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I lost the plot a little bit this morning when I read on Temptalia that MAC is releasing a “Peacocky” collection. Some of the standouts (aka things I need in my life) for me, seem to be…
Kissable Lip Colour: Exxxhibitionist (red-toned coral)
Kissable Lip Colour: So Vain (muted mid-tone coral)
Mega Metal Shadow: Dalliance (light champagne)
Mega Metal Shadow: Paparazz-she (deep copper bronze)
Mega Metal Shadow: Sexpectations (metallic burgundy)
Mega Metal Shadow: Odalisque (deep teal)
Mega Metal Shadow: Ego (forest green)
But seriously, what up MAC? Don’t you know that my birthday is in November?! How am I supposed to wait until January 6 2011 for this magic? Ugh. If you happen to be a fellow peacock obsessee like myself, or you’re just mildly interested, you can read about the entire collection here.
You may recall my post back in June announcing that the Kit Design Award nominations were open. Well the winner was Hannah Tometzki! Hannah is a 25 year old freelance web designer from the Gold Coast. A web designer by trade and a typographer at heart, Hannah’s favourite things include grey marle fabric, poppies, clean & white websites, Hello Pandas, quiet drinks with old friends, the colour peach, and being surrounded by creative people and objects. Hailing from England, Hannah won us over with her design of the kit logo taking shape which represents all the different elements (the many brands, products and people) that come together to form kit.“This year’s theme was ‘Taking Shape.’ I love branding and typography so I wanted to show how a strong typeface alone can make a brand come to life.” – Hannah Tometzki. The Kit Cosmetics Limited Edition KDA10 Spring Has Sprung Kit contains: Duo Lip & Cheek Creme (in Turn It On), Nail Polish (in Full Throttle), Lip Balm (in Wild Strawberry), And Kit’s SPF 30+ Face Sunscreen and is available for purchase while stocks last from October 11 2010.
Miss Bloom (the face of Bloom Cosmetics) has had a makeover! Ten years on and the face of Bloom might have ditched the crop top, but her playful and lively personification of one of Australia’s favourite cosmetics brands remains. Just in time for spring, we’ve given Miss Bloom a little makeover and wardrobe therapy. With a new, super-sleek cocktail dress and killer heels she’s ready to hit the town! To celebrate the launch of Miss Bloom’s new look, Bloom Cosmetics are offering a limited edition trio of their lip gloss. Just purchase two of your favourite lip gloss shades, and receive the third gloss free. The limited edition trio pack retails for $48 AUD in October at Myer, David Jones and Bloom’s Flagship Store in South Yarra.
To celebrate the release of the new Pure Matte collection, NARS released this short film titled “Infinite Reflections” and starring model Heather Marks. “I am always inspired by cinematic references; it felt like a natural step to highlight the launch of Pure Matte Lipstick with a short film that is sexy and modern,” said François Nars, Nars Founder and Creative Director. The short film was produced by Nars’ longtime creative partner Baron & Baron and was directed by Tim Richardson. “I wanted to combine two essential qualities of Nars. One is the graphic, strong nature of the brand, and the other is the idea of iconic glamour,” said Richardson. Michal Jacaszek, a Polish electroacoustic musician, composed the score exclusively for the film. NARS in Australia is exclusive to Mecca Cosmetica.
Bloom are releasing a new lip product and just in time for the warmer months! I tend to wear brighter lip colours in Spring and Summer and this collection looks divine. “This multi-tasking product features dual ends that pair a long lasting lipstick with a perfectly-matched gloss. It’s double the dose in one convenient case. Lip Duo’s long-lasting lipstick base can be worn alone or layered with the accompanying gloss for a colour-rich, irresistible effect. Each lipstick shade has been thoughtfully paired with a shiny top coat sans the stickiness.” The Lip Duo range is conveniently named – with all of the shades named after natural partnerships. Yin & Yang, Moon & Stars, You & Me, Rain & Puddles, Song & Dance and Forgive & Forget. “Like birds of a feather, these two lip shades have been selected because they go so perfectly together” says Natalie Bloom. The new Bloom Cosmetics Lip Duo retails for $28 AUD and will be available as of September 20th from Myer, David Jones, Blooms Flagship store and online via the Bloom website or Adore Beauty.
Did you know that we share 97% of our DNA with orangutans? They are truly incredible creatures, but they are rapidly heading towards extinction due to habitat destruction. Increased demand for paper products and palm oil has lead to the deforestation of rainforests in South East Asia and due to this loss of their natural habitat, the survival of orangutans is under threat. The Borneo Orangutan Survival Foundation actively rescues and rehabilitates wild orangutans from oil plantations and releases them into wild and protected rainforest habitats. Trilogy’s ongoing campaign to help endangered orangutans in South East Asia was launched last year and has received enormous public support. “In 2009 we raised $20,000 for the Borneo Orangutan Survival Foundation the world’s largest organgutan rescue sanctuary, through sales of limited edition boxes of Certified Organic Rosehip Oil. This September we will again be donating $1.00 NZD from the sale of each specially marked box of Certified Organic Rosehip Oil to the Borneo Orangutan Survival Foundation. This campaign will run throughout Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom.” If you have been curious about Organic Rose Hip Oil after my countless raves about the product, what better time to try it out than now? Trilogy is sold nationally through selected Myer, pharmacies and health food stores or online at Adore Beauty.
In a kit-world first, Kit Cosmetics’ National Makeup Artist Leah Capponi showcases the new kit makeup range with three foolproof how-to videos to help you rock this season’s on-trend vivids and totally wearable hues. These step-by-step guides show you how to get THE key looks currently taking the beauty world by storm! “Starring the three super gorgeous, self confessed kit fanatics who won our model search earlier this year, these vids will have you re-creating the latest beauty looks like a pro. PLUS you’ll be given the inside word on the latest products you need in your beauty arsenal.” How amazing is it that they’ve used kit clients and fellow beauty lovers in their videos? I love that!
“Make your lip-look count with the perfect statement lip…”
“Make it sugar, spice and all things nice with this oh-so sweet and cheeky look…”
“Harness your inners seductress with our smoldering Saturday night style…”
After watching these videos, I have decided I absolutely NEED the Freedom Fighter lipstick featured in the first how-to video. What a gorgeous colour! You can watch future videos and discover the new makeup kit range, at the kit blog .
