Sneak Peek | Laneige x Swarovski BB Cushion Crystal Edition!

When it comes to pretty packaging, Korean cosmetics brand Laneige is always a front runner. I don't think there ever was a time when I did not swoon over their seasonal collections. Case in point, this collaboration collection with PLAYNOMORE, and this collaboration collection with Lucky Chouette, and last but not the least, the Milkyway Fantasy collection - by far, my most favorite.

Now for this summer, Laneige teams up with Swarovksi, the world's most popular producer of crystals, to bring us the Laneige x Swarovski BB Cushion Crystal Edition. It's a limited edition release, and perhaps the most precious BB Cushion just yet.

Laneige x Swarovski BB Cushion Crystal Edition.

The BB Cushion is housed in a lovely, iridescent pact with genuine Swarovski crystals embedded on the cover. Specially created by Swarovski for Laneige, the crystal is called Sirius, named after the brightest star in the Milky Way. It's also the crystal that most closely resembles a diamond.

Meet Sirius.

And because it's an authentic Swarovski product, you will find the official Swarovski seal on the BB Cushion's box flap.

Swarovski seal on the box flap.

The Laneige x Swarovski BB Cushion Crystal Edition is available in two variants - Whitening and Pore Control, and comes in two shades - #13 Ivory and #21 Beige.

Real crystals! :)

It's now available in Laneige stores across South Korea and retails for 37000 won each (around Php 1600 or $33).

Will you be getting this new BB Cushion? I just did! :)

5 Ways to be the Coolest Bride and Groom Ever.

Although a wedding is primarily about the bride and groom, a truly great wedding celebration brings joy to a whole group of people. This includes the bridesmaids and groomsmen who work hard to make your big day great. Here are five tips to keeping your wedding party happy and properly thanking your friends for their help.

Photo credit: The Knot.

Keep It Affordable
No one wants to go bankrupt celebrating someone else’s wedding. Think about the needs and budgets of your bridesmaids and groomsmen when you make your plans. If you’re planning a destination wedding, consider paying their travel expenses. Choose dresses and tuxedos that can be rented or purchased cheaply. Finally, don’t expect expensive gifts from your wedding party, since they are already contributing their time and efforts.

Keep It Flattering
Don’t ask your bridesmaids and groomsmen to wear something ugly, embarrassing, or revealing. You may want an unusual wedding theme or style, but consider their taste and comfort. Although the focus will mostly be on the bride, no one wants to look foolish in public.

Respect Their Time
While the bride and groom may be thinking about nothing but their wedding plans, everyone else is busy leading their lives. If you schedule a series of events, including an engagement party, a bridal shower, and a rehearsal dinner, your wedding party may get tired of the whole occasion. Similarly, don’t obsessively call or email your bridesmaids and groomsmen. Sending them a Save the Date card from https://www.brideandgroomdirect.co.uk/shop/save-the-date should be enough. You may be filled with ideas or worries, but they are probably thinking about other things.

Be Grateful
Sometimes, a simple “thank you” is enough to show your gratitude. Better yet, buy a small gift of appreciation for each member of your wedding party. Most people would be happy with swarovski wedding gifts or other high end merchandise, available from stores like Cal Global USA. Make sure each member of the party is recognized, but be especially grateful to the individuals who help organize the event and bachelor or bachelorette parties.

Relax And Have Fun
The best weddings start with a positive attitude. Your happiness will be contagious, so share it with your wedding party. Try to relax and enjoy your big day without worrying about little details. The bridesmaids and groomsmen have the power to make a wedding great. Treat them right, and they will give you a wedding party that you deserve.

Nailed | Design Glassware's Art in Every Nail File.

Like most women, I have a penchant for pretty, perfectly polished nails. Getting a manicure and a pedicure is my cheap thrill, and has long been my bi-monthly habit. And although my skills in using a nipper and applying nail polish leaves much to be desired (which is why I always seek the services of our neighborhood manicurist), when it comes to filing my nails, I pretty much have this one nailed.

Filing your nails is the first step in achieving picture perfect nails. To keep your nails smooth and shaped, filing should be done properly and regularly. All these can be achieved by one tiny tool - the nail file.

You'd be surprised that there actually are different types of nail files. There's the acrylic nail file and the metal nail file. And then there's the most common of all, the cardboard nail file. There are also glass nail files and crystal nail files - more expensive than the others, but the most hygienic to use, as they can easily be washed with soap and water.

Photo credit: Design-Glassware.com

Glass nail files from Design-Glassware.com are manufactured by Mont Bleu, a world-renowned supplier of of glass nail files. Made from top quality Czech glass, these nail files are anything but ordinary. Not only do they bear quality certificates from the Czech Republic, Russia, and EU, they have also been tested and approved by the Czech Institute of Health.

Intricate patters and Swarovski crystals are common designs of these nail files. These patterns were crafted in the SIS-Luxury Glass Fashion in Prague - the official design studio of Design Glassware. Each and every glass nail file sold at the store comes with a lifetime warranty, and are packed inside protected plastic cases.

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Svarowski Crystal nail files, as the name suggests, are crystal nail files decorated with precious Swarovski elements. Like the glass nail files, they also have a lifetime guarantee on the filing surface, and are made from Czech tempered glass. Variations in the colors and patterns of these crystals give the customer an array of designs to choose from, and makes these nail files a unique work of art.

Design Glassware ships worldwide, either through Czech post priority air mail or FedEx international priority service. Shipping via post office is cheaper, but takes approximately fourteen days. The latter is a tad expensive, but shipping time takes only two days at the most. For a limited time only, Design Glassware offers free airmail priority shipping for orders worth over 50 Euros (approximately $70 or Php 2700).

The site also offers discounts for wholesalers, with discounts starting at 40% for purchases worth 1000 Euros. Other note-worthy products sold at Design Glassware include compact mirrors, manicure sets, cosmetic brushes, and pens with Swarovski crystals.