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Since it’s Christmas, I thought it would be a bit boring to just stay at home
(and it’s a holiday season after all..)
I have a friend who is in Busan right now
Her parents are also on a trip, so my friend said I can come over
Therefore, I’m going on a spontaneous trip to Busan
I will be staying less than 24 hours there
So I’ll be packing as simple(?) as possible
I always bring my suitcase even for short trips
(Suffering from “you never know” cases) I usually pack a lot of stuff because you never know what’s going to happen
Christmas is just…
I tend to get a bit excited at the end of the year
(It’s the end and the beginning of the year vibe) so I want to keep trying new things
It feels like it’s been about a year since I last visited Busan
My plan is to go and eat good food,
(no huge plans) enjoy the sea, spend time with friends, and then come back right away
so I packed just few things
One thing I always bring when I travel is perfume
But I haven’t bought perfume in a really long time
I have found a new one that I’m into these days!
Like this nicely…
(Feels so nice) It feels nice when you display them on the vanity
Inspiration from the department store’s sense of style!
I tried recreating the look I saw in the store, and I think I did pretty well
So for this Busan trip,
I’m going to bring one of them from here
[My current go-to perfumes from ‘MAI OHW MAI’] This brand ‘MAI OHW MAI’
is the reversed version of ‘I AM WHO I AM’
This phrase ‘I AM WHO I AM’ itself
has a bit of a meaning like “I am me, myself, and I” you know?
The strength of that meaning is really empowering
and the reversed name is ‘MAI OHW MAI’
which sounds beautiful too
It’s fascinating how creating a meaningful name just by reversing it can be so intriuging
Their perfumes have 5 different scents
MARK 5: ANGER, DECEIT, SHAME, FEAR, and SADNESS
So, if you look closely, names often carry a bit more of a negative emotions
It turns out these somewhat negative names represent
the five hurt feelings that humans carry, expressed through scents
(what a learnt expertise…) and I really like how they came across with this idea
Typically, people don’t often choose negative names
(A naming sense that intrigued my curiosity) so I couldn’t wait to use them as soon as possible
(Hold on, I have to choose which one I should bring quickly)
Since it’s a trip, I want to bring a fragrance that feels fresh and brings a new mindset
Like adding a subtle touch of uniqueness
I’m torn between two options: DECEIT vs FEAR
[MARK 5: DECEIT] This has a hint of woodiness, but it’s not overwhelmingly woody
It gives off a vibe similar to the daily skin care product we use
A totally woody scent without being heavy
I often used this fragrance when I wanted to make it a focal point
Woody scent that isn't very artificial
The reverberation of the perfume has a vanila scent
People tend to think of masculine scents when they think of woody scents
But with this, it doesn't have that overwhelming woody scents
It's a great genderless scent
perfect for both men and women
What I also love about this perfume is
It has a meaning for each name of the scent
so when I use it, I'm not just using it but instead
(It feels like not only the scent but I feel like I also relate to the names as well) -I would choose a specific one when I'm in that particular mood
It's fun to match each scent to different days
DECEIT means to deceive someone
(Journey to a new identity) - I'm traveling to Busan with a different persona
This perfume could be carried in this sense
[MARK 5 : FEAR] -This is a scent called 'fear'
When I first smelt it,
the scent was very clean and holds everything together
as well as an alluring smell
It as a clean reverberation but I don't know how to put it
(firmly) You just have to smell this
If I had to describe it, it's more like a day-time scent rather than night time
so it's good to put on during the day time
This scent reminds me of a decent winter coat♥
Busan .. winter.. ocean at night
I think it'll go well with those kinds of activities
(Which one do you guys think will be better for me?) -I haven't decided between these two yet
I like the vibe that comes from the name of the perfume
so I'll go with 'DECEIT'
I thought it would be nice to bring my deception to Busan lol
It was an amazing Busan trip despite it being very short
[This video consists paid advertising of MAI OHW MAI] (Quickly moving to the nail shop)
(Jennynail in hannnam @jennynail._.hannam) Many people seemed to wonder about my nails so I thought it would be nice to bring my camera
(Catching up with my nail artist)
I don't have any plans yet
I'm going to Gangneung
I've been wanting to go Gangneung as well these days!
Really? Why?
(Many people seemed to visit Gangneung since it's winter)
I was in Busan this Christmas
It was a trip on a whim so I rode the train to get there
(Was too laid back) - But there wasn't any spot left to train back
(Me not giving in) -So I rode the bus for 5 hours to get back
But the bus wasn't too bad at all
I just listened to music and three hours had passed
So I stopped at the highway resting area and bought a can of pringles
(Suddenly asking about pringles) -Can you eat a whole can of pringles?
I can't eat the big one, but for the small one I definitely can
Stopping the chit-chat to choose a nail color
Oh but this one is pretty too
(Try to solve the hard issue of choosing nail colors)
What should I choose?
(Guess what color) Finally applying the color I chose after a long chat!
