AMW Reports: Shu Uemura's Wong Kar Wai

Wong Kar Wai for Shu Uemura.  A collection a lot of us the makeup addicts are excited for! The makeup collection was launched last week October 21 at Opus Restaurant.

Your make-up lover blogger AMW was lucky enough to be invited to such prestigious event so I braved the traffic (as always) and came back with a report!

Wong Kar Wai is an internationally renowned film director.  He is an award-winning writer/director who is also known as a "master of colors" just like Mr. Shu Uemura.  I am not surprised 2011 Holiday Collection was inspired by him.

(Note to Philippine readers: This will be out in the market mid-November, limited stocks only.)

There are 2 programs happening at Opus Restaurant.  6:30pm event was the exclusive make-up show for Press while 8:30pm event starts Art infusion of poetic proportions.  I attended both event.

Ms. Nina Solano, Business Development Manager of Shu Uemura, welcomed the Press with a gorgeous makeup and long flowy dress!

 

Next, Ms. Lyra Importante, Retail Manager of Shu Uemura, led the rest of the program by introducing 2 of our favorite Shu Uemura's makeup artists.

John Pagaduan and Patrick Alcober were interviewed on the looks they will do on stage

On with the live makeup demo using 

Shu Uemura's Wong Kar Wai Makeup collection

On the latter part of the night, the part 2 of the event started with the super lovely and sexy Joey Mead!  She lively hosted the event and I get to feel the excitement all over again (even though I've been there at the first part of the show).

A lot more Shu Uemura Makeup artists were there to grace the event and do live makeup demonstration on gorgeous models!  Different interpretations of WKW Collection were done and most of them gives out an artistic feel!

On to the collection, as inspired by Wong Kar Wai's exclusive films.  Each package of the series is decorated with a scene from the short film and images will change before your eyes when you view it from different angles!  The said images can be seen on 2 of their eye palettes.

Burning in Water Palette

Drowning in Flame Palette

False Eyelash Jeweled Love

False Eyelash Dance in Glitter

Glorious Masquerade

 Glittery Mascara

 Lustrous Glow Powder 

in Pleasure Rose

Rouge Unlimited available in 3 shades

Red = rouge luster (tender red shade with gold shimmer)

Pink = pink flush (warm pink tone with a fresh, glossy finish)

Beige = Glitter Fuse (beige shade with splash of golden dust)

 Mini Nail Duo

in Bleu Splendor

 Mini Nail Duo

in Festive Rouge

 

 Flashing Gold Mini Brush Set

 White Recovery EX+

Brightening Cleansing Oil Advanced Formula

I currently own 2 products from the gorgeous WKW collection.  I'm a blush person so this is a perfect "glow" for me! I actually like patting this on top of a regular matte blush for that nice....oomph.  The shade is actually very light and it just gives a super light shimmer for a healthy glow.

 

I also got the Rouge Unlimited in Pink Flush.  The shade looks super bright, matte and pigmented on tube but it goes on a bit sheer and shimmery on my lips.  Very light and subtle.

Which product/s in this collection caught your complete attention?
I'd like to know!

Keep smilin'
Stay happy!

AMW Reports: Zip Up with Delsey's Zip Securi Tech

I had dinner with Tine from Thinline Advertising and Cristine from Primer Group of Companies a week ago.  Primer Group of Companies, by the way, have several brands under their umbrella and that includes Delsey.  

I was looking forward for the meetup because the luggage I used for my 1 year job in Shanghai is from Delsey.  It can hold up to 32kg and it looked a bit like this (sorry can't take a photo of the original one I own as I left it at mom's place).

 **photo taken from source

This same luggage I used to drag all the way from Shanghai Pudong Airport to a bus station, transfer to a bus to Hangzhou City, walk 15 minutes to another local bus station to take an hour trip to Lin'an City.  From the bus station, I had to take a cab and get off the University gate and drag this heavy luggage all the way to the dormitory, and oh yeah, I have to add that my pad is located at the 6th floor!  Can I carry the "excess baggaged" luggage all the way up to the 6th floor?  Of course not!  I drag it like a crazy kid with huge luggage with a backpack and extra "hand carry".  If you think you got dizzy reading this paragraph, I swear!  It was the worst "travel" moment of my life and let's not forget the homesickness.  

Let's not go there.... *laughs*

The point of my story is....that same red luggage from Delsey survived the extreme condition and I actually used the same luggage to take back all my stuff back to Manila (which was an excess baggage if I may have to add, it went up to 40kg!  I paid the extra weight!) after a year and used the same luggage again for my 2nd and 3rd year of teaching in China!  I never thought of repurchasing one as it serves its purpose and would you believe at present, the said luggage is working perfectly fine?  I just don't use it as much because the size is quite big for my short trips.

