Readers' Corner: On New Discoveries

One thing a lot of you don't know is that, I have an eyelid tape snucked inside my professional kit!  Why?  Well, you just don't know just don't know what clients will request next!  

I remembered one client who asked me to turn her "large almond eyes" to "Chinky-eyes".  One mature client demanded me to remove her "wrinkles" entirely.  Who says being a Makeup Artist is an easy job?  So this makeup artist has to be ready!  I'm not saying all my clients are demanding, I'm just a good 'ol "always ready Scout"!  

New discovery #1
BohkToh Eyelid Tape

Comes in Medium and Large

Php250.00 

Available at Nippon Esthetics website

These are super easy-to-use pre-cut eyelid tapes to help create "double eyelid" effect.  What I love about these is that it doesn't look too obvious as compared to regular tapes and it doesn't shine!  It has a matte finish thus applying eyeshadow on top will mask the look of tape thus giving a more natural effect!  

AMW Reports: WSI Opens in Manila

(Article updated on August 15, 2018)

Who loves watches?

I do!  I really do!  I can't survive a day without wearing one!  Once, in college, I forgot to wear my watch for the whole day, I felt so "naked" and uneasy I kept on looking at my wrist for time!  

As I grew older, my watch collection grew bigger, most of the watches I own are gifts from my husband (mostly from him!) and my brother!  They knew the best gift for me is the gift of Time --- I am one punctual girl and I'm crazy with my schedules! 

And who can imagine how "Watch Shopping" can get any better?  

Since the arrival of WSI (Watch Style Insider).  I recently attended the launch of the first WSI store located at SM Megamall.  WSI is a new retail "destination" where Watch Style is everything, WSI is the latest multi-brand retail concept from Fossil Group.  

Here is a watch-heaven where you can find latest watch styles by the world's most loved brands in ONE store.  You don't believe me?  You better do!  I have proofs!

DKNY MYNY Story

I have been a long time fan of DKNY fragrance, check out my post HERE, HERE, HERE and HERE.  I love the apple-shaped bottle so much I created a couple of "memes" in the past.

THIS (The BF/GF edition)

And this (The Growing Family Edition)

When I got an invite from my Sampleroom family on DKNY's newest fragrance called DKNY MYNY (My New York) and saw poster on the heart-shaped bottle, indicative of the New York Skyline, I have a bit of hesitation.  I mean how in the world could you change the well-known apple-shaped bottle?

Then I came to know about the background of this fragrance during the event.  The campaign is fronted by Rita Ora --- the talented beautiful singer Kosovan-born, UK-raised and madly in love with New York. 

AMW Bulletin: DKNY Be Delicious

Ealier this week, I had an intimate dinner or shall I say..more on desserts with Krishna and 2 other blogger friends Shen and Angela at Stockton Place (anyone tried dining there? Cakes are really good!)  With these girls as my "dates for the night", expect a lot of crazy talk and I bet the guy right beside us was overwhelmed with all the information he got!  *laughs*  He should regret eavesdropping our conversation!  *evil laugh*

Stockton Place 

So anyway, Krishna handle one of my favorite fragrance brand called DKNY and we were told there are some exciting news and I want to immediately share it to my dear readers --- YES YOU! :)

Something New: Because I Love Roses

"I'm a floral girl, in this floral world....life is flowery...it's fantastic" --- try singing that on a tune of "Barbie Girl"  It works right? 

Don't get mad!  That song has been playing over and over inside my head as I am typing this blog post!  Can't resist it!  I'm a composer at heart!  *blech* 

Really, the song started to play inside my head when I get to sniff the newest fragrance from pureDKNY!  I've been a fan of all DKNY apple shaped fragrance bottles for the longest time and when they released their pureDKNY Vanilla, I was a bit hesitant to use it as I'm more of a floral girl rather than vanilla!  Thankfully, the scent was mild and easy to the nose!  I even bought another bottle as a gift for my god daughter last Christmas!  (She's a teenager and I'm sure she'll love it!)

