Liz Lanuzo Liz Lanuzo

Monday Musings: How Much Money Should You Spend On Your Clothes?

A few weeks ago, at the Project Vanity #EmpowerHer event, I gave a talk about how we can crystalize our personal style. I said, “Spend as much as you can afford on clothes!” I believe that it’s important to buy quality items that will last years if not decades. I spent so much money during my early 20s buying flimsy, cheap clothes that I ended up throwing away anyway. Now that I’m older, I know that well-made things are worth the cost simply because I never have to spend money on something like that item again - at least for the next ten years or so.

After my talk, someone asked a really good question: “How much of our budget should we spend on clothes?” I love that question because it brings things into a sharper perspective.

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Claire Reyes Claire Reyes

Beauty Roundup: Serena Williams’ Makeup Brand, MAC Brings Back Disney, New NARS blushes, and Colourette’s #thatpeach campaign

And just like that, April is here! To distract us from the scorching heat, let’s do a roundup of this week’s WINS for beauty. Let’s get to know WYN BEAUTY, Serena Williams’ makeup brand. Find out which MAC x Disney limited edition products are making a comeback for the beauty brand’s 40th anniversary. NARS Cosmetics surprises us with a new formula and new shades for their powder blushes. Last but definitely not the least, Sassa Gurl wins as she stars in Colourette #thatpeach campaign.

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Rae Angelei R. De Pala Rae Angelei R. De Pala

EmpowerHer: Project Vanity’s 16th Anniversary

Project Vanity turned 16 last March 22, and it was like our own sweet 16 - a time for friends to come together and celebrate as we step into a new stage of life with the theme "Empower Her." It was a transformative afternoon for our community, with talks on personal style, eloquence, and personal finance, all in a room filled with energy and excitement about improving and achieving our ideal selves.

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Liz Lanuzo Liz Lanuzo

Why Color Analysis Apps Don’t Work The Same Way A Physical Consultation Does

These days, it seems there’s an app for just about everything—yes, even for figuring out which colors suit you best. These color analysis apps promise a quick and easy way to determine your most flattering colors without ever having to leave your couch. But can these digital tools truly replace a physical color consultation with an expert? The short answer: no. The long answer is all about how light is in fact a physical object,

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Jes Roque Jes Roque

BeautyCon 2024 Recap: A Celebration of Beauty, Diversity, and Sustainability

BeautyCon 2024, hosted by Watsons at the SMX Convention Center in Pasay City, recently wrapped up, and it was a gathering that beauty enthusiasts wouldn’t have wanted to miss. From March 20 to 23, this event transformed into a playground for those passionate about skincare, makeup, and overall wellness, featuring over 100 beauty brands that came together to showcase their latest offerings, from exciting deals to exclusive freebies.

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Claire Reyes Claire Reyes

Beauty Roundup: Issy’s New Eye Makeup, Happy Skin x Uniqlo, Bobbi Brown On Substack, and the Search For The Next CoverGirl

This week’s Beauty News Roundup showcases brands and beauty icons showing up on unexpected platforms! Issy takes to the wrestling ring with their new Eyes of a Champion collection. We’ll check out how Happy Skin looks on Uniqlo shirts and totes! Fans of *the* Bobbi Brown can now gain access to exclusive content online via Substack. Last but not least, the next face of CoverGirl will be chosen with an online search. Ready? Let’s go!

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