30 Korean Drama with Doctors theme

Most leads in korean drama usually have differents background. Start from chaebol, attorney, PD, CEO of companies, teacher, musician, doctors, police, surgeon, chef, director, barista, singer, dancer, writer, and many more.

All those occupation in drama, somewhat increase viewers knowledge on the occupation itself. At least, that is what happens to me. Especially when the lead’s job is one of a kind job or a rare one out there.

Out of many occupation, doctors is one of the most common in korean dramas.

So here are list of korean drama with doctors theme which caught my attention.

1. Doctor John (2019)

2. Doctors (2016)

3. Good Doctor (2013)

4. Yong Pal (2015)

5. Descendants of the Sun (2016)

6. Doctor Stranger (2014)

7. Doctor Prisoner (2019)

8. Doctor Detective (2019)

9. Faith: The Great Doctor (2012)

10. Hospital Ship (2017)

11. Time Slip Dr. Jin (2012)

12. Angel Eyes (2014)

13. Romantic Doctor, Teacher Kim (2016)

14. Blood (2015)

15. Live up to your name, Dr. Heo (2017)

16. A poem a day (2018)

17. D-Day (2015)

18. Emergency couple (2014)

19. Hearts surgeon (2018)

20. Late Night Hospital (2011)

21. Medical Top Team (2013)

22. New Heart (2007)

23. Dr. Champ (2010)

24. Obstetrics and Gynecology Doctors (2010)

25. Surgeon Bong Dal Hee (2007)

26. The Third Hospital (2012)

27. The King’s Doctor (2012)

28. General Hospital (2008)

29. Before and after: Plastic Surgery Clinic (2008)

30. Dr. Gang (2006)

10 Korean Drama of 2019 Based on Webtoon or Webcomics

Nowadays, we are spoiled by korean dramas with storyline based on webtoon.

It was like a treat for both fans, webtoon and kdramas. The anticipation on how the actor and actress portrayed the webtoon character could bring the drama into success or failed.

As an avid reader of comics, manga, and webtoon, I pretty much enjoyed all kdramas based on them.

Especially those with funny, comical, fantasy, easy cheesy, and lovey dovey on. Although I don’t mind with the serious or dark one, at all.

So, here are some korean drama aka kdrama air in 2019, which I enjoyed wating them

1. Extraordinary you

Based on the webcomic series July Found by Chance” by Moo Ryoo via comic.daum.com.

It is a very entertaining drama with lots of hillarious Dan Oh moment. All the cast are such eye candies and quite match with the webtoon character.

Watching this drama after you read the webtoon is like watching the webtoon came to life, so unreal.

2. Tale of nokdu

Based on webcomic “Nokdujeon” by Hye Jin Yang via comic.naver.com.

It is a funny and non stereotype kind of drama. Setting in historical era where a man pretend to be a woman instead.

Loving this drama for Kim So Hyun with her new character. I just love her acting here.

3. Pegasus market

Based on the webtoon “Pegasus Market” by Kim Kyu Sam via https://series.naver.com/

Just like its title, the story revolve around a market with all of its unique employee. If you are looking for drama with eye candies cast then it might not your cup of tea.

4. Stranger from hell

Based on webcomic of “Stranger from hell” same name by Kim Yong Ki via webtoon.naver.net

At first, I was excited to see the cast and the promising story since I don’t see hint of love line here. Furthermore, I haven’t read the webtoon, yet.

But then, it was as scary as hell, just like its title. Somehow, I couldn’t forget Lee Dong Wook psychopath scary smiley face afterward.

5. Love alarm
Based on the webtoonLove Alarm” by Chun Gye Young via webtoon.daum.net.

It was the most hype drama since netflix is involved. The webtoon itself is aso a huge hit. So, no wonder if this drama widely known and unbelievable popular as in viewers calls for season 2.

6. Save me season 2
Based on the Korean manhwa/webtoon “Out of the World” by Jo Geum San via “comic.daum.com“. It’s the second season of Save Me (Season 1).

