Urban Decay Spring 2009

Here are some exciting Urban Decay releases:

Midnight Cowboy Lipstick - Sheer champagne shimmer with a touch of sparkle

For new shades of 24/7 Glide-on Eye Pencil

New Cream Shadow - 12 shimmering, crease-free shades

Four new shades of Heavy Metal Glitter Eye Liners

All of these new and exciting items will be available this month!!

Chanel Spring 2009 Celestial Lights

Here are the latest glossimers and nail polishes from Chanel! Available May 2009! 

Lèvres Scintillantes

Nebula - Parma pink sparkling with blue, white and violet pearlizers

Venus - vivid pink with gold and pink mica

Silex - coral bursting with coppery and rosy reflectors

Météore - rosy copper

Cosmos - red-brown sprinkled with gold

Mica - tender, sweet and opalescent pink

Mirage - starry dark violet

Jupiter - red boosted with matching pearlizers

Le Vernis

Cosmic Violine - plum to match the lips

Mica Rose - tender pink

Bobbi Brown Spring 2009 Brights

Designed to be worn one at a time, ladies please stop yourself from creating a rainbow on your lids , these 35 soft matte shadows are all new shades and exclusive to this Bobbi Brown Brights Palette.

Just in time for spring, Bobbi Brown is also adding four new shades to her popular Creamy Lip Color collection. Each of the shades is designed to complement the Bobbi Brown Brights Palette. The new colours are as follows:
Retro Pink - Bright Pink
Rose Brown - Warm Brown
Coral Pink - Bright Warm Pink
Pale Mauve - Sheer Pink Mauve

Bobbi Brown has created six nude to bright gloss shades and packaged them compacts. The gloss pans, which feature clear protective covers, can be popped out of the compacts and inserted into the customizable palettes so you can create your own. AMAZING!
Guava - Sheer Peach Beige
Coral Pink - Bright Warm Pink
Pink Cloud - Sheer Bright Pink
Cherry Pink - Sheer Bright Red
True Beige - Neutral Beige
Pink Beige - Sheer Pink Beige

This collection is already available so hurry up, go and grab all your brights for spring!!

Bobbi Brown Platnium Collection Spring 2009

Bobbi Brown's New Platinum Collection for Spring 2009 will be available as of March!

Here’s what the collection offers:

New Limited Edition Platinum Pink Shimmer Brick

Colours include soft pink, platinum, bright pink, golden coral and rose–blend together to light up the face.

New Limited Edition Shimmering Body Oil

Infused with pink and platinum pearls, this shimmering body oil gives skin a radiant glow as it moisturizes and conditions with a blend of essential oils.

New Long Wear Cream Shadow
Steel - Deep Cool Brown
Platinum - Cool Silver Shimmer
Ash - Medium Brown

Heather - Warm Mauve

New Shimmer Lip Gloss
Glacier Shimmer Lip Gloss - Sheer Silver Shimmer
Confetti Shimmer Lip Gloss - Light Pink Shimmer

Lip Gloss
Nougat Lip Gloss - Light Beige

Farouk Chi Curling & Flat Irons

Farouk Chi Flat Irons, are without a doubt, the best flat irons on the market. I have used others and have been not been pleased. I find that a lot of flat irons really grab on to your hair and yank it out. Chi Flat Irons, don't do that. Their ceramic plates are placed in such a way that you don't have to worry about your hair being pulled out. Chi also has a great line of hair dryers and curling irons. They also have travel sized tools and 2 in 1 Ceramic Auto Digital Curling Iron, which is a flat iron and curling iron in one! I really love their tools and I have been using them for years, I wouldn't switch brands, because I really don't think there is anything that is better. They also have a large line of hair care products as well as organic products. I have yet to try them. I am currently looking into buying a curling iron, but I am having a hard time trying to decided what sized barrel I should get, 1 inch or 1 - 1/2 inch...such a dilemma!

