Hello, everybody!

Recently I bought a sweater to show my love for one of my favourite KPOP groups, VIXX! Just thought I would do a quick review in case everyone is thinking of buying something like this~

I bought the sweater off of eBay, from the user koreapopfan:

I got a bit excited and took it out of the packaging as soon as I got it, haha. It was neatly folded inside a plastic packet and that was inside a hard paper package:

It was such nice quality and very clean! If that counts towards anything, you never know with Internet purchases!

I always wash new clothing before I wear it, but I made the mistake of putting this jumper in the wash instead of hand washing it. What was even worse is that my dad put the clothes through several washes because he accidentally put detergent in it. Why is that bad? Well, the letters and logo on the jumper started to peel a little and crinkle - I was so sad! I haven't had a chance to wear it and I was already in a position where I thought I might need to buy a new one.

Luckily, it wasn't so bad, still wearable. I just need to find a way to flatten the lettering and make it neat again, but it's still disappointing. First and last time I put clothes like this in the wash.

You'll see my face one day, I promise, haha.

Remember to be careful when washing your clothes guys! Especially stuff that is handmade or ordered online.

Despite that, I still really love it. I wore it when I stayed over a friend's house with a group of people and even though most of them didn't know VIXX, they said they loved it (and despite it being ruined by the washing machine as well) and one of them even recognised the group! Music brings people together, haha~

If you're looking for a KPOP merchandise seller on eBay, I recommend you try koreapopfan!

Enjoy life!

Nina

Hello, friends! ♥

I know for sure how difficult it is to easily access fashion from other countries, such as gyaru clothing from Japan. Sometimes, we have to compromise and make do with what we have access to. I think there is always a chance of finding clothes that match the style you want. 

Depending on the style of gyaru you are looking for, you can always find items that fit that style and build a collection from which you can pick from and use to layer on top of one another. Starting from basic clothing items, layering, is a good start.

Looking at some photos for inspiration - it's very easy to build a gyaru style from clothes you would find in any store. I find blacks, whites and pinks to be very common. Again, depending on the type of gyaru you are going for, you would be looking for statement pieces that are quite fitting. Or, if you're looking for the more hime or girly gyaru style, you would be incorporating a lot of lace, frills, flouncy fabric and floral patterns.

I think something important that can help sway your fashion style is accessories. As I said before, you can find some basic clothing pieces and then layer more clothing and choose socks, shoes and jewellery to compliment your outfit and make it complete. I mean false lashes, socks and fake nails are also found here, right? Makeup plays a huge part as well.

This post is a bit of a trainwreck, but I'm writing this post just to say that, if you have a set style in your mind and know the clothes you want for it, you can look for it in stores and begin building your dream wardrobe! Good luck!

Enjoy life!

Nina

Hello everyone!

I feel terrible - my posts are not coming as frequently as I would like to. It's winter now so taking photos for the clothes I have ordered is a little harder, I'm scared I will freeze. But it will happen!

There will be a lot of reviews coming up since I've been holidays and worked a lot - and then went on a little shopping spree, whoops. But I was incredibly motivated to order new skincare products and try them out as soon as possible to see if they make a difference. I am writing this post to kind of introduce that idea onto this blog - that I will be trying lots new products and reviewing my progress. That way you will know what to expect.

I remember clearly sitting in History class in high school and had two girls complimented my skin, and how also, I've always dubbed my cheeks as those 'rosy red cheeks', without realizing how much care my skin actually needed. I am grateful for the skin I have, but I am now realising that skin change over time depending on how you treat it. With all the research I have done, I realize how much I now want to improve: my clogged  pores, managing my combination/sensitive skin (which is one of the worst skin types) and trying to solve the issue of my flushed cheeks, which I don't even know the condition of.

I mean, it doesn't hurt to try? Especially, since what I find to solve my problems, I can share that and help other who have the same problems.

So! I have decided to try different products and change my routine to see if I notice a difference, which will take time to see, but if I do, I want to share it in case it will help someone else!

Right now I am trying/going to try:

MIZON: All In One Snail Repair Cream

The Face Shop: Rice Water Cleansing Oil

Etude House: Wonder Pore Freshner Toner

SKINFOOD: Argan Oil Hair Treatment Mask this isn't skincare but I want to look after my hair too)

TONYMOLY: Pocket Bunny Moist Mist

SKINFOOD: Egg White Pore Foam

I am looking to try some charcoal/volcanic clay masks, some new moisturizers and essences. If anyone has any recommendations, please let me know! But I wanted to write this post to make a star ton my skin journey~

Enjoy life!

Nina

Hi, everyone! ♥ 

After ordering the Apricot Rose Print Flare Skirt, and loved it (see my review here), I thought I had to get it's monochrome equivalent, the Black Rose Print Flare Skirt!

Black Rose Print Flare Skirt

Size I ordered: Medium

Measurements: Length (46 cm) Waist (76 cm)

I decided to order the black one as well since, well, black goes with everything, and I thought it would be perfect for circumstances where you need to look professional and classy. I wore my apricot skirt to interviews and felt that a black one would have been more suitable.

Quality: I was actually surprised when I grabbed the skirt out of its packet that it was so smooth and shiny. I don't remember having that reaction with the previous skirt, maybe because this one is a dark colour so it might be more noticeable?

But, yes, this skirt again is fantastic! Since it was shipped in a packet and the material is stiff (to give it flare), it did come crumpled, but I expected that. Nothing a bit of ironing can't fix! I was going to wash it before wearing it anyway.

Overall: I am very happy with this skirt! It's a good length with plenty of flare and the material is of good quality and is so pretty. It might need ironing after each wash, but it's worth it. I give it a 5/5 rating!

Enjoy life!

Nina

Hello, everyone! ♥ 

I've been on the hunt for a good suspender skirt for quite some time now, so I decided to give it a shot at Sheinside! At first, I was going to order a different skirt from this one but it was sold out just as I put my order through and had to exchange it for the Navy Strap Flare Denim Skirt, which I didn't mind doing. since it looked better in the pictures.


Navy Strap Flare Denim Skirt:

Size I ordered: Medium

Measurements: Length (87 cm) Waist (66-86 cm) Hips (96 cm)

Sorry, I don't have pictures of how it arrive since my brother opened it up before I got home. But it's much the same as in my previous Sheinside review. The shipping was reasonable, even though I had issues with the order that I stated up the top, this skirt arrived before the other Black Rose Print Skirt I ordered.

Quality: I was very much excited to finally get a suspender skirt, but, I feel somewhat disappointed. The style of this skirt wasn't what I expected, I thought it would have more flare and be longer. Maybe it's just because of how it looks on me, but the design just seems a little awkward for something that should a suspender skirt. It's quite tight and short, and only flares at the bottom. Since the title said, flare skirt, I assumed it meant the whole skirt would flare out.

Also, I had to poke a hole through the straps and use the metal clips for the other end when in the photo it gave the impression that both ends of the strap had holes. I was a little confused them, either it's just that or the wrong straps were sent. But, the quality of the material is durable and comfy.

 I don't think I will wear it since it just doesn't suit me at all, but maybe that's just me and my body. not the skirt. From the back you can see how I had to yolo the straps.

Overall: I was a bit disappointed with the product and I haven't brought myself to wear it out yet. But the quality of the material was great and I think it would perfectly suit a more petite girl than I am! I would rate it a 2/5, personally.

Update: I ended up giving the skirt away to a younger girl I know since I can't bring myself to wear this :')

Enjoy life!

Nina