Chic & Sassy Homemaker

S&R Shopping Everyday

2012-05-30T11:05:00.001+08:00

Everyday is a bit over, maybe every other day, or every other two days. *LoL It's fairly recent that we found ourselves addicted to S&R... moving to Manila makes Clark Duty Free Shopping something to be thoroughly missed, so we found ourselves applying for membership at S&R BGC. And then we find ourselves loving the food from the food service plus the bakery, so much so that hubby had to get a extension card with added fees of course, so he can visit there as much as he please during work days and get our refills of baked goodies. So is the membership fee of Php 700 (+ Php 400 for the extension) worth it? I guess so. ^_*

S&R at Bonifacio Global City. The Food Service/Restaurant was jampacked during the Mother's Day weekend.

S&R Bonifacio Global City Shopping Area

S&R San Fernando Pampanga Dining and Shopping Area. The dining area here is bigger and more organized. I find that there are more lines and brands available in the toiletry section in S&R Pampanga than the S&R BGC's. Pricing here is relatively almost competitive with Clark's duty free shops.

SALE finds. We bought a couple of pack of these Keebler Soft Batch Choco Chip (Sale Price Php 99/ Expiring July 2012) in S&R BGC, as expected days after when we went back, it's OOS (out of stock). So when I visited last time in Pampanga, I bought 6 packs. We finished the first pack before I took the photo, haha. ;-D I wasn't a fan of this Keebler Soft Batch at first, we're more the Chocolate Lovers kind, but after trying them warm (in the microwave), the Soft Batch Cookies are love, love, love. Chase, my 6-yr old son, adores these much.

The fresh section offers a variety of fruit choices as well. Take the Driscoll's strawberries which Chase picked.

Strawberry Love...it's huge! ;-D Oh my, a pack of Driscoll's sells for Php 400+, it was a treat for Chase.

Lemon Berry Ring Cake is our favorite from all others, we tried the Apple Berry, the Rum Cake, but we like this the most.

The Chicken Ceasar Salad Php 160+ available at the Food Service. I adore this much. ;-D

And my other favorite part, shopping for home care and hair care products...Downy, Dove Nourishing Oil Care Conditioner with Argan Oil, Ajax Liquid Bleach Detergent.

S&R is perhaps our version of Costco Warehouse Shopping. There are a lot of product samplings and demos in store, so it gets pretty fun. Although, most are sold in big/wholesale sizes, so if you're in the mood to stack up, this is a good way. Local products are priced about the same in the local supermarkets, except you have to buy in packs of two's, three's etc. And the lines are not complete. But the basic and the fast-moving SKU's are available. Surprisingly, some items (e.g. Dentiste Toothpaste) is sold cheaper here for Php 220+ vs. supermarket's Php 250+. The best part is the SALE Promotions, and they're such great finds too, take the cookies for example, the expiration date is still a couple of months away, vs. the usual days or week/s. So most are still good finds. Sometimes, they put a product on discounts, such that it's almost the same as US selling price. Although Costco Shopping remains the undisputed haven for retail therapy because of coupons, and hefty discounts on some selected promoted items and on wholesale packs, but since Costco or duty free shopping is a couple of miles away plus a hundred/thousand pesos flight away, I'm happy with S&R. LoL* But mind you, the food selections, although limited, are actually compelling enough to visit S&R. ;-D...super looking forward ~~and saving~~ for next big S&R sale. Cheers! ;-D

Review: Kanebo Kate Pencil Eyeliner + FOTD

2012-05-28T09:03:00.002+08:00

Hello. Hello. I'm back. I'll kick it off with a beauty post. Yay! Not to preempt but, my, my, I have to say that the Kanebo Kate is most definitely my go-to pencil eyeliner. ;-D

Kanebo Kate Pencil Eyeliner BK-1 sells for Php 720 at SM Megamall Watsons Counter

Product Feature: An Eyeliner Pencil that works like a liquid eyeliner. Source: Official Kate Website

It is an automatic eyeliner pencil. Unlike a retractable eyeliner, once you twist it up (click, click), that's it. You can't pull it back down, so you have to be careful on turning, so as not too twist it too far. 2 or 3 clicks can do the trick, depending on how thin or thick you want the line to be. Since you have to work on it sideways, I reckon to just go for 2-3 clicks, then extend it some more as I go along.

Swatch. The pigment, the velvety finish, and the lasting power are superb.

Staying Power...for the win! (That's a big drop of water!) After several painstaking rubbing, which in fact left my arm red with that much effort exerted to test it out, it can stay smudge-free and can survive usual eye rubbing and scratching. I consciously make an effort to avoid doing so, or else Hello Wrinkles! Similarly, it takes some effort to remove it too. My regular facial wash won't do, to hasten the process, a make-up remover (or wipes) would do the trick, although it need not be the strongest kind.

The "thick"-because-I'm-in-a-hurry line. *LoL with some shimmers from the Skin Food Byulsatang Lip and Eye Tint.

The 'thinner' line. Base: Urban Decay Eyeshadow Primer Potion. Eye Shadow: Urban Decay Vegan Palette URB/ Urban Decay 15th Anniversary Palette VANILLA/ Mascara: Majolica Majorca Lash Expander Frame Plus Eyeliner: Kanebo Kate Pencil Eyeliner. I have more FOTD's with it after my MUD-Manila makeup class, I'd made sure to practice, practice, practice ;-D P.S. Photo taken after a very long day. So I don't look as fresh. But the eye makeup still looks great, methinks. ;-D

#Instagram FOTD: Face: Hera HD Foundation Moist No 21/ Lips: Majolica Majorca Rouge Majex over NYX Edge Pink Lip Liner.

What's to love?

The pigment and the lasting power exude a liquid-type overall effect.
The thin, pointy pencil type allows for a firm and precise grip for that easier application. It's thinner than your average pencil eye liners.
With minimal 'erasures' per se, means less rubbing = 0/Less Irritations

Overall, applying eyeliner every so often can still be an ordeal for me, although, it's my must have for that everyday, and my much coveted a la Korean Drama Star-esque effect. I've some great liquid eyeliners finds, but still, a pencil-type is still the quickest way for me to achieve the look. I'm on a look out for a superb pigment, lasting power, and versatility to draw thin and thick lines. After trying out Kanebo Kate's eyeliner lines, this type suited me best. It allows for precise eye lining application, so yes, it's an innovative eye pencil liner, indeed. At first, I was hesitant, because it's not retractable per se, but fret not, the clicking sounds from twisting and turning tell on that it requires conscious effort just how far back to extend it. More often than not, I like to work with a sizable 'pencil', so I usually turn it a few more after my initial lining. And then I do it again for the next eye. Will I repurchase? Definitely. I have a friend who's going to Japan for a visit this June, I plan to try a lot more. ;-D Although it seemed the SRP (Suggested Retail Price) is just about Php 50+ lesser in Japan (I wonder), so if there's a sale at the Watsons, it's more compelling to buy locally instead. So could this be my Holy Grail of Pencil Eyeliners? Oh yes, most definitely!

