Tis the season for roses to bloom.

Dear Sugar,

I think that I must be the most excited person, when you announced that it’s time for you to have your JS Prom. I had such a fun time preparing for Strawberry’s prom 5 years ago, and I just can’t believe that my baby sister is now turning into a lady. I could swear it was just yesterday when you were struggling with words, and uttering silly baby words, as I laughed and happily conversed in baby lingo with you.

As early as December, I already sought out help from my bazaar neighbors, Camille and Charlotte Co from Coexist. Camille’s designs are very feminine, and have this really ethereal touch, and I think that she’d be able to nail down the design what I have in mind – baby-ish, fairy-tale like, and pink, as I think your fair skin looks good with it. I wasn’t disappointed with my choice of couturier, as your prom dress turned out to be a unique masterpiece.

I was able to shop something for you during my side-trip to Singapore as I went to Cambodia this January – your prom shoes! When I saw this pair in Charles & Keith, I knew it was so you. I was so happy that I was able to find something so early. I just hate to cram-shop anything for prom, or formal events, as I feel that I never find anything I really want and compromise when I’m cramming!

I let you drink alot of water, nagged you to exfoliate twice a week, and apply moisturizer every night. I really seemed like a manager tending to her talent, but hey, what’s the loss if you prepare for your prom, right? I even heeded your request when you asked me to color your hair. What a vain princess you are, baby Sugar!

I also promised to do your makeup. I mean, what use would my studying makeup be, if I wouldn’t be able to do my own sister’s makeup for her prom? It’s already a given, and I was determined to pull off the best look, possible.

As your prom date drew closer and closer, it was me who was getting more nervous! I was fumbling over looks on what I think would look best on you, what eyeshadow you’d be using, and what techniques I’ll be executing. Friends would get amused on my panic attacks, my sleepless nights, and my stressed out moments. Well, I admit, I am a stage sister, and you’re making my dream come true – you’re going to be that most beautiful girl in your prom, no matter what!

After countless trials makeups, brainstorming over what hairstyle looks best, and heck, even what bag matches your outfit, I thought the day would never come! And the night before your prom, I honestly had the most tensed back, as I was very much pressured the night before. As I closed my eyes, I set myself ready for the day ahead, getting ready for battle. Stage Sister mode was officially ON for your Prom day!

…and the day finally came. Ahhh. Good thing that the gods were with me, as I have pleaded with them to give me all the luck in the world that day. I was able to successfully do your makeup, and your cousin Sab’s , and I was very satisfied with the output. Oh my, when you got ready, and changed into your dress, I felt so much emotions rise up in me. Ahh. My baby sister is really, really a lady already. And you were so beautiful, that I couldn’t take my eyes off you. My baby sister is now going to be the most beautiful girl in her prom!

Mission accomplished, as you’d tell me that alot of your friends did not recognize you. Believe me, just telling your stories about your prom made me relive my good ‘ol highschool days and just left me happy and contented. Seeing photos with your friends gave me so much pride that that’s my sister – the beautiful social butterfly. It made me envision on how you’d be one day – a warm-hearted friend to all, with generous smiles for everyone.

my masterpiece

Now, with all that, I just have one thing to ask of you – can you stay my baby sister for a little bit longer? I honestly would miss you when you start growing up. Stay sweet, be the always-smiling baby that always brightens my days no matter what, and stay patient with me teasing you mercilessly sometimes. Be my baby sister forever. I love you.

Love,

Your Achie Apple
(yes, my nickname’s another story )

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24 Responses to “Beautynomics Prom Special : Sarabeth”

1. Nikki:
   (February 14th, 2011 at 10:09 am)

   I’ve never been a big sister kasi coz I’m the youngest and my older sister is not into makeup so I didn’t go through the phase where I have a “stage mom” or “stage Sister” , your dear gorgeous sister is super lucky to have you!! She looks FAB!!!

2. Trixie:
   (February 14th, 2011 at 10:20 am)

   Super pretty!! Mana sayo!!!!! Congrats on your “work of art”!
   Sayo na ako magpapacolor ng hair HAHAHA!

3. nesz:
   (February 14th, 2011 at 11:23 am)

   Love love it Sophie! What a transformation from a teeny to a lady

4. Phoebe:
   (February 14th, 2011 at 11:48 am)

   I soooo wish you’re out and doing makeup when I had MY prom! Ang ganda ni Sugar! Mother Goose said she looks like the young Cristina “Kring Kring” Gonzales

5. brigitte:
   (February 14th, 2011 at 12:16 pm)

   so pretttyyyyyy! mga stage sister nga tau, soph!

