Happy Halloween!

Happy Halloween from me and Westy, who is so spoiled that my mom bought him TWO costumes for the Halloween parade at daycare. Did you dress up this year? Tell me about your costume in the comments section.

grandma’s eyebrows

What do you think of when you about grandma’s eyebrows? Ugly or classic?

Well according to my mother, it means ugly. I admit I’m not the most updated girl when it comes to my eyebrows, but I wouldn’t think they’re ugly… N i don't think my mom gets her eyebrows done either.. so I don't know why she's so critical to mine brows...??!?!?

Though, I plan to go get it done soon.. the problem with me is that I never remember to keep it clean~~ Well.. that's just another thing I need to learn to do.

A random pixx of my eyebrows..

Carol's Daughter Sugar-Dipped Vanilla Bath and Body Collection

They got me. And by they, I mean Lisa Price and those hustlers at the Home Shopping Network.

A few weeks ago while at home on maternity leave, I was channel surfing and landed on HSN. Lisa, founder of Carol’s Daughter, and the HSN host were raving about the ‘Today’s Special’ – the new Sugar-Dipped Vanilla Bath and Body Collection. They extolled the virtues of the products’ ultra-hydrating properties, and couldn’t stop gushing about the collection’s unique fragrance profile. And by the end of the presentation, I had reserved a set for myself.

I don’t think I’ve ever purchased bath and body products without smelling them before, so ordering the Sugar-Dipped Vanilla products online was a leap of faith. And I fully intended to give someone a piece of my mind if my order didn’t live up to the hype. Luckily, the products turned out to be just as amazing as they were described – which is why I’m taking this opportunity to start spreadin’ the news.

For all of you fellow vanilla addicts out there, I think you’re going to dig the Sugar-Dipped Vanilla fragrance. Why? Well, because notes like peach, pink peony, guava, water lily, sandalwood and cotton candy set it apart from your run-of-the-mill vanilla scent. It smells so soft and fresh, and the fragrance is so flattering that I think a lot of vanilla haters will actually love it too. Trust me, you won't smell like baked goods.

You’ll also love how the Sugar-Dipped Vanilla Bath and Body Collection - which includes body wash, body cream, and an ‘All Over Sheen’ (plus a loofah) – deeply moisturizes skin while leaving it velvety soft…not greasy.

I’ve been using the collection every day since it arrived on my doorstep, and I adore it so much that I’m kicking myself for not also buying the Sugar-Dipped Vanilla Eau de Toilette Rollerball.

The Sugar-Dipped Vanilla Bath and Body Collection are an HSN exclusive, so if you take my advice and snag yourself a set, visit hsn.com.

day 6/7/8

Day 6/7/8

Day 6: A representation of your day- what do you do?

Well, I go to work.So average about 8 hours on the computer screen.. it’s not very good to my eyes but time goes by so fast, I never know when to take a rest.

I am a lazy little girl so I never had the habit of going to the gym until about this year, which I think it’s quite an accomplishment since I go to the gym by myself now, totally motivated by ME! A lot of times I would go to gym during lunch time, so I can go home right after work. Other times I go after work because I like going to gym classes.

Day 7 something you ate today-

O I wish I took a picture before I ate it.. I usually don’t eat breakfast, but today I was handed a subway breakfast sandwich.. YUM. =)

For lunch, I always try to bring food to save $. However lately I been eating a whole lot of McDonalds because of my little hope of winning something with the monopoly.. haha. But I have to say the more I eat the more disappointed I am. It’s kind of obvious that they do not let out certain pieces so NO ONE can win. I mean, I don’t know if anyone actually wins, but I saw this dude with a little MOUNTAIN of monopoly pieces ( no joke) & well.. when I left it seems that he hasn’t win anything yet.

Day 8 Something You Dislike.

If we’re talking about some THING I dislike, nothing really comes to my mine other than food… but if we’re talking about some ONE, then I would say cheaters, liars & ppl who think they know everything.

 

It’s obvious why we hate cheater & liars. As for people who think they know everything..you know what, they don’t. They’re arrogant and think highly of themselves. All the educated people that I respect are humble. They know that no matter what, there will be people out there who are smarter/ more knowledageable & I think that’s true; Geniuses can’t be a genius in EVERYTHING, right?

