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“I’m not crazy, my reality is just different from yours.” – The Cheshire Cat But I’m kinda going bonkers here. Look what just arrived in the mail! The perfect ‘unbirthday’ present from Urban Decay! Haha! The Disney geek in me is freaking out! This season, Urban Decay transports us back to Wonderland with their latest Alice In Wonderland Collection, inspired by none other than Disney’s new fantasy adventure Alice Through the Looking Glass, hitting theaters May 27th! Their last collaboration, The Book of Shadows eyeshadow palette culminated with phenomenal success, almost breaking the internet with their whimsical take on the fairytale looks. The UD team is back with a vengeance, expanding their offerings with five new limited edition lipsticks and 20 brand new shades, arranged in columns by character in an intricately designed, collectible palette. The beautiful mix of subtle and loud, poppy colors is going to open your imagination and challenge your inner makeup artist. I regretfully missed their original Alice palette so this new line certainly made up for it.  I’m pretty sure they are gonna fly off the shelves faster than you can say ” Off with their heads”! Haha! Now scroll down for your first peek at the new Urban Decay Alice Through the Looking Glass Collection! [df_divider el_width=”100″ style=”solid” accent_color=”#EEEEEE” border_t_width=”2px” padding=”20px 0″ position=”align_center” el_class=””] Urban Decay Alice Through the Looking Glass Eyeshadow Palette The palette features an interesting kaleidoscopic interpretation of flowers and butterflies, in keeping with the garden fantasy element of the fairytale. Occasionally, you may also spot your favorite quotes from the film in the palette such as these ones below! “We’re all mad here.” When you lift the lid and open up these little doors, a three-dimensional butterfly springs up! Oh gosh! Is that the Blue Catepillar from the fairytale? “Who…. R…. U…?” Sorry, I can’t resist. 😛 Pull the handle and and it’ll reveal this little drawer of treasures. Psst! They are arranged by character in columns from left to right: Alice, Mad Hatter, Mirana, Iracebeth and Time. The previous Book Of Shadows palette came packaged with a mini vial of the brand’s iconic Primer Potion and two mini eye pencils. This new Alice Through the Looking Glass palette replaced them with four new shades and a double-ended brush instead. I’m happy with this new combination since the pigment of the eyeshadows already seem very potent so I don’t really need a primer to bring out the hue. This collection features UD’s Pigment Infusion System, that gives every shade a velvety texture, rich color and high staying power. Now let’s take a closer look at the eyeshadows! Alice Mad Hatter Mirama, The White Queen Iracebeth, The Red Queen Time (A peculiar creature who is part human, part clock) So what do you think? To help you complete the fairytale look, the collection also comes with five matching limited edition lipsticks, inspired by the key characters of the film. The lipstick variants took their cues from the enthralling characteristics of Alice, Mad Hatter, Mirana, Iracebeth and Time. Now let’s get up close with these gorgeous colors! Iracebeth You may have noticed the precipitation of fat globules on the lipstick bullet. It’s probably due to the steamy heat from our hot climate but don’t fret! The color remained vibrant and did not melt even as I swatched it on my arm. The Mad Hatter Lipstick also had some globule-like sightings but the application felt the same, it was smooth and easy to apply. I actually destroyed it slightly in my excitement to try out the lipstick quickly. Nonetheless, the color is still very pretty! Mad Hatter On first glide, the color didn’t seem as intense as Iracebeth’s, but it’s rather buildable. It starts off as a sheer tint of purple and gradually intensifies into a bright purple finish with repeated strokes. I actually prefer this formula as it allows me to wear a more subtle version of this shade for an edgier everyday look. Alice Time Mirana So what do you think of Urban Decay’s Alice 2.0 collection? Do you like the bold bursts of colors? Let me know by commenting below! *wink* [df_divider el_width=”100″ style=”solid” accent_color=”#EEEEEE” border_t_width=”2px” padding=”20px 0″ position=”align_center” el_class=””] To celebrate the launch of this Alice in Wonderland makeup sequel, Urban Decay held an uber cool launch party at Disneyland in total Wonderland style! Think Mad Hatter hats and tea party desserts! Since I missed out on all the fun, I decided to host my very own Mad Hatter Tea Party in my studio next week with the guests of honour, my Urban Decay Through the Looking Glass makeup collection! More #UDWonderland makeovers and editorials coming right up so please continue to watch this space! Talk about attention to detail! Urban Decay even included this unbelievably cool hard cover Lewis Carroll storybook with their press kit! The perfect magical