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If you could design your own eyeshadow palette, what colors would you put in it?

If you could design your own eyeshadow palette, what colors would you put in it?

If you could design your own eyeshadow palette, what colors would you put in it? How many shades?

Probably ten eyeshadows, with one row being more neutral and the other row being pops of color. I'm thinking: a soft beige, satiny highlighter shade, medium-dark taupe brown, antique gold, luxuriously...

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MAC for Gareth Pugh: Lipglasses

MAC for Gareth Pugh: Lipglasses

MAC Outrage Lipglass ($22.00 for 0.16 fl. oz.) is described as a "sheer berry with blue pearl." It's kind of a dirty berry with hints of brown and gold and green shimmer. It looks duochrome in the tube, and it definitely...

MAC for Gareth Pugh: Lipglasses

MAC Outrage Lipglass ($22.00 for 0.16 fl. oz.) is described as a "sheer berry with blue pearl."...

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MAC for Gareth Pugh: Lipsticks

MAC for Gareth Pugh: Lipsticks

MAC Fervent Lipstick ($22.00 for 0.10 oz.) is described as a "glossy blackened berry" with a satin finish. Fervent is a slightly red-toned purpled berry with semi-opaque color coverage. It's lighter and more berry compared to MAC...

MAC for Gareth Pugh: Lipsticks

MAC Fervent Lipstick ($22.00 for 0.10 oz.) is described as a "glossy blackened berry" with a satin...

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MAC for Gareth Pugh: Strada Blush

MAC Strada Blush ($30.00 for 0.08 oz.) is described as a "mid-tone nude." It's a pink-beige on me but looks less pink once applied on the face. MAC Brit Wit is a bit pinker but similar, just in a cream form.  It's a good shade for contouring if you're light to medium in skin...

MAC Strada Blush ($30.00 for 0.08 oz.) is described as a "mid-tone nude." It's a pink-beige on me but looks less pink once applied on the face. MAC Brit...

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5 Makeup Artist Must-Haves from MAC

5 Makeup Artist Must-Haves from MAC

Nita J is a strong advocate that true beauty lives in each and every individual. To her, makeup just enhances beauty and should never be used to mask the beauty that a person was born with. With her knowledge of makeup, cosmetic brands, marketing and the beauty...

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Sneak Peek: MAC for Gareth Pugh Collection

Sneak Peek: MAC for Gareth Pugh Collection

Sneak Peek: MAC for Gareth Pugh Collection

Here are a few product packaging photos as well as photos of the lashes. I was not able to buy the Metal-X Cream Eyeshadows, because the stores' shipments were delayed. They're not sure when they will have it in stock, so here's...

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If you could buy one luxury beauty item, what would it be?

If you could buy one luxury beauty item, what would it be?

If you could buy one luxury beauty item, what would it be? Share your most wanted luxury item!

Creme de la Mer mega-sized jar, just so I could give it to my mom!

Thanks to Kinesha for today's question! Got a question idea? Submit yours here.

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Giorgio Armani Holiday 2011 Collection: Madre Perla

Giorgio Armani Holiday 2011 Collection: Madre Perla

Giorgio Armani Holiday 2011 Collection: Madre Perla

An inspiring era... The elegance of the 30s is setting the tone for the season. Pure lines, sophisticated colours, luxurious details... Art Deco in all its glory with one of its iconic materials: Madre Perla. Madre Perla inlaid in a precious case,...

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Share Your Favorite Holiday Recipes!

Share Your Favorite Holiday Recipes!

Share Your Favorite Holiday Recipes!

I'm not much of a cook; I'm not disastrous in the kitchen, and I can follow a recipe well, but in the past, I haven't done a ton of cooking--especially nothing complicated!  I always did love to bake, though.  I'm always at a loss as to what to make, because I...

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Sponsored: Walmart's Holiday Gift Guide for Her + Olay Giveaway!

Sponsored: Walmart's Holiday Gift Guide for Her + Olay Giveaway!

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Walmart's Holiday Gift Guide for Her + Olay Giveaway!

Just in time for the holidays, Walmart has launched The Fitting Room, which features helpful gift guides for him, her, and the kids. There's something for everyone on your list (and maybe even something extra for...

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