 

 

alright that's all for now. I think I might do another blog soon that's not relate to the 31 days o blogging.~~~ =) jiya ne.

 

 

 

 

·Day 1: Self portrait – share basics/make an intro.

·Day 2: Someone you adore – 5 reasons why

·Day 3: Something you bought today

·Day 4: What’s in your bag?

·Day 5: Your humble abode

·Day 6: A representation of your day – what do you do?

·Day 7: Something you ate today

·Day 8: Something you dislike

·Day 9: A place you went today

·Day 10: TV show you’re currently addicted to

·Day 11: Your family pet(s) – if you don’t have one, take a picture of anything

·Day 12: What’s in your fridge

·Day 13: The town/city you reside

·Day 14: Something you craved today

·Day 15: A stranger and why you chose them

·Day 16: Your closet

·Day 17: A representation of the you no one really knows

·Day 18: Something you collect

·Day 19: Favorite part of yourself and why

·Day 20: A hobby you have

·Day 21: Your parents

·Day 22: Your room as it is right now

·Day 23: Go some where you’ve never been & take a picture

·Day 24: Something you find funny

·Day 25: Self portrait myspace-esque

·Day 26: Where you go to relax/get away

·Day 27: Something that gives you purpose

·Day 28: A before & after shot of anything

·Day 29: An action shot

·Day 30: Another self portrait

·Day 31: Something that always makes you smile

Maybelline Volum' Express the Falsies Washable Mascara

I hate mascara ads. Hate them. People get bent out of shape about magazine airbrushing. Well, mascara ads are my pet peeve. The lashes in said ads are always so exaggerated that no matter what amazing results the mascara actually yields, you end up feeling cheated because your fringe still doesn’t look as fantastic as it does in the ads.

So, speaking of false advertising…a while back, Maybelline sent me a tube of their Volum' Express the Falsies Washable Mascara to test and review. At first, I was really disappointed that it didn’t look the model’s. But then I had to stop myself and think rationally. Obviously, the lashes at left have been creatively super-sized and no one in their right mind should expect to look like that, post-application. So I put the advertisement out of my mind, stood in front of the mirror again and took an objective look at my lashes. And you know what? Ad, schmad…Maybelline Falsies Mascara is ab fab – and I’ll tell you why.

First, Falsies has just the right consistency. I’m like Goldilocks when it comes to mascaras. I hate when the consistency is too thick or too watery. This one is just right – coating evenly without clumping. And over time, it doesn’t dry out like so many on the market. Another reason to love Falsies: the curved brush grabs every lash – lengthening and volumizing them to their true potential. For gals with sparse lashes like me who have little to work with, you know that this is a big deal. Finally, I absolutely love that the formula is buildable. So many mascaras claim to be buildable – and then you layer on coats only to wind up with clumped up, tarantula-looking foolishness. The Falsies Mascara builds perfectly. Apply one coat for a natural, “maybe she was born with it” doe eyes. Layer on multiple coats and your peepers will be batting a thousand.

I’m so impressed with Falsies that I’d say it’s a close second to my #1 mascara, Lancome’s Hypnose Drama Instant Full Body Volume Mascara. They’re alike in many ways…well, except for the $16.50 difference in price.

Honestly, Falsies’ mascara is so great that Maybelline didn’t even need to augment their ad. The actual results speak for themselves, and the $8 price tag is just icing on the proverbial cake.

Makeup Mondays With Mario: Turn Back Time

Celebrity makeup artist Mario Dedivanovic is answering your burning beauty questions!!! Every Monday, he will answer a beauty/skin care question as part of a weekly column on Spoiled Pretty, Makeup Mondays with Mario.

Hello Mario,

I find as I get older, my skin needs a lot more coverage and does not have as much luster. Is there a specific product that could help because if I use too much concealer, I look too made up and if I use too much highlighter, it is not smooth looking - and too much glitter on older skin just doesn't look good. Can you recommend some products to use to cover and give the appearance of smooth maturing skin? I am going to turn 42 next month and I am a single mother of a 19-year-old daughter and a 3-year-old son and I feel I have lost my shine....please help!

