Thursday, January 24th, 2013

MAC Archie's Girls Collection
MAC Archie’s Girls Collection

MAC Archie’s Girls Collection for Spring 2013

Betty and Veronica – the names alone are a vivid four-colour flashback to an era of sweet, comic book innocence. Their eternal love triangle, with all-American freckle-faced Archie, is legendary in its teen tension, tight sweaters and two-toned saddle shoe charm. Girl-next-door blonde Betty vs. vivacious, spoiled rich-girl, brunette Veronica, an epic rivalry, now in two contrasting M•A•C colour collections, packaged in exclusively designed cases. ALL LIMITED EDITION.

Lipstick — Betty ($16.50 U.S. / $20.00 CDN)

  • Girl Next Door Vivid blue pink (Lustre)
  • Betty Bright Light vibrant peach (Satin)
  • Oh, Oh, Oh Sheer brown plum (Lustre) (Repromote)

Lipglass — Betty ($16.50 U.S. / $20.00 CDN)

  • Summer Sweetheart Light peach
  • Stay Sweet Light lavender pink
  • Kiss & Don’t Tell Bright coral

Pearl Glide Intense Eye Liner — Betty ($16.50 U.S. / $20.00 CDN)

  • Lord It Up Bronze with pearl
  • Black Swan Black with gold pearl

Pigment — Betty ($23.00 U.S. / $27.50 CDN)

  • Cheers My Dear Light lavender (Frost)
  • Lucky in Love Shimmering light blue green (Frost)

Powder Blush — Betty ($22.00 U.S. / $26.00 CDN)

  • Cream Soda Light neutral coral (Satin)

Pearlmatte Face Powder — Betty ($30.00 U.S. / $35.00 CDN)

  • Flatter Me Golden peach base (Shell Pearl Beauty Powder) with coral hearts (Foolish Me Powder Blush)

Caramel Sundae Eyeshadow Palette — Betty ($44.00 U.S. / $52.00 CDN)

  • Caramel Sundae Mid-tone warm tan (Satin)
  • Cheryl Chic Light coral pink (Frost)
  • Dreammaker Pale frosty yellow (Frost)
  • Showstopper Dark, cool-toned brown (Matte) (Repromote)

Nail Lacquer — Betty ($17.50 U.S. / $21.00 CDN)

  • Pep Pep Pep Light peach nude
  • Comic Cute Bright coral

Lipstick — Veronica ($16.50 U.S. / $20.00 CDN)

  • Daddy’s Little Girl Mid-tone pink violet (Satin)
  • Ronnie Red Bright red (Matte)
  • Boyfriend Stealer Deep blackened plum (Cremesheen)

Lipglass — Veronica ($16.50 U.S. / $20.00 CDN)

  • Mall Madness Mid-tone pink violet
  • Strawberry Malt Bright red
  • Feelin’ So Good Deep blackened plum

Pearl Glide Intense Eye Liner — Veronica ($16.50 U.S. / $20.00 CDN)

  • Petrol Blue Deep navy with pearl
  • Designer Purple Violet with pearl

Pigment — Veronica ($23.00 U.S. / $27.50 CDN)

  • Black Poodle Blackened pink (Frost)
  • Magic Spells Blackened teal (Frost)

Powder Blush — Veronica ($22.00 U.S. / $26.00 CDN)

  • Prom Princess Mid-tone violet pink (Satin)

Pearlmatte Face Powder — Veronica ($30.00 U.S. / $35.00 CDN)

  • Veronica’s Blush Silvery pink base (Play it Proper beauty powder) with deep pink hearts (Frankly Scarlet blush)

Spoiled Rich Eyeshadow Palette — Veronica ($44.00 U.S. / $52.00 CDN)

  • Spoiled Rich Rich purple (Frost)
  • Ron Ron Run Deep navy (Satin)
  • Pin-Up Purple Mid-tone orchid (Frost)
  • Gravel Charcoal (Matte)

Nail Lacquer — Veronica ($17.50 U.S. / $21.00 CDN)

  • Past Curfew Deep berry
  • Double Trouble Deep navy

Accessories

  • Archie’s Girls Brush Kit266SE, 226SE, 242SE, 168SE, 167SE ($49.50 U.S. / $59.50 CDN)
  • Jingle Jangle Coin Purse ($32.00 U.S. / $38.50 CDN)
  • Young Hearts Mirror ($25.00 U.S. / $30.00 CDN) (Online Exclusive)
  • Just a Flirt Makeup Bag ($38.00 U.S. / $45.00 CDN)
  • Yours Forever Tote ($49.50 U.S. / $59.50 CDN) (Online Exclusive)

Availability: Online January 30, 2013. Available in NYC M•A•C Stores January 31, 2013, all other locations February 7, 2013 to April 4, 2013.

