Tuesday 31 January 2012

Recent Finds...Club Monaco

Ursula low cut slim straight pant in Navy
Front view with pockets

Back view with pockets

Carrie Tricot long sleeved in navy mix

Button detail

My Verdict: Praiseworthy. Having worked here back in the day the store brings back fond memories. Was in the market for a pair of navy pants and was ecstatic when I found these. I suffer from chicken legs and 0 butt, these hug in all the right places. Love the satin detail, these will be perfect for work and travel.
Love the sailor top, very chic when worn with red a la Kate Moss. I covet the red chanel cardigan!

Photo credit:Popsugar

Friday 27 January 2012

In Action...

For The Lunar New Year here's what I wore:
Bebe camisole (old)
Forever 21 Skinny Jeans (old)
It was raining cats and dogs so naturally I wore rain boots...(not shown)

Red = Lucky which = Bring in the $ :)


Tuesday 24 January 2012

Coveted Cosmetics...Review and Giveaway Closed

My Verdict: Praiseworthy. I was recently contacted to review lashes from Coveted Cosmetics. I chose 3 pairs:
Lavish
The most dramatic out of the lashes I chose. Criss cross in design, on a flexible spine with the lashes shorter at the start and end and longest(measures 19 mm) in the center. I would compare these to the Sonia Kashuk $5.99 seen here, in price proximity. I find the CC Lavish ($3.99) far easier to wear than the SK Glam(the spine is much stiffer and hard to contour to the eyes. The Shu Uemura is close in the criss cross design, however the lashes of the SU luxe is more full/condensed.

Flirtacious
They delivered a fuller lash look, enhancing your natural lashes but still keeping them looking like your own. The design starts out shorter and gradually lengthens at the end. These would be perfect for a everyday cat eye look, or for a lengthened eye look. Made on an invisible spine, very flexible however you do have to be more careful when removing them after wear to prolong the life. Longest lash length measures 19 mmBedroom Eyes
My favorite out of the 3. Criss cross in design, on a flexible spine with the lashes shorter at the start and end and longest(measures 22 mm) in the center. These will be perfect for everyday, especially for those ladies who have deep set eyes or droopy eyeslike moi. Longer lashes in the center gives a doe eyed/bright eyed look, making the eyes appear larger.

Coveted Cosmetics is a Vancouver based internet website that ships internationally. They offer lashes, and nail polish strips(similar to the ones from Sally Hansen). Hand made from real human hair in Indonesia. Overall impressed with the wear, comparable to Red Cherry and best of all the price point.

And...as a gift to my readers Coveted Cosmetics has graciously offered to give 3 lashes away!

To enter:
You must be a subscriber to Pass or Praiseworthy
Choose 3 pairs of lashes from Coveted Cosmetics
Leave an email, good news this giveaway is open internationally!
winner will be chosen using random.org
Giveaway ends February 3, 2012 11:59pm PST
Be sure to check your email once the giveaway is closed to send me your address:) Good Luck!

Friday 20 January 2012

Dry Shampoo...

Rene Furterer Dry Shampoo
I'm on my 3rd bottle. Purchased mine from Sephora

My Verdict: Praiseworthy. Get rid of oily hair asap, or add volume to your hair. No wonder Heidi could't live without her dry shampoo. It's a lifesaver! Shake well and spray on dry hair. Spray at a good distance to avoid the white powder look, and comb through.

Trying out the Oribe Dry texturizer, hoping I don't love it because it's an arm and a leg.
* Update: More of a volumizer than helping with the oil. Smell is divine, but imo not worth it for the price. Sticking with Rene's, combats oil and adds volume.

My girlfriend swears by this, but I hate how the powder stays on the scalp and you have to rub it in. I like easy; spray, comb and go!

On another note Chinese New Year is this weekend! Don't forget to clean your house, car, laundry etc. Feng Shui it up, bring in the good energy!

Happy New Year! Welcome Year of the Dragon, hope it brings every one good luck, prosperity and good health!
If you're into horoscopes, check out here

Tuesday 17 January 2012

Recent Finds...Aldo Shoes

These will replace my well loved uggs
Super comfy with a 2.5" heel

My Verdict: Praiseworthy. Affordable and comfy shoes to satisify your palette for work and play. Love shopping clearance, I've had much luck at the outlets!

Friday 13 January 2012

In Action...Errands

Here's what I paired my new scarf with for an errand day.

H&M striped t-shirt 3/4 sleeves XS (in stores now) $12.95
Forever 21 skinny jeans (old) $12.95!
CH Carolina Herrera Coat XS (old) (similar)
Louis Vuitton flats(old)

To Recreate a Similar outfit:
Scarf, or similar in pink or blue,
Outfit Total Cost: Less than $170


Readers do you like outfit posts? I'll be happy to start posting pictures of the items I've recently found in action. Leave a comment and let me know:)

Tuesday 10 January 2012

Recent Finds...Outlet Malls etc

J Crew Wynter V-Neck Sweater Sale $37
From My Wishlist
Matthew Williamson for Macy's Scarf Sale $4.61
This was on clearance AND I received an additional 10% with coupon card

Both found at the Mall at Millenia 
4200 Conroy Road
Orlando, Florida

My Verdict: Praiseworthy. While I didn't find anything this time at the outlet, I usually am quite successful. Or at least one person in my shopping party is. Everything was picked over, so not much luck this trip. People literally created their own parking spots on the curbs. Beat the hoards and come early, best times to go I find are before the seasons change. Once in the fall and once before the spring/summer transition.

Orlando Premium Outlets (Near Walt Disney World)
8200 Vineland Avenue
Orlando, Florida
407-238-7787
Sign up for VIP, it's free! You receive additional discounts at select stores.


Friday 6 January 2012

Wizarding World of Harry Potter...

Postcard
Voldermort Wand
Purchased from stand located by exit of Forbidden Journey ride.
Gryffindor notebook
2 Hour line up for Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey. Waited 75 minutes, but my bladder won over! :"(
Owl Post with a Wizard:)
Olliveranders
A Cast member mentioned you can choose a wand based on a specific date. ie: If you have an anniversary 01/01/11 they have a wand for that. Or wands that are specifically from Ollivanders. The stand I purchased mine from carried wands from the main characters along with the Elder wand, Viktor Krum, Fleur Delacour to name a few.
Honeydukes

My Verdict: Praiseworthy. All I can say is AWESOME! Can you believe this was in someone's head and now it's really life. (Props to J.K. Rowling) You can see it, touch it, and smell the goodies! Butterbeer, yum!
The line up's were ridiculous, there were line up's to take pictures, drink, eat, rides and shop! Set yourself a few days for this place! * Very important, releave yourself before you line up. It takes forever to get near a door if you're stuck in the line up, Trust me on this one!

Tuesday 3 January 2012

2012...

Welcome, welcome 2012...

I hope everyone's holiday was fantastic!

Just a glimse of mine...
This is the life!
Wait times were redonkulous! Alas, my bladder won over...
It really does taste good! Vanilla, caramel???

Bumpy start but a wonderful time in a place where dreams come true!!!

I hope in 2012 I can bring you many more FYI's, pictures and more posts!