You do understand why I love to meet people from Delsey because the brand brought back good and bad memories!  After the dinner did I realized they have something exciting to share to me and to my readers who love to travel!

Cristine whipped out a black pouch with a pen telling me how vulnerable regular zippers are for a thief to break through it.  What's worse, they can seal the zipper back without you knowing something is already missing.

A demo that was done right in front of me and I took shots for you to see :)

Pouch with regular zipper

Regular Panda pen

I was told that a pen was used as demonstration 

as pens can easily get through airport security as it is not even considered dangerous!

Cristine was an expert!  She was able to poke through the pen without much effort.

There you go, zipper fully open!

After rummaging through the stuff inside, 

you can easily re-zipped up to conceal that it has been illegally opened.

Cristine and Tine asked me to do it myself.  Trust me when I say, it took me awhile as I hate using a pen in poking anything!  I love pens and I hate ruining them!  *wails*  But after my 3rd try, I was successful in acting as a "thief' for the night!  It made me feel "good" and "bad" at the same time!  Good because of the success, bad because anyone can do that and steal valuable stuff from your luggage when you travel.

Now on to the Delsey's Zip Securi Tech

As you can see, the zipper looks like the conventional kind, but once you unzip this, you'll see what makes the zipper unique.

Delsey developed Zip Securi Tech.  Zip Securi Tech is a patented zip closure system that will ease your mind of worries and is forced-open resistant.

As you can see, the Zip Securi Tech is consisted of two layers of zipper which is sturdier and.....

No matter how much we tried to poke it with a sharp object, we stopped because we're afraid we'll end up with broken pens! 

I have heard that metal zippers are also good to protect your luggage from being forcefully opened but for me, I'm glad the luggage brand I've tried and tested plus the value of money (as Delsey luggages are within my budget).

Chic travelers out there, check out one of the new luggage Delsey came out with...

*jaw drops*

Delsey Diamond

I got the Keep' N Pact in Blue

I'll let you know why I'm excited to give this a test!  It has all the security features I want....

Dual Locks

 Zip Securi Tech

and, sturdy handles 

How Far Would You Go To Protect Your Luggage?
Watch this video if you have the time, made my day!

Delsey Premium French Luggage is available at all The Travel Club Stores, Duty Free, selected SM Malls, Robinsons, Landmark nationwide.

I can't wait to book another trip/adventure for me to be able to put this luggage to the test!  Since I do not have any travel plans for now, I wouldn't be surprised if I use this for some "heavy duty" makeup gigs!

Do you have any bad experience with valuable stuff stolen during travel?
I'd love to hear from you and I hope it will serve as a lesson for everyone as well to always stay vigilant at all times!

Keep smilin'
Stay happy!

Clinique Gives: Get the chance to Join the Real Women Party With Me!

Clinique Philippines contacted me to be among the 6 bloggers to be part of their campaign called "Bloggers and The Clinique Chronicles".  Experience, is what makes Clinique unique and I guess I'm one of the many bloggers who have had a good amount of experience trying out the brand that's why I was chosen to be part of this prestigious campaign.

My first ever Clinique product was purchased during the University years.  It was the Clinique Stay Matte Powder Oil-Free in Stay Beige.

You wouldn't believe it but I do have combination skin way back and I do oil up especially on the t-zone!  I've actually finished 4 compacts and stopped using this when I moved to China for work.  (The price was a bit crazy in China due to conversion rates.)

When I came back from China, my skin went crazy and I can't use my regular skin care products anymore!  It turned from combination to tight, flaky and super dry!  I have been working for around 4 years at that time so I've decided to invest on a good skin care as none of the inexpensive products during that time would work on me.  As what my then boyfriend Mr. AMW would say.... "Invest on your skincare, you only have one face and I don't want you messing the face I love" Aawwww!!!

Okay, I heard him and I listened!  We went to the Duty Free Philippines and I purchased my first set of Clinique 3-Step Skincare System in number 2.

And because I was "sales talked" by the Clinique SA (in a form of GWP) *laughs*, I also purchased Clinique Moisture Surge Extra Thirsty Skin Relief which was changed to Clinique Moisture Surge Extended Thirsty Skin Relief!  It was the best "moisture" booster that I need because it does not have any other functions but to moisturize! 

