tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5116364122805043717.post233647199770756575..comments2024-03-16T17:48:15.293+08:00Comments on Rouge Deluxe: Musings on Makeup StashesHaruhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18409492495992394247noreply@blogger.comBlogger28125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5116364122805043717.post-11309171692915272642007-08-13T15:56:00.000+08:002007-08-13T15:56:00.000+08:00Hi Haru, you may not remember me as we have only m...Hi Haru, you may not remember me as we have only met once outside Marriot when you came back to Singapore quite some time back. This is the first time I got linked to your blog from CC and I love your reviews! As someone who works hard for my own money, I agree with spending it in whichever way which please us most! Heh. Do keep your reviews coming :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5116364122805043717.post-59146914290015171262007-08-12T15:21:00.000+08:002007-08-12T15:21:00.000+08:00U rock girl !!! I guess we have every single right...U rock girl !!! I guess we have every single right to spend our hard money on things that make us happy, than what's the point of earn and have those $$$ <BR/><BR/>I did argue with some of my friends, i told them is just the same idea they are willing to spend on their car, the difference is just i am not so much into car, then they all see what is in my head ;p<BR/><BR/>~^0^~Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5116364122805043717.post-57558446670091011232007-08-11T06:14:00.000+08:002007-08-11T06:14:00.000+08:00Goodness, some people just have no class and shame...Goodness, some people just have no class and shame!Haruhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18409492495992394247noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5116364122805043717.post-28054783805461343042007-08-11T02:32:00.000+08:002007-08-11T02:32:00.000+08:00I've gotten comments from postal workers asking wh...I've gotten comments from postal workers asking what is in the packages from Japan. I've very meek so I answered kindly that was cosmetics. I got a snarky reply from one saying "OH WHAT DO YOU RESALE THEM OR SOMETHING?"<BR/><BR/>For one thing all my cosmetics are sincerely cherished. I take amazingly good care of all my items.<BR/><BR/>Secondly I'm not going to go through all the trouble of obtaining these items to resale them.<BR/><BR/>and Thirdly even if I was what business is it of a stranger???<BR/><BR/>I use to send my friends in London lovely little bubble bars that I found in a little shop on the internet that didn't ship internationally. So it was a perfect gift for my best mate who has everything.<BR/><BR/>I wrapped them up and brought them to the PO to ship out. The Postal girl turns to me and asked what smelled so good, so again I blushed and explained what was in the package...would you believe she said to me.."well next time you come in bring one for me"<BR/><BR/>Um ya ok I'll be sure to do that!<BR/><BR/>Sheesh!<BR/><BR/>I'm just too nice sometimes and never know how to reply to really bold questions from people :(<BR/><BR/>People are just downright rude with little to no manners!the Musehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03316544097349681503noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5116364122805043717.post-66458692036640325462007-08-10T01:14:00.000+08:002007-08-10T01:14:00.000+08:00I'm angry to read about those nasty things that th...I'm angry to read about those nasty things that they've said. Well its really none of their business how we like to spend our money, be it on clothes or shoes or bags, so what if we love buying cosmetics, we're using our money not theirs. <BR/>Sometimes I try to keep a low profile cos I really don't like anyone to come telling me all the crap...<BR/>To all cosmetics lovers out there, don't let these nasty people dampen our spirit!<BR/>Iris keep blogging, love all your updates and reviews! <BR/><BR/>cheers!<BR/>pinkdolphi1Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5116364122805043717.post-42828025844970639892007-08-10T00:04:00.000+08:002007-08-10T00:04:00.000+08:00I feel that Amore works with Gioco because of the ...I feel that Amore works with Gioco because of the colour and the lack of the black mesh. I do maintain though, that the mesh picks up and matches the black on Adios! ;)<BR/><BR/>I'm sure you must be quite a sight, loaded with the packages but I imagine that you're always stylish nonetheless, with your Stila or LSS CP tote. ;)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5116364122805043717.post-3790290126331558282007-08-09T23:36:00.000+08:002007-08-09T23:36:00.000+08:00That reminds me, the security guard in my apartmen...That reminds me, the security guard in my apartment block also remarked to me,'Oh you send a lot of packages to your friends?' Felt like telling him it was none of his business! <BR/><BR/>I haven't bought Gioco because the prints are less clearly visible on Gioco compared to other styles. I usually go for the larger bags where you can see the complete print :-)Haruhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18409492495992394247noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5116364122805043717.post-50661339302488349442007-08-09T23:27:00.000+08:002007-08-09T23:27:00.000+08:00Your Tokidoki sounds varied! How nice to have a fe...Your Tokidoki sounds varied! How nice to have a few of the different styles. I only have the original in BV and Amore in Gioco. <BR/><BR/>You have Amore in BV! Aaah! - it was a toss up between the BV and the Gioco for me (and I would love the BV now, hee!) but I chose the latter for a change. At first, it was a little annoying getting the bag to work - it doesnt have a