Review & Swatches: Sleek MakeUp Lip Vip Lipsticks

Review & Swatches: Sleek MakeUp Lip Vip Lipsticks

Thursday, 29 June 2017

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We have just started the second week of Summer and the heat is already intolerable. Yet, on those days when you’re going out but you don’t want to put on too much makeup; let’s say a bit of sunblock, bb cream, blush and mascara – a bright lipstick makes you look more put together and summery.

Now to be honest, these colours are totally out of my comfort zone however seeing that it is summer and bright lipsticks are a must in Summer, I thought I would give them a try and share my thoughts about them.

The first lipstick I have is my favourite shade of all; 1003 Backstage which is a peachy-coral pink. I feel that this shade suits me best out of the 3 shades I’ve tried.

Next up we have 1008 Flaunt It. It’s a bright coral-orange shade in a semi-matte texture therefore it has a slight gloss to it as well. It is definitely one of those shades that will attract attention; the name Flaunt It is very apt as well.

And finally, we have shade 1005 Hot Tottie. This is a bright fuchsia shade which is slightly more cool toned. This lipstick was part of the Whimsical Wonderland Collection.

All of these lipsticks are quite moisturizing on the lips. This is due to the fact that they contain Shea Butter, Coconut Oil, and Vitamin E to look after, and hydrate your lips. Another thing that attracted me to this collection from Sleek MakeUp is the fact that they’re extremely pigmented – one application is enough to get an opaque colour.  They apply very velvety and are quite lasting on the lips – not as long-lasting as their Matte Me liquid lipsticks – but for a bullet lipstick, they’re quite lovely. They also have a light chocolate-y scent to them, probably due to the shea butter which is a scent I personally love.

The packaging is really impressive for such a budget, drugstore brand, and Sleek MakeUp are clearly upping their game. Chic matte black casing, with a clear plastic section to see the shade (which I appreciate), gives them that luxurious feel and they do look quite pretty on your vanity. 

They’re such high quality lipsticks for a drugstore priced brand! I love them!

I got mine from Melita Health and Beauty in St Julians. Sleek MakeUp are imported by Paloma Cosmetics Ltd.

Have you ever tried any of Sleek Lip Vip Lipsticks?

Love, Thereseanne

Making Waves at The Pink Fashion Show | June 2017

Making Waves at The Pink Fashion Show | June 2017

Friday, 23 June 2017

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Malta’s Pink Magazine bi-annual Fashion Show was recently held at the newly refurbished Ray’s Lido in Little Armier.

Produced by Pink Magazine’s editor-in-chief Fiona Galea Debono, and styled by Marisa Grima, the audience was treated to a series of summery looks from breezy dresses to beach wear. Featuring well-known brands and their ready-to-wear collections, the 2017 Summer edition of the show was the perfect mix of fashion meets summer soiree. The team behind the show are well known for choosing stunning locations and both creative and original elements which this year resulted in the models arriving on the catwalk from a yacht on jet skis.

Moving onto the show, the trends this summer range from flowy kaftans and maxi dresses to more formal dresses and dressy pants. Colours and patterns ranged from brights to lighter pastel shades and from stripes to florals. The models’ sleek hairstyles were the work of Screen Professional Hair Salons while their bronzy sunkissed make up looks were applied by a talented team of Guerlain make-up artists. The photos below, courtesy of Justin Ciappara, depict my some of my favourite pieces by the participating brands: Calzedonia, O’hea Opticians, Joseph Ribkoff, Furla, Ipanema, Stefania’s, Optika Opticians, Carla Grima Atelier, Coccinelle, Orsay, Dor Boutique, and Rebelli.

So let’s delve into each one!

The show was kicked off by models rocking beach wear from Calzedonia and sunglasses from O’hea Opticians.

Next came out some stylish dresses by Joseph Ribkoff complemented by the most gorgeous of bags by Furla.

Ipanema was the next brand to showcase their very comfortable looking flipflops. They ranged from flats to wedges, each appropriate for upcoming beach days.

Up next came Stefania’s which showed some more classy outfits, specifically summer-appropriate work wear. 

Moving on to Carla Grima Atelier, a local brand, paired with eyewear from Optika Opticians, we saw some gorgeous flowy and colourful kaftans, clothes and swimwear. From statement eyewear to prescription glasses, each style is beautiful in its own way. And I have to admit, Carla Grima’s pieces were one of my favourites!

Following after we saw some lovely bags from Coccinelle, from bright candy shades to monochromatic and neutral ones; there’s something for everyone.

Orsay was the next brand to showcase their summer collection. Pink was the prevalent colour in their collection. I also love the fact that despite the fact that their clothes are classier, one can make them work even for an event or dress them down to something more casual; they can take you from day to night, just like that.

The last 2 brands were probably my favourite from the whole show, as they say, they left the best for last. And they did, indeed. Starting off with Dor Boutique, we saw some shiny, flowy, dressy outfits. I’m just loving the frill-y and off shoulder trend at the moment!

Finally, we saw Rebelli, a brand which is synonymous with luxury brands. From them we saw some smart and casual wear by Versace Jeans and swimwear and accessories by Michael Kors. Hands down, most gorgeous swimwear ever!

After the show, we were all invited to move on to the sandy beach for a wonderful after-party to kick off the summer season. It was also a good opportunity to catch up with fellow bloggers as well as brand managers I get to collaborate with from time to time.

A big thank you also goes to the sponsors who supported the show; Barcode, Beretta, Campari, Chemimart, Diet Kinnie, Inside Out Design Finishes, Interior Outfitters, Magnum, Paco Rabanne, Palatino Camilleri Wines, Pandora, Renault, San Carlo, Ted Baker (new brand launched by Sunlab), Tettiera, and Vichy.

Well done to all the team behind Pink Magazine who dedicate a great deal of time and energy to put together such a fantastic and well-organised show!

Until next time!

Love, Thereseanne