Yep... this happened last night! Boring, done before by everyone I know, but I deserve some props for still being able to  pull a "halloween couple costume" thing out of my ass the last minute (so please don't hate-- I knew I couldve done better lol)! We were seriously both hoping to go as Cosmo and Wanda of the Fairly Oddparents but couldn't find the right color wigs or contacts and didn't have time to prepare for anything... thankful that my sister actually works in the hospital industry and was kind enough to let me borrow her stuff for last night's Eerie Ball event at The Chillage. Sick, sick night. Everyone got way too drunk for their own good... which is exactly how Halloween should be, right? This is the one night I'll let myself off the hook, haha.

Crappy photos via Instagram-- thank god for their web embed feature. Real time updates made super possible!

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GTG -- but before that, here's what we went as in 2010, many moons and many kilos ago. Enjoy!

Wanda Tortoiseshell Sunglasses, AFrame Optics
(bought from The Chillage Store)

mini-bottles of the Orly "Hope and Freedom Fest" collection with names inspired by top music festivals in the world. totes cute

Wet n' Wild Coloricon pencils in purple and kohl... girl's gotta have eyeliner supplies!

Wet n' Wild Lash Nourishing Mascara... I actually can't wait to try this.

LA Colors mineral blush and neutral palette. Such a great blendable palette to use for daily wear!

Wheeee

This made my inner girly girl happy. Thank you Sprint Asia Beauty for these LA Colors, Wet n Wild and Orly goodies! :)

I never thought the day would come where I would proudly wear something very, very...pink. I think we both have a mutual dislike for each other, haha. I kinda grew up with a natural aversion to overtly feminine, frilly things, which is weird considering some of the ladies I'm closest to wear florals and head-to-toe pink on the regular. I guess polar opposites do attract in that sense.

Once in awhile though, I encounter pieces that challenge my "fundamental" sensibilities, and I could most def say that about this shocking pink beanie from Creative Caprice. Since I wear black, white and black/white most of the time, this adds a good focal point. Plus points for beanies being the perf "sucky hair day" accessory, right?

I also would love to send a super special thank you high five to the girls over at The Nerve Clothing for sending in this bitchin' crisp white moto vest from their collection as a gift. Very much wanted and tried to order it, but TNC decided to ship it as a present instead along with a few things, which was quite an unexpected treat. Presents aside, I've been a HUGE fan of their shop for awhile now for being on-the-pulse with what's trendy-- and offering lower-priced quality alternatives. Decided to wear it with my new Forever 21 leather skirt with slits, which I got on super super sale. Seriously, how awesome is Forever 21 when they go on sale? I always make a beeline for the leather items as they are usually the most discounted.

So there. I tried the 15-day sized primer that was given away during the event, and while I can't say that it was a HUGE difference, I noticed that my foundation stayed put much longer and my pores seemed smaller. Verdict? I'd say go for it. The Laura Mercier Flawless Primer currently comes in six variations: Broad Spectrum SPF30 PA++, Basic, Radiance, Mineral, Hydrating and Oil-Free.

A makeup event wouldn't be complete without some goodies! Here's what I got pre-event:

For the meantime, hold on to your horses and your wallets-- for certain well all do quite a bit of shopping when the two superstores open up shop together.:)

Before wrapping up, I'd very much like to thank Topshop Philippines, the SSI and their PR arm Sehralco for letting me get a bit of shopping done which I did, thankfully, during the 50%off sale. Stuff I got:

Snakeskin boxy bag, cropped top and leather woven flats-- all at 50% off yay. Also got a totally useful journal from them:)

Truly grateful! I hope you guys are as excited about Topshop x Topman here in Cebu as I am:)