Mermaid Life

So I was bored one evening after work and this happened...

 

 

 

 

 
I'm no expert when it comes to makeup.  Whilst I do enjoy my usual natural looks, I love playing in makeup from time to time.


Face: A combination of Bronze 500 & 507 from Mary Kay; ELF HD powder; Mac Dollymix blush

Eyes: Eyeslashes are mine with Rimmel London's Scandal eyes mascara;Milani Liquify Aqua & Black Liners; 120 palette.

Lips: Mac Quicksizzle w/ pink shaddow from 120 palette

Kanye West x A.P.C. Collection Sells Out Sells Out Like Hot Bread

Yeezy's collection for French ready-to-wear line A.P.C. was TOP SECRET up until it launched on Sunday at 10 a.m. Paris time.

 

The line consists of hoodies, T shirts and denim pants (jeans) which are pretty much sold out except for a couple sizes and are currently available for pre-order.

 

The prices range from $120US - $265US.

 

Congrats to Kanye. This has definitely been his year. I would say this though...although I am a huge fan of his music, I would probably opt out of paying $120US for a plain white/black T shirt.  Egyptian cotton or not.  I'm just saying. But if you've got it, by all means, SPEND IT.

If you're still hoping to get your hands on something, or just to browse, here's the link: http://usonline.apc.fr/kanye

RiRi Woo Review & Swatches

Well hello there.

So after all the hype and glueing my eyes to the Mac website whilst  frantically trying to add this baby to my cart and proceed with the wind to checkout....it has finally, well, they have finally made their way into my arms all the way in Trinidad.

MAC RiRi Woo Lipstick ($15.00 for 0.10 oz.) is described as a “matte cool red [with a retro matte finish].” It’s a deep, medium-dark red with strong cool undertones and a matte finish. It has a slight more blue hue than that of big sis Ruby Woo.

In my opinion, the difference isn't very noticeable, and to be quite honest, it looks like the same lipstick.  However, I do not feel cheated as the texture is somewhat different to Ruby Woo, since it is much more moist in comparison. And we all know how dry Ruby Woo is.

RiRi Woo has Rihanna’s signature etched around the side of the lipstick itself.  I would have loved to have seen Mac do a bit more with the packaging though.

This lipstick was only available online and sold and Rihanna concerts, but catch it next time around when Mac re-releases it with the rest of the RirRi ♥'s Mac in June.

I absolutely love everything Robyn Rihanna Fenty and I will duly support my fellow Island Girl, even moreso in this venture.

I am so ready for more...

Natural Light

 

 

Natural Light

 L-R: Runaway Red (Satin; Limited Ed, Shop Mac Cook Mac), RiRi Woo, Ruby Woo

 

With Flash

 L-R: Runaway Red (Satin; Limited Ed, Shop Mac Cook Mac), RiRi Woo, Ruby Woo

 

I got about 5 hours wear time and then I had lunch :)

 

 

Did you purchase? What are your thoughts?

Met Gala Ball 2013

Here are my fave picks from the Met Gala Ball...

Anne Hathaway

 

 

Ashley Greene

 

Jeniffer Lopez

 

Julianne Hough

 

Kristen Stewert

 

Rooney Mara

 

Sarah Jessica Parker

 

Solange Knowles

 

 

 

 

 

My first curlBOX

I first started following curlBOX on Instagram some months ago. At first I just thought it was a page that posts beautiful women with natural hair but I soon realized it was not. It was actually a pretty cool monthly subscription of $20 for a box filled with amazing sample and full size natural hair care products.

curlBOX was founded by CEO Myliek Teele and is a brilliant way to discover new products. curlBOX currently only services United States residents but I was able to get my hands on it through my trusty old skybox which is basically a US address which allows me to order stuff online and shipped to the skybox and then to me here in Trinidad.

I signed up for curlBOX in October and received my first box a few days ago. Let me be honest, the process of getting a box is a tad bit frustrating but so worth it. You can hit up YouTube for details on how to get a curlBOX. I absolutely love all the products in the box (tried them out this weekend) and I'm super excited for December box.


Here are a few photos and one of my wash day today.

Mac Azealia Banks - Yung Rapunxel

Hello,

I know I've been missing in action for quite some time but I've just been soooo busy with work for the past couple months and for that I do apologize my lovelies.

I've had this lipstick for about a week and I haven't had the chance to take proper lip swatches but i thought I'd share just a couple photos I took with my phone.