LG Fashion Week

LG Fashion Week will be running from March 16st - 21st, 2009 in Toronto. Designers will be showing off their Fall/Winter 2009 Collections. Designers will include Lunstrom, Bustle, Joeffer Caoc, Pink Tartan, Joe Fresh, and Ed Hardy, just to name a few. Check out the site to register and get passes!

Bumble & Bumble Brilliantine

Bumble & Bumble Brilliantine is an oil based creme that gives your hair a slept in sexy look. You can use it on damp or dry hair. Start off with only a little bit and work it through your hair, build up as needed afterwords. Bumble & Bumble Brilliantine adds smoothness, texture and shine. It also moisturizes dry and coarse hair. It's also really great for those days when you just do not have the energy or time to really style your hair, which just happens to be every single weekday for me!

Phillip Lim Spring 2009 at New York Fashion Week

Want to look model hot? Follow these simple steps that I found on the NARS website and you could achieve the look of the models that strutted down the runway at Phillip Lim's show at New York Fashion Week.

Face:
Apply NARS Concealer as needed, to cover any imperfections
Apply NARS Firming Foundation only if needed, to keep a clear base
Use NARS Multiple Bronzer in Cap Vert over entire face to tan
Apply NARS Multiple in Orgasm over cheeks, forehead, nose, and chin
Layer NARS Blush in Zen to create a dusty look
Finish with a minimal amount of NARS Loose Powder to set the base
Eyes:
Apply NARS Multiple in South Beach to entire lid, blending up to brow, and directly below lower lash line
Apply a generous amount of NARS Eyeliner Pencil in Kitty around entire eye, on inner rim, and in between lashes, blending into South Beach with finger
Layer NARS Eyeliner Pencil in Black Moon
Apply two more alternating layers of Kitty and Black Moon, blending colors into lashes
Use NARS Single Eyeshadow in Grenadines on entire lid, blending up to brows, and beneath lower lash line, smudging with finger
Curl lashes with NARS Eyelash Curler
Apply several coats of NARS Mascara in Black Orchid to top and bottom lashes
Brush brows up and fill in with NARS Eyebrow Pencils, if needed
Lips:
Apply NARS Lipstick in Shrinagar to entire lip with finger

Barbie Loves Stila

Stila has created the Barbie Loves Stila Collection to celebrate Barbie's 50th birthday! Each paint can features the look of an iconic Barbie doll from the past five decades. Inside each can is everything you need to get that beautiful Barbie doll's signature look includes a three palette eyeshadow, mascara or liner, lip gloss, andcheek colour. The Barbie Loves Stila paint can also includes a "Barbie Look Book" that includes a history of each top-selling Barbie doll over the last five decades. How cute is that? Whether you loved Barbie or loved cutting off all her hair(like me!), you will love this collection! There are 4 paint cans to choose from find the listed below:

Barbie Loves Stila Paint Can - 2000 Jewel Doll

- 3 Pan Palette with a tan eyeshadow with pink shimmer, a brown eyeshadow with gold and brown shimmer, and a shimmering pink cheek color
- Lip Glaze in Jewel (shimmering vivid pink)
- Multi-effect Mascara in Black

Barbie Loves Stila Paint Can - 1959 #1 Ponytail Doll

- 3 Pan Palette with a deep blue eyeshadow with white shimmer, a matte black eyeshadow, and a luminous coral cheek color
- Lip Color in Ponytail (matte cherry red)
- Liquid Eye Liner in Black

Barbie Loves Stila Paint Can - 1971 Malibu Doll

- 3 Pan Palette with a soft shimmering pale pink eyeshadow, a sky blue eyeshadow with white shimmer, and a golden bronze bronzer
- Lip Glaze in Malibu (pale pinky peach)
- Lash Visor Waterproof Mascara in Black

Barbie Loves Stila Paint Can - 1980 Foxy Doll

- 3 Pan Palette with a shimmering soft wheat eyeshadow, a shimmering golden brown eyeshadow, and a matte

soft berry cheek color
- Lip Glaze in Foxy (sheer tangerine)

- Lash Visor Waterproof Mascara in Black

Cover Girl Lash Blast Luxe Shimmering Volumizing Mascara

Hands down Cover Girl Lash Blast Mascara is my favourite drugstore mascara EVER! It is so volumizing and and lengthening! Cover Girl Lash Blast Shimmering Volumizing Mascara promises to be even better! The mascara is infused with subtle colour and shimmer to make your eyes dazzle! I cannot wait to try this!!! It comes in the following four colours:

Black Cabernet (red)
Black Royale (blue)
Black Emerald (green)
Black Platinum (silver)

It also comes in a super cute fuchsia tube!!

