[In The Moment Eye-Candy #7]

TOP: MAKE UP FOR EVER Fifty Shades of Grey Give In To Me Make-Up Kit/MAKE UP FOR EVER Fifty Shades of Grey Tease Me Lip Set/MAKE UP FOR EVER Fifty Shades of Grey Desire Me Cheek Set
 LEFT: ATELIER PEDRA Fluxe Ring

RIGHT: NIKE Roshe Flyknit/MADEBYFABRIX Marble Snap Case iPhone6-6Plus/URBANOUTFITTERS Cooperative Structured Bucket Bag/APPARELAFTERDARK Bow Bodice 


*adidas Originals x Kanye West presents #YEEZYSeason 1

 

**check out here for MTV News' infographic on the much anticipated 1st installment of the Fifty Shades of Grey trilogy


 

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[Beauty Diary: Dry Me X Lash & Wink Beauty Quick 30 Minutes Makeover]

The MAKEOVER is on!

Calling all beauty enthusiasts, especially you aficionados of falsies.  Be prepared to have your lashes ready for some fierce batting and winking cos' I have an exciting beauty testimony to report today.

So, a couple weeks ago, I got invited to this beauty event "BEAUTY QUICK 30 MINUTES MAKEOVER" held by Dry Me hair salon and Lash & Wink to celebrate the launch of Lash & Wink faux lashes (yes ladies, there is a new falsies brand in town that you MUST try) 

 Lovely decoration by The Swan Design & Decoration

Scrumptious sweet treats by DOLCI Dessert
(I recommend the coffee tiramisu, it's just superb)

The event was started with an introduction to Lash & Wink falsies and followed by a smokey eye make-up tutorial by Marcella Widita.  Afterwards, we were treated to the Beauty Quick 30mins Makeover by Dry Me and Lash & Wink team ♥  

SAPPHIRE - AMETHYST - EMERALD 

(both Sapphire and Amethyst aim for soft and natural looking lashes, while Emerald mimics an alluring and sultry looking lashes with its sexy cat-eye shape that flares out at the end)

 MOONSTONE - RUBY - ALEXANDRITE 

(Moonstone helps you achieve that sweet dolly look with maximum length effect to make your eyes pop, while both Ruby and Alexandrite with their boldness and volume give you a classy touch to accentuate your glamorous night look or simply to complement your sexy smokey eye make-up) 

Step by step smokey eye make-up tutorial by Marcella Widita with various tips in applying your eye shadow to falsies.

For you who have read my previous post about my experience at Dry Me hair salon will notice the reason behind the event's name.  The words quick and 30mins have been Dry Me's signature as they offer exceptionally quick hair wash n' blow service.  

But for this Beauty Quick event, they added another element of beauty that was make-up to their quick 30mins service, in collaboration with the Lash & Wink team.

And once again, Dry Me together with Lash & Wink had proven to me that excellent quality can be delivered in such short time.  I had my hair washed, blown, and my eyes enhanced with Lash & Wink premium falsies in less than 30mins.

Waiting for my turn for the Beauty Quick 30mins Makeover, so excited!!!
*humming Kyary Pamyu Pamyu's Tsukema Tsukeru* 
 

Inside the goodies bag (besides a cup of delish Dolci tiramisu and various vouchers from sponsors) is a box contains 3 pairs of reusable Lash & Wink assorted falsies (Sapphire, Moonstone, Alexandrite) and a bottle of falsies adhesive.

I love how the box comes with instructions in applying the falsies, it is really helpful for falsies noobs.  And I'm such a sucker for the watercolor-themed packaging, it is so pretty. 

I decided to try the soft and natural looking Sapphire falsies for my first time.  Who knows a pair of falsies can make such a difference.  And the most important part was they were so comfortable that I didnt even feel like wearing falsies.
Thank you Noi for putting on these pretty falsies on me ♥
 

 The ladies around me who were enjoying their makeover. 
(Shout out to this lovely blogger on the right, Dea Hamdan, read her experience at this event on her blog) 

Voilà! This is how I turned out after the 30mins makeover, rocking the Susan Straight and Sapphire falsies ♥ All ready for my Saturday night out!