P.S. — I will not have reviews available until I’m able to purchase the products and receive them!  Thank you for your patience!

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Thursday, January 24th, 2013

MAC Pro Longwear Paint Pot Collection
MAC Pro Longwear Paint Pot Collection

MAC Pro Longwear Paint Pots for Spring 2013

Eyes shimmer and shine with the pearly glow of M∙A∙C Pro Longwear Paint Pot – now in a rich, creamy formula that dries with a vibrant intensity, delivering illuminating dimension and a lustrous pearlized finish. The long-lasting, highly pigmented colour can also be used as an eye shadow primer. PERMANENT.

Pro Longwear Paint Pot ($18.50 U.S. / $22.00 CDN)

  • Chilled On Ice Frosted white gold*
  • Let’s Skate Pale pink with pearl*
  • Vintage Selection Frosted dirty peach*
  • Let Me Pop Frosted light copper*
  • Frozen Violet Frosted purple silver
  • Blackground Black grey with multicolour*
  • Antique Diamond Frosted olive silver
  • Dangerous Cuvee Frosted cool grey*

Brush ($25.00 U.S. / $30.00 CDN)

  • 242 Shader

Availability: February 7th, 2013 (North America), February 2013 (International).

* These shades have all been released in regular Paint Pot form previously. There may or may not be differences between color and texture. The PLW Paint Pots are the same size as regular Paint Pots and have the same price.

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Wednesday, January 9th, 2013



MAC Archie’s Girls Collection for Spring 2013

Jamaica Observer shared a few sneak peek photos of MAC’s upcoming Archie’s Girls collection, slated for a spring launch (likely to be February). Betty’s side of the collection will feature shades like black Swan eyeliner, Caramel Sundae eyeshadow palette, Cream Soda blush, Flatter Me Pearlmatte Powder, Girl Next Door lipstick, and Stay Sweet Lipglass. Veronica’s side of the collection will feature shades like a Pearlmatte Face Powder, Ronnie Red lipstick, Strawberry Malt Lipglass, Petrol Blue eyeliner, and Spoiled Rich eyeshadow palette.

As more information becomes available, I will be happy to update.  Any information I can share, I do so immediately! :)

Wednesday, December 19th, 2012


MAC Candy Yum Yum is Permanent, Available Today

“The Lipstick dreams were made of” is back so you can get your fix of the vibrant, matte pink of Candy Yum-Yum. The colour most coveted by Makeup Artists and enthusiasts alike in M∙A∙C By Request is now available to you permanently. Enjoy!

Lipstick ($15.00 U.S. / $18.00 CDN)

  • Candy Yum Yum Bright pink (Matte)

Availability: December 19th, 3PM PST online at maccosmetics.com; December 21st at all North America MAC locations; February 2013 for International locations

Monday, December 17th, 2012


MAC Strength Collection for Spring 2013

Colour is a vehicle for women to flex their femininity, and M•A•C’s new collection reflects this state of mind and style. It starts with dramatic eyes and lips pumped up with vivid colour to project power while cheeks are softly chiseled with natural tones. And, nailing it for overall presentation, M•A•C’s high-gloss Nail Lacquer.

All Woman Eyeshadow Quad ($40.00 U.S. / $47.50 CDN) (Limited Edition)

  • Flawless Figure Pale warm shimmering white (Veluxe Pearl)
  • Brains & Brawn Mid-tone taupe (Matte)
  • All Woman Greenish dark grey (Satin)
  • Black Magique Deep, dark black with warm tones (Velvet)

Inner Strength Eyeshadow Quad ($40.00 U.S. / $47.50 CDN) (Limited Edition)

  • Lithe Spirit Palest white pink (Satin)
  • Inner Strength Light cool mauve taupe (Matte)
  • Fabulous Fit Mid-tone cool grey (Matte)
  • Heatherbelles Deep charcoal (Satin)

Lipstick ($15.00 U.S. / $18.00 CDN) (Limited Edition)

  • Party Parrot Bright red pink (Matte) (Repromote)
  • Pink Pigeon Bright cleanest pink (Matte) (Repromote)
  • Strong Woman Bright violet (Matte)
  • Absolute Power Rich red (Matte)
  • Firm Form Gilded black with gold pearl (Matte)

Powder Blush ($20.00 U.S. / $24.00 CDN (Limited Edition)