PS. I absolutely love love love my YSL Everlong Mascara in #7 Ever Steel Blue. It gives me great length with a subtle hint of blue that make my eyes sparkle!

Jennifer Aniston at the Oscars

I love Jennifer Aniston. She is so glamorous and beautiful. She always looks stunning and is never over done. She is a true California girl. I love her taste in clothing, always simple and sophisticated. Most of all her make up is always just right. Never too much and never too little. She always has a golden glow and sparkling eyes. Last night at the Oscars, she did not disappoint. Accompanied by John Mayer, she dazzled in an elegant Valentino gown with Jimmy Choo satin sandals. How can you go wrong with Valentino and Jimmy Choo? In my opinion she was definitely one of the best dressed. As for her make up - perfection. To recreate her look, even if you don't have a make up artist like Angela Levin, follow these simple steps:

Skin: After moisturizing Jennifer's skin, Levin applied Chanel Lift Lumiere foundation in Beige, concealing undereye circles with the matching concealer. Instead of blush, she dabbed Hydrabase lipstick in Coco Red on the apples of Jennifer's cheeks. After that, she dotted Sheer Brilliance in Sunkissed around the tops of Jen's cheekbones. (This captures light with a slight shimmer.) A bit of powder bronzer gave Jen a sunny glow.
Eyes: Jen wore Lorac eye shadows in Jade (green) and Serenity (bronze), along with Tina Earnshaw shadow in Aubergine. She closely lined the top and bottom lashes with black eye shadow. A coat of Chanel Inimitable mascara in black finished the look.
Lips: Lucky Jen got a preview of Chanel's forthcoming Aqualumiere Lipshine in Panarea. Get a similar look with a deep rose, creamy lipstick.

Tweezer and Eyelash Curler Care

Tweezers Care

When tweezers get dull - which happens with repeated use - they are no longer as effective as grabbing on to and removing small hairs. You can take them to a knife shop for sharpening. Some of the better brands, such as Tweezerman, come with a lifetime guarantee that includes free sharpening whenever necessary.

Eyelash Curler Care

The rubber pads that line the inside if an eyelash curler are there to protect the lashes, so when the pads start to wear out or break apart, they must be replaced. many eyelash curlers come with a set of replacement pads. Keep a set on hand.

Maybelline Stiletto Ultimate Length Mascara

My friend Sarah is obsessed with this mascara and told me to give it a try. Maybelline Stiletto Lash is super when it comes to lengthening and separating. It so inexpensive too! I got mine for less then $10 which is about $30 less then what I usually spend on mascara. Maybelline Stiletto Lash promises to stretch out your lashes by 70% at every angle. It also contains Pro - vitamin B5 and silk protein to strengthen and condition your lashes as well. I love it for it's super lengthening power, but I feel that it lacks a bit of volume so I use it with my Lancôme Cils Booster XL Masacara Base and that does the trick!

YSL Spring Look 2009 at Holts

Today I enjoyed the YSL Spring Look Collection with my girlfriend Lauren. The collection is filled with limited edition goodies, as well as some editions to the already fabulous collection. Lauren, who is naturally so beautiful got her makeup done and I must say the artist did a great job! I unfortunately forgot to bring my camera so I had to take the pictures with my BB, so I apologize for the slightly blurred pictures.

The YSL makeup artist mainly used the products from the Spring Look Collection. She used Palette D'Artiste Collector Powder for the eyes and Lauren's lids look stunning as shown in the picture to the right. I was blown away with how amazing her lashes looked after the application of their Everlong Mascara. Lauren and I were both so impressed that we purchased one. I decided to be a little different and purchased #7 Ever Steel Blue, which should really make my brown eyes pop! For a really fresh and beautiful look, YSL Spring Look Collection has all you ladies covered! Love love love!