It was kind of dark story. I Haven’t read the webtoon but I really like the drama. Especially Save Me season 1.

7. Item
Based on the webtoon “Item” by Min Hyung via “kakao.com“.

Truthfully, I’ve been keeping this drama in my watch list. So, I still don’t have any opinion about this drama. But, I heldmy hope high.

8. Kingdom
Based on webcomic series “Land of the Gods”, which was authored Writer Kim Eun Hee and drawn by Yang Kyung Il.

Been fostering myself to be brave and watch this drama. Maybe, next time.

9. Neighborhood lawyer jo

Based on the webtoon “Dongnebyunhosa Jodeulho” by Hatchling via “comic.naver.com/webtoon“.

I enjoyed this drama as I watched it. Not very impress, but since I like lawyer kind of theme, so this one is fine for me.

10. Her Private Life

Based on webcomics Nuna Paen Datkom” by Kim Sung Yeon.

I enjoyed this drama a lot. Swoon over the couple all through the episodes. Laugh my heart out for many scenes showed in the drama.

Love the idea of successful woman been fangirling over an idol. She was channeling maany woman out there, including me.

10 Korean Drama with A Strong Personality of Female Lead

Most of the time, korean drama was full of cliche story line. Where as the female lead mostly are candy type, cinderella type, or ordinary housewife. In the opposite, the male lead are strong type, rich type, cool type, or tsundere type.

But, if you are a kdrama fans by the bone who have been watched hundreds of kdrama, then definitely you will came across dramas with a different stereotype. Kind of drama that will give you a vibe, “Yes, You go Girl! Finally, A strong personality of Female Lead!”

As many drama out there, here are my 10 favorite korean drama which absolutely make me fell in love with the female lead, rather than the male lead. Even though in some cases, I just love them both, equally.

1. Doctor John

The female lead in this drama are absolutely my kind of woman. A strong, smart, witty, funny, and not your typical ‘princess type.” Her strong personality, I believe, is also the main reason why the lead male fell in love at the first place.

I have been enjoying this drama start from the first episode till the end. One of the best drama I ever watched.

2. Sky Castle 

This drama was extremely popular for its story line which touched “bullying” theme. But for me, the main reason I love this drama is because the strong personality of some of the female leads. A strong and reliable housewifes that we could look up to.

3. Doctors

I am so happy to see Park Shin Hye got a character that showed how strong a woman should be. A beautiful doctor who is skillful in martial art and pretty independent in life was very encouraging to see.

4. Search: WWW

This, is also one of the best drama in my opinion. The story line revolve in the life of 3 beautiful woman in their thirty. Three beautiful woman with their own strong and unique personality. How they handled problems in their life, how to achieve their career also love life, and a strong bond of friendship. They made us, woman, wanted to have a life just like them.

5. Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo

If you are into a romantic comedy kind of drama with a unique story line and break all the stereotype out there, maybe this is one of the best choice.

The female lead, who is a weight lifter (very unique, right) fell in love with a swimmer. Their love story somewhat very refreshing as they kind of switch their role all throughout the drama.

For example, it was the female lead who is stronger than the male lead, literally. It was her too, that protected or being use to protect the male lead.

So, if you look for a lovey-dovey moment where the male lead are very cool and protected the girl all the time, this one is not your cup of tea.

6. Strong Woman Do Bong Soon

Hahaha. Sorry, somehow I got to laugh everytime I remember this drama. The story line is absolutely hillarious and unbelieveable comical.

Where most of the time, a man is stronger than the woman and being a superhero, this drama showed us reverse. The female lead is literally a superhero with a superpower where as the male is just an ordinary person.

7. Let Me Introduce Her

One of those drama about ‘family’ life. If you are into a light happy drama, this one is absolutely a BIG NO.

The female lead is originally a strong woman, but not until she got constant abused from her own husband. This drama showed us how  a strong person, turned into a very weak one, then tried her hardest to get back to how she was used to be, even stronger for the sake of her daughter and her own happiness. She fight back.

A must-watch drama for its rare story line in a kdramaland.