addition to my Disney library. If you’ve a fervent desire for all things Disney and fairytale too, you’re gonna love everything about this new palette and lipstick range. The attention that went into the packaging is astounding and of course, the colours are also as fanciful as the Cheshire Cat’s mane. The Urban Decay Alice Through the Looking Glass Palette (USD $60) and Lipsticks (USD $18 each) will be available on May 1st 2016 online at Urban Decay and also at Sephora, Macy’s, Ulta, and Beauty.com. For more exclusive content on makeup, fashion or to receive the full gamut of privileges as I Love Bunny Belles, like my Facebook Page at fb.com/ilovebunnynet or follow me on my Instagram ( @ilovebunnynet )! Your friend, Juliana Disclaimer: Please rest assured that even though the products and services were sponsored, they do not have any bearing on the content of this post. Opinions stated are objective and genuine. Also note that all sources, information, content, links are valid to change at any time. #Disney #AliceInWonderland #beautyreview #UrbanDecay #SponsoredReview #UrbanDecayAliceThroughtheLookingGlass

“It’s always tea time!” If I had a world of my own, I would love to have tea everyday with the loveable Mad Hatter and March Hare! But who says I can’t realize my whimsical daydreams in the studio while at work? Hence, I officially declare that it’s  Alice in Wonderland Week  at Honeyz Paint House  this week! Haha! This week, I will be checking into Wonderland with my five limited-edition Urban Decay Alice Through the Looking Glass Lipsticks that are dedicated to the enthralling characteristics of Alice, Mad Hatter, Mirana (the White Queen), Iracebeth (the Red Queen) and Time, a peculiar creature who is part human, part clock. I kept my eye makeup to a bare minimum (no mascara or eyeliners, just good ol’ Lolita Lashes ) to draw attention to my fairytale lip colours. For this collection, Urban Decay explored all ends of the colour spectrum from sheer nude with a pink shift and bright red matte to gunmetal-navy with silver shimmer, these shades range from classic to edgy. Now let’s suit up and head down the rabbit hole with Urban Decay and I! From left to right: Mad Hatter, Time, Mirana, Iracebeth and Alice. Before we embark on our little beauty adventure, let me give you some good advice literally, listen to the sound of whimsy ‘In a World of My Own/Very Good Advice’ as we dive into the world of Alice and makeup wonder. Alice Mad Hatter Iracebeth (The Red Queen) Time (Mirana) The White Queen  Makeup and styling by me. Photography by Yong Thye of Honeyz Paint House and editing by me. If you’ve a fervent desire for all things Disney and fairytale too, you’re gonna love everything about this Alice In Wonderland line. The attention that went into the packaging is astounding and of course, the colours are also as fanciful as the Cheshire Cat’s mane. The lipsticks feel very moist and creamy and do not leave my lips feeling dry, not even the red matte one! I love the variety of finishes each shade produces. The finishes range from sheer, shimmery to matte. Of course, I’m also a huge fan of their rich and bold payout that gives the right amount of drama to the whole fairytale inspired look. I just checked with Sephora Singapore and they do not have any news of this new Disney collection yet. Don’t fret! You can still get your Alice Through The Looking Glass makeup fix through Urban Decay’s official website! The Urban Decay Alice Through the Looking Glass Palette (USD $60) and Lipsticks (USD $18 each) are now available online at Urban Decay and also at Sephora , Macy’s , Ulta , and Beauty.com . I hope you had a magical time exploring these new lip hues with me. Keep your eyes peeled for the third and final installment of my Urban Decay Alice Through the Looking Glass Series . For more exclusive content on makeup, fashion or to receive the full gamut of privileges as I Love Bunny Belles, like my Facebook Page at fb.com/ilovebunnynet or follow me on my Instagram ( @ilovebunnynet )! Your friend, Juliana Disclaimer: Please rest assured that even though the products and services were sponsored, they do not have any bearing on the content of this post. Opinions stated are objective and genuine. Also note that all sources, information, content, links are valid to change at any time. #Disney #AliceInWonderland #beautyreview #UrbanDecay #SponsoredReview #Alice #UrbanDecayAliceThroughtheLookingGlass