flat bottom and the straps don't exactly flatter my plump arms :P BUT, it's grown on me since and I've been using it for the past few weeks! :DAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5116364122805043717.post-76623650566728286012007-08-09T23:18:00.000+08:002007-08-09T23:18:00.000+08:00Ssshortcake, i have the same experience as u. I th...Ssshortcake, i have the same experience as u. I thought i share my happiness w/1 of my colleague who is aso into makeup yesterday when i received the CP items. She said vy nice but her last comments was " do u need to buy so many e/s? ".and the best part was when i collected my parcel from recept, the gal said quite loudly that "u buy alot of makeups from japan hor".That's my biz nt hers, she is just a security guard, that's all. Moreover i am in sales line, the more i shd be presentable.i enjoy collecting makeups than buying branded bags.Everyone has their rights to choose their own hobbies and have no rite to question how the person maintain her hobbies thru wat means...<BR/><BR/>moonflowerAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5116364122805043717.post-30152007135939727392007-08-09T23:16:00.000+08:002007-08-09T23:16:00.000+08:00Hey Mag, I have the original Tokidoki print (the 1...Hey Mag, I have the original Tokidoki print (the 1st one released) in Luna and Stellina, Citta Rosa print in Zucca and Campeggio, Amore in Buon Vaggio and Paradiso in Ciao Ciao :-) <BR/><BR/>Thanks for all the comments, ladies! There will always be people who have nothing better to do but pass judgement on others. It's pathetic, really. But I'm glad to have all of you to share my passion for makeup with!Haruhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18409492495992394247noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5116364122805043717.post-29261317596163940202007-08-09T20:45:00.000+08:002007-08-09T20:45:00.000+08:00oh yea, definitely!=D OMG I think when we go shopp...oh yea, definitely!=D <BR/>OMG I think when we go shopping together again the Japanese cosmetics industry will have a really golden day LOLKathihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09726169353419744544noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5116364122805043717.post-25519532612172706352007-08-09T18:00:00.000+08:002007-08-09T18:00:00.000+08:00i enjoy reading ur blog,its very informative..i lo...i enjoy reading ur blog,its very informative..<BR/>i love makeup and i collect fake eyelashes hehe..i havent find anyone who have the same hobby yet..haha..pls keep ur blog!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5116364122805043717.post-85336221889644568332007-08-09T17:30:00.000+08:002007-08-09T17:30:00.000+08:00Nice post, Iris -There are ways to make everyone's...Nice post, Iris -<BR/><BR/>There are ways to make everyone's life, hobbies or even everyday activities seem trivial (in the big big scheme of things, couldn't we choose to see tidying the house as a waste of time?) - everyone spends time in their life differently and I know of no way to objectively value or put any moral worth to any of it. We all get to choose the value of how we spend our time ourselved.<BR/><BR/>I do enjoy makeup - but my big love is reading. I suppose someone could argue that I am just going to die one day - and all the knowledge in my head will die with me - what a waste of time reading is.<BR/><BR/>raspomymankanthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12766598304567726182noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5116364122805043717.post-46527766962334589132007-08-09T16:59:00.000+08:002007-08-09T16:59:00.000+08:00I fully and totally agree with you.Money is onesel...I fully and totally agree with you.<BR/>Money is oneself, we spend it the way we like it. No need to explain to anyone else. We post on the net is to share with people who share the common interest. If anyone's not in this league, they can jolly well get lost and shut up.<BR/><BR/>Side note: You are going to the states right? Hey, keep this blog going! I would love to read about any new launches of American major brands and drugstore brands. I spent quite a bit of drugstore items on my trip the last 2 years<BR/><BR/>I totally love reading your blog. I actually access it everyday to see new postings.<BR/><BR/>Have a good and safe trip to America yah.Postpet2https://www.blogger.com/profile/15168945148402438506noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5116364122805043717.post-79807714740393252192007-08-09T14:42:00.000+08:002007-08-09T14:42:00.000+08:00i just think these people are plain jealous! i lov...i just think these people are plain jealous! i love you blog iris! like fleckenschnitte, i check it out more than than i check my emails and i simply love drooling over your stash! keep yr blog going!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5116364122805043717.post-9925337324084669732007-08-09T11:45:00.000+08:002007-08-09T11:45:00.000+08:00I have to say I feel the same way as you. There's ...I have to say I feel the same way as you. There's this friend of mine who's pretty much into makeup as well, but she doesn't buy that much. When I showed her pics of my makeup collection, she would go, wow you are very rich, and she went around telling people that my makeup are like display sets cos I can't use them frequently as there are so many of them.