MAC for Iris Apfel Lipsticks Review, Photos, Swatches
Friday, December 30th, 2011
MAC Flamingo Lipstick
MAC for Iris Apfel: Lipsticks
There are four limited edition (and one permanent) shades of MAC Lipstick ($14.50 for 0.10 oz.) in the Iris Apfel collection: Flamingo (light milky bright coral), Morange (loudmouth orange), Party Parrot (bright red-pink), Pink Pigeon (bright cleanest pink), and Scarlet Ibis (bright orange-red).
- Flamingo is a pink with a hint of coral that yields semi-opaque color coverage, which is more coverage than your average lustre finish gives. It has that natural-looking sheen that you’d expect from a lustre as well. This has a lustre finish. It’s lighter than MAC Blossom Culture. It’s less intense but close in hue compared to MAC Ever Hip. It’s similar to Guerlain Rose Desir.
- Morange is a bright, medium orange with a subtle sheen to the finish and opaque color coverage. This has an amplified creme finish and is part of the permanent range. It’s similar to oranges like MAC Good to Go, MAC Neon Orange, and Illamasqua Flare.
- Party Parrot is a neon medium-dark pink with a natural matte finish and opaque color coverage. This has a matte finish. VS Be Mine is less intense. Lancome Posh Pink is not quite as bright. OCC Queen is redder. MAC Scandelicious is similar but glossier. MAC Full Fuchsia is bluer-based. Tom Ford Pure Pink is a bit pinker.
- Pink Pigeon is a bright magenta pink with a natural matte finish. It has opaque color coverage. This has a matte finish. Milani Rose Hip is brighter and pinker, MAC Florida is lighter, MAC Show Orchid is slightly pinker, MAC Candy Yum Yum is purpler and brighter, NARS Schiap is pinker, and MAC Love Forever is not as bright.
- Scarlet Ibis is a reddened orange with a natural matte finish and full color coverage. This has a matte finish. It’s a little redder compared to Givenchy Candide Tangerine. It is similar to Giorgio Armani #405 with a matte finish. Estee Lauder Wild Fire is a touch lighter. Dolce & Gabbana Sheer is similar but a touch brighter.
MAC lipsticks come in a variety of finishes, so the color payoff, texture, and wear can vary based on the finish alone. In this collection, we have mostly mattes. The matte formula on these is comfortable to wear without being drying; I actually would have pegged them as amplified cremes or satins, because they didn’t cling like some of MAC’s original matte finishes do (think Ruby Woo; none of these are similar in texture). Lustres tend to wear off quickly and dry out my lips, so they’re not my favorite finish. Amplified cremes are really opaque, creamy, and comfortable to wear. Because of the intensity of the pigmentation in these shades (except Flamingo), these will wear longer and have a tendency to stain. I’ve worn Morange for six hours in the past, and I tested out Scarlet Ibis for wear, and it wore for six hours and left a bit of a stain. MAC lipsticks are vanilla-scented but taste-free.
Where to Buy: MAC Cosmetics on January 5th, $14.50 each
The Glossover
These are really nice matte finishes--they're not dry or difficult to apply! If you love your lipstick bright and opaque, you'll probably enjoy these offerings from MAC for winter/spring.
See more photos & swatches!
MAC Flamingo Lipstick
MAC Flamingo Lipstick
MAC Flamingo Lipstick
MAC Flamingo Lipstick
MAC Morange Lipstick
MAC Morange Lipstick
MAC Morange Lipstick
MAC Morange Lipstick
MAC Party Parrot Lipstick
MAC Party Parrot Lipstick
MAC Party Parrot Lipstick
MAC Party Parrot Lipstick
MAC Pink Pigeon Lipstick
MAC Pink Pigeon Lipstick
MAC Pink Pigeon Lipstick
MAC Pink Pigeon Lipstick
MAC Scarlet Ibis Lipstick
MAC Scarlet Ibis Lipstick
MAC Scarlet Ibis Lipstick
MAC Scarlet Ibis Lipstick
Product & Review FAQ
Where can I purchase it? How much is it?
MAC for Iris Apfel releases in-stores on January 5th, 2012 and will be available at all MAC locations and counters; $14.50 each.
Is it limited edition?
Yes.
Any dupes?
See individual shade reviews! :)
i love your product.. super..
is your product available in the philippines??
Flamingo is so pretty! I hope they re-promote it as I didn't get it the first time around :-(
MAC PLEASE repromote Party Parrot....so bummed I missed this one. Force of Love and Watch Me Simmer could not compare to this beauty. =(
I absolutely love what you're doing on your website. THANK YOU SO MUCH! Keep up the good work!
Thanks, Maria!
Oh how i wish MAC to bring this collection back in stores :(((( this collection sold out too quickly :((( sometimes i hate limited editions.... :((((
i couldn't help but notice your skin look AMAZING in these photos, can you tell me which foundation you wore during this shoot?
I don't remember :(
How does party parrot l/s compare to force of love l/s?
Party Parrot is a bit darker, redder.
On my lips Flamingo looks so bright as Party Parrot O.o
i really wish that mac would still continue to sell iris apfel collection beautiful colors all my friends are looking to purchase it but they aRE ALL OUT I HOPE THAT MAC WILL STILL CONTINUE WITH THIS LINE OF MAKEUP.
