Cheap Thrills: Paganini x OMG x Glamworks

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Hey there! :)

I have another "cheap thrills" post for you! Basically, this kind of post is all about awesome products that costs P100 or is worth less than P100  (ex. "Buy 1 Take 1 for P120", which means its P60 each). Bear with me guys, its my post anyway. Please? Hehe. ;)

Left to right: Paganini Collection makeup sponges (P49.75 per pack), OMG Oh my Golly nail color in Bahama Blue (P17.75), and Glamworks Make Up Remover Cleansing Wipes (Buy 1 Take 1 for P49).

Makeup sponges are usually looked over in my world. Once I throw out the dirty sponge from the compact, I always forget to buy a new one. That's probably the reason I've never hit pan on my powder foundation.

Everyone knows I can't do my own nails. No, I don't trust myself in cleaning my own nails. Hahaha! But I really love how modern and edgy this shade is. It's almost black, but the blue shade peeks through.

I've been using the makeup wipes for 2 weeks now, and I must say.. Not bad! I don't recommend it for eye makeup and the super long wearing matte lip products.

Everything was bought in Landmark, except Glamworks (from Watson's).

SM City Lucena: Pasayahan Festival with Kapuso Stars

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Pasayahan Festival is an event in Lucena wherein both locals and tourists celebrate the city's culture and unity. From small to big businesses, doesn't matter if you're an average employee or a business owner, the rich and the not-so rich, everyone is entitled to enjoy this event.

Last March 28, a gorgeous parade from the city central until SM City Lucena was held. Different local units and busineses had their floats, dance group and even Carnival Queens graced the streets.

For more photos, click here.

After the parade and awarding, everyone was invited to watch Kapuso Stars in the SM City Lucena Event Center.

Stars of the show "Home Sweet Home" and Dingdong Dantes entertained the audience with song and dance numers.

This was my first "Pasayahan Sa Lucena" experience. It was extra special because I also experienced "Pasayahan Sa SM Lucena". I know a lot of people would say that visiting SM Supermalls outside metro Manila is pointless because we have a lot of them here already. But really, that's the whole point of it.

SM Supermalls is undeniably a part of our culture already. It's a familiar place. Somehow, even when you're in an SM somewhere far from your home, it makes you feel at home because of the same ambiance it brings. I can personally vouch for this because that's how I felt when I was in SM City Lucena. It was as if I was just in my neighbors SM City San Lazaro and SM City Manila. Somehow, I felt rigjt at home even when I was miles away.

I would like to thank SM City Lucena for inviting me to celebrate and experience the "Pasayahan Festival". Thank you for making us feel right at home. I would also like to congratulate you for the very successful "Pasayahan Sa SM Lucena". :)

For more photos, click here.

SM City Lucena is located in Maharlika Highway corner Dalahican Road, Brgy. Red-V, 4301 Lucena City, Philippines

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MAC Riri Woo Lipstick - Review, Photos, Swatches

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The MAC and Rihanna Collaboration has been the buzz ever since the word came out. Rihanna is known for her bold and fierce fashion sense and for her always controversial music videos and love life; which is why I think it's only appropriate that she collaborated with the equally bold and fierce brand who doesn't really give a shit if something's too weird or out of norm.

MAC Riri Woo was inspired by the cult-favorite (including Rihanna) Ruby Woo. This shade was immediately sold out in 3 hours online, even when MAC was a lot more strict with hoarders (1 lipstick per credit card). To be honest, I was so bummed when I learned from other bloggers and Youtubers that they're practically the same. They basically just changed the name (WTF, MAC?).

But.. Are they? Let's see.

MAC Riri Woo is a bright, pinup girl type of red with blue undertones. It's in retro matte finish, which is usually extremely drying when applied and worn (just like Ruby Woo and Smoked Purple). Others claim Riri Woo and Ruby Woo are the same; I'm a little partial on that statement.

Upon application, Riri Woo is a touch deeper and has stronger blue undertones. Of course, you really can't tell the difference without comparing them side by side and stare at them meticulously. The swatch comparisons below don't do justice on how different they are. Riri Woo is definitely the fiercer sister of Ruby Woo.

Just like the usual matte lipstick, this stayed on my lips for hours, and left a pretty red stain after a good lunch. It's buildable to be as opaque as you want it. It's also a little more forgiving than Ruby Woo's and Smoked Purple's drying formula.

