Wednesday, June 30, 2010


Nordstrom Anniversary 2010-Update


Its almost that time of the year again, Nordstroms Annual Anniversary Event! There are a lot of goodies expected this year, I previously listed some items that included Chanel, philosophy, Dior, Bobbi Brown, oh there’s too many to name! Here are a few more for you to consider, and they are good! Get those pre-orders lists ready, these items go fast! Pre-sales are being taken now.



Clinique 'All About Impact' Set-#45

• Moisture Surge Extended Thirst Relief (1.7 oz.).

• exclusive eyeshadow compact in shades Rouge, Dream, Deep Purple and Lilac (0.16 oz. each).

• High Impact Mascara in Black (0.14 oz.).

• Cream Shaper for Eyes in Starry Plum and Lash Primer (0.03 oz. each).

• Long Last Glosswear SPF 15 in Whisper (0.07 oz.).

• Up-Lighting Liquid Illuminator in Bronze (0.34 oz.).

• Take the Day Off Makeup Remover for Lids, Lashes and Lips (1.7 oz.).



Whish™ 'Flawless' Bump Fighter 12OZ-$62



PerriconeMD 'Advanced Treatment for Face & Eyes' Set-$135

• Advanced Face Firming Activator (2 oz.).

• Advanced Eye Area Therapy (0.5 oz.).

• Quilted brown bag.


Chantecaille 'The 3 Indispensables' Set-$135

• Pure Rosewater (3.4 oz.)

• Rice and Geranium Foaming Cleanser (2.38 oz.)

• Vital Essence (1.7 oz.)

• dark pink nylon


AHAVA Mineral Hand Cream Duo(5.0OZ EACH)-$20


Bare Escentuals® bareMinerals®

'In Fashion' Collection-$49

• Eye color in Gold Leaf and Steel (0.02 oz. each).

• Legit Liner Shadow (.01 oz.).

• Gala Blush (0.3 oz.).

• 100% Natural Lipgloss in Rosé (0.14 oz.)

• Double-ended precision eye brush.

• Angled face brush.

• Beautiful Dreamer bag.



Bare Escentuals® bareMinerals® Original SPF 25 Mineral Veil Refillable Buffing Brush-$35



Anastasia 'Ultimate Brows' Set-$36

• Brow Enhancing Serum (0.17 oz.)

• brow and highlighting duo pencil


Monday, June 28, 2010

Guerlain Terracotta Lady Bronzer



Guerlain is the master in bronzing and this is no exception. This one seems to be a bit more universal in shading in that it could be used as a blush or bronze. I’ve seen it on light-med skin and then on darker skin tones. My skin tone is light-medium in the range of MAC NC20-25(depending on time of year), I really don’t get that much sun so it’s at its darkest with NC25. On my skin it shows up as a shimmering sheer copper shade with a tad of pink undertone. It does have shimmer so I must mention that, if shimmer bronzer is not for you there is on without shimmer. It only came in the two shades, one with shimmer and one without shimmer. On my friend who has a much darker skin tone, this was more like a highlighter, with only a slight bronzing. But it is still very pretty none the less.

The packaging is unique, reminds me of a genie bottle! It comes with a uniquely shaped brush which is housed in the lid and pops out for use and snaps back in for storage and travel. The brush is unique in that it’s not domed or flat like most. It has an indentation in the middle, meant to hug the curves of your check bones and other rounded area’s such as shoulder or chin. I didn’t find that the brush gave any extraordinary results, but I don’t complain either. It’s actually a rather usable bronzer brush, and even better that it can be stored right along with the bronzer. I think it will be wonderful for travel. It is a limited edition item to the line, so get it now. I don’t think this will be around long! It is comparable range to their other bronzers with a price point of $62. It’s rather pricey but worth it if you want to splurge on a great bronzer!

Saturday, June 26, 2010

Nordstrom Anniversary 2010-Update


Its almost that time of the year again, Nordstroms Annual Anniversary Event! There are a lot of goodies expected this year, I previously listed some items that included Chanel, philosophy, Dior, Bobbi Brown, oh there’s too many to name! Here are a few more for you to consider, and they are good! Get those pre-orders lists ready, these items go fast! The event begins July 30th but pre-sales are being taken now.



philosophy

• eternal grace' perfumed firming body emulsion-$34

• eternal grace' perfumed shampoo, shower gel & bubble bath-$22


Clinique -'The Gift of Great Skin' Dry/Combination Skin and Oily/Combination Skin Set $59

• Liquid Facial Soap Mild (6.7 oz. and 1 oz.)

