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Chanel Vibration (270) Joues Contraste Blush

Chanel Vibration (270) Joues Contraste Blush ($45.00 for 0.21 oz.) is a bright, medium pink with warm undertones and a semi-matte finish. Tom Ford Beauty Exotic Flora (Top) (LE, ) is more shimmery (95% similar). Guerlain Madame Rougit (LE, $67.00) is lighter (95% similar). MAC Happy-Go-Rosy (P, $29.00) is more muted, warmer (95% similar). Tom Ford Beauty Wicked (P, $60.00) is more shimmery (95% similar). Milani Tea Rose (08) (P, $8.99) is brighter (95% similar). Tarte Lovable (LE, $29.00) is cooler (95% similar). IT Cosmetics Matte Sweet Apple (P, $24.00) is darker (95% similar). NYX Peach (DC, $5.00) is lighter (95% similar). Chanel Crescendo (250) (LE, $45.00) is lighter (90% similar). Natasha Denona Pink (PiP, ) is lighter (95% similar). Tarte Fearless (P, $29.00) is lighter (90% similar). Tom Ford Beauty Lavender Lure (Bottom) (LE, ) is lighter (90% similar). MAC Fleur Power (P, $24.00) is lighter, more muted, warmer (90% similar). Sephora Flirt It Up (06) (P, $14.00) is lighter (90% similar). By Terry Tan & Flash Cruise #1 (LE, ) is more shimmery, cooler (90% similar). Dior Miss (047) (P, $48.00) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar). Estee Lauder Pink Ingenue (P, $34.00) is lighter, more muted (90% similar). ColourPop Mistress (LE, $12.00) is more muted (90% similar). Black Opal Tulip (P, $8.95) is cooler (90% similar). NARS Hot Pursuit (LE, $30.00) is lighter (90% similar). Top 20 dupes listed, see the rest. See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

Chanel Vibration (270) Joues Contraste Blush ($45.00 for 0.21 oz.) is a bright, medium pink with warm undertones and a semi-matte finish....

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Chanel Rouge Noir, Rose Fusion, Lame Rouge Noir Le Vernis

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Chanel Rouge Noir (18) Le Vernis Nail Colour
Rouge Noir (18)
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Chanel Rose Fusion (757) Le Vernis Nail Colour
Rose Fusion (757)
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Chanel Lame Rouge Noir Le Top Coat
Lame Rouge Noir
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Chanel Rouge Noir Illusion d'Ombre Eyeshadow

Chanel Rouge Noir (857) Illusion d'Ombre Eyeshadow ($30.00 for 0.20 fl. oz.) is described as a "black red." It's a muted, dark plum with warmer undertones and fine gold and purple shimmer. Burberry Mulberry (24) (DC, $29.00) is warmer (95% similar). Make Up For Ever I834 Grape (DC, $21.00) is lighter (95% similar). Anastasia Aubergine (P, $12.00) is lighter (95% similar). Too Faced Pop (PiP, $16.00) is warmer (95% similar). Dior House of Pinks #5 (LE, ) is less shimmery, darker (95% similar). MAC Fabulous Three #3 (LE, ) is lighter (95% similar). Cle de Peau Stellar Gaze #4 (PiP, ) is lighter (95% similar). MAC Rare Find (LE, $21.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar). KVD Beauty Wonderland (DC, ) is darker (90% similar). MAC Universal Appeal (LE, $21.00) is lighter (90% similar). Stila Garnet (PiP, ) is warmer (90% similar). Stila Deep Plum (LE, $18.00) is darker (90% similar). Smashbox Cabernet (LE, ) is less shimmery, darker, more muted (90% similar). Tarte Show Plum Love (LE, ) is darker (90% similar). Stila Plum (LE, $18.00) is less shimmery (90% similar). Too Faced Jammin' (LE, $16.00) is more shimmery (90% similar). MAC Rich Core (P, $20.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar). Anastasia Pose (P, $12.00) is cooler (85% similar). Urban Decay Remix (LE, $19.00) is lighter, cooler (85% similar). Sugarpill Countess (P, $13.00) is more shimmery, brighter (85% similar). Top 20 dupes listed, see the rest. See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

Chanel Rouge Noir (857) Illusion d'Ombre Eyeshadow ($30.00 for 0.20 fl. oz.) is described as a "black red." It's a muted, dark plum with warmer...