8. Mr. Sunshine

Despite of the fact that the male lead is as strong as the female lead, this drama has every right to get into my list.

Not only for the reason of the strong personality of the female lead, this drama was actually literally one of the best out there. The very reason are because of it cost high budget, great editing and effect, a skillful actor and actress, from a well known writer, and a rare background.

Kim Tae Ri character has shown me what kind of strong woman in her era, and I was captivated by her all through out the drama.

9. Hotel Del Luna

A 2019 most hype and popular drama in and out of Korea. IU sucessfully portrayed a very strong, rich, cold yet funny, and independent woman ‘or ghost’ through whole episodes.

Her elegant and sophisticated appearance along with her comical expression that could relate to any of us are indeed very entertaining to watch.

10. Graceful Family

In this drama, the female lead has a very strong personality, despite her weakness over her mother’s death. She is smart, rich, looked arrogant and cold, all the character we mainly seen in a male lead of a drama.

She sometimes looks like a bad ass rich woman who make us cringe with her attitude. But hey, that is why I officially loving this drama.

Well, that’s it! My 10 favorite drama with a strong personality of the female lead that I enjoyed watching.

How about yours?

10 Things You Can Do in Kuala Lumpur

Based on my experience, here are some things you can do in Kuala Lumpur for 2 Days and 3 Nights.

And the best things of all, it cost less than I thought for transportation. Why? Because I shared cost only for grab to Batu caves. And the rest of the journey, I just need to walk or ride a free bus.

😁 And I am Happy as I can be.

1. Go climb stairs in Batu Caves


2. Stroll around Merdeka Square


3. Walk along River of Life

4. Admire Sultan Abdul Samad Building

5. Take a self- or wefie in I Love KL spot

6. Have a good look of Twin Tower

7. Get in the crowd as you walk in Petaling Street

8. See it with your own eyes, a 109 years old Mosque called Masjid Jamek.

9. Feel the nature around you in Kuala Lumpur Forest Eco-Park

10. Find your loved one some souvenir in Central Market

10 Things You Can Do in Perhentian Island

Out of many beaches I’ve been to, I must admit that Perhentian Island is one of the best out there.

Maybe because it was my first time or because it was so peaceful and not crowded at all during my visit, or maybe because I was just simply in love at first sight.

Whatever reasons, I definitely want to came back and spent more time in the beautiful island.

If you planned to go to the island, there are some things you absolutely can do, just like we do.

First of all, just stroll around the beach

Enjoy the views

Lay down and read your favorite books

Just Canoeing

Ride a boat and tour around

Have a fun Snorkeling

It’s okay to be lazy and killing time

Trekking to see a windmill and witness a breathtaking view from above

Had dinner on the beach

Last bit not least, take pictures as memories

5 Blogger Favorit

Pertanyaan kesembilan dari 30 pertanyaan yang harus saya jawab di #BPNblogchallenge2018 ini.

Sekian lama wara-wiri di dunia blogging, banyak blogger yang saya stalking blognya sekadar buat baca, cari inspirasi, atau belajar dari mereka. Meskipun begitu, namanya juga stalking, jadinya saya jarang meninggalkan komentar, lebih ke silent reader. Kalau diminta untuk memilih 5 dari ratusan blog di luar sana yang pernah saya sambangi, maka berikut inilah pilihan saya.

Dewi Nur Aisyah (Dewi Nur Aisyah)

Paling suka blogwalking ke blognya Dewi kalau hati ini butuh banget disirami dengan yang cerah-cerah, positif, dan menginspirasi. Pertama stalking dia di instagram, lalu jatuh hati dengan blog-nya. Suka dengan cara dia bercerita. Saya semacam mendapat siraman rohani.

Joshi Daniel (Joshie Daniel Photography)

Sejak kenal di dunia maya dengan yang namanya Joshie Daniel, saya pun jatuh hati. Bagaimana tidak, foto-fotonya tak sekadar indah, entah kenapa terasa penuh makna. Kalau soal bagus, jelas pasti bagus, secara fotografer tingkat dunia. Dari foto-fotonya pula, saya jadi pengen jalan-jalan, jadi semacam traveler (walaupun masih dalam bentuk niat aja).

