Black and Orange OOTD

 

A pairing I never thought I'd enjoy!
BLACK AND BRIGHT ORANGE.

I got the Rivka Pleat Square Neck Romper from Love, Bonito online last year.  I have worn this Romper so many times I can't keep track.  

Though I do keep track on wearing these again and again on random events, from Birthdays to Brunch with girlfriends and now, to events.  I want to up my Orange Romper Game into a more cocktail-like setting.  Cute enough to hold a glass of champagne with this but still comfy enough because this is NOT a dress but a ROMPER!  

It also comes with pockets!

To make this classier, I paired this with a Celine thin belt and wore black heeled shoes with ankle straps!  I always get compliments wearing this pair from HK.  

Though high, the shoes are comfy to walk around Makati.  Yes, I tested it out parking far away from events place and I survived.

How do you like this look? Would you wear such pairing?

My black chiffon long sleeves is a very old outerwear which I bought on Sale at SM Department store!  

Keep smilin'
Stay happy!

 

Kate Tokyo Transform Cheeks Review

 I love blushes! 

I love them so much I can actually get away without eye makeup but just a good blush and lipstick!  Ever since reviewing a lot of Blush and seeing my before and after application, I always perk up after every single  blush application!  Thus, I am leaning towards to it every single morning for a quick pick-me-upper!

And just when I thought I've seen it all!  I chanced upon Kate Tokyo's Newest Limited Edition Transform Cheeks Blush that comes in cream format.

Top: EX-1 and Bottom: EX-2

Kate Tokyo says ---

This versatile palette offers stunning shades that blend effortlessly, enhancing your natural beauty for any occasion. Perfect for all skin tones.

Swatches: Top: EX-2  Bottom: EX-1

Based from Cheek Swatches alone, I favors EX-1 the most because it appears purplish on me and I am biased to Purple Cheek Color.  Though on pan it has a swirly green and blue cream color shades, the after effect on my medium, warm tone skin is medium lilac color.  It does have a subtle glowing effect and very natural flush.

EX-2 on the other hand is orange on pan with specks of light brown color.  Once applied on cheeks, it appears yellow and more like a subtle bronzer color minus the shimmers.  It has lesser glowing effect as EX-1 and I call this color to be perfect for the summer season or when I am opting for a healthy summer-glow makeup look.

Elevate Your Regular Fit

 

How do I elevate a regular errand fit?  By adding a nice structured blazer!

It also helps that you pick shorts in neutral shade that has pleats and a good length.  Not too long nor too short.

The shorts is my favorite cream shorts from Love, Bonito.

A nice classy belt also does the drink!

And lastly, a nice blazer that I shopped from Rihoas.

It also helped to change your regular flats to heeled shoes and you're off to a classier vibe!

Watch a quick video here on how I easily transformed from Simple to Classy.

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Keep smilin'

Stay happy!

  

Huda Beauty UBE Collection Review

 

I first saw Huda Beauty's Limited edition UBE Collection from GLAMZILLA.  I am a fan of Lilac or Purple powders ever since I discovered them accidentally via Korean Brand Etude House 9 years ago called Dreaming Swan Eye and Cheek.  

That is why when the brand invited me for the UBE-est event.  I had to be there!  It was a fun celebration celebrating with fellow content creators, learning from Professional MUA Jigs Mayuga and a whole lot more!  Check out my IG Video here.

Now you are back here for the review/thoughts.  I am the perfect person to come back to because I have been using all 3 items from the collection ever since I got them.  Let's start with the Birthday Cake Loose Powder.

The Easy Bake Loose Setting Powder in Birthday Cake ---

• Multi-purpose loose powder for baking & setting.
• Non-cakey.
• Does not crease.
• Absorbs excess shine/oil.
• No flashback.
• Makeup stays in place all day.
• Dermatologist tested.
• Suitable for all skin types.
• Non-comedogenic.

True to its claim, it works so well in setting my undereye makeup, highlight the area, and keep my makeup last until removal.  Because the color is indeed bright lilac, I love how it made my skin appear like I also have blush underneath my eye making it look like a Drunk Blush application.

The powders are super fine and messy to use to be honest but the filter-like result made it okay to clean up my makeup area every so often!  

Does it make me look like I have filter on?  YES, just take a look at the unfiled photo below.   But if you dislike the purplish tint, go for the regular Huda Beauty Loose Powders which aren't limited edition so you can purchase it all year round.

Next comes the Blush Filter Ube Cream --

Our latest Blush Filter shade features the same ultra-creamy, soft-focus formula you know and love. Now in a vibrant electric lilac, the super blendable & buildable pigments create the perfect ubelicious flush.

An ultra-creamy, easy-to-blend, that works as a highlighter for medium to darker complexion but will appear as a glowing BLUSH on fair-skinned users.  Long-wearing, sweat-proof and lasts until makeup removal.  I personally think wearing this alone won't be enough for me as I love COLOR on cheeks and this appears more of a brightening product than a blush so I'd love to apply more and set with a different colored blush to create a Gradient effect.

Cathy Doll Shiny Bear Lip Moist Review

 

I was invited to be the host for Cathy Doll's Bear It Collection event last April 24 and trust me when I say, I was so excited about this collection eventhough it looked like a collection for girls ages 12 and below.  

Don't be fooled by the cute packaging!  These Cute Mini Bears are packed with pigments!  Pigmented enough but to ask kids 12 and below to give this to their big sisters or moms!  

Cathy Doll says ---

Introducing the Cathy Doll Shiny Bear Lip Moist, designed to give your lips a fresh and lively burst of color. Enriched with Hyaluronic Acid, Avocado Oil, Shea butter, Vitamin E, and Beeswax, this lipstick nourishes and plumps your lips,

The collection comes with Big Bear Lip Balms (less pigmented, highly moisturizing) but I will do a separate review on that.  Here are my thoughts after using all 4 shades of the Cathy Doll Shiny Bear Lip Moist Priced Php109.00 (approx USD2.00 less)

01 Candy Pink

This shade reminds me of Mac's Candy Yum Yum in a more subtle version.  Buildable Pigment and this medium pink lipstick has a warmer tone making it easier to work with on Asian skin.  

02 Redlipop

Redlipop is the only red shade in this collection.  I love how it works as a "tint" if applied with light hand and would look like Classic Audrey Hepburn RED when applied with heavy hand.  It is more of a Rose Red shade rather than True Tone Red.