Why, sometimes I’ve believed as many as six impossible things before breakfast. – Alice And one of the ‘impossible things’ that has happened this year was being invited to the Alice Through The Looking Glass Movie Premiere! *happy dance* Never thought I’ll ever attend a Disney Movie Premiere – now I can finally cross this off my bucket list. 😛 And of course, I brought my Prince Charming (or Mad Hatter) to the screening too! An Alice In Wonderland event is never complete without a tea party. Guests were invited to a Mad Hatter themed tea reception where we got to savour delectable desserts and aromatic teas in cute Alice in Wonderland tea cups. The disney geek in us was reeling with excitement, I tell you! Just when we thought it couldn’t get any better – we spotted some cool beauty booths by Disney’s official event partners, Urban Decay and OPI and got to experience a mini makeover by their beauty wizards. Now we’re officially on cloud nine. Besides collaborating with these international beauty brands, Disney also supported our local artisans by partnering them on exclusive collections, inspired by the movie, Alice Through the Looking Glass. One such label was RÊVASSEUR . They actually left a deep impression on me during the  Fashion Steps Out Runway Show earlier this year with their circus themed styles. Guess what? They are back with another vivacious collection to rock the local fashion scene. And this time, they drew inspiration from none other than Alice In Wonderland! Scroll down to check out their latest Wonderland inspired pieces! Accessories are by local jeweller, Carrie K . Carrie K. and RÊVASSEUR for Alice Through the Looking Glass Check out those killer teapot shoes!!! I’ve recorded all these LIVE on my Facebook Page. Catch all the action at  facebook.com/ilovebunnynet . 🙂 And say hello to Gilda, Designer and Girl Boss of RÊVASSEUR! We were clearly exhilarated to meet the talented founder of RÊVASSEUR! Can’t miss the opportunity for a photo! Haha! Alice Through The Looking Glass Movie After the runway show, we were ushered to the IMAX theatre to catch the 3D version of the new Alice Through The Looking Glass movie. Yep. That was how big the screen was. B looks like he just ate an ‘EAT ME’ cookie from the fairytale. Haha! The screening opened with the new Beauty and the Beast teaser trailer which totally set the tone right in the fairytale direction. I’ve seen the trailer many times on my computer and TV, but watching it on the IMAX screen just brought it to a whole new level. I could feel goosebumps rising under my skin when the the opening number by Alan Menken was played. 😛 Th teaser was followed by a slew of Disney trailers for their upcoming movies – BFG, Pete’s Dragon, etc. I can tell you it was like a dream come true for our Disney-loving hearts. It was amazing to sit through a bunch of iconic Disney teasers, then watch one of their biggest movies this year. Alice Through The Looking Glass is definitely better than its predecessor, Alice In Wonderland. Besides the heightened CGI effects, we also got a meatier plot where we got to explore history and learn how the characters became who they were. Bobby prepared a spoiler free review for you guys so do head over to  http://www.maximumextreme.net  for a more comprehensive account of what we thought about the movie. 🙂 It was truly one hell of an experience. One more photo before I leave the premiere! Yay! You can never get enough Alice In Wonderland paraphernalia! Finally… Thank you Disney Singapore for your invite and these generous goodies! You’ve just made my day extra magical! Alice Through The Looking Glass will be out in theatres on 6 July. Meanwhile, for your very own Wonderland fix… Urban Decay  • OPI  •  RÊVASSEUR  •  Carrie K  • Essential Have fun and keep believing! Your friend, Juliana #AliceInWonderland #Disney #UrbanDecayAliceThroughtheLookingGlass

Does size really matter? Well, not if they come in ‘Minnie’ styles! Disney geeks rejoice! The long-standing jeweller, Poh Heng’s having a Disney party with their latest collection featuring the cute yet ever so stylish, Minnie Mouse! My love for Disney is no secret but do you know I’ve always been a huge fan of Poh Heng’s jewellery too? I got my first set of gold accessories from them! Like Poh Heng reiterates in their slogan – Nothing is quite as precious as trust. Indeed. Throughout the years, they’ve consistently ensured that their products and services stay on top, establishing an unwavering reputation for innovation and style. So naturally, I also entrusted them with my wedding jewellery! They just make 'gold' look so trendy! Little did I know, the best is yet to come. Poh Heng’s latest range combines the classic and the trendy by showcasing our favorite Minnie Mouse as a modern day Style Blogger. How clever! The designs feature Minnie’s fashion must-haves in the form of cute diamond yellow, white and rose gold pendants that are extremely versatile to suit any look. Think Minnie phone, signature bow and peep-toe pumps! Haha! I bet even Anna Wintour would agree that Poh Heng’s creative approach is a harbinger of future jewellery style! Wonder what a typical day in Minnie’s style blogger life is like? Then read on! Minnie likes to rise and shine, bright and early every morning with a big smile on her face as she sets about taking on her daily fashion blogging — with gold in mind, of course! You too can go for gold and take a piece of Mini-style with you with this 22k yellow gold mini-Minnie pendant! A style blogger can never do without her accessories and style squad. Introducing Minnie’s 22K