at the Indoor Stadium, as well as the upcoming Super Junior concert in Singapore, local K-fans are beside themselves with excitement.

Whether you’re a new fan who has just jumped onto the K-pop bandwagon, or someone who has been in the fandom since the beginning, you’ll be able to identify with these 17 experiences that come naturally with being a K-pop fan.

Getting judged by friends when you choose Korean songs at Teo Heng

You’re familiar with the groan of annoyance some of your friends let out when you mumble in broken Korean. And proceed to shout out the few English lyrics with much enthusiasm.

They’d ask “Why do you listen to something you don’t understand?” But really, what’s their problem with Korean songs, when they’re fine with Despacito?

Staying up late to watch everything 

All you wanted to do was know was their names, but now it’s 5.00am, and you’ve binge-watched 25 videos, got in on six inside jokes, and downloaded three new variety shows.

This marks the start of your descent into the fandom.

Welcome to the K-hole, we hope you enjoy your stay because you’re not crawling out of here anytime soon.

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Having a separate vocabulary for K-pop

For those who are unfamiliar:

Bias – Your favorite person in a band (one can have a normal bias and an ultimate bias)
Stan – Undying support for a group or an individual in a band
Year-liners/ Liners – Idols born in the same year. For example, some 94-liners would be J-Hope and RM from BTS, Wendy from Red Velvet as well as Jackson and JB from GOT7.
Fighting/Hwaiting: A word of encouragement. Similar to jiayou / good luck
Ageyo – Acting cute

Heck, you’ll probably need a whole dictionary to be able to understand everything.

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Going to concerts and wanting your bias to notice you

You’ll wave banners around and throw towels on stage just to get their attention, and if they make eye contact or happen to pick up your towel, you’ll take 500 photos of that one exact moment to keep forever.

Buying fansite merch outside the indoor stadium

Whether you’re attending a concert or casually sleeping outside the concert hall because you’re too broke to afford tickets (aka me), you can’t miss the amount of fansite merchandise being sold outside the venue.

Because of your FOMO, you might even buy a band T-shirt, or a plastic fan with your bias’ face printed on it, just to prove to your fellow fans you were there too.

Constantly waiting for English Subtitles

Ahhh, the pain of not understanding what your bias is laughing at when watching the latest episode of a Korean drama or reality show.

Unfortunately, it’ll take a while before fansites translate what they’re saying. So you’ll bookmark the video link and check back every day for subtitle updates.

In the meantime, you’re probably going to have to figure out what’s going on via contextual clues and body language. Great.

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Filling your YouTube history with trash

Almost 80% of your YouTube watch history is filled with ridiculous videos like “BTS Jin yelling for 7 minutes” or “30 minutes of SHINee saying dumb stuff and making weird noises”.

It’s gotten to the point where it’s a little embarrassing to let any of your non-K-pop friends use your Youtube account.

Wishing K-pop was an O-Level subject

Because you know you would pay attention to everything and ace all the quizzes and exams.

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Spazzing when you hear your K-pop songs at Bugis street

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Filming your own MVs on every bus and MRT ride

You have your earphones plugged in with a Korean ballad blasting through them. Slowly, you lean against the window. Suddenly everything is in monochrome and you’re brought back to the time you had your first crush.

Getting a lot of triggering questions

“This one boy or girl sia?”
“All plastic one la?”
“You cannot read Korean meh? You like K-pop right?”

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Running out of phone memory space ‘cause of your K-pop folder

You have your favorite idols set as phone and desktop wallpapers. And because you can’t decide which of the thirty photos to use, your phone constantly reminds you it’s running out of storage.

Having multiple ‘boyfriends’

Because all biases are your ‘boyfriends’ now. And you don’t pick your biases, your biases pick you. Don’t even get me started on your bias wreckers…

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Waiting for MV releases

Thank goodness Singapore is only one hour behind Korea. Waiting for the release of most music videos won’t require you to stay up late or wake up at ungodly hours! *silent cheers*

Watching the same MV multiple times for each member

Because you were supposed to watch it for your bias but your eyes just kept following the other members around and now you have to rewatch it again till you know you got them all covered.

God bless all of you who stan SEVENTEEN.

Dragging an unsuspecting victim into the K-pop fandom

The feeling of satisfaction when your friend finally caves and starts sending you K-pop memes. Boomshakalaka baby~

Posting Korean captions on Instagram

Most of the time, these lyrics are taken from your current favorite song. But others don’t have to know that.

Let them think they’re deep inspirational words of wisdom which come from your vast knowledge of all things Korean.

“널 한입에 치즈처럼 집어넣을 테다…”
Translation: I will put you in my mouth like cheese…
#muchsense #suchdeep

For The Love of K-pop

Through K-pop, you’ve made unconventional friends by bonding over a mutual love for this genre of music. It has entertained you with memes and comforted you on tough days with the silly antics of your idols and relatable song lyrics.

Here’s to more concerts, variety shows and events in Singapore!

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Yup. I’ve never had a boyfriend and I’ve never had sex. There I said it.

Growing up, I’ve had countless people probe about my non-existent sex life.

When I revealed I was keeping sex for marriage, I’d often get “Confirm some boy screw you over, that’s why you don’t want to date” as a reply.

To most, choosing to remain a virgin is a choice so rare it borders abnormal. I’ve gotten this reaction so many times I’ve started to question: Is it really that weird to be a virgin?

There’s no winning

Being in a relationship and having sex has become the new norm for social success and happiness. For both men and women, if we’re single or haven’t had sexual intercourse, we’re often labelled “prudes” or “sad losers who are #foreveralone”.