So as you may or may not know, new rapper Azealia Banks teamed up with Mac to bring you Yung Rapunxel which is her signature lipstick color and is named after her alter ego. The lipstick is dark purple-ish plum and has an amplified finish. I have to say I've been wanting a dark lippie for quite some time and am so glad to add this to my collection.

 

 

 

 

I'll try to add some lip swatches as soon as I can...

Mint/glitter Ombré Nails

1. Paint one coat of desired color and let dry.

2. Paint first nail and sprinkle glitter towards the nail tip dusting off excess glitter. Use technique one nail at a time.

3. I added another shade of polish onto a sponge and slightly dabbed onto the nail then added a top coat.

All done :)

West Indian Cooking: My Aunty's Peppa Sauce

My aunt makes the best Peppa Sauce and one day she blessed me with the recipe. Today I share it with you and also my friend E. Hartwell, who is actually the reason for this post.

Here's what you'll need:

• 40 hot peppers
• 10 limes
• 10 cloves of garlic
• 1/3 cup water
• 1/4 cup vinegar (if desired)
• 3 tbs fresh green seasoning
• 2 tbs salt

NB: you can cut the measurements in half if you wish to make a lesser amount.

Instructions:
• Just throw everything in your blender and let it ripppppp.

Kreativ Blogger Award

Hello,

I know I've been mia for a while but I promise to be back soon.

I recently got a message from Miss colourmesunshine awarding me the Kreativ Blogger Award. I was pleasantly surprised and figured it's a nice way to get to know a bit more about fellow bloggers.

The Rules of this Award:

Post a link to the blogger that gave you the award.

List 7 interesting facts about yourself that your readers might find interesting.

Nominate 7 other bloggers, provide links, and let them know.

7 interesting things about me...

 

1. I am terribly afraid of heights and will NEVER go sky-diving, however I've always wanted to try zip lining.

 

2. I am also afraid of the dark lol.

 

3. I can never get fedup of the beach and nature in general. I mean I live on an island, well two islands which I absolutely love and would not want to live anywhere else. Well except for England, minus winter.

 

4. I am a complete fool. I talk too much nonsense for my own good sometimes. I love to laugh and make people laugh.

 

5. A few years ago the only makeup I'd wear was foundation/powder, eyeliner/mascara. I've grown to appreciate the magic of makeup so much more with time. Though I hated how it looked on me a few years ago, I am a complete lipstick junkie now.

 

6. I believe I was Japanese in my former life :) I love everything about their culture and I hope to visit someday.

 

7. I am 1/2 Indo and 1/2 Afro Trinidadian (Mixed with African and Indian). I love being bi-racial and bi-cultural and I am extremely grateful to my parents for mixing their shit up.

 

and that's my 7!!!

 

 

I award the following with the Kreativ Blogger Award:

 

Bellezza

Beautybylee

Pinkpineapple

Thelovelyinc

Taniareveals

Amethystdesireee

Lipstickshewrote

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

West Indian Cooking: Ochro Rice (Okra) With Stewed Chicken

If you know anything about me other than my love for makeup, it would be of my love for food and by extension cooking lol.

This is my first of a new series of entries on my love for cooking and different types of food in general.

I start of with a popular West Indian dish which was also my first attempt at cooking Ochro Rice.

So let's get this show on the road.

Here's what you'll need:
• Ochro (okra) - 4
• Brown Rice - 2 cups
• Onion - 1/2
• Garlic - 3 cloves
• Carrot - 1/3 (if desired)
• Celery
• Pumpkin
• Pimento pepper - 2
• Hot pepper - 1/2 (if desired)
• Cooking oil - 2 tbsp
• Salt - 2 tbsp
• Coconut milk - 1/2 cup
• Water
• Dhal (split peas) If desired
• Cooking margarine - 1 tbsp

Instructions:
• Boil the dhal till tender (split peas) and set aside.
• Chop the ochro along with the other vegetables.
• Sauté the veggies in cooking oil and stir.
• Add salt
• Add the boiled dhal (split peas) to the sautéed veggies.
• Add the brown rice and stir.
• Add the coconut milk and and water and bring to boil.
• Stir mixture occasionally to ensure it does not stick to the pot.
• Add margarine.
• Cook rice till tender but not too soft.

Serves 6.

Let me know in the comments if you want the recipe for stewed chicken.

Happy cooking and as always,
Stay Glam