There are Bright Lights.. and there are Bright Blushers!

Tweed Blushers aren't my favorite Chanel products but I'm loving this fuchsia release. Furthermore, Chanel's Holiday collection doesn't scream "holiday" at all but for some reason, it has grown on me. It's all very wearable!

What is unfortunate about this particular product range, however, is the gold overspray. I've used the blusher four or five times now and the gold shimmers are barely visible. I wish Chanel would reformulate the product so that the gold specks would be incorporated throughout the entire product but for now, we can use this as a matte blusher and add a bit of highlighter to compensate!

I've seen the well-loved testers at my local Nordstrom and in my friends' bathrooms. After much use, you will wind up with matte baby pink and vivid fuchsia squares. Sadly, the unique tweed pattern will have faded away with the gold shimmers as well. The blushers are very finely milled, as a Chanel blusher should be, and this particular tweed blusher is more pigmented so you only need a swipe or two. The permanent pink and coral blushers, available all year round, are less pigmented so you will need to swipe several times for the color to appear on the skin.

I think this is a great purchase if you're looking for a bright holiday blusher! It gives me flushed cheeks, as if I've been playing in the snow, and I can't get enough of it! And I know some of you may be curious.. YES, the mini brush included is actually of use. It's soft, dense, and allows you to touch-up the color with precision and ease in your car before you step out to join the party!

Dupes? If you purchased Pink Explosion from Chanel's Fall 2010 collection, you can skip this product. The colors are similar enough but I prefer the texture of the tweed blusher since the baked Joues Contrastes from last season are a touch more powdery.

The Fuchsia Tweed Blusher a limited edition product so make it yours while you still can!


RAEview's Rating: A
[It would have received an A+ if the tweed pattern and gold shimmers were infused throughout the entire product!]

Lancome's Spring 2010 Ultra Lavande Collection

Once I saw these images on Musings of a Muse, I knew I had to share these with you! I've seen images of Chanel's Spring collection on Temptalia but only the new Joues Contraste blusher interested me. That says plenty, as most of you are aware of my fierce loyalty to Chanel!
I, however, am lemming this ENTIRE Lancôme collection! It's more or less irresistible if you have a feminine side. And even if your feminine side is less prominent.. how can you say no to the gorgeous packaging and combination of wearable pastels? Purples, pinks, and corals are my color weaknesses but with my massive coral splurges this past summer, I am ready to tackle the new year's lilac and rose quartz inspirations.
I feel as though Lancôme has been caught up with the likes of Chanel and Dior in terms of creativity and new products releases the past three seasons. I've also noticed their products have been selling out nearly as fast as Chanel or even ever-hyped MAC these days. It's not a complete rebranding of the company by any means but I think their interpretations of color have been a breath of fresh air!

Here is the pièce de résistance, the La Rose Butterfly Blush! My best friend Tammy adores butterflies [our bathroom is covered in butterfly decor] so I may have to surprise her with one, too..



With this collection are three additional Ombre Magnetiques in Disco Gold, Silver, and Ultra Lavande. My favorite, of course, is the lavender and I find that these are best applied with the fingertips!



Next are the Ballerine Color Fever Glosses - Natural Origin. These glosses tend to be sheer but I can only imagine how pretty the pink and lilac shades would be slicked on top of my favorite Le Lipstique Pencils!

I'm intrigued most, however, by this Glossary Touch Absolute Lipstick! Is this a new lipstick launch or simply limited edition packaging? I can't wait to see which shades will be offered. There better be a sheer lilac or else I will be disappointed!

The new Natural Origin Kohl seems to be an iced lilac with a bit of pink. This will most likely brighten up the waterline and contrast nicely against the new purple Lancôme Ink Artliner, which I've yet to try. I have already professed my love and dedication to the original pen Artliner so I'm excited to give this formula a go!


And last but not least.. the incredible nail varnishes. The Lancôme blog posted a picture of the two several weeks ago and believe me, this promo picture does not do these glittery varnishes justice. I will have to purchase back-ups!


What a collection, don't you agree? It's flirty and feminine, everything that spring should signify! A fresh start with a fresh look <3 And yes, I do realize that Thanksgiving is only right around the corner but it cannot possibly deter my exhilaration for the upcoming year!
Think lovely thoughts and have a wonderful day, everyone.

Circle Lens Coupon Code!

Even though it is a bit after my Halloween tutorial, Pinky Paradise wanted to offer my subscribers a coupon code for any of you interested in purchasing lenses. You can refer to my video or my Halloween product list post for the links to the contacts I wore!

Coupon Code: raeviewonline

By entering this code:
1. Customers entitle a FREE cute animal lens case PLUS mystery gifts! [The gifts and the cases are ABSOLUTELY ADORABLE, if any you were were curious. I won't say what the gifts are because it's a surprise!]
2. The coupon code can be stacked: If you purchase 3 pairs, you will get 3 lens case plus 3 mystery gifts.
3. A minimum of 1 lens purchased to activate the code.
4. The code has no expiration date :)


By the way, I do not make commission off any lens sale.. the coupon code is just for fun! And if any of you are curious, my favorite lenses are the Angel EX and Hana SPC, both in brown! I also really want to try the G&G lenses but I will have to wait to purchase those :)

Have fun and happy shopping!

ROCK & REPUBLIC BEAUTY SALE!

Remember in one of my recent hauls, I promised to update you when Haute Look released Rock and Republic cosmetics again? Well, the sale is starting tomorrow at 8 am, PST. I will be filming a full review tonight in case some of you were interested in a refresher of the products. I will be going through the pros and cons of the R&R blushers, shadows, lipglosses, and a cream liner ^_~ Once the video uploads, I will update this post so you can take a look!


If you're interested in purchasing R&R cosmetics, click here!
http://www.hautelook.com/invite/Rae992


You obviously do not have to accept my invitation if you do not feel comfortable clicking the link ^.^ But Rock and Republic cosmetics are a great buy for the price and I wanted to follow through with my promise!

On Tuesday, Becca cosmetics will be on sale, too, so I will be purchasing a few products if I can afford them. Money is a bit tight these days because I have been sick and unable to work. I hope you guys understand if I have to put review requests for products I don't currently own on hold until after this academic quarter and holiday season!