Nine-Thousand-Won Resort Looks: Lee Sol-i's Penang Getaway Proves Budget Fashion Works

Influencer Lee Sol-i recently spent time at the Shangri-La Rasa Sayang resort in Penang, Malaysia, and her posts are a masterclass in finding statement-making looks without breaking the bank. From outfit breakdowns to breakfast buffet moments, she's sharing both the glamorous and real sides of travel. Let's see what caught her eye.

The standout piece: a yellow ruffled tube top and ivory ruffled mini skirt combo that cost under ten thousand won combined—specifically 3,991 won for the top and 5,067 won for the skirt. Shot against the resort gardens and pool areas, the pairing creates this summery, feminine energy that photographs beautifully without looking overdone. The ruffles catch light perfectly, and the color combination of warm yellow against creamy ivory reads as both youthful and put-together. Sol-i was transparent about the pricing, showing actual order receipts and breaking down exactly what things cost—which honestly makes the whole look feel more achievable to followers.

For details, there's a close-up showing beaded slippers and her naturally waved hair creating this cohesive vacation aesthetic. The little touches—like the embellished footwear—elevate the overall look without adding significant cost. It's styling know-how rather than budget-breaking purchases.

Then comes the food side of the trip: daily breakfast buffet moments at the Shangri-La where Sol-i was clearly indulging in everything available. She ate heartily through the first couple of mornings, documenting the abundance of fresh tropical fruit, pastries, and protein options. But by day three, she started implementing post-meal blood sugar monitoring, being transparent about the fact that she was tracking her physical responses to the vacation eating. It's refreshingly honest—she's enjoying travel food while also maintaining awareness of her own body.

She also documented trying local specialties like nasi lemak (the coconut-milk rice dish served with sambal, anchovies, peanuts, hard-boiled egg, and cucumber) and laksa (the rich, spicy curry noodle soup that's iconic to the region). These food moments ground the trip in actual cultural experience rather than just resort bubble living.