TOPSHOP floral kimono/H&M sheer sleeveless baroque shirt/Chanel bag/Haider Ackermann paisley brogues

I had so much fun in this event, not only that I got to experience a super fun beauty makeover but I also got to gain some helpful beauty tips and some new friends as well.

Thank you Dry Me and Lash & Wink for the wonderful experience, enjoying every minutes of it ♥

Dry Me
Mall Kelapa Gading 3, 2nd Floor 2F-121A, fashion Hub (+622145848971) 
Baywalk Mall @ Green Bay Pluit, 2nd Floor 17A (+622129629448)
10:00 AM-10:00 PM Mon-Sun
www.thedryme.com | info@thedryme.com | @thedryme

Lash & Wink
+6282137111144
@lashnwink
 

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[Color Code: Serene Green]

 
TOP: 3.1 PHILLIP LIM Pashli Backpack

LEFT: ZARA Jacquard Blazer/DIOR Vernis S/S 2014 in 192 Pampille/MARC BY MARC JACOBS 'Small Molly' Leather Strap Watch/OSTWALD HELGASON Monkey Cotton Sweatshirt/SUPER by RETROSUPERFUTURE America Francis Elsa Sunnies

MID: WHISTLES Double Wrap Leather Bracelet/LIONETTE NY Petra Earrings/ZARA Guipure Lace Pencil Skirt/KATE SPADE Gabe Pointed Bow Flats/LOEFFLER RANDALL Junior Work Tote/MARC BY MARC JACOBS Standard Supply Compact Mirror iPhone Case

RIGHT: TOPSHOP Apple Gingham Bikini Set/OPENING CEREMONY Jindo Lucite Heel Sandals/ZARA Jacquard Trousers

Spring of 2014 has welcomed yet another nature colors to its palette: green, the light and serene version of this inspiriting hue.  And like its pastel confidante, placid blue, this light green offers the same tranquility and familiarity, which makes it a great as a stand alone color and to mix n' match with other colors in the spectrum.

Simply rock matching top n' bottom of this shade, which are totally in the hype must-try looks this season (see 3.1 Phillip Lim, Prabal Gurung, and Calvin Klein) or blend it in with another pastels or neutrals to maintain its tranquil hint (here, here, here, and here) 

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[In The Moment Eyecandy #6]

TOP: EDIE PARKER X DEL TORO M'Oticons Collection*

LEFT: NEW ERA X STAR WARS 59FIFTY® Cap Collection/TOPSHOP MOTO Frayed Jeans/LAUREL LONDON 3D Printed Vanity iPhone Case/Shailene Woodley for MARIE CLAIRE April 2014

RIGHT: ZARA Pearls Choker/SHU UEMURA Calligraph:ink Eyeliner/FASHIONABLE SELBY by TODD SELBY/ROSABOTANICA by BALENCIAGA Eau de Parfum  

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[Channeling: Monochrome Emma Watson]

Sensing a pattern with Emma Watson's style while in Madrid for Noah premiere.  The starlet was spotted in two different looks that shared 3 same keywords: monochrome, jumpsuits, and chic.

Casual Monochrome

Spotted when out and about on the street of Milan, Watson totally nailed the term effortlessly chic with her laid-back getup of current must-have items: overalls and slip-ons.  Working with her petite frame, Watson went with a fitted shirt and overalls instead of baggy ones and with a little trick up her trousers' hems to elongate her legs by showing a sliver of skin.

TOPSHOP Faux Leather Overalls/ZARA Combined Shirt/SUPER BY RETROSUPERFUTURE América Ego Sunglasses/PROENZA SCHOULER PS1 Wallet/H&M Rings/KOOPER Slip Ons

Classy Monochrome

 For her Noah Madrid Premiere red (...or blue) carpet look, Watson took a 180〫〫turn with her look, stunning the crowd with a plunging monochrome jumpsuit from J Mendel.  While maintaining minimalism in the clothing department, Watson did some creative accessorizing in the beauty department.  Watson had these series of gold barrettes running along the side of her head in an arrow-like formation to keep her side-swept in place, which by the way not only complemented the plunging neckline perfectly but also added some cutting-edge punk touch.  And last but not least, a sultry note from the bordeaux lips shade completed the whole sexy in a classy way look.

