China Glaze Anchors Away Collection

while i bask in the fabulous, cool, layer-friendly weather, i can't help but be reminded that spring is just around the corner, thanks to China Glaze's new spring '11 collection, Anchors Away.

with 12 nautically-inspired colors, these bold and confident brights are reminiscent of a carefree natural getaway, with soft ethereal hues that inspire leisurely thoughts of sand and sea.

colors include:

Life Preserver: highly pigmented and luxurious poppy creme
Hey Sailor: vibrant creme red
Ahoy!: delightfully intense pink that flashes with reflective glass speck
First Mate: sophisticated and rich navy creme
Starboard: hip and playful green creme
Lighthouse: multi-dimensional, bright yellow glass speck
White Cap: whimsical and sparkling multi-dimensional white
Pelican Gray: high shine, cool toned grey creme
Sea Spray: calming pale blue creme
Below Deck: a flirty mix of taupe and violet
Sunset Sail: delightful peachy pink high shine creme
Knotty: micro-particle beige shimmer



the Anchors Away collection will be available in Ulta, Sally Beauty, and select salon supply stores by february, 2011. p.s., if you're a fan of the brand, follow them on Twitter!

from the descriptions and looks of the pics, i'm really curious to see Below Deck, Ahoy!, Pelican Gray, Sea Spray, Sunset Sail and Knotty in person.

tell me: which color(s) are you drawn to?

xo
info and images courtesy of China Glaze

NARS Holiday 2010

is it really that time of year already?? i've been getting more and more emails regarding holiday collections and that's what i'm asking myself, LOL! i guess it is-- it is already november!




for the NARS Holiday 2010 Collection, the mood is fearlessly bold featuring Francois' versatile muse Daphne Guinness. as you can see, her smoldering, cobalt-rimmed eyes, platinum hair and peach-glazed cheeks are captured not once, but in multiple kaleidoscopic images-- love!

according to Francois, "when you have Daphne Guinness for a campaign model, you just let her be who she is. Daphne fits the brand so well-- she has such a modern approach to fashion and beauty."

available now at narscosmetics.com, check out the highlights, including the very first NARS Trio Eyeshadow, below:


click on image to see colors

Okinawa Trio Eyeshadow- the first trio eyeshadow for the brand is a striking triad of black onyx, silver and cobalt blue.

Etrusque Single Eyeshadow- an antique gold hue reminiscent of Etruscan cast bronze art


Melusine Duo Eyeshadow- an ultra-modern union of rich purple orchid and silver-spun lilac


Sex Apeal Blush- soft peach blush, perfect for foolproof contouring


Petit Monstre Lipstick- a luxurious berry pigment with a satin finish


Little Darling Lipstick- a classic, nude beige with a sheer finish

Downtown Lip Gloss- a metallic-pink lavender lip gloss that vibrates with party-perfect iridescence

Bougainvilla Lip Gloss- this pomegranate lip gloss appears deep in pigment but is sheer on the lips


Pokerface Nail Polish- a vibrant, magnetic, purple orchid


Bad Influence Nail Polish- a fabulous smoky taupe nail polish that is a unique yet universal hue


anything stand out to you? do you already own any of these goodies? the NARS Holiday Collection is available now at narscosmetics.com and your local Sephora!

xo
info courtesy of NARS

NARS Vintage Nail Polish Collection

happy friday (and october), beauties! look what just became available today-- the NARS Vintage Nail Polish Collection! five delicious shades, resurrected by popular demand, all with NARS' signature longwearing formula.

these polishes have a high gloss luster, are water and detergent resistant, and will only be around for a brief time. don't miss your chance to own these past best-sellers (if you don't already), all with classic cinema as their common theme (original launch for each shade in the parenthesis)...

Mash ('96), is an army green infused with gold. don't remember the movie? it was the comedy about the staff of a korean war field hospital using humor to keep their sanity in the face of war. the film inspired the hit tv series M*A*S*H.

King Kong, also from '96, is a copper brown infused with gold. who hasn't seen the classic about the infamous giant ape who becomes smitten with beauty?

Midnight Express ('96) is a deep navy. the 1970s film was about an inmate's opportunity to escape from prison.

Zulu ('96) is a gorgeous forest green. the 1964 british war movie starred Stanley Baker and Michael Caine.

