Sword Girls Online Group Cosplay Debut

Date: April 14, 2013
Venue: Ozine Fest 2013, SM Megamall

This is the first time I joined a group cosplay and I really had a hard time keeping up with the commitment. I crammed the costume, and ended up making an awful lot of mistakes but I promise that next time, it would be better. We still need a lot of participants so we're still recruiting~ If you're a cosplayer in the Philippines, we would like to welcome you to the empire~! Here are some photos from our little meet-up..I went as the Crimson Witch...

When we first met-up during the event

Three different Cinia

The past, the present, and the future

A hard to defeat boss, Leifang Henlifei

Kawaii, kawaii, Clarice Althem

Last group pic credits to Matrix Shino Productions

University Graduation

Date: April 12, 2013
Venue: Manila Hotel

Sooo....this post ought to have been posted last saturday but I was cramming a costume so I'm only able to blog it right now.

*ehem*

I finally graduated from university!!! Yaaaayy!!! I have earned my degree in Nursing. Next stop would be the Board Examinations~

With my tito, tita, and the little kids~ Just before we left the house

On our way...There was heavy traffic on every street so I was really anxious that I'd be late...But then again, I wasn't. LOL

FINALLY!!! Got my tassel on the right side~ Wooot~

Also got my diploma both in Filipino and in English

Nixie & I being vain during the ceremony since there were lots of management students...we were just bored.

My whole outfit! Before we left the hotel...

At the post-graduation celebration...my eldest brother wasn't there cause he's working abroad~ 

I was wearing fake bangs here...Also, if it seemed like my hair is not black, it is. The hotel's lighting is a bit tweaking it off~

And I am now part of the unemployed fresh graduates of our country~!! Hoooray!! I'm currently starting to get some reviews done so I wouldn't be on the lowest of the low during the actual reviews and the exam per se. For glory!!

4TH BABY!!! Cherry Mobile Flare~

My dad bought me a new cellphone yesterday. It's the hyped of the masses, Cherry Mobile Flare. I'm not going to go into the specifications and stuff, you can find it everywhere on the internet.

What i really want this phone for is to view documents faster, more picture opportunities, and of course, entertainment. It got my attention since it's really cheap but has a dual core processor. It runs fast even if I have tons of apps on it now. Otome games run well too. >:D

It fits perfectly in my hand although they're quite small... What I need to do now is buy cuter accessories for Riefe. Yes, I named my new cellphone Riefe.

The display is also not bad for the brand. Although I admit that samsung still has it better except for the price.  I guess I'm just not going to invest on a phone that has lower specs and higher price.

So far, I'm liking this phone overall...I just need to adjust to qwerty..I've used candybars since the beginning. It would be perfect if only Globe's signal is existent inside our house...orz

Crystal Lens Review: Opal Violet

Another review of a new lens from Cosmic Bytes Cosplay Shop

Brand: Crystal

Series: Opal

Color: Violet

Diameter: 14.5mm

Base Curve: 8.6mm

Span: 1 year

Here is how it looks when you put it on:

 

Without & With the Lens

Both eyes with lens

 I took the shot in front of a huge window and just using the natural light from outside.

Now this lens is just amazing. It's definitely better than my first Berry Lens: Diamond Violet. The color is more vibrant and enlargement is better. It looks like this is my natural eye color~

Comfort: 10/10

It feels just right in my eye. It is really easy to put in the eyes. You won't even notice it's there!

Color/ Design: 10/10

The color is vibrant. This is the first violet lens I got that actually appeared violet. With my dark natural eye color, it's really difficult to find the right contacts that would show it's color. Normally, it would just appear black...

Enlargement: 9/10

How large my eyes became is very visible. It's like it's not me. Although it is not overly enlarging like the 16mm's I think this is fitting enough. No overdramatic change whatsoever.

Overall: 10/10

A-M-A-Z-I-N-G. I got more than I paid for with this lens. I'm totally loving it.. :)

Crystal Lens Review: Aquamarine Bluish Green

Hi! One of the things I bought from Cosmic Bytes Cosplay Shop

Brand: Crystal Dolly Lens

Series: Aquamarine

Color: Bluish Green

Diameter: 14.2mm

Base Curve: 8.6mm

Span: 1 year

 As you can see, the lens' color when in the solution is quite light. Well, most contact lens are like that. I have dark brown eyes so I already assumed that the color would be darker when I put it on. Remember, what your normal eye color will affect the resulting color when you put your lens on. This is how it looks when applied:

And in bright light, it looks like this:

 I took this photo in front of a huge window with the natural light from outside as my only lighting. It doesn't make your eyes look much bigger but the color is definitely different from my normal eye color.

What I like about this lens is how it doesn't attract much attention unless you look really close. It's comfortable enough for me, just like my other lenses. It is much cheaper than big name brands like Geo and EOS, but I think the quality is comparable.

The one thing I don't quite like is how it gets stingy when you remove it. I still need to get used to wearing contacts I guess...

Here is my rating with consideration of the price for which I bought it:

Comfort: 8/10

You won't notice it's there but if you're not that used to wearing contacts, you'll need some time to adjust to this one. 

Color & Design: 9/10

It has a really natural look. The color is still visible when wearing and doesn't make you look photoshopped. But it will probably look a little different depending on your eye color.

Enlargement: --

It doesn't enlarge your eyes at all. This is a good thing for those who just want to experience a different eye color. On the other hand, if you want to have bigger eyes, try some other lens. 

Overall: 9/10

For a very low price, this lens is SUPERB! Almost half the price of Geo and EOS but still works similarly to those two. If you're doubtful of this brand and have the money to get well-known lens, then Geo and EOS is for you. But if you're a little short on funds, I recommend Crystal Dolly Lens.