6. MrsMartinez:
   (February 14th, 2011 at 12:19 pm)

   Naalala ko tuloy nun nag debut ang siobeko ako lahat ang nag arrange ng details ng suppliers pero di lang ako ang nagmake up sa kanya haha
   Job well done Sophie!
   xoxo
   MrsM

7. Dangski:
   (February 14th, 2011 at 3:12 pm)

   Awww, you siblings are so sweet! Lalu kana ate! I’ve always wanted a sister, sayang. Congrats, good job, shobe! Super pretty ni Sugar, she looks like Cristina Gonzales! =) She’s so lucky to have you as her ate. =)

8. Emily:
   (February 14th, 2011 at 3:40 pm)

   super sweet naman you!!! super achi ka tlaga…. owww… our shobe is being an achi to her own shobe… that is super sweet!!!
   Sugar is so pretty!!!

9. The Beautynomist:
   (February 14th, 2011 at 8:53 pm)

   Achie Ems : hahaha! thanks and Im glad you find Sugar pretty! she is pretty even without makeup
   Dang : Nice! I had to google Cristina Gonzales pa! Thanks haha!
   MrsM : haha! when was this? its so much fun prepping for our sisters’ proms no? I have 3 proms to go!
   Jheng : yes I remember your prom entry with your sis, too!
   Phoebe : please say thanks to Tita Yve! Naiintriga ako, but Sugar’s classmates tell her she looks like a certain Lily of How I Met Your Mother? lol
   Nesz : Thank you thank you!
   Nikki : thanks chie for helping me out with playing consultant and pressure-ball during my pressured moments! heehee glad it worked out great

10. Kitten:
    (February 14th, 2011 at 11:08 pm)

    you are so sweet and the make up you did is so perfect for her~ good job~ that dress is such a romantic looking one.

11. Angel:
    (February 14th, 2011 at 11:26 pm)

    I am in awe. Sugar, you are so pretty!!! As in~!!!! Good job manager/make-up artist/personal stylist/stage sister Sophie =)

12. Crissy:
    (February 14th, 2011 at 11:48 pm)

    I love her whole look from head to toe Seriously Sophie, good looks run in your family Your sisters are very lucky to have you as their Achie

13. Jeanny:
    (February 15th, 2011 at 12:08 am)

    wow great job soph! love the total look!

14. donnarence:
    (February 15th, 2011 at 8:15 am)

    she looks stunning!!as in!! you are the sweetest ate, sophie..

15. joye:
    (February 15th, 2011 at 9:40 am)

    super pretty! i wish i had an ate like you who would fuss over me. hhahaha! well done.

16. The Beautynomist:
    (February 15th, 2011 at 11:18 am)

    Wow, what a surprise with your stream of comments for my sister’s prom! I so appreciate the kind words!

    Joye : Thank you! Haha! Well, I’ll try to blog more about tips here so I can act as your “remote” ate! haha!
    Donnarence : Thank you Donna! I really try my best. There’s still next year for her senior prom
    Jeanny : Thank you! Hahaha! Hard work paid off
    Crissy : Ay thank you for saying that! Natuwa naman ako haha!
    Angel : still in denial though that this little bubwit is growing up. thank you!

17. renee:
    (February 16th, 2011 at 10:17 am)

    ahhh, you’re so sweet sophie! i truly admire you

18. Burnt Raisin:
    (February 21st, 2011 at 7:16 am)

    Naiiyak ako. I have five younger sisters and I always end up doing their makeup. But I can soo relate to that feeling/anxiety of wanting to prettify them to the best of our ability so they’d really be a stand out. (*wink*) My makeup prowess couldn’t even be considered a prowess at all but I’m glad you made this post –to which I could relate. Heheh. I’m sure your sister adores you alot. And yes, I’ll be with you in that prayer — that she/they stay “baby” for a little bit longer. We’ll sure do miss them when they’ve “grown-up” — big enough to do their own make-up. =)

19. Burnt Raisin:
    (February 21st, 2011 at 7:18 am)

    Btw, she’s really very pretty. =)

20. The Beautynomist:
    (February 21st, 2011 at 12:42 pm)

    Awww I have three younger sisters! Isn’t it great, I mean doesn’t it feel great that you can contribute/help so much to how they grow up, even the least, in that “department”? My baby sisters will be babies in my eyes forever.

21. dee:
    (February 28th, 2011 at 1:48 pm)

    next na si sunshine! haha

22. The Beautynomist:
    (February 28th, 2011 at 2:07 pm)

    ayaw raw nya magprom e haha

23. Jenn:
    (March 17th, 2011 at 8:16 pm)

    Super pretty ni shobe!!! Nainggit ako sa skin niya! ) And the eyes again achi soph! ang ganda!

24. Bea:
    (June 11th, 2011 at 11:51 am)

    Soph!!! Sugar looks so pretty!!! The dress looks really nice on her!

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