Regards,
Sue

Hi Sue,

I get asked this question a lot from women! As our skin changes with age naturally, the makeup you wear should change as well and same goes for your skin care regimen. Start with your skin products first because it can make a huge difference. Use anti-aging, lifting and collagen-boosting products and always use a rich eye cream like the Eye Balm Intense by La Mer.

For foundation, I recommend you go with a liquid like DiorSkin Sculpt Line-Smoothing Lifting Makeup SPF 20. It covers nicely, contains light-reflecting crystals and gives a glow to the skin. Just blend it well and make sure that the color is a perfect match. If your skin is dry, you can skip powder all together or apply a little loose powder to set the t-zone. For concealer, it's important again to use a liquid and one with anti-wrinkle or lifting properties. A great one is Instant Age Rewind Double Face Perfector by Maybelline.

To finish off your face, I think every woman should use a makeup setting spray or even Evian spray, especially if you use powder. There are so many out there that are amazing! One of my favorites is 10 Years Younger Makeup Setting Spray by Motives. Apply it right after you finish your makeup and throughout the day to refresh your makeup and keep you glowing.

Thanks for visiting Makeup Mondays with Mario!

xo,
Mario

Got a question for Mario? Email your makeup and skin care queries to spoiledprettyquestions@gmail.com, and check back next Monday to read Mario's expert advice!

Bare Traps Trystine Boot: Stylish Answer to the Wide Calf Conundrum

If you have wide calves like me, you know how physically and emotionally exhausting it can be to shop for tall boots. The funny thing is that my calves aren't even that fat. It's as if shoe designers are making boots for anorexic appendages...or trying to embarrass all of us thick-legged sistas so that we struggle, in vain, zipping up a cute boot while all these other heffas simply just slip them on.

Anyway, I lucked out a few weeks ago when I purchased these super cute boots at DSW.com. I first spied the Trystine Wide Calf Boots by Bare Traps at my local DSW store, but they didn't have my size in stock. So when I returned home, I logged onto dsw.com and ordered a pair.

The store's limited size offerings actually worked out in my favor because I used three coupon codes (920 for 10% off, SHIPR for free standard shipping, and 919 for 500 bonus points added to my DSW Rewards account). So the $59.99 boots ended up only costing me $53.96 - and I'm closer to my next rewards certificate.

The Trystine boot, while synthetic, look like the real thing. The heel is high enough to elongate and visually slim the leg, yet low enough that they're comfortable all day long. The boot shaft circumference is roomy enough that I can wear them over leggings and skinny jeans. I can also pair them with skirts and dresses.

And for those of you lucky enough to have average sized calves, the Trystine Boot comes in a regular width too.

Makeup Mondays With Mario: Color Coordination

Celebrity makeup artist Mario Dedivanovic is answering your burning beauty questions!!! Every Monday, he will answer a beauty/skin care question as part of a weekly column on Spoiled Pretty, Makeup Mondays with Mario.

Hi Mario,

As a beauty junkie, I just want to say how awesome it is to get to write and ask you a question. And if you're reading this question, that's even more awesome. You are so talented and I really admire your abilities. Anyway, moving on - here's my question. Do your eye shadow, blush and lipstick/gloss have to be in the same color family? I'm always so confused about the rules. Like, if I wear warm tones on my eyes, do my cheeks and lips also have to be warm toned too? And if not and it's okay to mix them up, do you have any tips for how to coordinate them all? Thanks so much, Mario!

Love, Leslie

Leslie,

Thank you! This is a great question so I want all the ladies to pay attention, please. ;-) To help rid yourself of confusion, get rid of "the rules." There are no rules or laws when it comes to makeup, but there are a lot of options.

Eye, cheek and lip colors do not have to be in the same color family. For those of you who don't know, warm tones are shades like brown, bronze, yellow and peach. Purple, pink and blue are all cool tones. I think mixing cool with warm tones can have a beautiful result. Let's say your skin is warm with a yellow undertone and you do your eye makeup with purple shadows which are cool tones, it doesn't mean that your cheeks and lips have to be cool. I think a warmer cheek like peach and bronze and a nude lip in this situation paired with the cool eye is aesthetically more flattering.

