2017

2016 is over, just like that!

It was a tough year but, hey, that's what life is all about.

So I am welcoming 2017 with the warmest hug I can give and the biggest smile I can do!

Happy New Year!

NYX Loot

I am one lucky and happy gal when I had finally managed to go to City Lifestyle (Yes, sorry for my kababawan, but that's what I am) - and to think that Centrepoint is just a stone's throw away from our place. Haha.

I've been looking for this soft matte lip creme in Transylvania for ages!

Actually, I found it in the Philippines when I had gone to SM Megamall last May but I found it too pricey in Php.

The shade in Copenhagen is also creating such a buzz but I don't want to buy both yet as I want to try it first - need to know if my lips won't be too dry.

I've tried LA Girl but then my lips were so chapped.

With NYX's, it was the opposite and therefore, definitely, I am coming back for more.

It put up with me through the day even after I had liquids like coffee and water.

It did bleed out during the latter part maybe because I did not use a lip liner - that I'll have to try later but overall, I love it!

Same goes for the Wonder Pencil that I am using as an eyeliner.

It gives an instant brightening effect on the eyes.

As for the eyebrow powder, I am quite satisfied too.

I do not have a great pair of brows - they are thick with some sparse area and are not alike so I've decided to let them grow and will have them professionally shaped and trimmed.

The liquid foundation though is a let down.

It became a bit sticky and I am shining everywhere - it does not match well with my skin type so I think I will have to go back to my True Match Foundation.

Well, it's still a great loot after all. I am such a big fan of the brand and am also looking forward on my next visit since they have most of the products now.

Ikea

Yes, I am guilty... of keeping the Ikea Brochures...and going through them sometimes...

Ok, maybe a lot of times: imagining how the stuff would look like in our future home, tells the husband and asks if we can "look around" @ Ikea. 

Husband says there's no such thing as a "look around" there, only "ah, these look cute, can we get these?" and heads home with a lot of stuff that we practically can live without. 

Oh, Ikea! I'll see you soon!

Happy Holidays!

Before everything go crazy, to everyone celebrating Christmas, may you all have a great one!

Happy Holiday!

Stress Free

Outfit Inspiration: Winter = Sweater Weather

The temperature is going down day by day. 

Since I am always feeling cold, I've started wearing my sweater. 

Got this pair of Keds from the Philippines and has been overused since. 

What's your go to outfit during the winter? 

OPPO F1s: Holiday Getaway

It has been three years since I had set foot in Goa, India and I know it won't be my last time to go there. 

My husband and I traveled there before Christmas of 2013: it was a perfect time! 

Cold season was just arriving in Doha and the summer, just the right amount of sunshine for the perfect tan in Goa is just right and is amazing! 

Just lying there on the sand near the beach and enjoying people-watching, drinking your fresh coconut water while waiting for the sun go down is one for the books. 

We stayed in The Zuri Hotel and the place is fab too. 

There are lots of attractions/tourist spots to visit. 

We had visited the Spice Farm, a fort and they also have various old churches with great architectures. 

And oh, the food especially the seafood are amongst the best ones that I had so far!

As a sucker for taking photos, a great mobile phone is a plus.

I've heard that Oppo F1s' camera at 13 MP is a good one and the phone's big memory to store those travel photos is also an advantage - so talk about loads of photos that you can instantly share. 

The phone's colors are incredible, might opt for the gold one if I am to purchase one (paging Hubby hehehe). 

Here are some of my favorite photos from the said trip. 

Oh, now that it is the time of the year to decide on where to go for the next trip, I will definitely consider Goa as one of my top picks. 

Goan Sunset

We spent an afternoon just lounging beside the pool. 

The Couple's Massage in the hut is indeed relaxing. 

One of the jampacked restaurants that we had been too. The Videoke Lover in you will surely enjoy this one. 

Another restaurant that you should visit. 

Well, that's my silly Hubby :)

Outfit Inspiration: Zalora PH Finds

I've been trying to choose toned down colours for my closet. 

It's my first time to order from Zalora and I know that this is not going to be last. 

The sizes are just right and the prices are also reasonable. 

Hmmm, am thinking thoroughly on what to get next.

Outfit Inspiration: Stripes + Love Local

These striped shirts are my recent purchase from Bench. I am so happy that I am a size Medium :)  These can be paired with both jeans and office trousers. 

Love Yourself