MANGO Satin Edge Blouse/MANGO Slim-Fit Suit Trousers/ZARA Stilettos/MAKE Matte Lipstick in Jakarta*/MANGO Central Piece Cuff/Gold Barrettes

*MAKE is proud to donate 10% of retail sales to the nonprofit organization We See Beauty Foundation, which benefits women-run, worker-owned cooperative businesses. All products are made in New York City.

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[In the Moment Eye Candy #5]

TOP: AESTHETIC PLEASURE Still Life Bag

LEFT: NET-A-PORTER PORTeR Magazine/emotiKARL by KARL LAGERFELD/SUPER by RETROSUPERFUTURE Panama Edgar Sunnies/ZARA Printed Combi Pleat Skirt

RIGHT: TORY BURCH make-up/BARBARA BRIONES Frida Eye Loafers/TOPSHOP x ADIDAS   

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[Color Code: Placid Blue]

Top: ZARA TRF Faux Leather Jacket 

Left: ZARA Midi Length Lace Skirt (Burberry S/S 2014 inspired)/CUTLER AND GROSS for J.CREW 0737 Sunglasses/KEDS by TAYLOR SWIFT 10mm Champion Dot Sneakers/VINCE CAMUTO 'Kash' Clutch
Mid: SOPHIA WEBSTER Skye Cloud-appliquéd Patent-Leather Mules/ASOS Semi Precious Bar Necklace/ZARA Poplin Top/ZARA Crossover Poplin Top

Right: KENZO Day Clouds iPhone 5 Case/ILLAMASQUA Speckled Nail Varnish in Fragile/ZARA Rhinestone Necklace

Bottom: MARC BY MARC JACOBS 34mm Henry Skeleton Watch/CHARLOTTE OLYMPIA Kitty Bejeweled Embellished Flats

February does not always have to be all about the sweet romantic pink.  How about making some room in your closet for this other pastel color called Placid Blue?  Which undoubtedly lives up to its name, as its soft blue hue imparts nothing but tranquility. (agree?)
Moreover, with the spring season approaching, there's no reason to not start embracing this light shade of blue that opens Pantone® Spring 2014 Fashion Color palette, and slowly make your transition into spring. 

Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute®, suggests that this pastel is very adaptable, as we are so accustomed to seeing it as nature's background.  So, not only that we can see this color stands on its own for its picture-perfect calmness, but also as a neutral that can be creatively mixed with other colors in the spectrum.  

Designers, such as the contemporary A.Wang and Barbara Bui to the high fashion Burberry, Marchesa, and Valentino, have also given their approval of this placid color through their Spring/Summer 2014 collections.
What's more with the recent street style of Autumn/Winter 2014 fashion weeks crowds, which shows how the crowds have successfully figured out this blue's clues. 

Don a matching placid blue top and bottoms like what Jeanie Lee did and add some matching accessories in the same colors as well.  Or simply put a jacket of this hue over your monochrome articles, like Kate Foley and Eleina Welteroth did.

There's no absolute rule on how to and not to wear this placid hue, so be creative and have fun!

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[Hair Diary: Dry Me Hair Salon]

#alwaysready

You know what really grinds my gears?  That it takes ages just to get my hair washed and blew out at a hair salon...cos' the rate of women getting their hairs cut, colored, straightened, curled, treated, their nails done, their bits waxed, etc. is too damn high.  So, I've given up the idea of going to a hair salon for solely that purpose long time ago.
And since I'm all butterfingers when it comes to styling my own hair, I'm left with boring hairstyle.
(mazel tov to you who encounter zero problem styling your own hair at home) 

However, just about last week, I bid my boring hair days goodbye.  I have found a hair salon that answers my 'cry for help': Dry Me Hair Salon

Dry Me new branch at Baywalk Mall, Pluit

For you who have the same problem as me, Dry Me is definitely the hair salon for you.
Why?  Because unlike any other hair salons, they specialize in exceptionally quick hair wash n' blow service.  They do not call it exceptionally quick for nothing.  In just 30 minutes, they will get your hair washed, blew out, and ready for action for only (wait for it) IDR 65.000

 

A little corner turns cafe turns perfect waiting place for you and your loved ones
(with free wi-fi ♥)

The cozy atmosphere that's perfect for self pampering time

Enjoy the overlooking-the-sea view and the nice smelling towels

Refer to the lookbook for the look you desire

Other essential services such as hair spa and manicure are also available at Dry Me. You can either choose the à la carte service or the Pick Me Up package for a head-to-hand experience, which includes hair spa, blow out, nail polish, and vitamin shot for IDR 250.000 (definitely gonna try this next time!) 