A client of mine once referred to me as the "mix master of makeup," LOL. I mix everything on the back of my hand to see the result. One of the best parts of doing what I do is being able to "wipe it if I don't like it."

Thanks for visiting Makeup Mondays with Mario!

xo,
Mario

Got a question for Mario? Email your makeup and skin care queries to spoiledprettyquestions@gmail.com, and check back next Monday to read Mario's expert advice!

Day 3/4/5 something i bought, inside my bag n more.

Alright, I think it’s time that I make up some of the entries that I missed ^^

Day 3: Something you bought today.

Well, over the weekend I bought a pair of slippers. It’s not too exciting because I only bought it when my feet were dying from my heels. I seriously think my college days had “untrained” all my hard work of heel days in High School. Funny, right? You would think it should be the other way around. I wore mostly only slippers in college.. at first I thought it was ugly, later I found it to be so comfortable..

Although I am on a mission to train myself to wear heels again. Heels really make a huge difference. For example, you can’t really slouch in heels (unless it’s super low heels). Which means it helps with our posture and looking confident when walking!

Let me show you what I wanted to buy though.

It’s pretty nice, especially since the heels really fit me perfectly. I think it’s the same height as my highest heels. It was at Nordstrom rack, so it was half price then the original, but still cost $150. So I had to think about it. Plus I really need to find out how to organize my shoes.I haven’t bought shoes for a while but I kind of have a small place...I was going to organize my place yesterday to clean up a new home for my shoes.. But ended up didn’t.. There’s just not enough time in a day!

btw i bought more mcdonalds today... hoping that I would win.. usually I don't play this stuff.. let's hope I'm lucky ^^

Day 4: what’s in your bag?

My bag.. OoO.. I am ashamed to say it.. but it’s a little bit busy.. I throw everything in it, so I have to clean it out once in a while.

The only thing I really have problem with is notes, which is what really makes my bag messy. I like to take notes, but it’s hard for me to keep a notebook. I either forget to bring it or I feel like it’s too heavy to bring it everywhere.I also don’t really like to buy calendar books that have a huge space for every single day. Since I might not have that much to write in everyday, it feels like a waste. However, some days I would have a lot to write for, especially on shopping days. So yeah, I have a little problem here.

Day 5: Your humble abode

I don’t think I would show my home picture here in the web, besides, I don’t think I am rich enough for people to be curious about my house. I feel like usually the “popular” people on the web are somewhat rich. For example, all those makeup artist weblogs, I like them, they make good tutorials, however, how many of us can spend $18-25 dollars on a single lip gloss or eye shadow palette for “tutorial” purpose? Not to say they don't deserve the fame for what they do, ( if they r good, they deserve the fame!) I just don't think I fall into the category

Back to the point, I think internet, blog, TV, whatever, we are all looking for something that we have not seem before or have not seem often enough. So here is something you probably don’t see every day, a picture of a homeless man with a working laptop… wow. I think he probably have a better laptop than I do.. since my laptop’s battery life is super short ( need a new one asap..i'm thinking mac..) Haha.

O look & he have a dog too which I personally don’t have one.. ha..

Well, that's all for now. jiya ne <3

·Day 1: Self portrait – share basics/make an intro.

·Day 2: Someone you adore – 5 reasons why

·Day 3: Something you bought today

·Day 4: What’s in your bag?

·Day 5: Your humble abode

·Day 6: A representation of your day – what do you do?

