Chanel Blush Duo Tweed Effect in Tweed Corail ($45.00) just has indulgence and luxe written all over it–from the tweed patterned blush to the texture of the product.  Tweed Corail is a soft peachy color with subtle gold shimmer.  While it looks a little too peach-orange, it is sheerer when applied.  You can build up the color moreso if you desire, but you needn’t fear overdose from the get-go.  One of my pet peeves are blushes that are so pigmented that you almost always get too much product on your cheeks.  I’d much rather have buildable color than have to fix it!  The texture of this is so smooth and silky, the powder goes on so easily and blends seamlessly with your skin.  I’m really loving the way these feel, so I might have to nab one or two of the other shades next time I’m at Nordstrom’s.

Anyone else try these? What do you think?

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CHANEL is launching Blush Duo Tweed Effect as their latest in blush technology.  Two contrasting shades of sheer cheek color are “woven” together.  Each retails at $45.00 and there are four shades available:  Tweed Ambre, Tweed Pink, Tweed Corail, and Tweed Rose.

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Chanel Mini Glossimer Trios ($50.00) I haven’t seen these before, but it looks like they have come out previously. Oh, well, still new to me! Now, this might just get me to go out and buy some Chanel and fast!

Available in two tonalities: the beautiful warmth of Les Soleils includes Pin-Up, a beige peach; Coral Reef, a pink beige; and Glow, a bronze peach — and the delicious coolness of Les Roses includes Magnifique, a sparkly pink; Glaze, white pink; and Satinette, a pearl pink.

This is a very quick post, because I’m in between classes, and I can’t get over how lovely the Beiges de Chanel quad is. The quad comes from Chanel’s Holiday 2008 offerings, which are lovely in their own right, but this is the only item I’ve been able to see and play with in person. I did a super fast look using the quad before I jetted off to class–seriously, five minutes or less–and I was so pleased with the results! The colors are so soft and smooth, and they’re incredibly flattering. They blend seamlessly with each other! I even take back what I said about the “highlight” color — it might swatch chalky, but it softens like a dream when actually used.  So truly, I urge you all to visit your local Chanel counter for a look-see and swatch-a-roo when it’s fully released!  (It’s been popping up in some areas, but not all.)

Chanel’s Holiday 2008 collection includes Beiges de Chanel, which is a great quad of soft, warm tones.  It’s perfect for subtle holiday eyes, as well as more dramatic combinations (by using the dark brown with gold shimmer color).  The colors were silky smooth and had good pay off.  The only one with a chalkier texture was the “highlighter” color, and for that purpose, the texture works out.  I really love the bottom left color - it is just this gorgeous muted golden tan color.  This is such a classic quad well-suited for the holiday season.

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Chanel Exceptionnel Mascara ($28.00) recently debuted as part of their winter launch (Smoky Eyes).

Let me first say that it is important to master the correct application technique. Chanel has set-up a special website devoted to their newest mascara, which I did find helpful.  But to summarize, you apply by twirling the wand and then pulling upwards to the tips of your lashes.  It’s not the wiggle method!  So Chanel has done a pretty good job of creating buzz and hype and anticipation over this mascara because samples were made via Allure’s beauty program (I’m not part of it, so I don’t know anything about it, other than a ton of Allure readers got samples of this mascara!).  Overall response has been raves–the point of contention being the price.

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A new romantic beauty reveals itself this holiday season amidst a wealth of gently shimmering shades. Eyes are positively heart-melting, accented with soft, warm tones of chocolate brown and beige, while lips glisten with a dark glimmering richness. Keeping it all in balance: a subtle, natural, candlelit glow on cheeks. The effect is nothing less than enchanting.

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I thought I would share these fabulous photos of the upcoming fall 2008 Chanel collection!  You know, like you needed more makeup stimulus for today. ;)

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CHANEL FOR FALL 2008 — Available July 2008

FACETTES D’OR  HIGHLIGHTER – GOLD FEVER
This sheer whisper of finely milled golden powder brings a delicate sheer glow to the complexion, gently illuminating the curve of the cheek or bringing subtle allover radiance to the face. 
 
FACETTES D’OR NAIL COLOUR – GOLD FICTION
A flash of colour — the look of 18-karat gold — delivers a precious new way for nails to shine this fall.  With unique pigments and the finest sparkles, a brilliant golden lacquer extends the luxurious effects of this chic shade right down to the fingertips.

Lips

• Rouge Hydrabase Creme Lipstick in:  Simply Pink (a coral pink), Fantastic Plum (a deep purple), and Great Copper (a flattering bronze)
• Rouge Allure Luminous Satin Lip Colour in:  Enthusiast (a rich coral red)
• Aqualumiere Sheer Colour Lipshine SPF 15 in:  Formentera (a beige rose), Papeete (a sheer cranberry)
• Levres Scintillantes Glossimer in:  Amberlight (a glossy bronze), Delight (a sheer lilac), Gold Light (a shimmery gold)
• Le Crayon Levres Precision Lip Definer in:  Pretty Pink (a flattering pink)

Eyes

• Les 4 Ombres Quadra Eye Shadow in Reflects d’Obre (a sensuous palette of coffee, ivory, dark green, and gold shadows)
• Ombre Essentielle Soft Touch Eyeshadows in:  Le Bronze (a metallic brown) and Bois Bleu (a dark teal)
• Irreelle Duo Silky Eyeshadow Duo in: Cristal-Dusk (contains a flattering combination of white and brown)
• Le Crayon Yeux Precision Eye Definer in: Denim (a grey blue)

Face

• Joues Contraste Powder Blush in:  Rose Dust (a rose plum shade)
• Poudre Douce in:  Almond (a subtly radiant beige)

Nails

• Le Vernis Nail Colour in:  Kaleidoscope (a shiny green-gold), Fantastic (a deep wine)

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California ease, hipster cool, and true luxury intersect at Los Angeles’ hottest shopping spot, Robertson Boulevard. May 2008 brings a brand new reason to hit the block: the opening of the sparkling new Robertson Boulevard CHANEL boutique. To celebrate the occasion, Peter Philips, the new Global Creative Director of CHANEL Makeup, has designed four limited-edition must-have nail colours, which will be exclusively available in-store.

This mini-collection of graphic, pop-art shades was inspired by the spirit of Robertson Boulevard itself, a young Hollywood hangout now famous for shopping sprees and see-and-be-seen lunch spots such as The Ivy. Just as Robertson offers a signature blend of trendiness and haute exclusivity, these nail colours are fresh, eclectic, fun — bright as a cloudless California day, and perfect for a destination where every shopper feels like a star.

MELROSE A fun, hot pink destined to become spring’s must-have pedicure
RODEO DRIVE A purple splash: girl power meets the power lunch
L.A. SUNRISE A primary yellow as bright and cheerful as its name
L.A. SUNSET A warm tangerine — just the thing for an afternoon shopping splurge

Available exclusively in-store at the Robertson Boulevard CHANEL Boutique beginning May 30th, 2008, on www.CHANEL.com in July 2008, or call 1.800.550.0005.  Each lacquer is $25.00.