Been desperate to find the perfect dupe for Flamingo. Is Korres Mango Butter 13 Natural Pink close?
The only dupes I could think of are listed in the post! :)
anyone looking for party parrot dupe, sleek true color lipstick in heartbreaker is soooooo similar and also has a matte finish, and it's only $6!
Yeah, but it's not MAC!
well, i'm just helping with other alternatives since MAC party parrot is SOLD OUT, and it's a pretty unique color. Sleek lipstick has pretty good staying power and moisturizing enough for me. I said DUPE, it doesn't have to be from the same brand, but suit yourself.
Is Flamingo closer to Blossom Culture or Supreme Style? :)
Supreme Style
These are so... drunken fun summer, if you know what I mean.
Hi Christine! That Flamingo lipstick looks beautiful! Do you think it is comparable to the Chanel Rouge Coco shine in Flirt? My local store is sold out of flamingo:(
*sigh* Alas, I was very late on the Flamingo band wagon and none of the MAC stores has this color anymore. So, I was playing around with the Sweet Sunset lipstick from the Naturally collection and then I had an epiphany. I dug around my stash for my Ever Hip lipstick, looked at the color from the tube and I thought, "I wonder?..." Swiped a little of Sweet Sunset and then layered Ever Hip over it, ran over to temptalia and compared it to the real Flamingo swatch. Verdict: It's hard to tell because my living room light is so yellow, but I think this concoction might have pulled it off. Depending on your natural lip color, you may need to adjust the amount of Sweet Sunset vs. Ever Hip. For me, I used a thin layer of Sweet Sunset and maybe 2 thin layers of Ever Hip. If you gals have Ever Hip and Sweet Sunset, I encourage you mixing the two together. I'd be curious if you were able to pull something close to Flamingo! :-)
For some reason my Party Parrot doesn't look nearly as bright and neon as the pic ;(
I'm soooo lucky!! I got the last 3 Flamingo lipsticks in my entire city today..
Would you say Scarlet Ibis is similar to Hibiscus from the Surf Baby Collection? I'm debating whether I need both. <3
Hibiscus seems lighter!
Happy New Years! Would you say Party Parrot is pretty close to YSL Paris Rose? Thanks!
Christine, does anyone read the comments before they post?! About 40 people asked about Lady Danger and Impassioned ;) haha so funny. I was just wondering, it says in your post one of the lipsticks will be permanent, do you know which? Maybe I missed it in the article.
Morange is permanent!
So I found out that Iris Apfel is only in stores, not at counters...I am so disappointed!! :( And of course Morange is permanent, it's the only one still in stock online. le sigh.
I bought Flamingo and Scarlet Ibis, and I'm a NC30-35. Flamingo is no doubt beautiful, but the shock for me was scarlet ibis. I dont normally wear bright lipsticks (but buy them none the less), this looks absolutely beautiful on my skin tone (and i am sure it would on others). Love it!!
Wow Im so sad! Flamingo was the only thing I wanted out of this collection and it sold out online by the time i got on which was 11 o clock the day it came out. Then called my MAC counter and the lady next in line had the last one :(
How does Flamingo compare to last year Winter collection's Cut A Caper?
Pinker, more opaque
Do you remember what you're wearing on your cheeks, Christine?
So I'm pretty new to the make up world which is probably why I cannot figure out why I always have a lipstick fail. My face has a lot of pink/red in it, but like with Flamingo for instance... there is zero pink that shows up on me. Its all coral, if not orange, and is so not flattering on me. What am I doing wrong? I have no idea where to start when trying to find a shade that will look on me the same that Flamingo looks on you.
Can anybody explain why this collection won't be released at mac counters inside stores like Macy's and Dillards? So bummed out! Went to buy all the lipsticks today and the sales lady told be they will only carry it at free standing mac stores:(
Iris collection is only available at MAC stores, not at the counters. And hurry, all the lipsticks are almost sold out everywhere!!! Had to call over 10 stores to find mine!! xo
i live in the UK and went to the MAC pro store today to have a look at this collection but was told that this collection is only available online Has anyone seen it at their local MAC? Thanks x
Love flamingo :) Def my next MAC buy...
OMG! I want Flamingo so badly!
Went to M.A.C. today and previewed the collection. I love Pink Pigeon! Much more unique than the other lipsticks. I compared Scarlet Ibis to Lady Danger, and Impassioned to Party Parrot. I must say both Lady Danger and Impassioned are better dupes, so if you have these dont bother getting Party Parrot or Scarlet Ibis. If you like bright lips like I do Pink Pigeon is beautiful :)
Hi, Is Pink Pigeon same with Candy Yum Yum? Thanks!
ITS AVAILABLE ONLINE NOW GUYS!!!! (: I just grabbed 2 flamingos heheh
love pink pingeon do you think candy yum yum will ever come back out?? its my fave!
Happy New Years! Would you say Party Parrot is pretty close to YSL Paris Rose? Thanks for your time! Xoxo
Happy new year! would flamingo look very different from the new chanel coco shine flirt?
Christine how does Flamingo compare to Crosswires? :)
Gorgeous colors! :) Darn it, MAC makes me wanna spend all my holiday gift cards! :)) I was supposed to budget them throughout the year.
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