butter LONDON introduces LIPPY + spring/summer '12 polish collection

for spring/summer 2012 butter LONDON has released a gorgeous collection of polishes. in addition, they've entered the gloss game with a new line of lip lacquers called...LIPPY!

slang in britain, the term lippy refers to someone who makes impertinent or cheeky remarks. the dictionary also says it means impudent and fresh...

because one of the big trends seen on the runways during the spring/summer '12 shows was a "matchy/matchy" look {not just with fingers and toes but also lips}, what was once thought to be a bit outdated reemerged in a fresh, bold way. the look is deliberate, sometimes clashing with the pops of neon clothing, and definitely a gorgeous compliment to current trends.

LIPPY includes 5 high-pigmented shades ~ Primrose Hill Picnic {fuchsia pink}, Trout Pout {peach-cantaloupe}, Yummy Mummy {medium beige nude}, Snog and Teddy Girl.

Snog and Teddy Girl

free of parabens, petroleum, phthalates, sulphates, or bismuth, LIPPY is definitely pigmented and it's sticky. if you like a thicker, long-wearing gloss, you'll enjoy these. Teddy Girl {a retro, bublegum pink} isn't a flattering shade on me, but Snog {a happy, hot pink} offered my lips the pop of color that's bold and daring without taking me into my uncomfortable red lip zone {try as i might, i'm just not a red lip gal}.

the new spring/summer '12 collection features 5 new fabulous shades:

Bossy Boots ~ a beautiful neutral, opaque pistachio green 
 Knackered ~ a shear, twinkling oyster shade, flecked with micro glitter particles
Slapper ~ a truly teal lacquer, bold and gorgeously bright
Disco Biscuit {not swatched}~ tropical hot pink with an undercurrent of tiny iridescent glitter particles
Trout Pout ~ an opaque cantaloupe, pale and retro

this is such an amazing collection of shades, all of them unique and wearable. love, love, love! if you're a butter LONDON fan, chances are you already have a few {or all!} of these new polishes in your collection.

tell me: have you tried LIPPY? yay or nay?

visit butterlondon.com for more info.

products featured sent to me for review consideration; pics taken my me :)

Banana Republic Mad Men spring '12 collection

to add to my extreme excitement over the fact that Mad Men is finally returning this month {march 25th ~ mark your calendars!}, Banana Republic has once again collaborated with the show's costume designer, Janie Bryant, to create a new collection for spring 2012.

Simon Kneen, Banana Republic's creative director says, "spring delivers a whole new palette and gave us an excuse to draw from different scenes and wardrobe from the show as inspiration. Janie's perspective was invaluable in helping us create a collection that is both chic and modern, while remaining true to the aesthetic of the 1960s era."

everything from clothing to accessories is included in this 60's country club-inspired collection. the women's line features lovely color and floral prints in each lady-like piece: dresses nipped in at the waist, full and pencil skirts, capri pants and cardigans; the men's line offers pants, bold-color polo shirts, argyle vests and blazers.

the Mad Men collection is now available in stores and online at bananarepublic.com.

what do you think?

images courtesy of banana republic; source

beauty news: Betsey Johnson x Sephora for OPI

happy wednesday, beauties! here's some fabulous beauty news...

Betsey Johnson has collaborated with Sephora for OPI to create a fun collection and it will launch in Sephora stores next month!

with names like Forever Wild, It's My Pink!, Cartwhells on the Catwalk and XOX Betsey, these girly, standout shades are pure Betsey. less than ten dollars per bottle, the collection also boasts nail tip designs and a six-shade kit. and just when it couldn't get better, the collection's hot pink shade is scented! oh, what a gorgeous & cheerful way to make spring even better...

Betsey says: "i am 'Too Too' excited for my first nail collection with Sephora by OPI! the collection is just how i like it ~ loud, outrageous, pretty, pinky, and kicka** rock and roll."

full color and shade descriptions below...

Forever Wild ~ black grape-ish hue
Pushing Your Luck ~ a deep red shade
It's My Pink! ~ hot pink & scented with the designer's latest fragrance, Too Too!
Sparkling Personality ~ silver glitter
Alley Cat ~ fuchsia
Cartwheels on the Catwalk ~ seafoam green
XOX Betsey ~ sandy nude shade

source

Too Faced spring 2012 + Mystery Out of Makeup series

bonjour, beauties! the weather remains on the cold-because-it's-still-winter side and i'm still relishing each opportunity to wear layers, but as you already know, beauty brands, including one of my faves, Too Faced cosmetics, are always one season ahead. in this case it means the spring 2012 collection has arrived!

along with a gorgeous selection of palettes and sets, Too Faced has also produced a video series, Mystery out of Makeup, that you can enjoy via youtube.

watch an episode here...




be sure to check out their channel for more fabulous ideas, tips and tricks and visit toofaced.com for more info regarding the new, gorgeous spring 2012 collection!

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