♡ coffretgorge

that TENDER Lunasol GLOW...

2011-12-08T14:17:00.000+08:00

The only coffret this season which made me go "I NEED TO HAVE IT!" Lunasol's Tender Glow collection features a soft contrast between neutral browns and glowy, translucent pinks which will give you enough sparkle to dazzle this holiday season. <3BIG thanks to the fiancé for getting this at Lotte DFS! Review and swatches to follow. *cuddles with furry coffret* I am so glowing this Christmas! :P♡,G

Nailaholic HK Haul!

2011-11-30T11:19:00.000+08:00

Went on a business trip to Hong Kong earlier this month but still managed to sneak in some brisk shopping at Causeway Bay with my blogger pals Jenn & Rach where I bought mostly nail stuff, hence the entry title. hee hee! got my first few bottles of crackle/shatter nail polish from China Glaze and OPI then a couple of Zoya's and mini box sets. feminine & elegant nail appliques star and bow accent

L O V E

2011-11-29T14:42:00.000+08:00

Hi everyone!!! *waves profusely* Its been a month since my last post and I truly miss being a diligent blogger! If you follow me on Twitter or if you're a Facebook friend of mine, you would probably know the big news... but don't fret if you're feeling a bit out of the loop because I'm announcing it here anyway. Lurvey & I are ENGAGED! He popped the Q and I said YES! So exciting! I feel so

L'Oreal Color Infaillible Eyeshadows Swatches

2011-10-27T10:38:00.000+08:00

This post is dedicated to my dear friend / enabler Lynn C. in hopes of turning tables and making her want these little pots of pigments. :P L'Oreal's answer to Armani's Eyes To Kill Silk Eyeshadows, the Infaillibles succeeds in living up to its promise of infallible, indefectible wear, giving off high pigmentation and dramatic richness of shades.I got these on promotion for SGD10 each at Changi

Bugis Village Finds!

2011-10-26T08:35:00.001+08:00

Singapore's Bugis Village is known for its great bargain shopping which is a totally different realm from the sassy malls of Orchard Road. My eyes widened at the sight of incredibly low-priced trendy clothes and accessories! Just ask Luna. ^_~ I had so much fun hunting for quirky, kawaii accessories that I feel the need to share 'em with you lovelies! Here are some of my bargain picks: 3 for

TOPSHOP Cream Blush in High Five

2011-10-25T12:41:00.000+08:00

I have been wanting to try TOPSHOP makeup for a while, so I took the opportunity to purchase them with discount in Kuala Lumpur. Thanks to Stellar! (FYI, we have TOPSHOP boutiques in Manila, but they don't carry the makeup line *frown*)I like the simple, no frills packaging; both the box and plastic case feel solid and strong, not flimsy at all. The cream blush retails for RM33 (Approx. USD11)

Giorgio Armani Eyes To Kill Silk Eyeshadows

2011-10-21T10:31:00.000+08:00

Giorgio Armani premieres a new approach to shadow - Eyes To Kill Intense. A new color dimension inspired by the very roots of Italy; its earth, volcanoes, marble and rare stones. Employing the breakthrough Colorfil™ technology, very intense pure pigments are combined with lightweight pearls to create a silken soft texture.Hands down, the most amazing eyeshadows I've ever tried, Giorgio Armani

A STELLAR Day Trip to Kuala Lumpur!

2011-10-20T15:43:00.000+08:00

One of the perkiest and most fabulous ladies I know on Blogger, Stellar Vixen aka Joo lyn was one of the ladies I was very excited to meet in person. I tell you, Malaysia tourism should hire her, she's an exceptional host! Every bit of my day trip to Kuala Lumpur was filled with upbeat chats and amusing sights!First stop: a photo op at the Petronas Twin Towers, the tallest twin buildings in the

Changi T3 Sightings

2011-10-19T10:18:00.000+08:00

On our way to Kuala Lumpur, my friend and I had a few hours to spare at Changi T3 so we had a leisurely brekkie at McDonald's (hmm Turkey bacon!) and had a sniff & swatch spree at Duty Free! CHANEL goodies: ROUGE COCO Shine SGD33.50, ROUGE ALLURE SGD32.70 Le Vernis SGD 25.40I opened the stock drawer and saw a few bottles of Graphite and Peridot! LANCOME Travel Exclusive skin care sets and makeup

Very YSL Palette: Swatches & Review

2011-10-18T09:54:00.000+08:00

A Duty Free exclusive palette, YSL's international makeup artist Lloyd Simmonds took the traveler's lifestyle as inspiration to create the Very YSL Palette.with 4 eyeshadows, 2 lip colors, a blush/highlighter plus 3 applicators, it's a steal at SGD68 (approx. USD54) The patent fuchsia case with the gold plated YSL logo is reason enough to get this palette if you are a packaging junkie like me. :

Singapore Haul!

2011-10-16T12:54:00.000+08:00

My cosmetics shopping was restricted to brands exclusive to Singapore, and I'd like to think it was quite a success. The blogger babes were a big help, always telling me "don't buy here la, buy in Hong Kong!" Thanks for the restricted enabling ladies! You know who you are <3 Sephora loot:Bath time buddies from Soap & Glory. Spy that BREAKFAST SCRUB? It smells like pancakes drizzled with maple

Singapore: Blogger Meetups and Love Packs!

