A V E R A G E JANE: June 2016

Fashion Valet Gaya Koleksi Raya 2016 - Studio 133 Biyan

Batik print is synonym with the Southeast Asian culture and in these modern times, the batik have long progressed from the plain ol' cloth wrap to wearable modern designs by designers around the world. Biyan, a household name in the local designer scene in Indonesia has successfully brought batik prints with Indonesian influences to an international level with their latest designs, just in time for Eid 2016. Check out the lookbook below and fall in love with the flowy ensembles that exude luxe with the right touch of cultural influence.

Biyan's collection is available on fashionvalet.com's website

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, by Hanie Hidayah

Beauty Video

Sephora Korean Beauty Box Review

Once in a while, Sephora Malaysia sends me a box of goodies to test and try out. Here's one that I received a few months back containing items to create that perfect, K-Beauty glow using their latest products that are available in stores. Watch my review video at the end of this blogpost to see how each product fares out.

Items list:

- 3CE White Milk Cream
- Laneige Water Sleeping Mask
- Erborian CC Crème
- Becca Aqua Luminous Foundation
- Sephora Collection Wonderful Cushion Foundation
- Moonshot Microfit Cushion SPF 50+
- Moonshot Moonflash Cushion SPF 50+
- Sephora Collection Wonderful Cushion Healthy Glow Cream Blush
- Benefit Cosmetics Benetint
- Sephora Collection Wonderful Cushion Matte Lip Cream
- Clinique Clinique Pop Lip Color and Primer

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, by Hanie Hidayah

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Indahnya Ramadan

Ramadhan is a beautiful month for me, living in an urban community where I am surrounded by different races and background we try our best to be understanding and respectful with each others' religion and culture. During Ramadhan, my non-Muslim friends takes extra effort to be observant with my beliefs and religious duties - they try not to eat in front of me while I'm fasting although I do not mind, they would buy snacks for me to break fast with when they know I'd be stuck in traffic on the way home and best part of all, some of them even try to fast with me! It helps them with their diet (or so they say). These little things by my friends of different races and religions make Ramadhan even more beautiful. Even Soba (my cat) tries to fast with me but I guess it's much harder for her than it is for me lol

I also try to increase my charitable deeds during Ramadhan by donating to the needy and join charity organisations like feeding the homeless whenever I can. The look on their faces make me feel like I should be thankful with what I have and share it with the less fortunate.

My parents have been great examples while growing up - they have always taught me that there are no hierarchies in life. Everyone should be treated equally and with respect. With that, I grew up with parents who taught me qualities to be a good person regardless of religion, race and background. I remember when my parents brought me to orphanage homes, we would treat them with McDonald’s Happy Meals. They have always reminded me that I'm lucky while some people are just less fortunate but it does not mean that I'm better off than they are. With that, I also try to practice giving outside of Ramadhan - even when I'm traveling.

This is the second year I will be spending my Ramadhan with my husband. I remember the first time I tried cooking for sahur for both of us and it was hilarious! There were times when we were too sleepy that we skipped sahur and ended up being too weak and hungry. These days we just buy our sahur or do drive-thrus at McDonald’s. It's so much easier, less time consuming and we get the fuel we need to last throughout the day. I can't wait to try the Grilled Chicken Breakfast Platter or Big Breakfast with Hotcakes. Pretty sure I'll go with the grilled chicken while point8cam will choose the hotcakes.

Oh, that also reminds me that we have to go shop for Raya clothes! We wore white last year, what do you think should be our color theme this year?

The best part about Ramadhan for me would be breaking fast! My friends and I like to gather for buka puasa even though some of them are non-Muslims and not fasting. We will either do a pot luck, or buy our food at the bazaar. It's the best part of Ramadhan for me at least - to be surrounded by loved ones and share our meals together. We will also spend more time with both our families at home despite our busy schedule. Ramadhan will never be complete without sharing our meals and spending time together.

A favourite buka puasa meal that we love to enjoy together is the McDonald’s Ramadhan special – Foldover Lazeez and Foldover Mashwi. It is the simplest, quickest and most convenient way for us to berbuka together during the busy week.

I'm hoping that this year I'd be able to complete Ramadhan by not just fasting but also by increasing my charitable deeds. I hope to be able to give more to the needy, possibly buying meals for more homeless people and observe the month by spending more time with myself, God and my loved ones. I hope this year's Ramadhan will be better than before and I wish the same to you too!

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, by Hanie Hidayah

Kendall + Kylie

Kendall + Kylie Topshop Swim 2016

TOPSHOP has finally unveiled their KENDALL + KYLIE's swimwear collection which are being sold in selected TOPSHOP stores worldwide and on TOPSHOP. COM starting this week. Following the successful collections in June & November 2015, this Kendall and Kylie special returns with a 37-piece range just in time for summer which includes bikinis, on-pieces and cover-ups.

The collection is inspired by clean, sporty silhouettes for beach and poolside parties - cut-outs, bold straps and waist bands frames the body and accentuates the curves and enhances the sun-kissed skin. The swimwear collection captures the beachy summer vibes of LA whether you're chilling, swimming, playing sports or sunbathing - each piece was made for the fun girl who are ready for anything under the sun.

