London Calling for Work!

If you want great, flawless and celebrity-ready fashion styles peg, I highly recommend that you subscribe to Rachel Zoe's website. I will no longer elaborate who is Rachel Zoe (Again, I highly recommend you search for her!), because her name alone is already a trademark (Uyy, google agad kung sino pinagsasabi ko haha!).

As I was checking my e-mail, I saw this latest collection from her. My jaw literally dropped (Sa totoo lang, ganun talaga panga ko sa mga bonggang becky stuff hahaha!) when I saw the combinations she pulled this time. Well, some may be of old mix and match idea, but she managed to take it into a new level: bonggang becky office attire. Very work appropriate (Warning: Do not heed my suggestions. It will make your bosses fall off their chairs at work hahaha).

Grand entrance for work!

You can always make an excuse that we live in a tropical country.

FOR CLIENT MEETINGS! Winner haha

NOTE: All photos sourced from here.

I made a mental note (A strong one!) to hunt for similar clothes here in the country. I am my own stylist (Yan ang aking motto for today).

Do share if you see any similar clothes here :)

'Til next post!


Ciao,

Maddie

The Slimy Cleaner.

When using my laptop, one of the things I really hate is to see small dirt and dust pile inside the keyboard. My plan is to use a keyboard guard similar to that of Mac. However, after countless trips to stores not even one caters to my laptop model.

My BF suggested that I buy a clear plastic cover that sticks nicely in the keyboard. But, it is not aesthetically appealing for me and at the same the comfort of typing would be changed (Yuck, OC much? haha). After a few months, I totally forgot my plan

On a lone day inside a DVD store, while looking for some titles for my cousin's project, I chanced upon a neon green product hanging beside the cashier. My curiosity got ahead of me as I ended up buying Pursuit of Happyness DVD (which is what I came for) and that neon green product.


Here are the photos showing how I used it:

See all those dirt and dust? Btw, meet Candy my pink-colored laptop!

I love the zip lock part!

Gooey is the term!

Upon opening, you will be greeted by a minty, alcohol and medical scent. Not bad, since it really makes you smell that it will deliver results as it claims. But did it really? Sad to say, it was not of help to the dust and dirt that sits on Candy. I think this one will be applicable to PC keyboard instead of a laptop.

If you have a PC then give this one a shot! Though I would not really recommend it to laptop users.

'til next post!

Ciao,

Maddie

Win some Celeteque goodies!

One of my top choices for drugstore brand is Celeteque; it really never fails me with my skin care routine. Over the years, through their scientific research and dedication, they managed to address women's skin dilemmas in an effective way.

I have been using Celeteque Facial Wash even before their DermoScience line came out, and I can attest to the effectiveness of their products. That is why I am really hyped when Ms. Shen came out with this contest. However, I am really having a hard time choosing which line to take. Currently, I have two major skin problems that I need to take care of, so I need my total sense of judgement here LOL.

Want to see if Celeteque is your skin’s saver? Join now!

‘Til next post!

Ciao,

Maddie

Snapshots # 1

Last weekend, I got really excited of the plans to see my friends. Well, sadly, it didn't turn out the way I have thought of it. 

It was a weekend - I don't want to go home early. So, I patiently waited to be rescued from total loneliness (Cheesy noh? haha).

The tragic nail polish hahaha! TFS Nail Polish :)

Yep. I love how it is so durable yet functional.

Through my eyes - glasses that is.

Lakas maka-becky! Fenk kung Fenk. Charles and Keith.

This post is titled #1 since I am thinking of doing these random snapshots. Let's see :)

'Til next post!

Ciao,

Maddie :3

PFW 2012: Brands

Now that the Philippines Catwalk has finished showcasing truly remarkable Filipino talents, why not I share to you what caught my eye this year. I'll be focusing on the brands that gave us a preview on what's in store for us and to make this post challenging (for me), I'll decide on only one outfit that is a stand-out for me. Other deciding factors would be: I'd look great in it (Good vibes, come this way!).

*Note: All photos are from the StyleBible.ph.

Avon: Black will always be this damn sexy. 

Michael Cinco: There is no harm in teasing.

Rajo Laurel: Eye candy.

SM Ladies Wear: Neon on rain.

SM Parisian: Bright footsies.

The Ramp Crossing: Jazz that work attire.

Bravo to Philippines Fashion Week!

'Til next post!

Ciao,

Maddie

Gel Nails.

When the fad for gel nails hit Manila, I decided to take a plunge (An expensive plunge that is haha!) and tried it for myself.

Done at Beauty and Butter.

Grace Kelly polish shade. If I remember it right.

My verdict is that I love it! It stayed good for three weeks with its uber glossy finish, until I decided to have it removed. The reason: my nail bed started to show up. Plus my boss commented, “Hala parang pang-mangkukulam na yung haba ng kuko mo” (Yikes! Why do you have witch-like nails?).

5 things I did with my gel polish (Which made me love it ‘til my next polish date):

1. Wash hoards of laundry.
2. Wash piles of dishes.
3. Open up bottles and cans.
4. Play typing games.
5. Catfight (Just kidding LOL!).

Sadly, because of the complicated maintenance (You cannot use Acetone on this one) plus the expense (Frugal times, as usual haha) I think thrice each year is not bad for my nails.

How about you? Have you tried any nail fads this past quarter?

'Til next post!

Ciao,

Maddie <3

Got chocolate?

Doesn’t chocolate taste soooo good that even the slightest smell of it can make you lick your tongue, bite into temptation and savour the taste? Obviously that is exactly what happened to me – almost. Good thing I managed to snapped back to reality before I end up with a tummy ache or worse.

Meet Hershey. My Hershey-flavoured lip balm whose story of how I got her can be read here.

See, it's almost invisible.

Product Description: A Hershey-flavoured lip balm in stick form with a dark brown colour up-close; but when applied it has a faint to no colour effect on lips. WARNING! There is a strong scent of chocolate (Which is addicting by the way) which may lead into thinking it is real chocolate (Do not follow my lead LOL!). The amount of product to be used can be adjusted but just be wary since the ‘wheel below’ (SORRY! I can find the right term at the moment. If anyone knows this, please do comment the correct term. Thanks, love) can easily be loosen or broken.

Product Performance: As much as I love its scent, I can say that it does not live up to its description as a lip balm. Every time I use this (I alternate it with my Carmex Lip Balm), I feel my lips get drier than the usual. I thought maybe a little Carmex Lip balm underneath would do (This got me thinking, BB or Balm over Balm) and on I went. However, even with my mighty Carmex Lip Balm my lips would end up semi-cracked (Yikes!). I actually tried using this for a month but with the same results. So maybe this would serve good to those with already plump lips, but for me I have this shelved for good.

Price and Placement: The price is around 150.00 PHp to 250.00 PHp. For those who want to try it out for the satisfaction of smelling it, you can buy it online through various sellers or better yet purchase it through my friend :)

So was there a lip balm that disappointed you? Do share :)

‘Til next post!

Ciao,

Maddie