Up Next: Makeup Look For Less

Although I'm already armed with the right products, I can't get my hands on doing this right now because some wedding stuff is making me a very busy girl.

So, I apologize for the blog delay!

But before I go, I just have to say that I'm so excited to dive in and do it right!

I'm gonna make sure the post on this look will be up this weekend.

By the way, have you submitted your entry on my first ever makeup giveaway?!

To do that, please click thru the link below:

http://modfancies.blogspot.com/2012/09/fulfill-your-mod-fancies-my-first.html?m=1

Stay tuned girlies! ❤❤❤

 

Featuring mostly local drugstore makeup products

Cheerios,

 

Date Night: Outfit and Makeup

Picture this: you're going out on a Saturday night but you don't have anything fabulous to wear! Que horror! So, you decide to just head to the mall and pick up something new to impress your hot date with.

Okay, stop right there.

Now, breathe.

Remember, you don't have to splurge any more than you have to; especially, considering that the next pay day is a lightyear away.

So, what you have to do is check your closet again and I suggest put on a black ensemble -maybe the good ol' LBD ala Audrey Hepburn- then pair it with some simple makeup  to achieve that 'glammed-up' but effortless look.

I say black because we all have it lying around and come to think of it, its magical 'thinnification' effect is not an unwelcome factor either *wink wink*. Another thing is, it makes it easier for us to pull off the polished with an edge style.

Black is the fashion default - you can never look over-dressed or under-dressed with it on.

So, this was exactly what I did when I went out for a dinner buffet (edit: hello! black is love when you're about to get stuffed with good food) a couple of nights ago.

Left photo with flash / Right photo no flash

Instant Happiness - New Beauty Stash

Warning - post loaded with product lust

You guys know I love makeup, right?

I don't know why but just looking at an array of makeup under the soft (insert cosmetic brand here) store lighting gives me a sense of happiness. Whenever I'm stressed out, a new tube of lipstick never fails to cheer me up.

But since not all great cosmetics brands have established presence here in our country, the next best option for us makeupholics is the Internet. Once or twice a year, I scour Amazon to pick up some of the goodies (makeup and more) that are not being offered here in Manila.

Actually, let me make a small correction on that last statement: I get to choose the products I like then my fiance would arrange all that needs to be done after. Oh, I just love him.

Scroll down for the goodies ↓↓↓

Real Techniques Brushes

90s Makeup Nostalgia Part 2

As promised, here is my attempt to recreate the 'natural' makeup trend during the early to mid-90s.

Think Donna Martin/Brenda Walsh/Kelly Taylor from the original swanky zip code of prime time teen television, Beverly Hills 90210, or maybe Kate Moss during the much-celebrated grunge wave of the decade, or even the 90s bombshell Claudia Schiffer.

The makeup was all about deep contours, full brows, brown hues and everything matte.

Before I begin, let me remind you, I'm a neophyte so please, be kind.. ^.^

Start with a fresh face: tone and moisturize if you like. 

I used Flawless' facial toner and
Clarins White Plus HP Whitening Moisture Day Emulsion

The base I used was a Korean brand BB cream, which provides light coverage, perfect for the hot weather in Manila.

Skin 79 Hot Pink BB Cream

Almost Hitched

I find myself cringing whenever I see videos or hear stories of a man very publicly proposing to his woman. Although some of them are quite touching, I still feel like punching my face at the thought of going through the same thing. Even now, just writing about it is making me hyperventilate.

It goes without saying that I always advice my man, who happens to be a very passionate person, against that sort of stuff. From anniversaries to the seemingly obligatory Valentine's Day celebrations, I would always raise my hand at the idea of a hassle-free romantic dinner. 

The Ring

So, I was over the moon when he proposed to me in a quiet way - in a boat overseeing the Boracay sunset a fortnight before the summer ended. 

It was the sweetest, most romantic thing ever done with sophistication and dignity. It was very private (as it should be) and lovely. 

Well, almost private - if you don't count kuya who was manning the boat.