Retail Therapy: SkinFood and Innisfree Shopping

2012-05-23T11:49:00.004+08:00

Annyeonghaseyo! Here's a quick shopping spree post. You ought to know any Seoul-ful related activity (shopping, dining, and KDrama) is an easy-peasy source of momentary euphoria for yours truly. #SuperficialMuch Oh well...

Got my SkinFood Ph Privilege Card. Great timing, when I went to back to Pampanga (I'm still here by the way for a family emergency!) Marquee Mall was on a 3-Day Sale, and so was SkinFood. Got these (Byulsatang Lip & Eye Tint No 2 Gold Star and Milk Coral, SkinFood Orange and Mint Body Wash) at 50% off. The Gold Star (Eye Tint) is more of a highlighter. While I have initial concerns on the pigments of most SkinFood lip tints, a full application of a matching lip liner shade can do the the trick. Let's see about this. I like the initial scent of the body wash, it reminds me of my fave Bath & Body Works Nectarine Mint line.

My recent eBay wins...SkinFood Choco Smoky Nail Kit in Chic Brown. Please watch out for the coming N.O.T.D. post. ;-D

Trial Packs of Innisfree Eco Science Wrinkle Spot Essence. I buy these by tens. :-D Seriously addicting. Hmmm, besides having Lee Min Ho on Team Innisfree #FanGirlMode, in time, I'm about to ready to jump ship to everything-Innisfree for my skincare must have's...will see about that. ;-D

I have more eBay wins and buys. I'll share them asap. Something's up, so I'm not yet on a giddy, smiley-laden posting mode... still trying to get a good hinge.

Cheers! :-D Any great Korean shopping finds? I would love to hear about them, so please do share. ;-D

My Week: Highlight & Lowlight

2012-05-21T12:03:00.001+08:00

Hello. Hello. I'm here. There's some major happenings in my life, as in! I've been out and about celebrating successes, job hunting, getting myself a life insurance, attending media events, Korean Cosmetics shopping, and/or majorly fighting my way up to some bad and ugly circumstances along the way...oh well, c'est la vie! The bad are hospital, emergency, and ICU visits. I will not dwell on these, greatest takeaway in all of these, to be always grateful...come what may. I pray not to falter.

Credit: Source

Oh well! I'm saying a bright and sunny H.E.L.L.O. to Monday! Cheers! ;-D #PositiveVibes

5 Star Luxury Hotel in Manila Launches www.sofitelmanila.com

2012-05-16T00:30:00.000+08:00

Bonjour! It was such a treat when I attended Sofitel Philippine Plaza's official website launching, www.sofitelmanila.com. Sofitel is Manila’s only five-star luxury resort hotel, and I look forward to every visit and stays. My son adores hotel stay so much, such that he fondly refers to it as #fancyliving. Yay! ;-D In our effort to make every moment count, we make it a point to check out hotel websites and related travel reviews. More often than not, I find hotel websites not only lacking in details, but also too complicated to navigate. The new official site of Sofitel Manila reinvents the whole hotel website navigating experience to a whole new pleasing online soiree.

Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila...Standing tall next to sparkling Manila Bay.

Check out Sofitel Manila's Imperial Residence. I've been there, even just for a tour! *LOL C'est Magnifique!

Le Spa at a glance. Since I missed the tour to it, and being the spa junkie that I truly am, I had to check it out, and the virtual tour available at the website shows off the luxe offerings of Le Spa...where French Savoir-Faire meets warm Filipino touch, as luxurious treatments are designed to refresh and renew the body, mind and spirit.

And when you book a room from the website, Sofitel guarantees you these...Best Price, Quality of Servie, Real-time Availability, and Secure Online Payment, plus among other luxury offerings that comes from Sofitel.

With the picture perfect images and intricate details easily accesible to a touch of a button, website navigating becomes so engaging and truly compelling for an actual world-class experience. The superb functionality of the site, be it for a room and/or event booking, appointment or inquiries to Sofitel's several dining, recreational and wellness facilities, is equally notable. The website also features Sofitel Luxury Hotels worldwide offers, and allows guests to sign up for hotel newsletter subscriptions. Best of all, the state-of-the art virtual tours are available so that guests may virtually walk-through the hotel and its facilities from any part of the world.

Here are some photos I took on my actual visit to Sofitel Manila. I'll do a ~~novelized~~ more detailed post asap on my Sofitel Luxury Experience (seriously, to-die-for food & desserts, and my Imperial Residence tour). ;-D

Sofitel's iconic Lagoon-shaped Outdoor Pool...French Elegance on a Vibrant Tropical Setting indeed! ;-D

Oui! Hermès for Hotel Amenities are available on the more pricey rooms and suites.

Fret not, L'Occitane is the standard hotel amenities. I actually have a share of these niceties because hubby gets to stay here for business meetings every so often, and I do tend to remind him ~~over and over again~~ to take these home. Yay! I love L'Occitane, I buy the full sizes at the shop. ;-D

With the state-of-the-art conference rooms, Sofitel is set to deliver Inspired Meetings. So true! After the website launch, which also coincided with the launch of the Elite Blogger Search Program, I'm compelled to aspire. ;-D

With the high-caliber website feature offerings, it appears that relieving/planning/dreaming the whole grand experience of a Sofitel stay and visit is just a site away.

For bookings and inquiries, visit www.sofitelmanila.com, Facebook (Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila), Twitter (SofitelManila) and YouTube (Sofitel Manila Hotel).

IPANEMA Urban Jungle Collection...Spoil Your Sole

2012-05-15T12:13:00.005+08:00

Hello again. This is just another great happening to show and tell. Last week, I was invited to Ipanema's Urban Jungle Fashion Show... to quote my son, it's ~~legend of~~ awesomeness overload.

The Bonifacio High Street Activity Center transformed into a mystical and magnificent Ipanema Fashion Runway with the sight and sounds reminiscent of the Urban Jungle.

The host was this supposed funny and quirky Caterpillar, who will eventfully transformed into a glamorous butterfly as its fellow animals strutted their way into the urban jungle, a place where there is boundless freedom to express one’s definitive flair and need for comfort. Indeed, it was a runway spectacle like no other. AMEN to that. WOW! ;-D Two guests were asked to step up the stage, and had the chance to try out and to own a pair. Nice. ;-D

Here are some shots I took. As my better Canon DSLR was taking a trip to Beijing without me yet again (LOL*), I had to settle with my iPhone4s to document. I was seated 3rd row (I was late, and missed the cocktails...boo me!).

