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 Samantha
Toh is a tomboy at heart
In
our latest Glam Slam instalment, we find that she's more Sam than
Samantha in her preference for gadgets over clothes.
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By
Yap Geok Hui
 February
7, 2001
Samantha
Toh is a tomboy?
No
way, you say, recalling the demure and gentle florist in The
Stratagem.
However,
think of her as in her role as the bubbly and chirpy host for Entertainment
Beat on Fridays instead. Sporting an ear-length haircut,
the young host is almost always prancing around, from what I can
see on TV.
 That
is more like the real her.
Daring
and uninhibited in character, she gives the impression of being
frank and forthright, which reminds me of the chivalrous swordswomen
from days of yore.
She's
A Gadget Gidget
Therefore,
it comes as no surprise when the 24-year-old discloses that she
is rather tomboyish.
Instead
of browsing through clothes racks, she heads for the electronics
department in stores to check out the newest gadgets like digital
cameras, handphones, palmtops and computers.
 "I
like to update myself on the latest trends in technology. I would
only consider investing in these high-tech devices only if they
are practical. I'm not a miser, but I do want to use my money wisely,"
she says.
Comfort
Is Her Style
When
it comes to her selection of garments, the pragmatic actress and
host singles out comfort as the biggest criteria. Shirts and dresses
are too complicated.
Citing
white, blue, black and red as her favourite colours, she says: "I
go for casual outfits like capri pants, jeans, track shoes and cotton
T-shirts. Simple is my style. You would rarely catch me in spaghetti-strap
tops unless they are for filming. I'm more of the conservative kind."
"However,
I get bored with my old clothes quite soon, say after 2-3 months.
Then I will stash the old batch of clothes in some god-forsaken
corner of the cupboard and buy a new batch. And the cycle repeats
itself.
"But
don't be mistaken, I don't spend a lot each month, only about $200-300."
Watch Out
At
1.7 metres, the willowy damsel commands attention and she demands
the same of her accessories - but in style, not brand, mind you.
"I
even buy them from pasar malam stores," she exclaims.
Her
boyishness can also be seen in her selection of watches. At a glance,
most of the timepieces she shows me appear to be large and chunky,
pretty similar to the watches worn by guys.
When
I mention my observation, the Aries ponders a while before replying,
"I didn't care if they were masculine or feminine when I bought
them, I just thought they look good and are suitable for me."
Her
Feminine Side
Nevertheless,
girls will be girls and I manage to suss out some feminine details
in her closet. The child in her is revealed in these jewellery pieces
with cartoon themes.
Which girl does not owe a few pieces of silver or costume jewellery?
Here are some of Samantha's favourite silver accessories.
If you like her style, then head for Bugis Junction and you may
just spot the Malaysia Champion of Star Search 1999. She reveals
that the vibrant shopping complex is her favourite haunt.
"I
don't like to shop in Orchard because the type of clothes there
are not as varied and are more upmarket. Bugis Junction is more
my style."
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