SIMPLY CHIK

LYRICS: Rihanna

2008-05-26T21:48:00.000-07:00

ARTIST NAME: Rihanna
TRUE NAME: Robyn Rihanna Fenty
BIRTH DATE: February 20, 1988
BIRTH PLACE: St. Michael, Barbados
ALBUMS (Click link for lyrics):

Take A Bow (2008)

Take a Bow

Good Girl Gone Bad (2007)

A Girl Like Me (2006)

Music Of The Sun (2005)

Know YOURSELF and Your BMI

2008-05-22T21:34:00.000-07:00

What is BMI?

Quoted from Wikipedia, "the body mass index (BMI) or the Quentelet index is a statistical measure of the weight of a person scaled according to height".

In Asian countries, obesity is not a contraversial issue unlike in American and European countries. As people become wiser and more health conscious nowadays, BMI is the simpliest way of instantly knowing the one's current body standing. Be aware also that the categories of BMI itself is not a mean of diagnosing illness related to the result.

There are two options to choose from to get your BMI; plotting your height and weight in the BMI chart or simply calculating you BMI using the formula:

Through the use of BMI chart or the formula, the BMI result identifies as to what category a physically inactive individuals may fit in.

BMI of 18.5 to 25 - Normal

BMI lower that 18.5 - Underweight

BMI more than 25 - Overweight
More than 30 - Obese

At a glance of your BMI, you will already figure out if change in lifestyle, diet or an exercise is necessary.

Many SHADES of You

2008-05-15T21:29:00.000-07:00

Besides from its practical use, Sunglasses became a famous additive to complete a fashion statement. Whether sun bathing at the white sand beach or just strolling in downtown streets, sunglasses is a must-have.

Composed of three parts (the lens, the frame and the nose bridge), due to the advent of modern development these parts vary dependently in style, fashion and purpose to cope the demand of the public.

There are few things to remember when purchasing sunglasses.

GENERAL RULE:

FIT. Fitting is the most vital factor to consider before buying. You don't want to end up "Buying without Using". Therefore, it should fit perfectly to your face without any unnecessary distractions such as the sidepieces dig into your ears or the lens touch your eyelashes.

UV PROTECTION. Expensive brands and cheap polarized sunglasses do not guarrantee optimal ultraviolet (UV) protection. The best way is to look for the standard seal (Australian, US or European standards), buy from a reputable store and have it tested by optician.

FASHION RULE:

OVAL faces. Lucky for you if you have an oval-shaped face because any style is simply perfect for you.
ROUND faces. Try to contrast the roundness of your face by choosing angular frames, shades with high temples and wider sidepieces.
SQUARE faces. Look for frames with curves, this will detract attention from the squareness of the jaw.
LONG faces. Shapes with curves in wide frames is the excellent choice.
HEART faces. Frames with rounded upper corner and square bottom will contrast the shape of your face.

So whatever kind of face you have, the secret of being stylish with your eyewear is simply by contrasting the shape of your face.

CHICK PICK: Hilary @ Work

2008-05-14T01:43:00.001-07:00

ACTRESS. At early years, Hilary Erhard Duff (born September 28, 1987) played minor role in True Women and Playing By Heart in 1997 and 1998 respectively. The film Casper Meets Wendy, which she portrayed the young witch Wendy was her first major role in the big screen but it didn't catch the attention of movie lovers and enthusiasts.

Like other successful Disney stars, Hilary became well-known among children and teens because of the Disney channel international hit series: Lizzie McGuire. It was aired on January 12, 2001 where she played the title role. Her popularity led her to several guest appearances in television shows (Chicago Hope, American Dreams, Joan of Arcadia, etc.) and parting roles in films (Cadet Kelly, Agent Cody Banks, the Lizzie McGuire Movie, Cheaper by the Dozen, A Cinderella Story, etc.).

SINGER. As a singer and a songwriter, she managed to record five studio albums from 2002 to 2007. Her first album was Santa Claus Lane (2002), followed by Metamorphosis (2003), self-titled Hilary Duff (2004), Most Wanted (2005) and Dignity (2007).