Harindabama (What an amazing world!)

Ketika awal-awal menulis postingan berbahasa Inggris, blog harindabama ini jadi salah satu tempat saya berkaca dan belajar. Dia orang Indonesia, tapi bisa bikin blog berbahasa Inggris yang bagus. Saking bagusnya tulisan dia, saya jadi suka minder sendiri.

Ditambah lagi, blognya ini tentang travelling yang tidak hanya dipenuhi foto alam nan indah, tetapi juga sejarah atau kisah dibaliknya. Berat banget dah pokoknya. Berat dalam artian bermutu banget blognya, beda jauh sama blog saya yang masih… (isi sendiri setelah baca blog saya).

Mayo Wo (Mellow Mayo)

Sebagai salah satu penikmat fashion dan lifestyle, saya pun menyempatkan diri blogwalking ke beberapa fashion blogger atau beauty blogger. Nah, Mayo Wo ini salah satu blogger pertama yang saya ikuti sampai sekarang. I love her style, her choice of colors, outfit, and make up. Style-nya dia soft banget, girly banget, also cost a lot. Somehow, saya bisa melihat bagaimana style dia diaplikasikan ke wanita-wanita berhijab. I just love her.

Amelia Widy (Baddminton-Addict)

I just love badminton, a lot. Maklum dari kecil sering bersentuhan sama yang namanya dunia badminton. Bukan semacam mantan atlet gitu ya. Cuma saja, di komplek tempat saya tinggal semasa kecil, ada lapangan badminton yang tiap hari hampir selalu dipakai bermain badminton, pun begitu dengan pertandingan badminton, meskipun kadang hanya tingkat komplek atau RT/RW.

Jadilah, saya sering baca blognya Amelia Widy ini. Fotografer PBSI yang selalu ikut kemanapun para pahlawan badminton berjuang. Hasil jepretannya ga usah diragukan lagi. Lihat saja bagaimana foto-foto Marcus Fernaldi Gideon, Kevin Sanjaya Sukamuljo, Fajar, Rian, Hendra, Aksan, Owi, Butet, Ginting, Gregoria, Greysia, dll. viral di dunia maya. Suka sama gaya bahasanya yang kekinian yang terkadang membuat saya ngakak dan geleng-geleng kepala.

Nah, setelah saya lihat lagi, 5 blogger yang disebut di atas sedikit banyak menyajikan tema blog yang saya sukai. Memang ya, kalau kita blogwalking ya pasti ga jauh-jauh dari apa yang kita sukai atau based on our interest. Itulah mengapa, yang favorit bagi saya, mungkin tidak bagi anda.

5 Barang Yang Selalu Ada di Tas Melly

Pertanyaan kedelapan dari 30 pertanyaan yang harus saya jawab di #BPNblogchallenge2018 ini.

Finally, the easiest question so far. Apa sih 5 barang yang selalu ada di dalam tasnya Melly. Kalau ini sudah pasti mudah dijawab. Tinggal ambil tas, keluarin isinya, tulis deh disini.

Petunjuknya adalah barang-barang ini jarang sekali keluar dari tas, ga pernah ketinggalan, dan meskipun ganti tas pasti judulnya cuma dipindahin aja.

Mereka ini semacam penghuni tetap. Walopun saya tulis 5 barang saja, pada kenyataannya, penghuni tetap tas biasanya berkisar 5-10 barang (banyak amat ya).

Dompet

Ya iyalah, nomor satu pasti dompet mau bagaimana pun bentuknya. Mulai dari dompet uang, dompet koin, dompet kartu, sampai dompet yang isinya struk-struk belanjaan, struk atm, atau tiket parkir yang tulisannya hampir pudar saking udah lamanya (kumpulin aja terus dalam dompet).

Handphone dan sahabatnya

Sebagai generasi yang hidup di jaman serba digital, barang wajib yang selalu ada di tas pastilah handphone (apapun merknya berapapun jumlahnya) beserta sahabat karibnya macam charger, earphone, atau powerbank. Apalah arti hidup ini tanpa handphone dan charger, ya kan.

