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FEATURED - Tuesday, December 11th 2007Trend Alert: Chanel Blue Satin Nail Polish SS 2008
I can remember when Chanel introduced Limited Edition Black Satin 219 nail polish back in 2006. This popular nail polish was flying off the shelves left and right. It was going for $50-$100 per bottle on ebay, when its nomally priced at $19. Celebrities even confessed to the extremes they went through just to get a bottle. Luckily, I purchased Black Satin before it was impossible to find. Due to it's popular demand, Chanel brought it back, and is now one of their stocked colors.
So, what is it about Chanel limited edition nail polish colors that makes everyone so crazy? The beautiful, rich unique colors but, most importantly the name Chanel. Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel's fashion designer, extraordinarily passionate, assertive, and undeniably brilliant. How can we expect any less than that, we can't!
Chanel is introducing Blue Satin, a limited edition color for Spring 2008. I was one of the lucky ones that pre-ordered 2 bottles online from Neiman Marcus. This is going to be hotter than the Black Satin craze. If you can get your hands on some, I suggest you act fast! Chanel is keeping quiet about this one, but, I expect them to release mid-December to Janurary. The Sales Assosicates (SA's) at the Chanel counter are pretty useless when it comes to release dates, so my advice, don't waste your time trying to get information from them until the day it is released.
If you are a fan of OPI Russian Navy like I am, you will absolutely love Chanel Blue Satin. I expect my order to come in before Janurary 1st. Don't forget to enter your chance to win a free bottle of Chanel Blue Satin.
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Sunday, December 16th 2007Chanel Blue Satin 461: It's been officially released
It's officially here, Chanel Limited Edition Blue Satin nail polish. It's a beautiful to die for color! Certainly a must have color for the spring! Blue is going to be the "IT" color for spring 2008. So, be sure you get your hands on some, quick! It's already selling out at the Chanel counters and going for $60 a bottle on ebay! And, It was just released!
Orginially, I pre-ordered from Neiman Marcus, but, due to the high volume of backorders, they are heavily delayed and will have to cancel many orders. So, I wasn't about to wait and take that chance. I jumped in my car and headed to the nearest Chanel counter. Luckily, they had very few left. I must say it is totally worth the wait. This color is going to be "IT". Ever since I saw Emily, in The Devil wears Prada, I've been waiting for Chanel to come out with a Blue color. OPI Russian Navy fans this color is very similar, but, Russian Navy has more pink-ish undertones tones, and Blue Satin does not. That's one of the reason why I love Blue Satin as opposed to Russian Navy.
Don't think I wasn't thinking about all my readers! I picked up three extra bottles that I will be giving away FREE ! Just subscribe to my newsletter and you will automatically be entered at a chance to win this beautiful color. The three Blue Satin pictured above are the actual bottles I will be giving away. Don't forget to subscribe for your chance to win! Subscribing gives you the ability to get news updates, leave comments, ask questions, and more! Click here for the first giveaway date.
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Monday, January 7th 2008Chanel Blue Satin Nail Polish: Giveaway Date
As mentioned in December, I will be giving away 3 bottles of Chanel Blue Satin Nail Polish. The first giveaway date will be, January 15, 2008, less than a week away! Don't miss out on your chance to win this seasons "IT", deep navy blue color. All you have to do is Subscribe to Steph's Closet newsletter, and you will automatically be entered for a chance to win. Yes, it's that easy! Subscribing gives you the ability to get news updates, leave comments, ask questions, and more! I've also added a new profile feature to Steph's Closet for all my subscribers. It gives you the ability to create your own page, and upload photos. So, please make sure you take advantage of this feature.
The only thing I ask of the winners, is to leave a review on how you liked or disliked the color and why. It's that simple! What are you waiting for! Stayed tuned on January 15, 2008, when I will be announcing the winner and the next Chanel Blue Satin Polish giveaway date.
Check out the Chanel Blue Satin Winners.
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FEATURED - Monday, January 28th 2008OPI India Collection: Spring Summer 2008
OPI Introduces India Collection for Spring Summer 2008. This India Collection is focused around sunny, high-energy pallette for the nails and lips. This season trends will include: hats, brightly colored bangles, metallic clutch purses, and India inspired beading and embelishments.
I'm really loving OPI India's Collection and China Glaze OMG Collection for Spring and Summer 2008. Essie and Zoya is taking a different route by introducing sheers and neutral colors for their Spring Collection. Neutrals are nice, but I need bold colors for Spring and Summer!
Move over Blue Satin and Russian Navy, OPI Yoga-ta Get This Blue is in town and is on Fire! OPI introduces a new blue nail polish in this collection, which I cannot wait to see! See the nail polish colors and names below.
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I'm Indi-a Mood for Love - Hot Pink |
Yoga-ta Get This Blue - Dark Blue |
| Get Me to the Taj on Time - Pale Opal | Curry Up Don't Be Late - Metallic Gold |
| Charmed by a Snake - Bronze | Lunch at the Delhi - Coral |
| Royal Rajah Ruby - Burgandy | ElePhantastic Pink - Light Pink |
| Black Cherry Chutney - Dark Blackish-Red | Keys to my Karma - Rich Red |
| MonSooner or Later - Orange | Moon Over Mumbai - A Soft Gray |
Check out the Reviews and Swatches for this collection.