Although most of her singles reached the top of music countdowns and album charts, 2003 marked the beginning of her success in the music industry as Metamorphosis album sold over 3.7 million copies and considered as one of the biggest selling album of the year in the United States. Eventually, her first concert tour, the Metamorphosis tour shattered the silence of major cities in the United States and most of her shows were sold out.

CONCEALED with a kiss

2008-05-06T21:12:00.001-07:00

Does pimples, blemishes, sunspots and under-eye dark circles prohibit you from attending social gatherings or makes you insecure because your friend has a more flawless face than you are? Sealed your problems with a kiss because the secret weapon for a blooming, radiant and fresh-looking face is simply a CONCEALER.

Concealer is a type of make-up and is a heavier version of a foundation which instantly camouflages zits, dark circles and blemishes. Choosing the right shade that matches your skin tone is a bit challenging, but it's the MOST important thing in successully achieving a fresh and flawless look.

The shades of concealer comes in many variety:

White = hides dark circles and brightens dull skin
Green and Blue = eliminates red patches on the skin
Purple = makes the complexion looks brighter
Orange = blends well with dark skin
Skin-tone = widely use shade

It is also available in cream, liquid, stick and powder which provides from lighter finish to a heavy cream finish.

TIPS:

A concealer should be one shade lighter than the foundation if you are using both.
Choose a concealer that perfectly matches your skin tone.
Apply it in moderation, too much or too little would only emphasize the problem you are hiding.
Don't forget to apply loose powder after your concealer.

LYRICS: Hannah Montana (Miley Cyrus)

2008-05-05T21:54:00.000-07:00

ARTIST NAME: Hannah Montana
TRUE NAME: Destiny Hope Cyrus
BIRTH DATE: November 23, 1992
BIRTH PLACE: Franklin, Tennessee
ALBUMS (Click link for lyrics):

Hannah Montana CD's 1 and 2 (2007)

Hannah Montana Soundtrack (2006)

CWC, a place to be!

2008-05-04T00:06:00.000-07:00

Are you a sojourner who loves and looks for an extreme adventure, fun, excitement and SPORTS? Then Camarines Sur Watersports Complex (CWC) is the perfect destination for a perfect you.

You can spot the location at Pili, Camarines Sur province of the Philippines. An eight hour travel by land or a forty-five minute domestic flight from Manila will take you there. It is a six-hectare man-made complex and has six tower Sesitec cable system with a large island in the middle. Tourists and people from just anywhere would want to explore and experience the summer bliss the place offered. CWC takes its pride as the First World-Class Watersports Complex in Asia where occasionally, both local and foreign sponsored wakeboarding competitions are held. The place is not just a home for wakeboarding, there are various places to visit and other recreations to choose from to give you an extra fun and extraordinary adventure:

play the extreme sports of wakeskating, kneeboarding and skiing;
show off your sexy swim wear in the swimming pool;
play foosball, basketball, air hockey, pool and bouncy house with your peers in the game room;
ease and satisfy your food cravings in the restaurant or hang out with friends in the bar along the area;
various nearby places to check out and take pictures as souvenirs in the Eco-Village, Islands and Hotsprings;
be the first to see the most awaited Boat Lake which is expected to open in 2008; and
surf the internet with the coolest website and up-to-date information on CWC.

Still not convinced?

High School Musical, the 3rd sequel

2008-05-03T09:46:00.000-07:00

Hurray for Troy, Gabriella, Sharpay and the gang in their comeback!

The High School Musical III: Senior Year is expected to premier on October 24, 2008.

The original plot is "Now high school seniors, Troy Bolton (Zac Efron) and Gabriella Montez (Vanessa Hudgens) are facing the prospect of being separated from each other as they go off in different directions. Joined by the rest of the Wildcats, they stage an elaborate spring musical reflecting their experiences, hopes, and fears about the future".

Hhmmm, to early to react and comment on the movie. Just hope this is still worth continuing for another High School Musical movie. Goodluck!