2011-10-14T23:57:00.001+08:00

Oh gosh, where to start? Hello everyone! Remember me? I know, its been exactly one month since my last post, as I said, my real life (work & family) has taken over, leaving me without time for blogging. But last week I went on a holiday trip to Singapore and planned some meet-ups with the sweetest bloggers residing in the Lion City. :) at Sentosa with the Merlion replica :P blogger babes closing

Bubble Dye Time! Liese Sweet Apricot

2011-09-14T17:58:00.000+08:00

What is Sweet Apricot?☛ a juicy, soft fruit, resembling a small peach, of an orange-yellow color. ☛ one of the few, new shades of my favorite bubble dye. ☛ My new hair color... Ch-check it out! This is my previous hair color, Mocha Orange. The dark roots were annoying me, not a pretty sight. >< foam on hair *squishy* after waiting for 30 minutes and a shower...Hello there evenly colored,

Giorgio Armani Eyes to Kill Waterproof Mascara

2011-09-07T14:17:00.000+08:00

Mascaras are not just Minnie Mouse's best friend, they're mine too! Its one of those "can't live without" products in my makeup bag, its my lash curler's best friend, and together, they complete me. *cuddles with 'scara* I have been quite lucky that my mascara picks have been consistently good and now I will share another tube of peeper prettifying wonder, the Giorgio Armani Eyes to Kill

NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream Review + Swatches

2011-08-31T22:26:00.000+08:00

If you usually shy away from matte lip formulas because they tend to dry and chap your puckers, you might want to check out these NYX Soft Matte Lip Creams. The formula glides on smoothly and dries into a velvety soft, matte lip color. Has anyone noticed I have been in a matte lip kick lately? *puckers up* "NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream straddles the line between lipstick and gloss with a creamy,

NARS Fall 2011: Haul and FOTD's

2011-08-29T14:52:00.000+08:00

When given the time to play at makeup counters, I make the most out of it. I went to the NARS boutique yesterday intending to get 2 Multiples for my friend Vicky, but ended up with almost the entire fall collection. LOL. Story of my junkie life. Ze haul:*Please note that some of the items in the photo are for friends, okay thats just two, but still! haha. Please let me shake off some guilt :P I

Jill Stuart Sweet Lock, Brilliant Crown FOTD

2011-08-23T10:39:00.000+08:00

Obviously, I am a sucker for Jill Stuart packaging. It brings out the kid in me, which is always fun. Here are some eye candy pics to enable you and for me to keep as remembrance, because I used them immediately after snapping up the photos. LOL Mix Blush Compact 105 Sweet Lock (LE) The limited edition blush compact turns into a soft and delicate mauve-ish rose combination on my skin, the shade

Jill Stuart Fall 2011: Haul

2011-08-19T15:40:00.000+08:00

Got a quick post for you today sweets! My Jill Stuart fall goods have finally landed into my hands and here's a group pic to enable those who are suckers for pretty packaging just like moi. ;) aren't they gorge? I could play with them for hours. Please don't ask how old I am. LOLIndividual product reviews and swatches coming! That's all, got to get back to work!♡,G

CHANEL Fall 2011: 525 Quartz, 529 Graphite, 531 Peridot

2011-08-17T13:30:00.000+08:00

CHANEL's seasonal nail colour releases are always highly anticipated by nail-a-holics around the globe. Its because of the chic and unique shades they come up with every season and the smooth quality that only CHANEL can deliver. As the cliché goes, its always imitated, but never duplicated. You may find some dupes for popular shades, but you won't get the same quality for sure. 525 QuartzQuartz

The Untouchables

2011-08-12T09:22:00.000+08:00

I believe all cosmetic fiends have a couple (or more) products we always plan to use but dont have the heart to dent or scratch that lovely overspray or embossed design. Usually its the limited edition blushers or eyeshadow palettes that I want to keep immaculate. Here are my current untouchables: Lunasol Summer 2010 LE eyeshadow palettes Lunasol Summer 2011 LE eyeshadow palettes lastly, my

Gifted Goods

2011-08-11T16:45:00.000+08:00

I recently received some love packs and gifts from blogger friends and like always, I want to document them by sharing them in posts. First package is from my dear friend Karen of CFbeauty. She only included cruelty-free cosmetics for me which I find very thoughtful and sweet :)The Urban Decay shadows are all very interesting as bright matte shadows and loose pigments are both very new to me, its

Shu Uemura Portable Brush Set

2011-08-09T11:58:00.002+08:00

Being a big fan of Shu Uemura brushes, I almost squealed in delight when I saw this set again at Temptation Hong Kong Duty Free (I skipped it the first time and regretted it). Boy did they name that store right! *winks* Now I have it and that makes me a very happy camper! The 5 piece set contains 4 brushes + the zip-up leather case.this is a lightweight set, which makes it perfect for traveling.

Ettusais Quick Fix Powder SPF10 PA++

2011-08-03T14:54:00.000+08:00

Definitely an impulse buy, Ettusais' Quick Fix Powder is another mineral powder I picked up in Hong Kong during my cosmetics shopping spree with Jennifer. I already lost the receipt but I think this retails around HKD160+ (approx. Php900+) which is pretty practical for the packaging and the powder.The Ettusais Quick Fix Powder compact mineral powder works like a mattifying powder that can be used

Jipi Japa Featherweight Flats

2011-07-28T11:09:00.000+08:00

Whenever I'm traveling, I like to bring one fashionable (mid to high heeled) and one comfortable (flats) pair of shoes. Because honestly, I want to look good in photos. Who doesn't? I'm definitely one to endure mild pain for fashion. (hello i'm G, and i'm a fashion victim.) Long story short, I went to Hong Kong and wore my most comfortable lace up wedged heels on the first day and my feet were

Melliesh All in One Mineral Powder

2011-07-25T17:10:00.000+08:00

The Melliesh "All-in-one Mineral Powder" set is one of the two base makeup offerings released for Yui Kanno's brand. It comes with a 5g jar of mineral loose powder and a synthetic stippling brush with a pink handle.The japanese gyarus are getting more clever in luring beauty junkies into buying everything they peddle don't you think? This set retails for HKD170 (approx. USD22) which I think is

