Askmewhats Reviews: Paul & Joe Face Color Autumn 2007

Available at Paul & Joe Rustan's Makati for Php1,150.00 (approx USD27.00)

The first time yours truly tried on this limited edition face color is when I modeled for my friend's make-up class for the Modern 90's look. The first swipe she did on my cheeks, There's a big O forming from my mouth! I HAVE to get this! And I did!

Paul & Joe Says ---

An exquisite gradation, created by blending two different shades together, this face color brings out each individual's inherent natural color and contours.


Askmewhats Says and Shows ---

When swatched, this looks too orange-y and bright! But when you use a blush brush and swipe just once, you can see the sudden "flush" (nice kind) on your cheeks. For my photo below, I swiped 2-3times each cheek, just to show everyone how to color is! hahaha

Askmewhats Tips ---

1. Take desired amount onto brush and pat it a bit on your hand first before brushing it on your face to create a softer more natural look.
2. You can use the lighter portion as eyes highlighter and use the darker orange as eyeshadow (if you really plan on using orange e/s) --- triple purpose!
3. If I find this at times too overpowering, I would put on a bit of loose powder before swiping the face color with a brush, and lightly swipe it on my cheeks for that really brightening effect :)
4. Some people may find this too "orange", aside from my liking of mixing lipstick with a concealer (as seen here), I also mix my blushes, I mix a lighter peach toned blush or if you don't have a lighter blush, do the tip #3
   

Will I repurchase?
Yes! Different colors!

Some other P&J products you may enjoy
Paul & Joe Light Cream Foundation
Paul & Joe Eyebrow Pencils


How'd you like it? Do you think it looks too orange for you?

Your askmewhats,
Nikki

Beatrilicious' Corner: Spring/Summer 2008 hottest accessory: - The Headband!

Blame it on Gossip Girl’s Blair Waldorf, headbands are back and they are so hot at the moment for Spring/Summer 2008. Check the paparazzi photos of hollywood celebs and you will see them wearing headbands. Even the high fashion designers are coming up with their own versions of headbands to catch up with this trend (just take a look at Blair’s headband in the Season Finale of Gossip Girl. She’s wearing a Jennifer Behr pink headband) Not only they are stylish, they are your best defense against bad hair days or when you feel just like being very girly or “kikay”. Good thing about headbands is that, anyone can wear them from young girls, teens, young professionals, moms, and the list goes on. There are lots of headbands to choose from, ranging from thick, thin, studded, with ribbons, flowers, garters. You can just raid your own cabinet and see if you have stocked old headbands from before! Voila, instant style! Here are some headband styles you can choose from (here are my personal headbands from my cabinet so I won’t have to spend a single centavo just to get in style haha!)

• Sash Headbands – you can recycle the ribbons you get from your presents or buy one from a fabric store and you can instantly have a look that’s good to go! See Nicole Richie’s sash, similar to what Nikki used in her portfolio shoot (to check back, click here)

Beatrilicious' Version ---

• Patent Headbands – whether you ironed out or curled your hair, it will suit any style. If the LBD (little black dress) is a must-have in a girl’s closet, one should also have a LBH (little black headband!) haha! But seriously, it can take you from day to night. A trusty headgear that won’t let you down.

Beatrilicious' Version ---

• Printed headbands – From stripes to polka, printed headbands are cute to match your day outfit. Lots of colors to choose from. Select one the fits your personality or your mood for the day.

Beatrilicious' Version ---

• Bow Headbands – very Blair Waldorf-ish! You can dig up your old headbands with ribbons in it. I am using my brown headband which my grandma passed me more than 10 years ago. Since the trend is back again, I’m always using it again.

Beatrilicious' Version ---

• Garterized Headbands – best to use if you have a bad hair day. You can tie your hair and make an up-do then wear the garterized the headband to hide the baby hairs standing up. Good to use especially in the morning when you’re about to go to the gym or do your errands.

Beatrilicious' Version ---

• Studded Headbands – this kind of headband you can use if you want to be a little bit glammed-up. Iron out your hair for a more casual look or make an up-do then put the headband in place for a more formal look. Take it from Lauren Conrad and Rachel Bilson.

Beatrilicious' Version ---





Who is Beatrilicious? Check her out...by clicking here
Want to check her out more? Here's Bea on her
Cotton Candy Look
Daytime Blues
Another Makeover day


Love this post? Show your love to her! (Note from Askmewhats)


Your Beatrilicious,
BEA

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

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