Ah, wedding.

Eventhough I have a devastating decision of calling off my "dream wedding" more than 2 months before the big day, I can't still let go of weddings. I still imagine myself someday as a happy bride, beautifully walking down the aisle in my father's arm while my prince charming is waiting for me at the altar. **sigh!. And in fact, I already have a clear visions in mind for what I want in my next wedding. Hmmm.. I wonder when will it be? But I believe and trust that God has already picked the right man for me whom I'll be spending my weirdness and lifetime with. (^_^)

Sooooo..for my next wedding, I want a charcoal gray motif with touches of white, royal blue, blush and crystals. But ofcourse, I'm still open to changes just in case future hubby has a better idea. hehehe~~

My bridesmaid's will wear a charcoal gray chiffon long dresses just like these ;)

I love the color-cobination of this bouquet. I'm not familiar with flowers but I want a similar bouquet for my wedding.

I also dream of having a beach wedding... whoa.. what a romantic set-up!

 or a nostalgic garden wedding full of wonderful combination of white and blue flowers+crystals...

Reception ideas..

And for my wedding gown, I want a traditional gown with a floor length veil just like Kristine Hermosa and Kyla's beautiful wedding gowns. No longer a mermaid cut dress that I wanted before as I realized that it is only on your wedding day/red carpet/Sagala that you can pull-off a ball gown white dress, right? =D

Again, Im saving these pictures for inspiration so when that time comes, I'll just have to revisit this post again... Goodnight everyone! =D

Always,

Rica ♡

Best drugstore make-up products

An fb friend [who i dont know personally] messaged and confessed that she added me because she wanted to know how I did my make-up in my current Fb profile picture [below] and what drugstore make-up that I can recommend her as a beginner ;) .. Yay! I feel like a make-up guru! lewls ~~ but isn't it so heart warming to receive such a nice compliment from a total stranger and now I considered a friend? (^_^) ♥

... so I thought maybe I'll share it to my personal blog. This is what I loved about blogging because I can share to the world every random, crazy things that's coming out of my head. ;)

First off, this photo was taken during my 21st birthday celebration [2 months ago]. This look is actually like my everyday look. But because it's my birthday, i decided to put some fake lashes on to define my eyes -- but I loved people didnt even notice that I was wearing one. They looked so natural. I'm using Elise's False lashes in Natural N4312. You can find that in any Watson's store. But on a regular basis, I always apply mascara to my lashes. I personally think that Mascara is a must in every girl's make up kit because it'll instantly make your eyes look bigger and brighter. What's not to love about fluttery eyelashes? 

This is actually a snap shot. Pls do excuse my broken nail. hihi ;)

For mascara, I used the Maybelline Hyper Curl Volum Express. The best thing about this mascara is that its very cheap but in a very good quality. I find that it thicken my lashes without clumping.

For Liquid Foundation, I used my ever favorite drugstore foundation Revlon Photoready. Im using the 004 Nude Shade that blends to my natural color perfectly. It gives me a great coverage and it also doesnt create a dewy look on my skin.  =D

For my eyebrows, I prefer using eyebrow pencil than the brow powder because it stays longer [in my opinion]. I used the local brand Ever Bilena Gold eyebrow pencil in brown that has been part of my make-up routine for years. I liked that its shade compliments my hair color  & the application is also very easy.

For liquid eyeliner, one good but very cheap liquid eyeliner that I highly recommend is the Nichido Liquid eye liner. What I love about this product is the thin brush applicator that allows me to draw to my eyelid easily and it also doesnt smudge and stays for more than 10 hours. Plus it does not stink compared to other liquid liners that I have tried before.

Also, to make my tired eyes look brighter, I put white eyeshadow on my water-line. I used DreamGirl 4u2 =D

**that's all. ^_^

Anyway, here are some of my favorite photos of me wearing make-up that I did myself. ^_^

Got to go to bed. Sweet dreams. xxx

Always,

Rica ♡

Dream Closet and Vanity Make-Up Table

Since I was a little girl, I've been drooling over celebrities' glamorous walk-in closets for so long that I even keep a design in mind how my dream closet would look like. And when I finally have the means to make all my dreams a reality, I want a room-sized master walk-in closet full of drawers and compartments as fabulous & glamorous as these. =D

I love a clean looking closet like this that screams neatness and sleek! 

You'll surely feel like Imelda Marcos with this white shoe-cabinet with LED lighting.  A great way to show off how fab your shoes are!!

His and Her

A hollywood glamour-inspired walk in closet!