The Vibrant and Sophisticated Peacock.

The Soaring Eagle.

The Sleek and Agile Pack of Wolves

The Sexy and Imperial Snake.

The Urban Jungle Mystical Animal Ensemble for the roaring finale.

It was such a feast for the senses. Theatrics aside, the whole fanfare is enchanting....the stage, the set-up, the lights, the sounds, the models' transformation to mystical jungle creature with their energy, costumes, makeup, coiffures and all. And then, there is of course my weakness... shoe wears! ;-D I have a handful pairs of IPANEMA flip-flops. My earliest pairs go as far back as 2007, and they are still very much alive, as in! But with their continuing releases of artful collections, I can't help but to get a new pair every so often. ;-D

A sneak peek of Ipanema's Urban Jungle Collection. Here are some of my favorites. ;-D What's yours? ;-D

Oh! So. Pretty! ;-D Oh! My!

For more information, visit the IPANEMA Philippines official Facebook fan page (www.facebook.com/IpanemaPhilippines)

$600 Cash Prize ++ Father's Day Giveaway *Open Worldwide

2012-05-14T00:30:00.000+08:00

Hello. Hello. My belated Mother's Day greetings to my mommy friends and readers. I'm MIA (missing in action) for a while...whew, but I'm back to kick off your Monday with an awesome Father's Day Giveaway. I had a special Mom's Day, wouldn't it be nice to treat one lucky Dad/Hubby to have his fill of wants, whims, and needs for his special day?

Together with these amazing hosts, voiceBoks, Good Steward Savers, Terri's Little Haven, Cute-Ecakes, Giveaway Promote, and Linkie's Contest Linkies, I've teamed up with several bloggers from all over to to take part to what could be the Daddy of Father's Day Giveaway ever. ;-D

$600 Cash Prize plus $100 Restaurant Gift Card. Opens Worldwide.

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PrintRunner Business Cards Giveaway *USA only

2012-05-05T13:53:00.001+08:00

Hi! Lately, every so often, I find myself needing business cards in the name of Chic Sassy Mom Des, the mommy/lifestyle blogger. #Nice! ;-D So this giveaway collaboration with PrintRunner, an online printing company based in Southern California, is a welcome opportunity to finally get myself a set of business cards.

PrintRunner is offering one (1) reader of Chic & Sassy Homemaker a set of Business Card .

Giveaway Details:

250 pcs. Business Card Size and Style Business Cards - 2 x 3.5 (Standard)

Colors 4/4 Color Both Sides

Paper 14 pt. UV Coating on Front, 14 pt. UV Coating on both sides,

Proof: NONE

Rounded Corners:NO

No Cash Equivalent

3 Business Days Turnaround

Standard shipping Fee is for free. Expedited shipping will be shouldered by the winner

Restrictions:

Giveaway is open to US Residents only, ages 18 years old and above.

Winners are allowed to win a PrintRunner sponsored giveaway only once over a two-month period.

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Disclaimer: I did not receive a compensation for his giveaway. Although, I will receive a set of business cards for hosting this. I have yet to receive the items, so I cannot speak of the quality of PrintRunner for online business card printing.

Max's Restaurant and Body Shop Mom's Day Treat

2012-05-05T11:53:00.000+08:00

Mother's Day is just in a week's time, and Max's Restaurant, home to the world's famous Sarap-to-the-Bones' (good to the last bite) Fried Chicken, is taking the already exceptional dining experience a notch higher, by concocting a pampering treat for moms this Mother's Day.

Bent on ensuring that diners will have an exciting and unforgettable experience on Mother’s Day, Max’s Restaurant has partnered with global cosmetics and beauty brand Body Shop in coming up with a heartwarming surprise for the most special woman in our lives.

Mechanics: Starting May 7 -13, 2012, family members who will be celebrating Mother’s Day at Max’s Restaurant with a minimum spend of PhP 1,300 will be receiving a luxurious bottle of Body Shop’s Shower Gel... soap-free, lather-rich and fruit-infused! It’s the perfect gift to pamper MOM on her special day. Read detailed promo mechanics here.

Event Launching...

It was a pleasure to be a part of the press launch, held at Max's Scout Tuazon, home and the founding branch of Max's Restaurant, "the house that fried chicken built. The event was hosted by Celebrity Mom Lyn Ching-Pascual. I'm wowed by her charm, engaging personality, and her wittiness. It's always inspiring to be with power moms alike. ;-D

Attendees of the Press Lauch, Mommy Bloggers and other Media representatives, were treated to luncheon feast for an early Mother's Day tribute. Guests were gifted with flowers, The Body Shop goodies, Cupcakes from Max's Corner Bakery, and Gift certificates.

Max's Assist. Marketing Manager for Dine In and Take Out, Ms. Cathy Perez-See, and Max' s Assistant Marketing Manager for Regional and Franchise, Ms. Jessa Bien, Celebrity Mom Lyn Ching, and Ms. Rolyn Tumbaga, Corporate Sales and Business Dev't. Mgr. for Body Shop Ph, joined in the unveiling of the Mother's Day promotion in store for diners.

We were all treated for a sumptuous feast with Max's Restaurant well-loved Filipino dishes...Sinigang sa Hipon, Fried Chicken, Kare-Kare, Lechon Kawali. Oh Yum! ;-D

Starting May 7, Max's Restaurant is further enjoining us to savor the home-cooked goodness of Max's signature dishes. Let's celebrate everyday meals and special occasions at Max's. The promotion is available at Max’s branch nationwide.

Review: SkinFood Lavender Tea Salt Mask Foam

2012-05-03T16:00:00.003+08:00

Annyeong! It's back to regular programming...Korean-related beauty post. ^_^

SkinFood Lavender Tea Salt Mask Foam is my latest wash-off mask addiction by SkinFood.

I got a trial pack initially as gift with purchase from my eBay shopping. It's love at first try. I bought more after.

SkinFood Lavender Tea Salt Mask Foam Product Description: A foaming cleanser infused with lavender tea and Himalayan salt that helps moisturize skin while washing away dirt and oil. Leaves skin soft and supple, like a facial mask does.

How to use: Dispense an ample amount onto wet palms and lather. Massage skin and wash off with lukewarm water. Splash with cold water for astringent effects.

