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source: Google For the second time around, Colourpop cosmetics will be releasing it's collaboration with Hello Kitty, but in this collection it includes other Sanrio characters (Little Twin Stars and My Melody). When I have learned about this I got so excited.  Being a Colourpop fan and Hello Kitty/Sanrio of course this made me so giddy.   source: Google The collection was released last December 4 but unfortunately they can't deliver to the Philippines because of license restrictions.  It's sad because I was so excited to purchase some items in this collaboration.  I often purchase Colourpop cosmetics online via their website, that is why I am expecting that I will be able to buy this collection because I missed their previous Hello Kitty collaboration. The Hello Kitty and Friends x Colourpop Collection 2020 consists of the following: Snow Much Fun Palette $16.00  Mini Glitterally Obsessed Quad $20.00 Lux Gloss Kit $27.00 Snowkissed Lip Care Kit $20.00 Pres...

source: Google One of the collaborations I have been waiting for.  This collaboration of Starbucks x Kate Spade was released yesterday December 1, but it was already sold out when I arrived at the nearest Starbucks (from home).  The baristas told me that as early as 7 there are people lining up and waiting for the store to open.  Yes, I admit I am a bit late in learning about this collaboration and second I don't have work that day because it's holiday in the place where I work (so I was too lazy to get up early).   The collection was also available in their official store in Lazada but it's sold out also. :(   source: Google This Collaboration will be available in Asia Pacific countries and features Kate Spade's iconic dots, stripes, cityscapes and curious cats.  Merchandise consists of Stainless steel mug, Stainless steel water bottle, double wall mug, ceramic mug, notebook, small pouch and a tote bag.  source: Starbucks Philippines But onl...

Finally got my hands on this!  The 2021 Starbucks planner in Yellow - the Teavana Youthberry.  The planner is inspired by tea traditions and rituals from many cultures according to Starbucks Philippines.  It's hardcover is covered with yellow PU leather with embossed iconic siren tail in gold.  I really love the planner - it' color and the embossed gold design.  But I hope next time it SB planner will come with a pen again. Here are some of the photos of my Starbucks 2021 planner journey I shared on my Instagram account. I really wanted to collect them all again... I just hope I can do it again... I will share what I will get next. xo, Chiq♥

It's really hard to think of things to share lately, especially during these times when we are not supposed to go out (too much).  I do go out just for work or do some errands, I am still afraid to go malling or go out of town because as we all know "Covid" is still there.  I have an uncle who died few months ago because of Covid that is why we are more paranoid and afraid of going out.  At the same time both of my parents are senior citizens and I live with them.   Covid really changed every thing... as they say we are living in the "new normal" with face masks and face shields.  Though normally I have my sanitizers with me (even before) but now I think I sanitize my hands every 15 minutes or every time I touched something.  As I have told my friends, it's normal to be "maarte" or a little over the top now in terms of health, safety and cleanliness during this time. Mochi at 3 months Anyway, last month we welcomed a new member in our family - Moch...

source: starbucks philippines It's the time of the year again.  And time to collect my little piece of happiness... The Starbucks 2021 Planner together with the Christmas goodies and merchs will be out on SB stores starting November 3, 2020.   I am very excited with the planners of course (collector here from 2007) and with the returning all time fave Christmas / Holiday drink - Peppermint Mocha.  I know we are facing a pandemic... but at least this is one of the things that we can look forward to and make us smile. Follow my Instagram @hellokittychiq to see my planner journey... :)  xo, Chiq♥

source: cucucovers.com So what are card skins? That was also my question also when I came across Cucu Covers card skins.  Card skin is an adhesive you put on to your bank card, beep card, metro pass or any other card - to customize it!  Giving your card it's own personality.  How cool is that?  No more boring cards on your wallet.  What is more exciting about about this card skin is that they have Sanrio designs - Hello Kitty in particular. (*wink) They also have wide range of designs that could fit your personality.  You can also customize your own card skin. :) Card skins are available in 3 variations: ♥ Full cover - $8.00 each source: cucucovers.com ♥ Full cover with window - $8.00 each source: cucucovers.com ♥ Half cover - $6.00 each source: cucucovers.com These card skins are also available in no chip, large (round/square) chip and small (rectangle chip) source: cucucovers.com They also offer bundles at the moment if plan to buy more that one card skin...

Do we really have to wear sunscreen?   Source: Google.com According to my cousin who is a dermatologist - Yes!   Aside from the harmful sun rays, the blue light from our mobile phones, tablets, laptops and desktop computers have shown to be the cause of pigmentation and aging.  Don't get me wrong -  sun rays is good for the body its the best natural source of Vitamin D, but we have to protect our skin which is the largest organ in our body. Actually even before my cousin told me this, I am already using moisturizer and foundation with high SPF (Sun Protection Factor) since I use the computer more than 8 hours a day because of work and of course mobile phone because of my online boutique. She also told me that even if I am just at home it is very important to apply sunscreen. We should really start early in protecting our skin especially our face.  When I turned 30 I started using Pond's age miracle day and night cream and facial wash - better to start ...