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Chanel Rose de Lune Glossimer

Chanel Rose de Lune Glossimer ($30.00 for 0.20 fl. oz.) is described as a "shimmering soft pink." It's a sheer, light-medium pink with warm undertones and lots of pink and white shimmer/sparkle. Dior Dolly Pink (453) (P, $29.50) is more shimmery (95% similar). Urban Decay Trashed (DC, $19.00) is less shimmery (95% similar). Revlon Pinkissimo (DC, $7.99) is warmer (90% similar). Chanel Noce Moscata (P, $30.00) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar). Bobbi Brown Pink Tulle (P, $24.00) is less shimmery (90% similar). Make Up For Ever 203P Golden Pink (P, $19.00) is less shimmery, warmer (90% similar). Christian Louboutin Beaute Altareva (P, $85.00) is more pigmented (90% similar). Pat McGrath Sunset Rose (P, $30.00) is cooler (90% similar). MAC Viva Glam Ariana Grande (LE, $21.00) is less pigmented (90% similar). Too Faced Grin and Bare It (P, $20.00) is more shimmery, lighter (85% similar). Becca Guava/Opal (P, $24.00) is more pigmented, warmer (85% similar). Pat McGrath Divine Rose (P, $30.00) is cooler (85% similar). Dior Swan (263) (P, $35.00) is less shimmery, lighter (85% similar). Maybelline Blushing Petal (505) (P, $8.99) is lighter (85% similar). NARS Baby Doll (P, $26.00) is more shimmery, more pigmented (85% similar). Surratt Beauty Soigne (P, $32.00) is more shimmery (85% similar). MAC Bidi Bidi Bom Bom (LE, $21.00) is lighter, cooler (85% similar). MAC Domestic Diva (LE, $21.00) is darker, warmer (85% similar). Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk (LE, $32.00) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (80% similar). See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

Chanel Rose de Lune Glossimer ($30.00 for 0.20 fl. oz.) is described as a "shimmering soft pink." It's a sheer, light-medium pink with warm...

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5 Gorgeous Fall Lipglosses (2015 Edition)

5 Gorgeous Fall Lipglosses (2015 Edition)

It can be harder to find quality glosses in deeper hues, but here are some of my favorites!

  1. Bobbi Brown Naked Plum -- pink-shimmered plum
  2. NYX Spice Cake -- a pink-plum cream
  3. Urban Decay Vice -- a pink-berry
  4. Chanel Crushed Cherry -- a deep red
  5. Revlon HD Carnelian -- a bright, deep red

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Chanel La Merveilleuse Rouge Allure Velvet & Rouge Noir Rouge Allure Lipsticks

Chanel Coups de Minuit Joues Contraste Lumiere

Chanel Coups de Minuit (12) Joues Contraste Lumiere ($45.00 for 0.09 oz.) is described as a "peach beige." It's a light, muted peachy-beige with warm undertones and a slight rosiness paired with a soft sheen. NARS Devotee (LE, $30.00) is more shimmery (95% similar). Fenty Beauty Starstruck (P, $25.00) is more shimmery (90% similar). MAC Sparkling Rose (LE, $26.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar). Pretty Vulgar Glimmers of BS (P, $32.00) is warmer (90% similar). bareMinerals The Five Star Treatment (LE, $26.00) is lighter (90% similar). Estee Lauder Bronze Goddess Highlighter (LE, ) is lighter, warmer (90% similar). ColourPop On Tempo (PiP, $12.00) is more shimmery, warmer (85% similar). Laura Geller Peach Glow (P, $26.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar). MAC Rosy Glow (LE, ) is lighter, warmer (85% similar). MAC Otherearthly (LE, $34.00) is more shimmery, lighter (85% similar). See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

Chanel Coups de Minuit (12) Joues Contraste Lumiere ($45.00 for 0.09 oz.) is described as a "peach beige." It's a light, muted peachy-beige with warm...

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5 Faves: Pearl Lipsticks for Fall 2015

5 Faves: Pearl Lipsticks for Fall 2015

If you prefer your lip color with a little shimmer, this top five might be right up your alley! :) Today's picks feature my favorites for fall with a pearly twist.

  1. Estee Lauder Heavenly -- a gold-shimmered coral
  2. Chanel Antoinette -- a gold-shimmered copper-brown
  3. Guerlain Gracia -- a pearly plum
  4. Guerlain...

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Chanel Vamp Attitude Collection for Holiday 2015

Chanel Vamp Attitude Collection for Holiday 2015

In 1994, a uniquely striking LE VERNIS shade was revealed on the Chanel Fall/Winter Ready-to-Wear runway, and a legend was born. When the polish debuted to the public a year later, it caused an instant sensation. Now, as a celebration of the shade that became an icon, the Chanel Makeup Creation...

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Chanel Tisse Jazz (244) Eyeshadow Quad

Chanel Tisse Jazz (244) Les 4 Ombres Eyeshadow Quad ($61.00 for 0.07 oz.) is a blue-hued quad that runs on the more muted/subtler side, so it may be an option for "wearable" blues if the brighter blues aren't your wheelhouse. I wish the first shade was more pigmented, but...

Chanel Tisse Jazz (244) Les 4 Ombres Eyeshadow Quad ($61.00 for 0.07 oz.) is a blue-hued quad that runs on the more muted/subtler side, so it may be...

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