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A friend showed me this since she knows I am a pushover LOL! I am glad she did though. I think after Swell, this is going to be the next big thing 🤣 I love that this is more compact than Swell but can hold 14oz. 😍

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Since this is made of stainless steel, I can enjoy my Vitality infused drinks with it in full glam LOL! I can take cold Ningxia anywhere yay! You can bring it anywhere including glass-free areas like the pool, concerts etc. without issues 😍

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These does not just keep your wine or any drink chilled for 24 hours but also has a limited lifetime warranty 😍

I just shipped mine from Kango and I got the glitter mermaid ombre x4  (I am a hoarder) hehehe..

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So this came in just today and I was so excited to unbox it :) I bought the key pouch at LV online since I wanted something that would keep my cards and cash together when I am using a smaller pouch. I got this for $214.55 inc tax. It came in with the same packaging as the store and they also added a nice ribbon and gift tag to the box which is so cute.

This snall piece of canvas surprisingly can hold more that what I expect. I loaded it with 15 plastic cards plus cash and it still look like it could hold more :) I got the Damier Ebene canvas since I am planing to pair it with my Eva clutch and mini pochette which are also in Damier Ebene canvas. Also, I did not get the monogram since I am still in the hunt for the limited edition Cerises collection whcih is in monogram canvas.

This SLG would most likely one of the items that I would purchase over and over. I target to have at least four or five of these in different print and material so you would see more reveals like this in the future.

Some of you may know how I go cray cray about Sanrio stuff and I chanced upon this Hello Kitty rose wine being sold at winecountrygiftbaskets.com. I am not a wine person so I couldn't speak for the wine quality but I can testify that if you look into collecting wine bottles, then this would be a good addition to your collection. Normally I don't go for anything perishable when it comes to buying  Sanrio stuff but this one is an exception. It wasn't just because it was a Hello Kitty marked wine but the heart shaped on the neck of the bottle got my attention. It's rare to find wine bottled shaped that way so it's kind of cool! :)

I bought this online for $33.90 incl S&H and they have a gift option if you plan to purchase it someone as a gift. The wine came in a really nice and secure package. The only thing surprised me when I got the bottle was that it looks larger in the pics as compared to the actual bottle. The wine is probably half the size of the a regular sized wine bottle so if you are planning to buy this for consumption then his maybe a consideration.

I've no intention of drinking the wine so this will probably sit on my mini bar counter as display.

I had an eye on this for almost three months and have been thinking about it since.  Finally I had the chance to drop by LV in Edina, MN and bought it for $831.38 inc tax. My SA was not around so someone else assisted me. Contrary to the common experience of others with LV SAs, the Edina SAs were more than being helpful to their customers. I came in wearing just casual clothes, completely undone hair and no makeup  and I did not feel unwelcome at all.

During my purchase,  I had second thoughts between the Eva and the Favorite MM but still leaned towards the Eva clutch. The Favorite may be able to handle more stuff but I prefer Eva's zip closure than the Favorite's magnetic flap closure.

The Eva clutch is versatile - you can use it as a cross-body bag for a casual look or use the chain strap for a fancier look. I have a huge phone so size was also a concern for me and my ip6+ fits perfectly and still leaving enough space for other essentials. I'll have another post on what I can stuff in there without breaking the canvas apart. :)

I had an eye on this piece since it was released in 2012 and I saw it at the Edina, MN Louis Vuitton display but was hesitant to buy that time since it was retailed for $1200 USD which during that time was way pricier than the regular Neverfull MM. I had to think so much about the purchase but as soon as I decided I would get it, it was no longer in stock.

The moment I saw this, I automatically fell in love with it. Why? Not only that it is a limited edition item but also the collection is the same name as my daughter. So I find this item close to me at a deeper level :) I figured I would give this to my daughter when she grows up :)

I've seen a number of these being sold in pre-loved consignment stores but normally there had been a significant wear and abuse on it already. Some may seem a good deal as it was being sold for half the price but I tend to be anal about the condition of the item. When I found this pochette at Couture USA site, I didn't second guess myself and decided to purchase. I got this for $349.99 (bag retailed for $355). The thing about getting limited edition items in excellent condition is that you either pay more or pay the same price it was sold for when it was released, so this to me was a a fairly decent deal.