Payung

Untungnya saya punya payung lipat imut, oleh-oleh dari Fitri, yang muat dimasukkan ke hampir semua ukuran tas. Payung ini wajib hukumnya dibawa karena bisa dipakai dalam segala cuaca.

Saat cuaca panas, supaya kulit tidak menghitam dan make up tidak luntur kepanasan. Saat cuaca hujan, ya supaya ga kebasahan mukanya, walaupun sebagian badan mah pasti kebasahan secara payungnya imut.

Cuaca berangin, untuk mellindung wajah dari debu-debu yang beterbangan dan mata supaya tidak kelilipan.

Tapi pastikan payungnya sekuat punya saya supaya tidak malu karena payungnya terbawa angin dan berubah bentuknya ke arah sebaliknya, jadi semacam payung megar, mekar, merekah.

Pulpen

Pulpen pasti selalu ada di dalam tas, walaupun termasuk jarang digunakan. Anggap saja sebagai persiapan untuk nulis, tanda tangan (macam artis aja ada yang minta tanda tangannya), isi survey atau kuesioner, isi kupon berhadiah, nulis amplop kondangan atau sumbangan.

Make up atau skin care

Biasanya di dalam tas ada salah satu make up atau salah satu skin care yang ga lupa dibawa.

Suatu hari, 1 pouch lengkap make up (lipstick, bedak, foundie dll.) atau skin care (sabun muka, pelembab, sunscreen, obat jerawat dll.) dibawa semua kalau tasnya gede.

Di lain hari terkadang cukup lipstick dan bedak saja. Lain hari lagi, sabun muka dan sunscreen saja.

Nah, itu dia 5 barang yang selalu ada di dalam tasnya Melly. Kalau kalian gimana?

5 Tempat Makan Favorit

Pertanyaan ketujuh dari 30 pertanyaan yang harus saya jawab di #BPNblogchallenge2018 ini.

Nah, pertanyaan ketujuh ini kedengarannya gampang, tetapi lumayan susah buat saya, meskipun saya ini masuk dalam kategori pemalu alias PErempuan MAkan meluLU. Kenapa susah? Karena saya ini termasuk tipe pemakan segala, apa aja boleh, dimana aja boleh, asal kenyang dan enak, apalagi gratisan.

Cuma sayangnya, saya juga termasuk tipe pemakan yang moody-an (ternyata bukan cuma suasana hati doang yang moody ya), tergantung lagi pengen makannya apa.

Misalnya diajak makan enak, banyak, atau terkenal, bahkan gratisan alias di traktir, kalau lagi ngga pengen ya udah ga ikutan atau ikut tapi makan seadanya.

Tapi kalo lagi pengen makan sesuatu terus kesampaian, jangan ditanya seberapa banyak yang bisa saya makan. Sekilas saya kaya orang ngidam ya. Tapi engga kok, beneran.

Makanya, memilih 5 tempat makan favorit jadi susah. Secara, terlalu banyak pilihannya.

Tapi namanya juga tantangan yang harus dijawab, akhirnya saya putuskan memilih 5 tempat makan yang paling berkesan buat saya dan layak kalian coba.

Nasi Uduk Mpok Iyoh

Jalan Pahlawan No.95, Cempaka Putih, Ciputat Timur, Cemp. Putih, Ciputat Tim., Kota Tangerang Selatan, Banten 15412

Sebagai blasteran Betawi Jawa, saya punya hubungan dekat dan ikatan batin yang kuat dengan Nasi Uduk dan teman-temannya. Sedari kecil sampe sekarang, hari-hari senantiasa dihiasi oleh keberadaan nasi uduk.

Dari sekian banyak jenis nasi uduk dengan pelengkap yang berbagai rupa, yang paling favorit bagi saya adalah Nasi Uduk dengan tambahan semur (kentang, tahu, tempe, jengkol), sambel kacang, emping, dan gorengan.

