Dior Saint-Tropez Vernis / Nail Lacquer ($23.00 for 0.33 fl. oz.) launched quite awhile ago, but it was extremely limited and sold out faster than I could review it! Now, you may be wondering, “What changed?” While browsing Nordstrom’s last night, I saw a very pretty teal-like Dior polish, and lo and behold, St. Tropez is being repromoted in Dior’s upcoming summer collection (which I’m still awaiting permission to post–this is the only item Nordstrom had up). You may also see it called Saint-Tropez (which is actually how the bottom of the bottle is labeled, but online it is abbreviated).
Saint-Tropez is an aqua-blue–it’s almost a teal, but it’s probably a bit too blue to be a true teal. Depending on the light and your skin tone, you may find it looks closer to teal than aqua. It’s very reminiscent of vacations spent on the beach, though. MAC Salad Dressed is a bit darker and greener. Zoya Wednesday is much lighter, a touch greener. Zoya Zuza is greener, darker, and has shimmer. Chanel Nouvelle Vague is greener and has shimmer. On the same note, China Glaze For Audrey is the closest but a little greener (which results it in looking more like a teal).
This shade was opaque in two coats (but one coat is surprisingly opaque–the index finger I left with just one coat to show you) and I didn’t have any issues during application–no streaking, pooling, or bubbling here. It applied fluidly and evenly, and the drying time was average. The consistency wasn’t too thick or too thin. Dior’s lacquers have a wider, more tapered brush, which I actually like, as it makes it easier to apply the color in one or two strokes (depending on the size of the nail). When I tested the wear of Saint-Tropez, it wore for a full week with very minor tip wear and no chipping.
If you're a fan of aqua-blues, blue-teals, and other beach/ocean-inspired shades, you'll probably enjoy this one. I know when it initially debuted, it sold out very quickly. I anticipate that they made more for this launch (as it has a wider distribution), but it should still sell well.
Product
10/10
Pigmentation
10/10
Texture
9.5/10
Longevity
9.5/10
Application
5/5
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Graphic Berry had opaque color coverage in two coats, though it was almost opaque in a single coat–it was that pigmented. The polish flowed evenly and fluidly across the nail without bubbling, pooling, or streaking. Dior has a slightly larger brush that makes application a little easier, unless you have really narrow nail beds, then it may be more problematic. I typically get a week of wear with minor tip wear with this formula.
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“Why deprive fashion and women of the prestige of color?” asked Christian Dior, who fervently believed in the power of color. As early as 1947, at the midst of the excitement of the New Look collection, Dior envisioned a “total look” in which fashion and makeup came together in perfect harmony. Each model from that first collection appeared wearing original shades of lipstick in tones that “harmonize with each color, each fabric, each hour.”
Tyen, Artistic Director of Dior Makeup, has inherited this passion. For Dior Addict Extreme, he creates a dynamic, fashion-inspired color palette with a formula that boasts striking hold and a radiant finish, just as Christian Dior always envisioned.
The 12 bold shades of Dior Addict Extreme combine vibrant color intensity with luminous shine and hold. The melt-away texture leaves just the right amount of pigment on the lips for both dazzling shine and intense color. The formula features an exclusive combination of four waxes, hyaluronic acid spheres and delicate, shine-boosting oils for an exclusive, featherweight finish.
Dior Addict Extreme ($30.00)
Dior Addict Extreme features four color families: sophisticated, natural beige shades, variations of essential pinks, bright, playful colors and glamorous, intense shades. Within each family is a standout shade: Incognito, a chic, discreet greige reminiscent of the minimalist chic of Parisian women, Lucky, a bold, dazzling pink shade inspired by Kate Moss and named for one of Christian Dior’s favorite models, an icon of the 1950’s, while the iconic Plaza Athenee Hotel on the Avenue Montaigne inspired Plaza, a refined mauve. Finally, the electric coral Riviera is a nod to Christian Dior’s love of sunny locales, where he would retreat to renew his energy and return with sketches for his next collections.
Shades: Incognito #316, Saint Tropez #336 (Sephora Exclusive), Silhouette #339, Cherie Bow #356, Pink Icon #366 (Sephora Exclusive), Plaza #476, Holiday #479 (Sephora Exclusive), Cruise #486 (Sephora Exclusive), Lucky #536, Riviera #639, Avenue #667, Fireworks #756, Bellissima #789, Sunset Boulevard #829, Princess #857 (Saks Exclusive), Paparazzi #866, Black Tie #987. #829, Princess #857 (Saks Exclusive), Paparazzi #866, Black Tie #987.
