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The Style Mermaid by Kisty Mea • Meet The Tastemakers Everyone, I’d like to introduce to you this wonderful online shop called Taste Central, a retail partner of the famous deal sites, Deal Grocer. The people behind Taste Central describes themselves as a happy, people-pleasing bunch who are obsessed of one thing: Good taste. They’re tastemakers. What I like about their aim is that they don’t just simply upload products and expect them to sell (Trust me, I know some online stores whose only aim is to make money… I find those really so annoying). The team behind Taste Central are very meticulous. They make sure everything, from the web experience to the details of the products that they are selling, will be presentable and beautiful.   Their website is very easy to use and, quite frankly, pleasing to the eyes. I had a lovely time browsing their website because all of products were all beautifully taken, clear and detailed. I had a hard time choosing which one I should buy first. Here are some of the items I loved:  As yoou can see, they’re all pretty but the item I loved the most was Heima’s Have Love, Will Travel wall art (first photo above) in teal. There’s so much to rave about Taste Central, ok. But I think the best is the fact that most of the items in their catalog are 20-30% off! So, if you purchase the wall art directly from Heima Store, it will cost you PHP5,900 (USD144). But Taste Central is selling it for PHP 4,720 + PHP 100 delivery/shipping fee! I was able to save at least a PHP 1000, and we all know that a thousand bucks can go a long way. ;) Convenient and cheaper, without sacrificing good taste!  That sounds fantastic, how do I join? Joining Taste Central is easy peasy. All you need to do is visit Taste Central, click the Become A Member button on top and enter your details. You can also use Facebook and your DealGrocer account for a faster account set-up. It’s free, and if you invite your friends, you can even earn credits worth PHP 500!  By the way, Mother’s Day is coming. Do you have any idea on what to give to your mother? Check out their Mother’s Day Collection here. Note: The item I purchased is semi-sponsored.

Meet The Tastemakers

Everyone, I’d like to introduce to you this wonderful online shop called Taste Central, a retail partner of the famous deal sites, Deal Grocer. The people behind Taste Central describes themselves as a happy, people-pleasing bunch who are obsessed of one thing: Good taste. They’re tastemakers.

What I like about their aim is that they don’t just simply upload products and expect them to sell (Trust me, I know some online stores whose only aim is to make money… I find those really so annoying). The team behind Taste Central are very meticulous. They make sure everything, from the web experience to the details of the products that they are selling, will be presentable and beautiful.  

Their website is very easy to use and, quite frankly, pleasing to the eyes. I had a lovely time browsing their website because all of products were all beautifully taken, clear and detailed. I had a hard time choosing which one I should buy first. Here are some of the items I loved: 

Taste Central Wishlist

As yoou can see, they’re all pretty but the item I loved the most was Heima’s Have Love, Will Travel wall art (first photo above) in teal.

There’s so much to rave about Taste Central, ok. But I think the best is the fact that most of the items in their catalog are 20-30% off! So, if you purchase the wall art directly from Heima Store, it will cost you PHP5,900 (USD144). But Taste Central is selling it for PHP 4,720 + PHP 100 delivery/shipping fee! I was able to save at least a PHP 1000, and we all know that a thousand bucks can go a long way. ;) Convenient and cheaper, without sacrificing good taste! 

That sounds fantastic, how do I join? Joining Taste Central is easy peasy. All you need to do is visit Taste Central, click the Become A Member button on top and enter your details. You can also use Facebook and your DealGrocer account for a faster account set-up. It’s free, and if you invite your friends, you can even earn credits worth PHP 500! 

By the way, Mother’s Day is coming. Do you have any idea on what to give to your mother? Check out their Mother’s Day Collection here.

Note: The item I purchased is semi-sponsored.

The Style Mermaid by Kisty Mea • Bellabox March 2013 03/05/2013 Update: I have so many things to blog about, including the recent Big Blog Exchange contest + live draw, but there a number of pressing matters that I need to fix first. I don’t think I’ll be able to relax or think straight until the end of next week. Figured I’ll just share some of the entries that’s I’ve been meaning to post but couldn’t find the right time to do so (I am so OC when it comes to post scheduling).  Last November, I made a Vanity Trove review, a subscription box here in Singapore. And because I’m not a beauty hoarder, it took me a couple of months to finally consume the samples they given me. Now that’s done, I figured I can try the other subscription boxes in the country. Bellabox is worth $19.95 and it’s cheaper than Vanity Trove’s $25/month. You’ll receive 5 beauty samples, strictly 5 samples only.The box is small but pretty, which I love because it’s just right for my make-up. [[MORE]] Anyway, these are the products they sent out last March. I was more disappointed than amazed with the samples though. I’ve realized that I’m already happy with my beauty regimen. I don’t really need more gunk on my face (But I still want a bottle of Ujene’s serum).  Anyway, most of these products were the beauty goodies I’m going to give to my Instax Winner and newfound online friend (I usually end up being friends with my winners YAY), Aia.  1. Lemongrass House Shower Gel - This product, according to the leaflet attached to the box, is back by popular demand. It’s an all natural, eco-friendly massage oil that provides a luxurious out of body experience with gorgeous scenes that stimulates the senses. I’ve tried this product twice after shower and… it’s alright.  2. Wonderstruck Enchanted by Taylor Swift  - This smells like wild berries and all that possible scent that you can associate with Taylor Swift. It smells nice but it’s not “me”. I’m not a big fan of fragrances and perfumes, I like my own scent. I’m pertaining to that scent that you can only associate to me alone. 3. Dr. CI: Labo Super Washing Foam Ex - What a weird name, lol. But this special cleanser, according to the leaflet again, is not like any other foam products you’ve used. The thick lather acts as cushion that protectsskin and an absorption agent that takes in dirt, oil, and dead skin, carrying it away as its rinsed off. Although it’s a Japanese Brand, I wasn’t really interested in trying it out. I swear by Celeteque.  4. Dr. CI: Labo Aqua-Collagen-Gel Super Moist Ex - I’m addicted to moisturizers. I applied it on a my hand, just used a small amount, and after 12 hours or so, I’ve noticed the applied portion is smoother and softer. I have no idea if this is non-comodogenic, so I might just continue using this for my hands. Hehe.  5. Mox Botanicals Lip Balm - According to Bellabox, this is a cult favorite among their members. The packaging does look nice and it’s really tempting to use, but I’ve been under plain ol’ petroleum jelly since high school. 

Bellabox March 2013

03/05/2013 Update: I have so many things to blog about, including the recent Big Blog Exchange contest + live draw, but there a number of pressing matters that I need to fix first. I don’t think I’ll be able to relax or think straight until the end of next week. Figured I’ll just share some of the entries that’s I’ve been meaning to post but couldn’t find the right time to do so (I am so OC when it comes to post scheduling). 

Last November, I made a Vanity Trove review, a subscription box here in Singapore. And because I’m not a beauty hoarder, it took me a couple of months to finally consume the samples they given me. Now that’s done, I figured I can try the other subscription boxes in the country.

Bellabox is worth $19.95 and it’s cheaper than Vanity Trove’s $25/month. You’ll receive 5 beauty samples, strictly 5 samples only.The box is small but pretty, which I love because it’s just right for my make-up.

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