• Clarifying Lotion 2 (16.5 oz. and 2 oz.)

• Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion (6.7 oz. and 1 oz.).


Yves Saint Laurent

'Golden Gloss' Shimmering Lip Gloss-$30

• 31

• 32

• 33



'Ombrés 5 Lumieres' Palette-$56

• 17




Donna Karan 'Cashmere Mist – Liquid Nude 1.7oz edp -$72




Narciso Rodriguez 'For Her' Anniversary Gift Set-$67

• eau de toilette (1.6 oz.)

• body cream (1.6 oz.)

• solid fragrance (0.07 oz.)



Evian Facial Water Spray Set-$15

• One 10 oz. bottle with two 1.7 oz. sprays.

Friday, June 25, 2010

Chanel Ombre Contraste Duo-Gris-subtil



With a full collection of six duo’s scheduled to be released to U.S markets this summer-fall, an introduction is available at Chanel.com in the shade of Gris-subtil (black/grey). These have already been released in the UK and reviews are fabulous! It is of the same silky texture as the current Chanel quads and has the same wet/dry formulation. The new duos will feature a pairing of complimentary shades in unique textures of matte and shimmer. Exceptional pigmentation allows for pro-longed wear and color depth; each shimmer shade can be worn sheer for a luminous glow while each matte shade is buildable for depth. Since each duo is paired with a complimentary shade, the guess work is taken out and a perfectly harmonized creation is obtained. Each duo will be priced at $42 with Gris-subtil available on Chanel.com.

Thursday, June 24, 2010




Nordstrom Anniversary 2010-Update


Its almost that time of the year again, Nordstroms Annual Anniversary Event! There are a lot of goodies expected this year, I previously listed some items that included Chanel, philosophy, Dior, Bobbi Brown, oh there’s too many to name! But here are a few more to add to the list! Get those pre-sale lists ready, these items go fast!  Pre-sales are being taken now.



Trish McEvoy

Must Have' Collection for Eyes-$85

• Beauty Emergency Card for Eyes

• Travel-size Eye Base Essentials Bare.

• New Instant Eye Lift.

• Travel-size High Volume Mascara.

• Travel-size Lash Enhancer Nighttime Conditioning Treatment.

• New Dual Ended Eye Brush

• Mesh Makeup Pouch



'Naturally Irresistible Collection' Petite Planner-$95

• Petite Planner.

• Petite Page including Warming Brightening Quad, Glaze Eyeshadows in Gilded Taupe and Gilded Lily,

• eyeshadows Lily and Suede.

• Travel-size Classic Eye Pencil in Black.

• Lip Gloss in Nude Shimmer.

kate spade 'twirl' eau de parfum rollerball-$18

M•A•C


• Look in a Box: Miss Violet-$59.50

• Look in a Box: Tawny One-$59.50

• Look in a Box: Frisky Girl-$59.50

• 'Apply, Line & Define' Eye Brushes-$49.50

• 'Apply & Blend' Face Brushes-$49.50

 
Giorgio Armani Travel Brush Set-$75


• Mini Blender Brush

• Mini Eye Shader Brush

• Mini Blush Brush

• Mini Eye Contour Brush

• deluxe travel pouch.

 
Clarins


• Moisture Rich Body Lotion 14oz-$48.50

• UV Plus Day Screen SPF 41 Double Edition 1oz each-$58



Essie Fall Mini 4-Pack-$17

• Merino Cool

• Limited Addiction

• Little Brown Dress

• Sew Psyched

Wednesday, June 23, 2010

Byredo Gypsy Water




A niche line of fragrances usually carried at only specialty doors, Byredo is a fascinating collection. In the collection one in particular catches my attention, Gypsy Water. The name alone calls to my spirit but better yet, the notes. They begin with top notes of bergamot, lemon, pepper and juniper berries; middle notes of incense, pine needles and orris end in notes of amber, vanilla and sandalwood. A lover of vanilla, amber and sandalwood this was one I thought to be in the oriental family. I would have thought with the dark note of incense and amber combined with the vanilla and sandalwood it would have been a more sensual scent. However, I detect very little of the incense and immediately pick put lemon. The pine needle is undetectable which is a good thing, for that was the one note I could do without.

