Spring Trends: Pantone Fashion Colour Report Spring 2013

April 16, 2013 | 5 Responses

Pantone Spring 2013

Presenting all the pretty colours that are in for spring! What a happy, fun post to put together. I had to run out and buy something yellow because — can you believe it? — I had none. What shade are you most excited to wear this season? I’m all about the Dusk Blue and African Violet. Enjoy all the eye candy, and don’t forget to leave me tips on how you wear these colours.

Pantone Spring 2013 Emerald Grayed Jade Tender Shoots Lemon Zest

Pantone Spring 2013 Emerald Grayed Jade Tender Shoots Lemon Zest Swatches

Emerald: Marcelle Waterproof Eyeliner in Emerald ($10.95 at drugstores / used here)
Grayed Jade: Essence Quattro Eyeshadow in 06 Rock Angel ($3.99 at drugstores)
Tender Shoots: MAC Eyeshadow in Swimming (CAD $14.50 / US $12 for a refill pan at MAC stores and counters)
Lemon Zest: Annabelle Studio Pigment in LOL (around $8 at drugstores)

Pantone Spring 2013 Dusk and Monaco Blues and African Violet

Pantone Spring 2013 Dusk and Monaco Blues and African Violet Swatches

Dusk Blue: Stila Stay All Day Waterproof Liquid Eye Liner in Periwinkle ($26 at Sephora, Shoppers Drug Mart and Sears); Rimmel ScandalEyes Waterproof Kohl Kajal in 008 Light Blue ($5.99 at drugstores)
Monaco Blue: MAKE UP FOR EVER Aqua Cream in #20 ($26 at Sephora); Lancôme Artliner in 400 Azure ($37 in counters May 2013)
African Violet: Clinique Chubby Stick Shadow Tint for Eyes in 09 Lavish Lilac ($19 at Sephora and Clinique counters); Mary Kay Cream Eye Color in Violet Storm ($16 at online)

Pantone Spring 2013 Linen Poppy Red and Nectarine

Pantone Spring 2013 Linen Poppy Red and Nectarine Swatches

Linen: Benefit Creaseless Cream Shadow in Bikini-tini ($24 at Sephora); Marcelle Velvety Eye Shadow + Primer in Primer Rose ($15.95 at drugstores); Rimmel ScandalEyes Waterproof Kohl Kajal in 005 Nude ($5.99 at drugstores).
Poppy Red: Rimmel Kate Moss Lasting Finish Matte Lipstick in 110 ($7.99 at drugstores)
Nectarine: shu uemura rouge unlimited supreme shine in ob dream orange ($36 at Holt Renfrew and online); MAKE UP FOR EVER Rouge Artist Natural in #N40 ($22 at Sephora)

FASHION Magazine Beauty Panel: Day To Night

March 22, 2013 | 14 Responses

This week on FASHION Magazine Beauty Panel, we were asked how to transition our hair and makeup from day to night, and here’s how I answered.

Beauty Panel Glitter Geek Day to Night Teaser
Behold, my magical changing face. Is that the same person up there?

Find out how I go from a polished daytime look to a sultry evening look using some of my favourite products. I am really in love with Clinique Clinique Chubby Stick Shadow Tints for Eyes, shown here in Lavish Lilac). I have been wearing them as a sheer wash all over the lids and they last all day without a primer. Maybelline Colour Whisper Lipsticks are new from the brand, and this shade, Pin Up Peach, creates beautiful, juicy lips and brightens my complexion. Love love love. Check out previous reviews of some products I used:

Daytime Makeup

Nighttime Makeup

Glitter Geek Products Used

TGIF! Are you planning on transitioning your day makeup to night today? How do you switch up your look for a night out?

Hello There, My Pretties: My Latest Wishlist

February 25, 2013 | 18 Responses

I have so many products that I have to get through that it’s kinda silly that I still want to buy more. But you know, such is the life of a makeup and beauty addict.

Wishlist Feb 25 2013

Clinique Chubby Stick Intense Moisturizing Lip Colour Balm ($19, at Clinique, Sephora, Shoppers Drug Mart). I need a Chubby Stick Intense. [That's what she said. ] These opaque versions of the popular Chubby Sticks are getting amazing reviews, most recently from theNotice. I like Roomiest Rose and Broadest Berry the most.

Guerlain Les Élixirs Charnels – Eau de Lingerie ($100, in Guerlain boutiques; in Toronto at Yorkville). This limited edition fragrance has caught my attention after seeing it on Daly Beauty. Guerlain remarks, “To be sprayed directly on lingerie, this fragrance comprised of ambrett seeds, iris, rose and white musk (among others), represents the ultimate in refinement.” This sounds like a beautiful, soft and “barely there” fragrance that I adore.

NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer ($30, out in March). NARS sure knows how to pick a good name for a concealer. Radiant AND creamy? I need these for my under eye area. I heard it covers beautifully. Cafe Makeup has a great detailed review on these. We needs it, precious.

What about you, pretties? What’s at the top of your wishlist right now?