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Bag Talk: Mystic or GV3?
Let’s ignore the apocalyptic crap for a moment and talk about bags, shall we? I will definitely be abstaining from getting a designer bag this year because, hello, baby number 2, but! I can’t seem to get Givenchy bags off my mind, specifically the GV3 and the Mystic bag. Mystic GV3 When worn: I mean,… Continue reading
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Pregnancy Journey: Every Pregnancy is Different, Indeed
Hey, hey! Yes, it’s been too long! I’ve been hella busy the past few weeks, juggling business and work. Now on my second pregnancy, I feel tired all the damn time too. But unlike the first time, I am not as thorough when it comes to observing the progress of this pregnancy. Most likely because… Continue reading
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2019: The Year in Review
*It’s that time of the year when I round up all the wonderful, wonderful events of the year past and cram ‘em into a single post. Personally, 2019 was over in just a blink, do you feel the same way? This year was pretty chill as far as my personal life goes but professionally, good… Continue reading
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Pregnancy Journey: Here We Go Again!
It’s funny how we were planning to have another baby later this year or early next year only to find out days later that I was already 1 month along, hahaha! So without even trying, we’ll be expecting a sibling for Damien sometime in September 2020. I suspected that I was pregnant about two weeks… Continue reading
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Review: DR. Ci Labo Labo Super-Keana Lotion [You NEED This in Your Life]
Hey guys, I’m back doing beauty reviews! Apart from having my hands full, I stopped using makeup after giving birth. I don’t feel my best most days and was not motivated to beat this face any further. But I’ve slowly dropped the extra weight and started feeling like my old self again. No, I haven’t… Continue reading
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Responding to Restaurant Reviews: Dos and Don’ts to Remember
Customer reviews, regardless if they are positive or negative, can either attract or put off customers. That’s why as a restaurant owner, it’s so important to handle every feedback with grace. This goes especially for negative reviews; you want to handle the response in a professional, polite, albeit sympathetic manner. It’s hard but it will… Continue reading
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Review: Weekend At Clark Marriott Hotel (Elegant Interiors, Bad Customer Service)
[This review has been recently updated] Last weekend, the husband and I celebrated our 3rd year anniversary. Initially, we wanted to go to the beach but Damien is still too small to travel so we had to celebrate nearby. We didn’t really want to go on a 3-hour drive to Manila for the celebration so… Continue reading
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What the Heck is a Beauty Fridge (and Why You NEED One Right Now)
Let’s talk about something totally frivolous but surprisingly useful: a beauty fridge. Also known as a cosmetics fridge, a kikay fridge, a car fridge, or a skincare fridge, a beauty fridge is exactly that: it’s a small fridge for your skincare products. My dwindling passion for self-care was all fired up once again after trying… Continue reading
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Reveal and Review: The Balenciaga Bazar Shopper
As promised, here is a review of the Balenciaga Bazar Shopper. I’ve been wearing the bag frequently and I am enjoying the experience. The Bag: Balenciaga Bazar Shopper XS The Balenciaga Bazar Shopper tote was launched in 2016 for the house’s Fall/Winter collection and it certainly perplexed fashionistas because of the inspiration behind the design:… Continue reading
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AuthenticBags4Sale: My Experience Ordering from a Personal Shopper
Well that didn’t take long, did it? I mentioned a blog ago that the next bag on my list is the Balenciaga Bazar Shopping Tote in XS. I had a particular colorway in mind but sadly, it’s no longer available anywhere. I wasn’t *actively* searching for the bag but one of the online sellers that… Continue reading
About Me
Hello, and welcome to my new website. I’m Tina, please feel free to look around. I’m a writer and editor with over 10 years of experience. Apart from writing, I’m into collecting bags, books and skincare/makeup products. Hobbies include gardening, writing (of course!), and playing with my sons. Check out my credentials here.
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