YVANISM: I Miss You

I miss how we'd laugh every time it's hard for you to explain something in english.

I miss how we used to sing together.

I miss how you'd hug me and make me feel like I'm the only one.

I miss how you surprise me in the office and bring merienda.

I miss how you'd say that you need to take a dump so badly even though we're at the mall.

I miss how I'd cook for you and you'd lie to me that it's good even though I know it's not.

I miss how I'd get so drunk and you'll be the one driving us home.

I miss how you'd always sleep-over. And I mean ALWAYS.

I miss how you'd get jealous even for the silliest things.

I miss how you'd always force me to eat oysters.

I miss how we'd go out even though we're running a little low on cash.

I miss how you'd laugh at my jokes.

I miss how you'd kiss me like it's our last day together.

I miss how you'd say "I love you, forever." to me.

I miss you.

WALK THAT WALK: DW Shoes

Things have been pretty quiet around these parts for some months now, partly because of burnout and partly because I haven't come across something that is really worth coming out of my blogging batcave for. Well, that ended last Thursday when I went to Singapore to attend DW’s event. This amazing bespoke shoe shop is located in the heart of the CBD.

Originally from Seoul, South Korea, they have now set-up shop in Singapore, bringing with them the quality craftsmanship and unmatched customization that has made them a household name in K-Pop's capital. Be it brogues, double monks, penny loafers, oxfords, or (my-current-top-of-the-want-list) slippers, they got you covered with all the tasty options you can think of! You want crepe soles? Check. You prefer blue suede uppers? Damn right. You demand a contrast toecap on your oxfords? You bet. It's totally that kid-in-a-candy-store feeling.

After your fitting's done and design finalized, it would take 4-6 weeks for the skilled cobblers to do their thing. Trust me, for shoes that are truly one-of-a-kind (you did design them yourself) and of this caliber, they're definitely worth the wait and investment. I actually already have a shoe in mind for the next time I drop by. And by all intents and purposes, that's only the first of many.

Diamond Walker folk discussing the craft of the bespoke shoe.

Great display. You can just hear the cobbler crafting your classic kicks.

Duck Boots for all those rainy Singapore and Manille days.

Now for some samples of their work: The Wingtip Boot.

Oh yes. The blue suede slippers I wanted to take home as is!

White bucks. A great casual alternative to my worn-in lab shoes! Haha!

Diamond Walker Shoes

China Square Central #01-06

18 Cross Street, Singapore

E: boss@diamond-walker.com