My MAC Venomous Villains Haul ♥

On September 14th, I went to my local MAC store to pre-order some Venomous Villains products. Then on September 30th, they finally launch the collection, I was so excited because that's the day I picked up the products I have pre ordered.

I went to the MAC Store at the Tyler Mall, was so excited to get my stuff, gave the MUA my receipt, and I noticed that my bag was not in the pile of "PRE ORDERED bags" on the side of the counter. The MUA then started putting my stuff in a MAC bag, then she came to me and said, "We are very sorry but the Bite of An Apple blush is SOLD OUT, I know it's very popular, but great news, everything that you pre-ordered except that is in this bag" I looked at her like, are you freaking serious?! I told her, "That's why I pre-ordered because you guys told me it's gonna sell out, so why tell me its SOLD Out now when it just released today?" She didn't even know what to tell me, she's like "ugh... did you want me to call Nordstrom for you to check if they still have it?" I was like, "go ahead, I just want EVERYTHING I have pre-ordered" I overheard them talking that some MUA forgot to put my pre-ordered stuff away and now since that blush is sold out, they don't know what to tell me, so they had to lie? Well anyway, after long 30 minutes of waiting for her to come out of the room at the back, she finally said, "great news! I got some Bite of an Apple blush for you! I got some from our event" Well, I'm glad because you guys should have seen my face! I was mad. lol.

Here are some of the swatches in case you didn't see my post about it: http://withadriyah.blogspot.com/2010/09/mac-venomous-villains.html

So onto my haul, these are the products that I've got:

I got a total of 14 items. I know. I went nuts, and believe me, I still want some more but I restrained myself from grabbing some more. :|

I got three of the Beauty Powders which I find very very pretty.

Her Own Devices, Briar Rose, Oh So Fair

Then I got these two blushes. I love the colors, very different from my usual "shimmery" blush because these blushes are actually matte. :) If I didn't like this collection, I would still get the BITE OF AN APPLE BLUSH because of its pretty shade. You only need a little because it's so pigmented. It's just so pretty! It's crazy because it was SOLD OUT right away then on eBay, they were selling it for as high as $39.99.

Swatch of the Bite of an Apple Blush

Darkly My Dear, Bite of An Apple

Then I only got two lipsticks. I wish I got more. I was eyeing at the Violetta l/s but must resist. Hahaha!

Toxic Tale, Heartless

I got three lipglass from that collection. Surprisingly they aren't that sticky (but still sticky) compared to my other lipglass. My favorite is the Revenge is sweet lipglass (the middle one) ♥

Hot House, Revenge is Sweet, Strange Potion

I only got 1 of the eyeshadows. I want to get the other eyeshadows as for collection purposes but I'm being practical. :P

 De-vil eyeshadow (dupe: Coppering)

That's all of my VV items that I got. Overall, I'm very happy and still excited with this collection. The little kid in me is rejoicing knowing it's Disney. :P Also I love the fact that it's not sticker. I am also happy that the colors are not sheer, they are actually very pigmented, easy to blend in. I love the lipsticks formula because they aren't streaky. My lips are usually dry, and I hate lipsticks that sink in the lines of my lips. These lipsticks are actually smooth!

Me, wearing Heartless lipstick

 Me, wearing Violetta lipstick with Revenge is Sweet lipglass.

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Anyway, an update on why I was MIA on blogger, (which btw I still need to post my September Favorites - which is gonna be hard since I packed all of my stuff already) We recently moved out of our apartment. Last day was September 30th.

As you can see, it was very messy, but all done now, everything is in boxes now and sitting in the garage of my parents until we move to our new apartment. Something very unfortunate happen to the apartment we're suppose to move in so for now, we stay at the parents' house until further notice :P

I only had very little make up I put in my make up bag and everything else is in the box. *sigh* I am hoping nothing will break.

See you again on the next update :)

My Christmas Presents ^_^

**Picture Heavy**

Just want to share with you guys what I got for Christmas. It was a very nice Christmas because I was able to go home early from work and be with my love ones. It was a quiet one too. :)

Here's some of the things I got for Christmas: ^_^

This one is from Adrian. He surprised me with this camera. He knows I've been wanting to get another pocket camera and this is perfect because its so tiny and well its RED, very cute! ^_^ The quality of picture it takes is also great. (this picture is taken by my old camera - casio exilim)

Here are some pictures I've taken using my new Canon Powershot 780. See the clarity? For a point-and-shoot kind of camera, the quality is actually good! I'm so happy with it. It looks professional. One day I'll buy me a DSLR :)

My new camera case from Sanrio ^_^ Just too cute. I don't want to remove the tag because its a hello kitty head! hahaha!

