sew unique. Sew Da Kine.

i'm always on the lookout for things that are different and unique. so when i heard there were bags made of cork, i was intrigued...and a bit skeptical. i mean, cork is dry. cork is stiff. right?

the first time i felt the cork bags from Sew Da Kine, i was surprised at how soft they were. like buttah...softer than some of the leather bags i own. even better, cork is sustainable, washable, antimicrobial, and hypoallergenic!

still, i had to test this out. i carried this large pakeke bucket bag for three months straight, and it exceeded my expectations. now, i use my bags...really use my bags. i stuff them, toss them, and throw 'em on the ground! ok, not really. the cork remained soft and smooth, the bag still looks clean and brand new.

if you are looking for a unique gift from made here in hawaii, check out Sew Da Kine's selection of cork bags and wallets.

check out the workmanship and details. love the starfish interior.

old navy dress; lulu's shoes; aldo sunglasses

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colourpop haul + review.

i've loved colourpop since their humble beginnings two years ago. i started my "collection" with 3-4 lippies and their matching lippie stix. when i placed my order this time, i was running low on a few other items, so i decided to try some of their other products. here's what i received:

- echo park ultra satin lip

- aquarius lippie

- ellarie lippie

- banging brunette brow pencil

- get leid blush

- between the sheets blush

- no shame creme gel colour

- shadow to-a-t

- weho mini gloss (promo)

-piranha mini gloss (promo)

- finders keepers mini gloss (promo)

wearing echo park ultra satin lip +

creme gel color (eggplant-color eyeliner)

my thoughts:

the retractable brow pencil was soft and applied smooth, but the color was too dark for my preference. i do still use on occasion, but a bit too severe for everyday. i definitely recommend, but i just happen to fall in between the blonde and brunette shades.

i had high hopes for the creme gel colour, but the formula is very dry/drying. it's not very forgiving if you are messy or make mistakes during application. it became so dry and hard on my lids that it changed my eye shape! it was like i was wearing tape on my lids which gave me a double eyelid. will not repurchase.

the ultra satin lip was definitely my favorite. the formula is very liquidy and the applicator picks up a lot of product...i have to wipe off excess product several times before applying, but it feels nice on the lips and is not drying. it's long wearing; i usually don't have to reapply throughout most of the day.

the classic lippies are always great. they apply well, smell good, and look nice. i did begin to notice that they are a little drying, so i usually don't reapply since they may make my lips peel.

the shadows and blushes look amazing in their pots but don't have much pigmentation. you really have to use a lot of product or apply heavily with your fingers as they sometimes recommend. i still like them, though, as i don't wear heavy makeup. i can layer up for more color if need. i thought get leid was going to be way too bright, but i actually like it better than the mauve. 

have you tried colourpop?

what's your favorite colourpop product?

POPSUGAR Must Have Box. September.

it's that time again! who doesn't love a box of happiness delivered to your door every month? september's POPSUGAR must have box gets you thinking about fall with cool-weather materials and colors like this wool hat and red lip gloss.

my favorite thing about the must have box is that you'll get full-sized products in every box. now you can take $5 off your first box with code: Shop5. AND...if you order an October box, you'll automatically be entered to win a whole year of must have box!!

here's what was in my september box:

1) Jack + Lucy Bicoastal Wide Brim Hat (similar)

2) NCLA Mani E.R.

3) Briogeo Don't Despair, Repair! Deep Conditioning Mask

4) FLINT Lint Roller 

5) Smith & Cult Lip Lacquer in 'The Warning'

6) The Gluten Free Bites Dark Chocolate Coconut Bites

you can find more information on each product here.

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join POPSUGAR Must Have now and get the Must Have box for $39.95 or the MINI Must Have for only $18.95!

see my july unboxing here.

see my june Must Have box here.

see my august Must Have box here.

see my november Must Have box here.