Seventeen Malaysia February 2012

Sze Atelier's Swarovski collection of handmade jewellery hits the newstands in Seventeen magazine's latest February 2012 issue. A colourful array of shapes and designs published in Malaysia's teen fashion magazine showcases our latest handmade items. 

Read more about our Sze Atelier range in our previous blogs and find out how you can custom-make the pieces in the below advertorial to your liking. It is the best that we can do to provide a semi-bespoke service to customers who want personalized pieces to suit their individual styles. 

The colours and designs are carefully thought out to compliment current fashion trends but at the same time remain classic for the long run. In this way, the Atelier collection is versatile and flexible to wear. See how we derive our inspiration and put together moodboards to combine into what makes the Sze Atelier collection.

Above: Seventeen Malaysia February 2012 cover.

Above: Sze Atelier featured in Seventeen magazine. A collection of handmade accessories crafted using Swarovski crystals. Dangle earrings made from shiny Swarovski crystals makes this range a real sparkling splendour of glamorous desiree.

Hot June 2011

Above: Hot June 2011 Issue

Above: Hot Style featuring Sze's It's a Bug's Life square ring and orange enamel gold fish earrings. Available under Sze's Bronze range.

Above: Hot featuring Sze's Ladybug in Red under our Red Collection at www.szeaccessories.com

Above: It's a Bug's Life available under our latest collection of Bronze pieces. This Bronze collection consist of a range of solid pieces creatively designed with a tough yet whimsical edge. Due to the nature of bronze, the antique gold finishing is polishable to bring out lustre and shine after multiple wears.

Above: Ladybird in Red available under our Red Collection.

Hot May 2011

It's great that we get summer all year round. Meaning bright colours like a burst of fuchsia and striking orange can be worn round the clock. They are by far the happiest colours second to yellow! :D Hot features some very pretty lollipop tones right here below.

Above: Hot May 2011 magazine features Sze Accessories pieces under their Hot Style section.

Above: Sze's Tangerine earrings and brass ring in bright pink fuchsia featured here. The brass ring is part of a brass collection that has yet to be posted up. But just for your info, it's a collection of enamel embedded in to hardy brass material that is solid, durable and polishable. Meaning that you can re-shine your jewellery with a polishing cloth once it dulls.

Above: Leather pleated bracelet in pink under our Pink Collection at USD14/ RM39.

Above: Pesimmon earrings under the Tangerine Collection at USD8/ RM23.

Hot April 2011

Whether its for a glam night our or just to hold your loose fitting dresses together into a svelte figure, these easy to wear belts always come in handy. Have them in multiple colours, fabrics and shapes to change a waredrobe look. Hot's been so kind as to feature a selection from Sze Accessories. Check it out below.

Above: Hot Magazine April 2011 Cover featuring Sze Accessories under it's Hot Style section.

Above: What a waist! Hot's Style Section features an array of our waist clinchers. Check them out at www.szeaccessories.com.

Above: This Grey Weave Belt can be found under our B/W Collection at USD14/ RM39.

La Senza: Cervical Cancer Awareness Campaign

When asked by a friend from FJ Benjamin (who handles the La Senza brand) to be apart of her campaign, I was pretty excited as I had never officially advocated any cause before. However, the clinch was that it was for Mother's Day and I had to get mom to participate. Knowing that mom leads a very private life, there was a bit of coaxing to do, in which, she relented for a good cause in the end. The shoot was a meaningful one as I had just found out that I was expecting. Yes, I'm about to be promoted to motherhood really soon. And since it was to be published in the month of mother's day, May 2011, I thought it couldn't be more apt!

Being preggars has been most fulfilling and I count it as a huge blessing. However, work has certainly taken a backseat. It's already mid July while I'm writing this. I took these pictures in March. They were published in May. Reason being, pregnancy is no walk in the park and currently, I'm super close to my due date. I have been taking lots of rest as this is my first child. So, business has been suffering but I believe God will provide. Afterall, the reason why I quit the corporate world was for this solely, that I can personally take care of my own child when the time came. Don't MIA on me as I'm still around. I'll just be taking things a little slower and concentrating on that which is more important. In life, SOMETHING has got to give! And it's very true in many cases.

Check out a slightly plump-er version of me below with my gorgeous swelt mother. She reckons that she looks a bit matured here. I think she looks a picture of poise :D Really hope to be like her one day :D

Above: English interview with Marie Claire magazine.