yellow gold sunnies and classic bow that she swears she can never leave home without. As iconic a fashion piece as Audrey Hepburn’s pearl necklace in Breakfast at Tiffany’s and Marilyn Monroe’s famous white dress, is Minnie’s trademark bow. This 22K yellow gold Essential Bow pendant bow embodies all the qualities these three famous gals share – confidence, style and super-sassiness. Which self-respecting fashion blogger could hit the streets without her sunnies?? Well not Minnie, that’s for sure! Perfect for that inner cool and mystique, shades are every girl’s best friend when doing the catwalk down sunny Orchard Road. Find all of this and more in this classy Sunnies pendant made of gorgeous 22K yellow gold. Minnie’s style story doesn’t end there. To remain on the forefront of style, Minnie knows she’ll need a killer pair of shoes that will knock her fellow bloggers and Instagram followers’ socks off.So Minnie completes the look with her 22K yellow gold Peep-Toe Pumps pendant that even her best friend, Cinderella, would approve of. And now our celebrated style blogger can strut around the red carpet events and fashion shows in style. What more can a girl ask for? Well, a perfect #OOTD shot that’s fashionable and inspiring for her followers. A Fashion Connoisseur like Minnie, knows that fashion risks are always worth taking. Who says you can’t wear all the pendants at once? 😛 And there you have it, a day in Minnie’s style blogger life. Psst! Fans and friends always wanna see what Minnie is up to and what she’s wearing. So the stylish editor also makes sure she keeps her style in check and followers updated with these Poh Heng accessories. You know Minnie hit the style nail on the head because…. Even Mickey couldn’t resist her stylish charm! 😛 Poh Heng’s limited-edition Minnie Mouse Style Blogger collection is now available at all Poh Heng outlets. Fellow Disney-atics, here’s your chance to win a Minnie Mouse Style Icon—Handbag pendant worth $950! It’s really easy to win. Participate in the Read & Win Contest at http://bit.ly/PohHeng-Minnie and may the odds be in your favour! Your friend, Juliana #advertorial #Disney #fashion #PohHeng

What happens when the last petal falls? 🥀 Well, the spell will be broken and one lucky belle or beau will walk away with a Danielle Nicole ‘Beautiful as a Rose’ crossbody bag! Scroll down to find out how you can enter our Beauty and the Beast contest. Your fairytale dreams are just one click away! In other news… Can you believe this was taken in my studio at Honeyz Paint House and THAT is a real rose. We’ve come so far since we first opened our doors in late 2015. Since then, we have hosted more than 100 shoots and events! Thank you so much for believing in us. And of course, my dear old pal and photography wizard, Yong Thye continues to outdo himself by transporting us to a different fantasyland each time we step into the studio. In light of the worldwide release of Disney’s live-action Beauty and the Beast movie and our second wedding anniversary, we decided to tackle this enchanted rose love story again, this time within the magical walls of Honeyz Paint House! We even made some motion posters this time! Told ya Yong Thye is a photography powerhouse! Read on to join us on an adventure in the great wide somewhere. Be our guest! There may be something there that wasn’t there before. Thank you for watching! Behind the scenes! Here’s a sneak peek at how we recreated the Disney magic in our studio. 😛 The inspiration behind our photos Special thanks to: Flowers by  Liz Florals Check out Liz Florals for their enchanting collection of bouquets and floral services. Trust me, their flowers can make anyone’s day. Yellow gown by  Dream Wedding Boutique Lash extensions by Lolita Group  Quote ‘Honeyz & Lolita’ to enjoy 50% off any Novalash extension services at Lolita Group. For first time customers only. Nails by Nail Indulgence De Beau Quote JULIANA for 10% off all services at Nail Indulgence De Beau! Psst! Birthday peeps get an even bigger treat with an extra 5% off! Hair by Shunji Matsuo Quote ‘Honeyz’ to receive 10% off any chemical service by Shunji Matsuo (Ngee Ann) senior stylist, William. And possibly also inherit some of his hairstyling wisdom. Haha! Makeup by Joanne Liaw Here comes the giveaway! Click on the image below to take part! Bonne chance, my darlings! Finally, let’s get to the most important part of this post… Have you watched the movie? My Disney-loving heart has been dancing and prancing all year and fellow Disney troopers will definitely know why. The biggest Disney movie of the decade finally opens this Spring and we made the most of it by watching it three times in 3D, IMAX and GV Gold Class! Haha! Tried the grey stuff, it’s indeed delicious! Thanks Lumiere! 🕯 I’m absolutely floored by the set up, costumes and the makeup. Everything in the movie was perfectly executed. No detail was spared. It deserves the effusive praise it’s received from critics and fans all over the world. Kudos to you Disney! Thank you for bringing our cherished Disney stories and characters to life! Waiting in my enchanted realm for more amazing live action movies from the Magic Kingdom! Which Disney live action film are you looking forward to? Your friend, Juliana #BeautyandtheBeast #ToastandCheers #Wedding

