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About Me

My name is Sophia, and I am in my early 30s. I am from Singapore and I am the sole writer of this blog.

About this Blog

I started this blog in 2006, I like to use a wide range of brands though I seem to have a growing preference for higher-end brands in recent years. I also like to share interesting things I have come across about makeup and beauty.

Currently The Makeup Blogette receives 39,000 unique views monthly or 2,238,932 views and counting.

My Makeup Style

I like classic looks (neutral tones on eyes, anything goes for lips & cheeks), though occasionally I try out dramatic/ statement looks.  I believe that a flawless base is the key to achieving great makeup looks.  I also believe that if you don't have great skin to start with, fake it with a good foundation routine, and even greater skincare.  I am currently loving Clarins & Lancome skincare products, and Vichy NormaDerm for tackling with breakouts.

What Cameras do I use?

Most of the pictures you see in post 2010 entries are taken with my Canon G-11.  Previously I was using Canon Ixus 80.  I do post some pictures which are taken with my iphone4 which I will state in that particular entry.  I have stopped watermarking my pictures as of 2011, because I think watermarks are ugly in general, and does not prevent people from stealing my pictures if they wish to.  I just take it as a compliment that my pictures are even worth stealing in the first place. I might look into getting a Canon EOS next year, not just for blogging purposes, but I also like photography in general.

My Favourite Makeup Brand(s)

It is hard to name just one, but I like NARS, Chanel, Illamasqua and the ocasional Guerlain, Dior & Urban Decay item.  I own quite a stash of MAC items, but recently I have stopped catching up with their collections, and I much prefer to splurge on a few really outstanding items.

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I bought/ paid for all of the products mentioned in this blog. I am not affliated to any company. If certain products are sent to me for review purposes, I will say so and express my honest opinions about them. In any case, I will only review and showcase the products which I have personally tried and tested, and enjoy using. I do not get paid to review anything.

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    December 05, 2010

    Haul: Shopbop.com (Calvin Klein, Marc Jacobs, Juicy Couture!)

    So this was supposed to be delivered last Thursday, and I didn't realise til Sunday morning, and called DHL to send it over again this morning.  This is my first package to arrive since the Black Friday weekend online shopping frenzy.  As you might know, I love to shop at shopbop.com -- they have free international shipping, prices are competitive and lotsa brands.  I didn't want to bother with vpost, and only went to websites that offer free international shipping.

    The promo they had was the BIGEVENT where every $250 gets you $50 off each order, up til $500 off a $1500 order.    So I ordered about US$300 worth of stuff, and had $50 deducted.

    The main thing was that I wanted to get some CK bras --- which you can try on at our local stores that sell CK bras -- note down the model number, or the fitting you like, and then order at shopbop... cos... it is just cheaper.  An average CK bra here is S$99-S$119, but at shopbop, I paid USD$30--US$40 for each.  One of them might be around USD$24 cos there was some price reduction going on certain models.

    I got three bras, and in all modesty's sake, I shall show only very close up pics -- I tried, and they all fit me perfectly just like in the stores.

    scoop neck push up

    X cotton racer back

    this was on sale, I think

    perfectly fit T shirt bra

    super comfy -- like the straps, very 'firm'

    I got a MJ shopping bag (USD$58) and this is the item which allowed me to get the $50 off... so I guess technically I saved US$50 on this bag?

    It is retailing for S$120 nett in stores currently.

    It is quite big, and made of very soft nylon material which you can easily fold and put into your handbag.

    And lastly, I just wanted a new everyday bag, one sturdy enough if I choose to dump my computer inside.

    This Juicy Couture bag (USD$148) caught my eye, because it is not immediately obvious that it is a Juicy Couture bag.

    (read: no funky tacky loud logo, and no dangling charms like their velour bowling bags)

    It is a dark green with peacock feathers print and ruched all over.

    And the inside of the bag is too cute, with the bright background and Old English font of the brand name.

    Maybe I can do an updated what's in my bag entry with this new bag soon.

    That's all!  Online shopping is very addictive!  Expect more hauls coming this week and next! :)  They don't call it black friday for nothing!

    Thanks for looking!

     

     

    posted by
    12/05/10

    muah hahaa!!! The Juicy Couture bag reminds me of a Shar Pei!!! Muah ahahha!!!!!!
    Oh yes, I love CK bras too.. they are just soOOoooo soft and comfy... it's good for me coz they also have smaller sizes *blush*


    12/05/10

    @ hazel -- true true, I like CK bra fitting too! Not stiff nor too thickly padded LOL


    posted by
    12/06/10

    Omgee, i had my eyes on the same JC bag when I was shopping at shopbob a few days ago. But i didnt get it Sticking out tongue Great haul!


    posted by
    12/06/10

    i'm loving the MJ bag! so spacious & pretty.


    posted by
    12/06/10

    JC bag lining is superr awesome!!!


    posted by
    12/06/10

    Love your goodies! MJ shopping bag is so cute & love the JC detailing inside, ruching & the strap. The CK bras look soooo comfy, love that lace banded piece esp!


    posted by
    12/06/10

    Wow I like that Juicy Couture bag that you got. It's so different from all their other super loud and 'chunky' bags. Can't wait to see the other stuff you had gotten!


    posted by
    12/06/10

    wowza!! i loike all of it! amazing haul! Smiling


    12/06/10

    @ michelle - yay, so which bag did you eventually decide on getting (recall from your tweets you were planning to get a bag)??

    @ sara - thanks! yup, that's why I like it, haha, simple and nice. I can't wait to receive the other packages too~

    @ makeupjunkett - thanks!


    12/06/10

    @ miszila - yup, I like how it is very spacious, and there is also a little inner pocket for you to keep smaller items so they don't get 'lost'

    @ farah - I'm glad I tried out the Ck bras cos I had to go up a cup size, the cutting is a little on the small size, and yup, the lace band is nice and just a tiny sexxy! haha.

    @ sydney - yup, I like the JV bag for all its cute details! Smiling


    posted by
    12/06/10

    Wow! Those bras look so comfy. Love when a Shopbop package arrives at my door! Smiling


    posted by
    12/06/10

    I didn't get any bag eventually! I shall just be patient until I meet the "one". lol!


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