{Photo via: Ball Beauty}
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Saturday, February 2nd 2008MAC Cosmetics: Upcoming Collection Dates
An MAC ADDICT Ultimate Resource for 2008
Slimshine - 2/7/08 (Int'l March 2008) Permanate MAC Line
Don’t speak. Lips are in danger of all manner of delicious indiscretion. Seductive in colour, shine and staying power. Seven new Slimshine Lipstick shades and 13 bring-back shades invite colourful, ultra-glossy conversations. People will talk.
Check out the review and photo swatches for MAC's Slimshines Collection.
Mineralize Foundation - (LE) The release date keeps changing
Making headlines with our lightest mineral infusion yet! This unique loose powder foundation brushes on to adhere smoothly to the skin. Provides a radiant natural matte finish with medium-buildable coverage, and SPF 15 for everyday sun protection.
Fafi - 2/14/08 (Int'l March 2008) (LE)
A trendy collection inspired by the French Graphic Artist, Fafi.
Check out MAC's for Fafi product photos, review & swatches part 1 and review & swatches part 2.
Strobe - 3/6/08 limited edition
This collection includes: Strobe Liquid, Strobe Cream, Strobe Lip Conditioner, and 4 different shades of Tinted Lip Conditioners.
Check out the review and photo swatches for MAC's Strobe collection.
Viva Glam VI - 3/6/08
Introducing a Special Edition VG VI Lipglass and new spokesperson into our mix - Fergie! A radical spirit, Fergie burst onto pop culture as female lead in the Black Eyed Peas. She joins Eve and Dita von Teese in speaking out on behalf of VIVA GLAM VI.
Check out review and photo swatches for the new Viva Glam VI Lipglass.
Beauty Powder Blush - 3/13/08 (Int'l April 2008) (LE)
A micronized powder blush with a subtle pearlize pigment, 8 new shades and 2 re-promoted makeup brushes.
Check out review, swatches and product photos for MAC's newest Beauty Powder Blush.
Heatherette - 3/20/08 (Int'l April 2008) (LE)
24-Hour Party People know what time it is when N.Y.'s counter-culture couturiers create a paint-by-numbers world of drama with two glittering looks. Choose from Good Girl for day, Bad Girl for night...or be the superstar you are and flip it!
Check out the review, swatches and product photos for MAC's Heatherette Collection.
Euristocrats - 4/1/08 European Stores only
Check out Specktra's fabulous swatches for this colorful lipstick collection.
Dress Camp - 4/17/08 (Int'l April 2008) extremely rare and "very limited"
Super hot Asia exclusive collection. This collection will not be available at MAC stores only online.
Check out the review, swatches and product photos for Asia's Dress Camp.
Dazzleglass - 5/1/08 (Int'l May 2008) (LE)
Electro-pearl atoms blast their light as Lipglass gets the dazzle treatment. High-shine + large particle quartz and opal crystal captured in a great new formula with light-reflecting, crystalline iridescence. To be this dazzling: that's power!
Check out the review, swatches and product photos for MAC's new glitter lipgloss.
Naughty Nauticals - 5/1/08 (Int'l May 2008) (LE) 3-part release
Sailors, ahoy! In her fleet of pinks, corals, reds, and the deepest navy Nail Lacquer seen this side of Marseilles, she's uniformly chic, and cruising for romance. In style and desire, she's poised for perfection. Go overboard!
Check out the review, swatches and product photos for this Naughty collection.
Stowaways Quad - 5/1/08 Part of the Naughty Nauticals Collection and only available at Nordstrom.
Skinsheen - 5/1/08 (LE) (Int'l June 2008)
Legs...Bronzed to distraction. Seductive and cruise-worthy. A sprayable lightweight gel that unlike your fancy, never drifts. Brushes lightly and flawlessly over the skin. For the ultimate secret application and smoothest sheen, try the 179 Body Buffer Brush.
Neo Sci-Fi - 5/29/08 (Int'l June 2008) (LE) 3-part release
Spinning glamour into another orbit: our magnetic field of hot fluorescents, modern buffs, beiges and flesh tones are destined to test the laws of your style gravity. With these supersonic shades and neon orange compacts, go shock the galaxy!
Check out the review, swatches and product photos for the Neo Sci Fi Collection.
Future Earth - 5/29/08 (Int'l June 2008) (LE)
Lava-licious! The power of Volcanic Ash brought into one dynamic all-black element, Volcanic Ash Exfoliator. Mineral-rich. Cleanses, exfoliates, makes skin look radiant. Its glowing compliment: new Prep + Prime Microfine Lip Refinisher.
Check out the reviews, swatches and product photos for the Volcanice Mask and Lippie.
Solar Field - 5/29/08 (Int'l June 2008) (LE)
Alternate sun power. Glamour beams across the universe via new Solar Bits: free-formed clusters of rich pigment and pearl. Its full-volt complement: skin made provocatively golden through Bronzing Powder in Solar Riche and Refined Golden
Check out the review, swatches and product photos for the Solar Field Collection.
Tendertones - 5/29/08 (Int'l June 2008) (LE)
Sexier on the lips than balm. Silkier than gloss. More protective than naked. A lipcolour that combines soft shine, easy glide, and double-smooth satin finish with an everyday sun protective formula. To treat your lips...Love 'em tender.