Also, I've been always dreaming of having a own little glam spot like this where I can feel beautiful and feminine applying make-up, doing hair & painting nails-- you know, all the girly stuff we love to do! 

Eeeiisshh! I badly want this white vanity make-up table and the vintage mirror & white chair,too!

A drawer that has several dividers to keep ur beauty stuff organized. 

Im saving these pictures for inspiration. Meanwhile, here's my simple & old vanity make up table that my sister and I are sharing and my closet? naahhh. Never mind! I know its way, way far from my dream white vanity make up table but I know in God's time and with my strong determination to make my dream come to pass, I know that I'll have all these someday! [yeah that's the spirit!]

The pink container under holds my nail polishes and accessories.

Trying to keep our stuff organized!

Have a great week ahead loves!

Always, 

Rica ♡

How I comfort myself during stress/depressions

 I honestly have been battling with being depressed since the start of this year. And for those who know me you already know why. And even though I had overcome it, I cant still say that I am completely okay. I've learned that the healing process doesnt happen overnight. It takes a lot of time and patience to finally mend a broken heart. So its okay not to be okay some time. But I am proud of myself that I survived and doing quite well dealing with it. So i thought of sharing with you my simple ways of how I comfort and deal with my depressions and though I know that every person has varied ways of coping up, I hope this post would be an inspiration  to help you find your own techniques to comfort yourself. ;)




1. Playing with Calix.

Calix is my number one stress-reliever. He is usually hyper active but when I'm sad, upset or worried, he can sense that. He would come to me very calmly by licking my hand or laying down beside me.  And oh, believe it or not, Calix can also sing very well! He can sing Sitdown You're rocking the boat, Hello, The Alphabet song, Oh Mcdonalds, Inchy winchy spider, Tinky Winky & Upin and Ipin themed songs. ^^ ---- And just by simply looking at him singing brightens up my day because he's just too cute and adorable. I sooo love Calix ;P

2. Karaoke.

I love to sing and  that is what I always do when I'm feeling blue or just alone at home. For me, karaoke is a great way to relax our mind & to relish stress for a while XD You can tell im sad if I'm singing Superwoman by Karyn White and I Will Survive (Hush Hush) by PSD. lol


3. Ice Creams

I have a trouble eating when Im depressed, especially during the past few months [after my relationship break-up] I've lost so much weight. I dont know but whenever Im sad I'd like to eat ice cream ;) It's my number one comfort food. The specific ice cream flavors that I like to eat are mocha, cookies and cream, vanilla & caramel sundae of Mcdonals. hahaha. Geezz.. my mouth is literally salivating at the moment just by thinking about it.  I want an ice cream!!!!!!

4. Shopping

I bet most women are guilty of this.. am I right, girls? ;) It makes me happy when I get to buy or treat myself with something nice like buying a new pair of shoes or just by simply getting a manicure & pedicure. But now I feel more depressed because i dont have money, how can I shop? lol. ;)

5.  Rain

I love it when it rains! Something bout the rain is very soothing to me. And yes, the sound of it is also very calming. ;)

6. Taking a long, hot shower.

My mom taught me this. She says that whenever I feel lazy, unmotivated and upset, taking a long, hot shower will instantly change your mood--and she's right. It helps me feel refreshed, clean and revived!





7.Watching Korean dramas

I am in love with Korean dramas! When I sometimes tend to over-think, I just focus myself to other things like watching K-dramas and I'm okay. Myyyy how can someone stay stressed by looking at handsome korean actors like Lee Min Ho, Hyun Bin, Kang Min HYuk, Ji Sung & Yoo Seung Ho? =D

8. Writing.

I always express myself through writing [even blogging] no matter what mood I am in. When Im feeling a little sad or tired, I write my feelings down in a piece of paper and tear them apart after. For me, writing is a great way to burst out your true feelings and emotions.

9. Walking

I like taking a short walk alone around the neighborhood with a music headphone on. The fresh air rejuvenates and relaxes me. It clears up my mind and helps me stay focus. When I'm walking, I like the instrumental song "Creating Love" by 4 minutes being played in my iphone. I dont know but there's something about that song that cheers me up. (^_^)



10. I tak to HIM.

 If there is something good happened [from all of this] apart from learning how to love myself more, I also built a good relationship with God. I had incredibly experienced God's comfort & healing during my darkest days and since then I always talk to God anytime, in any place and about anything.
I discovered that praying and meditating is not just a bedtime rituals but It'll transform your life supernaturally.







That's all for now. Have a good night loves! xxxx

Always,

Rica ♡