Swatch. It's truly lavender-scented. ;-D With a littlest grains of salt a la iodized salt sizing. When you massage them, they melt...~~and it taste salty~~. LOL*

Seriously addicting. ;-D

I'm addicted, you can tell, I take time to cut them open just to make sure I used a pack to its fullest. LOL* After a while, you can tell that there's more in the sachet, it's just it's so hard to get it out. A pack is good for 2-3 times use, good for a week, when use every other day.

I adore exfoliating masks!!! In terms of personal preference, I have to rank the SkinFood Lavender Tea Salt Mask first, with SkinFood Black Sugar Mask as the second, and the Rice Mask as third. While all aforesaid masks leave my face squeaky clean, nourished, and supple, the Lavender Tea Salt Mask addresses some qualms related to the Black Sugar Mask with it having a bit of sizable sugar grains for its exfoliating beads. Plus, I still enjoy a lingering relaxing lavender-scented skin regimen, which is a minus point for an almost unscented Rice Mask. This makes the Lavender Tea Salt Mask, the go-between for those with sensitive skin, and choosy scent preference. So this is a winner. There's a green tea version, but since most of my facial cleansers are already green tea-infused and scented, a lavender is a welcome variety.

Me, Myself, & I...After a luxurious Lavender tea Salt Mask indulgence.

...and the Instagram version. LOL*

A trial/sample pack sells for Php 20 each from BHappywithme, the 170g full size is also available for Php 500++. I'll definitely get a full size very soon, it's just that I'm juggling usage with so many other Korean masks, and I can only use so much in a week's time. LOL* But I recommend this for all skin-types, it gives off the right moisturizing without the greasy feel at all, the deep cleansing without over drying...and so on and so forth. No breakouts too. Plus, if you're a fan of lavender-scented goodies, this will not disappoint. Cheers! ;-D

Matryoshka Dolls...from Russia with Love ;-D

2012-05-03T10:37:00.003+08:00

Hello everyone! Due to my insistent ~~public~~ demand LOL*, hubby surprised me with three sets of Russian Nesting/Stacking Dolls. Awww... #Speechless

Matryoshka Dolls and other Trinkets and Keepsakes. How nice! Wow! ;-D He's been told that it was best to buy in the shops since these are displayed outdoors, with the dolls' wooden materials and all.

Our Matryoshka Dolls ... #iLove!;-D My Precious!

Russian Dolls are set of wooden dolls decreasing in sizes, stack over one another. There's no specific count on just how much dolls in a set. The details on sizing went to as having a ~~super~~ mini doll as the last piece.

This set is the most expensive of the three, despite having only 5 'baby' dolls. Primary reason for pricing is the intricacy and details of designs. This set goes for 3030 Russian Rouble, that's about Php 4300 (USD 103). Oh wow! The fairytale themed dolls go as high as a Php 10000. And then there are those deemed collector's item which are priced higher.

Apparently, more detailed designs (Russian Churches, Castles, houses etc.) vs. basic floral prints, and other mediums of designs, such as the gold lining made this set more expensive.

Russian Doll Set with a 9-piece part.

This set with the tallest 'Mommy' Doll is the least pricey for 1,500 Russian Rouble.

Great! #DreamComeTrue... I'm super delighted and grateful. He got some Russian Chocolates too. I'll do a separate post. Haay, Russia is such a fascinating place...too bad I wasn't able to come, maybe in the future. And I'll definitely get more dolls. Cheers! ;-D

Sale Time and Gift with Purchase

2012-05-01T17:51:00.003+08:00

#SaleTime this Friday, hmmm... ;-D

Save the date! May 4-6, 2012 for the SM Megamall 3-Day Sale ;-D There's an ongoing photo contest just in case, you might want to check it out.

Here's a belated post of our sale finds for the recently concluded Debenhams' sale.

April 11, 2012 - One Day Preview Sale for Debenhams' Loyalty Card Holder

Bluezoo Boy's Tee and Skinny Jeans for Chase. Debenhams is Chase's foremost wardrobe source. ;-D

Mine. Bluezoo Girl's Age 9-10 Black Top with a beaded/glitzy Dalmatian Pup. Yay for me! It's meant to be a sweater for girls. LOL*

Get a free Debenhams Eco Tote Bag for every Php 3000 single receipt purchase. Nice! ;-D #GiftwithPurchase

Hmmm...this Friday, let's see. ;-D Cheers!

What's Cooking? *Pix Heavy

2012-05-01T15:52:00.000+08:00

Hello everyone! See us in our toques and aprons, ~~sweating~~ slicing and dicing, kneading and stirring...here are the sumptuous details of the One Hyundai Club Life in Style: Little Chef event at the Center of Culinary Arts (CCA) Manila in Katipunan Avenue.

Carbonara Overload. One of those platter of Pasta Carbonara is our creation. Yay! ;-D One Hyundai Club Life in Style invited us to a half-day cooking course at CCA-Manila for the Litte Chef Event, one of several more lifestyle events in store for members of One Hyundai Club.

Celebrity Chef Mom, Rosebud Benitez, and Chef Michael Bautista did a cooking demo of the Pasta Carbonara at the USDA Kitchen. Then we're off to the CCA kitchens for the pizza dough demo, and for our share of making the Pizza Supreme, Pasta Carbonara, and Picnic Fruit Punch. Photo Credit: One Hyundai Club Life in Style FB Page

The invite mentioned only Little Chef, so it was a pleasant surprise that parents would also be part of the activity. We're loving our Toques and Aprons. #Feeling

How to make pizza dough from scratch. Chase, so serious! ;-D I tell you, it looks easy when the chefs did it, but it's not! We had help to get ours done. But it sure was fun trying it out. Maybe next time, we'll get it right.

Chase frying the bacon for the carbonara. #SoCute

Our Carbonara. It's hubby's favorite dish. So we're thrilled for the chance to learn it. #Career Photo Credit: One Hyundai Club Life in Style FB Page

Pasta Carbonara ;-D

Trying out the pizza sauce.

Our Pizza Supreme without cheese yet. We then topped it with mozzarella and parmesan cheese.

Certified Pasta Carbonara, and Pizza Supreme Chef LOL*...with Chef Rosebud and Chef Michael.

Thanks to One Hyundai Club for a delightful afternoon. It was a great day to bond with Chase, as in. Although, we were pressed for time, I still let him do his share of dough kneading, frying, stirring, and food tasting. I take pleasure in seeing Chase exploring culinary arts. He had such a big appetite after, to devour the Pasta Carbonara that we cooked. He has taken a fancy to the state of the art kitchen of CCA's USDA training room, and that's quite a high bar to benchmark when it comes to managing his expectations in the future. ;-D

Off we go to enhancing our culinary powers. Yay!

This is just one of several more lifestyle events in store for One Hyundai Club Life in Style members. Visit the One Hyundai Club on Facebook, and the official website http://www.ohclifeinstyle.com.ph to learn about the membership, members' benefits and perks.

Bloggers Signup for The Daddy of Father's Day Giveaways with VoiceBoks

2012-04-29T19:37:00.000+08:00

It's to my delight to join in the what could be the biggest Father's Day Giveaway ever.

Signup Now. Visit VoiceBoks here for more details. Please don't forget to note that you heard it from Chic & Sassy Homemaker. ;-D

Please visit my site by May 14, 2012 for the spectacular details of this giveaway. Think over 225,000 ++ entries, with 2000 unique individuals, plus grand giveaway prizes up for grabs, this is a totally win/win event to be a part of.

Can this giveaway match our Mother's Day Giveaway? Since our successful Mother's Day Giveaway, which had over 225,000 entries (over 2,000 different people who entered), many have asked, "When is the next BIG Giveaway?"

Here we are! This year, we are looking to find something FANTASTIC to fill our man's "Man Cave!" What better way to say "Thank You" and "I Love You" to the man we love by giving him a 3D Television, a Playstation, a sound system, OR a really BIG Cash Pot! It will all be determined by the funds we raise for this giveaway.

Please click to read on and to join VoiceBoks' The Man Cave Filler Father's Day Giveaway... sign-up now! ;-D

Swim Time Halt

2012-04-29T18:10:00.000+08:00

Hello everyone! Quick break from beauty/girly posts...here are some ravings and mishaps from our aspiring swimmer, Chase. Remember last summer that he took express swimming lessons, he's been improving since. So it's a major deciding factor to move in to a place with an added pool amenities, despite a higher rental rate than what we had last time.

Chase with his ever reliable Speedo Swim Vest taken last Boracay Summer 2011. He used this for about two years, although, he'd rather go for the kickboard after his lessons, we still bring this on our recent trip early this year, just in case. The swim vest is a major confidence boost to get him enjoy swimming, and even exploring deeper pool levels, supervised of course.

Last year, he had to accept that he needs to let go of the swim vest...kickboard time. From his 12 sessions, of an hour each, he learned to kick, bubbles, some breathing, and then the strokes was briefly taught.

Enjoying his swimming lessons for last year's summer break.

This time around, with his dad teaching him, after 4 consecutive days, he finally overcame his initial fear of letting go of the kickboard. He got his needed confidence boost from then on. More likely, a reward to make him try harder...a new pair of Speedo Goggles. ;-D

He no loves going underwater...doing cannon balls, that's what they call it. ;-D

We're so thrilled with his progress, so we treated him to some new swim gears from Speedo. He wanted a new pair of goggles for a reward, a black short-sleeved swim tee offering some sun protection, and a new swim shorts.

He's getting there, almost. But he had to take a 2 week-break because coupled with his allergic rhinitis, he had a minor Otitis Media. He was complaining so hard of the throbbing pain in his ears, and when I checked one, it's really red, so we rushed him to an ENT in a clinic in Shangrila Plaza, since we'll still have to reconnect to his pediatrician in The Medical City. It's for the best that we went right away, so we avoided the major episodes of Otitis Media if we waited for another night before seeing an ENT doctor. After hefty worth of medicines, he's okay, thankfully. But he's still not allowed to go back in the water. He's terribly missing it. He's doing a countdown. So until then, I'm keeping him busy with helping me do the household chores, and rewarding him a trip to the Korean Grocery near us for some snacks, ramen, and ice cream time. ;-D Happy Weekend!

Thank You, Mom!

2012-04-27T20:00:00.001+08:00

My Mama never fails to be there for us. For this, and for her unconditional love that never falters, Chase has the best-est grandma in the whole wide world. We are blessed. And then there's is this...

"The hardest job in the world, is the best job in the world."

Cheers! Happy Weekend! ;-D

Review: Innisfree Season 2 Melting Foundation *Wordy Post ;-D

2012-04-27T18:46:00.000+08:00

TGIF! ;-D I mentioned Innisfree Melting Foundation on several previous posts, so without further ado, here are the details. I just have to say though that I feel giddy just thinking about Lee Min Ho = Innisfree...Yay! my recent splurging is so worth it, I should have gotten more! LOL*

One of my recent makeup purchase straight from Seoul (thanks to Mommy Wendy) is the Innisfree Melting Foundation. It's Season 2 because it accounts for Cool and Warm undertones for shade/color choices. Photo Credit: Screen Capture from Innisfree Korea website.

Product Description: This melting foundation, formulated with Jeju natural mineral powder, offers comfort to your skin even after makeup and its abundant moisture form 100% prescribed Jeju organic green team water in lieu of distilled water moisturizes your skin as it gently adheres to it, presenting a natural coverage, and transparent complexion.

Innisfree Mineral Melting Foundation Season 2 SPF 32/PA++ sells for 20,000 KRW ($17.55 or Php 750) in Seoul. Please note that I got it before my formal, so to speak, basic make-up artistry class from MUD-Manila, so relying only on google, and verifying from others that indeed the color of my veins from the Vein Test are bluish, I decided to go for C2. Hmmm...please read on if I got the right shade.

Based on this color choices, I opted to get C2. Naturally, among other things, probably 2 out of 3 parameters (Vein Test, Silver or Gold, Eye Color) on determining my skin undertone, I'm more likely to be cool-toned. I'll leave it as such. The important takeaway is that in getting a make-up shade for the first time, it's best to try and to test it. That's the best measure of shade suitability.

I don't generally use the included puff/brush, but this one I love. It's the same as the Laneige's Snow BB Soothing Cushion, which both Innisfree and Laneige under Amore Pacific. The blue puff is love....it doesn't absorb the foundation so what you get will all go to your face, and it's blue so you can see how much or how little you use, so it makes it more economical. With gentle patting motion, it makes do for a great blender. P.S. Puff Photo from the website. My puff is dirty, I haven't cleaned it yet when I took the photos. Boo me.

Directions: Apply an appropriate amount onto makeup puff and gently pat starting from the inner to outer areas of your face.

Top Left: Without. Bottom Left:With. Right Photo: Set with SkinFood Gold Caviar Moist Fitting Cake.

