One Cebu Expo Aug. 5 - 15

The One Cebu Expo 2011 kicked off last August 5 at the Cebu International Convention Center in Mandaue City. Finally had the chance to check it out this evening before it closes on Monday

The Expo closes in two days but if you're in Cebu at this time and wanted to check out the place, here's a glimpse of what it has to offer...

Accessory-lovers will definitely have a feast of all the variety of necklaces, bracelets, earrings, rings etc which are locally made, export quality, and good buys.

Bags

Ornamental plants

Cactus landscape I guess, its pretty neat though

 Home decors

 Christmas decorations

There is also like a food at clothes bazaar at the lower ground area

Unique furniture pieces 

And most of all, The Expo promotes tourism and culture of the Cebu Province and other provinces who have participated in the event. Their booths let visitors take a peek of what each Cebu town has in store

 The sarok

The town of Consolacion features Sarok making

Argao is popularly known for their Torta de Tuba

No need to go to Argao, delicious torta  are available on site,  

 Bantayan

Badian

Moalboal

I've always wanted to try trekking at The Osmena Peak in Dalaguete. One day. 

There is still a lot more to see at the Expo. I know I just don't have enough space to cover all of the attractions. It's definitely worth a visit, if not in the remaining days, for sure it's going to be at the CICC once more next year.

Bonga Festival 2011

So I visited Sibonga last Tuesday to witness my dear little sister participate in the annual

Bonga Festival.

Five Elementary and Five Secondary schools showcased their dancing talents and colorful costumes to vie for the major prices of the Festival.

Aren't they the cutest rats? :)

At the town plaza 

Finally, to commemorate the Festival's success, a beautiful firework display! And of course the day's tiring and humid experience was all worth it because my little sister's school nabbed the first place and two other major awards! We are just proud of her as she used to be so shy but now she is slowly coming out of her shell.

Swatch: ELF Contouring Blush and Bronzing Powder

blushed/bronzed

The Good:  Pretty coral/peachy blush, compliments most skintone.

Sleek packaging

Inexpensive

Large mirror

The Not-So-Good: The blush has  gold glitters/shimmers, which I'm not so into.

 Bronzer is a bit too pigmented for me which I find hard to blend. And has glitters/shimmers too.

I'm not a big fan of blushes, but I got this a few months back when I thought I really needed one. It was a good buy for blush and bronzer duo, just for about Php 250.00 ($6). Have used it on some special occasions and have tried using the blush as an eyeshadow which is pretty good. I still might be using this but not on a daily basis.

Swatch: Nyx Round Lipgloss in Doll Pink

Bare Lips

With NYX Round Lipgloss in Doll Pink

The Good: Lightweight, non-sticky, pretty color, affordable, no allergy for me

The Not-So-Good: Doesn't last long, not the most likable scent 

So I am the practical buyer and knowing that cosmetics does have limited shelf-life and I am prone to lip allergies, I purchase lip products one at a time. I enjoyed wearing this color though but may try other colors from Nyx Round Lipglosses if I decide to get a new one.

*Swatch posts will have a bit of a review of what I think is good and not so good of the product. But I just can't name it a 'review', basically because it's not in depth and I'm too lazy to make one. :)

Thanks for dropping everyone. Hope you had a wonderful weekend!!