Dior Addict Vernis ($23.00)
Dior Vernis reinvents the color block trend. Four nail polishes that echo the four Dior Addict EXTREME it shades for ideal color coordination: Plaza, Riviera, Lucky and Incognito. Pure, radiant, fresh and daring shades. A desire to live for seduction, look beautiful and have fun. In perfect fusion or surprising contrast, nail polish and lipstick can be endlessly mixed and matched for a unique and edgy style down to the fingertips.
In 1947, Christian Dior’s first collection completely overturned the sober codes of the era with its hourglass shapes, rich colors and full skirts. It was so revolutionary, it garnered its own place in fashion history and quickly became known as the “New Look.”
65 years later, a revolution comes to beauty…
2012 draws inspiration from these original values of the Dior “New Look” with an exceptional new mascara: Diorshow New Look. The revolutionary formula and 1st for Diorshow nano brush creates multi-dimensional volume for a dramatic, multiple-eyelash effect. Much like the voluminous shapes of the 1947 New Look, Diorshow New Look creates an unprecedented, voluminous result.
The Diorshow New Look formula pairs a nano-brush with a high-precision, serum formula to multiply volume lash by lash, both instantly and with continued use. In contrast to the original Diorshow XL brush, the nano brush of Diorshow New Look provides ultimate precision, coating each lash with the exclusive Lash Multiplier TM serum formula. Its unusual architecture is structured in two parts: the lower part of the brush is made up of four reservoirs and rows of separating spikes which load lashes from the root while allowing for maximum extension. The upper part of the brush has a “lash catcher” micro-head, which slips into the slightest gap to catch every lash with the precision of a couturier’s hand. The brush is made up of the perfect balance between supple rubber and resistant plastic which allows for easy application.
Lashes are instantly thicker, extended at a wider angle and appear infinitely more numerous thanks to an exceptional and supple polymer enriched with SR38 ceramide that coats each lash for extreme thickness, stretch and curl. An additional benefit is the intense color effect, obtained thanks to an exclusive, 3D effect, Dior Black Glass pigment. This black pigment is coated with light-reflecting particles for an astounding magnifying effect, which increases the depth and shine of the color. The formula is enriched with a regenerating royal jelly extract that works to repair damaged parts of the lash fiber, infiltrating the slightest gap to re-texturize and thicken each lash. In addition, Diorshow New Look reacts to body heat, allowing the serum to release its potent active ingredients as close as possible to the lash line. Lashes become stronger and denser day after day.
In 2002, Dior introduced Diorshow, the first Dior mascara directly inspired by professional makeup artist’s techniques. Backstage at fashion shows, artists would use a toothbrush to create a dramatic, voluminous lash look. With its one-of-a-kind XL brush, Diorshow created explosive volume for a stunning catwalk look and has since become a cult favorite. In 2012 new technology in Diorshow New Look Mascara will deliver a very unique type of volume: infinite volume, lash by lash.
Dior Garden Roses Eyeshadow Palette ($59.00 for 0.16 oz.) is a limited edition palette for spring that features five shades of pink, purple, and gray. The new palettes for spring are slightly lighter (0.16 oz. vs. 0.21 oz.) compared to other five-pan palettes, though everything looks to be about the same visually. The texture of the eyeshadows from spring have a drier feel to them, which might be an explanation for the discrepancy in quantity. When I trialed these eyeshadows on the eye (without primer), I managed eight hours with slight fading but no creasing.
The first shade is a soft, frosted pink with gold shimmer. It’s a yellow-based pink with decent to good color payoff but does have some underlying sheerness and a drier texture. It’s similar to MAC Taupeless. Inglot #431 is a bit lighter, no golden shimmer. Make Up For Ever #303 is also a few steps lighter.
The second shade, which is on the top right, is a pale pink-tinted white with a golden-white frosted finish. The color payoff with this shade was good, and it applied very smoothly. It’s whiter than Tarina Tarantino Diamond Dusk. It has more of a frosted finish compared to Guerlain Boulevard du Montparnasse. It’s similar to MAC Defiance.
The fourth shade, on the bottom left, is a golden pewter–a little silver, gray, and gold all mixed together–with a frosted, metallic sheen. Inglot #431 and Make Up For Ever #303 are a bit more yellow-toned.
The last shade, on the bottom right, is a pink lilac with a metallic shimmer-sheen. It has decent to good color payoff but seems a bit sheer. It’s similar to MAC Palladium. Giorgio Armani #19 is more golden, lighter. Wet ‘n’ Wild Dancing in the Clouds is more golden.
Everything has a fairly shimmered finish, so you may want to mix and match with other finishes to create more dimension. When worn together, it can feel like frost overload, depending on which shades you use!
Product
9/10
Pigmentation
8/10
Texture
9/10
Longevity
9/10
Application
4/5
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