BB Craze: Nanoce BB Moist Cream No. 2 Healthy Ochre

2011-07-22T11:52:00.000+08:00

One of the most popular BB creams in Japan, Ishizawa Lab's Nanoce BB Moist Cream is described as a "natural moisturizing cream for all skin types". I picked up the darker of only 2 shades, 02 Healthy Ochre which is a good match for my yellow toned, NC30 skin tone. A little goes a long way, a tiny drop (.5 cm) is enough for the whole face. Consistency is very smooth and creamy which makes it

Dior Addict Lipstick in 322 Beige Perfection, 333 Nude

2011-07-20T10:00:00.000+08:00

The new Dior Addicts are high-shine, lightweight, moisturizing lip colors similar to CHANEL's Rouge Coco Shines.I got 322 Beige Perfection and 333 Nude because my collection needed more natural looking lip colors. These retail for HKD230 (approx. USD29) each which is very close to the US price. packaging comparison: top, old Dior Addict vs. bottom, new Dior AddictI actually prefer the old Dior

HK "Gift To Self" Haul

2011-07-18T11:25:00.000+08:00

Shoot. I've abandoned my blog again. Apologies my lovelies! You know how it is when real life gets in the way of blogging duties ya? ;) I got a lot of requests on Twitter to share photos of the stuff I got during my recent trip to Hong Kong. Its been a while since I did a haul post, so I figured I'd give it a go. OMGee. I couldn't just tell you how much fun and destructive it is (for the wallet)

Liese Mocha Orange

2011-07-06T11:50:00.001+08:00

Ola chicas! I can't believe this is my first blog entry for July. Apologies for my long absence! I'm doing my best to keep up. <3 Anyway, My dark roots were already annoying to see so I looked at my stash for my backup bubble hair dyes, I chose Mocha Orange after browsing google images. this is my previous hair color, its Liese Ash Brown which can already considered as "very light color hair"

Shiny Fings from the Worship Blues Emporium

2011-06-27T15:26:00.000+08:00

My stalking skills finally got me some shiny fings! I love Yasumi's penmanship. Look at that "A"! sooo kewl. obviously packed with lots of love, it was such a treat opening my parcel.my favorite part (aside from seeing the actual jewelry) was reading the care instructions, Yasumi is a really talented artist. I was laughing and smiling like a love-struck teen reading her note. I wont share it in

Etude House Miss Tangerine Sweet Shower Lips #3 Swatch + FOTD

2011-06-23T13:13:00.000+08:00

Almost forgot that I had this, good thing I looked through my archived photos and saw some "un-blogged" products. So today I'm sharing with you another item from Etude House's Miss Tangerine collection, Sweet Shower Lips in #3 Miss Sunny Tangerine. What I like:♥ VERY cute packaging♥ sheer-medium pigmentation, creamy, easy to wear♥ pretty shade of orangey-red, compliments my NC30 skin tone♥ sweet

Coppola Keratin Complex Treatment

2011-06-16T11:36:00.000+08:00

In a hot and humid climate like ours, I'm sure a lot of ladies will be able to relate when I say that fighting frizz is always a tough battle. That is why I decided to invest time and money to have a Keratin Complex treatment and finally be free from my daily hair troubles. Who Should Use this Keratin Complex Treatment?Anyone who wants to smooth frizzy hair or tame curly locks can use it. It

CHANEL Summer 2011: 557 Morning Rose NOTD

2011-06-13T16:29:00.000+08:00

A warm pink with gold glitter, Morning Rose is a flattering shade to sport especially if you need a pick me up color which is not over the top (like Mimosa). The golden sparkles add dimension to this lovely, not so bright pink. Application is a breeze for this one, its not streaky and it goes on smoothly. I applied 3 thin coats to achieve the color on this NOTD. This is a limited edition color

CHANEL Rouge Coco Shine 63 Rebelle

2011-06-08T17:11:00.000+08:00

Hi dear lovelies! Sorry for my sporadic posts, I've been running around like a headless chicken trying to complete everyday tasks at work. Plus I caught this nasty flu, recovered from it but then its starting again! AAACK! What a ride. The weather is to be blamed. Its hot and sunny then its raining before you know it. *sigh* Anyway, I have pretty one for you today! Its my fourth Rouge Coco Shine!

Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-on Eye Pencils 15th Anniversary Collection

2011-06-01T15:25:00.000+08:00

If you dont already know, Urban Decay has the creamiest, smooth gliding, long wearing eye pencils out there. These pencil liners don't tug at the lids, helping you make a solid, straight and pigmented line in one easy swipe. Some gals love their MUFE Aqua Eyes, but I let go of mine right after I tried the creamy goodness of UD 24/7's. ;) This is a great set to have especially if you're just

CHANEL Summer 2011: 577 Mimosa NOTD

2011-05-23T16:50:00.000+08:00

Sunshine on the nails, thats what it is! A bright yellow with very fine shimmer...having deja vu? looks like OPI's "Need Sunglasses?" right? but I must tell Mimosa leans more towards the cool side. I needed 3 coats for this NOTD. Application is quite difficult, its a very streaky polish! but I discovered that its easier to apply in a warm environment (turned off AC) rather than in an

CHANEL Summer 2011: 547 Bronze Rose

2011-05-20T12:17:00.000+08:00

Bronzers are not really my thing, but this one made me change my mind because of its versatility. SA explained it can be used as bronzer, blusher and as eyeshadow! 3-in-1 CHANEL! It's in the bag! xD Soleil Tan De Chanel Bronzing Powder in 547 Bronze Rose.This is a limited edition item from CHANEL's Summer 2011 collection. Packaging-wise, one thing which stands out in this palette is the gold

Love Bombed.