Full Metal Jacket ('98-- a great year, if i do say so myself) is a gunmetal grey. the epic vietnam war movie was directed by Stanley Kubrick in 1987.


since fall is the seasonal height of the fashion year, these Vintage Nail Polishes are a must-have (and you know your nails would love a new shade to wear). as i told you earlier, these are available to purchase now. just visit narscosmetics.com.

happy shopping!

xo
info and image courtesy of NARS

new makeup collection: AHAVA Mineral Makeup Care

i am a fan of the AHAVA brand, and was excited to learn the they will soon be launching their very first collection of makeup called Mineral Makeup Care!

the info shared with me described the Mineral Makeup Care collection as being formulated with powerful anti-aging ingredients and moisturizing properties including dunaliella algea (an indigenous dead sea seaweed loaded with vitamins, beta-carotene and amino acids) and AHAVA's Mineral Skin Osmoter™ (a unique blend of 21 essential dead sea minerals). also, users can expect to find the texture to be silky with soft-focus technology, to smooth over fine lines and imperfections for a flawless, natural, non-artificial coverage.



the line includes:

Light Foundation – an oil-free, medium coverage foundation that minimizes pores and provides a matte finish. can be used on all skin types.

Rich Foundation – a creamy full-coverage foundation that fades fine lines and provides a lustrous, glossy finish. ideal for normal to dry skin types.

Compact Powder – a silky, soft-pressed powder that provides light coverage and a natural finish. can be used on all skin types.

Loose Powder ­– a weightless powder that can be used alone or on top of foundation for medium to full coverage and a semi-matte finish. can be used on all skin types.

so, tell me: what do you think? is this a line you want to try? Mineral Makeup Care will be available september 1st on ahava.com and in Ulta stores nationwide.

xo

Summer Beauty 2010: Bobbi Brown Beach Club Collection

"i’m always inspired by how happy and healthy people look on the beach. nothing says summer to me like pretty, glowing skin and shimmering lids." – Bobbi Brown

it's summer and Bobbi Brown has released her fabulous Beach Club Collection, featuring everything we beauty-loving girls need to get gleaming skin and iridescent lids.



Beach Shimmer Brick, limited edition

shimmer bricks are one of Bobbi's signature products, and this new one is gorgeous! i bought one today at Nordstrom, and i have to say, i'm very happy with my purchase. hand-made in italy, the Beach Shimmer Brick compact features five bars of warm, pearlized shimmer to create a beautiful seaside glow. i love that it has multi-tasking qualities-- wear one or two shades at a time on your lids, run a big fluffy powder brush over it to give your face the perfect hint of shimmer, or just highlight your cheek and brow bones.


the rest of the collection includes...

Metallic Long-Wear Cream Shadows
the award-winning, crease-free formula now comes in glistening pastels in colors ranging from ocean blue to oyster pink. new shades include: Moonstone, Opal, Surf and Pink Oyster.

Shore Long-Wear Cream Shadow
this soft matte beige shade gives a perfect look-- just one notch up from natural, it stays color-true and crease-free all day.

Clear Treatment Lip Shine SPF 15
lightweight, soft shine lipstick also doubles as a rejuvenating treatment. it comforts dry, chapped lips and provides long-term moisturization with natural cocoa and shea butters, jojoba, apricot kernel and avocado oils. peptides, along with vitamin C and paracress, stimulate collagen production to reduce fine lines and wrinkles while spf 15 helps prevent sun damage.


the Bobbi Brown Beach Collection is available now on counter and online at bobbibrown.com

xo
Shimmer Brick pic taken by me :) ;other image courtesy of Bobbi Brown cosmetics.

MAC Pret-A-Papier

MAC, as you already know, puts out many (many) collections per season. i myself can barely keep up, LOL!. their newest collection, Pret-a-Papier, is full of neutral tones with a few splashes of fun color, and i picked up a lipstick (Kraft) and nail lacquer (Brown Bag) last week.



Kraft is creamy and a great better-than-nude-on-me lip shade. i love that i can apply this without a mirror! Brown Bag is a pretty brown nail lacquer that has a hint of shimmer. i love that it almost gives me a mannequin hands look. overall, this is a great group of products sure to keep your look polished and fresh this season.





take a look at the entire collection:




Chromagraphic Pencil (sold out online)
NC15/NW20
NW25/NC30




Impeccable Brow Pencil
Dirty Blonde-- blackened dark-neutral brown
Taupe-- mid-tone dirty taupe



Studio Fix Lash
Black Fix-- black




Sheertone Blush
Instant Chic-- mid-tone muted coral
Garb-- light golden suntan




Mineralize Blush
Light Over Dark-- light yellow brown/dark peach (frost)




