New Fashion Blog

If you aren't aware yet, I have created yet another blog which is more fashion-related. I have teamed up with few of my friends to be included in this blog to include different styles of fashion. Our first fashion post is just up, which talks about our NYE's OOTD so please check it out!

My Sassy Style

Show some love and follow if you want to be kept up-to-date on the latest fashion trend! We have so many ideas that we can't wait to post up, so stay tuned for more! =) In the meantime, Have a HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYONE!

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Posted by: ~Mel // at Friday, December 31, 2010 //

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2010 NEW YEAR'S EVE Makeup & Hair Tutorial

I can't believe 2010 is almost over! My, the time just flew on by - le sigh. Therefore, I made this last tutorial of the year extra special with a bonus hair tut at the end. Hope you all enjoy and have a great new year!

Hair Tutorial #1

Eyes:

Prescription contacts - Freshlook in Grey
UDPP
MAC e/s in silverthorn, knight divine, cork, and carbon
NYX Ultra Pearl pigment in white pearl
UD 24/7 liner in zero
Lashes in A7, DJ-07 & A021
L'oreal Linear intense liner in black
NYX glitter liner in disco ball
Flamingo mascara

Cheeks:

MAC Emote blush for contour
R&R blush in Lust

Lips:

Rimmel lip liner in Addiction
YSL lipstick in #2
NARS lipgloss in Turkish Delight

Hair Tutorial #2

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Posted by: ~Mel // at Thursday, December 30, 2010 //

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Black Swan Ballerina Updo Hair Tutorial

I went to see Black Swan starring Natalie Portman and Mila Kunis and I must say that I really loved it. Natalie Portman is just an amazing actress who can really transform into any character and that's what makes a great actor. I applaud Natalie Portman in her role of Nina in this psychological thriller movie where she became totally engrossed and obssessed as a dancer that she began to lose grip on reality. A definite must-see if you're at the theatres for sure.

Anyways, there was a scene where she was being announced as the lead dancer and wore this simple yet elegant updo, which was perfect for any ballerina. It's a simple french twist that already signifies elegance and ends with a typical bun that adorns all ballerinas out there. Hoped you enjoy this tutorial as much as I enjoy putting it together. It's a simple and great updo that can be worn for all occassions. =)

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Posted by: ~Mel // at Monday, December 27, 2010 //

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Deck the Nails with Hollyberries Tutorial

Of course, it wouldn't be the same if I didn't include a holiday nail tutorial to start off the christmas spirit. Hope you like and have a great holiday weekend everyone! =)

Materials used:
Orly Calcium Shield top coat
China Glaze in Golden Meringue & Golden Enchantment
Art Deco nail art polish in green and silver
Sally Hansen Insta-Dry drops
small red rhinestones


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Posted by: ~Mel // at Thursday, December 23, 2010 //

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Kristen Stewart-Inspired Holiday Makeup & Hair

When I had come across this photo of Kristen Stewart, I was definitely inspired to re-create this makeup look of hers. The deep burgundy red on the eyes just call out holiday to me. This is something that you can definitely glam out for the night. I did the hair a bit differently with a more polished look to it. Hope you girls enjoy!

Materials used:

Eyes:

UDPP
MAC e/s in Star Violet, Sketch, Carbon, Bamboo
Urban Decay 24/7 liner in zero
lashes in LLS Brand A7
Flamingo mascara

Cheeks:

NYC blushable cremestick in Plaza Pink
R&R blush in Call Me

Lips:

MAC lipstick in Lolipop Loving
MAC lipglass in Love Nectar

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Posted by: ~Mel // at Monday, December 20, 2010 //

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Mini Skincare Product Review

It's been getting hard lately to review each and every product that I use since I use so many at any given time. Therefore I've decided to do a mini product review on a slew of things that I have been using and hopefully you girls will find helpful.



Products mentioned:

Sabon Lavendar Patchouli Vanilla Body Scrub
Sabon Lavendar Rose body lotion
Lioele Milk Change Point Cleanser
Estee Lauder Daywear Plus Moisturizer
Skinceutical CE Ferulic Acid serum
SANA Cleansing Oil
Shiseido Aqualabel Protect Milk Sunscreen
SKII Facial Treatment Essence
MBD facial masks in Bird's Nest
St. Ive's Green Tea Cleanser
St. Ive's Moisturizing Olive Cleanser
St. Ive's Green Tea Facial Scrub
Venus Gilette disposable shaver
Bic Soleil disposable shaver
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Posted by: ~Mel // at Sunday, December 19, 2010 //

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3-in-1 Look from Daytime to Smokey Neutral Makeup

I wanted to do this video tutorial to show that you can use the same colors but used in different ways to create totally different looks. This just shows that having a select basic colors in your repetoire can be very versatile.

Eye Makeup used:

UDPP
Neutral quad - vanilla, shroom, bamboo & show stopper
L'oreal Linear Intense eyeliner
Urban Decay 24/7 liner in zero
Shiseido Mascara base
Flamingo Mascara

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Posted by: ~Mel // at Saturday, December 18, 2010 //

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Amy's Fashion Shoot revisited

Few weeks ago, I did a fashion shoot with Amy again and she had three different outfits she wanted to do for the day. I did her hair and makeup accordingly and I must say, I always seem to surprise myself. The shoot went well however the day was sooo cold! Props to Amy for withstanding the cold to model in her dresses. I'm freezing just looking at these pics! hehe.

For more photos of the shoot, head over to my photoblog.

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Posted by: ~Mel // at Friday, December 17, 2010 //

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Holiday Look: Gold & Green w/ Simple Knot Updo

I can't believe in 9 days, XMAS will be here and I have only finished shopping for one person! eek! I need to get a heads start this weekend for sure. Anywho, to help kick-start the holiday moods, here's a simple green and gold makeup look with a simple knot updo. I hope you all enjoy!

Eyes:

UDPP
NYX Jumbo pencil in Cottage Cheese and Horse Radish
Maybelline Quad in Emerald Isle (crease color)
NYX Runway Collection in Secret World (light gold color and dark green)
MAC e/s in Bamboo & Vanilla
UD 24/7 liner in zero
L'oreal Linear Intense liner
Glamorous Lash from Pretty & Cute

Cheeks:

R&R in Call Me

Lips:

Canmake lipstick in 04
MAC lipglass in Gold Rebel


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Posted by: ~Mel // at Wednesday, December 15, 2010 //

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Blog-aversary Giveaway part 2 =P

I'm a bit embarassed to have waited this long to put out the 2nd part of my giveaway for 2 yr blog-aversary. However, since it's so dangerously close to xmas, think of it as a Holiday Giveaway instead - tee hee.

To enter, it's quite simple. Just comment below this post & let me know what is on your wish list for Xmas this year. ^_^

Few rules of course:

1. Must be a follower of my blog AND "like" my FB page
2. Must be 18 to enter or have parent's permission if under

The prizes are as follows:

Emjoi corded epilator
+
1 Lush product

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MAC lipstick/lipgloss of choice or 2 Lush products

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MAC lipstick/lipgloss of choice or 2 Lush products

Thank you to Folica and PrettyandCute for providing some of the prizes above. They have been nothing but generous.

Winner will be chosen randomly and will be announced on my FB page so please follow if you haven't already. The order of the prizes will be given to the person who contacted me accordingly to choose between the three.

Contest will start today and run through the Dec. 23rd at 11:59PM EST. Good Luck everyone! =)


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Posted by: ~Mel // at Friday, December 10, 2010 //

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