<BR/><BR/>SSShortcakeAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5116364122805043717.post-38049031173472661632007-08-09T10:17:00.000+08:002007-08-09T10:17:00.000+08:00Kathi, we need to plan a shopping trip to Tokyo to...Kathi, we need to plan a shopping trip to Tokyo together!! :-)Haruhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18409492495992394247noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5116364122805043717.post-68283322356983655492007-08-09T09:42:00.000+08:002007-08-09T09:42:00.000+08:00my colleagues always make awful remarks about the ...my colleagues always make awful remarks about the amount of makeup i own, but, i never once allow them to dampen my spirit!i love my make up collection, especially the japanese makeup you spent effort,time and energy on helping me to CP.<BR/><BR/>This blog totally rock! look foward to your updates whenever you can.=)<BR/><BR/>cheer!<BR/>jazzieAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5116364122805043717.post-51634766331395494022007-08-09T09:38:00.000+08:002007-08-09T09:38:00.000+08:00Of course I totally agree with you, too! I hate wh...Of course I totally agree with you, too! I hate when I have to justify the size of my makeup stash to other people who spend the same amount on their own hobbies.<BR/>As you said, it's our hobby and as long as we can afford it why should we stop collecting if it makes us happy? <BR/>Like you, I really don't spend a lot of money on other things than makeup for myself. Rest of it usually is spent on my kids, the car and other monthly necessities (like groceries etc.)<BR/><BR/>I really loved reading this blog entry!<BR/><BR/>Keep up the great work on your blog, I keep checking it at least 1000 times daily LOL<BR/><BR/>*big hugs*<BR/><BR/>PS When we went shopping together was the only time in my life I could really share my passion for cosmetics shopping with someone else IRL! I really hope we can repeat that any time soon! =DKathihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09726169353419744544noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5116364122805043717.post-24207677697861586142007-08-09T05:24:00.000+08:002007-08-09T05:24:00.000+08:00Amen to all that!:-) Mostly I just think it's jeal...Amen to all that!:-) Mostly I just think it's jealous people posting the snarky comments. Hope you do keep up the blog after leaving Japan-it's a must-read for me!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5116364122805043717.post-53827117004463933232007-08-09T03:08:00.000+08:002007-08-09T03:08:00.000+08:00Hey Haru,I totally agree with you. Everyone should...Hey Haru,<BR/>I totally agree with you. Everyone should be able to spent his money as wanted without having to be judged. I mean, if you buy things that make you happy and you aren't hurting anyone, what's the problem?<BR/>Some ppl just have too big mouths and too little respect. :/<BR/>Hugs! =DRabbithttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08638612289700176215noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5116364122805043717.post-26998090117412332007-08-09T02:30:00.000+08:002007-08-09T02:30:00.000+08:00Hey girlie!Thanks for the great post! I always fi...Hey girlie!<BR/><BR/>Thanks for the great post! I always find comfort in my fellow cosmetic junkies :)<BR/><BR/>Your post really made me feel better Iris! And I agree totally! Some of those posts on MUA are just so hurtful in regards to having 200 lipsticks and how it's all left untouched which is just not the case because damn if I don't use every bit of my items on a different style of face each day!<BR/><BR/>Your blog always brightens my day and a devour every word you write here and appreciate it all the info you give to us about upcoming brands that we aren't privy too living in other countries!<BR/><BR/>I, too, put alot of work into my blog and it's all worth while for those people that adore cosmetics as much as I do! <BR/><BR/>And heck for those of the people that think we are wasting money they should realize that we aren't knocking on their doors asking for them to pay our bills so why are they worried about how many glosses, blushes, or shadows of eye shadows we have ;)<BR/><BR/><BR/>Hugs my dear friend! Well done on this post! It's truly a comfort!the Musehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03316544097349681503noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5116364122805043717.post-67304171592787592782007-08-09T02:15:00.000+08:002007-08-09T02:15:00.000+08:00Very well put! I totally agree with you. Some ppl ...Very well put! I totally agree with you. Some ppl choose to spend their money on going clubbing, some ppl enjoy expensive sports etc. Makeup is a hobby just like any other.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5116364122805043717.post-4071555790830897412007-08-09T02:05:00.000+08:002007-08-09T02:05:00.000+08:00I agree with you on that it is a personal justific...I agree with you on that it is a personal justification on where we spend our own money. If they feel the same passion and have the same hobbie as us, then they'd be more amazed on the collection, instead of the money we spend on it. <BR/><BR/>Happiness is money cannot buy, so if spending a little of what we make to make us happy, why not?<BR/><BR/>p.s. do you have a buddy who shares the same interest as you that lives in Asia? Maybe she can help you update on the collections while you are not there? I'd hate to see you stop updating the blog - I read it every single day! No, make that I check it every other hour. =)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5116364122805043717.post-58165083212714138742007-08-09T00:48:00.000+08:002007-08-09T00:48:00.000+08:00Hey, I like Tokidoki too! Am not into luxury bags ...Hey, I like Tokidoki too! Am not into luxury bags either. I only have two Tokidokis though. Am hoping to see the Tutti and Transporto prints soon. I'll probably get Transporto because I know my boys would love the print. :D Which ones do you have?<BR/><BR/>I look forward to your Japanese brand reviews but do review non-Japanese ones too! ;)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com