Paint Pot
Coral Crepe-- soft coral
Groundwork (out of stock online, but will be available again soon)-- mid-tone neutral taupe




Lipstick
Archetype-- sheer light gold (lustre)
Dressmaker, Dressmaker-- creamy-light peach-coral (lustre)
Made to Order-- creamy mid-tone dirty coral (lustre)
Kraft- creamy mid-tone warm brown (amplified)




Lipglass
C-Thru-- peachy-beige with shimmer
Fold and Tuck-- mid-tone bright coral w/soft pearl
Prêt-à-Papier-- dark reddened bronze w/pearl





Eyeshadow
Gazette Grey-- dark green-grey with gold pearl (velvet)
Memorabilia-- dirty purple (matte)
Tissueweight-- frosted pale peach (frost)
Bamboo-- light beige with peach (matte)
Cut to Fit-- frosted red-bronze (frost)



Nail Lacquer
Brown Bag-- mid-tone warm-dirty beige (cream)
Originality-- sparkly copper bronze (frost)


as noted, some products are sold out or on back order online. my suggestion to you, if those are products you're looking to buy, is to call your local MAC store (or counter) and ask if they have what you're looking for in stock. :)

Pret-a-Papier is available until july 2010. visit maccosmetics.com for more info.


xo
info courtesy of MAC; images, unless marked otherwise, courtesy of MAC

Spring Beauty 2010: Dolce&Gabbana Intimate Sensuality Collection

though i love this time of year, i know many of you are battling the incredibly cold weather. let's think warmer, more cheery thoughts for the time being, shall we? the spring season will be here soon and Dolce & Gabbana have a gorgeous makeup collection called the Intimate Sensuality Collection that will help compliment those fabulous warmer-weather ensembles you can't wait to wear. take a look...


for the eyes:



Smooth Eye Colour Quad in Petal




Smooth Eye Colour Duo in Mystery




Crayon Intense in Nude



for cheeks:



Luminous Cheek Colour in Apricot



for the lips:



Classic Cream Lipstick in Petal




Classic Cream Lipstick in Glam




Shine Lipstick in Precious




Precision Lipliner in Ultra




Ultra Shine Lipgloss in Innocence





for the nails:



Intense Nail Lacquer in Petal (left) and Drama (right)



such a gorgeous collection, right? this luxe line is pretty, feminine, and will add major glam to your spring should you choose to splurge on them. what do you think? anything catch your eye?

Dolce&Gabbana The Makeup Intimate Sensuality Collection will launch in select Saks Fifth Avenue stores and online at saks.com in march 2010.

xo

Spring Beauty 2010: NARS

happy tuesday beauties! i made a trip to Sephora today to check out the new Nars spring 2010 collection, then discovered that they didn't have it (oh, the heartbreak!). it is online though, so i figure it won't be too long before i see it in my local store.

i will admit i already am loving the colors featured in this collection-- can you say gorgeous?? we are in for a beautiful spring season, i would say. the nail color, Purple Rain-- love! i hear it calling my name (ok, a bit dramatic, i know, but you beauty die-hards know what i'm talking about!), and of course, the glosses and shadows look amazing.

let's take a look at the NARS 2010 spring collection, shall we?




Cruising Lipstick described as a subtle, sexy pink lipstick; this shade is sheer and natural-looking. the hydrating formula can be worn alone, or over a NARS Lip Pencil for variations in color and depth; neutral enough to pair perfectly with dramatic eyes, yet alluring enough to attract attention when used on its own.




Easy Lover Lip Gloss amazing luster meets sexy color in this ultra-sheer hot pink lip gloss. an eyecatching and refreshing springtime hue, perfectly suited to deliver super shiny, sensual lips. add an extra dab of it in the center of the bottom lip to accentuate sheen and fullness.

Ophelia Lip Gloss high-shine strawberry nectar lip gloss is deliciously sweet and seductive. wear it alone, or over NARS lip products for a more intense effect and color variation. the glossy formula will capture both the light and the attention of admirers.





Purple Rain Nail Polish is, as the brand describes it, destined to become a modern classic and as intensely gothic as it is a bright and audacious shade of purple. the long-wearing formula vacillates between opposites: rocker or royalty, rebellious or refined. i know i already said this, but i love this shade already.




D. Gorgeous Single Eyeshadow described as a gorgeous, dusty lilac powder eyeshadow that yields a subtle hint of flirtiness; long-wearing, crease-resistant matte formula is translucent texture and can be applied sheer, or layered with other NARS products for a bolder result.