2011-05-19T16:10:00.000+08:00

When I started blogging, my thoughts were fueled by my growing interest in beauty, cosmetics and the passion to share my experience with others who breathed the same air. I never really thought about developing friendships across the seas. Now, I can honestly say I have met some of the sweetest ladies in the beauty blogging world! OK before I get any more emo, this post is about the 2 packages I

NARS Tainted Love Set: Review and Swatches

2011-05-16T18:06:00.001+08:00

A heaven sent trio for cool pink lovers, "Tainted Love" is by far the nicest value set I've seen from NARS. Released in time for Valentines 2011, it contains the new Angelika Multiple (exclusive to the set), Angelika lip gloss and the notoriously hot Schiap nail lacquer. The Angelika Multiple (face, eyes, lips, body) TintThis Angelika multiple is just a wee bit smaller compared to a regular

CHANEL 307 Orange Fizz and Majolica Majorca OR213: Orangey Twins!

2011-05-10T21:59:00.000+08:00

A pop of color is pure eye candy for summer! Orange is one of my favorite colors, its fun and cheery, but it's a tricky color to wear. However, if you find the perfect shade to match your skin tone, you'll be glad with the results!I have a few orange nail lacquers, but I find these two most flattering. Coincidentally, I found them to be really similar! can you tell which is which?CHANEL 307

Majolica Majorca Jeweling Eyes BR631 Caramelisee

2011-05-05T14:03:00.000+08:00

A part of the Spring 2011 Sugary Trap collection, Majolica Majorca's Jeweling Eyes in BR631 Caramelisee is a gorgeous, shimmery neutral which deserves a spot in your stash.Although the plastic packaging feels a tad flimsy, it looks really cute and the scalloped edges gives it pretty, girly feel. Plus a better grip. ;) it comes with a small dual ended applicator, which is really soft. I love the

Majolica Majorca Lash Expander Frame Plus BR666 (LE)

2011-05-03T14:14:00.001+08:00

It's finally out in our local department stores Manila based lovelies! My HG mascara in a subtle brown color. I bought mine last Sunday at SM Makati, had to wait for almost 2 hours just for the SA and the cashier to come into a proper settlement as the Sugary Trap collection's bar codes weren't working yet. I almost ran out of patience, good thing the beauty section was quite huge and filled

NARS Turks and Caicos Multiple Tint FOTD

2011-04-30T11:26:00.000+08:00

I went to the NARS counter last weekend to ask for the "New Order" blusher, then spotted this bright, orange, jelly looking stick and swatched it on my arm. Orange. No big deal I thought. But when I went outdoors it turned into this gorgeous shade of pinkish peach. It looked awesome against my skin... I had to have it! A part of the NARS Summer 2010 collection Multiples, Turks & Caicos is a

Kosé Esprique Precious Dual Gradation Eyes D-2 EOTD

2011-04-29T10:21:00.000+08:00

After my pleasant experience with Esprique Precious Dress On Shiny Eyes palettes, it was inevitable to want another palette from the brand, so I picked up D-2 from the Dual Gradation Eyes. A part of their Spring 2011 collection. These are available locally, I bought mine at Rustan's Shangri-la for Php1,450. Surprisingly, price is better there compared to adambeauty! :) Here is the palette:

CHANEL Rouge Coco Shine in Biarritz, Boy and Romance

2011-04-14T09:30:00.001+08:00

The latest release from Chanel cosmetics, Rouge Coco Shine lipsticks are lightweight, sheer lip colors which melt as soon as swiped over your lips giving it a wet looking, shiny finish. I tried all the colors which appealed to me the most, wanting to decide on which (1) shade to get. Unfortunately for my wallet, I liked Biarritz, Boy and Romance very, VERY much I couldn't just leave them there. I

Etude House Miss Tangerine Cream Choux Blush Swatches

2011-04-12T12:05:00.001+08:00

Hello lovelies! I went to Etude House yesterday to swatch the Miss Tangerine Cream Choux Blushers for my blusher fiend of a friend Jennifer. :P Remember in my last Miss Tangerine post I said none of the other products from the line caught my fancy? Well I'm going to eat my own words today... cause I realized all they needed was a chance to be tried on. ;) Miss Tangerine Cream Choux Blushers are

Aqualabel Blue aka White Up (Whitening) Line

2011-04-06T14:56:00.002+08:00

Got an email from a lovely reader today asking about the Aqualabel Blue/White Up Line so I thought of posting my review of the products here to make the information available to everyone who needs it since I understand reviews for this particular brand are quite scarce. Aqualabel is a Shiseido conglomerate focusing on skin care, the brand is geared towards women who need great quality skin care

Recently Finished Products: DiorSnow Lurve

2011-04-05T15:18:00.000+08:00

Quick post today loves! This is the first time I'm posting products I've finished, thought of doing it 'cause it felt like an achievement for someone who has a lot of products to go through! XDDior Lip Glow and DiorSnow White Reveal Makeup UV Base SPF35 PA+++ I was really surprised to see the end of the tube of my Dior Lip Glow, really liked it, it moisturizes my lips and gives it a pinkish tint

Spring 2011: Shu Uemura Morphorium Blue Palette

2011-03-30T11:30:00.000+08:00

For their spring collection, Shu Uemura turned to the rain forests for inspiration. Aptly named Morphorium, they took the bright colors of the tropical butterfly and successfully made a bold looking palette which will make any beauty junkie weak in the knees. morpho |ˈmôrfō| noun ( pl. -phos)a large tropical butterfly, the male of which has bright blue iridescent wings. Native to the Central and

Weekend Update: Shu Uemura Beauty Workshop

2011-03-28T15:36:00.000+08:00

Being one of my favorite cosmetic brands, a Shu Uemura event is always a go for me! This time, I remembered to bring my camera and made sure I snapped some pics. :) This is how the workshop flow went: March 27: Rustan’s Shangri-La 4-5pm Beauty Workshop by Shu Uemura internationally accredited make-up artist John Pagaduan 5-6pm Beauty Tips and Make-up Demo with Celebrity Mom and Beauty Junkie

Etude House Miss Tangerine Follow Me Tint #2 + FOTD

2011-03-25T14:02:00.002+08:00

Two posts in a day... Someone's on a roll! xD I had the opportunity to shop for a bit at Etude House the other day so I checked out their new collection, Miss Tangerine. The collection features the bright and zesty color orange which was very refreshing to look at. But honestly, none of the items from the collection caught my fancy since I find Etude House lipsticks drying, and the blushers and

Giveaway Loot from Mai-Kat Oshaberi!

