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The Lady Look Makeover by COLLECTION

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Guess what? I did a makeover in the picture below! Something more lady and subtle. COLLECTION calls it The Lady Look.

The lip color was actually a mixture of the 2 latest lip crayons by them – Coral Pink and Sweet Pink. Each lip crayon is retailing at $14.90 each. Other than the soft, glossy finish, the Urbanista Lip Crayon is infused with Vitamin E to keep your lips moisturized and has a long lasting coverage.

Available in 8 colors!

I like how she did my eyes and the natural lashes. The eyeshadow pencil comes in the form of a crayon too! I can’t help but love the sweet baby pink that was applied on my lids, followed by their Luscious Lashes. I picked the Natural Length Lashes to try than the Glam Volume Lashes. Only $8.90/ pair can you can use them to death!!

Review of the lashes: They have very very soft backbone so it is really easy to use.

I am so going to stock up on them. Sometimes they a;sp have the Buy 2 get 1 free kind of promotion in Watsons!! SO PRETTY~~ (The lashes I mean).

I think the price of their nail polishes is also pretty amazing. Only $3.90/bottle. Seriously????? yes yes yes!! Available in 8 shades!!

2 products which are also new in COLLECTION are the Eyebrow Kit and 5 in 1 Mascara!

Ladies like us love to change our hair color every now and then, so 3 different shades of brown are here for the rescue! (Don’t tell me that you have no idea that your brows should be of the same tone as your hair color!! The Eyebrow Kit is retailing at $16.90 – comes with an angled brush inside too!

The Does It All Mascara ($17.90) has a 5 in 1 function (curled, volumised, lengthened, conditioned and long-lasting) and is available in 2 colors – Black and Ultra Black Waterproof.

Some other products that COLLECTION carries…

Their famous glitter eyeliner!!

I bought Xinyi with me and we couldn’t stop camwhoring after the makeover. The lighting at the place we took a break at has good lightings too!!

Why are you so pretttttttyyyy…

One last picture with the all the Collection Cosmetics on my face!

Just so you know, COLLECTION Cosmetics is available in selected Watsons stores, BHG Bugis, Pop-up store in Cineleisure Level 2 and Robinsons Orchard!

Collection Cosmetics’ Bright and Glow

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My previous entry of not using foundation isn’t a lie. I may not have stopped applying it for consecutively 7 days, but almost 2 weeks have passed and I think I only had foundation on for 3 days out of that 10-11 days?

I also took the opportunity to explore more BB/CC cream/cushion. One of the many was the latest Collection Cosmetics’ Bright and Glow BB Cream. The range also comes with a compact powder.

You can now restore your radiance with brighter, luminous skin from Collection!

The candy/cakes/pastries served during the looked too good that I actually sinned. Talk about dieting. I FAILED SO BADLY.

Alright, back to the main point of this entry.

Collection also demonstrated on how we can use their products for contouring.

I like the 2 palettes above al ot. I can bring one palette out and yet has 4 options with me.

Try using a deeper shade for contouring and blend it well. Your entire face will look sharper and has a more 3D effect.

The texture of the BB cream is extremely light and contains mineral pigments that evens out the uneven skin tone and conceals your imperfection (that is if you have any). Even though it is SPF30, I still apply sunblock under the BB cream.

It comes in two shades, Light to Medium and Medium to Dark. Only retailing at $16.90 each.

What I like about the compact foundation is the ability to control oil but still keeping the skin hydrated. The reflective powders in the compact provide a shine-free, flawless effect ALL DAY LONG.

The powder also contains Available in four shades and retailing at $18.90 each.

We have already tried. Have you?

You can find Collection Cosmetics in selected Watsons stores, BHG and at their pop-up store in Cineleisure level 2!

Read more about Collection here.

Your eyes tell a thousand stories

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Just finish shooting for a blogshop yesterday and I think I found my favourite pair of eye lashes yesterday.

I ran out of my usual black eyeliner which I had always used and my old pair of eye lashes which I always wear for events/shoot died on me after more than 20 uses.

And this is also the time where I open up new make up products which I had previously received from the previous events/ parcels to try.

This post, is totally not an advert but a honest review of my current favorites.

I have brown hair, so generally, I would draw my brows brown as well. Most korean girls have brown brows as well!

