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Nov 29, 2016

Mini Clothing Haul + accessories



Hello there!
It's been a long, long time since I bought myself some clothes. So yeah, I'm pretty excited to share the pieces I just bought with you guys, even tho it's not too much~ that's why it's  mini haul.

I was actually planning to go and buy some Christmas gifts (cuz I don't want to be all last minute like last year) but I ended up just buying a couple of makeup bags to give away and...clothes and accessories to myself~ I couldn't help it! it's like when you are trying really hard not to find pieces you'd like to wear but they keep popping up and your mom eeps telling you you should get them.

Let's take a look at my clothes!

The first two pieces are from KOTON. Which is a Turkish clothing brand. (yeah, somehow I feel like I've been buying a lot of Turkish stuff without noticing...) I've been loving the stuff they have, I swear their winter clothes are super cute! In my opinion, they have very unique designs and details.
I got this navy blue Winter mini skirt with black flower thingies on it. Actually, those flowers were the thing that made me want the skirt. 



This dress (also from KOTON) has to be my favorite piece of all. It is a beautiful burgundy winter dress with a few details in beige. Even tho it is a little too long for what I'm used to wear, I love, love, love it!





Next piece is from H&M and it's more like a summer piece but, I liked it and...it was for sale so, why not? It's a simple stipes cotton blouse with this cute and sublte sneak peek to your skin. It's also in navy blue with beige.


Last piece of clothing is this flowy blouse with a very summer-ish print on it. This one is from Pink Tree What I liked the ost about this white blouse with blue deets is the back. Kinda flirty and cute!



I had to put something inside the blouse so you could see the opening on the back 

I noticed I bought many blue pieces... I don't usually wear navy blue often... (°3°)

Moving on to the small accessories, I got this super duper cute hair ties! Smehow I feel they look perfect gfor the Holidays  but they can also mae a simple pony tail (or bun) a lot cuter! They had 4 colors: pink, silver, gold and black but I only got the gold and black ones but I'll go back to buy the others.


And in older posts I mentiones how much I've been loving this type of plastic hair bands so, I got two more. They were super cheap and you can never have enough hair ties, especially if you lose them all the time like I do.


And that is it for now!! Hope to be back with more Hauls sometime soon. I've been buyng a lot lately and I feel like sharing it all with you!
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Nov 28, 2016

Drugstore Makeup Haul + others




Hello dollies!
A few days ago I went shopping with my mom to start looking for Christmas gifts and we discovered this store where they sell lots of drugstore brands and...I couldn't resist myself to buy a few things to try and see if they are worth it.
So, let's take a look at what I bought.

KLEANCOLOR Ms. Chick Universally Flattering Flush Blush.
I bought 2 colors, one is Rose (2087) whch is a beautiful pink shade and the other one is Apricot (2091), a peachy color.
Both are super pigmented so I gotta be careful when appying them. They have a big variety of colors, from pinks and natural peaches to bronzer colors. I liked them so much that I'm thinkng bout buying them all! Even got a Rose one for my mom too.
Plus, they are super cute! They remind me of cute little macaroons!





KLEANCOLOR American EyeCon Wet/dry baked shadow.
The one I got for me is in the color Khaki (SES12). It is a beautiful metallic sand shade, that in my opinion, looks nice as an everyday color. It doesn't look like too much.
This is my first time buying wet eyeshadows, apparently the color looks a lot stronger when you apply them wet. Still gotta try that! Using them dry was good too, the color looks really nice, and it lasts all day!
Then again, I bought the same color for my mom and a coral-ish one for my friend Liz. (she loved it!)





This is actually my first time using other products from KLEANCOLOR, I only bought some nail polihes before (which didn't make me too happy) but, I really think these products are better.

L.A. Colors Matte Eyeshadow.
I can't remeber the last time I bought an eyeshadow palette from L.A. Colors... I used to be obsessed with their nail polishes years ago and I own 2 or 3 eyeshadows from this brand. This one is a 4 matte colors called "Mattifying" (CEM481). I like these kind of earthy colors because they are so easy to match with everything and can be used everyday. Kinda neutral but pretty.
I also think this shades could be a good option for those who are starting with makeup for that same reason.




L.A. Colors Brow Pencil.
I love to experiment with brow products, and this one is another experiment! The color I got is in Medium (CP672) because that was the lightest they had but I'm sure one shade lighter would be the perfect one!
The application is easy, color is pretty good and I like the small brush. And it is actually waterproof.




