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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 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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    June 30, 2012

    Thakoon for NARS: Koliary & Anardana [Photos & Swatches]

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    I purchased two shades from the NARS Thakoon collection.  I didn't expect to come arcoss them when I was in TW, so when the BA brought out the collection for me, I was like wow, I want!  I had vaguely remember the shades which are the most well reviewed, and I went with those.  Besides the other shades aren't very much unique in my stash.  

    I chose Koliary, a brilliant shade of warm rich blue, and Anardana, a rich bright pink that reminds me a little like a OCC liptar (Anime, or Paegant). 

    Here are the two gorgeous shades.  

    They are one-coaters, in the case of Anardana, I used only one coat, and for Koliary, I used two coats to make the overall look more even. 

    Koliary is just brilliant.  It POPS! I love love this blue, and it doesn't seem to stain, which is a bonus. 

    I love how rich this pink is.  

    It is quite a neutral toned pink, despite the brightness, and both shades make my skin look like it  has a healthy tan going on. 

    some comparisons, no dupes though. 

    more comparisons with a couple of Dior pinks

    Overall, I love both shades, and I am glad I had the chance to pick them up. 

    Hope these swatches have been helpful, and thanks for looking!

    posted by
    6/30/12

    hi Sophia

    they are GORGEOUS!!!! best of all, a one-coater? seriously? I love Koliary! it's so.... youthful.


    posted by
    7/01/12

    Nice colors! I like the Anardana. T
    hanks for sharing!


    posted by
    7/01/12

    These look gorgeous! Throw in some white and you could have a pop art manicure! Very lovely colors Laughing out loud


    posted by
    7/01/12

    Anardana is HOT!!
    Reminds me of your hot pink bag and heels..


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