Life at the office can take both a physical and emotional toll on your health. For one, a desk job likely sees you sitting in a chair for hours upon hours on end—while also staring at a computer screen for the entire day. As you can imagine, this isn’t very healthy for your body. But office life can also affect your happiness . There’s a certain monotony to the daily routine of a desk job. There can also be lots of stress, which also wears down your body a little bit at a time. Thankfully, there are a few great items on the market that can make your office gig drastically better! Some of these gadgets are useful office devices that aim to improve your physical health, while others are gadgets that are simply meant to keep you sane Here are 6 great office gadgets you can use at your desk job: 1. A Good Chair On first thought, this might sound silly because it’s so obvious. But if you’re working long hours at a desk, a good office chair is an absolute necessity. Not having a quality office chair can lead to back and neck pain—and can also make your butt sore! You could easily spend hundreds of dollars on an office chair that has great ergonomic support. For a better-valued chair, try this black mesh task chair by Flash Furniture. It has a super-comfy mesh cushion and a flexible back that’s designed to keep you sitting in a healthy posture. 2. Posture Trainer You can still suffer from an unhealthy posture even if you have an ergonomic chair. When you’re sitting at a desk for long hours, it’s all-too-easy to start slouching. Think about getting either a posture trainer or a posture brace. You have a couple different options to choose from. The GO Posture Trainer from Upright is a small device that you can attach to your upper back via harmless adhesives. Whenever you slouch, the device will give a slight vibration to remind you to correct your posture. There are also a number of good posture braces that you get. A posture brace straps around your upper back and keeps it firm. It’s very light and can be worn underneath clothing! 3. Standing Desk The standing desk is one of the hottest new office trends. A standing desk allows you to work while you’re standing up. Simple, right? Whenever you’re starting to get aches and pains from sitting too long, you can simply pull the desk into its standing position and work on your feet. It’s perfect for both a professional office and a home office . Consider getting a convertible standing desk ; it might take a nice chunk out of your wallet, but you’ll be able to quickly and seamlessly switch from sitting to standing mode. You can also fit a convertible model on any existing desk in your office. 4. Blue Light-Blocking Glasses Desk jobs can damage your eyesight. Electronic devices—like your computer screen and cell phone screen—emit a blue light that can strain your eyes, especially after you’ve been staring at the screen for a long time. Blue light-blocking glasses are glasses that block this type of harmful light and reduce the amount of stress on your eyes. If your computer screen frequently causes eye strain or headaches, then consider getting yourself a pair of these glasses. 5. Desk Decor Work is always more enjoyable when you’ve got a personalized workspace! Decorate your desk and it’s bound to feel a little bit more like home, which should make you more comfortable, happy, and productive in the long run. The possibilities are endless: quirky gadgets, pretty desk organizers, nerdy trinkets, or perhaps a small plant! ThinkGeek offers a fun selection of desk decor that is sure to personalize and enliven your desktop. 6. Stress Balls and Dammit Dolls Sometimes, no amount of desk decor or ergonomic office furniture can keep the stress at bay. Have a good ol’ fashioned stress ball on hand to squeeze away your worries and frustrations so they won’t tighten your body with manic energy. A stress ball is a classic stress-relieving tool that is still a simple and effective way to maintain control over your negative emotions while you’re at work. But what if you get REALLY angry? The last thing you’d want to do is yell, throw a fit, or be mean to your co-workers. And you definitely wouldn’t want to throw something at the wall… unless it was soft and harmless. If you have a high-stress desk job, consider getting a Dammit Doll. A Dammit Doll is a hilarious new item that’ll help you exert your aggression in a safe, healthy, and humorous way. It’s a plush little figure whose main goal in life is to be hurled at the wall whenever you’re in the mood to throw something. It’s soft, so it won’t cause a loud noise or damage the wall in any way. You can find a variety of different figures on the website! If you’re going to spruce up your office workspace with new gadgets, make sure you get things that will boost your physical health and happiness! It’s important to have ergonomic office furniture and tools, but it’s just as important to make your desk feel homey so that, hopefully, work won’t feel so much like work . #GuestPost

