Natural yet Cute Eye Makeup with Dolly Wink

Being a fan of Japanese makeup, I was so excited that Dolly Wink has recently released new lashes! It was in conjunction with the 10th anniversary~ A total of 16 designs for four occasions was launched in Japan on the 11.11, and a week later they're available in Malaysia! Thank goodness we can all buy the lashes on 4allbeauty!

Dolly Wink was first created from the determination of  Tsubasa Masuwaka, who struggled to maintain her cute look all the time. She was and still is the iconic Japanese ギャル (directly read as gyaru) or "girl" trend model which depicts cuteness (girly), and she instantly became popular among many Japanese young girls after her first debut in the Popteen magazine in 2004. Her Dolly Wink fake eyelashes made their first appearance in 2009 and they were loved by many people around the globe. I am no exception heheh 

Despite the current trends of eyelash extension and layers of mascara, Tsubasa and the Dolly Wink company in Japan, Koji Honpo, strive to get the fake eyelash back on trend and win the hearts of many again. True enough that eyelash extension is expensive yet has short "life span", and it damages the follicle. I definitely do not want to risk getting infected or blind from the chemical too. As for mascara, Japanese consumers have claimed that they find it tedious and troublesome to go through the same routine everyday. It takes time to apply and remove, and mascara tends to get lumps and drops over time. I totally get it! In order to overcome these problems, the new lashes are created to bring a whole new level of satisfaction with ease! It has been a decade, but Tsubasa Masuwaka doesn't seem to age at all LOL

I was lucky to be able to attend the Dolly Wink event, organised by Koji-honpo Malaysia and The Butterfly Project last Saturday at Kakiyuki! Everyone was required to go without eye makeup because we would have Dolly Wink Eye Makeup Contest there~ I was really looking forward to attend it because I planned to dress up in Lolita to go with the dresscode, Kawaii Japanese Christmas.

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We had time for photos and food before the event began! Here's the first thing I want to show you!

Closer shot in my video, which is available on my YouTube channel~

Yoyogi Custard Pudding
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I couldn't resist the pudding!!!

It was so soft and jiggly and I love it!!!

Daifuku set
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The daifuku set consists of matcha strawberry, goma, chocolate, yuzu honey, yam and genmaicha. I didn't enjoy this very much because the daifuku sticks to the doily paper. I couldn't taste it properly :/

Hojicha and Uji Matcha Rolls
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I swear the rolls are so soft and delicious! I am already missing it!!! I must come back for the rolls one day!

Matcha and Kinako Warabimochi
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I didn't get to try them. Sad.

We were served hot green tea too! It was great to have the warmth combined with sweet dessert!!

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Christmas vibe in Kakiyuki~

The event started after 1 p.m., with speech from Leonard and Tammy, the founder of The Butterfly Project. They introduced everyone about Dolly Wink and the new lashes. Referring to the first image in this post, you will see the phrase "easy lash". On top of it is the Japanese phrase that translates as lashes extension in 10 seconds. In other words, the Dolly Wink lashes are easily fixed in merely 10 seconds. Hence the tagline "easy lash". We should be all thankful for how quick we can fix the lashes on our eyes!

After the speech was the Dolly Wink Eye Makeup Contest.

All of us were required to do the eye makeup on only one eye in 30 minutes so that we could see the differences. We also had the chance to use Dolly Wink products given and prepared~ There were 2 mirrors, eyelash curlers and two different eyeshadow palettes, Silver Grey and Shiny Brown for four people to share. And by the way, we also received a goodie bag of Dolly Wink items worth RM 250!!! Here's what everyone got~

And so it began~

The tutorial video on how to put on Dolly Wink lash is available on YouTube, and shared on the Butterfly Community on Facebook. You can watch the tutorial here~

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What I noticed in the new lashes is they are a lot more natural and have shorter lash band. I was really surprised because the older ones are long and I had to trim the lash tail to fit my eyes. Out of the four designs, I wanted to try the #6 design which has more volume and density. Despite that, it was really natural and didn't stand out when I put it on. Then, I settled for design #16 which gives a rounder eye look.

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I have to admit that it was my first time using a Dolly Wink eyeliner. Although I'm not a big fan of black eyeliner, I was pleased that the Melty Gel Liner has a soft brush tip that feels smooth and doesn't hurt the eyelid. What I like the most is it is waterproof! I only found out about it when I wanted to remove the eyeliner swatch at the back of my palm using my wet tissue. I had to rub several times and my skin turned slightly red LOL and a few days later when I read the eyeliner properly, I found out that it's a gel type.