Disepanjang perjalanan hidup saya, Nasi Uduk Mpok Iyoh inilah yang paling juara. Bayangkan saja, sepiring nasi uduk dengan kuah semur dan tahu tempe jengkol, ditambah ayam kampung yang digoreng atau empal daging, dengan 2 macam sambel yang pasti juara rasanya. Enak pake banget. Kalau udah makan nasi uduk ini, bakalan nagih.

Untungnya, lokasi warung ini cukup dekat dari rumah. Jadi kalau lagi pengen, tinggal cuss berangkat. Yang musti diingat, warung ini tidak buka di pagi hari dan kadang tidak sampai malam hari karena sudah habis terjual.

Apalagi kalau Ramadan tiba, jangan coba-coba datang mendekati atau pada jam buka puasa, bisa-bisa tidak kebagian, sudah ludes terjual.

Warung Nasi Pak Ni’ih

Jl. Merpati, Ciputat, Ruko Seberang Gang Sawo

Warung nasi ini sebenarnya layaknya warung nasi biasa. Cuma memang masakannya lebih banyak yang khas dari Jakarta alias Betawi banget.

Mulai dari sayur asem, pecak ikan atau oncom, pindang, soto betawi, sayur santan yang pake trubuk, berbagai ikan goreng, sop iga, gorengan, dan banyak lagi. Lumayan, kalau saya lagi kangen masakan yang sering saya makan di masa kecil saya dan asli betawi-nya kerasa, Warung Nasi Pak Niih tempatnya.

Selain enak, harga yang terjangkau, dan banyak pilihan, kita pun bisa mengambil nasi sebanyak yang kita mau. Maklum nyendok sendiri macam prasmanan.

Kecuali kalau kita mau take away alias dibungkus, akan ada mpoknya yang ambilin buat kita. Warung ini selalu ramai dikunjungi, apalagi pada jam makan tiba.

Bakmi GM

Restoran ini sebenarnya tidak terlalu istimewa dibandingan restoran bakmi lainnya yang banyak menjamur di Jakarta. Tetapi, bagi saya, ini adalah restoran bakmi yang penuh kenangan dan tak tergantikan.

Betapa tidak, pertama kalinya saya makan di restoran ya di Bakmi GM ini. Dulu, almarhum Bapa mengajak kami sekeluarga (saya masih kecil banget sampai ingat ga ingat) makan di Bakmi GM (yang di pusatnya kalo ga salah) tanpa rencana tanpa pemberitahuan.

Alhasil, saya, adik, dan almarhum kaka dengan tampilan seadanya (kaos belel, celana pendek lusuh, sendal jepit yang udah tipis dan aus, rambut kusut, muka dekil abis main) masuk dengan tidak pede-nya ke restoran yang saat itu dipenuhi orang-orang dengan tampilan mereka yang cantik, ganteng, rapi, dan bersih.

Tetapi, saat itu almarhum Bapa dengan santainya ‘mengajarkan kami” untuk pede dan menjadi diri sendiri. Mengajarkan kami bahwa kita semua sama dan punya hak yang sama.

Toh mereka semua yang makan di restoran itu pun, tidak ngurusin atau keberatan dengan keberadaan kami. Ketidakpedean itu muncul dari dalam pikiran kami sendiri. Dan saya ingat, betapa Bakmi Cah Daging dan Cabe yang saya pesan saat itu terasa sangat amat nikmat.

Sampai sekarang almarhum Bapa sudah tidak bersama kami, sesekali, kami sekeluarga (saya, adik, dan mama) masih menyempatkan makan di restoran ini. Lagipula, makanan di restoran ini pun cukup enak dan terjangkau.

Omah Solo

Jl. TB Simatupang No.71A, RT.10/RW.1, Cilandak Tim., Cilandak, Kota Jakarta Selatan, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta 12430

Dulu pertama makan di tempat ini, suka banget dengan atmosfirnya yang Jawa banget. Namun sayangnya, setelah adanya pelebaran jalan, imbas dari adanya jalan tol Depok-Antasari, suasana Jawa di tempat ini jadi berkurang karena terpaksa harus direnovasi.