But of course, the love for florals will still be inside my heart so I'm glad they came up with something meant for me (no, I'm not referring to scents for the oldies okay?) 

  pureDKNY ROSE.

Something New: DKNY Fresh Blossom Eau So Intense

Let's talk about my favorite fragrance again!  I have tried so many brands and so many various scents but one brand that I've mentioned so many times in this blog is the cute DKNY "Apple"!  The gorgeous bottle caught the attention of many (including myself) and I'm one of those few collectors who even bought the limited edition tiny apple bottles from Duty Free Shop. 

Today, DKNY Delicious came up with 3 more Eau So Intense line ---

• Be Delicious Eau So Intense
• Golden Delicious Eau So Intense
• Fresh Blossom Eau So Intense

And because I'm done with my DKNY Fresh Blossom scent and the cute polka-dotted pink bottle is not available anymore, I'm glad I can at least grab another one this year!

Fresh Blossom Eau so Intense ---
Rose and lily of the valley notes get more attention in the new Fresh Blossom Eau So Intense. The once-delicate floral, inspired by the fragile but potent blooms on an apple tree, made more nuanced by ramping up the concentration of two of the most celebrated notes in perfumery. The result is a more textural, intense floral bouquet that is long lasting and fresh.

DKNY Fresh Blossom Eau So Intense is available at all Rustans Department Stores!  Join the Core Club now at Facebook.
50ml Php3,600 (approx $90.00)
100ml Php4,800 (approx $120.00)

And before I end this post, readers who are still juggling for Christmas gifts for the loved ones can take a look at the wonderful promo from the brand.  Coming December 21, 2012-January 31, 2013.  DKNY, Tommy Hilfiger will be available in perfect sizes (30ml) for only Php1,500 (approx $37.50).  This promotion is exclusive in Rustan's Makati and Rustan's Shangri-la!

Don't you love this deal?  Let's make the special people in our lives happy this Holiday Season!

Have you purchased fragrances for your loved ones?
I did!  I bought Mr. AMW a full size fragrance on our 5th year (BF/GF) anniversary which cost me an arm and leg!  *laughs*  He didn't know that I went for 6 months payment scheme on my credit card for that and I dislike doing so!  *sigh*  That's what love can do! 

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Something New: pureDKNY Vanilla

For someone who loves fragrances and can't live without a spritz or 2 in a day, I got the shock of my life when I got pregnant and none of the scents I own passed my super sensitive nose!  Yes, I've been going out without spritzing my usual scents for the past 3 months and friends who knew me personally would say --- "It's a SHOCKER!"

Along comes 15th week of pregnancy, my sense of smell has finally calmed down and I'm starting to appreciate fragrances again!  What's the perfect fragrance to give my nose a head start?

Something crisp, gentle and pure....

"Look good. Feel good. Do good. This pure new scent adds a drop of vanilla to a world that needs a moment of calm. More than a fragrance, it embraces a way of being that takes time out for the simple things, the things closest to the heart: love, joy, comfort, relationships, and community. The fragrance's top notes soar of the pure scent of vanilla. Accords of dewdrop petal, lotus flower, and Bulgarian rose harmonize with a floral heart of jasmine, freesia and lush orchid. It finishes in a cradle of warmth: white amber, creamy sandalwood."                                                                                                                         

What I love about this fragrance is the fact that pureDKNY supports an international development organization called CARE.  This is a microfinance project that will reach 900 Ugandan vanilla farmers!

**You can do your part by purchasing a bottle.  Pure DKNY is available in Rustans Department Stores for Php4,900 for 100ml and Php3,500 for 50ml.  

Do you own any DKNY scents? I've always been a DKNY apple shaped bottle collector and this simple, water-drop bottle is a nice change!