Check out my favorites from the collection below:

The collection launched in Malaysia at Topshop Suria KLCC, Pavilion KL, Mid Valley Megamall, and Gurney Plaza (Penang) on 9th June 2016, Thursday.

also available on Zalora Malaysia website

(Price range: Separates from RM119 - RM229, one-piece swimwear from RM259 - RM289)

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, by Hanie Hidayah

Beauty

Join Me for a #SkinRetreat & Workshop in Bali with Cetaphil

Bali is known for its holistic tourism, other than the pristine natural landscapes so it is only apt that this year’s Cetaphil Experience will be held in the famous Karma Kandara resort and spa. Just like last year, Cetaphil is sending influencers and one lucky contest winner to experience a 4 days 3 nights’ worth of workshops and retreat worth RM15,000. There are also 2000 RM5 Cetaphil vouchers and 8 Cetaphil hampers worth RM250 each to be given away to lucky winners who participates in the contest.

All you have to do is:

1 – Go to this website - http://bit.ly/HanieCetaphilExperience

2 - Provide your details as per required and provide proof of purchase.

3 – Tell them what skin insecurities you have and how the experience can help you with your insecurities.

4 – Submit and wait for the announcement of winners!

Contest runs from 26 May - 1 July 2016. Purchase in-store or online to participate. Contest is open to all residents of Malaysia.

View full T&C here.

I used photo-manipulation as an excuse to look better but I also gained some editing skills through the practice.

I have also participated in the contest by sharing my story. Growing up I never had perfect skin – severe acne was a big part of my high school life and it really affected me physically and emotionally. It was partly caused by using the wrong products, and mostly hormonal and genetic influences. I was ashamed of how I looked when I wanted to feel pretty, and tried to cover them with all kinds of makeup without the proper knowledge, which made everything worse. For years I suffered even doing the simplest task of washing my face. It was always a bloody affair, literally. At this point my father noticed how it affected me and he took the initiative to get me professionally checked and treated. My skin condition improved – I no longer had big, red bumps covering my skin and the bleeding stopped. The only thing left was to wait for it to heal so I can rid the scars and maintain a healthier skin.

Being comfortable in my skin was the hardest part but I turned that through documenting my journeys via photos.

At the age of 28, I still am not fully equipped with enough knowledge of my skin and how to treat it. I get the occasional zits, nothing too serious but I still have some scars and enlarged pores to deal with. I’m always trying out new products and reading more to find something that would suit my skin while also taking care of my internal health like quitting harmful substances that could accelerate the deterioration of my skin. I try to drink more water than I used to, and cleanse properly before bedtime. It’s still not enough as I am on a quest to learn more so I could improve the condition of my skin.

I stopped covering up with makeup every single time as the first step in accepting my skin.

I stumbled upon Cetaphil during my trip to America. I’ve always seen it in drugstores everywhere but I never actually felt like trying it until the day I finished my cleanser while traveling and there was a Cetaphil travel-sized bottle that was on the shelves and I thought, “Why not? I needed something small so I can leave it when I leave”. That was my first time using a Cetaphil cleanser and I loved it. I found out that for sensitive skin, non-foaming cleansers are best and does not irritate. Unlike some products, my skin showed no negative reaction to the Cetaphil cleanser hence I kept using it. Even my husband bought their body moisturizer during the same trip and loved it. It helped keep his skin supple as it was dry and cold in winter – dry rashes became a thing of the past for us.

I feel like this trip would help me understand my skin better while I learn more about overall health and confidence, outside and within. As part of the retreat, there will be professionals conducting workshops on skin confidence – something I totally need. I am still uncomfortable in my own skin, despite overcoming teen acne, and recovering over the years. As I grow older, there will be more skin woes that I will be facing and I hope the workshops would help me through it, allowing me to discover myself and that beauty is more than just skin-deep.

So join the contest and hopefully together we could discover and learn more about our skin, each other and most importantly ourselves!

Contest details:

http://bit.ly/HanieCetaphilExperience

Also check out their social pages, lots of skincare tips:

Website | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | YouTube

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, by Hanie Hidayah

adidas

NEWS: adidas Originals by KANYE WEST YEEZY BOOST 750 LIGHT GREY (June 2016)

Fans of YEEZYs may now get their hands on the next version of the now iconic YEEZY BOOST 750 which was the first product from the adidas Originals by KANYE WEST collaboration launched in 2015

It comes in a light grey suede version with a translucent gum outsole featuring full length adidas BOOST™ cushioning technology, premium leather and suede heel lining, breathable mesh forefoot lining, reinforced textile eyelets and stretchable Velcro strap as well as the signature perforated toe cap.

The YEEZY BOOST 750 in light grey will be available for RM1,450 beginning June 11th, 2016. Purchase will be done through a raffle system. Participants are required to register their interest by filling up and completing an official raffle tag, which is now available at the cashier counter located at the adidas Originals Concept Store, Lot 4.51.00, Level 4, Pavilion, KL until June 9 2016, Thursday at 6:00pm.

*Raffle winners will be notified via SMS from adidas Malaysia on 10 June 2016, Friday. Only the raffle winners who received the SMS are allowed to come forward to purchase the adidas Originals YEEZY BOOST 750 Light Grey. There will be no "live" raffle.

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, by Hanie Hidayah

Fashion Launching

Fashion Valet Gaya Koleksi Raya 2016 - Malaysian Designers

Fashion Valet is back with a bigger release of local fashion designer collection in conjunction with Hari Raya this year. More brands came on-board and this only means there are more designs for us to choose from! The tones are darker, richer and the silhouettes are more fluid in this year's Raya theme. Fashion Valet have also added a number of designer to their list, an impressive addition to last year's successful campaign. Check out these photos of the Malaysian designers' clothing by Fashion Valet below and tell me, which ones are you eyeing on?