2011-03-25T10:10:00.000+08:00

Call me lucky G, 'cause I won Kat's Giveaway! I was so happy to see her package waiting for me when I got home. Aloha, goodies from Hawaii!Kat sent me the fuschia Charlotte Russe Shrug which fits me like a glove! I'll definitely wear it over a dress when the weather gets cool and breezy. She also added a super kawaii diary case as a surprise gift! Thank you, mummy Kat for your generosity.♡,G

Guerlain Rouge G Serie Noir in 71 Rose Desir

2011-03-23T10:34:00.001+08:00

There's just something about Guerlain's limited editions that sets my heart aflutter, as almost all the Guerlains I own are from LE collections. Today I'm going to share my thoughts on Guerlain's Rouge G Serie Noir in 71 Rose Desir from the Spring 2011 collection. This is my first Guerlain lipstick (I just paid with eyes closed) and I must say, it was love at first swipe! Packaging is a very

Sunshine after the rain... OPI Need Sunglasses? NOTD

2011-03-21T15:37:00.000+08:00

Hello dear lovelies! Remember me? :D Sorry for that long and unannounced hiatus, as I've said before, March is a busy month for me. But now I'm back and I have another nail post for you in a fun and vibrant color... with all the things that are happening around the world right now, I think it would be nice to spread joy to everyone we can connect with. *Can I get an amen?* OPI Need Sunglasses?

China Glaze Tree Hugger + Konad NOTD

2011-03-04T11:38:00.001+08:00

When I paint my nails, I usually have no idea what to do and what color to choose, so I just grab the ones I haven't worn yet.I picked up OPI Green-wich village and painted my nails... then thought it looked kinda dull so I topped it off with CG Tree Hugger and I loved the result! This NOTD makes me feel lucky! ^_~ Here are the nail polish I used:OPI Natural Nail Base Coat, OPI Green-wich

The Writing's on the Wall... of my Blog... (Meme)

2011-03-03T11:15:00.000+08:00

It's been a long while since I did tag posts. So when I saw I got tagged by sweet Eva to do a simple handwritten questionnaire I did it right away. Thanks for thinking of me babe! Though I have to say, I don't have the nicest handwriting! and thanks to computer typing and the touch screen technology, its not going to get any better. hahaha :P Get a piece of paper and write the answers to the

Clé De Peau BEAUTÉ Correcteur Visage Concealer in Ochre

2011-03-02T12:32:00.000+08:00

After hitting pan (and almost finishing) my then HG Shu Uemura pro concealer (in 7YR), I decided to try the highly raved about concealer from Shiseido conglomerate Clé De Peau BEAUTÉ.I bought mine at Lane Crawford, Harbour City for HKD480 which makes it the priciest concealer I've ever purchased. You can also get it online on adambeauty or Strawberrynet. BUT I suggest you try it first if you can.

Spring 2011: Guerlain Haul

2011-02-28T14:08:00.000+08:00

Hello lovelies! Apologies for the lack of posts last week, I was out and about running business errands almost everyday...but now I'm back with some eye candy to perk up your Monday! Hauled a bit from the Guerlain counter (@Rustan's) last week, I got the Rouge G (lipstick) in 71 Rose Desir and an Ombre Éclat I Couleur (eyeshadow) in 186 L'instant D'une Ondée. The blush G was a gift from

Spring 2011: Lunasol Ocean Scene Eyes in 01 Warm Ocean, 05 Colorful Ocean

2011-02-16T10:41:00.000+08:00

If you have been reading my blog a long time, you will know that Lunasol is my favorite label for eyeshadow palettes. The quality is superb and the color combinations always work together beautifully. This Spring, they focused on the sparkle and nuance of the ocean scene, hence the name of the collection. There are 5 palettes available and they are all so gorgeous and tempting but I chose the

Happy Hearts Day NOTD

2011-02-14T16:37:00.000+08:00

Hello lovelies! Its Monday again... and its Valentine's day! I hope everyone feels the love today, with or without a date. The important thing is that we are all blessed with a heart who can feel this warm and fuzzy feeling called LOVE. OK before I get all mushy-gooey on you here's my NOTD for the occasion:left hand right hand (sorry its a bit blurry! ->shaky left hand :P) HEARTS galore! Products

Matching Lips & Nails? Esprique Precious BE280 + Heart-y NOTD

2011-02-11T10:17:00.000+08:00

I was browsing my iPhoto and came across some pics I was supposed to blog about but never got around to posting. So today I'm sharing swatches of my Beauty de Kose, ESPRIQUE PRECIOUS Dress On Glossy Rouge in BE 280, a lip gloss I purchased a long time ago, and my (unintended) matching NOTD! haha! thought it was too cute not to share. got this from gooddealer.com for USD 25.83 + S&H the flat

Love Pack from Kat! :)

2011-02-10T13:55:00.000+08:00

Just in time for Valentine's... Look what I got in the mail yesterday! From Hawaii, with love. Lots of it. :)I literally gasped in excitement when I saw the Urban Decay Primer Potions, Kat aka galpalhi of Maikatoshaberi.blogspot.com knew I wanted to try those for so long. She also gifted me with a Dior eyeshadow single in a truly gorgeous shade and a couple of Philosophy lip glosses which smell