Meskipun begitu, restoran ini masih menjadi pilihan karena makan dan minuman yang disajikan masih sama seperti dulu, enak dan menggugah selera. Makanan favorit saya disini antara lain. Soto Nggading, Tengkleng kuah dan Tengkleng bakar.

Sementara minuman favorit adalah teh poci yang disajikan menggunakan poci yang terbuat dari tanah liat dan es leci.

Pare’gu

Jl. Sultan Iskandar Muda No.20, RT.2/RW.9, Kby. Lama Sel., Kby. Lama, Kota Jakarta Selatan, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta 12240

Pilihan terakhir jatuh ke restoran Jepang bernama pare’gu. Restoran ini mengusung “all you can eat” alias makan sepuasnya. Pertama ke restoran ini, sungguh tidak terasa atmosfir Jepang, karena memang tidak didesain seperti restoran Jepang pada umumnya. Dengan tampilan rumah minimalis klasik, sama sekali ga keliatan kalau restoran ini menyajikan makanan jepang macam shabu-shabu.

Sejauh ini, dari beberapa restoran all you can eat yang pernah saya datangi, Pare’gu ini masuk dalam jajaran top list. Patut dicoba pokoknya.

5 Fakta Tentang Melly


Pertanyaan keenam dari 30 pertanyaan yang harus saya jawab di #BPN30daysblogchallenge2018 ini.

5 facts about Melly. Agak bingung juga kalau mau narsis menceritakan diri sendiri. Bukan apa-apa, soalnya banyak yang mao dinarsisin, sementara yang ditanyakan terbatas, cukup 5 saja.

Jadi mikir, apa ya fakta yang jarang orang tahu tentang Melly. Mari kita lihat.

(1). Melly itu suka banget nonton.

Mulai dari nonton film bioskop, nonton drama TV, nonton anime, nonton kartun, nonton acara musik, nonton wayang, nonton orang, nonton fashion show, sampai nonton layar tancep pun ga masalah, pokoknya nonton apa aja asal judulnya nonton.

Tapi, jangan coba-coba ajak nonton yang namanya film horor aseli Indonesia, pasti langsung ditolak. Cuma satu ini genre yang dihindari. Kalo ditanya kenapa? Gimana ya, hantu Indonesia tuh serem-serem banget dibandingin sama hantu Luar Negri, belom lagi, berasa deketnya.

Maklum, punya pengalaman buruk abis nonton film jelangkung dulu. Ngeri abis. 

(2). Melly itu cinta sama yang namanya tidur.

Tidur jadi semacam terapi dan relaksasi. Tidur dimana aja, dan kapan aja. Tidur sambil berdiri di bis, pernah. Tidur sambil berdesakan di kereta, pernah. Tidur diangkot sampe kebablasan ke terminal akhir, pernah. Tidur pas diboncengin di motor, pernah juga. Tidur di rumah, apalagi.

Kalo udah dibawa tidur, bawaannya semua terasa plong, lega.

Itulah mengapa, kalau sampai kurang tidur atau ga bisa tidur, bisa fatal akibatnya. Bisa merembet kemana-mana efeknya, ya emosi, ya penyakit, ya pikiran, ya nafsu makan, ya… begitulah. 

(3). Melly itu pemakan sayuran.

Ga pandang bulu, semua jenis sayuran doyan. Sebut aja poh-pohan, kecipir, oyong, pare, pete, labu, terong, dan teman-temannya.

Mao bentuknya lalapan, oseng-oseng, sayur bening, sayur santan, salad, keripik, cap cay, sop apapun itu, pasti dilahap.

Pernah ada suatu masa, kalo makan di restoran atau warung pasti pesannyabyang berbau sayuran. Kalau ada yang ga mau sayuran, pasti dilemparnya ke saya.

(4). Melly itu mellow.

Bisa dibilang, gampang banget nangis kalo liat yang sedih-sedih. Walopun sekarang dah bisa nahan alias jaim kalo didepan orang.