It leaves a flawless finish with a natural/light to medium buildable coverage. It is easily absorbed, so it feels lightweight. I usually categorized my skin type as oily/combination, but for dry skin (and I get that too sometimes), I recommend lavishly moisturizing before using this to get a great flawless finish less dry patches. There's a light powdery scent to it too. It's okay, it's unremarkable once it's applied all over. Every so often, I skip setting it with a powder, it's okay too. It lasts all day, even when I had it for a super sunny fieldtrip. ;-D Best of all, I like that it didn't break me out...hmmm must be that ~~Lee Min Ho~~ Mineral, Jeju and Green Tea goodness packed in the product for ingredients. ^_^

Several FOTD posts with it. Nice. ;-D These are over-used photo/s from previous posts. I'll update this asap. ^_*

Here's the catch, I think I should have gotten Shade C3 instead. At first swiped, it will leave me a bit whiter, but fret not, after a while, the colors leave on naturally, almost veil-like, it's what the premise of the product in the first place, "natural cover". I learned from my recent class, that Luview Crystal Cover BB Cream, which I thought of as having a darker shade, is the shade that is approved per se by the MUD-Manila instructor, as per its suitability to my skin tone and undertone after actual testing, so I'm better of getting shade C3 for the Innisfree makeup lines. Anyhow, it the risk in buying online without testing the actual product first.

Overall, the Innisfree Season 2 Melting Foundation with the right shade is a winner. The packaging is superb with a lid separator between the formula and the puff. It has a quality mirror too to speak of. And then there's the blue puff, it's super nice, I'm wowed. Plus, in Seoul, it's less than a thousand pesos, that's nice...a little goes a long way anyhow. Here, you can buy the first season of Melting Foundation online from BHappywithme for about a thousand pesos, fair enough. I just have a growing penchant for Innisfree, in fairness net of Lee Min Ho LOL*, it's another Korean brand that I'm loving. ;-D

Slimmed.Shaped.Be Body Beautiful.

2012-04-26T20:24:00.002+08:00

Wacoal says..."Be Body Beautiful at Any Age!" So True. ;-D

Wacoal Shape Vest is love, love, love...seriously! ;-D

Product Description Shape Vest (SRP:Php 1895): Provides a firm support that lifts the bust and supports the back for better posture. Reinforcement fabrics are placed at different areas for proper support. Creates a smooth and sleek silhouette for your outerwear.

O.O.T.D. ForMe. Zara. Accessorize. Debenhams. Secret to an ~~instant~~ slimmer me, Wacoal's Shape Vest!Yay!

White doesn't flatter me much. Without. With Vest photo on top. Thank goodness for Wacoal's Shape Vest, I don't look as big. LOL*

With Wacoal's Vest Shape, Bandeau, and Seamless Hipster Panty (Php 495) for the smooth and sleek silhouette. I love! ;-D Although, I don't recommend the boy leg seamless panty if you have a hearty thigh like yours truly, it rolls. sad. need to lose weight for real. diet.diet.diet. exercise.

I know, this is superficial! But what am I to do?! I have a hearty appetite, plus a genetically slow metabolish (LOL*). I can only do so much. For the mean time, I reach out for Wacoal, it sure flatters me. Cheers! ;-D
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Review: Majolica Majorca Rouge Majex PK211 + FOTD

2012-04-26T18:49:00.001+08:00

Hello there! I've been quite diligent on practicing my recently enhanced personal make-up artistry skills via MUD-Manila...Yay! ;-D So finally, here's a detailed look at the Majolica Majorca Rouge Majex a la lip gloss ++ that I got over a month ago. Same with last time, better late, than sorry for not having to try this earlier. ;-D

Majolica Majorca Rouge Majex for Php 495. But I got as part of a Php1500 Majolica Majorca three-part set from last time at SM Megamall Department Store Majolica Majorca Counter. It comes with a doe-foot applicator with a yummy milky strawberry scent. Swatch. Most photos are taken under warm white lighting (which we are a big fan of!), but in daylight, it's light, glittery pink, although almost sheer than light pink.

Product Description: Dressier than gloss, but lighter than lipstick...plump, pretty lips. Liquid Rouge with 70% moisturizing ingredients for lips that are feminine yet cute.

FOTD: Face: Innisfree Melting Foundation Shade C2/ SkinFood Gold Caviar Moist Fitting Cake to set; Eye shadows: Urban Decay Midnight Rodeo and Vanilla; Eye Liner: Kanebo Kate Eyeliner; Mascara: Lashem Double Trouble; Blush: Majolica Majorca Customize Cheek Blush in RD255; Lips: NYX Beige Lip Liner (full lips) under Majolica Majorca Rouge Majex PK11

It looks light pink, but when applied it takes on a natural glossy tint. It's about the same effect as my other Majolica Majolica Honey Pump gloss, only I like the Rouge Majex's better because it's not as sticky and heavy. In fact, it feels almost natural that I didn't mind (and won't mind in the future) using this on several events. Because in as much as I like glosses, I don't really want them too sticky, this one feels just right.

Majolica Majorca Rouge Majex PK211 applied over SkinFood Black Black Bean Lip Line Pencil in Peach Pink.

Another great takeaway from my recent MUD-Manila makeup class is that you can use lip liner fully, that is after lining, starting off with the Cupid's bow, also fill/shade the whole lip area. It works as a great base before lipstick application. In this case, it highlights and adds pigments to an almost sheer gloss.

FOTD: Face: Innisfree Melting Foundation Shade C2/ SkinFood Gold Caviar Moist Fitting Cake to set; Eye shadows: Urban Decay Omen and Tainted; Eye Liner: Kanebo Kate Eyeliner; Mascara: Lashem Double Trouble; Blush: Majolica Majorca Customize Cheek Blush in RD255; Lips: NYX Edge Pink Lip Liner (full lips) under Majolica Majorca Rouge Majex PK11. This is a great workaround to add pinkish/reddish pigments with the Rouge Majex being almost a translucent. In the end, it makes it more versatile.

Closer Look: Majolica Majorca Rouge Majex PK211 applied over NYX Edge Pink Lip Liner...works great even to a shade as bright as this. ;-D Except my doe foot applicator is now stained with dark pinkish shade. Oh well. ;-D

Overall, this is a handy, pretty even, and functional lip gloss from Majolica Majorca. It's currently on my kikay kit. I read that although it has reinforced 70% moisturizing ingredients, others still find this drying. I don't! It must be that I use lip balm more often than not (either EOS or Human Heart Nature Chocolate Lip Balm ;-D) as part of my basic skin care routine, that is before applying make-up. So when I paint my lips per se with lipliner, the lip balm is fully absorbed, and the lip liner glides on smoothly and creamy. This also in a way improved it's lasting power. Please note that I pick up this shade as part of a set, so I didn't really have a say on the shade, but there are more reddish (RD419) and brighter pinks (PK404) shades available individually. But I'm standing by my workaround to make it more versatile. That's more economical, instead of getting more shades. I might actually be able to finish this sooner, then opt to try other shades later on.

