Weekend Haul

This was actually last week's haul but I didn't have the time to blog.

Sorry for the amateur watermark. It's the best I can do. HAHA

FOREVER 21

Finally, F21 opened in MOA! I've waited years for this. I invested on white tops so I can pair them with anything. Forgot the prices of the tops though. I think each is in the price range of PHP 700-900.

 

I also got this pair of pants for only PHP 555. What a great find! It fits my body perfectly and it's a unique color for denim, as well.The cloth isn't too thick, unlike most denim pants, so it wouldn't be too "hot" when I wear this.

Accessories!! I fell in love with the turquoise necklace (PHP 300+) upon laying my eyes on it. Look at the ombre bead pattern! Very lovely. I also got myself a spiky bracelet for PHP 250 (It was half its original price). The pink and gold set of bangles (PHP 400+), and the spiky rings (PHP 280) will be my birthday gifts for my friend. I hope she likes them!

  
SM DEPARTMENT STORE

I've been an SM girl since I was a kid. Great finds for affordable prices. I got this pair of sandals for PHP 700. The brand was Charcoal and I got a freebie (see below)

ETUDE HOUSE

My go-to brand when it comes to makeup. I purchased the Precious Mineral Bright Fit BB Cream (PHP 798). I was supposed  to buy the All-Day Strong formula, but I was informed that it was already phased out. I also got this duo fibre brush (PHP 428). *reviews to come soon* I received another freebie! Yay!

FREEBIES

Pink pencils from Etude House and a coin purse from Charcoal.
 

WATSONS

Because of my hair type, I have to invest on sulfate-free shampoos. Luckily, there is an inexpensive brand called Organix found in Watsons. I believe Organix is not available in all Watsons branches. This conditioner  bottle costs PHP 450. I also bought some plasters because my feet get blisters when my shoes are still new. lol
 

SM GTW REDHEAD
 
The money used to buy this top was originally to be used as a gift for my best friend. She wasn't able to pick out anything so she decided to choose this top (PHP 550) for me. I think it is so lovely! I love the patterns. It somehow reminds me of Picasso. I don't really know why. 

High waist green pants (PHP700)! OMG! I love the color and the fact that it's hight waist. It's going to make me look so much taller. HAHA.

Also, while strolling around the mall, salesladies gave me flyers for the Redhead Model Search 2012. The requirements for the contestants are:

• 15-25 years old, single
• At least 5'1" in height
• Must purchase at least PHP 399 worth of Redhead products to get the unique code

I met all the requirements so I joined. I feel narcissistic for doing this because I am not totally model-material, but this may be my chance to pursue my model dreams and the prizes are so awesome. A contract for Elite Management (that's the most famous modeling agency there is. Supermodels like Adriana Lima are under Elite. lol) worth PHP 60000, PHP 40000 cash, clothing allowance, and a subscription to my all-time favorite magazine, Candy. My mom and best friend also wanted me to join. HAHA wish me luck!

That's it for my weekend haul. Burned a hole in my wallet, but I guess it's all worth it. Hope you enjoyed this post. :)

Super Sale Bazaar

When my friend told me that there was another bazaar (see my previous post about the Superb Sale Bazaar), I felt so giddy that I knew I had to save a lot of money. I planned to buy lots of shoes during this bazaar, but I wasn't even able to buy a pair because the styles which I liked didn't have my size. It's so annoying when this happens.

I am so broke right now. I spent about 80% of all my money here. Talk about impulse buying. I feel so guilty, but at the same time happy because I was able to purchase quite a lot. The experience was tiring but I enjoyed it. My friend and I searched the racks patiently just to look for the perfect items. The shops participating here are mostly online stores. I grabbed the chance in buying lots of stuff because I wanted to avoid the hassle of online shopping.

(source: manilaonsale.com)

The bazaar ends today!

Photos of items I bought:

TOPS:

I only noticed until I got home that all the tops I have bought are floral. I didn't plan to buy them all, but I just had to. I wanted the galaxy printed shirts and the structured blazers. They were too loose on me. Ugh.

Kimono/vest. I am not sure though. 

Price: PHP 300

Mullet top. Crazy floral prints. Me likey.

Price: PHP 400

Floral top with lace details.

Price: PHP 450? (I can't remember exactly)

You can wear this top in 2 ways! Cool! 

Price: PHP 550

COSMETICS:

I just couldn't resist. They're NYX products. I don't come across this brand in malls and they're priced cheaper so I gave in.

Concealer in a Jar (beige, I purchased the medium shade before but it was too dark, PHP 300)

Rouge cream blush in Natural, PHP 350

Lipliner pencil in Natural, PHP 130

ACCESSORIES:

2-chain cross necklace. Been searching for so long. 

Price: PHP 300

Polymer clay earrings. I don't know why I am into fancy earrings nowadays. I also saw these cool pop culture earrings but I wasn't able to buy some :(

Panda - PHP 80 (I am addicted to these creatures!)

Cupcakes - PHP 50

Cookie Monster - PHP 50

Studded bracelet. Not really my style but they look cool.

PHP 250

BAG:

Satchel from Queen Street

PHP 500

No more desserts for weeks again. Boohoo. Need to save up. More bazaars to go to (hopefully!) I hope they make another shoe sale bazaar, though. :\\

SM Department Store haul + my Purple Card Purchase

Today, we went to Mall of Asia after visiting my cousin who recently gave birth. It was a short trip. We stayed at the mall for only about 2 hours. 2 hours is actually very short for me to find clothes which I like, but I was able to buy a few. The department store is my haven because I am just so cheap and the clothes are pretty anyway.