Keep smilin'
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AMW Report: AMW Interviews Chanel Iman

Remember this gorgeous Million Dollar Fragrance Bottle of DKNY Golden Delicious EDP?  I did hope to take a glimpse of this in person but I guess it did not arrive our shores!  BUT!  Something better happened!

I was able to do a "Cyber Interview" with Chanel Iman, the girl who unveiled the DKNY Million Dollar Bottle during the Press Event with body guards beside her to protect the bottle!

How chic can protection get?

To those who think Chanel Iman looks familiar!  Well, I'm sure you've seen her either on Vanity Fair, Vogue or during the Victoria Secret 2011 Fashion Show!  She's one of the VS Angels!  I am not surprised DKNY chose her to be the face of the Million Dollar Fragrance!

Chanel Iman kissing the bottle

Here's my "not-so-formal" Q&A Portion!

AMW: If you have your own DKNY Million Dollar Bottle, where will you keep it?

Iman: That's a good question.  I don't know what I'd do with my own million dollar fragrance bottle.  I'd probably have it right next to my bed.  That is a precious piece and Id want to keep it close to me.

AMW: What's your "must spritz" DKNY fragrance when you go out on a date?
Iman: I love DKNY Golden Delicious for the weekend.

(AMW: I agree with her, the DKNY Golden Delicious has a smell of floral which equates to romance!)

AMW: How does the Golden Delicious Fragrance fit in your lifestyle?
Iman: All of the DKNY Delicious fragrances are definitely in my rotation.  I like the DKNY Golden Delicious, but then I also like DKNY Be Delicious, it is good for the week and DKNY Golden Delicious for the weekend.

AMW: How does it feel to be the face of the Be Delicious franchise?

Iman: I've always wanted to represent DKNY.  When I believe in a fragrance that I wear, I definitely want to be part of it.  To be given the opportunity today, it's awesome.

Chanel Iman, thank you for answering my short queries!
I want to thank Theya So, of DKNY Philippines for helping me out on this!

What would you ask Chanel Iman if you get the chance to talk to her?

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My Fragrance Collection Gets Bigger...

... and I'm Loving It!!!

My love for fragrance was evident when I started to save my allowance from school just to purchase my first expensive Eau De Toilette from Aspen!  I even remember choosing the Aspen scent for men rather than the women because the latter exceeds my budget.

When I was working in Shenzhen, China, I would spend 360rmb (approx Php2,300+) ferry fee from Shenzhen to Hong Kong just so (you guessed it right) I can visit Bonjour shops to purchase sample fragrances!  I'm that addicted to fragrance!

This year, 2 wonderfully packaged scents were added into my collection!  Thanks Jenny and Theya for the scents of love! :)

Aura by Swarovski

Aura by Swarovski is a fragrance that has fruity floral scent centered on a fusion of amber and white musk.  Top notes of juicy lychee and powdery rose are both included to add up to a feminine touch with a spunk!

 The top of the cap has a huge Swarovski clear crystal embedded onto it!  If only I can pry this out and use this as a ring!  I'll get kidnapped adultnapped in broad daylight for sure!

Aura by Swarovski, the tantalizing new fragrance created by acclaimed perfumers Jean-Pierre Bethouart and Fabrice Pellegrin, is inspired by the same radiance and light evoked by these world famous crystals. It is inspired by the same way the crystals are cut and faceted with Swarovski’s exclusive know-how, capturing the light, diffracting it and then finally releasing it in a thousand brilliant rays. It is this phenomenon that has moved the perfumers to fashion this unique scent.

Aura by Swarovski EDT is available in 30 ml., 50 ml. and 75 ml. bottles and retails at Php2,900, Php3,600, and Php4,800 respectively. Aura by Swarovski is available at all Premium Department Stores Nationwide and Art of Scent, Luxury Fragrance Boutique Resorts World Manila, and Fresh Fragrance Bar Eastwood Mall and Abreeza

Next is an Apple, apple is really a temptation not only to Adam and Eve but also to me!  I have given in to this temptation several times!

