OPI's 'Light My Sapphire'

OPI's 'Light My Sapphire' is a deep bluish/purple with silver micro-glitter that gives it an almost cloudy sheen. Since it is a very dark colour, I was worried that the formula would be difficult to work with and bleed easily, but this formula has to be one of the best OPI formulas that I have ever worked with. It has a smooth, buttery consistency and is opaque after applying two coats. Super, just super! 

OPI's 'Light My Sapphire'

OPI's 'Light My Sapphire'

OPI's 'Light My Sapphire'

Despite the great formula, I have to admit that I found myself getting bored of this colour quite quickly. Maybe I'm just too excited for spring but I found the colour to be too deep and dark; not having enough dimension. Since it is named after a gem, I was hoping for a more vibrant shade of blue but it ended up being almost dull-looking in certain lighting. 

What's your favourite OPI nail polish??

xx mindy

Mac's 'Hot Tahiti' Lipstick

Hot Tahiti was my very first lipstick that I purchased from Mac. It is a glaze finish and the Mac website describes the colour as a 'reddish-coral." I love this lipstick because it's a very wearable red and very build-able, as well. It's my go-to red lipstick when I want a bit of added drama without having to worry about maintenance throughout the day.

Mac's Hot Tahiti

Mac's Hot Tahiti Lipstick at different intensities

The reason why Hot Tahiti is so wearable, apart from it being a glaze, is because it's a very dynamic colour. If worn lightly, it can come off as more of a pinky-orange shade. If you build the colour, it can come off as a deeper, plummy shade. I personally like wearing Hot Tahiti as more of a lip stain; wearing it quite lightly. If you're wanting something more dramatic, you can apply a red lip liner underneath, or even a darker shade of red lipstick.

Mac's Hot Tahiti

Hot Tahiti is a great shade of red for all those who are just getting their feet wet with red lipstick do not be afraid!!. I highly recommend it!

xx mindy

Denim Bomber Jacket

I picked up this acid wash denim jacket while shopping in Harajuku and I love it! The denim is actually quite soft, almost a chambray, and the gray hood is also detachable! They only had one size available (M), but I love the fit; it's not tight or restricting, but it's not so big that you feel like you're drowning in it. The stitching pattern and the cut are very unique; needless to say, I'm in love~

Denim Bomber Jacket 

Denim Bomber Jacket - Harajuku, Tokyo

Black Beanie - Asos

Is anyone else excited for spring?!




xx mindy

Studded silver drop-back earrings

I picked up these studded earrings while shopping in Tokyo. I was drawn to them because there is a stud hanging from the butterfly-back (check out that earring anatomy!), so there are two studs that are visible; one on your earlobe and one hanging underneath! Pretty and neat! 

P. S. is anyone else freaking out that it's already March?! Yikes!


xx mindy

Trending: Unicorn Graphic T's

Trending: Unicorn Graphic T's by curlsandmindy 

I've been seeing unicorns on graphic t's everywhere for spring! I don't mean to be a debbie-downer, but I'm not sure if I'm a fan...maybe I'm just getting old. What do you guys think?

xx mindy 

OOTD: Shibuya, Tokyo + Bershka Sunglasses

Decided to go a bit buck-wild today and left my hair au naturale-- plus a quick blow-dry. I was very excited to pick up these round, metallic framed sunglasses from Bershka in Shibuya, Tokyo! I've been eyeing an almost identical style, the Rayban 3447's (link!), forever but they are most definitely out of my price range at the moment :/ what else is new? These frames will make a good budget-friendly substitute at approx $15 USD :)

Vintage Camo Jacket: Urban Outfitters (Link)

Gray Hoodie: Second-hand

Gray Sweatshirt: H&M

Trousers: American Apparel (Link)

Sneakers: Converse

Sunglasses: Bershka (Link)

xx mindy

Zara Mirrored Tiger T-shirt

I picked this up while shopping at Zara in Shibuya, Tokyo. The material is thin and billow-y so it's perfect for spring and summer! That and the lengths is long, so it drapes nicely off the body and I don't have to worry about plumber bum.



xx mindy