New Youtube Channel :-) {please subscribe}

Hi Beauties!

I moved my Youtube channel.

Please don't forget to subscribe to the new and improved channel:

http://www.youtube.com/themakeuprepublic



Thanks,
Awilda

Thanks Belle Du Jour...

I have just finished reading Belle Du Jour's latest post about her Elf brow kit and how good it is (loving her blog!). It looks perfect for my colouring so I decided to check out the website. You are in for a shock when you see how cheap everything is! All single items are priced at £1.50! What a bargain! You can get the gift set below ('eye catching') for the small price of £9 and you get loads in there. Even if the products aren't amazing, it won't break the bank to buy a few things and try them out and there's nothing better than finding a product that's both cheap AND works. I am personally willing to forsake a few pounds to find out. I love the retro look of this Candy Shop Lip Gloss (Frosting Fanatic looks very pretty!) and the packaging is so cute!

The all over colour stick in Lilac Petail looks like a nice blush/highilghter and definitely worth a look. The nail polishes even look lovely, with the girly colour below in Gum Pink catching my eye!

I thought the colours in this cream eyeshadow duo looked really nice and perfect for a daytime look. You could even use the peach shade as a lipgloss.

The site has a section called Buzz where you can see all the magazines/newspapers that have recommended their products and featured them (which leads me to believe that the products must be worth a look!). There are also different looks to try out, beauty secrets and beauty blogs on there. I like the whole philosophy of the brand that "innovative technology, quality ingredients and superb delivery systems should not be limited to prestige retailers". Here, here!

RCMA Professional Foundation

Hi Beauties!

I hope everyone had a great weekend! Today's post is not a Tutorial or a Product Review. I am looking for some feeback from all of you on this RCMA Foundations.

Have any of you tried the RCMA Professional Foundation yet?

I bought the Shinto Palette because I have read so many awesome reviews about this foundation. I knew I needed to add it to my "STARTER" makeup kit because eventhough I think Makeup For Ever's HD foundation is fantastic, it's quite expensive on a beginner's budget.

http://www.camerareadycosmetics.com/home.php
The palette was $60.00 US for the sample size palette which contains 18 colors.

Anyway, I matched myself to be Shinto II (circled in my image) which is the equivalent of MAC NC40. Today is the first day that I am wearing this foundation and so far I do like the finish. It's not really a 'glowy' finish; it's more of a satin "soft" finish. It reminds me of MAC's Studio Fix Fluid but maybe a little better, less "cakey". I used my Beauty Blender Sponge to apply it on my face.

If you have used this foundation:

1. How did you apply it?
2. Did you use the Foundation Thinner as recommended?
3. How did you like the finish?
4. How does it hold during a photoshoot/warm weather?

Thanks for any feedback in advance!

XOXO,
Awilda

Day 8 In Taipei~ My Bvlgari Inspired Jewelry!

Thanks to my gal, Isabel, who introduces me a incredible jewelry dealer in Taipei. I bought a set of Bvlgari Inspired earrings and ring. They are so gorgeous just by looking at them not mention when the moment I put them on. I am feeling so sexy and elegant. Yah.....I feel like walking on the Red Carpet. hahahah...

So, this will be my upcoming birthday gift from DH. Thanks my darling DH who works so hard to keep up my beginning journey of jewelry collecting.


They are sapphire of different colors w/ paved diamond.


The pastel color of sapphire is great for wearing all year round.


The light pink and lavender flower is movable.

The earrings can be a studded one.

Nick and Marisa Miller on MSN.com Style Studio!!

Shopping and Pool Time, with Nick:Prom Photo by the Pool: Nick Verreos and Marisa Miller, W Hotel Los Angeles (Westwood) cabana

When I got the call to do a shopping segment at Intermix on Robertson Blvd. AND interview Marisa Miller and have an exclusive peak at the newest Victoria's Secret Swimsuit Collection--all for MSN Style Studio, my response was "YES and YESSSS!!!!!!"

Intermix
First stop: One of my favorite stores in Los Angeles, Intermix on Roberston Blvd. It carries EVERYTHING a hip, young Hollywood girl wants and needs to have in her walk-in closet! With the help of two lovely models, we shot a segment highlighting the NEON trend for this Spring/Summer '09 season and how you ladies can wear this hot look; whether it is on the weekend, at the office or a night on the town. Bubble Gum Barbie: Heidi Klum in the fabulous Matthew Williamson jacket and slim trousers

For the weekend look, we put together an "LA Casual" yet "Hampton's Chic" look which I LOVED: The exaggerated-shoulder white jacket, the bright royal blue top, the acid washed "holey" 80s style jeans, and the studded sandals. So cute! For business--I found the SAME bubblegum pink silk-cotton Matthew Williamson jacket that Heidi Klum wore to the Project Runway Season 6 Finale and paired it with some pleated and tapered black pants, some black heels and a hefty metallic bag, roomy enough to put all your papers in but stylish enough to be worn after work. Who says you can't wear Neon to work-- only if it's done as we show you!Nick and Christian Siriano's...Dress: Nick Verreos with model (in Christian Siriano), Intermix on Robertson Blvd.

Finally, for evening, we found this hot chartreuse colored silk chiffon and organza muti-layered dress at Intermix which just screamed "Take me Nick!". Wouldn't you just know it: It was designed by none other than Project Runway Season 5 Winner, Christian Siriano. I loved the way it moved so effortlessly and floated beautifully away from the wearer's body. You can eat a big ol' Filet Mignon and still go dance it off afterwards!

W Hotel Los Angeles: Victoria's Secret Swimsuits!Can we Reserve a Cabana: Nick Verreos poses with Victoria's Secret Swimsuit-clad models

After my jaunt at Intermix--and after a quick outfit change--I headed over to the sunny W Hotel in Westwood to say "What's Up??" to the sexy and gorgeous Marisa Miller who was debuting the Summer '09 Victoria's Secret Swimsuit Collection. When I arrived, the pool area was already filled with paparazi and press photographers wanting a glimpse of Marisa and the latest VS Swimsuits, which by the way, were so adorable, wearable and still very stylish. Turn here Marisa: Marisa Miller poses at the press photo op, Victoria Secret Swimsuit Launch at the W Hotel Los Angeles

I was TOTALLY OVERDRESSED of course, somehow I left my Speedos at home for this segment--Ooops! But then again, I was there to interview Marisa and see the new line--not to be swimming or modeling (thank the Victoria's Secret Gods!). Marisa was SO unbelievably cute, it's BEYOND words. I had interviewed her a few times before for my "Behind The Scenes at the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show" segments and she remembered.

Watch the video below to see how Marisa said "Goodbye" to me. Let's just say A LOT of Straight men wish it would have been them!!!!!

And Click HERE to watch the Intermix Video