The Makeup Show- Haul

Since some of you asked, I figured I would give you a peek into my shopping bag to see what I ended up purchasing at the show. The deals were abundant, so I had to take advantage. Please note that I also have a Shu order on its way.

So which products should I review/swatch first? ;)

Haulus Maximus

Since many of you asked, here is what I actually ended up getting between the Saks and Sephora Events, here is the damage.

Saks:

(not pictured... yet) Mackage Ace Puffer Coat in Coco

As you can tell, I got a heck of a lot from Nars (Purchased from Saks, Nars Website, and Sephora):

Sheer Glow Foundation in Mont Blanc
Iceland Eyeshadow Duo
Eurydice Eyeshadow Duo
Tonga Lip Pencil
Toundra Matte Velvet Lip Pencil
Tokkaido Express Nail Lacquer
Soft Touch Eyeshadow Pencil in Goddess, Aigle Noir
Multiple in Luxor
15th Anniversary Day and Night Eyeshadow Palette
15th Anniversary Multiple Coffret

Chanel Rouge Allure Lacque in 77- Santal

Tweezerman Mini Slant Tweezers

Marc Jacobs Lola Perfume, Lola Solid Perfume Ring

BeautyBlender Duo Set

Yves St Laurent Mascara Singulier

OPI for Sephora Polish in 212-Sephora

The sale isn't over yet, so there might still be some damage done. Of course, reviews will be up as soon as I can crank them out too. :) What did you haul?

More from the NARS Saks Event, and the "15x15" Project

As promised, here are more photos from the Saks event this past Thursday

The Legend, Mr Francois Nars himself.

My Haul:

"X-Ray"- This book has long been out of print, so I am thrilled to have gotten my hands on the last copy SAKS had. The inside cover has Francois's signature on it, and I will treasure it always.

Nars Loves New York Set with Uptown Girl eyeshadow duo, New York Eyeshadow, Orgasm Blush, and Soho Nail Lacquer

The Signings:
My Favorite, the inside cover of "Makeup Your Mind":


The NARS fun does not end with this event, thankfully.

In honor of the 15 year anniversary of NARS Cosmetics, a new book, "15x15", is being released next month. All proceeds of the sales of the 1,500 copies to be printed go to benefit various charities.

WWD reports:

François Nars is celebrating the 15th anniversary of the founding of his eponymous company by combining beauty products and photography — in a new book. Nars did both the makeup and the photography for the book, “15x15,” due out in mid-November for 30 days only at 15x15project.com.

There are two inspirations for each shot, an iconic image, person or emotion and a classic Nars product. The book features portraits of 15 celebrities including Marc Jacobs, Isabella Rossellini, Amber Valletta, Naomi Campbell, Daphne Guinness, Olivier Theyskens, Shalom Harlow, Jennifer Jason Leigh, plus others. “Basically, I wanted people who reflected my taste, friends and people I admired for their look and talent,” said Nars. “I love the way Marc looks, but also what he is and does."

Source for story and images: Women's Wear Daily Beauty Industry News

Daphne Guiness
Daphne Guiness Inspiration
Daphne Guiness Product- Night Breed Single Eyeshadow
Shalom Harlow
Shalom Harlow, Inspiration
Shalom Harlow, Product- Jolie Poupee Eyeshadow Duo
Marc Jacobs <3
Marc Jacobs Inspiration
Marc Jacobs Product- Dovima Nail Lacquer
Will you be purchasing "15x15"?

Smashbox Haul!

Smashbox goodies just came in the mail for me. The junkie in me can breathe a sigh of relief as I have finally gotten my hands on all the loot I ordered at the Makeup Show. ;)

Here is what you can all expect reviews and swatches on in the next couple of weeks:

HD Concealer in Light

Blushes in Flush and Paradise

Lipstick in Pout

Lipgloss in Pout

Nude Lipliner in Fair

Eyeshadow in Oyster

Artificial Light in Flash

Bionic Mascara in Black and Indigo Ink

How do you feel about Smashbox? Tell me in the comments!

The Makeup Show- Haulage

Since you all asked. Now keep in mind, it isn't all mine. (OK, most of it is)


More to come including reviews so stay tuned!

Make Up For Ever Haul!

No fancy Lead In, here is what I hauled at Make Up For Ever this past Saturday
Pure Pigments in Orange, Purple, and Emerald
Aquarelle in Turquoise and Silver
Star Powder in 948
Shadows in 0, 18, 49, 82, 142, 158, and 168
Aqua Cream Liner in 4 and 6
Brushes in 0S and 14S
Aqua Black Waterproof Cream Eyeshadow

Of course I will have swatches and a review coming up shortly. Till then I ask, lemming anything from MUFE?! Tell me in the comments :-D

Ballin' and Haulin'

I couldn't help it. Urban Decay offered up 30% off, and I had a gift certificate. I kinda sorta shopped till I dropped!


Who else hauled during UD F&F?

Want more details? Comment me!

Say Hello To My New Pretties

OPI South Beach Collection
Orgasm and Albatross Duo
Polar White, Marienbad Duo, Pacifica Duo
Liquid Liners in Mame and Moon River
Primer with SPF, California, Strada, China Blue, Galapagos Singles, Dolce Vita Blush, Lacquers in Hot Wired, Diablo and CapucineDidn't I tell you I would haul soon? ;)

Questions about anything? You know what to do ;)

Francois Nars, Oh How I Love Thee

Immersing oneself in the beauty world is tricky business indeed. On the one hand you have the means and tools to transform yourself, with your face as your easel and the makeup your paints. Endless variety awaits all those who look for it.

On the other hand, variety and innovation in the cosmetics industry can have detrimental affects on the beauty junkies psyche, often leading to what I call Pokemon syndrome. I know I have alluded to it before, but I will reiterate the point, Pokemon syndrome is the sudden urge to horde all of a particular product, and fast!

One brand that I am currently hot and heavy with is NARS.

Observe, a couple of weeks ago this was my Nars Collection
I know, you are amazed at my MS paint skills. My collection here consisted of the Sephora edition of the NARS artist palette (item 1), and the Habanera eyeshadow duo (item 2).

In the blink of an eye, my collection grew seemingly overnight, and here it is today. The need to incorporate this into my traincase spurred Saturdays organization fest

The items in the first picture were camera shy, but here we have 8 eyeshadow duos, 6 matte lip pencils (one was hiding), a multiple duo, the holiday eyeshadow palette, Orgasm lipgloss and polish, the Emotional Rescue Artist's palette, a lipstick, and a mini gloss set.

Now Nars is not a cheap brand, and fortunately a lot of these were either gifts, gifts with purchases, or purchased with a gift card. Nevertheless, I am smitten kitten and have indulged big time.

I will review and swatch these all shortly.

In the meantime you tell me, what is your current beauty brand obsession?