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For spring 2009, it seems that we will be enveloped by soft pastel shades from Japanese brands. We’ve seen those from Lunasol, Coffret D’Or, Beauté de Kosé and Shu Uemura, and now here is another collection that defines one of the major trends of spring 2009 makeup.
RMK‘s spring 2009 collection, titled Spring Translucence, incorporates soft colors inspired by floral shades from spring. As you can see in the ad image, the finishes of these colors are gentle and ethereal.
Available in two variations,
Translucent Cheeks & Eyes is the beautiful star item of the collection. The shades in the center of the floral patten and at the bottom right are for the eyes, while the rest of the palette is for the cheeks.
The new Translucent Eyes duos and Translucent Cheeks will also help create a natural and gentle look. All these three items are limited editions.
The rest of the collection includes 3 new shades of Irresistible Lips B, 2 new shades of Irresistible Lips C, 2 new shades of Gloss Lips, and 3 new shades of Nail Color N. (They are permanant items and not limited editions.)
Related Posts:
RMK Holiday 2008 Collection Review
RMK Fall 2008 Collection Review
Can’t Live Without – RMK Cleansing Oil
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Here is a quick look at Paul & Joe’s spring 2008 collection.
On January 9th, 2009, the limited-edition items will be released in Japan. They include two variations of Eye Color Palette CS (above) and two shades of Lipstick C (below).
The rest of the collection will be released on February 6th. They include 3 new shades of Eye Color, 6 new shades of Lipstick N, 5 new shades of Nail Enamel, and 3 shades of the new Eyebrow Liner.
A limited-edition Nail & Hand Care Kit will also be available on February 6th. The set includes Nail Protect Coat, Hand Cream, and Hand Gloves.
Updated on December 16th, 2008:
Photo of the two eye palettes:
(image from woman.excite.co.jp)
Related Posts:
Paul & Joe Holiday 2008 Collection
Paul & Joe Eye Color in 05
Loving Japanese Brands – Paul & Joe
Prescriptives has been releasing Colorscope Refillable Palettes for Eyes and Cheeks for the past few holiday seasons. Today I am reviewing the 2008 version in Cool.
The palette is packaged in a zip-up faux-leather pouch with a silvery finish. It includes six eyeshadows, two blushers and a double-ended eyeshadow brush.
The three darker shades are:
– matte dark grey
– iridescent plum red
– metallic medium taupe
All these shades are smooth and very well-pigmented.
The three lighter shades are:
– light blue (softly iridescent) with a lilac undertone
– light golden beige (very metallic)
– off-white cream (pearly)
The light golden beige is richly pigmented, while the other two are more softly pigmented.
(The blue/lilac and the plum red are existing shades in the Colorscope Eye Color range (Lilac Frost and Plum Smoke).The rest four are exclusive to this palette.)
My two favorite shades are Lilac Frost and the medium taupe. Lilac Frost looks slightly more blue than lilac and is a good subtle shade for brightening the eyes. The color comes mainly from the soft iridescence, so it doesn’t leave the eye area unnaturally pale or flat. The metallic taupe is a nice shadowing shade and is more of a brown taupe (which I prefer) than a grey taupe. The metallic finish lasts well and doesn’t turn ashy or muddy overtime.
The palette for 2007 contains a blusher and a highlighter. This year’s version has two blushers: a matte soft warm pink (the same blusher as the one in the 2007 palette) and a dusty pink with minimal shimmer and a subtly glowy finish. (The two shades are Petal and Apple Blossom, respectively, in the Colorscope Cheek Color range).
Both shades are well-pigmented. Do use them sparingly if you want a subtle look. I personally prefer Petal, which creates a natural flush for the cheeks. (It can also be built to a more vibrant finish.)
Even though this is the cooler version of the two palettes (see the Warm version here), it has a well-balanced selection of warm and cool shades to suit most complexions. It should work for both the party season and the rest of the year.
Other holiday 2008 posts:
Dior Night Diamond
RMK Christmas Palette 2008
Bobbi Brown Copper Diamond Shimmer Brick
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images and info from www.joseishi.net/voce)
Lunasol has been among one of my favorite beauty brands for a long time. Launched in 1999, the brand has slowly and steadily evolved but it has always carried an air of elegance and sophistication. The quality of many products I have tried is second to none.