Check out the review, swatches and product photos for this cult lip balm. Check out Loreal's HiP Jelly Balm - is an excellent alternative that's actually better than MAC.
Summer Trend Bags - 5/29/08 (Int'l June 2008) (LE)
Shine-blasted. Shockingly fluorescent. Our easygoing Softsac goes patently neon in three tote-along sizes: mini, small and medium. Utterly functional and fun. The best complement to the M·A·C Neo Sci-Fi collection. Available in three buzzed-up colours.
Cool Heat - 6/12/08 (Int'l July 2008) (LE)
Some looks are too hot for summer to handle but not Cool Heat. Sweltering corals, chill-out blues, complemented by Turquatic and its warm new sister shade, Turquatic Heat, create this season's coolest - and steamiest - beauty paradox.
Check out the review, swatches and product photos for this energetic collection.
New View - 7/08
Natural and Shimmer. The split personality of powder to sheerly and subtly perfect skin with dimensionality and mineralized starshine. These Mineralize Skinfinish duos are state-of-the-art simplicity, high-resolution finish.
Sonic Chic - 7/08
Mineralize Blush to break the style barrier: Screamingly chic, but soft, sheer, lightweight. Enhance cheekbones, create planes and contours with the 181 Buffer Brush for flawless blending. The fastest route to perfection yet is Ultra-Sonic.
Check out the Review and Photo Swatches.
Electroflash - 7/08
Mineralize Eye Shadow in nine new duos with unblinking courage, and convincing new combinations. Add Lipglass and Lipsticks with quantum physics energy, in companion colours and electro-lustres. Electricity is our most precious resource...everybody, electrified!
Check out the Review and Photo Swatches.
Colour Forms - 7/18/08 (Int'l August 2008) (LE) Nordstrom Exclusive
Lustre Twins - 7/31
Nine new shades of Pro Longwear Lustre Lipcolour featuring an exclusive sheer pigment top coat, with three Nail Lacquers. Separate if you must, but these Lustre Twins shouldn't live without each other. Codependent couture colour and shine starts here!
Starflash - 7/31
Hollywood's new Power Couple. Our 12 new limited-edition Starflash shadows, combined with Kohl Power Eye Pencil. Shades for a smooth, creamy, cushioned life. Provides the double-wattage impact that will take you to the new stylesphere!
Check out the photo swatches and review.
Cult of Cherry - 8/21 The new forbidden fruit. Deep, dark, dramatic. Lips ripened with juicy cerises and intoxicating kirsches while eyes smoulder in luscious spiced chocolate. With its sense of way-to-go dark, this is how we separate the bitter from the sweet...Fall drama just got more delicious.
Check out the photo swatches, review, lip looks using cult of cherry lipstick colors, nail polish swatches and my makeup haul.
Overrich - 8/21 Fall for luscious. Eight pigments that keep you de-lovely and delicious as ever. Oxidized, rich-metal hues are a cakewalk to apply, for eyes, face and all the sweet spots...These Overrich pigments satisfy an appetite for glamour.
Check out the photo swatches, review and my makeup haul.
Suite Array - 9/25 Check-in to the double-delight luxury of our new Eye Shadow Suite. Eight shadow duos in unexpectedly fresh and frivolous colours paired with one of our new Pearlglide Eye Liners will provide you with all the accoutrements of day and night bedroom eyes.
Check out the review and photo swatches.
Gold Fever - 9/25MAC for Ungaro - 9/25 Dreamy, softly impressionistic, reverential...To celebrate his exciting debut, It-Designer, Esteban Cortazar, celebrity makeup artist, Sharon Dowsett, and M·A·C come together backstage to create a colour collection in the spirit of today's Ungaro.
Check out the review and photo swatches.
Red She Said - 10/16 The retro-starlet allure of Hollywood glamour, with a modern twist. A season where lips connive, then confess in shades of provocative holiday reds. Party season and passions flare! "Red" She Said, and no one could resist her.
Check out the review and photo swatches.
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Wednesday, February 6th 2008OPI India Collection: Review and Swatches
OPI India Collection for Spring/Summer 2008 has officially launched today. I had a chance to get a sneak peek at this collection, and pick up a couple of bottles. First off, I really love India inspired collections. This collection has a little bit to offer for any appetite. Neutrals: Soft Grey and Opal colors. Dark: A gorgeous blue that no-one should overlook, and a deep burgandy with red shimmer. Metallics: Sheer Gold and Bronze perfect for summer. Brights: A beautiful fuschia magenta (pictured on model), Bright Pink .
If you haven't been locked up and living as a hermit, then you know by now,, that blue is the "IT" color for Spring/Summer 2008. Most nail collections this season have featured some kind of blue shade. Chanel Blue Satin, is one of my personal favorite nail colors this season, but, something was just missing. As much as I love Blue Satin, it's just too darn dark without putting a topcoat of Azur. Don't get me wrong, I still love the color and will continue to wear it. But, it was hyped up so much, that I already had high expectations and the vision in my head didn't match up with actual color. Maybe if the formulation wasn't as thick, it would have an potential of being a 10.
Charmed by a Snake. A bronzed color that is perfect for any anybody. This is a great color and much approiate for warm and cool tones. This is definitely tied with MoonSoon or Later as my second favorites. "Bronzed" and "Goldened" are one of the color trends for this summer, which brings me to the next color.