It was my constant buying of Clinique products that probably caught the attention of Clinique Philippines.  I was invited to visit their counter to go through skin analysis (Click here to read my experience)

The result of the skin analysis was great and I was glad to learn that I was using the right (Clinique) number all along!  From there, I came into terms with my constant worry of checking out products over the counter as I easily get intimidated with SAs.  I learned that it is okay to ask questions before you shell out your hard earned cash!  And I strongly advise everyone to do the same! 

Because Clinique wants to let everyone know that they support having your skin checked before you purchase the right "system", a few of my readers were invited for a Clinique Party!  I love how Clinique Philippines supports AMW.

What I like about Clinique is their GWP (Gifts with Purchase) scheme and I can't help but drool over their lovely bags and pouches!  From the GWP scheme, I was able to try on a lot of Clinique samples as I do ask for samples on my every purchase and because of that, I was able to write a post on Clinique Take The Day Off Makeup Remover  which I consider to be one of the most gentle, non-blurring eye makeup remover I own to date!

To speed up my Clinique experience, the most recent Clinique product that I've used is the Clinique All About Eyes Serum De-Puffing Eye Massage,  I am still using this on a daily basis (morning and evening) and it does help reduce the puffiness around my eyes! 

Out of all my Clinique experience, if you ask which of the Clinique products I've used would be an ultimate favorite of mine, well, it did took me a while to choose just one but I finally came into terms with my left and right brain *lol* and this is one ultimate product I can always rely on when all else fails....it's the Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion (DDML), it helps save dry areas around my face and even body, I like the fact that this does not trigger my allergies as it's very gentle on my skin.

(I finished up 2 huge bottles of this and my skin got better

and I am free to use other brands for now)

 
By the way, the oily-skinned readers may appreciate the Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Gel (DDMG).


If you are wondering why I'm sharing my Clinique product history with you, well, there's a reason behind it!  Our dear friends from Clinique Philippines will actually be hosting The Clinique Party!!!

"On November 5, 2011, Clinique will gather the 6 Bloggers together with a chosen reader as a special guest for The Clinique Party!"

How to win this special invite?

• Post a comment and share to us your own Clinique Experience. You can share to us how Clinique helped you out or how you discovered Clinique products. 
• Keep in mind that you can only participate in 1 out of the 6 blogs!
• Contest starts today ends November 3, 2011.
• 1 Winner will be emailed and announced before November 5. My date will also win a special gift pack from Clinique!
• Please join ONLY if you can make it on November 5, 2011 Dinner time around Makati area (exact location is yet to be announced)

Because I know most of my readers, I want to make sure this contest is unbiased so I will be printing out all your comments without your names and ask Mr. AMW to help me pick his top 3.  The top 3 will be sent to Clinique and they will help me choose the winner to join me for a night of beauty talk, skincare consultations and a whole lot more (ex. CHISMIS! lol).

Goodluck! 
I can't wait to know who my "date" will be on November 5! :)

Keep smilin'
Stay happy!

(Author is not affiliated with the company.  This post was made because the author loves the brand and is glad to be part of the campaign out of free will.  Please purchase at your own discretion.)

4th Year Anniversary of....

Mr & Mrs. AMW!!!

**We awarded each other Best Husband and Best Wife! :P

I am a bit busy for the moment but I want to take this moment to share to everyone how lucky I am to be married to Mr. AMW --- my boyfriend, my best friend and my hubby!  

If you've been a long time AMW reader and you've met me in person, you've probably met Mr. AMW as he has been super supportive of me and of course, my blog!  

And because of that, I will be sharing to you guys the "luck" I've had!  I've been blessed by God for giving me good family, wonderful friends and the ultimate husband who loves me for who I am  crazy ! :P

Check back every now and then as I have series of giveaways for AMW readers!  Before you start thanking me, please, thank our sponsors for supporting AMW and for trusting AMW to be a venue of good will!  

*GROUP HUGS*

I'll be back when I can breath!  *laughs*

Work gets a bit crazy but there's always time for quick chat :P

Keep smilin'

Stay happy

Nail Art Tutorial: Ghosts vs. Mummies

Yes dearies, you read the title right!  I'm creating my own game called "Ghosts vs. Mummies" as inspired by one of my favorite game "Plants vs. Zombies"!  Who's the good guy or the bad guy?  I dunno!  You tell me!  They're both cute on nails, scary in real life!  

Ghosts and mummies, please, do not make a cameo on me!

Ooohh Advance Happy Halloween!  Here's part 2 of my Halloween inspired nails!  Frankie retired recently because his hair was vanishing!  *teehee*