So I received my BB1M vouchers awhile ago and I thought why not share it with you. At first, the list of books I wanted buy consists of nothing but fashion and beauty books. But after going through the Refinery29 book, I thought it was just a waste of money. I don't mean it in a horrible way but I feel like when it comes to fashion and beauty, you could always rely on the Internet. Personally, I don't think you need books on styling tips. Nonetheless, still an interesting read. Plus, I could always go through it when I'm in need of some inspiration. The only time I think it's okay to spend money on books about fashion and beauty is when it's about the history of it or something along those lines.

I've been wanting to get new makeup for so long. I'm in dire need of a new concealer but it's so hard to find a good one from the drugstores. Drugstores in our country have the most limited variety compared to overseas. I remember being in awe over the how many products there were in Target back in Melbourne. I should've bought the concealers when I had the chance! I did came across a shop online (@maqupxoxo on Instagram!) selling the well-known LA Girl Pro concealer. It's only RM24! Need!

Speaking of Melbourne, this time last year was so fun! I miss that city so bad! I still haven't gotten over how amazing that city is. The vibe, the people and Lush!! I love shopping at Lush! I swear, I never left that shop empty-handed. The shop smells so good! And their products are so nice. I still have their Santa's Lip Scrub which tastes like Cola! So good!

I'm officially done with the second semester of my Foundation year! My last paper was yesterday and it was better than I anticipated. But like I said previously, I don't think I'll get results as "outstanding" as last semester's. My Computing paper was the toughest thing ever. Okay, maybe not. I just have no interest in the whole computer/IT world. And when I have no interest in a subject, I have zero motivation to do well for it. I swear, if I ever have to learn more IT-related stuff when studying for my degree, you will never see a happy me ever again.

On the topic of my degree, I've been sold on going to Australia to further my studies ever since I started my program. These past few months, all my parents & I ever talked about was Australia this, Sydney that, Melbourne this and that. And just a couple of weeks back, my mom, out of nowhere, talks to me about the uni in UK. I mean, of course I'd LOVE to go to the UK considering what industry I want to venture in but it's so overwhelming. I only wanted to go to Australia because of Melbourne but the uni I want to go to isn't one of my current college's partners. So it'll be more difficult to get in. Whereas the one uni in UK is one of the partnered schools AND it offers the exact program I want AND it's in Europe. Hello! Who wouldn't want to go to a school in Europe?! I am torn and undecided. Help.


Oh, I went to the Big Bad Wolf sale last night... at midnight and it was so overwhelming. I've never seen so many books in one room before. There were 3 series I really wanted to get - Divergent trilogy, Maze Runner as well as the Devil Wears Prada books - and a couple of fashion/beauty ones. I wanted the Devil Wears Prada books for years but I don't like the idea of spending almost 40 bucks for a book. I couldn't find any of those 3 and settled with 2 random books I saw and a fashion & makeup book! I was and still am very bummed out over not finding any Maze Runner books even though they mentioned they sold it on their page but it's okay. Better luck next time.

So sorry for the horrible lighting!

So, what can a broke girl do for fun for the next 3 weeks eh?

Once again, I jumped on the bandwagon a little too late. Clearly, this is my forte. First, it was Arctic Monkeys and then Divergent. Now? The Fifty Shades trilogy. Ah, I have so many things to say about this trilogy. I'm sure everyone is familiar with it since it has been highly talked about over the past few months. I've always been curious to know what the hype is all about. Plus, the trailer was recently released and it just piqued my curiosity even more. And since I'm currently on my semester break, I thought why not do a little reading. I must say, after watching the trailer, I was a little underwhelmed by who they chose to play Christian Grey. But then again, at the time, I never read the books so who am I to judge?

I've finished the first two books of the trilogy. I'm just only a few chapters into Fifty Shades Freed. I loved how the author portrayed Grey with the horrible upbringing & finally growing up to be a successful man with his own empire. I loved how because he had a rough start to his life, he became a "control freak" with a damaged soul. I loved how that ridiculously wealthy man fell in love with Ana, your average girl next door. How Christian managed to let his guard down for Ana melts my heart. The explicit parts of the books though... or in Christian's words – kinky fuckery – yeah, those were a little too detailed for my liking. The Red Room of Pain was rather freakishly amusing. Kinky f_ckery aside, I'm really enjoying the story. I especially loved the part when Ana left Christian and how he was so devastated and beyond heartbroken and then he finally acknowledges his feelings for her, realising that he wants more. Ugh, it made me weak.

All in all, despite the negative feedback, I love this trilogy! So dark, intense and romantic.
And I have to admit, after finishing the first book, I completely changed my mind about what I thought of Jamie Dornan playing Christian Grey. I kept watching the trailer again and again and just fell in love. I think they made the right choice choosing Jamie Dornan. Though I still think Henry Cavill or Matt Bomer would suit the character, I can't wait to see Jamie Dornan as Christian. And can we just talk about how lovely the rendition of Beyonce's Crazy in Love is in the trailer? It made me even more excited for the movie! That version of the song is so amazing! I think it's by Kadebostany. I could be wrong though. I really can't wait for this movie!