I've used this a couple of times and was surprised that it hasn't had much patina on the vachetta yet for a 9-yr old purse.  Since the cherries print was small, it isn't noticeable so it kind of blends in your outfit like a regular LV purse. The print though, once noticed could be a nice piece of conversation. I like it how I can always make this personal by telling people who noticed why I purchased it in the first place. Even if it's considered a past season release, I still get compliments and even my SA the LV Edina store find it cute. My daughter loves this too since the size was perfect for her (although I am not letting an 18-month old child to use this no matter how much she begs me

Overall, this one is my favorite purchases and never regret getting so yeah :) I hope Cerise would love this as much as she does now when I hand this to her when she's older.

If you happen to like collecting previously released limited edition LV purses and loves to stand-out in the crowd, this 2003 Cherry Blossoms collection pochette is indeed a head-turner. Not only that this was printed with cute cherry blossom prints but also came in three different monogram canvas colors. They released the brown/pink, beige/red and pink/pink.

I was battling between the brown/pink and pink/pink however I figured I'd get the pink/pink one since I already have another monogram pochette. Also, you rarely find someone wearing a pink monogram LV bag :)

It took me a while to find a like new/unused pre-loved of these but as soon as I found it on Fashionphile for  $425, I purchased it right away. The purse retailed around the same price when it was launched so I didn't really save on this for buying a pre-loved item. Since this is limited edition, I would expect to pay more for this beauty.

I wasn't that much happy with the purchase since the pictures look better than the actual product and it already had a noticeable patina on the vachetta. Also, I noticed a distinct scent on the purse which seems like this has been stored in an old wooden chest for a long time. Honestly, to this date, I am still trying so hard to get rid of it.  Other than that,  I didn't find any signs of use and everything looks perfect except for the patina which is expected for an almost 10-yr old handbag. I did not bother to return the item sinceI know it would be rare to find something of better quality (no patina in the vachetta leather) for the same amount.

I look forward to use this eventually (hope I get rid of the annoying smell). :)

I have posted previously about a purchase I did last April 2014 at the Louis Vuitton store in Edina, MN. I've been looking for a push gift to myself as I was due around May. I decided to get the Emilie wallet in Monogram Rouge since I haven't had a decent wallet yet. I initially wanted the Artsy MM  Empreinte in Aube but I feel that it's way too expensive for a push gift (it retails at around $3.1k excl tax).

What I like about this wallet is that it looks compact and not bulky but can hold a lot. I can even store my iPhone 6 plus in it and still have enough space for my numerous cards :) I don't suggest loading it with heaps of coins tho since it might damage the canvas.

At first I wanted to hotstamp it with my initials but decided not to, thinking that I might end up not liking it and selling it after. I've had it for seven months now but I haven't seen any wear on it and I used it like any other wallets I got (no special care or whatsoever). I like that it can hold my phone so I can just carry that with me when running errands without having to worry about bringing a purse to hold my cards and phone.

Compared to other LV wallets available, the Emilie is under the cheaper range retailing at $480 ($514.92 inc tax). This is one purchase that I do not regret and really happy with it :) I am sure I would be using this for a long time :)

If you are looking to buy your first LV wallet then this is something that you can consider. Aside from being cheaper than other LV wallets, usually retailing over $700 excl tax, it looks nicely designed and made.

I know it's been almost a year since I last posted and the past year had been so much for me. Being a new mom is a new but great experience but I admit that there are so many things that I didn't expect. Working full time and being hands on with my baby is tough since having a maid/nanny in the US is so impossible. So I'd say I had a handful of things over the past year which kept me from doing one of the things that I love to do - blogging! My baby just turned one last February and waiting for the second to come anytime soon! Yes, you read right, we are expecting baby number two! Since I have been advised to go on a rest by my doctor, I would say I had a little bit of "me time" before we get in to another chaos :)

For the past month,  I have been doing a lot of browsing and catching up on what's new as well as updating my wishlist haha! Apparently I came upon the thought of investing on a good handbag.  I have designer handbags like Tory Burch, Kate Spade, Coach and the likes but I haven't really had a luxury handbag. With me working and at the same time a mom, I felt I deserve to reward myself with something :)

Honestly, investing on luxury bags never crossed my mind let alone thought about wanting an LV (well except for this Kusama Neverfull that I have been lusting for in 2012). I just feel that it is a waste to spend thousands of dollars over a piece of handbag. Growing up in the Philippines and spending most of my lifetime there, you would see knockoffs of these bags all over the place which I felt contributed to my hesitation over getting one.. I didn't like LV for that matter and I feel that I am paying heaps for the same quality that I can get from cheaper designer bags. Then I realized I was wrong..