Curry Up Don't Be Late. A sheer gold color with yellow undertones. I think this color is more appealing to the warm tone crowd. A Metallic Yellowish-Gold is a tricky color to pull off. But, I'm really liking yellow this spring/summer. If your feet get really tan in the summer, this is a must for pedi's! Check out the OPI India Collection Promo Ad, featuring this color. I'll be honest, I love this color but, it was really hard to paint my nails. It's very sheer, and I certainly needed 3 heavy coats to cover completely. But, it's defintely worth the hassle, the color payoff is a gorgeous metallic yellow-gold.
Lunch at Delhi. Described as a soft coral shade with pink-undertones. I honestly don't see the pink undertones in this one. It defitnely has more reddish undertones which makes it dark coral color which is really pretty. Coral is going to be an "IT" color this spring/summer 2008.
I'm Ind-ia Mood for Love. Described as a Fushia-Magenta color. A Magenta Fushia creme color that is a must have for pedi's this summer! Take a look at the model in the picture above. She is wearing this color. How cute would that be on your toes, white flip-flops, and a toe ring.
Yoga-Ta Get This Blue. So true to the name. Yoga-Ta Get this Blue! What are you waiting for! WOW! This color is exactly what Chanel Blue Satin lacked and is amazing. It is exactly the blue I have been looking for. If you love the blue nail polish trend, well, this is going to be your holy grail color. So, what makes this blue different from all the hundreds out there? Well, OPI for one, secondly the beautiful aqua and blue shimmer that makes this perfect! And, one more thing, it LOOKS blue! Unlike Blue Satin and many others, where it looks black-ish in different lighting. Russian Navy fans, get ready, your going to love this color! Same type of texture, instead of the purple-ish pink shimmers, it's aqua and blue. This is my favorite color of this collection, and think it's going to be a HUGE hit.
MoonSoon or Later. I absolutely LOVE this color! Described as a bright reddish-organish color. I think this is one of the colors that most people will overlook. And, if you love orangey-red's, this defintely shouldn't be overlooked! It's not as bright and orangey as you might think. Described as a creamy tomato red. At first, I honestly overlooked this color. Two days later, I saw this color and messed with it a little bit, and ended up loving it and purchasing it. If your attracted to reds as I am, you'll love this! This color is my second favorite, right under the blue. Coral and Oranges are going to be a Hot color this summer!
Moon over Mumbai. Descirbed as a gray shade. I was really hoping I would like this color. I'm honestly seeing more pink in this shade. I would describe it as a very light pink shimmer with gray undertones. It is a very pretty shade, but, I was hoping for more gray. Essie's, Body Language is by far the best gray color I have seen this spring. This color is much like Essie's 2008 Spring Collection.
Keys to my Karma. Described as a rich tomato red color. Honestly, I see this color being more like a cherry red opposed to a rich tomato red, which I have plenty of similar colors.
Elphantastic Pink. Described as a bold carnation pink. Much talk was going on about this color. So, I was really looking forward to it. But, I was quite disappionted. My skin tone is warm and this color stands out like a sore thumb. It's just too bright for me. This color may look more appealing on cooler skin tones.
Here are some other colors I didn't get, but, would be more appealing for me in the fall. Spring and Summer is almost here so, I'm ready for some colors. Royal Rajah Ruby, a burgandy with reddish shimmer. If the shimmer were light pink, this would be an huge it color. This is more of a burgandy-blackish color. Black Cherry Chutney, a dark black cherry red.
Below are some photo swatches I took from my salon. 
The first picture was taken with a flash, the second without a flash.
Overall, I really liked this collection. Yoga-ta get this Blue! Go get this stuff now! That was the best color hands down. Followed by Curry up Don't Be Late, Charmed by a Snake, and MoonerSooner or Later.
What do you think of this collection? Are you planning to purchase any colors?
Check out the ultimate summer accessory featuring two colors from the OPI India Collection.
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FEATURED - Wednesday, February 27th 2008MAC Cosmetics Fafi: Review and Swatches Part Two
Eye Shadow Quads. I purchased both of these eye shadow quads. I honestly, did not expect to like Quad 2, but, that ended up being my favorite.
Quad 1. Vanilla, a white color witha a velvet finish, that is good for highlighting. Hey Neutral, a shimmery tan color, that is very pretty nude color. Pink Venus, bright pink frosted color, that has great color payoff and texture. Howzat, a dark gray-ish black color, good for crease lines.
Quad 2. Bold as Gold, a gorgeous shade of shimmery yellow-gold. I really loved this color, perfect amout of shimmer that isn't over powering. Shockwave, more of a shimmery tangerine color, that isn't as bright as it looks. You're Fresh, as it looks green in the quad, it's quite sheer. More of a greenish-yellowish shimmer. Prankster, it may look navy blue, but, comes out more dark blue-blackish.
If you tend to play it safe, I would go for the Quad 1. If you are daring enough, I would definitely recommend purchasing Quad 2. The colors may look funky, but, appear more sheerer than they actually look.
Paint Pots. I absolutely love MAC's paint pots. I purchased Cash Flow, and Perky. I am planning to pick up Rollickin soon. My favorite by far is Perky.