MAC Riri Woo Lipstick

WITH FLASH Left-Right: Ruby Woo, Riri Woo (swiped 3x each)

WITHOUT FLASH Left-Right: Ruby Woo, Riri Woo (swiped 3x each)

PROS: a classic shade that will never go out of style, will compliment most skin tones, long wearing, opaque, matte formula

CONS: easy to dupe (Ruby Woo is extremely close), retro matte (the drying type) formula, hard to find, pricey


VERDICT:

  I will definitely repurchase!


Where To Buy:
MAC Riri Woo lipstick (and the rest of MAC x Rihanna Collection) will be available this June

SM City Lucena: Mario D' Boro Meet & Greet Chacha Cañete and Fabio Ide

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Hi everyone! I am officially back to blogging! Wohooo! I'm so happy I can now give more time to my blog like I used to.

Anyway, have you been to Lucena City, Quezon? May is a special month for that city because this is the time that they celebrate "Pasayahan sa Lucena". 

In lieu with this festivity, SM City Lucena prepared a series of star-studded events especially for the people of Lucena: "Pasayahan Sa SM Lucena".

Mario D' Boro, a well-known shoe brand that you can see in all SM Stores, held a Meet And Greet in SM City Lucena's SM Store with their endorsers: Chacha Cañete and Fabio Ide.

I'm quite sure you know who Chacha is (Bulilit, bulilit, ang liit liit!). This multi-talented little girl has a lot under her belt an have gone a long way from her TV commercial, which include being the face of Mario D' Boro shoes for kids. I think she exemplifies the brand perfectly. She's young, stylish, hil and energetic. I know this young star can sing, but I didn't know she's really good at it! She performed "Girl On Fire" by Alicia Keys and the famous Annie song, "Tomorrow". Catch more of her on ABS-CBN

Fabio Ide is a Brapanese model who's now also into acting. Now he's the new face of Mario D' Boro for men. I can understand why the brand chose him. Yes he'a handsome, really sweet and nice to his fans and everyone else; those are given already. But what stands out about him is his effort to reach out and relate to the Filipinos. Though He's still struggling with his Tagalog, when you hear him do it, you can tell he's trying his best which is enough and appreciated (at least for me). He's young, athletic, certified eye candy, and with an eye for stylish shoes.

Mario D' Boro just launched their new collections for the new school year. The brand caters to kids, teens and adults. You can find their new collections in all SM Stores nationwide. :)

Other photos from the event :)

FixUp Diecena

Prizes for the games, from Mario D' Boro

Some of the happy participants during the games :)

Chacha, explaining to DJ Sammy Babe of Love Radio Lucena why she loves Mario D' Boro.

Fabio Ide, serenading a lucky girl from the audience.

For more photos during this event, check out my Facebook Page! :)

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Maria's Collection - Armparty of Handmade Chicness & More

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Why do we love accessories?

It's the easiest (and usually the cheapest) way to update one's wardrobe. Since we have to be practical without sacrificing style, changing accessories to fit the current season is the way to go.

I've always been a fan of handmade accessories. It's nice to know that someone put a lot of effort into creating the masterpiece that I'm wearing; just like Maria's Collection.

Maria's Collection offers handmade accessories, from bracelets to necklaces, mostly inspired by bohemian chicness. Their pieces feels organic yet glamorous. Girly, yet fierce. It's the small, surprising and should I say appropriate dozes of "oomph" that makes their pieces very up to date. Personally, I feel like their pieces were made by a slightly older and more stylish sister. :)

My favorites are the last 2 sets. I love how the skulls, wing and "Be Happy" charm give that edge to the bracelets. I aslo love the mix of neons and classic wood. Have you checked the locks of her necklaces? They're so pretty! <3 <3 <3

Check out Maria's Collection now! :)

Beauty Haul: Neutrogena Goodies

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Beauty haul time!!

I've been a little more conscious with my skin nowadays. Especially with my schedule, stressful lifestyle and less-than-holy diet, the consequences of these factors are showing on my skin. I'm in my mid-20s and I'm not getting any younger, soooo a decent skin care system won't hurt, right? :)

I've been meaning to try Neutrogena products. I've been hearing lots of raves about them, so I'm really eager to try them out. I was hoping they'd have their makeup products here too, but for now I can only settle for their BB cream.

Everything (aside from the BB cream) targets big pores and blackheads/whiteheads. Yep, I have them. No thanks to my combination/oily skin. Anyway, I've been using them just for a week, and so far I'm loving them. I will post a review maybe after a month or so of using these babies.

I'm still in search for that HG BB cream. This one is a promising BB cream. Shade is not as off, consistency and coverage is better than the other BB creams that I've tried. Let's see how it'll perform in a month. :)

Have you tried any of these products? Did they work for you? Let me know! ;)