Friday, May 23, 2008

I'm Loyal to: Ipamena and Skechers!

Note: As a continuation to my sandals post, here's another post about sandals. If I may, I would add my new Sanuk sandals in here...but if we're talking about more than a year of usage, read on!

If you want to go back and read about my Sanuk Sandals post (again, which I really love) Smile and click here

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I have always been open to try on different brands for both cosmetics and skincare. I am also that way on everything I use. I won't stop trying something new unless I've found the "one". On the side note, good thing I found the best in my then boyfriend that I don't need to change him and he's now my hubby! hahaha

Sandals, shoes, I find so difficult to be loyal to. As they wear and tear, and they get out of fashion, and they just HURT at times! There are 2 sandals though, that I found myself always wearing (against the fact that I love changing earrings, watches depending on what clothes I wear). Here are my 2 favorites that I honestly wore more than 3x a week and it's been with me for more than a year now and they are surprisingly still my ultimate favorite!


1. Ipanema Gisele Bundchen Sandals (approx Php 1,700)



The first time I saw this, I fell in love with the design. When I tried this, I'm SOLD! At that time, I was preparing for my wedding and I'm on for saving up, I never would spend more than Php1,000 for a sandals. But I just can't keep my mind off this sandals and I bought it on spot! At that time, there were like 2 kinds of designs available (one with sling and one without) So it wasn't hard to choose at all. Unlike NOW, they came up with a whole lot of designs!

This has been with me for a year plus now, the comfort level is still the same, the design didn't disappear, it actually looked like I bought it yesterday! I love this!!! I MAY buy other designs, but I still can't stop using this!!!! And the flower design? No need to re-glue it, never disappeared and it stayed put through rain and shine!


2. Skechers (approx Php2,500 then)


Most comfortable sandals doesn't have the height, as for me, any shoes or sandals you add height on, I would say its so uncomfortable! This one is different!!!! It adds height, it's so fashionable and its comfortable!!!! I love it!!! The only downside with this ...ONLY...is that you have wash this every now and then as it easily gets dirty :) But overall???? So in love with this!!!! I believe they have more designs now!


Your askmewhats,
Nikki

Thursday, May 22, 2008

Askmewhats Guest Writer: Ms. Beatrilicious!

Hello Askmewhat-ers!

I would like to personally welcome my dear friend who will be contributing some great posts for my blog. You guys have seen her for quite a number of times here in my blog as she's been a wonderful "model" for my make-up looks. Her name was also mentioned a couple of times as we love to share tips and secrets to each other.

Now, I want to welcome Ms. Bea the "Beatrilicious" to my blog!!! We'll have her contribute some fashion/trend tips and ideas every now and then! Let's give her a warm hug! :)





Your askmewhats,
Nikki

Askmewhats Version: "Daily Cleopatra" Look

Cleopatra eyes are hard to pull off for daily look. Everyone knows Cleopatra look means "bold and blackest of black eyeliner" and of course, the "Winged look" will always be there. I really wanted somewhat "goddess" looking eyes, but of course, I can't pull a strong Cleopatra look as I may have to wear a black jacket and be brought to the Mental ward. (bwahahahaha)

Back to the topic, "not the mental ward, okay". That's why I've created the "Daily Cleopatra" look because I toned down everything and make it wearable.

Note though, this doesn't come off really nice on pictures as I've used a lot of shimmery eyeshadow and with camera flash, it washes a lot of the color. But I hope you guys got the drift :)

Here's how my eyes looks look...







And here's my full face look, with a bright red lippie :P Ooohhhhh Sexiness ----- NOT!




Everything is toned down but I've used the basics from the Cleopatra's Make-up collection (as if there's any available) hahaha I've used browns, golds, black eyeliner and of course, matte red lipstick :) Ms. Cleopatra would want me to go for nudes, but since I've got light eye make up, I opted for an intense lips :)

Products Used ---

Face
Bare Escentuals MMU Foundation
NYX Concealer in a jar - for my blemishes


Eyes
VOV Matte Beige (for all over eyes)
NYX Chrome E/S in Gold (all over lids)
MAC Brun (corner of the eyes)
ELF e/s in Gold (crease area)
Stila Smudgepots in Black
Paul & Joe Curly Waterproof Mascara in Black

Lips
Kiehls No1. Lip Balm
In2It lipstick (sorry forgot the color, if you want to know just msg me, I'll look for it at home)

Like it? Hate it? Want to punch me?
Go ahead..and it'll be my next look... "The Panda Look" *wadahhhh!!!!!*

Since we're back in time, want to see a Sophia Loren Look? Smile!

Your askmewhats
Nikki

Tuesday, May 20, 2008

Tip for the Day: Creating your Own Lipstick Shades

This is a continuation for my previous post as seen here....

The title looks interesting right? I would say YEAH!!!! I know some of you may know this tip already, to some who doesn't (like me), this would be very helpful as I am honestly very lazy to choose on lipstick shades!!!! This tip came in handy (again thanks to Ms. Cherry Pacheco Uy).

I was creating this smokey eyes look and I needed a nude lipstick, and of course, I can't find a nude lipstick coz I never own one!!! I always have this feeling that nude lipstick doesn't work for me with my dry lips and everything...

Here's what you need ---
  • Lip gloss (clear)
  • Stick/Liquid Concealer (any color) --- much better if you have those concealer that you bought that are wasted coz they just don't work for you.
  • Any lipstick color (choose between reds, browns, pinks, orange etc...)
  • Lip brush

Steps ---

1. Scrape off a small part of your lipstick, concealer and the clear gloss (like the photo below)





2. Mix them all together with a lip brush



3. The one on top is the original lipstick color, quite reddish with an organge-y tone. Check out the one below, that's my own creation (hahaha). You want it more nude? Lighter? Scroll down...




4. With the lipstick mixture you created, add more concealer and see the third color I've created.



5. I don't want to stop creating, so I added more concealer and here's the 4th color.



I know I know!!! I have to STOP! hahaha But see how one lipstick color can give you like 3 or more lipstick shade? Try it, have fun playing around and find your own lippie color that works for you!!!!


Like this?
Find this helpful?
Let me know!

Your askmewhats,
Nikki

Monday, May 19, 2008

Askmewhats Reviews: Nivea Caregloss and Lip Shine


**available at all beauty stores for less than Php200.00

Nivea Says ---

The NIVEA Lip Care innovative formula – highly effective formula based on skin’s own Hydramine and Grape seed extract long lastingly supports the natural moisturisation of the lips.

The NIVEA Lip Care CAREGLOSS & SHINE PURE NATURAL

  • Gives lips dazzling brilliance thanks to ultra shine pigments in a crystal shade
  • Cares lips long lastingly without being sticky
  • Delights your senses with the tasty fragrance of red fruits blend
  • Contains natural ingredients: caring shea butter and vitamin E

The result is well cared, desirable and glamorous lips!

NIVEA Lip Care – live life with a smile.

Skin compatibility dermatologically confirmed


Askmewhats says ---

No need to break this down, it's well explained by Nivea and I find them all true! It's affordable, it's nice on the lips, and they've got different shades available. Indeed a very good product!


Wait for my next post on what I can do with this Lipgloss! :)

Other cheaper alternatives you use that works? go on.... Spill!


Your askmewhats,
Nikki