Bloody Red Nails Ready for Parteyyyy!

I attended my friend's wedding at the Shangri-La hotel...I wore a black dress with red accents so I've decided to have a nail art that's ready to party :) Here's how my nails look like and will look for the coming days :D

Ughhh..Monday again, I don't want to talk about it as I'm getting depressed just thinking about Monday :(

How's everyone ? Hope you don't get to get the Monday blues like I do.

Your askmewhats,
Nikki "the Monday hater"

Behind the Scenes: Askmewhat's Portfolio Day :)

April 26, 2008 has been marked in all my calendars for the past 3 weeks.

As I stated in some blog comments, I will be having my first "portfolio" shot.

I would like to thank the wonderful Mr. Charles Lu for supplying me with such wonderful photographers --- Mr. Roy Macam and Mr. Carlo Bandoquillo. I really enjoyed this day, no matter how tired I was, I didn't feel it at all as they are not only professional but they are super humorous, friendly and down-to earth!!! I had a memorable day.

Thanks to my wonderful models Ms. Bea, Ms. Gemma, Sophia (who's doing my models' hair as well), and Grace for being such a sport and letting me do whatever I want on their beautiful faces.

And lastly, my wonderful husband, Mr. Keith Tiu....for being there..supporting me all throughout and trusting me....and just being there for me...rooting for me....muwah :x

I won't be posting any photos of my models yet, as I'll be waiting for their photos to be sent to me a week after. Can't wait...and you guys will wait as well :D

Here's just a pix of some of the "back scenes" that happened today. We started at 9:30am and finished around 4:30pm....whew...it was worth it though!

Hre's me preparing the stuffs to use...

Me, Mr. Roy Macam and Keith checking out the shots

Here's Mr. Carlo Bandoquillo with Grace and Pia helping me out with the veil
(Please don't mind the jeans hahaha)

From L-R Carlo, Roy, You're Truly and my hubby
after the loooonngggg day :D

No matter what the outcome will be, I am so happy for this wonderful experience.
Really.... I can't stop smiling...
I felt sooo complete....hehehe

How's everybody? Anything special happenin' there?

Your askmewhats,
Nikki

Askmewhats Reviews: Paul & Joe Eyebrow Pencils

** Paul & Joe Eyebrow pencils available at Rustan's Makati for Php900 each (approx $21.00)
From top to bottom: Eyebrow Pencil no. 2, Eyebrow Pencil no. 3 and Eyebrow Pencil no. 4

This post won't be about teaching you how to draw your own brows as I've done it. To look back, click here Askmewhaters *winks*

This is about my HG eyebrow pencil. The Paul & Joe Eyebrow Pencil duo. What I love about them? It's like buying 2 pencils in one. I believe they have it in 4 duo shades (01, 02, 03,04).

Your Askmewhats was crazy enough to buy all 3! Numbers 2, 3, and 4. I know, this may be confusing to a lot of you who aren't familiar with Paul & Joe pencils. I'll break it down for you based on my own opinion and experimentation hahaha..that sounds so scientific!

Paul & Joe Says ---

Paul & Joe Eyebrow Pencil is a must for perfectly defined brows. Two complementary colours for brows, use the darkest shade to contour the arches and the ligher shade to soften and define.

Askmewhats says ---

Pros --

• you can't go wrong with having 2 shades of pencil in one, as one always looks natural and subtle, which doesn't look too strong when applied
  
• the pencil is kinda hard (which you would think would be a negative side), but I found this hard part is kinda helpful because it'll be quite difficult for you to overdo your brows.
  
• the packaging is just sooooo cute! I always feel good when I use it! (no joke!)

Cons --

• expensive for a brow pencil
• let's say you have a favorite color out of the 2, well, because it's 2 in 1, 1 color would mean it is just around 3 inches long, so it's easy to use up!
  

Will I repurchase?

YES!!! Like i said, this is my HG!

Askmewhats additional tip ---

Well, since I bought 3 out of 4 colors. I think I have a little bit of "right" to discuss about these further, hehehe don't sue me!

# 01 I believe is for corrective purpose. If you have tatooed eyebrows that looks a bit bluish or something, this is great to "correct" the color of your brows

#02 This, according to the wonderful P&J staffs is the most popular color. This is great for someone who's got dark hair or dyed dark brown hair. This look so natural and I've used this to all my friends and it works well for all of them!