Oh it’s so clean
This is why I love getting my nails done
These are my new year new me nails, clean and simple
Great for a mood change!♥
So today…
Like really out of blue
I'm going on a staycation
(My parents told me yesterday that they had a coupon expiring today) - It was fixed yesterday so I planned all this today
and now I’m ready to go on my staycation
(I made myself look a lil cute lol) - I’m wearing a scarf and a cutesy outfit
The staycation is gonna be at the Silla Hotel
I was wondering which scent would go well with the occasion
[MARK 5: ANGER] - And then ANGER came to me
I personally think it’s really important
to follow the TPO(time place occasion), so for like a staycation
(A look that suits the place) - I would wear something that goes well with the hotel
and make sure the fit and the place all go well together
(A matching scent) - And the scent polishes it off
(which is why I chose ANGER for myself today) - so I thought a sweet and heavy scent would go well with
I don’t know if this expression is fit for describing scents but it’s a little elegant
I feel a sort of vibration
in this perfume’s afterscent
so I think it would go really well with the luxury vibe of the hotel
Perfect for days when you go all out
And it smells like it goes so well with the night
It’s not just sweet
but it has a little bit of freshness in it
and a little sentimental
When I take shower
(All five scents have a body product line as well) - I use a body wash in the same scent
(Coated all over with ANGER) - so I covered myself with it
I like when I smell consistent
so when I use that body wash, I use a similar perfume
Decked out in ANGER for today♥️
(At least I’ve got my perfumes with me) - So I packed in a rush and now I’m on my way
It’s super cold today so I think I’m gonna stay in the room
My house(?) for today
There are red decorations for the New Year
it was so sudden, but now I’m excited
I was torn between the two view options(Namsan Tower and Youngbingwan), but I chose the one with a better night view
Hey
(I didn’t use it, but) the room had a bathtub
The room size wasn’t that big
But it was quiet, and I liked the vibes
I couldn’t just stay in my room, so I’m going to a famous restaurant
(I look so excited?♥)
(Let’s see how good it is)
It’s been chosen by Michelin for five consecutive years
A little(?) selfie time with Finn waiting for pork belly
It's THAT Kimchijjigae(Kimchi stew) the one that's out as a meal-kit as well!
I think she really liked the hot stew because of the cold weather
Just slurping away lol
So good
Here comes the meat!
[I'm already excited ♡] We ordered pork belly and pork shoulder and they cooked the shoulder first
[fully focused] With its mouth-watering visuals I'm busy trying to capture the moment
Looks so great
Oh this is so good
Eating it with marinated scallion sauce is the best (recommended)
They had their own thing going on here
[So far it smells nice] They wrap the meat in basil
with a bit of Ssamjang(Korean traditional sauce)
This is my first time trying basil in this way
Because it (basil) has such a strong smell
I kinda avoid it
It's not as strong when you have it with pasta but
For someone who's not good with perilla leaves either, this was a new experience
But for those who enjoy them, they might like it :)
(behold the pork belly)
Now devouring their signature menu!
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Thought it was just a waste to do nothing at the hotel, so we're having some ice wine
Cheers-
Ooh so sweet~
Excited ice wine lover
My lightweight friend enjoyed it too
I finally found the wine I've loved from Canada here in Korea
This is so much better
Chilled?
It's so much better when it freezing cold
But it's been a while since we took it out from the fridge
There was an issue with the cork, so the hotel staff gave us a hand
(Thank you T.T We had a great time thanks to you)
There was a jazz performance in the lounge in the evening, so we came downstair to check it out!
Indeed, the atmosphere was exactly fitting with the scent I had in mind for ANGER ♥
[This lighting, this moment, this vibe...]
The subtle ambiance was so delightful
In winter we gotta have strawberry Bingsu(shaved ice) ♥
Strawberry chocolate ice cream champagne is ♥
It's perfect with the chocolate
Dip a strawberry in it
Let's try whipped cream strawberry combo
[The face is speaking too honestly] (As expected, so good)
Personally recommend chocolate plus strawberry combo
I was 24 when I participated in Miss Chunhyang and it's already been 4 years
Time just flies
When I look back I look so young
Young and youthful
We spent the winter night catching up
This busy place is Dongdaemun
(Obsessed with keychains) Today I’m going to make my own keychain
Today’s target is this colorful yarn
Since it’s a cat, maybe pink?
Maybe a little lighter
Let’s see which color will be best
Today’s theme is a city cat
City Kitty
This black heart is cute
(A drop of chic) - I’ve been into the city chic vibes these days
My basket is full in no time
Time for a mid-session check
I chose this to make a cat as well
but I think it would be cute as a bunny
We’re going with the bunny
I picked up some accessories for the keychain as well!
They’re all so cute it’s hard to choose
I’ve joined the PDs in this nice place to make them together
How do I smell?
Using a spare moment to brag(?)
I told you about that perfume before
I brought one from the five scents
This is rose, right?