Perky, a coral-peach shimmer color, that is truely gorgeous, and the color pay-off is great. This is a must have base for Quad 2. Cash Flow, a goldish-brownish color, that is great with browns and neutral colors. Rollickin, a tealish shimmery color, that looks great espically paired up with Parrot eyeshadow. Nice Vice, a purplish brownish color, that was way too dark and purplish for my skintone (NC25). Layin Low, a creamy flat brown beige color. Girl Friendly, a very flat pink color.
Powder Blushes. The powder blushes were something I didn't even look at twice until I saw in person. They may appear "very bright" in their Fafi cases, but, that is not the case whatsoever. The blushes have very "build-able color". I initially only purchased Hipness but, later purchased Fashion Frenzy. It's really hard to choose between the two, because they are both equally beautiful.
Fashion Frenzy, a medium cool pink matte color that is very buildable. Just be careful with the blush brush, you can easily get outta control with the blushes, which might reflect the brightness of the color. Fashion Frenzy looks great with Quad 1, Sexy n Fun lipstick paired up with Totally It lipglass. Hipness, a warm peach matte color with a small hint of pink. Hipness looks great with Quad 2, Strawbaby lipstick, paired up with Sugar Trance lipglass.
Iridescent Mineralized Powders. These powders are just gorgeous, and by far the best out of the Fafi collection. If you love to sparkle and shine, then these powders are for you. Unfortanetly, I could not get a good picture to justify the beauties of these powders with them being so sheer. I purchased Verve-vacious, more of a golden bronzed color.
Verve-vacious, a goldish bronzed powder with several pigmented gold flecks. This is gorgeous, and can be used as a bronzing powder for summer also. Sassed-Up, a soft golden peach-pinkish color. I believe this color will be more appealing for everyone and the most popular. Sassed-up is another one I would like to purchase, only if my bank account wasn't depleted by Fafi! Belightful, a cooler brownish powder with gold specks. Verve-vacious and Belightful were very similar in colors. I opt for Verve-vacious because it's more becoming, and it's a limited edition color.
Nail Lacquer. I purchased both of these colors, because I'm a nail polish freak! However, I do think Girls will be Girl is more appealing than Boom. Girls Will Be Girls, a pink with a specks of gold that makes it somewhat coral-ish. The coral color is not very noticable to the naked eye. If you prefer the sheerness, you will only need two coats. However, In the picture above, I had to use 3 coats to cover my nail completely. Boom, a burgandy color with specks of pink shimmer. This metallic like color is very pretty, and looks great on nails.
Overall, Fafi is truely a great collection. It offers alot of bright pink/corals, girly colors that are going to be "it" colors for spring/summer 2008. Definite stand out items: Strawbaby and Fun n Sexy Lipstick, Sugar Trance and Totally It lipglass, Perky Paint Pot, and Sassed-Up mineralized powder. The only items that are sold out nationwide is Fun n Sexy and Strawbaby lipstick. But, they may still be available at your local MAC Store.
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FEATURED - Wednesday, February 27th 2008Dior: Limited Edition Poison Blue Nail Polish
Do you think the blue nail polish trend is too passe? Well, think again! This popular nail polish trend is just beginning and it's here to stay folks! I suspect that this trend is going to stick around for quite sometime, and into fall of 2008.
Get ready Chanel and OPI, we have another contender knocking on your door. What is it? Poison Blue, a nail polish shade inspired by the legendary Dior Midnight Poison fragrance. Available for the first time in the US, and exclusively only at Sephora. Prior to the US release, this was only available in Europe.
Dior Vernis Long-wearing Nail Lacquer is drama at your fingertips! This spring, Dior takes nails to new levels of intensity by introducing Poison Blue, a deep midnight blue nail polish in a silky smooth formula for long-lasting, glossy nails. Only by Dior and only at Sephora.com. $19.00 USD.
Is there really a difference? Of course there's a difference! The main different I notice, the formula doesn't have much shimmer which makes this polished and perfected. Poison Blue is a very high gloss, and very sophisicated nail polish look. I really like the polished look of Dior Blue Poision. This is a great look not only for Spring, but, for Fall 2008.
Love the blue nail polish trend? Don't worry, it's going to be here for a while! Be on the look-out for some gorgeous Blue's and Green colors to arrive now throughout fall of 2008. This color is very much appropriate to wear through summer and fall! Have fun with it!
Our next appearence of blue nail polish comes from Nars. Nars is releasing a blue nail polish for Spring 2008. Midnight Express, described as navy blue. Stay tuned for more information.
Check out the review and photo swatch for Dior Vernis Bleu Poison.
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FEATURED - Monday, March 10th 2008Dior Bleu Poison: Review and Photo Swatch
As ya'll know, I'm a little obsessed when it comes to blue nail polish so, I couldn't resist this one. Dior just released Bleu Poison, an Sephora exclusive limited edition nail polish color, inspired by the legendary Dior Midnight Poison fragrance. So, does it live up to the hype of all the other "navy blue" nail polishes out there? How does it compare to the infamous Chanel Blue Satin? I'll explain.
What's the difference? Dior is a high-gloss, dark navy blue-blackish nail polish, with a slight hint of dark blue shimmer pigments. Dior's formula is much thinner compared to Chanels Blue Satin, which made it a dream to apply. Although, there is very little shimmer in this polish, it looks gorgeous in light, due to the perfect amout of shimmer to make this a very sophisticated polished look.
Dior proclaims long wearing, yeah right? This formula is definitely long lasting and dreamy! I love when I find a nail polish that is long lasting and easy to apply! My manicure lasted me a good 7 "rough" days with no chipping. So, thats is a plus in my book. Check out the photo swatch below.
I love that fact that is more of a sophisticated glossy polish. Perfect for the office, and those special night outs. Even though there is not much shimmer, it lets off the perfect amout of sparkle in the right light.
Blue Satin VS Bleu Poison. One big difference is the consistency of the forumula. Chanel's is much thicker than Dior which made it difficult to apply Blue Satin at times. Another big difference, Blue Satin ususally looked dark blue-blackish is most lighting, except the sun. Bleu Poison shimmers and sparkles in a sophisicated way in most lighting that isn't too overpowering.
Overall, I think that Dior's Blue Poison is much appropriate in the corporate world and the night life. Also, perfect for those who love high-gloss cream polishes and those who like just a touch of shimmer.
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FEATURED - Friday, April 25th 2008MAC Cosmetics: Cool Heat Collection For Summer
MAC introduces Cool Heat Collection for Summer 2008. This collection should be arriving at stores and online around June 12, 2008 and International July 2008. Check out the Product Images and Color Story Below.
Perfumes (Creations): $22.50 USD
- Turquatic Crisp and energizing! A splash of clear, sparkling mineral water brought to a chill through an infusion of fresh lotus leaves and Corsican cedrat, then finished with a warm blend of anemone, orris and blue cedar. (Repromote)
- Turquatic Heat - Turquatic heat is a warm, floral, woody fragrance, with a sultry modern sensuality. Inspired by the original turquatic scent, this new edition delivers a unique and strong personality, delivered thru a contrasting heated sweetness. (LE)
Eye Shadows: $14.00 USD
- Solar White - Frosted muted white-gold ((Frost) (LE)
- Warming Trend - Frosty light taupe (Veluxe Pearl) (LE)
- Warm Chill - Frosty seafoam green with gold pearlized pigments (Frost) (LE)
- Gulf Stream - Frosty mid-tone blue-green with green pearlized pigments (Frost) (LE)
- Cool Heat - Frosty teal with multi-dimensional pearlized pigments (Frost) (LE)
- Climate Blue- Midtone violet-blue with pink pearlized pigments (Velvet) (LE)
- Blue Flame - Metallic navy-blue (Veluxe Pearl) (LE)
Slimshines: $14.00 USD
- Tropic Glow - Blue-pink with silver pearlized pigments (Frost) (LE)
- By Degrees - Neutral brown-pink (Frost) (LE)
- Gentle Summer - Light clean yellow-pink with white pearlized pigments (Frost) (New perm shade)
- High 90s - Pink-orange (Frost) (LE)
- Swelter - Sheer red (Frost) (LE)
Cool Heat offers some stunning eyeshadow colors in this collection. Lust haves for me are Warm Chill (a seafoam green), Cool Heat (Frosty Teal), and Golf Stream (blue green frost).
{Source: Specktra}
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FEATURED - Tuesday, April 29th 2008MAC: Naughty Nauticals and Skinsheen Launched
Sailors, ahoy! In her fleet of pinks, corals, reds, and the deepest navy Nail Lacquer seen this side of Marseilles, she's uniformly chic, and cruising for romance. In style and desire, she's poised for perfection. Go overboard!
MAC Cosmetics launches Naughty Nauticals and Skinsheen online today. This collection don't offically release at MAC stores until May 1st, 2008. Take a sneak peak at the website swatches below.
Colour plus texture for the lips. Stands out on the runway. Simmers on the street! What made M·A·C famous. 3g / 0.1 US OZ US $14.00. 
Two high-powered effects - Lustre and Glass - in one new lip finish. This amazing ornamental finish shines the lips with hi-shine overlaid with various tones of pearlized glaze. Beyond sexy. Transcends all known shine. 4.8g / 0.17 oz US $14.00.
Highly-pigmented powder. Applies evenly, blends well. 1.5g / 0.05 oz US $14.00
Pigment is a highly concentrated loose colour powder that contains ingredients to help it adhere to the skin. Pigment comes in an excellent range of colours. Use to create a subtle wash of colour or an intense effect. Pigment does not streak or cake, is easy to blend and long-lasting. Please note: Pigments are sold by weight not volume. Containers can appear to be less than full due to settling of the product. 7.5g / 0.26 oz US $19.50.
Revolutionary new high gloss formula. Three long-wearing finishes - Cream, Sheer, and Frosted. Visibly different. Provides no-streak/no-chip finish. Contains conditioners and UV protection. Go hi-lacquer! 10ml / 0.34 US oz US $10.00.
Legs...Bronzed to distraction. Seductive and cruise-worthy. A sprayable lightweight gel that unlike your fancy, never drifts. Brushes lightly and flawlessly over the skin. For the ultimate secret application and smoothest sheen, try the 179 Body Buffer Brush.
A smooth-on, gel-based bronzer that’s soft and mousse-like to apply yet provides sheer to low coverage with subtle sheen and radiance. For flawless, streak-free results, apply with the 179 Body Buffer Brush. 75 ml / 2.5 fl oz US $22.50.
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FEATURED - Thursday, May 1st 2008Naughty Nauticals: Review, Swatches, Photos
Check out all the Naughty Nauticals collection swatches. I will be writing up the review shortly, along with more photos!
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The only color that really stood out to me was the gorgeous, Port Red. The other colors have more of a " neutral-pink" pay-off, which I'm so over pink right now. My makeup collection is heavily out numbered by pinks.
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The two colors I purchased were Hey Sailor and Bateaux. Hey Sailor has good color pay-off and looks fab combined with Port Red lipstick. Ensign is also a pretty color, but, Bateaux had more of a peach color pay-off which I opted for Bateaux. Love Knot was very sheer on me but, I absoultey loved the blue and white duochrome, just wished it had better color pay-off.
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Mutiny was the only pigment I purchased from the Naughty Nauticals collection. I think this is a great color in general that everyone can wear. It's not to bold or daring, it's a nice soft aqua color.
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I wasn't nearly as impressed with the eye shadows. I felt Meet the Fleet and Pandanonium were very dull and boring to me. The texture was very blocthy and hard to work with when I was swatching. I purchased Shore Leave, Illegal Cargo and Submarine. My favorite out of the eye shadows is Illegal Cargo.
Pigments vs Eye shadows. I had a hard time deciding between the pigments and eye shadow colors, because they are somewhat similar. But, I decided to go with the eye shadows because of the better color pay-off. Illegal Cargo is much prettier and bolder purple than Lovely Lily. And, Shore Leave is a pretty ivory white frost comparted to Lark About, which is more of a sheer white-blue pigment.
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FEATURED - Friday, May 9th 2008Trend Alert: Lavender Purple Nail Polish
| Product: Purple Haze Nail Polish |
| Price: $18.00 |
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| Buy it: Rescue Beauty Lounge |
| Recommend: Yes |
More love goes out to the fabulous Ji and the Rescue Beauty Lounge team! I've had my eyes on Purple Haze since it was introduced in their Spring Collection. But, never took that next step to purchasing it. So, after months of debating, here it is.
Purple lavender nail polish started to make an appearance in winter, hitting most nail polish collections in Spring of 2008. Essie's Spring Collection, was one of the first lavender nail polishes that caught my eye. Looking for love, described as a sheer lavender nail polish, was one of the firsts I've tried. But, with much sadness, looking for love was extremely sheer, and the color pay-off just wasn't there. At that point, it was a color that I just put on the back burner, until now!
Ji and the Rescue Beauty team have created another truely unique polishes with outstanding color pay-off! I have nothing but good things to say about this color and the Rescue Beauty Lounge formula. The color is described as a creme lavender with dark blue undertones. The consistency applied like a charm and only two light coats are needed. Purple Haze has everything that Essie's, looking for love, lacked. And, you won't find a comparable polish to this color. Actually, it's hard to find many lavender blue-based colors in stores period. Check out the photo swatch on my toes below.
So, I have been sporting around this color for the past few days on both my hands and feet. And, I to say, this color is amazing! I usually don't wear matching colors unless the color is fab, and that is exactly what it is! The navy blue undertones makes this color a periwinkle blue outside in sunlight, and a deeper lavender purple inside.
I predict that this color will be a hit through the summer and fall seasons. Purple Haze will be an appropriate color in the fall to coordinate with your grays/blues/purples. Chanel, OPI, and many others are introducing a lavendar based nail polish to their summer collections as well. I think most of us will sway away from this color because of it's boldness. If you love blue, your sure to love this color also. Purple Haze espically looks great with darker skin tones; it tends to give you the perfect amout of pop on your nails or toes! It also looks great with a tan or a sunless tan.
Let's talk about Rescue Beauty Lounge! My first few impressions have been absolutely fantastic. And, we all know first impressions are crucial! It can usually make or break your business. My RBL collection is consistency growing with bold and beautiful colors. I'll usually wear any color, as long as it fits my style.
Future Colors. I would love to see Ji and the team create an orange nail polish for summer. Orange is rapidly becoming one of the next nail polish trends, and I know the Rescue Beauty Lounge color would be amazing!
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FEATURED - Wednesday, May 14th 2008Urban Outfitters Gets All Lacquered Up
Urban Outfitters gets all lacquered up! But, in a very good way! Models Own, is a new and edgy nail polish brand between brothers Mark and Steven Rodol. The polishes are quick-drying, hard wearing, and they have pioneered the idea of 'quick cosmetics' to sit alongside the 'fast fashion' adage. The colors aim to have trendy, cutting edge colors on the shelves in a matter of weeks rather than months. The trendy urban cool shades range include black, grey, green, navy and peach!
Oh, my, let's talk about these fabulicious colors, or rather drool! Grey, Green, Blue oh my! Almost every single color looks appealing to me. Foremost, the neutral grey shade is so calling my name. And, ya'll know how I feel about green and blue nail polishes! I have been searching for a nice neutral grey, and my journey may have ended. Let's just hope the picture displayed is true to color. If it is, I think we have a winner!
Models Own, retailing at $9.00 each is sure to be a hit. A nail polish that's not only wallet friendly but super trendy! Urban Outfitters is going to be hitting us with the seasons "it" colors when production times range within weeks!
{Source: Elle}
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FEATURED - Monday, June 2nd 2008Colored Mascara: Black Is Out And Color Is In
| Product: Urban Decay Big Fatty Color Mascara |
| Price: $17.00 |
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| Buy it: Urban Decay, Sephora |
| Recommend: Yes, Espically if you love color |
If you love the extra-thickening powers of Big Fatty Mascara, round out your collection with these wearable shades. Turquoise and navy hues give brown and blue eyes a jolt, purple shades make green eyes more dangerous, and burgundy adds drama to any eye color. They're a refreshing alternative to basic black.
Colored mascara is making an huge comeback and I'm so giddy over it! Urban Decay introduces four new colored mascaras this summer. Black Cherry (a deep burgandy), Electric Blue (a vibrant teal blue), Indigo (a vibrant blue violet) and Purple Haze (a dark purple). Check out the photo swatches and the video tutorial to get this look below.
These new shades are so fun and sassy, I just love them. The bold pop of color instantly makes your lashes eye candy. I happened to stop by my local Sephora today to pick up some primer potion, and these beauties were calling out my name. I was immediately drawn to these vibrant colors, foremost the Electric Blue shade. Thankfully, I was able to snatch the very last one (shoowee, close one)! Electric Blue is definitely going to be the most popular out of the four. The other colors were fully stocked. Purple Haze is another nice color I will have to pick up soon. It is a must have color for those green eyed babies!
The promo image is pretty smokin hot ladies! So, make sure you check out Urban Decays tutorial video to get this look.
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FEATURED - Monday, June 9th 2008CVS Drugstore Haul: Sally Hansen, Cover Girl
Boy, is it hot here in the Southeastern region. At 8 am it's already 90 degrees! A simple visit to my local CVS pharmacy to pick up some shaving creme turned into a full-force makeup haul. Those damn drugstores always get ya! The display for Sally Hansens Lacquer Shine was rather empty. These lovely summer shades were flying off the shelves by the minute. The four colors I picked up: Flair, Flash, Spark and Glow. Some other color shades that were sold out: coral, pink, and red. Check out the photo swatches below.
Glow is described as an granny smith apple green shade with yellow-green shimmer. Flair is an violet purple shade with navy blue shimmer. Flair was my favorite color out of the four I picked up. Flash is described as a turquoise blue color with turquoise blue shimmer. Flash is very comparable to MAC's Plasma Blu. The only difference I noticed is MAC's has more of a frosty texture. Last but not least, Spark. A navy blue with purple and pink shimmer. This is the first color that even comes close to OPI Russian Navy. Spark is almost an 100% duplicate. The only true difference is OPI Russian Navy has more shimmer to it. But, other than that, it's a great alternative.
This is the first time I've tried Sally Hansen's Lacquer Shine formula. Although, I can't review the staying power until I actually wear the polish a few times. The application was very smooth and easy to apply with vibrant color pay-off and dimmensional shine. I used two coats on my photo swatches. I don't think there would be a need for three coats because the color pay-off is divine.
I wanted to get some swatches up real fast for ya'll to see. Later this week I will be posting swatches individually along with photo comparisions.
I've been debating these two eyeshadow colors for awhile now. And, I finally picked them up today. Check out the photo swatches below.
Covergirl Kaboom Kelly - described as a kelly green shade with fairly good color pay-off. Covergirl Gold Sizzle - is a gold shimmer with not-so-good pigmentation. I had to literally scrub with my finger to get good pigmentation. And, last but not least, Milani Color Brillance eyeliner pencils. Hands down, Milani has the BEST pencils out there with outstanding color pay-off.
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FEATURED - Thursday, June 19th 2008Givenchy Fall Makeup 2008: Sweet Dandy Collection
The Autumn and Winter 2008 makeup collections promo pictures are starting to surface. Most fall collections are slated for the end of July to mid August. Random fact: my beauty wardrobe completely lacks any givenchy makeup. I'm looking to change that soon - starting off by the gorgeous, Le Vernis nail polish and smokey eyeshadow quad. Check out the color story and promo pictures below.
Polka dots dress up! These two customized harmonies are reminiscent of a dandy’s basic deconstructed three-piece suit. A matte texture and three complementary glowing shades offer two ways of creating sophisticated, smoky eyes. Smoky Shimmer: three dense, shiny black shades softened by a matte white base for grey tones coloured with blue, white and purple pearlescent particles.
Rouge Interdit lets you show off two sides of your charm with two different languages to express your femininity: Romantic Dandy pinkish beige for a naturally flushed look, and pure, intense Fatal Dandy red, the most dangerous lipstick around! Matching Pop Gloss Crystal in pinkish beige or intense red can be used alone for glossy, transparent colour or as a top coat to accentuate shine.
Nail polish addicts - saving the best for last...
Le Vernis. Limited Edition
The nails look as if they have been dipped in a starry night. Male codes meet female codes in luminous Dandy Moiré navy-blue varnish.
This beautiful green-blue shimmer nail polish is what orginially pulled me into this collection. Looking at the promo picture, it looks very familiar to one of my all time polishes, MAC whirlwind. Needless to say, I haven't found an worthwhile comparison to MAC's color. So, I'm pretty excited to see this color in real life.
{Source: Temptalia, Kiss and Makeup}
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FEATURED - Friday, June 20th 2008Nail Polish of the Day: Nicole Virtuous Violet
Happy Friday, ya'll!&nbs