·Day 7: Something you ate today

·Day 8: Something you dislike

·Day 9: A place you went today

·Day 10: TV show you’re currently addicted to

·Day 11: Your family pet(s) – if you don’t have one, take a picture of anything

·Day 12: What’s in your fridge

·Day 13: The town/city you reside

·Day 14: Something you craved today

·Day 15: A stranger and why you chose them

·Day 16: Your closet

·Day 17: A representation of the you no one really knows

·Day 18: Something you collect

·Day 19: Favorite part of yourself and why

·Day 20: A hobby you have

·Day 21: Your parents

·Day 22: Your room as it is right now

·Day 23: Go some where you’ve never been & take a picture

·Day 24: Something you find funny

·Day 25: Self portrait myspace-esque

·Day 26: Where you go to relax/get away

·Day 27: Something that gives you purpose

·Day 28: A before & after shot of anything

·Day 29: An action shot

·Day 30: Another self portrait

·Day 31: Something that always makes you smile

Day 2: Someone you adore – 5 reasons why

I think this topic is very difficult. I think most people will post their friends here. & well the obvious reasons why because they're friends, they support me, they're sweet.. etc. & I guess that's what I am SUPPOSE to post here, cuz these topics are suppose to let the audience know more about ME. But I decided not to do that, because we all have friends and I think it's impossible to understand why we personally adore our friends unless we know the history.. & well, that would be a long ass blog! ( plus, I would have to post too many ppl here... I can't just pick one)

Well, if I post someone who is not my personal friend, it is still difficult.. but let me try.

In the Music world.. I adore...

1) Chopin

Obviously, I adore him for his music. He lived in the Romantic Era, with the piano available as it is today. You can use a lot of pedal with his music, & I love using pedals because it's much less likely to hear a broken phrase. I won't elaborate too much since we all know who he is.

2) Sergei Rachmaninoff (English: Rachmaninov)

He is a Russian Pianist, live in between Late Romantic and 20th century Era of music. I think the blend is great, because a lot of 20th century music include too much dissonance sounds (unpleasant sounds). It is still music but difficult to listen and understand it unless you did the research. For Rachmaninoff, I think he had just enough dissonance but not too much, thus, it is still pretty easy for me to listen. His music is very powerful with lots of strong characters.

3) Christina Aguilera

I know, she's completely different then the two persons above. I am kind of scared that I put them in the same category. I adore Christina, I love her voice. If I have a genie, I would wish to have her voice!

In the Modeling World .. I adore..

Heidi Klum

There are too many beautiful people out there, it would be impossible to say who is the most beautiful. For me, I think a beautiful body definitely needs some curves, so I crossed out all the skinny people! I think Heidi is so beautiful, especially baby after baby, I hope I will be able to do that too!

In the movie world... I adore..

Johnny Depp.

NO I DON"T THINK he's hot. & actually I don't understand why girls would think that way, unless it's because they are truly overpower by his talents. Ok, I don't know anything about acting, but I do feel like he's one of the only actor who truly transforms in to the character that he is playing. Most of the time I don't even recongize that it's Johnny Depp in the movie unless I was told so.

oh... So I guess instead of someONE I adore with Five reasons why, I ended up with Five persons I adore. haha. Well, close enough!.

Fresh Brown Sugar Lip Polish

Are you a fan of Fresh's Lip Treatment SPF 15 and Brown Sugar Body Polish? If you are, well, I've got some sweet news for you. Imagine a hybrid of these two cult favorites...

Fresh Brown Sugar Lip Polish leaves lips incredibly soft and smooth. The unique formula is enriched with real brown sugar crystals to gently buff away dry flakes. And it nourishes the lips with the oils of meadowfoam seed, jojoba seed, and grapeseed while shea butterprovides long-lasting moisture. Just apply Sugar Lip Polish and gently massage away dull skin. Leave on for 5 minutes and rinse with warm water. Recommended use is two to three times a week for irresistibly kissable lips.

Right now, Fresh Brown Sugar Lip Polish is only available to Sephora Beauty Insiders. So click here to sign up (it's free!) and be one of the first to snag this exclusive.

Day 1: Self portrait – share basics/make an intro.

I decided to follow the trend right now and do the 31 days of blogging posts! =) Hope you will find them interesting~~~

31 days of entires.. here I come... ^_^

 

   

For some basic info about me.. well, I am an Asian girl, who mostly have long hair most of my life. I remember there were times when I was younger that my mom would yell at me to force me to cut my hair. Everytime I cut it, I hate it.

I am on a mission to be as active as possible in learning new things because I know I am a lazy girl! The good thing is that i'm pretty good at forcing myself to do things.

Everything I am interested in have to do with ART. I love Music/Piano, ( anything) Design, Photography, Comic, Makeup, etc. & I am trying my best to learn all of these as much as possible while having a full time job. Which sometimes I feel maybe it's too much, but I wouldn't want to regret not trying my best to learn all of them.