DollyWink and Heroine Make Liquid Eyeliners Comparative Review

2011-02-08T10:45:00.002+08:00

Hello lovelies! Today I'm going to review and compare two Japanese drugstore eyeliners, DollyWink Deep Black and Heroine Make Kiss Me Black liquid eyeliners.in their original packaging, both are available at Sasa.com, prices online are a bit higher than the Sasa outlets in Hong Kong, but still very reasonable as these are drugstore brands. same tube size, obviously, I like the DollyWink

HAPPY LUNAR NEW YEAR! :)

2011-02-03T09:27:00.001+08:00

I already ate lots of lots of sweet and sticky Nian Gao aka Tikoy so all of you will stick with me al-throughout the year! ^_~Bowie says Kung Hei Fat Choi! ^_^ On a random note, I saw these festive rabbit mugs at Starbucks a while back...They're super heavy especially when filled with beverage, but so so cute! got a couple for me & Lurvey, who took the photos in this post, hence the watermark. :)

Jill Stuart Nail Lacquer N 42 Coral Drop + 44 Sweet Venus (NOTW)

2011-02-02T14:21:00.000+08:00

After that horrifying allergic reaction to Jill Stuart's Pure Lasting Makeup Base... I just want to let you know that I still love the brand (though I will be staying away from their primers. Ha!). I purchased 2 nail lacquers along with my Secret Tease Collection courtesy of sweet Jennifer, the CP princess of Hong Kong. ;)The jewel detail on top of the cap adds sparkle to the bottle's packaging.

Jill Stuart Pure Lasting Makeup Base

2011-01-31T17:13:00.000+08:00

Hello lovelies! Its the last day of January, I believe my last post was eleven days ago so let me make it up to you by posting my review for the Jill Stuart Pure Lasting Makeup Base. :)Description from the box: Makeup base to refine the look of pores for a smooth, luminous complexion. Prevents shine and extends foundation wear. Packaging is typical Jill Stuart, very cute and princessy. The

Hello Konad!

2011-01-20T17:27:00.000+08:00

After a long time lemming for it... I finally got a hold of a couple of Konad stamping nail art kits! I was surprised to see a local supermarket (Shopwise, Alabang) selling authentic Konad. Imagine me on the way to get hand soap then spotting the Konad booth, of course I stopped and shopped! Lurvey had no idea, when he caught up with me he was like, "where's the soap?" and with my puppy dog eyes

GGA Inspired Nails: Daisies For Audrey ;)

2011-01-18T12:13:00.000+08:00

Hello lovelies! I've been feeling a lot of stress lately, so last night while watching The Golden Globe Awards (encore) on TV I decided to release some tension by painting my nails. I chose a turquoise color, inspired by Alexa Chung's NOTD while she was on the red carpet interviewing celebrities. I thought it was so cute when she said that she tried to match her nails with her cue cards... Then

The Jill Stuart Secret Tease Collection

2011-01-12T20:46:00.002+08:00

Pretty and sexy, Jill Stuart's "Secret Tease Collection" is the most popular out of all the holiday coffrets released in 2010 and I think a lot of beauty bloggers will agree.The sultry and seductive lace motif is incorporated into the box packaging, which will make the one opening it more excited. I know this because I felt it! ^_^ The delicate pouch made of soft pink satin and black lace:

Cellnique Contour De-puffy Jewel Review

2011-01-06T11:14:00.000+08:00

Finally, I am now ready to share my thoughts on Cellnique's Contour De-puffy Jewel which I have been sent to review. I'm sure a lot of you are aware of this brand since a lot of beauty bloggers have reviewed various products from this brand as well. I wasn't really expecting I would get a chance to be sent something to review but here I am writing to share my experience with you! Thank you

2010 Highlights: Life and Makeup

2011-01-04T09:43:00.001+08:00

2010 was a happy year for me, even if it was the year I got sick a lot... I hope 2011 spares me of frequent sickness. *positive thinking while chugging down vitamins* Its also the year I got to develop real friendships with my fellow bloggers. I'm looking forward to getting closer to more lovely ladies this year! ^_^ Let me share with you some really good moments LAST year:✦ January, we got

New Year, New Hair Color! Liese in Sweet Pink

2011-01-02T11:31:00.000+08:00

Happy new year everyone!!! I know, I've been out of the blogosphere for a while. My alibi? The hectic holidays of course! :P I had a lot of fun spending time with my family, especially my 4 year old niece who was quite the chatterbox, OMG she just won't run out of energy! XD Anyway, today I would like to share with you my new hair hair color, I used Liese (Lee-zay) bubble hair dye in Sweet Pink.

Merry Christmas!!!

2010-12-26T09:23:00.000+08:00

and happy holidays to all my lovelies! I am truly blessed to have your friendship. :)cutie patootie Santa Bowie ^_^ I hope your Christmas is filled with love and warmth!♡,G

Canmake 5 Effects Foundation Review

2010-12-21T14:42:00.000+08:00

Canmake's newest 5 Effects Foundation combines beauty essence, sunscreen, make-up base, foundation and finishing powder all in one step.Packaging is a pink, round plastic case with angled cuts on top to resemble a precious jewel. Although a tad flimsy compared to high end foundation cases, it is the prettiest one out of all the drugstore foundations I have seen.on the upside, it is light and

Love Pack from Stellar!