At the EDGE there's a WEDGE

2008-05-03T08:15:00.000-07:00

Ankle-strap wedge sandal,

Y-shaped strap wedge and

Peep-toe slingback wedge.

What does these three shoes have in common? Obviously they are wedges! Wedges came from the many variety of style of high-heel footware. The name itself "Wedge" may have been derived from the heel's wedge form that continues all the way to the toe. It is characterized typically by elevated platforms and heels and it comes with numerous designs in straps.

For centuries, high-heel shoes, wedges in particular had been a must-have item and an exclusive girl thing.

What make the high-heel shoes special?

it makes the wearer appear taller
it makes the legs appear longer
it makes the foot appear smaller
it makes the foot appear smaller it changes the wearer's posture, requiring a more upright carriage and altering the gait in what is considered a seductive fashion

Well, the four bullets above answered it all!

The Comeback of Skinny Pants

2008-05-02T08:47:00.000-07:00

Carrot leg pants, ice cream pants, pencil pants, slimjims, peg leg pants, skinny pants, arrowhead pants and slim-fit pants are few of the many names associated with the only one cut of jeans. By the name itself, readers can easily visualize the style. It is a funnel-shaped cut usually made of stretchy materials often fit through the legs and with a small opening at the bottom for a tight hold on the legs.

Way back 1950's, the skinny pants were already worn and popularized by country music popstars, rock bands and heavy metal bands.

Time passed and it went out of flavor due to the influence of hip-hop style in the realm of fashion. Apparently, it made a huge comeback in 2000 and the succeeding years.

It is an all favorite of people who desires to look a little bit taller because the slim fit cut makes the legs look longer and creates an optical illusion of an instant increase in height.

Getting rid of CELLULITE

2008-04-30T22:15:00.000-07:00

Cellulite is prominent on thighs, buttocks and stomach area where the skin becomes dimpled, wavy and rough due to lack of exercise, unhealthy diet, hormomal factors and stress.

Take note, overweight, average and underweight people get cellulite.

To avoid the expensive surgical and laser treatments of cellulite removal, better undergo a less complex treatments that supports natural processes, such as:
1. Exercise
2. Balanced diet
3. Nivea Body - Goodbye Cellulite Gel Cream and Patches

The new innovation of Nivea was featured in the Tyra Banks Show, and it was subjected to test. Four women of different body shapes undergo a four-week beauty trial program. The result was amazing, the positive testimonials of the users and the "before and after" pictures evidently showed the revolutionary change in the dimpled appearance of the skin at the targeted body parts (thighs, buttocks and stomach).

The proven results at the back portion of the box are no doubt to be true:

After 2 weeks the skin is noticeably toned and smooth
After 4 weeks the sign of cellulite are visibly reduced

Although the proven results may vary on the frequency of use, amount applied and other factors.

The effectiveness of the product lies greatly on the substance L-carnitine which is naturally present in the skin. It converts fat into energy by transporting the fatty acid into the Mitochondria "cell"s powerhouse". Sufficient L-Carnitine therefore contributes to fat oxidation and leads to the reduction of cellulite.

CHICK PICK: 2008 FHM Sexiest Woman

2008-04-26T08:10:00.001-07:00

From a poor household in Rockwood, Tennessee emerged a versatile actress and model, Megan Denise Fox (born May 16, 1986).

She is currently on the pedestal holding the number one spot in the FHM men's magazine as the 2008 Sexiest Woman in the World beating out the likes of Jessica Biel, Angelina Jolie and Jessica Alba.

Megan is not just a hotty but a talented actress, proof of which were when she played the lead female role of Mikaela Banes in the 2007 live-action film Transformers and the many movie opportunities that comes her way.

Her love for art need not be expressed, making her own body a canvass of uniqueness speaks for it. She has nine tattoos including a poem on her ribcage, a phrase "we will all laugh at gilded butterflies" on her right shoulder, a symbol for strength on her neck, a picture of Marilyn Monroe's face on her right arm, her boyfriend's name "Brian" near her genital region and the rest are for you to find out :-)

kitten heel VERSUS stiletto heel

2008-04-26T07:37:00.000-07:00

Kitten heel and stiletto heel are generally classified as "high heel shoes" because of their sexy look for women of all ages. Both heels are stylish when combined with a sharp pointed toe, peep-toe or a long winklepicker toe straps and in an elevated platform.