I brought it because you told me you like rose scents :)
Out of the five
this one is the most floral
As soon as I smelled it I thought of you
- I was already going to recommend it - I think a lot of women will like it
MAI OHW MAI perfumes are genderless, but this one caters more to women
(My fav will be introduced at the end of the video) - This one and another one I always carry with me
They’re great for daily use
Right now I sort of smell like roses
Like I’m in a rose garden
[MARK 5: SADNESS] - It’s a scent titled SADNESS
and this one was my favorite out of the five
It feels a little limp, a little sentimental
like I’m the damsel in distress
It’s my first time seeing them in person
and the design is so simple and pretty
Exactly, because that’s really important to me
Because when I buy something
the package is so important
Especially us women, we want to buy something if it’s pretty
Also it’s the perfect size to carry around with you
I carry everything with me, so if the design is weird I end up not using it:(
These days I’ve been carrying this around when I meet my friends
to show them and give them recommendations
And tell them to smell it as well?
(It’s too good of a smell to use alone)
I don’t really like the fake rose scent
You know? The fake rose scent
That is why I am especially careful when choosing floral scents
If I choose the wrong floral scent,
it smells quite artificial
(A scent that somehow feels like it might cause nausea) - Too overpowering, like a car air freshener..
So, I’m usually very careful when choosing but this one is not like that at all
Yoonjung Ko is the model of MAI OHW MAI!
When I come across of Yoonjung Ko,
it feels like a fragrance that suits her image well
A sense of distilled winter roses, perhaps?
(Everyone should know by now.. haha)
If you enjoy no distinct floral scents, I highly recommend this
[This video includes paid promotions by MAI OHW MAI] Time for DIY!
This material is called “moru” (fur wire)
It is similar to the cardigan that I’m wearing today
Very soft
I will try learning how to make it from YouTube
It’s very complicated.. :(
(Back on the grind)
(Hesitating) What should I start with for the framework of an anvil doll?
Choose a suitable wire to serve as the framework for the doll
(found it!)
The color that I’ll use today is
This kitty! (Gray = sassy)
I’m going to make mine first
In case I screw up
I.. should be able to do well, right?
(The chaos right from the beginning)
First, grab the doll’s ears
(Since it’s a cat, it should have small ears, right?)
It’s hard :(
But back to focusing again
(Focused forehead) What? Repeat once more..!
Okay, let’s do this
The ears turned out like this
This is how they told me to do so!
Are you sure?!
Bewildered by the quite different appearance
(Jiyeon not giving up although it’s difficult)
You can do this
Thanks for the support, I worked hard
and created the body
Originally I wanted
to give a little scarf
(That’s the charming point) It’s quite trivial
I’m also giving it a little bag
Looking trendy~
Scarf bag = sassy city kitty
(Hey, you’re looking pretty cute)
Now we finished decorating, and let’s bring eyes and nose to life!
Half-done
(Ta-da!)
Cuteness overwhelming..!
Cool grey Kitty
I think you don’t have to hear the sound
Following the video would be enough
Such a professional~~
I’m pretty confident Vv
I’m going to make a rabbit with this
This time, a red nose! (So cute :) )
Cherry-loving rabbit complete!
It was fun to make them in my own taste
(Maybe… I might have some talent?)
Dolls have multiplied
I’m was short on time,so I’m brought it home to finish up a bit more
Let’s give them eyes… My(?) sweet little babies
It was really tough at first, but I’m so satisfied now
Who’s going to have these sweeties…?
You see I like those weird mysterious vibe
If wind had a smell maybe this is what it would be like
A scent that you can wear it daily
[MARK 5 : SHAME] - With a bit of musk there's also some sweet scent of apples and pears
I tend to sleep much better when I'm tired
if I smell something nice
[Spraying SHAME on the bedding, a subtle fragrance fills the room]
If you wear a perfume, the scent can be too strong
and it might cause headaches and difficulty falling asleep
This is quite normal, but
with this, it's not overwhelming at all
You need to smell it for yourself!
It’s like a… something like winter’s…
(fluttering) Science student trying to explain it
And this is something I've never smelt before
(Feeling like I made my own fragrance?!) - So that's why I like it more
I’ve mentioned this several times before on my videos
I like subtle scents
that seems to emanate from my skin
which gives natural aura
[Naturally permeated scent of skin] And SHAME is perfect one for my taste
[SHAME] So I use it frequently when I’m going to bed or a gym
But seriously it's so funny how
[This is my destiny!] -I found this MAI OHW MAI perfumes
It's my own personal scent so when people think of me
they will remember this smell
So in these 5 scents
Jiyeon’s Pick : SHAME
For the New Year, it might be good idea for each of you
to explore your own unique scent that represents yourself
[Sniffle] I was pretty sick right after the New Year began
So when I was sick this time
I learned my lesson that health truly is the most important
[Well-Wishing for New Year] - So I hope everyone watching will be healthy
in the year 2024
and have a year filled with happy moments
As for me, my ambitions got the better of me already
[Brace yourself, 2024! I’m coming for you!] - I was over-ambitious about what I wanted to do this year
[I want to do all this and all that, I want it all!] - I turn 28 this year
so I wanted to take care of myself, and made a list
I hope you all have a year
accomplishing your hopes and dreams
Everyone struck with the Jiyeon-beam will be happy!