Bayangin aja. Nonton topeng monyet, sedih. Liat drama korea yang ceritanya tragis, sesenggukan dan nyesek. Denger lagu sendu, mata berkaca-kaca. Ketemu orang susah, diem kepikiran. Mellow banget dah pokoknya.

(5). Melly itu Red. Red itu Melly.

Itu tagline yang dicetuskan di jaman kuliah dulu. Waktu itu ada temen yang fanatik sama warna ungu. Apa-apa serba ungu. Beneran dah.

Kemudian, baru saya sadar dan berkaca, kalau saya apa-apa serba merah. Baju merah, tas merah, sepatu merah, rok merah, peralatan tulis merah, bandana merah, iket rambut merah, merah merah dan merah lagi.

Nah lo. Dirunut ke balakang, masa kecil sampai remaja saya dipenuhi barang-barang dan pernak-pernik berwarna merah. Alamak, sadar ga sadar, saya ini penyuka (kalau ga mau disebut penggila) warna merah.

10 Local (Indonesia) Accessories Brand to Step Up Your Outfit Game

[credit: antyk butyk]

[credit: antyk butyk]

I love accessories, especially the unique one. They add more colors to our outfit. They became a center of attention if we wore a simple plain outfit they become more like statement of our outfit.

Although there are so many brands out there, I prefer brands from local. Let’s just say that I support local. They have unique design, good quality, with reasonable price.

Here are some of local brands that I adore. Especially for their necklaces, which are wearable for me as hijaber. If you are looking for local accessories brand to step up your outfit game, they are some of the best out there.

Massicot by Amanda Matsuri and Ramdhan Muhammad

What I love about Massicot is that each pendulum (stone) does not have the same visual and it always one of a kind. It is a statement. It doesn’t matter if you wear a plain shirt, T-shirt, or even dress, because a piece of massicot accessories will definitely step up your plain outfit.

Schonmoi by Vedca Maria Orissa

What I really love about their necklaces are almost all of them made of wood. So it can pretty much called as part of ecofashion or sustainable fashion. The design also very unique. They are a little bit retro or vintage. So when you wanted to add some nice touch of vintage or retro style to step up your outfit game, Schon is one of the best choice out there.

Antyk butyk

All I could say about antyk butyk is not boring at all. Their accessories design or material often amazed me. The slight of culture can be see in each of their piece. You can look edgy, unique, funky, elegant, vintage, and feminine with one of their accessories in your outfit.

Environmental jewelry by Ega & Julia (EJ)

A jewelry brand which all their jewelry carefully handcrafted using dry rice grain. Yes, rice, the same rice that we used to see everyday and ate every single day. Some piece of rice add to your outfit will definitely step up your outfit game. Especially if you are a nature lover or looking for a sustainable jewelry.

Eden by sight by Jessica Saputro and Handy Yonathan

They were known for their natural gemstone in each of their accessories. Each of them are unique because of their raw nature. The design is simple and the gemstone that they use are colorful and pretty which make us look elegant.

Tealabel

If you want to look as pretty as if you are going to attend some tea party, just put on one of their accessories and you’ll definitely be center of attention. They really can mix kinds of rope with beads, shapes resin, or tassel into a beautiful and unique piece.

From Tiny Islands

Just like their brand name, they do look tiny and simple. Made mostly of silver and gold plated is perfect to add a statement to your outfit. If you are looking for an elegant yet not to eye catching, they are probably the best.

Atelier Pedra by Emiria Larasati

For edgy, classic, and elegant looks to step up your outfit game, Atelier Pedra offers a a simple yet detail accessories made of gold, silver, and stone. I love how simple their design look like.

Klar by Talita Natalia

A brand which use acrylic as their main material. Looks edgy, structured, and solid. They really did justice for their philosophy which is ‘a silent statement.’

Moth Jewellery

Their accessories is beyond unique. Color pencils, literally, on your plain, simple, or effortlessly outfit will mostly gain any attention out there. Not to mention, their unique and creative design. You’ll definitely want to have one of their accessories after you see them.