Camargue Duo Cream Eyeshadow is a pairing of golden moss and sienna, named for the deep, dancing, sun-cast hues found in the french river delta. with multi-colored reflections comes in a soft-blending, glistening cream eyeshadow formula. wear it alone or layered beneath NARS powder eyeshadows to create more color, depth and intensity.




Kuala Lumpur Duo Eyeshadow is influenced by contrasts of rich and subtle, traditional yet modern. this perfectly harmonized gold infused rose and boysenberry pairing can be worn separately or together, sheer or layered for a more dramatic effect. try swiping one shade over the entire eyelid and applying the other just beneath the brow bone to highlight.





Bains Douches Glitter Pencil is a silver glitter-infused sky blue hue that delivers powerful, vibrant color. slides on smooth and remains creamy for blending. can be used layered or alone to line, accent, highlight or illuminate the eyes. no matter how it's used, the look will be as ultra-chic as the legendary parisian nightclub for which it was named.

the NARS 2010 Spring Collection is available now at NARS beauty counters and online at narscosmetics.com.

xo

Bobbi Brown Makeup Face Lift Collection

hello beauties! hope you've been enjoying your week. it has been pouring all week. the line "it never rains in southern california" can be thrown out right now, ha! with the rain also came wind and hail-- so crazy! thankfully, my kids are taking it well. they love using their umbrellas-- it's the little things, after all. :) i admit, i enjoyed the storm-- it's been interesting and fun-- but i'm glad that it's almost over. i'm also glad that i can share that Bobbi Brown has a new collection available now. the new Makeup Face Lift Collection is sure to keep any Bobbi makeup fan looking her best.

this limited-edition collection promises to instantly brighten your face and play up your eyes with just a few simple tweaks.

here's your sneak peek...



Extra Eye Repair Cream

if your eyes need a little something extra, you just might want to try this peptide-packed cream to target wrinkles, dark circles and puffiness. according to reviews, it's a must-have. this rich, concentrated cream revives eyes, and can be used morning and night.




Tinted Eye Brightener

now in a fabulous, portable pen Bobbi's Tinted Eye Brightener is an on-the-go makeup maven's dream. with just a quick twist and a click, this lightweight concealer helps brighten under-eye circles and refreshes your makeup.




new Brow Pencils

eyes look more lifted with defined eyebrows. these creamy, blendable pencils give you the natural look of eyebrow powder with the precision of a pencil and come with their own sharpener.




Brightening Lip Gloss

two new shades of Brightening Lip Gloss offer sheer, reflective glossiness while waking up your face and helping to create the illusion of fuller lips. as always, wear alone or on top of your favorite lipstick.


visit your local Bobbi Brown counter or bobbibrown.com for more info.

i don't know about you, but this collection, though simple, is a great one. the products look like they really will enhance your naturally beautiful selves! what do you think?

xo
info and images courtesy of Bobbi Brown Cosmetics

MAC in Lillyland

when MAC collaborates with designers, the collections are nothing short of fun and fabulous. case in point, MAC in Lillyland. this bright, cheery, resort-inspired collection screams south florida-- just as all of Lilly Pulitzer's fun designs do. take a look...




Lipgelee:

Lush & Bright-- bright pink yellow-coral with pink pearl
Preppy-- blue-pink with pink pearl
Shift to Pink-- light violet with silver pearl
Resort Life-- off-white with pink pearl




Pearlmatte Eyeshadow:-- white, green and pink in a flower pattern




Pearlmatte Face Powder: -- four shades in a flower pattern





Cremeblend Blush:

Joie-de-Vivre-- peachy coral
Florida-- bright fuchsia
Optimistic Orange-- bright coral
So sweet, So Easy-- light yellow pink




Nail Lacquer:

Coconut Ice-- light yellow peach pink
Steamy-- hot pink




Paint Pot:

Rubenesque-- golden peach with gold pearl
Bare Study-- soft beige with gold pearl
Fresco Rose-- pink with matching pearl






Technakohl:

Graphblack-- rich graphic black
Purple Dash-- intense aubergine




Brushes:

168 Large Angled Contour
for expert application of cheek contour. the fibres form a buffed edge and are soft and firmly bundled.
239 Eye Shader
soft and dense to shade or blend eyeshadow or emollient-based products. brush has a tapered, rounded edge with smooth, firm, fine fibres. can be used to build intense colour on the eyelid.


MAC in Lillyland is available now at your nearest MAC retailer and online at maccosmetics.com

what do you think? are you loving Lillyland? have you already purchased some goodies? let me know in the comments!

xo
info and images courtesy of MAC