You take a long, luxurious shower. You get out, and you painstakingly style your hair. Giving yourself one last look in the mirror, you flip your blown-out locks over your shoulder. Your hair is smooth, bouncy and shiny. Then, you grab your purse and step outside. By the time you glance at your reflection again, your hair has been transformed into an untamable, frizzy mess. Pfft! What Is Frizz? Unless you have been magically gifted with sleek hair that’s unresponsive to humidity, you have probably experienced frizz caused by a steamy, tropical atmosphere. Women with curly hair understand this all too well. However, people with straight hair can get frizz too. Hydrogen is partly responsible for bonding the proteins in the hair shaft together. Every time your hair gets wet and dries, the weak bond is broken and reestablished. Humid air has more hydrogen molecules, which makes your porous hair strands absorb more moisture – creating more hydrogen bonds. This causes the molecules in your hair to fold, creating waves, curls and frizz. As the moisture enters the hair shaft, each strand swells, pushing on the outer layer. Called the cuticle, this layer looks like a series of scales. When the hair shaft is swollen, the scales stick out, creating a rough, frizzy appearance. What Can You Do To Fight Frizz? You can’t change the weather. However, you can take steps to make your hair healthier so that it is more resistant to moisture and humidity. Be gentle with your hair. If you rough it up with a towel, you’ll raise the cuticle. Your hair will absorb more moisture and look frizzier when it dries. When you use a hair dryer, aim the air down the hair shaft to help the cuticle lie flat. If you shoot air upward, you’ll leave the cuticle more open, which will allow more humidity to enter. Use natural oils to seal the hair shaft. Your scalp creates oils to help keep your hair healthy. However, many hair products and processes strip those oils from the hair shaft. This leaves your hair more susceptible to humidity and damage. You can apply a natural oil to your hair while it’s still damp. Use The Right Product Using products that help your hair retain its natural oils can also help tame frizz in humid environments. Introducing  WEN Cleansing Conditioner, a one-step product that you can use in the shower to keep your hair shiny and manageable. It doesn’t contain sulfates. Therefore, it won’t strip your hair of its natural oils. The ingredients in the WEN Cleansing Conditioner are inherently moisturizing. They’ll help seal your cuticle without the need to use additional products. If you live in a tropical environment or are heading to one for vacation, WEN by Chaz is the your tropical haircare savior. It works as a shampoo, conditioner, deep conditioner, detangler and moisturizer. You don’t have to lug several hair products with you if you’re traveling. If you live in a humid environment, you don’t have to fill up your bathroom with bulky bottles. This one product will help create healthy hair that naturally fights frizz. Do you have any other tips and tricks on how we can fight frizzy hair in our tropical climate? Share with me by commenting below! Your friend, Juliana #GuestPost #SponsoredPost #WENbyChaz

Guest Post by Holly Tomlinson Is there anything better than a summertime party? From backyard BBQs to the 4th of July, there’s really nothing like summertime fun. As the weather warms and the daylight stretches long into the evening, the abundance of celebrations goes up—way up. And, of course, no party is complete without the perfect outfit. Read on for the best picks of summertime fashion staples . Backyard BBQ I adore getting together with friends for a casual backyard BBQ in summertime. They’re the perfect, simple summertime gathering. Throw some chicken and veggies on the grill, mix up some sangria, and invite a handful of friends! The backyard is a super casual environment, which keeps it super easy. When it comes to fashion, just because it’s casual doesn’t mean I don’t keep it cute! I absolutely love a strappy summertime dress. Tobi has tons to choose from . Light, breezy, and easy! Dress it down with a flat sandal and a loose ponytail. Summer Wedding Is there anything like a summer wedding? Celebrating love on a warm summer evening is one of my favorites. My latest obsession for summer weddings is a jumpsuit. I don’t think there’s anything easier. You don’t need to worry about controlling your dress against a wayward summertime breeze, just throw it on and go! Pair one with strappy heels and a high ponytail and you’ll be looking sleek! Pool Party You know I keep it fly, even when I’m poolside. Just because you’ve stripped down to your suit doesn’t mean it can’t be cute! This summer, super