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I am at the point where i cant wait to start working, earning and live my life that took (technically "taking" i am still not done yet *sad face*) 8 academic years to prepare me for! Im so done with writing essays, researching and being a student (8 years!!!!). I know i am going to regret this once i start working, i am definitely going to miss student privileges! $2 coffee, cheaper bus fares, cheap airplane tickets, ASOS discounts, concert tickets and etc. I know i mentioned that i was dreading to be an adult, but oh well, its time to grow up. I have been stuck in this limbo for too long.

I think that its good to have a vision of what you want in life and stick to it. Things change and things you least expect to happen will happen along the way, but you have a guide to what you want. I had a five year plan when i was 20 years old and i am very proud to say that i have achieved it. Maybe not everything i penciled down but the core bits like education and finding happiness that has nothing to do with a person, a cat or a thing. Now, that 5 year plan is over, it is natural for me to have another 5 year plan!

and part of my 5 year plan is getting a cat named honey badger :) The next few months is going to change my life upside down in a very scary but in a liberating kind of way. Im looking forward to that. This is for my honey badger cat! 

Stripes and Hibiscus

Had a very eventful Saturday that lead to an uneventful Sunday. Somewhat a balanced weekend! I am starting to live for weekends. i used to take my weekends for granted because it felt like any other day. Hanging out with Don has made me appreciate the weekends more and its reminding me that my "reality" of 9-5 job is coming soon. *sad face* Weekends are going to be precious. 

Sunday morning, we took Don's dog for a walk around the block of his house and Khaira, being easily amused (also i think i was missing my dad who has a green thumb) we basically stopped at every flower and herb plant, we walked by. I like flowers and plants but i don't like the gardening bit. i tried, Dad bought me a Bonsai plant that you only need to water once a week and it died. We were walking along the path and i saw pink hibiscuses. In true Khaira form, i squealed in excitement and pointed out to Don that the Bunga Raya is Malaysia's national flower. He whipped out his phone and took pictures of in the midst of me squealing. You only start appreciating your home when you are far from it.

Outfit:

Dress: Sports girl

Watch: Rip Curl

Glasses: Moscot

I love these shots because you can see my tangled messy curls, my highlights and my ombre! i have come to a realisation that my wardrobe is slowly filling up with stripes. 

Funny smile because i was caught off guard to Don taking pictures. I was really happy with my winged liner that morning, considering i had only 20 minutes to get ready! I am acing at winged liner that felt like forever to master.

Below is my FOTD:

Left to Right: Tarte Amazonian Clay 12-hours blush in Rouge, Naked Basics by Urban Decay, Maybelline Fit Me Concealer in Medium Moyen 25, Nars Radiant Creamy Concealer in Caramel, Stila Stay All Day Waterproof Liquid Eye Liner in black, Nivea Lip Care Pure & Natural Milk & Honey, Mac in Bad Girl RiRi.

Loving the Maybelline Fit Me Concealer for my under eyes! it definitely brightens my dark circles, but it wears off after a few hours BUT does not settle in my fine lines. YAY! This is where my YSL Touche Eclat comes in for mid-day touch ups. Such a waste to stop using it, but perfect for touch ups.

Bastiste Dry Shampoo (Review)

I take great pride in taking care of my hair. Its dark, thick, heavy, prone to spilt ends and pretty much high maintenance but i love pampering my hair with hair mask, hair oils and such. I try to go a few days in between washing my hair. Number 1: my hair is really long and its such a burden to wash. Number 2: it gives me time to let the natural oils in my hair build so my hair doesn't dry out.

KL where i live is hot, humid and everything tropical. The minute you step out of the house, you will sweat! Its crazy! Even after a shower, while putting clothes on, you will sweat! I have been a dry shampoo fan for years but it was during my summer break when I was back home, I realised that i needed dry shampoo in my life permanently (if i was going to live in KL). The story is...our water heater broke. My house is over 30 years old, so it was still using the old water system and needed to be re-wired <- i dont know what was the deal! its taking forever to fix and when i mean forever, it is still not fixed!!!!!!!!! im going back in a month, really not looking forward to it!!! This also happened simultaneously when KL was having water shortage, certain suburbs in KL didnt have water for days, including mine! (sorry, still very bitter about the no water, no hot water and uncomfortable hot weather i went through) /bitter rant ends.

I depended on dry shampoo to make my hair look presentable. This thing was a life saver. I finished two big cans within two months. It frustrates me that the Malaysian market does not sell dry shampoo. I particularly liked Bastiste Dry Shampoo because of the smell. My favourite is tropical - it smells heavenly of coconut and vanilla.

How I Use It:

1. After second day hair, i would shake the can vigorously and lightly spray on my hair. I say lightly because there will be white residue which is the powder and it can get every where on your hair if not careful.

2. After that I would gently go through my hair and dust off whatever white residue is left and brush my hair like normal to evenly distribute the powder.

3. Style my hair. Usually in a ponytail or side braid.

It delays shampooing hair but doesn't replace shampoo. Pretty much from this review you can tell, I love this product! It is convenience and easy to use. It doesn't enhance my greasiness, oily or weighted down. I have a small travel size can in my handbag at all time for emergencies. I have to admit that it does make my hair little dull but I dont mind because i know eventually my hair will get washed.

You can get your Bastiste Dry Shampoo 400ml at Priceline for AUD15.95

I want.

June Wishlist by tonkskay featuring Alexander Wang

1. Tarte Amazonian Clay 12 Hour Blush in Exposed. 
I love their blushes and cant wait to get my hands on another one.

2. Nars Sheer Glow Foundation
Because...i dont need a reason to want it.

2. YSL Rougue Voupte Shine 12
I have one in 19. Beautiful deep maroon that is almost purple. I want a more neutral everyday colour.

3. LOMO LCA+
A friend mentioned that i should move on from my fisheye and be brave with my pictures! This is getting crossed off my list as soon as it camera arrives. I am so glad i finally got it!! this camera has been on my list for years and it will be in my hands soon!

4. LOMO Smena 8m




Dreamy and vibrant pictures like this should explain why every film lover needs this camera!

5. Nike Roshe
...because a girl can never have too many roshes. Especially black with polkadots on them.

6. Fjallraven Kanken Mini
...because a girl needs one in all sizes.

7. Alexander Wang Diego
I want it in cream to compliment my Rockie.



This is what happens when Khaira gets annoyed and she calms down by looking at pretty things. Bye bye = $$$

Nobody dyes their hair blonde during winter

After complaining tirelessly to Don (LOL, HAHA!) about how badly i needed a trim and fix my brassy ombre hair. i got my hair done! It was supposed to be just a trim but i thought, you know what, just go crazy and i added highlights to them! I am still getting used to seeing myself...blonde. i have had black/brown hair for 25 years and every time i look at myself in a passing mirror, i cringe. i feel like an asian trying to be white and Don teases me all the time about it :(

Here are three selfies for you to enjoy with my beautiful map and laundry in the background.