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Vena Cava @ NYFW Fall/Winter 2011: Makeup Breakdown

Vena Cava @ NYFW Fall/Winter 2011: Makeup Breakdown

Vena Cava @ NYFW Fall/Winter 2011

"It's a bit French and a bit rock 'n' roll... greasy, sexy, and cool.  Makeup is the accessory, the perfect jewel... Playful, but chic." -- Christian McCulloch

Makeup How-to:

  • Eyes: A blend of MAC Silver and 3D Silver PRO Glitter and...

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MAC Wonder Woman Spirit of Truth Nail Lacquer

MAC Wonder Woman Spirit of Truth Nail Lacquer

MAC Wonder Woman: Spirit of Truth

MAC Spirit of Truth Nail Lacquer ($15.00 for 0.34 fl. oz.) is a creamy is a deep navy blue. It has a cream finish, but when it dries down, it looks almost like pleather, because it loses a lot of its glossiness. (If you want it...

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MAC Wonder Woman Obey Me Nail Lacquer

MAC Wonder Woman Obey Me Nail Lacquer

MAC Wonder Woman: Obey Me

MAC Obey Me Nail Lacquer ($15.00 for 0.34 fl. oz.) is a creamy, blue-based red. One of the easiest ways to determine the undertones of a red is to use it sheerly; blue-based reds often look a little pink. MAC describes this shade as a "true red,"...

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MAC Capricious Lipstick

MAC Capricious Lipstick

The Sultry Season: MAC Capricious Lipstick

MAC Capricious Lipstick ($14.50 for 0.10 oz.) is a rosy plum with subtle gold shimmer. MAC describes it as a "fanciful rose plum," and it has a lustre finish. Lustre finishes are "demi-sheer with wet-look lustre finish ... Very slick...

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MAC Wonder Woman Experiment: Lady Justice

MAC Wonder Woman Experiment: Lady Justice

MAC Wonder Woman Look Experiment: Lady Justice

This quad was a pain in the behind to use--the colors just didn't want to stick or blend together. Very, very finnicky and difficult to work through; this was attempt number two, as well. I would have scrapped this look and never posted, because it...

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MAC Lightfully Bright Lipglass Dupes & Comparisons

MAC Lightfully Bright Lipglass Dupes & Comparisons

MAC Lightfully Bright Lipglass Dupes & Comparisons

As promised, here are comparison swatches for the four new and limited edition lipglasses from Lightfully Bright.  These are sheerer shades, so they are easier to replicate, especially when actually worn, as...

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MAC Lightfully Bright Lipglass Swatches, Photos, Review

MAC Lightfully Bright Lipglass Swatches, Photos, Review

MAC Lightfully Bright Lipglass Swatches, Photos, Review

The Lightfully Bright Collection contains four skincare products (which I am not currently reviewing, since skincare requires 6-8 weeks of testing and I already decide on what to try...

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MAC Wonder Woman: Online & Available for Purchase!

MAC Wonder Woman: Online & Available for Purchase!

MAC Wonder Woman:  Online & Available for Purchase!

It's up on MAC Cosmetics -- happy hauling! :)  Free shipping with code POW!  Feel free to share your hauls in the comments!

Photos, Reviews, Swatches

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MAC Quite Cute Collection for Spring 2011

MAC Quite Cute Collection for Spring 2011

MAC Quite Cute Collection for Spring 2011

U.S./Canada Launch Date: April 7th, 2011 International Launch Date: April 2011

"CUTE!" The most fanciful, fun and flattering compliment and young, modern trendsetter could ever want! Our version is the girliest kind of international glam possible, a style ride...

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MAC Bronze Everyday Collection for Summer 2011

MAC Bronze Everyday Collection for Summer 2011

MAC Bronze Everyday Collection for Summer 2011

U.S. Launch Date: April 7th, 2011 International Launch Date: April 2011

Great news: It’s back, for good…Skinsheen Leg Spray, the long-wear gel/mousse body makeup that sheers on legs, arms, décolletage for a subtle golden glow. Water-resistant three...

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