Have you tried Majolica Majorca Rouge Majex, what shade? Ravings or rantings? Please do share. ;-D

My ZALORA Wishlist

2012-04-25T16:51:00.001+08:00

Hello everyone! You ought to know that I'm such an avid online shopper, with security and reliability of the seller/site as my foremost considerations in splurging. Although, we're almost down to Month 1 of our Metro Manila living, and malls are all-over, I'm still compelled to checkout online shopping sites. This is not only because of pricing advantage to most extent, but also I love lingering and window shopping to my heart's content without dealing to my boys' (hubby and son) intolerance of my shop-hopping. And YAY to that, there's a new shopping site, Zalora, which offers several shopping advantages (e.g. free shipping, wide array of brands/items choices, reliable payment options etc.) The reinforced security and reliability of the shopping site is further emphasized with co-marketing activities with BPI (Bank of the Philippine Island) Edge Card, and Nuffnang, plus among other companies. So yes, I'm about ready to give it a go.

Based on my ~~whims~~ needs, my Top 5 Picks are Missy Black Blouse, Bayo Blue Dress, Two Pairs of TOMS, and a glitzy XOXO Bag. Hmmm, seriously, I really do need to replenish my wardrobes since I'm out and about attending job interviews, hopefully to be back to corporate employment. Indeed, Zalora offers several choices.

Missy V-Neck 3/4 Sleeved Blouse Php 995. You know me, for me, black is might, it's my kind of power dressing. ;-D

Bayo Blue Kayti Printed Rayon Php 1195. I'm compelled to dress-up matchy with my recent bag love. LoL*

TOMS Black Wedge Php 3795. I'm dreaming of TOMS still. And since I can't wear FitFlop all the time especially on a job interview, I needed a stylish shoe brand with a heart for corporate power-dressing. ;-D

TOMS Ballet Black Camila Php 3995. And for those dress down, field work days in the future, I'll need a comfy pair of ballet flats.

XOXO Gleaming Tote with Double Handle Php 3999.95. I love the glitz and glamour, plus the functionality of the bag. It's a potential great bag to accent my usual black ensembles, and more structured accessories for my future work days ahead. ;-D

I think it's fairly common to go to several shops first, reasonably trying a as much, then selecting after, don't you think so? LoL.* But being a SAHM (Stay-at-Home Mom), I don't really have several out-of-home soirees. And that constraint has gotten only further since I'm also without a helper with Chase's Ate Jane (nanny) on a month's vacation (seriously...2 more weeks to go). Also, in between school hunting for my son, and actively job hunting too, I'm swamped. Best part, Chase is literally a home buddy, he's not much of mall-er. So I can't really drag him to spend time mall hopping during the day. Haha. ;-D And unlike provincial living (Angeles City for us), where window shopping at malls is free, without parking fee generally, this is not the case here in Manila. And since, I'm not much of a parker, I prefer to go for Valet, so that's Php 100+ less on my retail therapy fund. ;-D So online retail therapy is still the way to go for me. Another reason that is compelling to Zalora is the COD (Cash on Delivery) payment option, and that's a big plus for me, since I don't have to go to the hustle and bustle of going to an accredited payment center, that is if you'd rather not use plastics on paying.

Shop Now at www.zalora.com.ph. Register now to get your Php 250 Shopping Voucher. ;-D

Oh, my...so much to see. It's a potential retail therapy haven. I wish to win these...wish me luck. Let's shop galore at Zalora. What's in your wishlist? Please do share. ;-D

My Make-up Designory (MUD) Manila Course and the FOTD's after

2012-04-23T19:23:00.001+08:00

Hello everyone... Happy Monday! ;-D Here's the wrap-up post of my recent Make-up Designory (MUD) Manila Personal Make-up Artistry Course. In a nutshell, this is one of the best Php3900 spent on a beauty endeavor. LoL* Foremost, it finally made sense to splurge on makeups not only because I love collecting them, but mostly because I'm actually using them.

Photo Opportunity with MUD-Manila Personal Make-Up Artistry Course Instructor, Ms. Myr Lim.

The Class of MUD-Manila/Deal Grocer Personal Make-up Artistry Course April 15, 2012

So do I recommend taking the course? Definitely, that is for the likes of me that needed nudging to take a leap of faith in doing something that is deemed to be an art, and requires a bit of intricacy to accomplish, be it for beginners or as refresher. The deal price is such a steal as the instruction/certification is from a renowned make-up school. Make-Up Designory Manila is raved to be a top school, and it didn't disappoint. In fact, I came out inspired to strive bettering myself...so I practice, practice, and practice. LOL*

Here are my recent F.O.T.D.'s: Neutrals, Bolder with Blue, More Outgoing with Purple's. I'll be referring to these photos individually for more detailed product review posts (e.g. Kanebo Kate Eyeliner Pencil, Innisfree 2012 New Melting Foundation Shade C2, Urban Decay 15th Anniversary Palette etc.).

I needed some nudging via a formal schooling to be more outgoing in terms of my eye shadow color choices. Besides the Urban Decay 15th Anniversary Palette is so pretty to be ignored, so I set to maximize its life to its fullest. So YAY to MUD-Manila, to pretty Myr Lim, and to some media events, which created opportunities for me to doll-up...I'm ~~about~~ ready to look nice, more often than not. LOL*

Nail Salon Woes

2012-04-20T20:51:00.001+08:00

Hello everyone! TGIF! ;-D Today was a super productive day, plus I did another FOTD, I'm thoroughly practicing my recent MUD (Make-up Designory) Manila training. Yay! It's such a great day, except on my way to an interview, hubby agreed to drop me off, only he was apprehended by a Makati Traffic Police for unloading me in a supposedly no unloading zone! Uh, oh! So sorry Hon! Grrrr...anyhow, I'll save that drama for later. Anyhow, last night, being new in the area, we had to scout for shops to do my boys' (hubby and son) haircut, remember we adore Tony & Jackey in Marquee Mall, but with no T&J nearby, we ended up going at David's Salon in 5th Floor of MegaMall. I took this time, to had my toe nails done, and indulged in a bit of foot massage at the same time. I wanted to try Nail-a-holics, even Beauty and Butter, there's POSH Nails too. For the previous shops, I needed to wait, so I went to look for the shop that they can do my nails pronto! And so I went to shop T, it's a bit expensive than the rest for Php 280 for a pedicure. I'm consoling myself that it's okay since the seats look and feel plushy. And then ... my woes began. Never again!

The shop doesn't have an available Orly in Reddish Shade. They had Misa Nail Lacquer instead.

Misa TA09 Hand Spun Silk. It's a bright red.

NOTD. All done. It's the first time I heard of Misa, it seems okay.

Misa apparently has several color choices, which is a Vegan Nail Color Brand. The Hand Spun Silk Bottle sells for $7.50 in the US.

