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shanghai collected
Shanghai
To be completed
Interests: Sleeping, eating (in that order) Traveling, cooking, observing my cat observing me, reading, buying coffee table books, learning new things (in no particular order)
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Hello Celine, sorry, I don't have the contact anymore...
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Here's a selection of cool Taobao shops for your home. Continue reading
Posted Feb 9, 2014 at Shanghai Collected
Hello Mike, thanks for your message! My insurance is very specific tp my job so you won't be able to apply for it but have you got in touch with these guys? http://www.expatmedicare.com/ They might be able to advise you on what would be the best fit for your needs. Hope this will help!
Toggle Commented Jan 25, 2014 on Pregnancy in Shanghai at Shanghai Collected
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Looking for a great place to stay in Shanghai? I've just finished renovating an apartment right in the heart of the French Concession. Hope you'll like it! Continue reading
Posted Jan 24, 2014 at Shanghai Collected
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Visiting the Commune Social Continue reading
Posted Nov 24, 2013 at Shanghai Collected
Sorry Oberon, I don't know how to contact Dave&Bella...
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Many of my friends are having babies and finding nice presents isn't easy. Just like for adults, buying and affordable baby/kids clothes in Shanghai is a bit of a challenge (if money is no object, Jacadi recently opened in Reel Mall and Bonpoint has a store in Plaza 66).There is... Continue reading
Posted Jun 9, 2013 at Shanghai Collected
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Peony Rice is a ethical womenswear and accessory brand creating pieces for all special occasions. Continue reading
Posted May 19, 2013 at Shanghai Collected
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I haven't blogged much lately but I have an excuse: I recently gave birth to my first child and have been quite busy since then! As some of you are planning to give birth in Shanghai, I thought I'd share my experience here. Photo taken by Barefoot Portrait, definitely Shanghai's... Continue reading
Posted May 7, 2013 at Shanghai Collected
Hi Stella, Last time I was there I definitely didn't see quality, but that was 2 years ago. I heard a new multi-storey mall recently opened with only wedding dress shops so things may have changed...
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{Follow my Facebook page!} I am rather specific when it comes to shampoos and usually bring Klorane products back from France, but with a limit of only 23kg, packing often means choosing between cheese, saucisson and good hair... Thankfully, I think I may have found a solution to my overweight... Continue reading
Posted Mar 18, 2013 at Shanghai Collected
Hi there, thanks for sharing your experience with Asos and Shopbop!
Thanks Kelly for your feedback, one of my friend got her engagement ring and wedding bands made by him too and was very happy with it.
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A few maternity wear options for the desperate mother-to-be. Continue reading
Posted Mar 11, 2013 at Shanghai Collected
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A few days in istanbul: a traveller's guide. Continue reading
Posted Mar 4, 2013 at Shanghai Collected
Thanks for the tip James!
Toggle Commented Feb 26, 2013 on Leather goods repair workshop at Shanghai Collected
Hi there, thanks for the heads up! I've updated the post accordingly :)
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A review of newly reopened Madison by Austin Hu. Continue reading
Posted Jan 7, 2013 at Shanghai Collected
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{More updates on my Facebook page} A DVD may cost ... Continue reading
Posted Dec 17, 2012 at Shanghai Collected
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The ultimate Xmas gift guide for Shanghai residents. Continue reading
Posted Dec 10, 2012 at Shanghai Collected
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Visiting the newly opened Shanghai Power Station of Art, a refreshing addition to Shanghai's art scene. Continue reading
Posted Dec 3, 2012 at Shanghai Collected
Hi there! back in my time, the Da Lu test was supposed to be about 2km long but I heard about new changes recently so you'll need to check that with the school. Back when I did it, the length and difficulty of the test was very variable: if the other candidates in your car fail, the examiner may ask you to drive longer or on the contrary might be in the mood to be more lenient (each examiner apparently has a quota of fail/pass he has to reach on every examination day). I drove less than 5 minutes while my friend drove for almost 15.
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The ultimate Xmas gift guide for Shanghai residents. Continue reading
Posted Nov 26, 2012 at Shanghai Collected
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{More updates on my Facebook page} From here. From here and here. From here From here and here. All from here. Continue reading
Posted Nov 19, 2012 at Shanghai Collected
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{More updates on my Facebook page} My initial objective this weekend was to visit the recently opened China Art Palace but I did not have enough time to get through the painful process to get the entrance tickets (read this if you think I am exaggerating). Instead I settled for... Continue reading
Posted Nov 13, 2012 at Shanghai Collected