My current brow liner is from K-Palette which I have been using everyday for months. I have to draw my brows everyday so a pencil like this would only last me for 2-3 months.

One of my new found loves is this dark brown eyeliner from Collection Cosmetics!

I am currently using the bottle on the right. The brush makes it easier to draw winged lines. I would only use gel/ liquid eyeliner because I have tried a lot of different brands of pencil eyeliner and they ALWAYS smudge on me even when it says smudge-proof.

The down part is that I am experiencing a tingling sensation each time I applied it. But the pain would only last for a second or two. I am the kind who would suffer that one second just to look good for the next 12 hours. The eyeliner has proved itself to be lasting!

Eyelashes, the thicker the better. The darker, the bigger.

I went for brown, instead of black this time round.

I love how natural it looked on my eyes!!

I have eyeliner and eyelashes on my eyes but the overall still produces a soft and natural look!! 2 thumbs and 2 toes up!!

In case you wanna know, the lashes that I am currently using is from Star Lash, model number DB17.

My previous pair of lashes was also from Beauty Direct – the distributor for Star Lash. The make up artist used Hollywood lashes for me for the TVC for Hada Labo. And I wore it for more than 4 months before it finally decided to give way.

I didn’t use it everyday but it was used for at least 20 times I guess? I felt that it is worth every penny so I have decided to get another box (10 pairs in a box) from them again! Trust me, I am not those who would spend money on eye lashes. If I buy it, it means it’s good.

Christmas with Crabtree & Evelyn

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Can you feel the festive season in the air already?

Discover the secret Garden gift collection by Crabtree & Evelyn, explore a magical, natural world this festive season. Inspired by the wonder of an undiscovered English winter garden, the collection epitomizes the essence of Crabtree & Evelyn.

The Secret Garden gift collection offers a wide assortment of gifts for all ages and price points, housed in limited edition keepsake boxes and bags.

The picture below is from the Noel Home Fragrance Collection. Noel is an irresitible blend of fresh balsams, persimmon and citrus fused with spicy star anise, clove and nutmeg. This classic gragrance is warming and welcoming.

The Fragranced Botanicals is priced at $48/pack while the candle is priced at $38, $50 or $70 depending on it’s size.

Mini Floral Hand Therapy Sampler is only priced at $30/box. You can try all 3 therapy in a box. Well valued for money.

Everyone’s favourite. Evelyn Rose Ultimate Luxuries at $178 – This evolved interpretation of crabtree & Evelyn’s signature scent blends a timeless collection of English roses with the exclusive Evelyn Rose for a fragrance with unique charm. Perfect gift for woman who is both feminine and graceful with an understated elegance providing a subtle hint to her sensuous nature.

Iris Ultimate Luxuries – $138. A treat for any lady who loves a little luxury. This beautiful box contains a bottle of Iris Eau de Toilette, Bath & Shower Gel, Body Lotion, Hand Therapy and a compact mirror in silver.

You can also find different collections in stores.

Not forgetting the cookies. We know that Crabtree & Evelyn has fabulous packing for their delectable cookies and this year, with no exceptions, they are here again!

2 tall tins of assorted biscuits at $35 while 3 at $40.

This heritage biscuit barrel is probably the cutest! It is priced at $68 for 500g. I like the container!

Ginerbread Men are also available in a tin at $28.

You can even skip the wrapping of the presents because all of the items are nicely packed! Save you some time and best for last minute christmas shopping!

Hop over to any Crabtree & Evelyn to check them out! 🙂

Collection Cosmetics is now in Singapore!

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I really like exploring make ups and will never hesitate to review or try on new makeups. So just few days ago, I went to the media launch of Collection. This is one of the top make up brands in the UK and now, it is finally available in Singapore!!

They had so many dazzling make ups and lip stains that totally made me go gah gah. I am really a sucker for lip stains.

However, the first range which caught my eye yesterday was these glittery colourful eyeliners. I could feel parties and christmas in them. lol.

You can also dab some onto your fingers and apply them like some glittery eye shadows.

Eyeshadows. Can I just have all of them please? Different palette can create different looks. Totally digging the first 2 on the left.

And now, to my favourite lip stains!

This is the lip gloss series which I applied on that night. I had a pinkish base (from one of their lipstick as well) and top it off with the first lip gloss on the left to create a wet and pouty look.