When we were done with the eye makeup, we got to eat the shaved ice with our partner~ My new friend, Liz ordered a Matcha Brûlée for the both of us~

The brûlée on top was crunchy and tasted superior hahahah the matcha was good, and there were red beans in it~ Liz thought that the matcha was tasteless, but it was fine with me. When the contest was over, we could complete the eye makeup on both eyes. I forgot to capture my own photos as I was busy recording. :(

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Here's a photo of Liz and I.

While waiting for the winners announcement, we also had time to chat with others and take more photos. At this point, I do realise that I ALWAYS forget to take photos with friends. So I can only reshare and add photos my friends shared on their Instagram stories.

Speaking of Instagram story, by all means, please view my Dolly Wink clips and images I put on my Instagram~

From left: Syafiera, Diana, Koji-honpo staff, Rawlins, Keera, Liz

Here are the faces of the Dolly Wink Eye Makeup Contest winners~ Congratulations to all of them~ Each of them won a RM 100 online shopping voucher, if I'm not mistaken. That's really great since there are so many year end sales, and the 12.12 sales, and to be given the shopping voucher is just killing two (actually more!) birds with one stone!

What surprised me was there would also be 3 Best Dressed winners! I didn't know about it because I didn't check the event information prior attending. I was sipping my melted Matcha Brûlée when my named was announced. I SWEAR I JUMPED.

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Thank you Syl for helping with the photo~

Let's look at what I received~

So happy with the Christmas gifts, and they are sponsored by Tammy (ﾉ´ヮ`)ﾉ*: ･ﾟﾟ Thank you~

By the way, take a look at this winter wonderland shaved ice! It's called the Blackcurrant Custard and it is topped with a Rudolph cookie~ Sorry for not having a photo of it. The one at the back is Chocolate Mint~ It has a star-shaped chocolate cookie on top ✰

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For a much clearer shot, please head to Kakiyuki Instagram~ There are descriptions on each of the flavour and I'm sure you will be tempted by just reading~ ( ´ ▽ ` )

The Dolly Wink event ended with more photos~ I need to remember to take more photos with friends in future events *sob* It was really fun to meet and make new friends~

I will be updating this post to include my YouTube video, so please stay tuned~ If you're interested to catch a glimpse on the event, you can always go to my Instagram and watch it on my highlight~ I have included the official images of the lashes WITH Japanese to English translation to help everyone. I will put some of them here too~

Longlasting Cuteness

For Dates and Dinner

01: Natural Long

02: Daily Beige

09: Gorgeous Eyes

10: Smoked Doe Eye (Smart Eyes)*

Casual yet Pretty

For daily wear at work or play

03: Extra Fine and Airy (Airy)*

04: Natural and Casual (Casual)*

11: Feminine Brown

12: Curl Brown

Flashy and Fashionable

For events and SNS-worthy moments
05: Elongated Lash Length (Wide)*
06: Volumised Lash (Voluminous)*
13: Blue Tail
14: Holiday Pink 

Gorgeous and Chic

For holidays and parties
07: Actress Eyes (Actress Volumes)*
08: Black Eyes Enhancer (Eyes Emphasis)*
15: Party Purple
16: Round Eyes Curl (Round Curl)*

*names in brackets are the official translation

If you want to buy these Dolly Wink lashes, you can get them on 4allbeauty~ It is only RM 29.90 a pair and it comes with the lovely Dolly Wink lash glue in it. You can get a RM 10 off your first purchase via the app~ Be sure to look out for the app-exclusive promotions and sales~ Alternatively, you can purchase them both online and offline on Sasa~

I want to get the #14 Holiday Pink~ It looks so cute! 

There are more on my highlight, so please check 'em out~
Once again, thank you Koji-honpo Malaysia and The Butterfly Project for organising this Dolly Wink event and thank you Kakiyuki for having us there~
Thank you Tammy too for your hard work this year ♡

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I had so much fun and I look forward for more great things next year~ (｡♥‿♥｡)

JSK, headbow: Starry Night Bear Park
Blouse: Infanta
Ring: White Moon
Petti: misc.
Socks: off-brand
Shoes: Lizjill

-vivian-

Class Party

Aye, with my Form 3 class.

Their PT3 was finally over, and the school promised them interesting activities, including field trips. Well, let's just laugh about that.

Being the form teacher, I told them about a brief report of the class fund. With a balance of mere RM 24, we all wondered what to do with the money. I was unable to return the money since the list of fund collection was long gone, and no one remembered who paid or who did not. Then, a few of them came up with the idea of organising a class party.

