Fancy Shoe or Everyday Bag?

I'm currently having a shopping dilemma.  I've been eyeing a lot of things recently, but these 2 would need some more consideration and deliberation as they are above Php 5,000.00 -- my personal budget limit on things I buy that can't be classified under impulse buys. (Thanks Mom and Ate Jaja for owning designer bags I can borrow :D, and thanks day job for setting my limit :/) 

So i would need your help in deciding which one I'd get over these two:

1. Vivienne Westwood for Melissa, Lady Dragon Heart in Gray, with Blue Heart

I saw these at Geleia in Trinoma last Friday.  I didn't know that there's a shop now solely selling Melissa shoes here in the country.  My interest on this grew when Ate Jhona, the sister of my boyfriend, got a pair in Fuschia about 3 weeks ago at Greenbelt.  It looked lovely on her feet when she tried it on, and it equally felt heavenly on mine when I slipped them on last Friday at Geleia. GANDA! I was with my lil sis, Boomie, and she just rolled her eyes at me, and scolded me not to get these (YET!) YAN ANG LITTLE SISTER. Haha :)

But look, the color is so reminiscient of my college days!!! GO ATENEO!!  How can I resist??  Yours for only Php 5,999. 

Melissa shoes are sold at:

Metro Manila
*NEW* Geléia
Mall of Asia
Tel: 659-0587
*NEW* Geléia
TriNoma
Tel: 901-1619
Anthem
Powerplant Mall
Rockwell, Makati
Tel: 896-9534
Anthem
Shangri-La Mall
Tel: 638-5179
CMG
Selected CMG Boutiques
Mia Bella
Serendra
The Fort, Taguig
Tel: 901-3040
Culte Femme
Rustan’s Tower (Shangri-La)
Ortigas Center, Mandaluyong
Tel: 633-4636
Culte Femme
Rustan’s Makati
Ayala Center, Makati
Tel: 813-3739
Culte Femme
Rustan’s Cebu
Tel: 032-2315641
Mix
Greenbelt 5
Ayala Center, Makati
Tel: 729-9715
Rustan’s Red Tag
Robinson’s Place
Tel: 551-2788, 528-1440

You can even order online through the Melissa Philippines Online Store :)


2. Cambridge Satchel 

Item 2 is the Cambridge Satchel, slowly taking over what seemed to be Longchamp Le Pliage's foothold.  While the Le Pliage is still very popular, the Cambride Satchel has quickly gained love from Filipino celebrities and icons like Chuvaness among others.

I'm looking at getting one in vintage brown or red in 14".  Should I decide to get this over the Melissa heels, I'll be ordering from Schu.  They have stocks on hand in Rockwell and Shangri La, but not in the colors I want :(

Wait lang, parang I want the fluoroscent orange too :/

Cambridge Satchels are available in Schu outlets:

- Glorietta 3, Mobile No. +63917 592 8801,
- G/F, SM Mall of Asia, Mobile No. +63917 592 8804,
- M3, Ayala TriNoma, Mobile No. +63917 592 8802,
- Chimes, Felcris Specialty Store, Mobile No. +63920 951 18 30,
- G/F, Ayala Cebu 032 412 52 61,
- The 5th, Shangri-la Plaza, Tel. No. 634 95 96,
-Chocolate schu Bar, R2, Power Plant, Tel. No. 899 6997; Mobile No. 0917 592 8809

You can also place an order here!

SO, WHICH ONE SHOULD I GET?????

Beauty Blender and its awesomeness!!