This series caught my attention because it comes with a mirror at the side so you can actually apply it anywhere, anytime, conveniently. You can save the hassle of looking for a toilet just to re-apply the lip colour.

Swatches in order as seen in the picture above. I like the 3rd from the left and 2nd from the right! As you can see, I love reddish tones more 🙂

One more highlight from the range is the illuminating lights! It lights up automatically when you open the tube. So you can apply it when you’re in the dark as well. Clubs maybe?!

Call me a mountain turtle but these lip colours look like markers to me. And being said that, they are extremely easy to apply! It’s exactly the same on how you would use a marker. And so does the effect. It gives off a matt finish but leaves your lips colored and pouty.

Next up is this cute little cream puff! The tube is really as cute as it’s name.

It is available in 4 different shades.

So we were required to test out the products and create a pop diva look with them.

For me, pop diva is red lips and rosy cheeks.

So here’s me with my usual make up.

Still me, before any of the products were applied.

After:

I drew a longer and waved eyeliner with their waterproof eyeliner and ended it with their bronze glittery eyeliner.

Black eye shadow was also applied minimally.

As for the cheeks, I used the bottom left and right for the warmer feel. Although I know it looked more like the 2 tones above, but I guess it was all because of the lighting.

Also, don’t you just love the lip colour in the picture? OMG. I am so going to get that lipstick.

The side profile of my face looks really sharp here. Hahahaha. Not sure if I love all make ups or do I just simply love Collection.

Just some information on the prices, Collection Cosmetics are pretty valued for money because they are cost slightly lesser but has a huge range of different varieties. You really can’t get bored with them because they have a lot of colours which you can create the different looks with.

As funky and as pop as the picture below!

You can find Collection at selected Watson’s outlets

Ngee Ann City, North Point, Star Vista, United Square, Tampines Mall or Toa Payoh.

Visit them at their Facebook page for more information: https://www.facebook.com/CollectionSG or their website at www.collectioncosmetics.com.sg

BATA Spring Summer 2013 Collection

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Bata Singapore unveiled their Spring Summer Collection 2013 which includes bags and shoes. Just like their usual style, the new collection is also comfortable, fashionable and affordable.

I believe Bata is a very familiar brand to Singaporeans although they are originated from Czech Republic more than a hundred years ago.

I would say that I grew up with Bata because Bata is my only shoe shop for my different outfits when I was still a kid. I used to buy my Bubblegum toddler’s and school shoes from them.

But Bata has now changed. They are not only known for school shoes. Just so you know, their designers keep up with the trend by playing with the colours and design for every of their collection.

We were first introduced to the different styles for both men and women.

Now, let us take a look at some of their Spring Summer Collection for 2013.

I bet the bloggers who attended the event were too lost and have no idea which to pick because there were too many to choose from!

For the guys;

For formal to dinners of PU leather. One thing about PU, it is CHEAP and available in different shades.

The more premium collection of authentic leather.

For the casual.

It was love at first sight with the red one and I almost wanted to pick this for my brother (Picture don’t do justice to the shoe).

I love simplicity too.

There were quite a few bags available as well from for business to casual.

This is one of their briefcase from the collection.

For the ladies;

Likewise, new bags and shoes are available.

I kind of like the combination of the colours for the pair on the left.

Isn’t this cute?

Ballerina flats of different colours to match with the season and you can never go wrong with them.

One of the black studded sling bag which some of the bloggers picked.

My pick at the end 🙂

EXTREMELY love this pair because of it’s simple yet trendy design and it is made of real leather.

The plus point for this is that my feet don’t even hurt after walking for more than 8 hours in them despite a little height. That’s how comfortable it is!!

I can hardly find shoes with height that allows me to walk for more than 5 hours. Not that there aren’t, but it’s just rare (for me because my pain tolerance is pretty low).

I also picked a bag for my dad for his work because his bag kind of give way the other day and I saw something that he might like!! I was labeled a Daddy’s girl by some bloggers that night. HAHAHA.

A contest will be up on Bata Singapore‘s Facebook page for the look that we had created.

Remember to cast a vote for me when it is up okay? 😀 I WILL REMIND YOU!

Outfit of the day:
Top: Labellavita
Bandage skirt: Can’t remember
Watch: Aigner
Tote: Coach

The Bata Spring Summer Collection 2013 will be out in stores from 1st of March onwards. Happy shopping!