Category Archives: MAC

The Looks of Summer 2013

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The Looks of Summer 2013 by Glitter Geek

As we are finally transitioning into spring season, it’s time to look at what lies ahead for Summer 2013 makeup collections. Surprise surprise! Radiant, bronzed skin is in at Giorgio Armani, Bobbi Brown, MAC, Laura Mercier and Clarins. The most surprising collection — or I really should say shocking — is Chanel. This atypical Chanel collection brings vibrant colours inspired by butterfly wings, including four brightly coloured mascaras (blue, aqua, lime and yellow). My favourite visuals and collections — I can’t choose just one! — are from Dior and YSL. The beauty blogger world is all abuzz about the Dior Nude Tan Paradise Blush and Bronzer Duos. I’ve only started to discover the items from YSL’s Marrakesh-inspired collection, but I fall in love with each new product as I apply it for the first time. The coral glossy stain I used here is a must-see! NARS and Revlon will make colour junkies very happy with all the punchy colours their little hearts desire. :)

What new collection and/or product release are you most excited about for this summer? I’d love to hear it and maybe, build the wishlist! :D

Spring Trends: Pantone Fashion Colour Report Spring 2013

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Pantone Spring 2013

Source: pantone.com

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)

Back To Brights: MAC Fashion Sets Ablaze and Silly Lipsticks Reviews, Photos, Swatches

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While they are still hot and available on the Canadian website (shop here – not an affiliate link, so feel free to buy all the things!), I want to share my thoughts and swatches of the new MAC Fashion Sets Collection.

MAC Fashion Sets 1

I received two lipstick shades (CDN $18 / US $15 each) from the collection:

  • Ablaze is a bright creamy coral, in a Matte formula.
  • Silly is a bright milky pink, in a Matte formula.

MAC’s Matte formula, if you’re not familiar with it, brings a lot of pigmentation, but also applies very dry. This is a heavy lip formula that you’ll either love or hate. I happen to love matte brights, so I can deal with it. This formula also wears a long time, but keep the lip balm on hand when your lips start to feel parched.

MAC Fashion Sets 2

Coral lipsticks have a permanent place in my heart, and I am in love with Ablaze. What a beautiful coral! It is not straight up orange, and it’s not neon either. It’s bright but easy to wear. I failed to find a dupe for it in my collection. I thought for sure that Joe Fresh Poppy would be a dead-on dupe, but it leans more orange than Ablaze. MAC Lady Danger is a lot darker in tone and more saturated.

MAC Fashion Sets Ablaze Comparison Swatches
Joe Fresh Poppy / MAC Ablaze / MAC Lady Danger

MAC Fashion Sets Ablaze Lipstick

Wearing MAC Fashion Sets Ablaze Lipstick 1

Wearing MAC Fashion Sets Ablaze Lipstick 2
Happiness… is what I feel when I wear Ablaze.

Silly is a light Barbie pink. This is pretty hard for me to pull off. I don’t have a dupe for this in my collection either. Hourglass Ballet looks like the right tone, but in a glossy formula. Joe Fresh Fuchsia is a darker.

MAC Fashion Sets Silly Comparison Swatches
Hourglass Ballet / MAC Silly / Joe Fresh Fuchsia

MAC Fashion Sets Silly Lipstick

Wearing MAC Fashion Sets Silly Lipstick 1

Wearing MAC Fashion Sets Silly Lipstick 2
It’s hard not to feel like Nicki Minaj with Silly lipstick on. :P

MAC Fashion Sets Collection is available in North America April 4, 2013 at all M·A·C locations, 1.800.588.0070 and www.maccosmetics.com. The collection is available internationally on May 2013 at all M·A·C locations, 1.800.588.0070 and www.maccosmetics.com.

Are you planning to buy anything from the collection? Any standout shades and products? :)