After shopping at the department store, my dad joined me in finding the perfect purchase for my Purple Card points. We went to Zara because that's the first store that came into my mind. I was so baffled on what to choose. There were a  lot of pretty items. In fact, so pretty that I know I won't be able to wear them to school. I found a pretty blue dress which was love at first sight and it costed PHP 3000. My dad argued that I should buy something that I will be wearing often. I just couldn't decide right there in the store. I was even so nervous on spending the points because PHP 3000 is so big for me. I know I can't spend it on something that I will just hide in my closet. After several minutes, I asked my dad if we could look into other stores.

We went to Marks & Spencer. Upon entering the store, I knew my purchase will be safer since the clothes displayed were wearable for everyday use. This blue and red plaid blouse caught my eye. I found candidate number one. We went to Steve Madden to see some shoes but they were all so damn expensive for the design, which forces me back to Marks & Spencer. After long minutes of deliberation, I finally made a decision. I bought the shirt because I know I can pair it with almost anything and I can wear it to school. I actually find it attractive since it's a bit loose, making it look like a boyfriend polo. :)

From left to right:

• Dickies mint green pants (PHP 999) - I always hated colored pants. I found them tacky, but these mint colored ones definitely changed my mind. I think this color looks classy especially when paired with a basic white button-down
• Dickies skinny denim pants (PHP 899)- At last! Dark wash skinny pants which hugs my legs properly! And it doesn't feel uncomfortable either.
• True Love vest (PHP 550)- My first vest. I am still finding ways on how I can style this. 
• Redhead mullet dress (PHP 600)- Finally, I've braved myself in buying this type of clothing. It's actually orange but the color kind of changed in the picture. I never had an orange item in my closet so this one is a first for me. I am actually excited on wearing this!
• Marks & Spencer plaid blouse (PHP 2750)
• Jessica flats (PHP 350) - I bought this mainly because it's the rainy season. It's made of plastic. Quite nice since they don't look like rain shoes and they're cheap. What a steal! My mom was supposed to buy me Crocs but I decided to use that money to buy this pair plus more clothes. Smart shopping. ;)

I'm so sorry, wallet. I'll start filling you up again. :)

Etude House Haul

I love the feeling of entering Etude House stores. The sales attendants greet you with a cheery "Welcome, Princess!" and let's not forget the overly pink-adorned shelves. The store's feel is really fit for a princess. Whenever I enter Etude House, I feel like I need to buy something. The items are just too cute and their products have good reputations, as well. So when I went there last June 17, I went all crazy and spent a lot of my moola.

Most of the items I have purchased are things that I have been wanting to buy for some time now but haven't because my wallet was still recovering from the Super Sale Bazaar. I did feel guilty after buying these though because I feel like I am slowly becoming an impulse buyer.

Left to Right:

• Flocking Puff for Pact (round 2 pieces) - PHP 78
• Eyebrow Brush - PHP 128
• Perfect Brow Kit - PHP 478
• GreenTea Nose Pack - PHP 38
• Proof 10 Eye Primer - PHP 298

Total : PHP 1020

I just bought the puffs and the nose pack so my purchase will total to at least PHP 1000 (The higher the price, the better the gifts!) Luckily, I brought with me my Belle de Jour Power Planner coupon and had my gift upgrade. Meaning, I received a gift that was meant for a PHP 2000 purchase. I received a SHINee mouse pad. I am really not into KPOP groups so I just decided to give it to my Korean-addicted cousin.

I was also really happy to use my Etude House Pink Membership Card for the first time. This card accumulates points if you have a single receipt of at least PHP 100. I can't wait to use it again!

Thumbs up for Etude! I'll be reviewing these products soon! ;)

First Day of School Haul

Our university is under a trimestral system that's why we already have classes at May. During Thursdays (which is the first day of this term), I have a 5 hour break. Knowing that I'll get bored to death, I grabbed the chance to bond with my best friend. We went to the nearest mall and when I had to return to school, she went to the Super Sale Bazaar at SMX.

From left to right:

• Charm Pro Big Blending Brush # 11
• NYX Round Lipstick in Paris
• NYX Round Lipstick in Orange Soda
• Maybelline Eye Studio Gel Liner
• NYX Shine Killer
• Revlon Age Defying Spa Concealer (Revlon has a buy one get one promo this month on concealers, lipsticks, and eyeshadows!)

Costed me PHP 2000+. It hurt my wallet so much I don't think I'll be getting dessert these next few weeks. lol :)

Mini Haul From Watsons.

After my first facial experience, my mom and I went to Watsons to buy some goodies. In case you didn't know, Watsons is a drugstore here in the Philippines. I believe there are also Watsons outlets in other countries (I've seen one in Hong Kong.) I actually persuaded my mom if we could go there because I wanted to take a look on the Marionnaud brushes. Marionnaud brushes are exclusive for Watsons (I think). They are affordable and I've heard good reviews on them so I wanted to check them out. I was choosing between their N6 brush and the N8 brush. Both are eye brushes. I decided to buy the N8 since I am waiting for the brush set I ordered from DollFace. I thought that the N6 may be similar to one of the brushes in the set. According to the label at the back, the N8 brush is a pointed eyeshadow brush. But I call it a pencil brush. I'll be doing a review on this later on when I have tried it already.

Left to Right:

• Nichido Eyebrow Shaver 
• Marionnaud N8 Pointed Eyeshadow Brush 
• Nivea Visage Refreshing Toner 
• Nichido Tweezers
• Celeteque Facial Moisturizer (I got a moisturizer with SPF, which means I can't use it at night. But my mom gave me her Belo night moisturizer. Hooray!)

Thank you, mom! Looking forward to buying more tools and skin care products. :D