TANAKO Cool Brow Eyebrow Mascara.
In that same store I found this brow mascara, liked the color, and decided to buy it. Apparently it is a Chinese brand...
The color is the lightest shade they have but I still have to try it and see how it goes.




Not from the same store but still makeup:

She Makeup lipstick.
In the color Watermelon (09) I usually fall for these type of colors! But yeah, it is a super pretty coral-ish shade. It is actually
very hydrating and lasts for a long time. Color is very pigmented and I gotta say the package looks pretty! I like the little hint of pink on it.




Seven Girl Faux Cils Papillon.
I'm not too picky when it comes to mascaras. As long as they are waterproof I'm happy but, I've noticed this one actualy adds some lenght to my lashes. And yeah, it is waterproof.

And that is pretty much it for now! I'm pretty excited to try all these products! Haha!
Until next time! xx ❤

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Nov 23, 2016

Questionnaire! 100 random questions


Hi loves!
I just found out that my friend Tomi s back to blogging (yaaay!) and she did this kind of tag/random questions thingy and I thought it'd be fun to do it too since I haven't been posting a lot lately and... always love to do this kind of blogs. Hehe.
WARNING: This questionnarie has 100 questions, I know it is a lot but I hope you stay with me until the end and yeah, you've been warned.
Here we go!

1. Who are you more like, your mom or your dad?
I'd say that even tho my dad and I are both Gemini, I am more like my mom.

2. Favorite place to be?
Starbucks, Coffine Gurunaru, the coffee bar #CoffeeAddict and lately, my work has become one of my happy places...weird, huh?

3. When's your birthday and what age are you mistaken for?
 My birthday is on June 3th, and people usually think I'm younger than I actually am. They always think I'm on my early 20's.

4. Is trust a big issue for you?
Yup. Definitely a big issue.

5. Did you hang out with the person you like recently?
Nope

6. What are you excited for?
I have some plans for next year and I'm really looking forward to that but,  won't talk about too much until it's actualy happening. Plus, I just want this year to be over!

7. What happened last night?
I came home after spending the day hanging with the family and eating like crazy. I saw my Turkih drama wth mom before sleeping.

8. Do you think it’s disgusting when girls get really wasted?
Yes. I mean, I do like to drink but I think it's always smart to know when to stop before doing something embarrassing. Wasted is not pretty!

9. Is confidence cute?
Isn't it more like...sexy?

10. What is the last beverage you had?
Coffee!

11. How many people of the opposite sex do you fully trust?
like 2, maybe? I'm not sure, not too many

12. Do you want to get married?
It is one of my biggest dreams!

13. What are you gonna do Saturday night?
Not sure yet.

14. What are you going to spend money on next?
Probably makeup, baby stuff for my future niece and Christmas gifts.

15. Are you going out with the last person you kissed?
Nope

16. Do you think you’ll change in the next 3 months?
I probably will. I've realized I'v been changing a lot lately. Hopefully I will tho, for the better!

17. Who do you feel most comfortable talking to about anything?
One of my coworkers who is also one of my best friends, my bestie and Mom

18. The last time you felt broken?
I'm not sure, it still happens every now and then, just not as bad as before

19. Are you starting to realize anything?
Yup, many things. It took me a while but I think I am.

20. Are you in a good mood?
Yeah!

21. Would you ever want to swim with sharks?
Never!

22. Are your eyes the same color as your dad’s?
Nope, I got my eye color from Grandma

23. What do you want right this second?
To be completely happy

24. What would you say if the person you love/like kissed another girl/boy?
(Love) I'd tell her to cherish it, cuz that person means a lot to me.

