too celebritis: September 2009

Wednesday, September 30, 2009

OCTOBER 18, 2009 - OTAKINGDOM event new schedule

phoyo by johannes_bernardo

It is now final and confirmed.
thanks to Enchanted Kingdom for allowing us to move the date on October 18, 2009.

Pre-registration for cosplay is still open.
Contest and activities are open for everyone.

Although that the Eldar's tent is booked in the entire month til November, we won't be having a collectible booth bazaars and exhibits. But its okay, fun will never stop when you are at Otaku Kingdom 2009 at Enchanted Kingdom.

See you there and always stay safe.

visit the event website at www.otakingdom.blogspot.com

The no-moisturizer experiment.

I am blessed (hear my sarcasm) with the most extreme combination skin: my T-zone is oily, particularly my forehead that will look like an oil slick around noon, and my cheeks are so dry that in the winter, they're flakey and painful.

Finding the right routine for that configuration is far from easy, believe me. I saw some improvement during the Summer because of the sun and the fake tan, but I don't want to wear fake tan all year long, especially as I'd have to match my neck, shoulder etc... as well.

I was reading an article on Gossmakeupartist's blog and something caught my eyes: he says that we should only wear one thing under our face makeup: moisturizer, or SPF, or primer. Certainly not all 3. And if you have oily skin you don't need to moisturize.

Wow, nobody ever told that to me. But it's worth giving it a try. So I have started a little experiment : wearing primer or moisturizer on the dry zones, and primer or nothing on the oily zone.

Yesterday was day 1 and although I did touch up with powder in the afternoon, I must say I didn't felt that greasy sensation on the forehead all day. So I am going to keep on experimenting with different combinations and foundations and I'll keep you posted on what works best.

Ludovico Einaudi

und Pole Dance. (Ersterer am 09. November in der Philharmonie)

Pinoy Big Brother Double Up - a close look of the housemates and its kick off on October 4

Words on the street and also on TV are now spreading about the kick off and launching of ABS CBN's Pinoy Big Brother Double Up this October 4, 2009, Sunday at 7:30PM. New housemates will be revealed and also there's a magic trick coming from "Kuya" about the meaning of Double Up. According to PBB Business Unit head Lauren Dyogi. "The twist is a first in the history of the "The Big Brother". The new season of Pinoy Big Brother will welcome the new housemates as guest of the big brother house and the daily program will be hosted by Mariel Rodriguez, Toni Gonzago and Bianza Gonzales. Lots of gimiks and online interactions will be hosted at http://www.pinoybigbrother.multiply.com.

Yes! the new season has invaded the social media sites and I know this will be the big page turner for the entire Big brother series.More pics below and also a close up look of the new housemates sa bahay ni Kuya.
The big brother house looks like to be a 2 floor house, that's why it was called Double up, there are also hints that there might be two big brother in the house, not sure yet, but Lauren Dyogi said that there might be a possibility and it will be big surprise for all. Also the 2 floor house will be completed before Sunday and the old Big Brother house that we know from the previous series and season is no longer available, they renovated and fix everything for having a new look and angle. "The kitchen has been relocated, the bedroom is different, the camera angle wont be the same as you seen in previous season", Lauren Dyogi explained to us, and it showed a surprise facial expression from the three PBB hosts, and told us that they don't have any idea what it look it.

The old big brother house has been damaged by the Typhoon Ondoy, and the renovation took place after it and rebuilding a new house for this new season. "The new big brother house is much more stronger, and different from the old house, it can withstand from any typhoon and storm, this time we are very ready and assure of our housemates safety." Dyogi said. I'm very excited for the new season, and the feeling of attending a press con and interviews with the makers of the PBB added more excitement to me, I think the TV will be glued to my eyes and see who are these new housemates.

Anushaka Bahn (Creative Consultant - Big Brother) expresses her warm welcome and congratulates the incoming housemates, she said that the PBB show really inspires all Filipinos which makes it more special than other Big Brother series.

more photo coveage of the event here in my photo album at Pinoy Big Brother Double Up - press conference

here are some of the teaser of the new housemates. From their background and status in life, the reality show is indeed interesting.

according to this video, he is the richest person among the housemates

Simpatikong Kusinero from Batangas, is a struggling person who lives as a chef in a restaurant who works for the father of his girlfriend (gf is pregnant) and working really hard just to make money and save it for their marriage.