YSL Touche Eclat Radiant Touch

My girlfriend Lauren raved about Yves Saint Laurent’s Touche Eclat Radiant Touch so much, I knew I had to get it. I have used it a few times and it has quickly become a very special item in my makeup bag. It’s kind of like a magical wand posing as a luxury concealer. It is great for really and I mean REALLY covering up dark circles. It also has light reflecting pigments that work wonders for brightening your eyes. It comes in a glamorous gold pen shaped tool, with a brush at the end. Just give it a click and the magic can be applied. You can also re-use it throughout the day and it won’t look cakey. Refer to Sephora and you can get really great tips on where it should be applied for optimal radiance.

Make Up For Ever Microperfecting Primer

I have been testing out Make Up For Ever HD Microperfecting Primer all week now and I think it’s an amazing product. My last primer was awful. It made my skin super dry and flaky. I absolutely hated it. Make Up For Ever HD Microperfecting Primer actually moisturizes my skin and leaves it feeling super soft and smooth. But, before I was ready to make it a staple in my makeup bag, I had to put it through some rigorous tests. The first was to see if it dried out my skin, which it did not. Next, I had to make sure that it actually held on to my makeup for the entire day. It passed with flying colours. I usually do my make up at about 7:30 am and by the time I get home around 6 pm, it’s is pretty much all gone. I was pleasantly surprised when I got home, looked in the mirror and did not shudder at the reflection. My makeup was still on, and it was almost as fresh as it had been when I first applied. I slowly started to fall in love. But, I was not done yet. I decided to see how well it would hold up after an even longer day. Same routine, I applied at 7:30 AM, went about my business and got home at about 10 PM that night and would you believe if I told you, my make up still looked great? Well believe it! It did! How have I ever lived without this product? You would think that I would be completely sold by now, but I was not done. I had one more test. I decided to see how it would hold up after a work out. Now, I am not one of the girls that glams up before going to the gym, but if I have makeup on, I don’t go out of my way to take it off. So, I jumped on the elliptical, make up looking fab and all, and worked out for 30 minutes. After the 30 minutes had elapsed, I took a good look in the mirror…my face was still pretty flawless, and my cheeks still bronzed and blushing…Ladies, we have a winner. This product is also oil - free and it comes in six colour correcting shades and one transparent shade. If Make up For Ever discontinues this product while I am living and breathing, all hell will break loose.

Fashion Flash: Alexander McQueen for Target

I kind of wish I lived in the US, preferably close to a Target store, so I could be one of the first to get my hands on this line. Alexander McQueen has designed a diffusion line for Target based on his lower - priced McQ line. The line will be available in store and online March 1 through April 11, 2009. Prices haven't been determined, but it's inspired by the Duke Spirit, a British band with an affinity for the sounds of late eighties and early nineties grunge bands. Lead singer Leila Moss was McQueen's muse for the collection who is shown in the picture above. The collection is described to have a muted color palette of black, white, gray and tan with accents of cobalt blue and bright pink. Studs and mesh give items an edge. For example, a chambray sleeveless shirtdress has stud detailing, there’s a mesh wrap dress and an open yarn zipper cardigan. Graphic prints and silk-screen photographs give tunics, dresses and T-shirts visual interest. The Leila silk-screen T-shirt with a necklace collar was designed for The Duke Spirit lead singer, while other band members are immortalized on a sleeveless jersey T-shirt. A sateen strapless pleat dress in a tattoo print of mermaids, dice and anchors is an example of McQueen’s penchant for pairing feminine fabrics with tough details. Alexander McQueen at an affordable price? This is all too much...

Dolce & Gabbana The Make Up

It's about time!! Dolce and Gabbana have launched a line of make up and Scarelett Johansson will be their campaign model! I can not wait to see their glamorous gold packaging housed in gold pouches and to test out their products. The first collection will be inspired by Mediterranean shades and the lipsticks will be rose scented.