25. Is your current hair color your natural hair color?
Nope, my natural color is a little darker.

26. Would you be able to date someone who doesn’t make you laugh?
I think I could. Cuz I'm usually the goofy type of girl so, it is nice to have an opposite. Just saying~

27. What was the last thing that made you laugh?
Some random chats with my friends from work

28. Do you really, truly miss someone right now?
Yes

29. Does everyone deserve a second chance?
Not everyone. It depends

30. Honestly, do you hate the last boy/girl you were talking to?
No. I don't talk to the ones I hate

31. Does the person you have feelings for right now, know you do?
Yes. I hope he does.

32. Are you one of those people who never drinks soda?
I love coca-cola so...I am not

33. Listening to?
The TV

34. Do you ever write in pencil anymore?
Only when I know I can have mistakes

35. Do you know where the last person you kissed is?
No

36. Do you believe in love at first sight?
I do!

37. Who did you last call?
Grandpa

38. Who was the last person you danced with?
With my boss xD

39. When was the last time you ate a cupcake?
Last month when I bought Halloween cupcakes

40. Did you hug/kiss one of your parents today?
Yes

41. Ever embarrass yourself in front of a crush?
Yesss! I'm an expert on embarrassing myself

42. Who was the last person to call you?
My aunt

43. Do you sing in the shower?
Sometimes, haha

44. Do you dance in the car?
Yes! All the time

45. Ever used a bow and arrow?
No, never

46. Do you think musicals are cheesy?
No! I actually really enjoy musicals! Unless...I'm also cheesy and that's why I don't see them that way~ idk

47. Is Christmas stressful?
I wouldn't sy stressful but I don't see it as exciting as it used to be~

48. Are you in Love?
I don't know if I'm in love anymore, I do know I still love that someone

49. Did you ever dream of a guy?
LOL yeah


50. Occupations you wanted to be when you were a kid?
Veterinarian, actress and event planner

51. Do you believe in ghosts?
Yes! I believe in everything paranormal

52. Ever have a Deja-vu feeling?
Yes, all the time

53. Take a vitamin daily?
No, and I should!

54. Wear a bath robe?
Sometimes

55. What do you wear to bed?
Pj's

56. Wal-Mart, Target or Kmart?
Wal-mart

57. Nike or Adidas?
Nike?

58. Cheetos or Fritos?
Fritos!

59. Favorite Taylor Swift song?
Love Story (I don't really listen to her anymore)

60. Ever take dance lessons?
Yes

61. Is there a profession you picture your future spouse doing?
I always dream of a Doctor or something related to medicine but I guess it doesn't really matter.

62. Can you curl your tongue?
haha, no. I can't.

63. If you had to bring someone to your favorite spot, where would that be?
Starbucks...for now

64. Have you ever cried because you were so happy?
Yesss! Like twice.

65. What is your favorite book?
From what I've been reading lately (kinda) has to be Hoshi Mmoru Inu, which is not a super thick or serious book but, it talks about a dog's loyalty to his owner even after they both die. I'm a dog lover so yeah, I love it.

66. Do you study better with or without music?
Without. It's hard for me to focus.

67. Ever been in love?
Yes

68. Who would you like to see in concert?
Sophie Ellis Bextor and Kim Hyun Joong

69. What TV series are you currently watching?
Sila, The Good Wife and Gintama

70. Tea or coffee?
Always Coffee

71. Favorite type of cookie?
Oreos or anything with chocolate!

72. Can you swim well?
I am a decent swimmer

73. Ever won a contest?
Not a 1st place but I will always remember that 2nd place we got on  a dance contest, especially cuz it was our first time.

74. Are you patient?
Not really. My work has helped me a little with that.

75. Do you have any strange phobias?
not that I can think of

76. Do you believe in karma?
Yes

77. Are you happy with the person you've become?
In some ways yes, but I think I was happier with who I was 2 years ago.

78. What's the weather like right now?
So cold!

79. What time is it?
12:02pm as I'm typing this

80. Do you have any nicknames?
Montse, Mon, Carrot, Moon, Hachi

81. Do you tend to hold grudges against people who have done you wrong?
Yes. I don't do it s much as I used to, cuz I gotta say it was really bad a few years ago but, I still do hold grudges against certain people.

82. Do you save money or spend it?
I've been trying to save some money for real and surprisingly, I've doing well. I also spend it, and I do it a lot

83. Where were you yesterday?
At a retaurant in the morning, at my aunt's house in the afternoon

84. What's your favorite animal?
Dogs and cats

85. What is your secret weapon to get someone to like you?
I don't have one! Can someone answer that for me please?

86. What were you doing last night at 12AM?
In my bed watching my drama

87. You are walking down the street on your way to work. There is a dog drowning in the canal on the side of the street. Your boss has told you if you are late one more time you get fired. What do you do?
I would save the dog, withut even thinkng about it. I'm sure boss would understand, he knows I am that kind of person.