inserting a sexy girl in the roster of housemates will make the story more interesting. According to the video, she will be the reigning hotness that will drive the male housemates crazy.

imagine... make Nanay Dioniso more younger. I'm laughing at this video, because she's so funny and I think she is a potential big winner in the future. If my hearing aid is correct, she is a teacher that joined the big brother house.

another sexy girl...and a mom.

you read it right...conservative...

and the young widow.

these are just a teaser and watch out for more videos or news at ABS CBN.

and here are some my pics and coverage from the event.

with Bianca Gonzales, thanks for checking out my camera pop up flash diffuser :)

with my friendly bloggers.

with Mariel Rodriguez, love to have a photo with her after she makes funny smiles at me whenever I take pictures of her during the presscon

Toni Gonzaga, freshly came from Taytay at the Ondoy victim sites

at the end of the press con, Lauren Dyogi clears his name and explained to us that he is not "kuya" or the big brother voice character inside the house, he also cleared that he is not "Bro" of May Bukas Pa and the "banker" of Deal or no Deal. The three female hosts also defended that Lauren and Kuya are different person, and this was a living proof when they saw Lauren watching the video live monitor with them to monitor the activity of the housemates, and then they even heard Kuya spoke to the housemates in real time. Thus makes Lauren and Kuya a different person. hmmm.. so what do you guys think?

Planet X comics 1st year anniversary 2009

I just got info that this event was moved to October 17th

Its comics time again kids!
and looks like that the comics convention-type and style will be brought to the malls again. Planet X comics will be celebrating its 1st year anniversary on October 3, 2009, thats a Saturday for comic lovers, at Level III of Glorietta 4.

Artist signing will start at 1pm-5pm only.
First 100 customers present at the event will receive free comic packs and loot bag, special limited prints and many more. Planet X comics is also having a big sale, that's 50% off on selected items. And for a minimum purchase of P300, you are entitled for a raffle and have a chance to win an original art sketch from your favorite artist.

Participating artists are:
Jay Anacleto
Lan Medina
Leinil Yu
Gerry Alanguilan
Edgar Tadeo
Stephen Segovia
Lui Antonio
Harvey Tolibao
Mico Suayan
Gilbert Monsanto

with special appeaance of Maharlika comics creators
Danny Acuna
Rico Rival
Ernie Patricio
Jun Lofamia
and many special guests.

trust me guys, if you are into comics and love to meet all our local comic creators, then you should start attending this event, because it happens only every comic convention and store events meeting them in person.

Charlotte Carey Ad Campaign for Rock & Republic, Fall 2009/Winter 2010

I posted two photos from the Rock & Republic ad campaign recently. Here is the complete set (I hope). Also, the Rock & Republic website has a great song. Can someone ID the name of the song?

Model: Charlotte Carey (Photogenic LA) & Stephane Olivier (Photogenic LA)
Ad Campaign: Rock & Republic, Fall 2009/Winter 2010
Photographer: Giuliano Bekor
Stylist: Keegan Singh
Hair: Giannandrea
Makeup: Gudrun

Sources: Photos #1, 3-7 from Rock & Republic, Photo #2 from Zinio abd Photo #8 from Le Book

the veronicas peta

Vintage Coats - 1970s

Today, I continue our look at coats through the decades with the 1970s. As we saw last week, in the late 1960s, maxi coats and capes were hugely popular. These trends continue into the early 70s, but if there is one coat that defines the 1970s, it is the wrap coat.

1975

1972

No matter if they were made of wool, cashmere, tweed, or leather. No matter whether they had big fur collars or not, a coat that was belted with it's own sash was the look.

1974

As more casual clothing started to become popular, leather coats and denim jackets are seen more and more.

1973

The traditional poplin trench coat, a menswear style popular for decades, is translated for women.

1972

As pants become a mainstay of a woman's wardrobe, shorter jackets become stylish as an alternative to a longer coat.

1973

Knit fabrics are everywhere in the early 70s, and sweater coats, often with fur fronts or fur trim, are very popular. Long thickly knit cardigans that are belted at the waist are often worn as coats too.

By the late 1970s, belted styles are gone, and a straighter silhouette reigns. We start to see larger shoulder pads emerge, a harbinger of the 1980s.

Quilted, snap front coats are popular in the late 1970s. These are both reversible from one color to another.

By 1979, shoulders are dropping, big shoulder pads are in, and the oversized look emerges. We'll see more of this next week, with a look at coats in the 1980s.