skimpy bikinis are out and cut-out one pieces are in. They’re the perfect combo of sexy and tasteful. Throw on a big sunhat and a cute pair of shades and you’ve got a look! Music Festival Festivals are all the rage right now, and I’m definitely not sitting this one out! What you wear to a festival is probably one of the most important choices you’ll make (after which festival you’ll attend). My number one priority when I go to music festivals is comfort, but just because it’s comfy doesn’t mean it can’t be cute! Festival fashion runs the gamut, but for me there’s one constant: always wear a sneaker! While sandals and boots are super cute, they just aren’t festival-friendly, and the last thing you want is to be held back by your sore feet! Urban Outfitters has a killer selection of cute, comfy kicks . 4th of July For a true summertime classic, nothing beats that famous combo: red, white, and blue. This summer, stay away from short shorts and cheesy logo tanks. Instead, thrift a pair of classic Levis (is there anything more American?) and pair them with a sweet white baby doll tee. For the finishing touch, rock a bright red Newsboy cap. Super cute and keeps the sun out! Red, white, and blue… but still unique! Pride Pride is one of my favorite days of the year. A day to get out in the streets and celebrate love and equality! One of my favorite things about Pride is that there’s really only one rule… have fun! My outfit is no exception. I go all out with Pride clothing —the more colorful, the better. Don’t forget TONS of glitter. I told you… I go all out! Labor Day The bittersweet end of summer. I always make sure to go out with a bang. In classic fashion, I love white for Labor Day. Though I definitely don’t prescribe to the “No white shoes after Labor Day” rule, it’s fun to bid adieu to summer in the ultimate summer outfit. Tonal looks are super in right now, so this summer I’m opting for an all-white look. Rock a white eyelet top with a pair of high-waisted white denim and a white sneaker. It’s the perfect combination of sporty and sweet! Isn’t summer the best? No matter what you rock to your summer celebrations, the most important thing is to have fun! Good luck! Love, Holly Tomlinson Holly is a Los Angeles-based health and wellness writer looking to help readers make positive changes both physically and mentally. Her insightful content about healthy living, delicious recipes, and mental acuity is made for every type of reader. Years of experience as a wellness guru and numerous dietitian courses have given Holly valuable insights and strategies that she can use to help boost the accuracy and relevance of your health-related blog. #GuestPost

Who else is still not done with April Fools’? I know I ain’t! 😈 That’s why I’m still duping loved ones with my “tricking treats” from Sophisca, Taiwan’s first specialty candy brand that has won effusive praise for creating sui generis confectionery that is both quirky and delightfully tongue-in-cheek! Pictured above are some “sushi” from my Brown Rice “sushi bento” (玄米壽司便當). Psst! They are actually delicious chocolate brown rice crispy treats! Told ya they are peculiar. Wait, there’s more! Read on to check out more April Fools’ inspired treats, their freshly minted store at Marina Square as well as an exclusive promo code just for you! Sophisca at Marina Square Let’s take a virtual tour with me around their new Marina Square store! This is not an ordinary bouquet I tell you! It’s entirely edible! Haha! I’m pretty sure your foodie girlfriend would appreciate this so much more than a traditional bouquet. Oh hi! Also meet the beautiful Jody , who was totally occupied with decorating her Sophisca cookies. Seriously, these are too pretty for consumption! Ooh.. I’m totally ‘head over heels ‘ with this one! This is totally genius! Chocolate high heels! Who would have thought? This would make perfect treats for any Haute Couture or Cinderella themed party! Haha! Sophisca feels like your candy fairy godmother has transformed all your favourite daily objects into mouth-watering treats. Check out these mahjong tile sweets! In terms of cute factor, this mini ‘Local Produce’ packaging reigns supreme. The best thing about Sophisca is their use of saccharine (an artificial sweetener) instead of regular sugar in a lot of their products so you don’t have to worry about falling off the diet wagon. Everything in the store amazed me as you can tell from the photo below. 😛 I was literally like a kid in a candy store! Haha! Now please allow me to introduce to you the lauded April Fools’ Tricking Treats by Sophisca! Brown Rice Sushi Bento OMG! I wanna eat everything in this store. 