#03 I bought this because it is on sale and #2 isn't available at that time. Good thing I bought this, as I found this one works well on me as well! But based on my observation, this would be great for people with reddish hair or brownish red hair. As the darker portion of the pencil is dark brown with a bit of red tone.


#04 This is the lightest out of all 4 colors. I believe this pencil is called BLONDE and this is the first pencil I bought because I use this together with e/s on my brows (I just don't know why I love this extra step). Anyways, you would think this looks crazy on you as it's very light....you know what? I find this really wonderful especially for individuals who have highlights, or dyed hair in lighter colors. To people like me who have darker hair color, I use this together with a nice e/s or eyebrow powder. Love love love the finish!



This is quite long, but I hope it helps you guys, especially for people who wants to know what's the difference of the P&J brow pencils! :)

Any other questions?
Don't be afraid, ask, I don't bite...

Happy weekend everybody!!!


Your askmewhats,
Nikki

Askmewhats Makeover: "Cotton Candy" look

Bea girl is back! With a vengeance...sweet vengeance. After I posted my "Violet Blooms" look, some have commented that they're not into trying purples because they felt they're dark and that it won't work well on them. I tried doing my "violet blooms" with some twists (meaning, I added a hint of pink) and so far, Bea was quite happy with her makeover and I think that also helps some readers who are afraid to try out purples and pinks because they think it won't work on them. I believe it works better to Bea than "yours truly "

Hope these pix gives a bit of "push" :)
Can Bea make you smile?
She has this infectious laugh and smile, I hope she can brighten your day too!
Advance Happy Weekend to us in this crazy world of beauty....

Your askmewhats,
Nikki

Tag: I HEART Beauty Secrets

A nice tag from Sasha of the BeautyBentoBox Darling, thanks so much for this, I do appreciate it! I enjoyed reading other people's secret so I believe its time all of us share! Righty?

I am honestly, seriously, lazy on doing tags, but when I'm tagged with stuffs I love to talk about, I just don't mind and expect me to blab away!

The I heart Beauty Secrets would mean I have to share my beauty secrets (if I have any) as whatever I learned, I always share it online! So good luck to me! I hope I can still talk about something new and different! hahaha If I've been repeating myself over and over again, well....just skip the paragraph! hahaha and forgive the old lady! *winks*

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Anyway here they are:

My Foundation: Paul & Joe Light Cream Foundation (03)

My Mascara: Paul & Joe Curly Mascara and Maybelline

My Blush: Arezia Palette blushes! (the e/s aren't that great but the blushes are!!!!)

My Eye Shadow: NYX, MAC, Kate by Kanebo, G-lish Eyescream, (and I'm still adding up from different brands, I'm sooo open for different brands for e/s)

My Day Cream: Cinique Moisture Surge Cream

My Lipstick: Lancome Pink (love love love this neutral look)

My Beauty Product Brand: Paul & Joe!!! (It's obvious with my Hauls)

My Essential Beauty Product: Moisturizer (hello, dry skin )

My Favorite Makeup Product: Powder (I can't leave home without a gentle pat, I just have this strange feeling that I look dirty and oily...oh the paranoia in me!)

My Perfume: Gucci Envy Me is my fave! Eau de Toilette but works ok

My Nails: I'm not particular with expensive or cheap brands, I go for colors on any brands and the secret would be, top it with a clear coat of Sally Hansen! (makes the polish stays longer)

My Feet & My Hands: Beauty Formulas! You can checkout my post here

Three Products to bring on a deserted island: Sunblock, Facial cleanser, Facial Mist (if we're talking about beauty products only)

Woman I admire for their beauty: My mom, naturally beautiful, with or without make up! (love you mommy)

Woman with the Best Sense of Style: Everyone! As I believe each individual have their own style. And I love how I learn a lot just by looking at them

My Ultimate Dream (but I do not believe in selling my soul to the devil for it): To be a make-up artist, who can make a person feel totally beautiful after a simple makeover.

How Do I Define Womanhood: Confidence, embracing whatever was given to her and WORKING IT OUT! *doing the snap*

My Favorite Fashion Publication: Marie Claire

Now, now now *devilish laugh* I’m tagging:

EVERYONE who reads this --- THAT'S YOU!!!!!

I enjoyed answering this that I'm tagging everyone as I want to know each and everyone's secret...come on...spill it..don't be shy! :P

Your askmewhats,

Nikki