On February 20, 2009, Lunasol will release a 10th Anniversary Makeup Palette and a 10th Anniversary Base Kit. The Makeup Palette, housed in a rectangular pouch with a mirror and applicators, includes eyeshadows, a blusher, a lip gloss, an eyeliner, and a mascara.
The Base Kit will include:
– Modeling Water Liquid Foundation (full size)
– Control Makeup Base (full size)
– Nuance Change Foundation 01 (7g)
– Under Eyes Base N 01 (2g)
– Micro Finish Powder N 02 (3.5g)
– Morning Wakening Massage N (10g)
– Night Refining Cream (10g)
– original bag
(Customers can choose the colors of the Modeling Water Liquid Foundation and the Control Makeup Base.)
Related Posts:
Loving Japanese Brands – Lunasol
Lunasol Sheer Contrast Eyes in Lavender Coral
Lunasol Full Glamour Gloss in Bright Pink
Lunasol Spring 2009 Collection
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Calling all Dior star item collectors…
Here is a look at Dior’s spring 2009 makeup collection. The star item of the season is Lady Dior, inspired by the iconic Lady Dior bag, which is among my favorite Dior accessory designs. The cream-based palette comes in two versions, both including a highlighter and a shade suitable for cheeks and lips. I have my eye on the one with the beautiful red (above).
(Lady Dior bag)
(image from www.dior.com)
The collection features soft milky beige tones for the eyes. I have to say these are the kind of neutrals that really appeal to me. There will be one new 5-Color palette (with beige tones) and one new 5-Color Iridescent palette (with slightly more varied shades.) I find the beige palette (below) surprisingly beautiful (and comforting) to look at. I can’t wait to see it in person.
The collection will also include new shades of Rouge Dior, Dior Addict Ultra-Gloss Reflect, Dior Addict High Shine, Crayon Eyeliner, Lip Liner, and nail colors.
I have been building up my Boots points, and I am ready for Lady Dior!
Do check out this report to see more photos of the collection (particularly the nice size of Lady Dior palettes).
Other Dior seasonal star items:
Night Diamond (holiday 2008)
Golden Dior (summer 2008)
DiorLight (holiday 2007)
Other spring 2009 makeup collections:
Chanel
YSL
Guerlain
(image and info from www.nikkei.co.jp)
If Kanebo International is available in your country, then, from February 1st, 2009, you will see a new collection of point (color) makeup under the Sensai line.
Kanebo International does have a point makeup collection and a base makeup collection under Sensai. But, as far as I know, there hasn’t been much movement for a while in terms of new seasonal collections. This release follows the launch of Sensai Premier The Body Cream to further strengthen the prestigious image of Kanebo International and the profile of Sensai.
According to Nikkei Net, the collection will be available in boutiques, department stores and spas where Kanebo International is available (in America, Europe, and Middle East). The price range is from 8 to 45 euros.
Kanebo International is not available in Japan. In the UK, it is currently available in Harrods.
Related Posts:
Japanese Cosmetics in the UK
Lunasol Spring 2009 Collection
Coffret D’Or Spring 2009 Collection
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Guerlain will release its spring 2009 collection in Japan on January 16th, 2009. Here is a quick look at the collection.
The fresh green shades in the new Radiant Shadow Color Palette (above) and the KissKiss Gloss (below) are quite striking, although I am not sure whether the green-toned eyeshadow will suit me.
The rest of the collection includes:
– Radiant Shadow Mono (10 shades)
– KissKiss lipsticks (4 new shades)
– KissKiss Maxi Shine lipsticks: 4 new shades
– Smoothing Eyeshadow Base
The collection will also feature a new variation of Radiant Shadow Duo & Liner.
Related Posts:
Beautiful Lips – with Blue Lip Glosses?
(featuring Guerlain by Emilio Pucci Lip Gloss in Sparkling Sea)
Chanel Spring 2009 Makeup Collection
YSL Spring 2009 Makeup Collection
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