Kitten heel is a short, slender heel from 1.5 inches to 2 inches high and the style is believe to be popularized by Audrey Hepburn. It becomes a trendy shoes for most young girls because it let them get used to of wearing high heels and is easy to carry.

Stiletto heel is a long, thin heel that vary in length from 2 inches to 8 inches and the design originally came from the late Kristin Wagner. It become a must-have for the professionals and young women because it provides an additional height and it creates a feminine touch from formal to casual attire.

Whether kitten heel or stilleto heel, as long as you are comfortable and confident wearing it, then go for it!

Made of Hand Jewelry

2008-04-26T07:11:00.000-07:00

Summer is all about FUN with dazzling colors creating a freshly and earthly style. So, set aside the usual elegant shining gold and silver jewelries and complete your summer get up with a cool yet stunning unique handmade seedbead jewelries reflecting your own special personality.

The materials in making a fashionable summer accessories are very cheap and are available at all leading stores, such as: seedbeads in different color and shape, string/thread which maybe elastic or wire, lobster clasp for the necklace, anklet and bracelet's lock and fish hook for the earring's lock.

The procedure is very simple, just attach the string to the lobster clasp, add-in the seedbeads and the rest depends on your artistic talents.

The success in making wonderful finished products varies greatly on your sense of dedication, creativity and patience. Simple, isn't it?

Dress for the Dolls

2008-04-24T18:49:00.000-07:00

Girly girl lace-trims, floral prints, puff sleeve and swingy shape in powder pink is one of the many variations in style of a babydoll dress. Typical designs of which are similar to what is worn by infant (baby) dolls where the dress is short enough to easily change the diapers.

Babydoll dresses are also associated to have been originated from nightgown or negligee because of its various similarities in design, although there's a huge difference in the materials used such as fabrics. It even creates a fashionable fun casual look over a favorite jeans or shorts and not just a minidress worn at night.

The design might have existed way back 1950's or even earlier, but still it holds one of the trendiest tops in summer clothing colletion these days.

CHICK PICK: Teen Popstar Sensation

2008-04-23T20:39:00.000-07:00

Destiny Hope Cyrus started her acting role at the age of 9. It took her only three years to be idolized by fans when she was given a break by Disney, starring Miley Stewart on the Disney Channel Original Series: Hannah Montana. From then on, the little farm girl Destiny Hope Cyrus turned into a teen popstar sensation, Hannah Montana with $18.2million income earned in 2007 as reported by Parade magazine and Usmagazine.com.

What's new for Hannah? Besides from Disney tv series, tv guestings, studio album recording and world tour concerts; year 2008 is a big leap to her career as she plans to write books about herself where Disney Book Group bought the rights. Little miss Miley is also working on a feature-length film "The Hannah Montana Movie" to be produced by his dad, Billy Ray Cyrus. Both projects are expected to hit the market by 2009.

Flip those FLIP-FLOPS

2008-04-22T21:05:00.000-07:00

It's summer time! Leave the pile of work behind, take off those office shoes and get read to relax under the sunny sky. Oppsss, don't forget to pack those sexy bikinis, cool shades, sun screen lotion and the must-have stuff this summer, a new stylish "flip-flops".

Flip-flops also known as thongs are popular because it is easy to carry and very economical, although the price may range from the cheapest rubber to an expensive jewelry decorated flip-flops. It is inspired by the traditional Japanese wooden soled sandals but nowadays, it becomes a fashionable outdoor footwear because of the many additions and variations of straps and soles.

It might visibly exposed the varicose veins on the feet :-) but its simple Y-shaped strap design and flat sole held loosely on the feet makes it comfortable for a long summer walks and getaways.

So, have fun and flip those flip-flops!