2010-12-16T16:18:00.000+08:00

Imagine me fighting a flu then suddenly lighting up like a bulb when I saw this sitting on my table... Yay! A love pack from my sweet and sexy blogger babe Stellar all the way from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia! Gingy making an appearance to ward off evil stalkers! :P What's inside? a cute kitty note, Rilakkuma phone zip pouch a CARGO lip gloss and a TFS eyeshadow duo!I see these two will work well

Jill Stuart Jelly Eye Color N in 09 Midnight Shine and 10 Vintage Decor

2010-12-15T15:37:00.001+08:00

If Jill Stuart, Jelly and Shimmer are very appealing words to you, these little poopsies are definitely going in to your list after reading this post. Sorry! :P Packaging is lovely as usual, this is Jill Stuart were talking about after all...i love touching the embossed details on the carton! XD feminine detailing on the cover... scalloped edged glass pots... and fluffy eye jellies in the most

My Dose Of "Reality"

2010-12-10T10:30:00.000+08:00

Hello everyone! Sorry for being MIA this week, I have a couple of cosmetic reviews coming up in the next few days. In the meantime, I just want to share a random fact and fun news with you. :) Here's something you didn't know about me, I 'm a big reality show fan, from Laguna Beach to The Amazing Race, I lurve it. Especially The Amazing Race Asia... I always fantasize of joining the race with

Magazines: Queen, ViVi, Sweet and Steady

2010-12-03T11:47:00.000+08:00

I like to collect asian magazines, especially Japanese editions because they're bigger, have more content (picture-wise) and they come with the cutest gifts with purchase evarrr. I usually get just one (ViVi) or two when traveling, but this time I got carried away at PageOne and bought four...[Queen Autumn 2010, ViVi January 2011, steady December 2010, Sweet December 2010] Man, were they HEAVY! I

Autumn in HK Part 4: Blogger Lurve! and Haul ;)

2010-12-02T11:44:00.002+08:00

One of my favorite parts during my trip to Hong Kong was meeting Jennifer of lifeandlensofbeauty. It was my first time meeting a fellow blogger from abroad, so to tell you I was psyched would be an understatement. We met up in the afternoon, but only had 2 hours to chat and shop together so we pretty much stuck to my shopping list. Jenn helped me get some stuff from Faces, Lane Crawford and City

Autumn in HK Part 3: Central + Stanley Market + Food!

2010-12-01T14:33:00.000+08:00

Lovelies! It's December! Where did time go? ahhh... Holiday season is here once again! I can't wait to shop for kid's toys with Lurvey! As we know, Christmas is more fun for children, their faces light up whenever they open presents, that's why I always like to watch them demolish the gift wrapping on Christmas day. hahaha! I want to thank all of you who left a comment on my last post, I'm still

BREAKing News

2010-11-30T15:30:00.000+08:00

I accidentally dropped and broke my current favorite blush, CHANEL Tweed Fuschia. T.T *heavy heart, deep breaths* Such a shame because I really love this blush! *tears* on a lighter note, at least now I know how it looks like underneath the tweed overlay. Lesson learned, always put things back into the drawer after use. Better safe than sorry! G -> :'''( question is, should i get another one?

Autumn in HK Part 2: Lanvin x H&M Haul + OOTD

2010-11-30T11:36:00.000+08:00

Day 2 of our Hong Kong trip was dedicated to the launch of H&M's latest designer collaboration, Lanvin ♥ H&M! This is the first time I experienced queuing at 7 in the morning just to shop for clothes... talk about dedication and materialism. :P They gave away color-coded wrist bands/tags with corresponding shop times, earliest was 8:05am and the last batch was 11:50am-12:00 noon, the Lanvin

Autumn in HK Part 1: Hello Kitty Madness!

2010-11-29T11:40:00.001+08:00

Heya lovelies! I'm back on bloggersville!!! Sorry it took me a while, I really needed a lot of time to re-energize and catch up on sleep! =.= I traveled to Hong Kong with K of Urbanity.ph, and it was awesome! We had lots of fun adventures and misadventures as well. On our first day, we roamed around Mongkok and went to Langham Place, there's a Hello Kitty Spectacle going on, so K and I grabbed

MAC LE Lipglass in Cyndi Lauper and Lady Gaga + Mean and Green NOTD

2010-11-18T15:08:00.001+08:00

I am well aware that there are LOADS of posts about these MAC LE lipglasses featuring Cyndi Lauper and Lady Gaga, its my fault I'm so late, because I actually forgot I had them! ~ACK!anyway... If anyone is still looking for info and swatches here's my take on the glosses: Cyndi is a cute, reddish coral, very wearable... Remember, BLOTTING is key to keep ourselves from looking overdone and gross.

Urbanity Loves Coffretgorge!

2010-11-16T08:30:00.000+08:00

Hello lovelies! I've got some news to share with you today, Urbanity.ph is currently celebrating their first year anniversary and the lovely couple behind the blog has chosen G/Coffretgorge to be featured in their month-long blogger features! click on the pic (or the link) to ch-check it out!Man, I feel like a blogger! Happy Tuesday!♡,G ps. please don't mind the disgusting roots, thats all

CHANEL Pulsion

2010-11-12T16:27:00.002+08:00

It's been a while since I posted a NOTD entry eh? Well, I'll make it up to you right now. If you're on the hunt for the perfect BARBIE pink, I think this is it! I got this nail lacquer along with my CHANEL Tweed Fuschia, both part of the 2010 Holiday collection. I know there may be dupes for this out there *some say NARS Schiap, some say OPI Pink Flamenco* since its not really the most unique

G is for Gorgeous

2010-11-11T15:48:00.000+08:00

Oh dear. I know I just did a post on a blusher, but I think I'm in love with another blusher AGAIN. Just look at those blusher shades, oh and that big G embossed in the palette! I die!!! x_xGuerlain Blush G Serie Noire: Limited edition, four-tone gradational blush inspired by the Rouge G. (8085yen) Why, oh why does it have to be that expensive Guerlain?! *sigh* The ad photo is so washed out, the

