![The Style Mermaid by Kisty Mea • Primary Colors
…or Bandila ng Pilipinas. You Decide.
A quick snap of what I wore last week. I recently got a peter pan collar dress from OASAP but it was too big for me, so I turned it into a top instead and matched it with my red skirt to achieve that preppy look. I thought it would be pretty quirky if I wear my mustard shoes. Hehehe. [[MORE]]
Anyway, since my boyfriend and I will be celebrating our fourth anniversary this weekend (in Boracay! <3), I couldn’t help but stress out about what to give to him. My boyfriend is a wonderful musician and I want him to be successful in this career, especially now that his band is getting gigs left and right. I’m thinking of giving a different instrument though, in hopes that it will broaden his musical skills and knowledge further. Do you know where I can buy the best mandolin in town? I figured a mandolin is a great gift because he plays the guitar, so it’s something he can easily learn how to use.](http://25.media.tumblr.com/553c311dbef769c738cf56c309aeb2eb/tumblr_mjap6oxZDT1qzpdhzo1_r2_1280.gif)
…or Bandila ng Pilipinas. You Decide.
A quick snap of what I wore last week. I recently got a peter pan collar dress from OASAP but it was too big for me, so I turned it into a top instead and matched it with my red skirt to achieve that preppy look. I thought it would be pretty quirky if I wear my mustard shoes. Hehehe.
I was approached by photography student, Angelique Onate, from DLS-Lipa if I can publish and critique her work. I personally think fashion photography is not yet my strong suit yet but I’m flattered that she finds me influential for that chosen field.
Moving on to the critique. The first thing I noticed was the lighting. I think she took these photos in the afternoon where the sunlight is the harshest. Photos, especially for portraiture, tends to be unflattering for the model. Although they did try to take photos under the shade, the tone was still harsh. Other than that, I’d say the photos are okay.
Now, since Angelique’s chosen field is fashion photography, I’m encouraging her to be more daring and creative with the poses of the model and concepts of her shoots. I think that’s what makes fashion photography different and challenging.
Angelique’s model is Sharmaine Maloles, a CSB student taking up Multimedia Arts. She’s wearing a corset from Candie’s, a skirt from Cotton On and shoes from Schu.
![The Style Mermaid by Kisty Mea • MAC Freckletone
MAC Freckletone is a lustre-finish peachy nude. To be honest, I was really hesitant about buying this because the last thing I want was to look even paler. But after a couple of tests, I’ve decided to include it in my Sephora Haul and here’s a reason why: [[MORE]]
This lipstick gives me that peachy orange and/or brown undertones during the first few minutes of application. It was a meh shade but after a while, it becomes a mix of this peachy/pink/nude shade. I instantly went gaga over it.
I’d say it’s a really neat nude color but I personally think it will look even better when combined with lip liner of a darker shade. I don’t use lip liners though, I just tried the tester products in MAC stores. I’m no beauty expert but I think the Freckletone is one of those shades you “must-have” in your lipstick collection. Of course, for the budget conscious, you should check out Rimmel Nude Delight and this NYX Lipstick as dupes.
Face of the Post:
This is me with my not-very-blonde-blue-red-or-purple messy hair + MAC Freckletone on my lips. My natural curls has a life of its own, so please excuse them.](http://24.media.tumblr.com/fd7bc379774721c178f5d52dccddf390/tumblr_mj1n8umYs71qzpdhzo2_r1_1280.gif)
MAC Freckletone is a lustre-finish peachy nude. To be honest, I was really hesitant about buying this because the last thing I want was to look even paler. But after a couple of tests, I’ve decided to include it in my Sephora Haul and here’s a reason why:
