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Lancome Holiday 2011 Collection by Kate Winslet

by Diana Ajih on October 14, 2011

This holiday season, Lancôme is thrilled to announce its support of the Golden Hat Foundation, a non-profit created by beloved ambassadress Kate Winslet to raise funds to better the lives of children living with autism.

To raise awareness for the cause, Lancôme created a stunning holiday collection that brings to life the spirit and message of the charity. Additionally, the brand will make a donation of 150,000 Euros to the Golden Hat Foundation.

“I’ve been thinking about setting up this project for a long time, and Lancôme’s instant offer of support is a huge display of confidence and generosity,” says Kate Winslet. “Lancôme has given me the strength to go all the way, and I know this will open many doors.”

Lancome Holiday 2011 Collection by Kate Winslet includes:

Poudre Lumière in Golden Hat (Retail $40)

An interpretation of the Golden Hat symbol, this all-over powder softly illuminates the face. A sheer sparkling pink shimmer adds delicate glow, while a golden hue brightens skin with a touch of light.

L’Absolu Rouge Lipcolor (Retail $29)

The classic, moisture-rich lipstick is blended with vitamin E and SPF 12, for plush color that wears like satin.

Shades: Caprice, Rosette, Misty Rose, Spice Pink, La Base (primer base)

Mini Le Vernis (Retail $15)

Five new shades in pops of pink, red and gold shimmer that perfectly complement the magnetic lip colors.

Shades: Shade 102, Shade 26, Shade 27, Shade 28, Shade 003

To hear more about Kate’s inspiration behind the foundation, check out the featured video below.

Laura Mercier Holiday 2011 Makeup Collection

by Diana Ajih on October 6, 2011

Another wonderful holiday collection and this time its from makeup brand Laura Mercier. Here’s a sneak peek of Laura Mercier Holiday 2011 collection.

Baked Eye Color Palette (Retail $48.00)

Sienna Rich, chocolate brown
Terracotta Warm bronze, copper
Ballet Pink Soft peachy pink
Pink Petal Pale baby pink
Lilac Smoky lavender violet

Eye Portfolio (Retail $98.00)

Includes 12 eye colors in: Rich Sienna, Morning Dew, Black Coffee, Pink Crystal, Sable, Royal Gold, African Violet, Mica, Golden Cream, Fig, and Sparkling Night.

Three travel brushes: Ponytail, Crease, and Smudge.

Color Portfolio (Retail $98.00)

This limited edition kit includes six eye colors in: Primrose, African Violet, Merlot, Truffle, Topaz, and Stellar

Three Tightline Cake Eye Liners in: Ground Espresso, Black Ebony, and Burgundy Wine

Two Second Skin Cheek Colors in: Rose Petal and City Pink

Three travel brushes: Ponytail, Crease, and Flat Eyeliner

Travel Brush Set (Retail $85.00)

Laura Mercier’s Travel Brush Set Includes:

Double-Ended Secret Camouflage Powder Brush
Double-Ended Allover Eye Color Ponytail Brush
Double-Ended Flat Eyeliner/Smudge Brush
Double-Ended Brow Definer/Brow Grooming Brush
Finishing Brush

Mini Kohl Eye Pencil Set (Retail $32.00)

This mini eye pencil set comes in 5 colors and sold exclusively at Sephora.

Brown Copper- coppery brown
Antique Jade- metallic deep green
Black Turquoise- black with turquoise pearl
Black Violet- black purple charcoal
Purple Sapphire- bright eggplant

The Nudes Mini Lip Glace Set (Retail $38.00)

This lip gloss set is sold exclusively at Sephora.

Bare Blush- deep champagne taupe
Bare Naked- beige champagne
Bare Pink- light pink
Bare Beige- light neutral brown

The collection is available October 2011.

Dior Holiday 2011 Collection: Les Rouges Or

by Diana Ajih on October 4, 2011

Dior newest Holiday 2011 Collection: Les Rouges Or is available this month which features lovely makeup palettes, nail polishes, brushes, and more.

Seems like Dior is following the classic red and gold theme this holiday. Who doesn’t love the glimmer and shimmer of gold? It’s not a huge collection but these gold-infused products is just enough for a luxurious makeup look.

The story of Dior and Gold is a long one, with its origins in the very sound of the name ―Dior‖. This fact did not escape Jean Cocteau who said, “Dior, this airy genius of our times whose magical name includes that of God (Dieu) and Gold (or).” Rigour combined with excess: it was a prophetic name. From his first couture collections at the end of the 1940s, Christian Dior toyed with gold as the ultimate symbol of true luxury and dreams, as seen in his 1947 ―Champagne gold‖ silk Aladdin gown, in the 1949 ―Pactole‖ gown and so on.

Gold was synonymous with refinement, also appearing as a delicate highlighting touch on perfume bottles and the first lipsticks. Thus, the fascination with gold has continued over the decades. In whichever way it is used, gold is always symbolic of a doorway into a dream. And today the House of Dior is inviting us to a new enchanted experience with a flamboyant collection created by Tyen, where the colour gold provides the setting for Dior’s emblematic Rouge Dior lipcolors and Vernis nail varnishes. Gold reveals the potency of their shades, and like gold powder thrown into crystal fusion to colour it red, gold equals refinement; it glimmers with luxury.

Les Rouges Or Collection (Retail $32.00)

The new lipsticks scintillate, setting lips aglow. Across the spectrum from red to pink to pure gold, the most beautiful lipstick shades have been infused with a golden powder. This ultra-fine golden powder does not shimmer like mother-of-pearl but melts like a pigment, revealing all the potency and splendour of the colour. On the lips, the finish is sheer, vivacious and captivating, with the ever present comfort and plumping hydration of all Rouge Dior Lipsticks, available in four limited edition shades.

Shades in

Or Etoilé #217
Versailles #527
Belle de Nuit #841
Nocturne #961

The Or Vernis Collection (Retail $22.00)

Glowing in a haze of new light, nails are transformed into precious accessories. Injected with a golden powder as delicate as that of a goldsmith, Dior Vernis cult shades gain shine, intensity and depth. The jewel-like nail varnishes are available in four shades including the limited edition Gold Varnish, the perfect gold shade.

Shades in

Or Divin #221
Exquis #611
Merveille #651
Apparat #871

5-Couleurs Gold Infused Palette in Couture Gold (Retail $59.00)

The legendary 5-Couleurs palette is now available in a gold harmony. The finished look is silky, highly luminous and completely luxurious.

Holiday Lip Palette (Retail $46.00)

Housed in a chic tweed case featuring a Dior logo charm and The House of Dior’s iconic bow detailing, this lip palette is the perfect party accessory. Featuring a hydrating Lip Balm, 2 pink lipsticks, and 1 sheer pink lipgloss.

Holiday Eye Palette (Retail $46.00)

Create the perfect smoky brown eyes in four simple steps with the help of this must-have palette. Featuring a harmony of beige and brown iridescent eyeshadows, along with a dark brown eyeliner, and luminous highlighter. A sleek applicator brush makes for quick touch-ups on-the-go.

Mini Brush Set (Retail $62.00)

This Chic tweed brush case contains the four essential travel-size brushes essentials to create the perfect beauty looks. Including brushes for foundation, blush, eyes and lips.

Deluxe Holiday Palette (Retail $77.00)

For the Dior Addict on-the-go, this multi-use palette features the essentials for creating any beauty look, from fresh and glowing skin to smoky eyes to bold lips. On the left side of this chic clutch is a Creme de Rose Lip Balm, and a multi-toned Diorskin Nude sculpting powder. The center features essentials for an modern smoky eye look: A dark aubergine eyeliner, a medium plum eyeshadow, and a petal pink lipgloss to compliment. The right side of the palette is the opposite look: nude eyes and intense lips. A taupe and pale pink eyeshadow pair with a rich, universal red lipstick. A Mini Diorshow Iconic Mascara pulls the entire look together.

Bobbi Brown Holiday 2011 Collection

by Diana Ajih on September 29, 2011

in Bobbi Brown, holiday beauty

Bobbi Brown gives us a sneak peek of her upcoming Holiday 2011 Collection. A collection filled with a variety of gorgeous eyeshadow palettes and sexy lip shades to achieve the ultra-glam party look.

1991 Lip Palette (Retail $60.00)

In 1991, discouraged by the lack of flattering lip colors that were available, Bobbi took to making her own. She created ten lipstick shades that had a brown base, which was in her opinion the most natural complement to a woman’s skin tone. After a small editorial mention in a magazine, Bobbi was soon taking countless phone orders from her home and it wasn’t long before she caught the attention of Bergdorf Goodman, which ultimately launched her eponymous collection. Bobbi hoped that she would sell 100 lipsticks in her first month at the store—and she ended up selling them in just one day. Created in celebration of Bobbi Brown Cosmetics’ 20th anniversary, the Limited Edition 1991 Palette features the original ten lipsticks as well as ten NEW bright, modern and wearable colors that showcase how the brand has evolved in the past 20 years. All the shades can be worn alone or mixed together to create your own unique shade.

1991 Colors: Salmon, Beige, Raisin, Brown, Rose, Pink, Orange, Blackberry, Burnt Red, Red
2011 Exclusive Colors: Coral Gables, Lady Ruba, Berry Punch, Hot Berry, Watermelon, Atomic Pink, Party Pink, Cosmic Lily, Pink Martini, Candied Red

Ultimate Party Collection (Retail $65.00)

This ultimate compact features 8 sultry eye shadows and 4 flirty lip shades plus a mini lip and mini eye shadow brush. It’s the perfect palette for any crazed makeup addict.

Eyeshadows in : Navajo, Chrome Patina, Pewter, Plum Steel, Plum Navy, Crushed Granite, Antique Gold, and Black Topaz
Lip glosses in: Rave, Soiree Pink, Iced Lilac, and Tinsel

Cool Party Eye Palette (Retail $45.00)

Eyeshadows in: White, Iced Blue, Rockstar, Sterling, Gunmetal, and Onyx

Party Eye Palette (Retail $45.00)

Eyeshadows in: Bone, Champagne Quartz, Pebble, Pink Blaze, Copper Sand, and Black Chocolate

Black Ruby Sparkle Eyeshadow Palette (Retail $45.00)

Eyeshadows in Pink Rose, Crushed Silver, Black Ruby, and Onyx Sparkle

Party to Go Palette (Retail $25.00) Includes:

Midnight Violet High Shine Lip Gloss
Lip Colors in Pretty Pink and Plum Metallic
Eyeshadows in Rockstar, Eggplant, and Charcoal

Classic to Go Palette (Retail $25.00) Includes:

Naked Plum High Shine Lip Glos,
Lip colors in Pale Mauve and Tulle
Eyeshadows in Bone, Cement, and Caviar

Lip Gloss Trio (Retail $38.00)

Aubergine Lip Gloss
Bare Sparkle High Shine Lip Gloss
Pastel Pink High Shine Lip Gloss

Bobbi Brown’s Holiday Collection will be available October 2011.

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Illamasqua Holiday 2011 Collection: Theatre of The Nameless

by Diana Ajih on September 14, 2011

Illamasqua gives us something to cheer about this upcoming holiday season. Here’s a sneak peek at its newest holiday 2011 collection: Theatre of the Nameless.

Descend into the riotous scene of erotic adventure that is THE THEATRE OF THE NAMELESS, nocturnal den of the dissident leaders of underworld subcultures. Exotic dancers rub shoulders with expressionist actors and performers; nudists and Boot Girls openly compete for the Conférencier’s eye; and all participate in the Club’s endless, pleasure-seeking rituals, immersing themselves in a heady world of sensual delight …

Teased by the sweet, pungent tang of opium, the air throbs with the electric shock of lovers’ flesh. Dare to feel the intensity of the club’s intimate caress, and abandon yourself to the glorious wonders of unfettered night-time make-up.

“Theatre Of The Nameless is a heady mixture of opulent hues, decadent pigments and fearless application. A bruised and burnished pallet that gives a sensual slip that bleeds colour into colour, worn through and kissed off.” — Alex Box, Illamasqua Creative Director

Infused with the essence of self-expression that transformed 1920s Berlin, this rich and indulgent collection envelops the senses. Darkly sophisticated tones are accompanied by shocks of dazzling iridescence, creating a breathtakingly modern interpretation of the most illicit nightlife in history.

It’s time to cross the threshold and embrace a world of unadulterated decadence …

Cream Pigment (Retail $24.00)

Andorgen Coral
Depravity Magenta

Pure Pigment (Retail $24.00)

Beguile Shimmering white pearl
Berber Auburn shimmer
Zeitgeist Shimmering black

Mascara (Retail $24.00)

Raven Midnight black

Precision Ink (Retail $27.50)

Havoc Aubergine

Nail Varnish (Retail $14.00)

Taint Stone brown
Kink Bottle green
Vice Deep cerise
Faux Pas Blue violet

Shimmer Blush (Retail $24.00)

Ambition Neutral
Morale Rosed flush

Lipgloss (Retail $20.00)

Facade Grey pink
Violate Dark green shimmer

Lipstick (Retail $22.00 )

Kontrol Blue violet

False Eye Lashes (Retail $16.00)

Grandeur Fluttering, tapered elegance
Weimar Thick, long, luxurious blackened auburn