Here is what they have to say about it:

"We see make-up as another thing for women, like a dress. We worked on the make-up line like we work on a clothing collection — you can change make-up like you can change your clothes, depending on your mood. We wanted to create make-up with a scent. Domenico and I remember when we were children and opened our mother’s handbags — the scent of her lipstick trailed out. I observed that when women open make-up, they smell it first,' Gabbana added.

Sephora by OPI Digital Diva Collection

Sephora by OPI Digital Diva Collection is the perfect set of nail polishes for spring and summer 2009. It may be snowing now, but that doesn't mean that the sunny days aren't around the corner. So, if you need something to pull you out of your winter depression this kit is exactly what you need. The colours are really fresh and vibrant! My favourites are I'm Wired and Lost Without my GPS!

CILS BOOSTER XL Super-Enhancing Mascara Base

Let me start off by saying that I hate, and I mean hate all mascaras that come with so- called "primers" or "mascara base" that leave your lashes looking awful, because the white stuff always pokes through. I used to try all of them and every single time I was disappointed. As, I am sure you know, I love Lancôme. I swear by Lancôme and I will try anything Lancôme releases at least once, because they are just that wondeful. I am not going to lie, I didn't want to try the Cils Booster XL Super-Enchaning Mascara Base, because I didn't want Lancôme to break my heart. I got over my fear a few days ago and decided to make the purchase. Lancôme didn't dissappoint, not one tiny bit. I am still in love with Lancôme nor is my heart broken. Cils Booster XL Super-Enchaning Mascara Base (I know, it's such a mouthful) is fantastic. Use it a few minutes before you want to apply your actual mascara ( doesn't have to be Lancôme, but you know that they make amazing mascaras) and let it dry. It lengthens, separates and gives you crazy volume! It also hydrates your lashes which is a plus! I love love love!!!

Sephora Opening at Fairview

Beauty is coming to Fairview Mall! Sephora will be opening shortly, North York beauties get ready to have everything at your fingertips! Also, for you ladies that love Forever 21, get excited, because it will also be opening up in Fairview Mall! I love their earrings, they are so much fun and I always walk out of there with at least 2 pairs!!!

Lancome Pink Irreverence Spring 2009 Collection

Lancôme’s new Spring 2009 Collection inspiration comes from French heroines Madame Bovary, Sylvie Fleurie, Marie Curie and Brigitte Bardot. It pairs bright, bold pinks with deep blacks and boasts both shiny and pure matte textures. Here are the full details of the limited-edition collection, which is on counters now. This brand of make up is definitely one of my favourites!

La Laque Fever Full Color Lip Shine

• Electric Pink
• Optical Rose
• Lucent Nude
• Iridescent

Color Design Eyeshadow Quad

• Irreverent Madame

Laque Liner:

• Pure Black
• Pure Sparkle

Color Design Illuminator for Eyes and Face

• High Expectations
• Hard To Get

Color Fever Gloss

• Piha Black

Le Vernis Nail Polish

• Piha Black
• Sassiness (A gorgeous pink, Lancôme calls this "the ultimate color of spring”)

Guerlain Exotic Paradise Spring 2009 Collection

The cornerstone of the collection is the Limited Edition Exotic Paradise Ombre Eclat Eyeshadow Palette. The celebrated metallic compact designed by Hervé Van der Straeten is done in a pure and fresh bronze-green; subtly etched with delicate plant motifs and an elegant, slender bird of paradise. Open the compact up and inside you'll find a botanical-inspired palette of pink, orange, green and brown, embellished with an exotic leaf motif in pearly green. It's a work of art!
As for the rest of the collection, here is a run down...

Guerlain KissKiss Glosses are inspired by three forbidden fruits: Orange Interdite 804, Cerise Tentation 805, and Pomme du Desir 806.
Ombre Eclat Mono Eyeshadow in a new, high-tech formula that offers impeccable hold and three distinct finishes. Velvety, Sparkly or Pearly, the powder glides onto the eyelid. Each compact contains 3.6g of color, which makes it the largest single-eyeshadow product on the market. And the case? Gorgeous.