It is a completely unexpected scent; the notes do not speak for how this scent came together. It opens to a more effervescent due to the lemon with a sweeter dry down due to the vanilla. The other notes of pepper, pine, orris and incense off- set this so that it can be interpreted as a unisex scent. However sweet and powdery, just enough so that a woman will enjoy it but with just a touch of masculinity that a man can wear it well. I love how the whole scent came together, it certainly not what I expected but was a pleasant surprise.

Tuesday, June 22, 2010

Nordstrom Anniversary 2010-Update



And yet another update for Nordstroms Annual Anniversary Event! There are a lot of goodies expected this year, I previously listed some items that included Chanel, philosophy, Dior, Bobbi Brown, oh there’s too many to name!  Get those pre-order lists ready, these items go fast! Pre-sale orders are being taken now.

Jo Malone-Fragrance Combining™ Anniversary Collection-$85


• Orange Blossom Cologne 1oz

• Grapefruit Travel Candle

• Lime Basil and Mandarin Bath Oil 1oz

• Pomegranate Noir Body Crème 1.7oz

Lancôme -Brush Set $59


• Anniversary Foundation Brush #2.

• Anniversary Dual Ended Brush #18

• Anniversary Powder Brush #1.

• Anniversary Blending Tip #17


Fekkai Technician® Color Care Set-$85


• Technician Shampoo32oz

• Technician Conditioner 32oz



Viktor & Rolf

• Mini Eau Mega .68oz' $50

• Flowerbomb' Rollerball Trio .34oz(X3)-$50



Estée Lauder 'Pure Color' Gloss by Tom Pecheux-$17


• Coral Fantasy

• Fuschia Fever

• Perfect Nude

• Red Tango

 
CLARISONIC®


• Turquoise Mia Set-$149

• PLUS Set-$225

Monday, June 21, 2010

Chanel Les Contrastes de Chanel Collection Fall 2010



In Chanel fashion, a release that is much anticipated! Three new limited edition Joues Contraste Blushes in shades gracing the fall season with softness and sophistication. Eyes are seductive, lips alluring, nails in shades to contrast the completed look. With a release scheduled for August, it seems so far away but only around the corner!

Les 4 Ombres

• Enigma


Joues Contraste

• Rose Temptation (Limited Edition)

• Pink Explotion (Limited Edition)

• Plum Attraction (Limited Edition)


Le Vernis

• Jade Rose

• Paradoxal


Ombre Essentielle

• Taupe Grisé

• Vert Khaki





Coco Rouge

• Chintz

• Rose Dentelle

• Chalys


Levres Scintillantes / Glossimer

• Petite Peche

• Coral Love

• Rose Dilemma

• Pink Teaser

Le Stylo Yeux Waterproof
• Cassis

Le Crayon Kohl
• Clair









Inimitable Intense Mascara

• Purple


Nordstrom Anniversary 2010-Update


Its almost that time of the year again, Nordstroms Annual Anniversary Event! There are a lot of goodies expected this year, I previously listed some items that included Chanel, philosophy, Dior, Bobbi Brown, Smashbox, Lipmann and Nars. Here are a few more! Get those pre-orders lists ready, these items go fast! Pre-sale orders are being taken now.

Donna Karan
  • 'Cashmere Mist' Body Cleansing 32oz Lotion & Refillable Tube-$78
  • 'Cashmere Mist Body Luxuries' Set(Cleansing Lotion 16oz/Body Lotion 16oz)-$95
  • 'Cashmere Mist' Body Lotion 32oz & Refillable Tube-$98
  • 'Cashmere Mist' Deodorant Trio-$32










Viktor & Rolf-'Flowerbomb' Anniversary Gift Set-$130





Juicy Couture

• World of Juicy' Anniversary Fragrance Set-$35
• Couture Couture by Juicy Couture Anniversary Gift Set-$60





Kiehl's -Creme de Corps with Pump 32oz-$70


Laura Mercier- Portable Beauty Collection-$65


• Eye Color Duo in Sparkling Guava and Kir Royal

• Double-ended All Over Eye Color/Smudge brush

• Split-pan Cheek Color Duo in Rose Petal and Mauve Second Skin

• Double-ended Lip Glacé in Glisten and Violet

• Long Lash Mascara

• Cosmetic bag