88. You are at the doctor’s office and she has just informed you that you have approximately one month to live.
(T3T)

a) Do you tell anyone/everyone you are going to die?
I wouldn't tell everyone. Maybe only to a few people who were relly close to me

b) What do you do with your remaining days?
I woulsd spend tht time with the people I love or maybe dare to do something I wouldn't normally do.

c) Would you be afraid?
Very!

89. Can insanity bring on more creativity?
there's something about insanity that I find extremely attractive and intersting. I definitely think it can

90. Name three countries you would like to visit.
 Japan, South Korea and England

91. What was your best Halloween costume for Halloween?
I think it was the zombie bride I wore like 4 years ago

92. What’s your favorite holiday?
Halloween, of course!

93. Can you fake any accents?
I used to be good at faking southern accents but, I haven't try in a while. I like faking voices tho

94. Do you believe everything happens for a reason?
Most of the time

95. When did you go to your first funeral?
I don't remember

96. What's your favorite season?
Autumn!!

97. Date someone older or younger?
I usually have a thing for guys that are slightly younger than me... (=3=) yeah...Of course, they have to be in my same age range. As for older...I wouldn't mind as long as there is not this huge age difference.

98. If you could change anything about the way you were raised, what would it be
I wish I would've been raised to be more independent. It has to be one of the things that caused me more trouble to deal with once I had to face things on my own.

99. House or apartment?
I used to dream of a big house a a big garden but now I feel like a nice apartment would be great!

100. Do you have a collection of anything?
I collect Nail Polishes and lipsticks but I also collect bunnies. Everything that has a cute bunny on it, I need to have it!

And...that is it for now!!! 100 random questions answered! Thank you to those who read until the end, I know 100 are a lot to read! Feel free to answer them yourself and i'll see you all on my next blog! xx


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Nov 15, 2016

Maybelline ColorSensational / Burgundy Blush~ Perfect for Fall!



Hello my dollies!
Fall is definitely my favorite season and I've noticed burgundy color is a big trend right now. From clothes to nail polishes and of course, lippies.
I don't usually go for super dark lip colors, I actually don't think I change my makeup depending on the season but this year I decided to be a little more adventurous (with some encouragement) and try something more daring. And since I got many nice comments on how it looked, I decided to share more about it.

I usually go for pink and orange/peachy shades so, this was a big change! My biggest concern was I thought I'd look paler than I already am wearing a super dark lippie...(vampire came to my mind...) but surprisingly, I really liked it.

It's the Maybelline ColorSensational Matte lipstick in the color Burgundy Blush (696). It is a really deep burgundy color that is deffo perfect for the Fall-Winter season.
The lippie is super pigmented, you don't need many applications to get a strong color. It is also super, duper long lasting, even if you eat and drink.






The only thing I don't love about it is that since it's a matte lipstick, it dries up my lips. I always apply some lipbalm first. But yeah, I'm happy I bought this color. I'm seriously thinking about buying another dark shade for the season~

I also got one for my mom but not from the matte line but from the creamy one. It is the ColorSensational Creamy Lipstick in the color Are you red-dy (625) Love the name! and it is a beautiful bright red with a bright, fresh look. Mom's been liking it a lot!




Honestly, I saw many shades I liked from both, matte and creamy collections...I want more!

Here's how they both loo together, even the packaging shows which one is the matte and which one the creamy one.




Do you have any favorite lip color for the Fall season?
xx
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Nov 13, 2016

FLORMAR Imaginary World




Hello sweeties!
I'm finally trying the nail polishes I bought from Flormar like a month ago. Thing was my best friend Arya did my nails for Halloween (it was my first time trying the whole gelish thing. Loved it! So long lasting!) and I could't use the babies I bought.

I wrote a whole post with a bit more info on this brand and the colors I bought: FLORMAR Full Color Nail Enamel

So, the one I'm currently wearing is called "Imginary World" and it's a beautiful pastel blue color. I decded to use it along wth the "Silver Crystals" polish I bought from Avon. They look SO pretty
together.




What I noticed about this nail polish is that one coat can be enough to get a deep color. No need to apply many coats to get the exact color you see on the bottle. That's a big Yay!


Durability isn't impressive but, it is god enough. I've been loving this nail polish! Now...3 more to go!
I also bought two for my mom and he's been really liking them too. They have super pretty colors.

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