😛 It looks totally like a regular sushi bento on the outside! And when you open the package, it unveils 25 dainty chocolate brown rice crispy treats that are made with 100% natural brown rice, smothered with Belgian imported white chocolate! Talk about commitment to taste and quality! The attention to quality doesn’t end here. Each ‘nigiri sushi’ is also individually wrapped  to maintain its freshness. Choco Colouring Pens Remember the colouring pens Jody used earlier on her cookies? Well, we also got to bring home these chocolate flavoured colouring pens, perfect for embellishing our chocolates, cakes, breads, toasts, etc. In case you’re wondering, here are the flavours for each colour: White: White chocolate | Yellow: Lemon chocolate | Green: Honeydew flavour | Pink: Strawberry flavour | Blue: Blueberry flavour | Brown: Milk chocolate On top of these tricking treats, Sophisca also generously packed a candy goodie bag for each guest. Yay! This is now sitting in Honeyz Paint House ‘s pantry for my sweet-toothed co-workers. 😛 Share and Win! Win $20 worth of Sophisca Vouchers! All you have to do is to snap a photo and Instagram your favourite Sophisca sweets at any of the Sophisca stores. Then follow @SophiscaSG on Instagram, tell them why you love that particular candy and hashtag #iLoveSophisca. One winner will be picked by the team at Sophisca randomly every week. Exclusive Promo Code For You Belles! From now till 20 May 2016, quote ‘ Juliana ‘ at any Sophisca stores during payment and enjoy a 10% discount on your Sophisca goodies! Sophisca is located at Marina Square Mall #02-32 and Changi Airport Terminal 3, Public Area #B2-42 (opening in May 2016). For more Sophisca news and promos, follow them on FB ( @Sophisca.Singapore ) and IG ( @SophiscaSG ). Have fun tricking and treating this April Fool’s month! Your friend, Juliana #SophiscaSingapore #SponsoredPost

Sponsored Review Once again, The Sample Store sent me an amazing product that seized my heart – Lipice’s Mentholatum Mogitate Kajitsu Lip Balm Mentholatum’s lip balms are touted as Japan’s best selling lip balms. (They are most famous for their Lipice series.) And this time, they’re back with another fabulous lip balm range – Mogitate Kajitsu Series. Mogitate Kajitsu is made with Fresh Fruit Juice which contains essential minerals and vitamins that are beneficial to the lips and body. It also contains Honey, which heals and renew the lips. With Mentholatim Mogitate Kajitsu lip balm, you can get Real, Natural Fruity Goodness to nourish your lips and make it soft, supple and so kissable! It also contains other moisturizing booster such as Squalane, Grape seed oil, Vitamins A and E. Squalane is easily absorbed, and is similar to the natural oil on our skin. It is an extract from plants and is a highly prized Japan supplement. Squalane helps to reduce wrinkles caused by aging and sun damage. Grape seed oil helps to repair skin. Vitamins A and E are antioxidants that retard lip aging, and gives lips a healthy shine. This range carries five yummy flavors namely, Berry & Grape, Mango & Orange, Lime & Lemon, White Peach and Strawberry And lucky me, I received the Berry and Grape flavor from The Sample Store. Review The first thing that greeted me when I opened its packaging was its strong grape aroma. Mmmm… And after I removed the cap? You’ve guessed it. An overwhelming smell of berries and grapes fills my world instantly. 😀 And in just one swipe, my lips felt immediately moisturized and soft. Then I felt this tingly feeling in my lips and that lasted for 20 minutes at least. To top it off, I like that its not the usual sticky sort. Here’s a picture of the lips after application. My lips have always been more on the dry side and I thought they are slightly wrinkled too. So I’ve always been a huge fan of lip balms. I apply them before applying lip gloss, going to bed and after brushing my teeth. Hence, a lip balm that has an affordable price, UV protection qualities, yummy scent, cooling effect and moisturizing properties like this definitely deserves a whopping five honeyz crowns! Do you want your very own Mojitate Kajitsu lip treatment too? Well you can now get the Mentholatum’s Mojitate Kajitsu series at all Watsons stores. Each lip balm retails at SGD 5.90. Ok. I know I’ve said this ten bagazillion times but the sole intention of this blog is to ensure that readers/consumers make informed choices on their purchases. I believe there is no one-size-fits-all product, especially if it’s related to health and beauty. ALWAYS justify your decision to purchase the product and you’re well on your way to becoming a smart and informed consumer. So besides reading reviews on the products, consumers should also try them out themselves. And the best way to do it? Try the free samples!! Redeem your FREE Mentholatum lip balm sample HERE . Say hello to soft and graceful lips! P.S. Like Honeyz Facebook Page to receive first hand news on the latest free samples, blog posts and the gamut of privileges that you can enjoy as Honeyz Readers! Your road to a sparkling lifestyle begins here . Your friend, Juliana Disclaimer: Please be rest assured that even though the products were sponsored, it does not have any bearing on the content of this post. Opinions stated are genuine and honest. #Mentholatum #lips #beautyreview #MentholatumMogitateKajitsuLipBalmSeries #beauty #Lipice