Yet, when women are more sexually active or more upfront about their sexuality, they’re called “sluts” and other derogatory names.

No matter a woman’s choice, sexual expression (or the lack thereof) can feel like a bad thing.

Bad relationships are usually complicated by sex

Personally, I choose to remain a virgin largely because I feel sex is not something to be taken lightly.

In my many years of playing Aunt Agony to the people around me, I’ve realised sex usually makes a bad romantic situation a lot worse.

I’ve had friends who remained in abusive relationships because the make-up sex was “sooo good”.

They ended up pushing serious issues to the back of their minds and clinging to a relationship long past its expiration date.

Handling sex when you’re more emotionally mature is always a good idea

It doesn’t help Singaporean Millennials as young as 12 are becoming sexually active, often before they’re mature enough to deal with the emotional fallout of sex.

Brought up on a diet of movies and chick flicks, we’re taught sex is the physical expression of love. What these movies don’t teach you is how to differentiate between casual sex and sex with a significant other.

Casual sex with an FWB (Friends with Benefits) tends to be fuelled by lust and is void of emotions, while sex with a significant other is usually motivated by love and desire.

When you have sex at a younger age, there is a higher chance of confusing the two and catching feelings for an FWB. This could emotionally wreck you if your feelings go unreciprocated.

It’s likely a 16-year-old and a 25-year-old will handle the emotional consequences of sex differently. A 25-year-old is likely to be more emotionally mature, and better equipped to understand how to discern between the two.

I’m not saying all young people aren’t emotionally mature, it’s just that some things can only be learnt through experience and time.

You Don’t Need To Have Sex To Fit In

Admittedly, I sometimes have FOMO when friends talk about their wildest sexcapades and latest hookups when we hang out.

But at the same time, it’s liberating to know that I don’t have to worry about unplanned pregnancies, STDs or F-boys.

Though I do want to fit in, there’s comfort in knowing you’re not giving in to peer pressure and having sex just for the sake of conforming.

It’s absolutely okay to feel like you’re not ready to go all the way, and it’s okay to wait till you are.

At the end of the day, sex is a deeply personal choice.

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With athleisure dominating the runways, and HB2 VSCO filtered pictures of the latest kicks popping up on almost every street photographer’s IG feed, sneaker trends are here to stay.

However, you don’t have to break the bank to keep up. Instead, with a little DIY magic, you can revamp your old white school shoes, or get a pair for under S$8 on Taobao to achieve that Instagrammable Hypebeast/Hypebae look.

1. Ribbon Lace Sneakers

Rihanna x Puma Fenty Bow Sneakers (~S$109) | D-I-Y Version (Source)

What you will need:

• A pair of white sneakers
• A long ribbon (Available at The Ribbon Shop or Minton Ribbons)

Simply replace the original shoelaces with the ribbon, and you’re done!

Tip: To prevent fraying at the ends of the ribbon, you can go over the ends with transparent nail polish.

2. Holographic Sneakers

Joshua Sanders Hologram Slip-On Sneakers (~S$305) | D-I-Y Version (Source)

What you will need:

• A Pair Of White Canvas Shoes
• Acrylic Paint (~S$7 from Artfriend)
• Iridescent Film (S$3.99 from Spotlight)
• Scissors
• Masking Tape
• Paint Brush
• PVC glue or Mod Podge Glue (S$5.99 from Spotlight)

Firstly, wrap masking tape over the sole of the shoe. Then, paint over the shoes with the acrylic paint.

Finally, cut the iridescent film into strips, crinkle, and glue them on at random before setting aside to dry!

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3. Paint Splatter Sneakers

VANS Paint Splatter Old Skool Sneakers (~S$121.85) | D-I-Y Version (Source)

What you will need:

• A pair of white sneakers
• Acrylic paint (~S$7 from Artfriend)
• Brush
• Newspaper
• Masking Tape

Remove shoelaces and cover the sides and sole of the shoe with masking tape.

Using the brush, pick up paint and start flicking at random onto the shoe until you’re satisfied with how it looks.

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Leave to dry.

4. Marbled Sneakers

Converse Custom Chuck Taylor All Star Marble High Top Sneakers (~S$105)  | D-I-Y Version (Source)

What you will need:

• A pair of white canvas sneakers
• Masking/Painter’s Tape
• Opaque Nail Polish of any colour ($2 from Daiso)
• Toothpicks
• Nail Polish Remover
• Paper Towels
• Large Tray
• Water

Remove shoelaces and tape any areas you don’t want marbled.

Fill the tray with water and add drops of nail polish. Use a toothpick to swirl the polish around to create the marbling effect. Slowly dip the sneakers into the water.

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Repeat steps till you’re satisfied with the end product. Set aside to dry before peeling away the masking tape.

Finally, clean up any areas that the nail polish might have seeped into with a paper towel soaked in nail polish remover.

5. Glitter Sneakers

Chiara Ferragni Logomania Sneakers (~S$325.76) | D-I-Y Version (Source)

What you will need:

• A pair of white canvas sneakers
• Glitter of any colour
• Mod Podge Glue (S$5.99 from Spotlight)
• Sponges
• Newspaper
• Paintbrush
• Masking Tape

Firstly, place the newspaper on the floor to prevent any mess. Then using the sponge, apply glue to the areas you want to glitter.

Pour glitter generously over these areas, shake off the excess and let it dry. Finally, lightly seal the glitter with a final layer of glue with a paintbrush and leave it to dry.

Take Your Sneakers To The Streets

With these cost-efficient DIY alternatives, slip into the comfort of your revamped hypebeast shoes and strut on!

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