Bro and sis in law gave us some towels. Lacoste towels. Haha! How nice :)

They also gave us this hot chocolate maker. Obviously they know that I love hot chocolate and Adrian makes the best home made hot chocolate ever! ^_^

Mariah Carey perfume from Dad. I'm not a perfume person but this actually smells good. I rarely use perfume though..

Dad also gave this to us for our apartment. Pretty!

This is from my co-worker. Didn't expect him to give me a gift, but he did! ahahah! So nice ^_^

 2 Hello Kitty shirts from Adrian. Love it! :)

R&R Jeans! So pretty!!! I love the design on the back pocket :)

Another TR Jeans. I just love how comfy TR jeans are. They're my favorite ever!

My gift to Adrian - an R&R jeans. Haha. He love it! :) I'm glad.. hahaha!

Our gift to each other - matching Converse shoes. If you guys remember, we also got a matching pair last Christmas of 2008. I told him, now its a tradition that whenever he gets a pair, he needs to get me the same pair too! :P

I just want to thank everyone who reads my blog. Thank you for being a part of my Christmas, my year 2009. I feel so blessed! Thank you also to my love ones especially my Adrian. I love you all!

Happy Holidays to everyone - from Iyah and Adrian

This is the update regarding our place. Santa is smiling. Heehee! ^_^

On the other note, visit Mona - my Blogger friend's jewelry store. She is awesome and very talented. She makes unique jewelries.

lepetitejewelry.com/

makemeblushhh.com/

Here is the Angel earrings that I bought from her jewelry store. Very pretty! I wore it today again. It's just so beautiful :)

Hope you enjoyed your day today and enjoy the long weekend guys! As for me, I am back to work on Friday - Jan 01, 2010! Love you all!

Haircut + More Pics of Our Place

HAIRCUT!

Hello Guys! ^_^ I finally got a haircut. I was going to donate my hair to locks of love but the end was too damaged. :[ They cut 5 inches off my hair. Now it feels so light :) It's now above my breast. Before it was down to my waistline or below that..

See how short the back is? Btw, the shirt is from MetroPark. :] Really love this shirt :]

Update on my acne: They are clearing! Yay! But lots of acne scars. You can't see them that much because I'm wearing MUFE Concealer. Love that concealer :] But I think I will try Amazing Concealer from Sephora :]

MAKE UP USED:

FACE:

MUFE Microperfecting Primer in Blue

Benefit "You Rebel" Moisturizer

MUFE HD Microfinish Powder

MUFE Lift Concealer

EYES:

MAC "Nylon" e/s on the lid

MAC "Nocturnelle" e/s on the crease

MAC "Knight Divine" e/s on the side of the crease

MAC "Blacktrack" fluidline

Darkness lashes

LIPS:

Aquafina oil

Pink eyeshadow from 88 Coastal Scents Palette

UPDATE ON OUR NEW PLACE

We are starting to put together this place by buying things one by one. If you follow me on twitter, you'll know that I just bought that black sofa you see in this picture :] I like everything simple. Its nice finished yet because we still have to buy a rug and a coffee table, so I will update you guys on that soon :]

Here is the bathroom and the living room. I bought this Anthorium plant to help out with the Breast Cancer foundation. 10% of their sales go to that foundation. I am more happy to help! :]

Then our living room with the black sofa that we bought. A coffee table is missing :P

Another plant that I got. I am not a plant person but I thought it looks so nice in the living room. Below shows the grill that my parents bought us :] Its very compact, perfect for our little balcony :] Then our little dining table. Only sits 4 people. Haha! :P

The outside of our place. So green! :] The weather is so gloomy today..

Hope you guys are having a great week! Will update again soon.. I think I'm calling off tomorrow to be with my family :] Btw, I almost broke my "no make up haul" OMG so many things at the CCO Ontario :[ I get so sad! Ahahaha!