I had some time to research in the hopes of finding the best brand that is worth my money and guess what, in terms of quality and functionality, LV got my best bet. Even for the fact that I am looking for a luxury bag, I still would want something that is functional and would last a long time since if I were to spend thousands of dollars for it, I sure don't want it to be just sitting in my closet as an accessory or display - NOT WORTH MY HARD EARNED MONEY.

Chanel and Hermes would be nice to wear but I felt that they don't have much style that I can use. Most of the bags in their collection is purely a fashion accessory in my opinion. With me having two kids, being fashionable is the least of my worries. Although I admit, I would want to have at least a piece of these someday haha!

I also considered Balenciaga and Prada but wasn't too keen about their design. I also have read that quality-wise, Prada bags are not of the same quality as it was before for their new collections so my only option is to get one pre-loved.

When I started looking at Louis Vuitton, I figured that they offer a wide array of designs that suit my needs and taste. As I research more, I also found out that these were made to last years and quality is one of the things that LV is known for.

So then started my LV journey...

Being a noob (newbie), I opted to go for pre-loved items first to give it a test. Also knowing that I missed the Kusama NF years ago, I got so excited about trying to scout for one. I spend weeks of research understanding what to look for in an authentic LV as well as identifying reputable consigners of pre-loved or what most call pre-LVoed bags.

In a span of two weeks I got these babies..

Though it may seem like it is still Winter here in Minnesota, I can't wait for Spring! Since I consider Spring as a best season to put full makeup on and experiment with colors, I always make sure that I get the newest shades to add to my existing collection.


Urban Decay Oz The Great and Poweful - Glinda and Theodora Palettes

I featured these palettes in my previous post and I'd say Urban Decay never fail to create limited edition palettes that's worth buying. The new shades they introduced are wearable and yet colorful enough to let you be creative with your looks. I like the fact that the individual shadows can be replaced, making your palette dynamic and reusable. The shadows are similar to any UD shadows, they are pigmented and easily packs in your brush. The only thing I don't like about the liner is that I tend to have a lot of fallouts when applying them, so I recommend that you apply a good primer first.

The palette also comes with a high gloss lip color and their 24/7 eye liner which saves me another trip to Sephora to get a new eye liner. I have been using the Urban Decay 24/7 liner for about 4 years now and so far it is the best liner that I've used. It's very creamy, making it easy to apply and blend which I recommend if you are tight lining. Also, it is very pigmented making your eyes pop and stand out without having to apply multiple layers of liner and shadow.

These palettes retail for $49 each and can be both from UrbanDecay.com or Sephora.

Calvin Klein CK One Quad and Lipstick

Honestly, I never knew that there is a CK One makeup line until I visited an Ulta store to browse some makeup that I can buy. What caught my attention is the nice packaging - you know I am a sucker for aesthetics :) I got 2 quads - disco and denim, since these are the colors that I would normally wear in my everyday makeup. They also just released the Street Limited Edition eyeshadow quad, but as much as I love collecting limited edition makeup, I figured I won't be using the shades that were included.

I am also looking for a lipstick to replace my Paul & Joe lipstick that I have been wearing almost everyday and finally found a similar shade, from the CK One collection. I got Dollface shade and it was really close to what I am currently using. The only difference that I noticed is that it is more saturated compared to the P&J one but still look close to my lip color. It is perfect for Spring anyway since this season is about colors! :)

I've yet to try their foundation and see if it would match the MAC studio fix foundation that I couldn't replace for anything else :)

The quad palettes retail for $28 each and the lipstick retails for $16.



MAC comes up with another character based limited edition collection and this time they chose Archie Comics' Betty and Veronica as an inspiration. I was a fan of Archie when I was younger and seeing it in my favorite makeup brand is enough to drive me nuts! :) I was only able to purchase the 2 quads - Spoiled Rich and Caramel Sundae since I was too late for the travel brush kit. I usually get eyeshadows when purchasing from a limited edition collection since these last for years compared to cream-based and liquid products.


These palettes retail for $44 and you get the same pigmentation of the MAC eyeshadow :)

Smashbox Love Me Palettes

The last item in my haul is the Smashbox Love Me eyeshadow palettes. These eyeshadows are etched with Curtis Kulig's iconic Love Me logo. These come in Admire me and Entice me, each featuring 5 blendable colors.


Each palette retails for $34 dollars, available in Sephora and Ulta.

I've yet to try out all the palettes I bought and come up with new looks for Spring but these are just enough to keep me busy throughout the season! :)

I got a Swarovski crystal ring in Scarlet from Chunky Bling for review this week and I am so excited to share it with you ladies! I've worn it several times this week so I had enough time try and test it to provide a feedback for this product.