Above: Chinese interview with Cittabella magazine.

Above: BM interview with Glam magazine.

This La Senza campaign focused on getting women to realise that there is a prevention for cervical cancer. Like those BCG jabs that we use to get it school, getting this vaccine against cervical cancer is simply getting three doses of jabs in a period of 6 months. It's really that simple. I had mine years ago when I first read about it in the papers. Then it cost me about RM1, 300 for those three jabs. The price however has dropped considerably and is much cheaper at the government hospitals or clinics. Apparently, they will be introducing it free to female students too. After all, why not? Prevention is better than cure.

Despite the fact that you've gotten your jab (mine was Gardasil), don't forget your yearly pap smears. The jabs don't substitute the need for these detection test. Cervical cancer is a silent killer. It's so quiet that when most find out, they are usually at their last stage. So, what are you waiting for? A little pinch of the needle can save your life, your mother's, your sister's and your friend's.

A very big "thank you" to La Senza for supporting this cause. It makes a difference to the lives that you've reached through the educational road shows and publication materials. Thank you also to Raoul for sponsoring the clothes for the shoot.

Vintage Inspired Necklaces

Above: A collection of slinky bronze vintage necklaces are now available at www.szeaccessories.com under our Brown Collection. A collection of owls, lockets, double chains and antique pendelum watches make up the choices. Light weight and easy to wear, these sourced pieces are so chic and versatile for a casual day out. Prices range from USD9/ RM25 to USD14/RM39. More designs available.

Above: Feminine magazine, April 2011 cover. We're in the midst of preparing and brainstorming on what to teach for the upcoming issues. So, if there are any designs or pieces in particular that you would like to learn how to DIY, feel free to email us at admin@szeaccessories.com with your suggestions.

Above: Sze Accessories DIY section in Feminine's April 2011 issue teaching readers how to make an antique charm necklace. If you don't have the time to make it on your own, this piece is actually available at our website under the same collection as the vintage inspired bronze necklaces featured above.

Seventeen April 2011

This issue of Seventeen Malaysia focused on lots of white flowy dresses paired with straightforward silver and gold accessories that were subtle yet somewhat edgy. I'd say that this dreamy and misty look helps us cope with the extreme heat that's been rising these pass few weeks. Taken with a forest foliage background, this earthy fashion spread reminds us to always remember the environment around us for that better future. So, re-cycle and re-use as much as you can. It makes a difference.

Above: Seventeen April 2011 Cover.

Above: Seventeen's content page for the fashion spread inside featuring Sze Accessories' pieces worn by the model.

Above: Layered coin necklace worn as bracelet Sold Out but we still have the Sea Treasures charm bracelet available that can also be layered with other silver bracelets. Check it out under our B/W Collection.

Above: Charm bracelet with lots of sea creatures Under the Sea available under our Amber Collection of simple gold pieces.

Above: This mixture of charms and collage necklace under our B/W Collection of silver pieces is a fashionable piece to own.

Above: This simple silver bangle with an edgy spunk is available under our B/W Collection.

Above: An elegant bangle of pearls available under our Amber Collection. Layer them up in multiple strands for the fashionable touch.

Classic gold and silver pieces are for keeps. They can be mixed and matched and worn again and again with other pieces to create different looks. So get a piece or two and change them around occasionally for that new look and feel.

Malaysian Women's Weekly

Above: Malaysian Women's Weekly, April 2011 cover.

Above: Origin's Plantscriptions review. I got to try out the latest anti-aging serum by Plantscription and thought it rated a good 8/10. Recently, been getting a lot of comments that I have a certain "glow" to my face. Well, I haven't been doing much of a change to my skincare regime, so this new serum definitely gets the limelight for the nice compliments. The product is light weight and easy to use, making my skin smoother and balancing out my uneven skin tone. Try it!

Above: Origins Plantscription is available at all Origins stores in Malaysia at RM260. And since we're going "Green", check out Sze Accessories, new pieces updated today under our Emerald Collection. My favourite piece which I've posted up here is the Emerald Owl. Afterall, owls are and have been "in" for a while now.

In our last writeup about Origin's latest serum, we handmade some pretty wirework earrings to complement the article. If you missed out on it, read it here on our blog. And also, you can check out our Sze Accessories Facebook album pages for more pictures under the Origins album.