  

 

I " secretly" wants to be a (model/acturess/singer) celebrity. But in reality I don't really want to have those careers because I like a peaceful life. I think we all crave fame, but once we get it, it gets out of control really fast. ( of course this is probably only true if I gain a lot of fame, but even once we get a little bit of fame, we always crave more, don't we?)

 

** follow by celebs that I think r beautiful**

 

 

Jessica Alba- I think she's so sweet looking & can look real hot too.

Christina Aguilera- I am addicted to her voice, I wish to have her voice (+ her body)

Kim Kardashian- Well.. what can I say? I like her body

Scarlett Johansson- I think her acting is ok, but she is beautiful from head to toe!

Oh yeah, I am also addicted to a lot of drams & shows, but I will tell you that in another day. =)

So yeah, I guess that's the basics about me. <3

1st blog **

My first time using Bloggers. Mmmm I hope I make it interesting! =)

MAC Earthly Harmony Nail Lacquer

Two weekends ago, Mr. Spoiled Pretty sweetly offered to watch Westley for the day so that I could rejoin the living and get my shop on. So I drove to the King of Prussia Mall and proceeded to give my Visa a workout.

While perusing the MAC counter at Nordstrom, a new nail polish caught my eye. Earthly Harmony, one of six new shades created by renowned nail guru Jin Soon, immediately reminded me of OPI's You Don't Know Jacques (one of my all time favorites) – a slightly lighter version with frosty sparkle, anyway. It took me about three seconds to decide I couldn't leave without a bottle on my person. Sadly, it was not meant to be. The saleswoman apologetically explained that they had sold out of the shade and wasn't sure that they'd get any more in stock.

While forced to leave the store empty handed, I decided that I wouldn't leave with nekkid nails. So I brazenly took the tester bottle and gave myself a quick mani right there at the counter. How tacky is that? I know, I know…I’m a mess. Ain't no shame in my game.

Undeterred, I left Nordstrom and headed to MAC's freestanding store in another section of the mall. Once again, in the words of Cher Horowitz, I was brutally rebuffed. Another MAC artist informed me of the shade's popularity and explained that it had sold out almost immediately. So when I returned home, I juiced up my laptop and ordered myself a bottle online. Thank God for e-commerce.

Earthly Harmony and the rest of the MAC Nail Trend F/W '10 collection is available, for a limited time, at maccosmetics.com and nordstrom.com. Heed my advice and nail this shade down before it's going, going, gone.

Makeup Mondays With Mario: Pretty Palettes

Celebrity makeup artist Mario Dedivanovic is answering your burning beauty questions!!! Every Monday, he will answer a beauty/skin care question as part of a weekly column on Spoiled Pretty, Makeup Mondays with Mario.

Mario,

I’m going to start by saying that you are a genius! I have learned so much through reading your blog and your Makeup Mondays with Mario column. What are your thoughts on makeup palettes? I have so many little eye shadow and blush containers that I never use because it's not convenient to open up every little jar one by one. Do you like palettes and if so, any recommendations for everyday colors? Thank you so much and keep inspiring!

Thanks, Debbie

Debbie,

Thanks for visiting MMwM, Debbie! I totally agree with you when it comes to the single eye shadow and blush containers. I have hundreds of them in my drawers and in my kit. That being said, I do like makeup palettes and I often use them on set. The trick is finding the right palette that works nicely for you. Check out The Balmbini Palette by TheBalm. I love the combination of shades for everyday makeup and one of my fave blush colors (Hot Mama) comes in the palette! Hot Mama blush is very similar to NARS' Orgasm blush and it works beautifully on darker complexions. For bronzy, warm tones, Lorac's Croc Palette is perfect. You won't get lip product in this palette but you'll have four great eye shadows and a basic natural colored rosy blush. These are only two of many makeup palettes out there to check out. Have fun!

Thanks for visiting Makeup Mondays with Mario!

xo,
Mario

Got a question for Mario? Email your makeup and skin care queries to spoiledprettyquestions@gmail.com, and check back next Monday to read Mario's expert advice!