Funny enough to say that some of them were so bold to ask for sponsorship from the teachers who teach them this year, but I'm proud to say that they collected adequate money to get things done.

I helped them buy whatever necessary things I could, and prepared the invitation cards. And by the way, the party was held on the same day as my birthday, so it was a 2-in-1 party.

Some of the organising committee members~

My favourite candid photo

The party started at 11 AM, but other teachers were a bit late. And my youth can't wait, so..

Of course, we carried on, because time waits for no one.

I only captured photos and recorded videos until this point. When it was time to feast, I did not touch my gadgets lol

I made a video out of what I had, of course.

I think I can say that it was probably one of the best days ever since I started teaching.

-vivian-

1⁄4 x 100 years old

Yes, yes, I have turned 25 years old! ( ´ ▽ ` ).｡ｏ♡

2016 is probably the year I most look forward to having my birthday celebrated. It's because my birthday happens to fall on a long weekend and I would be in the capital. Being in the capital always means I can meet my relatives and also my friends.

So, Jo (my wingman) and I had agreed to meet up, as usual. We first went to Gindaco to eat the limited-time squid ink takoyaki. It was amazing!

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We headed out to have our meal at a Japanese restaurant and proceeded to have our Starbucks right after lol and before we went back, we went to grab some delicacies at Papa Beard's. Thanks, Jo! ＼(＾∀＾)メ(＾∀＾)ノ

And had dinner with my relatives at night. I felt happy because I got to hangout with both family and friends on the same day. We then went out again, and my aunt told me to pick a cake. Honestly speaking, I don't even remember when was the last time someone told me to choose a cake that I like. I don't remember having many people celebrating my birthday. I had my own awkward moment of silent when the song was being sung. Thank you all, I love you all! (≧◡≦) ♡

And my own present to myself. The cutest toes ever! o(≧▽≦)o

I wish I had more time with everyone.

-vivian-

Malaysian Lolita Club 10th Year Anniversary Tea Party

Yes, you read it right!

This year is the 10th year already! I first knew about the Lolita fashion exactly ten years ago too. Aiko, the founder, is the first person I know from the Lolita community. She was friendly and helped me with the dresses back then. I didn't buy though because.. I was still in school and did not have much money for this fashion (￣▽￣*)ゞ

Anyway, the anniversary, yes. Aiko had invited a Lolita model as a guest to join the tea party but she couldn't come, and Aiko invited another model whom I am more familiar with, RinRin Doll. When I found out that RinRin would come instead, I was delighted, you have no idea. She models for the Japanese Lolita brand, Angelic Pretty, and I have been following her on social media.

So, the anniversary, yes. We had a day for the tea party anniversary and a day for an outing with RinRin. I signed up for both, because.... well, opportunity seldom knocks twice. And meeting RinRin would really mean something to me!

Alright, the anniversary, yes. It was held in mid August in 33 Blue Room in Petaling Jaya. I drove from my house and dropped by at my brother's to makeup and get myself all ready. Thanks to Waze for being a companion (─‿‿─)♡. I thought I was late though, but I was on time.

Merchandises! Tops, fake lashes, post cards. Oh, RinRin even brought the Tokyo Banana Heart! It was limited and I managed to get myself one~ Tokyo Banana is a famous sponge cake that people love to buy as souvenir. I felt happy to be able to taste one ( ◡‿◡ ♡) I also heard that Tokyo Banana often releases limited series of the sponge cake. This Tokyo Banana Heart series was on sale for approximately two weeks.

Keeping ourselves busy with the community~

Oh, this was what we had.

When RinRin finally arrived, I was like OH MY GODDESS. Her face is so tiny in real life! And she is so gentle and graceful!

We also had an interview session with her, which was followed by a lucky draw session. Among the gifts were wigs (sponsored by Dream Holic), accessories like corsages, pompom headbow and items like dust plugs, button badges as well as RinRin postcards. Some of the gifts were sponsored by the girls too! ♡♡♡

Isn't she adorable

LOL she looked funny here

I got myself RinRin's postcard~ Yay~

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And some selfies with the girls~

Clockwise: Priscilla, Hermes, Bunny, Kurumi

Clockwise: ShiWei, Blackcatz, Alice, Minori

Clockwise: Iris, Usagi, Yukiki

And selfie with the star of the day

And lastly, a group photo outside~

Amazing photos were captured by YuenXi

It was such a memorable day! Thank you Aiko and other organisers who made this happen~

And

I'm sorry, I just had to do this even though it's big. ヽ(>∀<☆)ノ

-vivian-