The lady doing my nails was chatting non-stop to her colleague. I was hoping to get a quiet time, but No-T! I was worried that she'll get carried away in her chatter and she'll overdo trimming my cuticles. I had to remind her. And this too, remember, that most of the nail salons now do a little foot massage in between, she applied a little foot lotion, barely touching my feet, and then quickly spritz on alcohol, and that's it! She went on to paint my nails, and then quickly let me wore my FitFlop™. And then, she left, nonchalantly. My Gosh!

I should have seen it, while most are full, this shop is almost empty.

Overall, I will not dare going back again. I'm just crazily craving for some pampering time, and this is the part that I so miss Angeles City living, with Ate Fe (our friendly-neighborhood nail technician a la manicurista) doing manicure and pedicure effortlessly at very friendly price. Anyhow, I'll just remain faithful to my favorite nail salon as an alternative to getting it in Manila, instead of waiting for a Pampanga trip. I should have waited for a trip to The Nail Loft. I went on to try their pedicure two weeks back, it's for Php 170 with the works...foot wash, scrub, massage, and ORLY nail colors! I'll be sure to document my trip next time. Oh well, you win some, you lose some.

I don't really like to dwell on negative things on my blog, but I just wanted to give you a heads up, in as much as I don't mind giving second chances, this is a friendly reminder to read between the signs (not to generalize, but if it's awfully quiet in there, hmmm...there must be something amiss! Read reviews! LOL*). This is a call for continuous innovation and change, never settle, because we want our hard-earned money well spent, and the progressive shops/brands, even relatively new, are more than eager to please. That's all. *_^

Paseo de Sta. Rosa Outlet Stores Overload

2012-04-18T16:38:00.001+08:00

Hello again! I just want to do a rundown of the overwhelming number of outlet stores in Paseo de Sta. Rosa. We briefly passed by the area last time we went to Enchanted Kingdom. Coming from the SLEX Sta. Rosa exit, it's the opposite way to EK. It's the commercial complex of Greenfield City. First off, the area to cover is quite huge, and the shops go on from one building to another. Just in case, you're in the mood to splurge, here are some stores to check out.

Nine West

Beauty Bar

Timberland

This is the biggest Nike Factory Store that I've been to so far in the country. ;-D While I took my time going through most of the stores, hubby and Chase lingered here for a while.

Samsonite and Payless Shoe Store

Bench Depot means Charles & Keith, La Senza, The Face Shop and more. ;-D

La Senza

Charles & Keith

Mothercare

Debenhams

Gap, Banana Republic

The new Paseo de Sta Rosa Greenfield City.

The complex is huge, and development is still ongoing. There are a lot of stores...Rudy Project, Oakley, Marks & Spencer, Aerosoles, Crocs, Speedo, etc. Although, I didn't buy anything, surprise, surprise! I don't want to buy stuff out of whims, and I need more time! It'll take me half a day at least to sort through all choices, given that we're there less than an hour, I didn't really fancy anything. Oh well, that's new, I'm turning over a new leaf! LoL* Just in case, I wish you happy shopping! ;-D

Giveaway: 10 Mathemagis Singapore Maths Gift Vouchers

2012-04-18T15:35:00.000+08:00

Hello everyone! To my dear mommy/daddy readers, I'm inviting you to join my summer giveaway in partnership with Mommy Joanne of Mathemagis. Make our kids, 4-12 years old, get up close and personal with the rudiments of Mathematics with the revolutionary approach of Singapore Maths. Take this for a benchmark, with Singapore Maths, this is an easy breezy math problem to solve...

Lauren spent 20 percent of her money on a dress. She spent 2/5 of the remainder on a book. She had $72 left. How much money did she have at first?

- Credit: www.Mathemagis.com

Hmmm...what's that? I always dream of Chase as a Math genius of some sort (LOL*), so this might be it, a gift of Math Achievement. Seriously, with the right mindset and an approach, Mathematics is a joy to conquer and to master, instead of dreading it. Join me as we gift our kids with a starter session at Mathemagis Singapore Maths Center located at Katipunan Ave., Quezon City.

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10 Recipients of One Gift Voucher.

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This giveaway is open to Metro Manila Residents, who are committed to visit Mathemagis' Quezon City Center.

Entry submission will end April 30, 2012, Local Time (Philippines).

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I'm MUD-Manila Certified Part 2: Smokey Eyes

2012-04-17T23:03:00.001+08:00

Hello everyone! Here are more ravings for my MUD-Manila Personal Make-Up Artistry Course with the last part dedicated on how to create smokey eye for a glam night make-up. Yay! ;-D

Ready for a night out! Smokey Eyes. Glossy Lips. ~~Red Eyes :(~~ #InstagramLove

Remember my day makeup, which is MUD Make-up overloaded, with MUD Pomegranate as my main shadow, it simply took adding a darker shade to convert it into Smokey eye make-up...easy breezy...supposedly! LOL*

I have to say that the MUD Cream Foundation (YG2) rules, as in! 5 hours plus plus... still flawless and as nice, MUD-ly love it! Awesomeness! ;-D

Darker Shadow/Dropshadow: Ace Urban Decay 15th Anniversary Palette. More Eye liner using Kanebo Kate Eyeliner Pencil. Additional Highlights: Majolica Majorca Jeweling Shade of Eye Palette PK722. For the lips, instead of changing it to a more tone down shade, I instead added lip gloss using Urban Decay Pocket Rocket.

Smokey Eyes. Here's a rundown of the eyeshadow shades that I used. MUD Pomegranate. MUD Honeysuckle. MUD Espresso. Urban Decay Ace. Majolica Majorca Jeweling from PK722. Uh, oh...after several failed attempts and some erasures and more eye reddening, I finally placed my False Eyelashes. I need more practice!

So yes, falsies are the nicest thing ever, if only...! So yes, I need to practice, practice, practice. That's all for the smokey eyes, so nice! ;-D I'll do a finale post on my take on the whole MUD experience. And with several F.O.T.D.'s with Laneige Lipsticks, it's high time to do a full post soon.

P.S. I'm so busy, seriously! I have so many to-do posts (giveaway (please wait!), reviews, events etc.), but besides that I'm still borrowing bandwidth from a neighbor with PLDT giving me more headaches with long transfer/waiting time, our helper (Chase's Ate Jane) went on a month's vacation. So I, the supposedly Chic & Sassy Homemaker, have a handful of things to do...beyond words! So here we are in a new house, in a new city, couple with school hunting for Chase, and my job hunting, I'm beat! Oh well, ~~maybe~~ yes, all in a day's work...carry! Cheers! ;-D