Holiday 2010: CHANEL Tweed Fuschia

2010-11-09T10:51:00.001+08:00

Les Tissages De CHANEL 17 Tweed Fuchsia is my second blusher from the label, but the first one I bought myself. Blusher fiends, be prepared to be enabled. muahahaha >:)) Ok rants first: like any other CHANEL compact, the case can only open up to 90 degrees, which is annoying especially when you're trying to maximize the use of both hands. Also, the brush is useless to me, it's rough, it

Fancy Scrunchie From Evita Peroni

2010-11-04T15:19:00.001+08:00

I just dropped Php990 (approx. USD22) on a scrunchie and I'm happy as a clam. OK before you judge me, you should know that its a very versatile piece as it can be used a a bracelet, headband and as a necklace -if you like chokers. ^_~ The quality is superb and it comes with a luxe storage pouch as seen in the photo. Evita Peroni is a luxury brand from Denmark which offers fine fashion accessories

My MUJI Fix

2010-11-03T15:36:00.001+08:00

Manila's shopping scene is getting better and better every time big companies bring in the stores Filipinos like to visit when traveling abroad. Latest import is MUJI, a Japanese retail company which sells a wide variety of household and consumer goods including food, clothes and cosmetics. The first time I went there, the queue was unbelievably long! So I emptied my half-filled basket and left.

Fall 2010: NARS Beautiful Life Palette

2010-11-02T12:16:00.001+08:00

I'm officially aboard the NARS train to pigmentation! Lovelies, presenting you... my very first NARS product, the Beautiful Life palette. I got this because I thought it has good value for money, and I really wanted to try the super popular Orgasm blusher.:) The palette is housed in a LE zippered nylon case which I think is nicer than the rubbery compacts, it attracts dust and dirt like crazy,

Love Packs from K and Laru!

2010-10-29T10:11:00.001+08:00

I'm blessed with great friends, and thats no secret. ^_~ ♥ from Hong Kong: ViVi HK version, October and November issues from my best friend Laru* :) ViVi makes me happy, kawaii overload! Lots of cosme updates makeup tutorials too! ♥♥♥ ♥ from Tokyo:yummy japanese chocolates, couple chopsticks and MORE magazine with GWP Paul and Joe SISTER tote from K of urbanity.ph. I loved browsing (I cannot

CHANEL Les Khakis

2010-10-28T15:36:00.000+08:00

I know I'm so behind on this, but I still can't believe I got a hold of these three babies! So I thought, this deserves a proper post. XD When I was told by my CHANEL angel (= Sales Assistant) that the Les Khakis collection won't be making it to our shores, I just accepted it... I had to let go of the lemming. BUT days after that sad Sunday, my "bad fairy" Sol of Digital Traincase came to the

DSK Goodies!

2010-10-26T13:42:00.001+08:00

With all the focus being on dark and vampy colors during fall and winter season, leave it to Steph of DSK jewelry to make you feel all warm and fuzzy anytime of the year with springtime colors to complement your outfit! Don't get me wrong, I luuurve fall/autumn season, but there's something about vibrant colors that make me yearn for springtime colors all year round. It just looks so fresh, don't

Updates + Something CUTE :)

2010-10-21T11:39:00.008+08:00

Hello lovelies! I can't believe its Thursday already. Sorry for the lack of posts recently, I got addicted to Plants VS Zombies that's why my blogging time has been diverted into playtime. XD I already defeated Dr. Zomboss, but I'm still unlocking some mini games so i'm not done playing just yet. muahahaha >:) You know how I'm backlogged with posts (hauls, reviews, events, etc.) so I decided

Shu Uemura Powerplant 2nd Anniversary SALE

2010-10-16T17:32:00.000+08:00

Hi guys! Just a quick post today before I go and prepare a Shabu Shabu dinner for Lurvey and me! :) Shu Uemura's Flagship store in Powerplant, Rockwell is celebrating its 2nd year anniversary by hosting a series of events this coming week. Please refer to the photo below for activities and their schedules. Plus they're having a one day SALE on ALL ITEMS on October 20, 2010 (Wednesday). Just look

Becca Cream Eyeshadows: Graphite and Patina

2010-10-14T16:30:00.001+08:00

My cream eyeshadow phase hasn't ended just yet... I got these Becca babies at Adora, Greenbelt 5. They retail for Php1,750 (approx. USD40) but they had a promotion wherein selected items had 50% OFF the price, plus a "Buy One Take One" deal. Then I had a store voucher so I only paid Php375 (approx. USD9) for the two cream shadows. I love it when I get great products for cheap! Who doesn't?! :P

Rescue Beauty Lounge "No More War"

2010-10-11T15:11:00.002+08:00

The Utilitarian/Military trend is one of my favorites... Its because I'm a military brat and I grew up in a camp, seeing soldiers in their camouflage uniforms and having the best posture EVERYDAY. I have always been fascinated by their discipline and their ability to make their spine stay straight. (I wonder why it didn't rub off on me?!) :P Ok I'm rambling again, sorries! Sooo, today I would

My First Online SASA Haul ;)

2010-10-04T17:35:00.001+08:00

I feel like a kid with that title. Haha. But yes, as much as I love shopping at SASA, I have been resisting ordering from their online store for a long while up until I just couldn't anymore, I really wanted to try the FaceQ masks Blair and Eki reviewed and raved about on their respective blogs. I still have some Silk Whitia masks from my Singapore trip, they're great and all, but lately I've

Etude House Dr. Lash Ampule Long and Volume Short Review

2010-09-30T14:08:00.001+08:00

Hi everyone! Wow, is it Thursday already? How's your week going so far? I had an unfortunate start this week, that is why I haven't been motivated to blog for the past few days. But don't worry, its nothing majorly depressing, just an important lesson on handling personal matters properly. I'm wiser now. :) Moving on to the subject of this post, I know I promised to post the Etude House Lash