Make it Perfect

Although all in Asia, ladies from different countries exhibit very different character and lifestyle. Just looking at what food they consume, it's not difficult to notice how differently they lead their lives. The Japanese Sushi, the Korean Kimchi, the Chinese Dumplings, and the list continues. Looking at how they dress up themselves, despite similarity in some fashion trend, each influencing each other, the basic and the focus are normally vastly different.

I used to have roommates coming from all different Asian countries. The Koreans think that it's a respect for themselves to put on make-up and dress up nicely every time they leave their home. Same to the Taiwanese. I had this very sweet Taiwanese roommate, she has to put on eyeliner and a few layers of fake eyelashes, even just going downstairs to buy her groceries. Some people might think that they are over-doing it. But who is these people to judge? If putting on make up, appropriately, can make someone confident and happy, what is the big deal?

To me, I think, and I believe, confidence come from inner self. But, that alone is not enough. Take a bit of time everyday before you leave home, a nice dress, some make-up, and nice hair - nothing expensive nothing fancy, but the glow in you will shine your day.

Here's a video I'd like to share, it shows that there's never ugly ladies in this world, but only the lazy ones! Ladies, let's stand up and shine together! :)

P.S: Practice make perfect. I used to spend at least 30-minute in front of the mirror just to put on simple eye make-up. But now, 10 minutes and I am ready to go! Remember, put on a smile as well! <3

Naughty Neon!

Festive of Holi. Let’s talk about colours! We often get so comfortable with neutral colours - black & white, white & grey, simple and easy to match. Many of us are still not comfortable in wearing loud colours for the bang effect, probably that’s because as Asians we are still relatively reserved.

It has been a while since I’ve spotted neon colours in the crowds. The colours were back in trend 2 years back and I still remember seeing the striking colours 1 year ago when I went for my shopping trip in South Korea. It’s something very catchy, but I have to say that someone has to be quite daring to bring out the striking colours. It took me quite some time to try on, until I bought my really bright yellow bag a few months back, I started to like the striking effect! The brightness not only adds a glow to your fashion sense but also brighten up your day!

In Korea, girls are quite adventurous with colours and prints. Even in their MVs, which you’ve probably noticed while watching The Gangnam Style MV, the usage of colours combination adds in a very funky feel!

                                Pretty K-pop HyunA in Gangnam Style MV :)

Matching the colours appropriately will give you the look you want to achieve. Some of the girls I saw on street wear a full suit of neon combination, looking really cool and funky. As I am more reserved in that, I find it rather sweet by just adding a little hint of neon or really bright colour accessories to my rather plain dressings  - sometimes I go to work formally dressed with my neon nail colours, and sometimes I go shopping in t-shirt and jeans paired with my super bright yellow bag! And last night, I went to the gym running in my neon orange running t-shirt! P.S: Yesterday I saw this lady wearing a baggy t-shirt with a bright pink leggings -  I love that look!

Tips: A little bit of colour makes you fun-loving. But over-doing can be scary. My advice is to start with the bright coloured accessories! Just a bit of brightness, you’ll see the amazing effect! Girls, try out and share with us how you like it! ;)

Neon Style in the other Asian Cities:

P.S: On my way to work this morning, I saw this man in jeans wearing a pair of shoes with neon yellow shoe lace. Super cool! And 5 minutes ago when I was walking back to office from lunch, I noticed a few ladies wearing neon colour skinny jeans! ;)

Wonders of Eyeliner - Part 1

Lucky me! I used to have a Korean housemate and I learnt useful makeup tips from her. She told me that there are a few items that you will never want to leave your house without - BB Cream, eyeliner, mascara and their lip-gloss. Looking at her putting her makeup every morning, I realised that she spends most of the time drawing the super cool eyeliner. And if you girls look at all the K-pop posters, it’s not difficult to notice that their sparkly eyes are very different from the westerners, and the Korean girls shine in their own fabulous way!

The little bottle of liquid eyeliner did wonderful jobs for her. No matter how sleepy and puffy her eyes are, within 5 minutes, the liquid eyeliner never fails to make her look like a goddess. The difference between the gel liquid eyeliner is that it is thin, and it gives you a very well defined line, which bring out the sparks and spirits in you. Unlike the pencils, the gel liner leaves a shiny and defined effect, very easy to use, and bling bling here you go!

Tips #1: Different ways of drawings (they called it different ‘tails’) can give a complete different look, and once you master the skill, you’ll start to love your eyes, for sure. I went through lots of practices, so girls, don’t be lazy, don’t get frustrated, it’s all SUPER worth it once you master this amazing drawing skill!

Tips #2: Pair it with different eye shadow and you can create all the different looks from sweet to sexy! Girls, remember to finish your eye make-up with a mascara and shine with confidence!

Practice makes perfect, practice makes you wonderful! Girls, stay pretty and have fun!

More to share soon! <3

Welcome Note

Not many people can resist the K-pop temptation. From their drama series, music, fashion, to makeup, I have to admit that the Koreans have done themselves proud, inspiring so many of us out here. All the beautiful and gorgeous Korean actress, how can I not want to be as pretty! Yes, it is widely acceptable among the Korean society to have plastic surgery. While that may be true, I think we have to give credit to them in making such great use of makeup, cosmetics and trendy fashion to spark out the amazing beauty in them. As a girl, I always want to stay pretty, and even to be prettier. As I go along my beautifying mission, I want to share my journey with you girls as well, and let’s make us all fabulously beautiful! ;)