I got this super cute, pink, egg-shaped reusable makeup sponge called Beauty Blender as a birthday gift from my ex-officemates Faline & Lalaine last March and I've been using it religiously since then.  A lot of MUAs have claimed that this does a better job over brushes.  Before owning this, I used to only use my fingers to spread liquid foundation over my face.  Also, prior to getting this, I was already familiar with it as I've seen it online and at PCX early this year, so it was great joy when I found out they got me this as a present. :D 

The Beauty Blender promises to give you an air-brush effect by using light, bouncing motions on your face,  also called stippling in the beauty world, to give you the perfect, flawless finish.  I can personally attest to this, and I highly recommend it to those who are having a hard time achieving that natural, well-balanced application of foundation.  You can use the big, rounded end all over your face, while the slightly pointed end can be used in hard to reach, and sensitive areas like the sides of your nose and under your eyes.  Just make sure you wash it and keep it dry after every use to prevent mold formation.


The only downside that I see with this product is its price.  Suggested product life is only 3 to 6 months the longest for hygienic purposes given that it's a sponge which can easily breed bacteria even with utmost care.


Here in the Philippines, you can get yours at PCX branches.  I am still not sure where else you can get it.  It is sold in single packs, or bundled with a bottle of the cleanser.  The single pack currently retails at around Php 1,000+.

Currently Wearing: ShoesOne MiuMiu inspired jeweled sandals, in black

I'm currently wearing my Miu Miu inspired jeweled shoe (Spring 2010) that I got from ShoesOne. Not really sure if it was a smart thing to wear it this early on in my new workplace, but I guess they'll eventually come to know my love for shoes so it's okay... :/ Actual photo of the pair I own is below:

The original comes in a super girly Pink shade, with black swallow print. SUPER CUTE..and SUPER MAHAL! haha :) :

This one looks more similar to what I have, but I believe this color & print never came out in the jeweled, sling back style shown above:

You can get yours for pre-order at my fave online shoe shop, highstylefancy.multiply.com.  This pair would take about 2 weeks-1month waiting time but it's worth it :)

Can't get your hands on MAC's Viva Glam Gaga Lipglass?

I was in Landmark Dept. Store, Trinoma earlier today for work-related matters and little did I know that today would be quite momentous!  I knew I'd somehow get lost in the cosmetics area, now that I'm working for the best skin care company, but I didnt expect to find a new make up discovery as this is not part of our current item list.  After visiting different stores today that carry our company's lines, my supervisors gave me time to roam around the department store before heading back to the office.  I immediately proceeded to the make-up counters of different brands as I'm already running out of foundation.

My search for a new foundation was unsuccesful.  I realized I'd just set time aside in the weekend to drop by MAC to get myself the best foundation.  I'd probably blog about it next when I get it na :)

Anyway, I was successful in finding something else... MAC VIVA GLAM GAGA I LIPGLASS DUPES!  I'm a big fan of the washed out pinks/baby pinks lip color so this got me really excited.  I've been looking for the best one available here in the Phils so I consider this day pretty significant for finding it! It's made by Lola Cosmetics, and it's their lipgloss in the shade of Ballet Slippers.  It currently retails at Php 900.00 so it's not far off from the MAC in terms of pricing.  THough i believe they deliver the same result... so that would mean complete with the slightly heavy, goopy effect :( which I dont really mind! The Lola Lipgloss has Vitamin E and Jojoba that helps in moisturizing the lips, plus green tea that helps treat chapped and sad lips.  Best part about it for me is that it's also infused with mint extracts leaving your lips tingling from the cooling sensation.  I absolutely love it!

They also have a color similar to Viva Glam Gaga II Lipglass if you're more into nudes called Almost Paradise :

Lola Cosmetics is located in the following malls. Grab yours today!:

Marionnaud

SM Mall of Asia
Pasay City, Philippines
T: 63 2 556 04 19 or 63 2 556 04 22

Beauty by SM Makati

SM Makati
Makati City, Philippines
T: 63 2 816 64 21

Beauty by SM Cubao

SM Cubao
Quezon City, Philippines
T: 63 2 709 21 16

Beauty by SM Megamall

SM Megamall
Pasig City, Philippines
T: 63 2 687 42 96

Landmark Trinoma

TriNoMa Mall
Quezon City, Philippines

T: 63 2 922 99 90