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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.

Where to find me

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I have no official Facebook fan page, and currently have no intention to start one at all.  The Makeup Blogette remains my personal hobby and property, so as such, I don't believe in having a Facebook fanpage for it.

Final Disclaimer

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.

No ads, no paid links etc please.  I am in charge of all content and pictures here.

I am not a makeup artist, nor do I have any professional training in makeup.

 

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    July 21, 2012

    Shopbop Haul: Elizabeth & James [The Fairfax Shades]

    Hi!

    I love to order eyewear and bags from Shopbop.  They really have the best accessories, and I have never been disappointed with any of my shopbop haul.  And I love shades, even though I might not wear them on a daily basis.  I am really into black shades, more so than the brown ones.  I was toying with the idea of the Prada baroque ones... but... I think in the end, the Fairfax won me over.  This retails for USD185.  Don't ask me if there is any retailers in Singapore selling this... cos I didn't find out, and I didn't know.  

    Elizabeth and James, in case you aren't aware, are the siblings to the Olsen twins, and this is their clothing and accessories label (in addition to The Row, if I am not wrong).  I love that it is not a pair of shades that yell its brand.. but if you know, you know. 

    Love the cat eye shaped, and the thin golden arms of the shades.  And I love how the name and brand is carved discreetly into the frame of the shades. 

    It seems to fit a little loosely on my face.. will get to adjusting it when I have the chance to. 

    Meanwhile, enjoy the beautiful pictures..of the shades. :)

    for details on this LOTD, click here here here

    some pictures I took with my iphone the day I received them

    and I immediately tried them on.  

    they seem like the kind of shades that go perfectly well with no makeup, and red lips.

    Yay!  

    I have done a eyewear collection a few years back.. 

    Would you like to see an updated eyewear collection entry?  Lemme know!

    Thanks for reading!

    posted by
    7/22/12

    I want them! So cute =)


    posted by
    7/23/12

    I like your shades!! Just curious, how do you see whether the shades will fit you without being able to try it on?


    7/23/12

    @miaka05 - I usually roughly gauge by the (usually a caucasian) model wearing it, if it looks too 'curved' around her facial features then I know it won't suit my flat face/ nose bridge. That's the first step. Then I look at the dimensions, the width of the shades, it must be 6" across so I know it will look suitably oversized on me. (why 6"? cos that's the width of my existing shades) and also after much random in store trying, I know what works for me, and what I know will fit me...


    posted by
    7/23/12

    Thanks for your comment! Smiling


    posted by
    7/30/12

    oh dear.. i love this shade!


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