Friday, October 14, 2011
Quote of Wisdom
A good friend sent this a couple of days back and when reading it, I felt guilty that I, sometimes, get too caught up chasing after wordly things. Instead of holding onto what we already have (Family, shelter and buddies), we're always wanting to get the best grades, jobs, friends, approvals from people, and getting rich. Sure, these things puts you on an edge before everyone else.
But how often do you sacrifice the important for the unimportant?
The Dalai Lama, when asked what surprised him most about humanity, he said:
“Man.
Because he sacrifices his health in order to make money.
Then he sacrifices money to recuperate his health.
And then he is so anxious about the future that he does not enjoy the present;
the result being that he does not live in the present or the future;
he lives as if he is never going to die, and then dies having never really lived."
A good friend sent this a couple of days back and when reading it, I felt guilty that I, sometimes, get too caught up chasing after wordly things. Instead of holding onto what we already have (Family, shelter and buddies), we're always wanting to get the best grades, jobs, friends, approvals from people, and getting rich. Sure, these things puts you on an edge before everyone else.
But how often do you sacrifice the important for the unimportant?
The Dalai Lama, when asked what surprised him most about humanity, he said:
“Man.
Because he sacrifices his health in order to make money.
Then he sacrifices money to recuperate his health.
And then he is so anxious about the future that he does not enjoy the present;
the result being that he does not live in the present or the future;
he lives as if he is never going to die, and then dies having never really lived."
♥ 12:00 PM
Thursday, October 6, 2011
Black Queen's Dance Cover
Beyonce's Single Ladies
I have been watching their rendition online for sometime now, and am so motivated by them. Geez, they are so coordinated! I'm never quite a fan on korean/japanese groups or shows, but this is just so good!
Haha, I am reminded of the small dance surprise we did at a friend's wedding just over a year ago. Enjoy!
Beyonce's Single Ladies
I have been watching their rendition online for sometime now, and am so motivated by them. Geez, they are so coordinated! I'm never quite a fan on korean/japanese groups or shows, but this is just so good!
Haha, I am reminded of the small dance surprise we did at a friend's wedding just over a year ago. Enjoy!
♥ 7:44 PM
Wednesday, October 5, 2011
Bobbi Vs Chanel
Not long ago, Brown came up with the long wear eye shadow, and just recently Chanel churned up their very own long wear luminous eye shadow. I was never a big fan of Bobbi Brown, but thanks to Stanley who relentlessly told me to give it a shot. Well, I'm glad I did because they have the longest lasting gel liner ever, and I have been using them since. Why so? It did not smudge even after 23hours of flight time, and it proved to be amazingly good in blending with my other eye shadows.
Well, after reading much mix reviews on Bobbi Brown's product, I decided to get it and try it out for myself, and got it in Beach Honey. I would say it is rather light,and looks great with normal to tan asian skin colour. On the bright side, it adds a slight definition to your eye, but on the downside, it creases after a few hours.
Brown in Beach Honey.
Just a few weeks back, I bought Chanel's luminous eye shadow in Illusoire. It is absolutely stunning. Yes, it is stunning! Honestly, I bought it because it looked the prettiest of them all. But, it actually complements my Quadra eyeshadow in Vanites amazingly well! Also, I used it as an eyeliner sometimes, or add a light stroke over it. The after effect is smoky purple eyes.It definitely lasts more than 12 hours or so, if you prime and moisturise your face before applying it. The application is easy and it comes with a mini Chanel brush (Plus Point!). But I prefer to use a proper blending brush for it. Well, it glides onto the eye areas without stretching my skin, and I could layer them twice/thrice, because it is not too strong in the first stroke. I personally like eye makeup like this, because I get to choose the type of intensity I want for my look.
Illusoire - Purple/Silver Pigments
Sorry if it isn't very clear, but my eyeliner is rather visible and the shimmer above it is illusoire.
Verdict: Bobbi is good, and great for a nude look. However, I'd prefer Chanel not because of its brand or whatsoever, but because it gives me the flexibility in going for a soft shade, or a much intense look.
Not long ago, Brown came up with the long wear eye shadow, and just recently Chanel churned up their very own long wear luminous eye shadow. I was never a big fan of Bobbi Brown, but thanks to Stanley who relentlessly told me to give it a shot. Well, I'm glad I did because they have the longest lasting gel liner ever, and I have been using them since. Why so? It did not smudge even after 23hours of flight time, and it proved to be amazingly good in blending with my other eye shadows.
Well, after reading much mix reviews on Bobbi Brown's product, I decided to get it and try it out for myself, and got it in Beach Honey. I would say it is rather light,and looks great with normal to tan asian skin colour. On the bright side, it adds a slight definition to your eye, but on the downside, it creases after a few hours.
Brown in Beach Honey.
Just a few weeks back, I bought Chanel's luminous eye shadow in Illusoire. It is absolutely stunning. Yes, it is stunning! Honestly, I bought it because it looked the prettiest of them all. But, it actually complements my Quadra eyeshadow in Vanites amazingly well! Also, I used it as an eyeliner sometimes, or add a light stroke over it. The after effect is smoky purple eyes.It definitely lasts more than 12 hours or so, if you prime and moisturise your face before applying it. The application is easy and it comes with a mini Chanel brush (Plus Point!). But I prefer to use a proper blending brush for it. Well, it glides onto the eye areas without stretching my skin, and I could layer them twice/thrice, because it is not too strong in the first stroke. I personally like eye makeup like this, because I get to choose the type of intensity I want for my look.
Illusoire - Purple/Silver Pigments
Sorry if it isn't very clear, but my eyeliner is rather visible and the shimmer above it is illusoire.
Verdict: Bobbi is good, and great for a nude look. However, I'd prefer Chanel not because of its brand or whatsoever, but because it gives me the flexibility in going for a soft shade, or a much intense look.
♥ 8:17 PM