DKNY Golden Delicious Eau De Parfum

The newest, most regal apple of the DKNY DELICIOUS collection is finally here!  I've owned a couple of scents from the DKNY DELICIOUS line and I use them  mostly on casual events as the scent are usually on the sweet and fruity side.

DKNY GOLDEN DELICIOUS Eau De Parfum is a luxe scent that radiates lavish seduction.  The newest, most regal apple of the DKNY DELICIOUS collection, DKNY GOLDEN DELICIOUS has an elegance that is reserved for the most discriminating taste.  It's tempting, sensual and warm.

For this newest collection, the scent embraces a radiant modern spirit with the contrast of glistneing florals and delicious heat!  The top is Orange Flower Water, Sparkling Mirabelle and Signature Golden Delicious Apple. The body of the scent is bouquet of White Rose, Casablanca Lily, Vanilla Orchid and Muget.  The bottom or the warmth of the fragrance is a sensual blend of Musk, Sandalwood and Taekwood.  With all of these  combined together,  creates a very sultry and sophisticated scent. 

The DKNY GOLDEN DELICIOUS EDP will be available in 50ml and 100ml sizes, retails for Php3,100 for 50ml and Php4,200 for 100ml at Rustan's Department Store starting this month!

And just for fun, can you imagine how a pretty bottle can even get prettier?  The first ever Million Dollar Fragrance Bottle!

OMG!

 *heart-pounding*

DKNY partnered with celebrity jeweler, Martin Katz, who used the new DKNY Golden Delicious EDP as an inspiration behind his, one-of-a-kind design.

"I began the design process by handpicking unique stones from around the world to create the NYC skyline.  The finished result was the most exquisit fragrance bottle in existence." said Martin Katz.

I AGREE!

The Million Dollar DKNY bottle will go on a world tour making stops at various events and fragrance retailers including the USA, Asia and Europe.

I wonder, will I be able to take a glimpse of this super pricey bottle?  I'll keep you updated for sure if I get some news on its whereabouts!

Don't ask me the price!  The name says it all!  *lol*

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A Love Story about Fragrances

Remember how excited I got when I own 2 of the cutest fragrance bottle around?  I was obviously excited because I've created a love story between the 2 of them.  You can smile and click HERE for the past post.

The 2 DKNY fragrances may look similar on bottle design, but their scent is as opposite as night and day!  The DKNY Fresh Blossom (Pink) has this fresh, feminine scentwith a blend of grapefruit which spells sophistication, perfect for the day! DKNY Delicious Candy Apples Limited Edition Sweet Caramel (Green) on the other hand smells sweeter because of its creamy caramel and vanilla scent which works well especially at night!

Here they are enjoying each other's company for 6 months now!  I like using them alternately depending on what outfit I wear or which occasion I will be attending.

After 6 months, their relationship moved up to a new level

Someone, I mean...something..came up!!!

It was a labor of love!  Oh my goodness, what am I even thinking?  *lol*  Oh well, I just want to share to the world that I am a proud owner of DKNY Limited Edition Mini Eau de Parfum Be Delicious! 

Though I am in love with the lovely bottles of the mommy and daddy, I appreciate it when fragrance companies give options to their consumers!  I am actually toting this mini bottle along with me all day for that instant "spritzing" before I attend an important meeting or event!  I can assure to the world that I am spreading wonderful scent wherever I go!  And best of all?  I can do this discreetly because the bottle is just right enough to be hidden inside my hand!  Now it's easy for me to say: "I was born to smell this way!" *harharhar*

Anyways, sad to say, this tiny bottle is not available for sale, I do believe I've seen a couple of limited edition miniatures inside Duty Free Shops though!  So keep your eyes open for cute stuffs like these!

Thanks to Estee Lauder Philippines for gifting me with this several months before Christmas!  This can seriously put a permanent smile on my face everytime I pull this out inside my bag!

What's your favorite fragrance you wish to have a miniature version?
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Stay happy!