Feminine March 2011

Innitially we thought that we were going to be doing only a few issues of this DIY segment with Feminine magazine. However, the feedback has been that, readers look forward to learning up on these DIY features. Which is why we have been continuously teaching them simple step-by-step techniques on how to make beautiful accessories at a small budget, from home.

The response has been encouraging. Some have even written in to ask about our classes (interested, email us at admin@szeaccessories.com for the course outline). Below we share our latest DIY techniques on how to make a silk an organza flower headband.

Above: Feminine March 2011 cover.

Above: Another segment of our DIY with Feminine magazine. Here we taught readers how to make a silk and organza flower headband that is perfect especially for occasions such as weddings. Adorning your bridesmaids with these simple and easy to make piece not only saves you cost, it means so much more to them if it's handmade by you.

In line with the thematic peach that we used for the flower above, we've also included some pieces of the tangerine shade in our latest updates on www.szeaccessories.com

Above: Sunshine Handmade Ring. Designed by Sze. RM55/ RM20.

Above: Zesty Handmade Earrings. Designed by Sze. RM69/ RM25.

Above: Pesimmons (sourced from overseas) earrings. RM23/ USD 8.

Above: Tangerine Stack. RM29/ USD11

Her World Feb 2011

Above: Her World Feb 2011 cover.

Above: Her World content page highlighting the story within.

Above: Cover page for the interview below...

Above: The story. After tying the knott for more than a year, I realise that I hardly shared with you the on the sweet serenade. Well, here it is in this years Feb 2011 Her World issue. Feel free to also visit our wedding website at www.szeyoongseayen.com for a glimpse of the actual day.

In theme with all the red heart shaped balloons and love that is going around, we've sourced some pretty striking red coloured pieces for the bold you. They come in a set of 3, consisting of a pair of earrings, bracelet and necklace. All available at our website www.szeaccessories.com under our Red Collection. Check out these lovely accessories that blend and go well together without having to figure out how to put together a full accessorised look.

Above: Red Bunch Earrings at RM25.

Above: Red Bunch Bracelet RM29.

Above: Red bunch necklace at RM39.

All available at www.szeaccessories.com under our Red Collection.

Nuyou Brides Jan 2010

Above: NuYou brides cover for their Jan 2011 Issue (Edition 12)

Above: Sze Accessories handmade earrings adorned by the beautiful bride in resplendant white. Earrings made out of tear-drop Swarovski crystals. Custom made accessories for wedding are available so do email us at admin@szeaccessories.com to enquire.

Above: Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue...Sze Accessories pearly necklace and bracelet featured on this page with some very pretty satin wedding shoes.

Below we've recommended some wedding appropriate pieces that include some lovely earrings that we're sourced. These jewellery are available on our official website www.szeaccessories.com

Above: Blue Clouds earring in pastel blue RM23 is available under our Eau Collection.

Above: Ribbonz RM49 available under our Amber Collection.

Above: Oyster Earrings RM29 available under our Amber Collection.

Clinique's Seventeen Teen Party (Jan 2011)

This year (2010), we again collaborated with Clinique skincare and Seventeen magazine for their annual Clinique Sweet Seventeen Party in January 2011.

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The theme this year was floral and thus everything from the venue, decorations, dress code, makeup colours and even our D-I-Y pieces were in sync. And the girls walked away with door gifts worth RM400 of Clinique goodies. Aside from that, they won other Clinique products such as bottles of Clinique's Happy Fragrance, bags from Le Sport Sac, free Celebrity Fitness tryouts and hairstyling by A Cut Above.

They were back with more exciting activities and programmes lined up for a group of 70 young ladies including, Clinique Skincare and Makeover session, hairstyling, lunch, discussion, talks, take home poloroid pictures, dance sessions, contest and of course a D-I-Y session with Sze Accessories. (Check out our DIY session on our Facebook)

Above: Cliniques promotional page featured in the Seventeen's January issue magazine.

It was a really fun and crazy day out with this young bunch of lovelies. Which is why we have also taken some pictures and uploaded behind-the-scenes pictures of the event in Sze Accessories Facebook Fan Page. So, do hop on over and check out how much fun it was.

Lastly, a big, big thank you to Clinique and Seventeen magazine for having us AGAIN this year. We really hope to see you next year :D

*You can view last year's Clinique Seventeen Teen Party article, here.