First Mac Lipstick: Pink Noveau

I am a pink freak but I was not really a fan of pink lipstick. I believe that red lipstick always the forever classic in terms of lip's color- it represents strength and boldness of a woman's character. I have a medium skin tone as well, playing around NC 30-35 and I don't think I can pull off a bright pink lipstick on day to day basis but because I'm such a curious cat, I love to play around and feed my curiosity.

In terms of lipstick, MAC cosmetics is always the talk of the town, but the 3g lipstick is quite expensive I don't really think I can spend a whooping Php 1000 for just a tube of a lipstick! But as I fired up my search engine I've seen such flattering swatches and so I decided to buy one.


Mac says:

Colour plus texture for the lips. Stands out on the runway. Shimmers on the streets. What made M-A-C famous! 

My first ever Mac lipstick is PINK NOVEAU.

Photo not Mine; Photo credits to rightful owner

Packaging:

 The packaging really stands out among the lipsticks I owned, it looks so classy and sleek. The packaging comes with a bullet-like tube, coated with all black matte color, it is travel- friendly and super light.

Pink noveau has a satin finish, it has a cool-toned, blue based, light medium pink. They describe it as a barbie pink (think of Nicki Minaj lips), the color alone is really beautiful, highly pigmented, very flattering and not too drying since it a satin finish. It is very creamy and really smells good, it reminds me of vanilla.

No wonder this color is one of the most popular shades of Mac lipsticks and always runs out of stock.

Swatches:

Here is a swatch against my NC30-35 skin tone.

With flash

No flash

The color alone is so bright, bold, neon-ish, barbie-ish pink. It is a very playful color. However, they said it works more on fair skin tone which I agree. The crack on your lips and flakes may appear visible so make sure your lipstick are exfoliated before wearing it. Lasting power is ok, I can wear it for 4-5 hours.

Where to purchase. Check their Instagram Es_online


Rating: 8/10
Pink noveau is a very  lovely color. Formula wise it is the best formula I ever tried so far, the price is worth it but maybe the color doesn't work for me because I do not have fair skin tone. Will I purchase it again? Maybe, if I can not find a better shade of pink than this one.

My first Mac experience is worth it and even if it is expensive I think we deserve to be pampered every once in a while. Mac is highly addictive, maybe because when you buy one shade you are urge to buy the other sets of shades until you will see yourself hoarding more than what you need.

How about you? Do you own a Mac lipstick? and what was the first shade you purchased? Do you like it so far?

In sync with nature

For the second day of our prenuptial photo shoot we decided to take a peek with little miss sunshine and went for an outdoor photo shoot. Indeed the weather was so cooperative all I can see is the deep blue sky covered with occasional white blotches of clouds. The birds look so happy dancing with the wind, the trees looked so peaceful with nature and the flowers bloom in such a perfect way. Should I say that this is indeed a perfect day for vanity and love?

So without hesitation I know that my dress would totally fit for the place. I opted for a hot pink hued in floral pattern dress. Floral pattern is very perfect for a daytime look. I entirely love the pop of colors which totally reminds you that summer is definitely here! The color is very bright and vibrant!

I paired my dress with an orange hued wedge. Did I told you that I'm such sucker for wedges, I mean they are very comfortable to wear than stilettos yet still give you the omph look when you walk and also I'm such a clumsy girl I trip down so easily and that's a confession. [Insert sorry face here]

What I like about my dress is that it has a very beautiful wooden- beaded collar that will serve as an instant accessory! This is the very reason why this dress looks very fab.

The dress has a bit of naughty and nice combo too, it may looked conservative in front but it has a cute peek-a-boo effect at the back. Aren't they look so sexy?

The makeup totally suit for the daytime look; it looks fresh and neat and the curls, yes the curls again. As a whole, I think I'll give an 8/10 for this barely there look.

Dress from a local boutique
Wedge: Leaveland

I am completely smitten top with floral patterns ever since, well who wouldn't? I think every girl does. Floral printed dresses will always look super girly, right?

Photography by: Infinity Studios

Hair and Make up by: Sandy Mangandia