The pricing for all services available at Dry Me are below...(for more detailed explanation on the services, please contact your nearest Dry Me)

I opted for the hair spa treatment on my first visit since I havent done any treatment for my coloured hair and because "I deserve some self pampering!" (yes ladies...repeat after me)

Hair Spa à la Dry Me using L'Oreal Hair Spa for a more hydrated, strong, and soft hair
(do it once every two weeks ladies)
 

The exceptionally quick blowout, mine was even less than 30 minutes. Thank you Dafa :)

An excellent service til' the end

And here's my final result...loving my now soft and hydrated hair and the Windy Wave look to the max. Thank you Dry Me, now I'm ready to roll!

KENZO X NEW ERA Eyes snapback/TOPSHOP Black Shirt/(M)PHOSIS Harem Pants/KENZO Eyes sneakers/
ISSEY MIYAKE Bao Bao Bag in Satine Black/PRADA Edward Robot Keychain

From my experience, I can assure you that Dry Me is not just another hair salon as they have taken hair wash n' blow service to a whole new level. Time wise, quality wise, and value wise.

So, are you ready to take a blow and say goodbye to bad hair days? ♥
 
Dry Me 
Mall Kelapa Gading 3, 2nd Floor 2F-121A, fashion Hub (+622145848971) 
Baywalk Mall @ Green Bay Pluit, 2nd Floor 17A (+622129629448)
10:00 AM-10:00 PM Mon-Sun
www.thedryme.com | info@thedryme.com | @thedryme

 

A very special thanks to these two lovely ladies, Sherrin and Hanny,
for the lovely experience at Dry Me

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[In the Moment Eye Candy #4]

 TOP: PETER PILOTTO FOR TARGET Floral Print Canvas Sneakers*/PETER PILOTTO FOR TARGET Geometric Print Canvas Sneakers*

LEFT: It by ALEXA CHUNG/ALEXA FOR EYEKO Limited Edition Eyeliner & Mascara/HARPER'S BAZAAR Fashion Week Emoji/(AK.'SA.RA) Silver Mug/(AK.'SA.RA) Gold Mug/
AÃRK COLLECTIVE Classic in Sterling, Coal, and Amber
RIGHT: BEATS BY DR. DRE X ALEXANDER WANG Earbuds, Pill Speaker, and Headphone/NERDMOB Positive Mantra Bracelets/ZARA Studded Court Shoes/3.1 PHILLIP LIM Pashli Backpack/MCM x Craig & Karl Small Backpack

* Available online globally at Net-a-Porter, in US at Target

** Check out how Alexa Chung draws her signature catliner (via Vogue):

 

and also how she dances beautifully in her signature flats across the landscape of Southern France in Longchamp's new S/S 2014 campaign

Ciao ♥

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[In the Moment Eye Candy #3]

TOP: PROENZA SCHOULER Mini PS11 in Metallic Hologram/PROENZA SCHOULER Wallet in Metallic Hologram/PROENZA SCHOULER Card Holder in Metallic Hologram/PROENZA SCHOULER Ankle Strap Heels

LEFT: NIKE Air Max 2013 iD/LOUIS VUITTON Paper Dolls*/URBANOUTFITTERS Love Lace Sunglasses/GEORGE & LAUREL baubles

RIGHT: NICOLE by O.P.I Modern Family Collection/PIXIEMARKET Leather Overalls/PETER PAUPER PRESS Fifty Shades Journal/BOBINO Slim Pen/Bubble Calendar**/ARMANI EXCHANGE Banded Floppy Brim Hat/ASOS Limited Edition Spine Cuff

*Louis Vuitton in collaboration with Kerrie Hess kindly bring you the high-fashion version of your child's play paper dolls, which can be downloaded for free from the web.

**Pop a bubble each day, keep the stress away!

 

Ciao ♥

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