Guerlain Ombre Eclat Eyeshadow Primer: This magical new creation from Guerlain is an eye primer inspired by a professional makeup artist’s secret. Using a neutral skin color, a radiant beige, this unifying base was specifically created to prime the skin for makeup and guarantee perfect hold. Smooths and primes to make eyes appear revived and crease less.
KissKiss Couleurs Précieuses feature four new shades that reflect the joy of spring. KissKiss Maxi Shine features four new shades inspired by candy and exotic fruit.

This collection will be out in stores shortly! If you can wait you can get it online at Neiman Marcus!

Givenchy Spring 2009 Maharani Make Up Collection

The Givenchy Spring 2009 Maharani Make Up Collection takes its' inspiration from the beauty of Indian women. This collection shows off the colors of India--bright pinks, oranges and gold’s. The collection includes:

Sari Glow Iridescent Blush (limited edition) in Maharani Orange, a luminous golden peach and Maharani Pink, luminous rosy pink. The powder is customized with Indian bindies for the ultimate accent.

Prismissime Visage Face Powder (limited edition) in Maharani Pinks and Maharani Apricots. Each compact contains 9 pearlized shades for a beautiful, radiant finish. Can be used on eyes and face.

Magic Kajal Eye Pencil: Inspired by the kajal used by Indian women, this eye pencil should be used in the inner rim of the eye. The formula contains wax, oil and vitamin E for a smooth, long lasting application.

Precious Sari Glittering Eyeshadow (limited edition): Inspired by the shimmering effect of a mirrored sari, this glittering eyeshadow comes in shades of Maharani Silver and Maharani Gold. The container is adorned with golden bindies--a truly, unique touch!

Rouge Interdit Satin Lipstick (limited edition) in Maharani Rose and Maharani Henna.

Take a look at everything here.

Lady Dior Spring 2009 Make Up Collection

Dior's Lady Dior 2009 Make Up Collection will be out sometime this month. Here is a run down of what will be available!

Eyes

• 5-Colour Iridescent Eyeshadow in Parisian Lights
• 5-Colour Eyeshadow in Elegante
• 2-Colour Eyeshadow in Nude Look
• Crayon Eyeliner in Elegant Taupe

Lips

• Rouge Dior Lipstick in Rita Beige
• Rouge Dior Lipstick in Actress Chestnut
• Dior Addict High-Shine Lipstick in New Look Beige
• Dior Addict High-Shine Lipstick in Couture Pink
• Dior Addict Ultra-Gloss Reflect in Trenchcoat Beige
• Dior Addict Ultra-Gloss Reflect in Ribbon Beige
• Dior Addict Ultra-Gloss Reflect in Clutch Pink
• Dior Addict Ultra-Gloss Reflect in Satin Pink

Nails

• Dior Vernis in Porcelain
• Dior Vernis in Nude Chic

Cheeks

• Lady Dior Palette in Parisienne Chic or French Chic, a complexion highlighter and a creamy tint for both cheeks and lips

NARS Heart of Desire Spring 2009 Collection

Another spring collection launch!! I love NARS and all of their products! Check out their line up for spring!

NARS Duo Concealer

Vanilla/Honey (fair complexions)

Custard/Ginger (light to medium complexions)

Praline/Toffee (medium to dark complexions)

NARS Duo Eyeshadow

Egea (frosted sage and smoky lilac)

Hula Hula (strawberry with gold particles and hazelnut with gold glitter particles)

NARS Single Eyeshadow

Baby Girl (cotton candy with golden undertones and gold particles)

Grenadines (matte garnet)

Night Sun (bright marigold with gold particles)

NARS Multiple Duo

Orgasm/South Beach (peachy pink and apricot with shimmer)

NARS Multiple Bronzer

Cap Vert (medium to dark complexions with red undertones)

NARS Lip Gloss

Sweet Revenge (sheer pink grapefruit)

NARS Lipstick

Shrinagar (metallic raspberry)