- The Swarovski ring is made of stretchable cord which makes it flexible and comfortable to wear. It can fit up to two sizes. Since this is made of a durable stretch cord this have a tendency to get a little loose over time so I suggest that you get one size lower than your actual ring size.

*I am not affiliated with Chunky Bling and the product was sent to me for free.

So the temperature is going down which tells me it's time to shop for fall :D Apparently it isn't as easy as I thought since I found these great stuff which, if I buy all of them I would be broke for another month. *sigh* So damn hard to be a girl, would you agree?

So here are some of the great stuff I found online which you might also find interesting and probably would consider buying. :)

Shoes - I am a big sucker for shoes.. I rather go out on a tacky dress, messy hair and no makeup as long as I am wearing bad ass shoes nobody can ever find :D So here are my top picks for fall.


Ratkovich - These 5-inch heel booties are on clearance in ALDO which is now only $60 (from original price of $120). What I like about this is its unique style. Also available in dark brown but I feel that black gives more classy look. I see myself wearing this with a pencil cut skirt or skinny jeans.



Hoganson - The faux-fur on these glamorous high heel booties really caught my attention. I honestly don't know why I like these so much but there is just something about its design that makes me want to wear it. It is a new Aldo collection sold for $100.








Make-up - I honestly thought that coming to US would make me splurge on makeup. WRONG! For some reason I never got too excited about seeing so many products to choose from. It's either I got so overwhelmed or just figured out what I need and not. However when I saw the new Urban Decay Book of Shadows IV, I can never resist a limited edition makeup right?

The new BOS IV is the first to have a portable speaker with it and how to videos that you can view from your phone. How cool is that? :D On top of the lovely packaging, it includes 16 shadows, waterproof liquid eyeliner, eye primer potion, and a travel size mascara.









Another limited edition from Urban Decay that I have been eyeing was the limited edition lipstick cap which is sold for 15 dollars and comes for free if you buy a lipstick. So I found this really nice shade of lipstick that would look really great to complete your fall look. The Jailbait has a nude shade which gives you natural look without the dullness. Fall is about looking flawless and natural. :)

Lingerie - Lately I have been obsessed with the Victoria Secret collection hahaha. OK don't ask me why I just feel that you have to look good inside and out, and that includes a great pair of underwear :D They released a new collection, Unforgettable.

 The cheekinies are sold for $11.50 to $12.50 but you can get them for 3 for $30. These have a very feminine feel and I think that anyone wearing this would feel very sexy :) These come with a matching demi brassiere which is sold for $45-$55.
This particular print is my favorite. I prefer wearing nude colors since nudes are great to wear with white and light colored fabric. Not sure if you can see the details but this specific design have small beads so I find it unusual.. and anything unusual to me is appealing :D








So there goes the stuff that I have been thinking about getting. I am not sure which to get first or if I should get them at all. What do you guys think?

I've heard so much about this new jewelry line and made me curious since so many people rave about it. So I went to jewelmint.com to get my free style profile. The brand is a collaboration between celebrity stylist/designer, Cher Coulter, and actress/fashionista, Kate Bosworth.

The site basically lets you answer questions for them to know your personal style and be able to suggest pieces that would best fit your taste. The site is a membership type where you sign up and pay $29.99/month and you get a new piece of jewelry. Each month they will give you a personalized selection where you can select a jewelry for the month. The good thing about this is that you can skip a month and you will not be charged if you didn't like any of the jewelries selected for you.

I am very fond of unique pieces and always looking for items that are hard to find and uncommon. Their jewelries are very limited in number so it was perfect for me. Also, the design selections are pretty accurate.

My first purchase is the Charleston Earrings, an Art Deco inspired antique silver dangling earrings with multifaceted amethyst and pave set hematite stones. I was so excited to get them today ^_^ (sorry for the low quality photos)

Unfortunately, to those who might be wanting to purchase the same earrings, these are already sold out. The pieces are very limited and they are handcrafted so you really know that you are getting really unique pieces :) What I like about these kind of jewelries is that it doesn't depreciate since they are not so common. It looks expensive and elegant so you can wear it even in formal occasions.

Another great thing about their site is that they give you suggestions on which type of outfit it would really look good or stand out so it gives you an instant style guide.

Here some of my favorites that I bought from the site.



They ship for free tho it is unfortunate that they only ship to US, Hawaii and Alaska.

♥ Miyo