  • Taupe Shape Satiny taupe (Satin)
  • Poised Muted pinkish brown (Satin)

Kohl Power ($15.00 U.S. / $18.00 CDN) (Limited Edition)

  • Feline Rich black

Technakohl Eye Liner ($15.00 U.S. / $18.00 CDN)

  • Graphblack Rich graphic black (Permanent)

Penultimate Eyeliner ($18.50 U.S. / $22.00 CDN)

  • Rapidblack True black (Permanent)

Lip Pencil ($15.00 U.S. / $18.00 CDN) (Limited Edition)

  • Embrace Me Vivid pinkish fuchsia
  • Lasting Sensation Bright coral (Permanent)

Nail Lacquer ($16.00 U.S. / $19.00 CDN) (Limited Edition)

  • Muscle Tone Pale neutral nude
  • Triumphant Mid-tone cool brown

Tools

  • 168 Large Angled Contour ($35.00 U.S. / $42.00 CDN)
  • 275 Medium Angled Shading ($25.00 U.S. / $30.00 CDN)

Availability: North America December 26th, 2012 at all M·A·C locations, 1.800.588.0070, online December 24th at www.maccosmetics.com; International January 2013 at all M·A·C locations, 1.800.588.0070 and www.maccosmetics.com.

NOTE: MAC artists are reporting they received last-minute faxes that said this collection was NOT coming to partnered locations (e.g. counters).  With the holidays, MAC corporate is out of office but am trying to find out. I recommend CALLING your local store/counter to confirm.

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Monday, December 17th, 2012


MAC Apres Chic Collection for Spring 2013

This gorgeous look starts with luminous M·A·C Mineralize Skinfinish and Mineralize Blush applied with the 187 Duo Fibre Face Brush. Use the 287 Duo Fibre Eye Shadow Brush to build layers of dimensional colour with Mineralize Eye Shadow. Mineralize Tinted Lip Balm packs lips with moisture, while adding the right pop of colour and shine. And, because eventually the mittens will come off, Nail Lacquer in Dangerously Fun heats things up in blazing berry red.

Lipstick ($15.00 U.S. / $18.00 CDN) (Limited Edition)

  • Warm Companion Beige with gold pearl (Frost)
  • Cozy Up Deep caramel (Matte)
  • Haute Attitude Mid-tone blue pink (Amplified)
  • Apres Chic Pinky brick red (Cremesheen)
  • Hot Chocolate Dirty plum (Satin)

Mineralize Tinted Lip Balm ($19.50 U.S. / $22.50 CDN) (Limited Edition)

  • Stay Warm! Creamy light pink
  • Slightly Nude Nude coral and subtle pink pearl
  • Pure & Tender Plummy creamy nude
  • Nice & Simple Bronzy gold with multi-dimensional pearl
  • Rosy Romance Bluish plum with subtle pink pearl

Nail Lacquer ($16.00 U.S. / $19.00 CDN) (Limited Edition)

  • Hangin’ Loose Dirty pink nude (Cream) (Repromote)
  • Dangerously Fun Berry-toned blue red (Cream)

Pro Longwear Eye Liner ($19.50 U.S. / $23.00 CDN) (Limited Edition)

  • Black Ice Rich black
  • Rich Experience True brown
  • Mountain Air Vibrant teal
  • Night Trail Deep navy blue
  • Snow Shadow Purple violet

Brushes

  • 287 Duo Fibre Eye Shadow ($31.00 U.S. / $37.50 CDN)
  • 187 Duo Fibre Face ($42.00 U.S. / $50.50 CDN)

Mineralize Eyeshadow ($21.00 U.S. / $25.00 CDN) (Limited Edition)

  • Ice Light peach base with white veining
  • Winter Pursuit Copper base with grey veining
  • Silver Birch Grey base with peach veining
  • Frost at Midnight Deep blue/grey with grey veining
  • Fireside Deep plum with purple veining

Mineralize Blush ($23.50 U.S. / $28.00 CDN) (Limited Edition)

  • Amber Glow Warm peach
  • Alpine Bronze Mid-tone caramel
  • Gentle Raspberry with gold pearl (Repromote)

Mineralize Skinfinish ($29.00 U.S. / $34.00 CDN) (Limited Edition)

  • Porcelain Pink Soft pinky coral with gold veining (Repromote)
  • Stereo Rose Coral with golden bronze shimmering nuances (Repromote)

Availability: North America – December 26, 2012 at all M·A·C locations, 1.800.588.0070, online December 24th at www.maccosmetics.com; International January 2013 at all M·A·C locations, 1.800.588.0070 and www.maccosmetics.com

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