MAC Presents.. Archie's Girls!

As you may or may not know, MAC has finally recently launched the Archie's Girls collection! It's currently available online, and will be hitting counters in North America on the 7th, then will be en route internationally next month.

The line originates from the Archie comic books from America starting in the 40s. Even as a child I recall these being all the rage, so they definitely still circulate quite a bit.

In the comics two girls, Betty Cooper and Veronica Lodge, are after Archie's affections. The lines are translated from their personalities in the comics, and into the cosmetics range. Betty is the sweet girl-next-door, whereas Veronica is more on the sexy/ sultry side. These are reflected very well into the MAC range.

For Betty's line think pinks and corals, where Veronica's is more reds and plums. That being said, I was definitely more into the Veronica range.

Some of my personal favouites of the collection were:

Caramel Sundae Eyeshadow Quad: Four shades of eye shadow in Cheryl Chic, Dreammaker, Caramel Sundae and Showstopper. 52$ CAD

Pearlmatte Face Powder: Available in Flatter Me (Peach/Coral-y) and Veronica's Blush (Pink/Silver-y) I'm definitely going to need to swatch to make an ultimate decision! (But I'm leaning more towards Flatter Me) 35$ CAD

Pearlglide Intense Eyeliner: The packaging on this is so cute, I can't not get one! Available in four shades; a blue, bronze, black and purple. They have a bit of shimmer to them, so again, definitely going to need to swatch first. 20$ CAD

Lipsticks: Betty Bright (Light Vibrant Peach), Daddy's Little Girl (Midtone Pink Violet), Ronnie Red (Bright Red) and Boyfriend Stealer (Blackened Plum). The last three being Veronica's shades, hers are definitely the favoured for me. 20$ CAD

The brush kit also gets on honourable mention, because the brushes are so cute with the little hearts, but it was a pretty basic set of brushes I already own plenty of instead of the more per say different brushes I'm looking for to expand my collection.

If had to only choose one thing it would definitely be the eyeshadow quad; I've been on the hunt for the perfect neutral palette and I think this will do the trick! Runner up would be the Daddy's Little Girl lipstick. Gorgeous!

Overal, I'd rate this collection a 4/5 because I really like how by having ranges from the two girls they really target two very different customer profiles. Very clever! Great collection!

xLB

Christmas Wish list 2012

Hi beauty bunnies!

Seeing as Christmas is only E LE V E N days away I guess this is a bit of a belated post, but I've really been in the Christmas spirit since learning I get to go home for more of the holiday break than I intended on (YAY!!) and I have a massive list of things on my purchase list, I figured I would do a christmas wish list for 2012!

Stila Convertible Colour in Peony (33$ CAD)

I've been hearing wonderful things about this product for the longest time, and peonies just happen to be my absolute favourite flower, and the shade looked great so I took it as a sign to be meant to be! So this one is definitely at the top of my wanted list. It's a lipstick and blush in one that comes in 7 gorgeous colours. Peony is a muted nude-pink-brown colour. Gorgeous! I've heard it's highly pigmented, so I'm excited to try it out on my own. Hopefully you'll see a review in the new year!

Trilogy - The Weeknd (12.99$ CAD)

I've been meaning to buy this for SO long but never got round to it, so I hope Santa adds it to my stocking this year ;)

Kate Spade iPhone 4 Wristlet (70$)

I've wanted a wristlet/wallet/clutch type iPhone case for the longest time. I was looking into the Michael Kors ones  for the longest time but wasn't sold on a model/colour. Then I stumbled upon the Kate Spade ones and found exactly what I was looking for! This one is a gorgeous black patent and has a super cute striped interior. I also love the detachable strap feature and the embossed pattern on the front flap, lovely! Kate Spade always has the cutest and quirkiest tech accessories, I'd definitely recommend checking them out!

Juicy Couture WWF Necklaces (78$)

These necklaces are absolutely ADORABLE and stood out to me when Juicy posted them on their Facebook page. A little pricey for borderline costume jewellery, imo, however they do benefit a great cause, the World Wildlife Foundation, so I feel a bit better shelling out the money! The turtle one stood out to me first, it's gorgeous; look at those colours! And tigers are one of my favourite animals, so I had to add it as well! So cute, such a great cause!

Neiman Marcus/Target Collab - Carolina Herrera Travel Bags (39.99$ USD)

There wasn't a lot from this collaboration that I thought WOW I have to have! There were a few things, but some I just couldn't justify the prices on them. These stood out to me. After seeing them online I went to check them out in store and feel even more in love! The prints are way too cute (and also come in a matching stationary set). The interior of them is quite nice at all, and they don't feel the slightest bit 'cheap' which I was worried about. And there is some great detailing on these, like the ribbons and the zippers. Definitely going to have to pick these up! There's a lot from this collection I'll be grabbing if it hits sale/clearance. Overall, too cute!

Origins Super Spot Remover (13$ CAD)

I've read so many wonderful reviews on this product, so I'm just itching to try it! If it weren't for Christmas being so soon I'd be buying it next pay check! However, I shall wait.. It is pricey for such a small bottle, but it's one of those things where a little goes a long way, so it could last years.

Make Up For Ever 5 Camouflage Cream Palette (43$ CAD)

Again, another product I've great reviews on. A lot of people have constantly been going back to this concealer set, despite trying plenty of others, which I quite like. I opted for No 1 instead of No 2 which I probably should be, because I feel I'd get more use out of the green than the purple, that's what it came down to for me. I'm really excited for this one, again, hopefully a review in the new year!

NARS blush in Orgasm (32$)

Now a question I've been wondering for quite some time now is.. HOW DO I NOT HAVE THIS ALREADY? I've sampled it a billion times, I love the colour, and it's pretty much a staple in anyone's makeup collection. I guess I've just never gotten round to buying it for some particularly odd reason, but nevertheless, hopefully come christmas 2012 it will be mine, at long last!

MAC Mineralize Skin Finish in Soft & Gentle (29$ USD)

Another product I've heard many wonderful reviews on. The mineralize products are all so beautiful too, I love the swirls in them.

Fossil Stella Resin Watch - Tort with Gold Tone (105$ CAD)

I have been lusting after this watch for quite some time now. I'm huge on watches; I wear one everyday. That being said, I have a really nice silver toned watch, but I don't have a nice gold toned watch yet (I like my watches to match the rest of my outfit/jewellery's hardware). That being said, I like how it's fairly neutral, so great for everyday wear.

That about sums up my most wanted list! I'll likely end up purchasing majority of these myself from christmas/christmas pay money. Because they are all things I've wanted for quite some time and feel necessary to my collection! Anyway, hope you all get exactly what you want and have a lovely time with your loved ones this holiday season!

xLB

LUSH wishlist

So earlier today my best friend and I were talking about LUSH, which oddly she hasn't heard of! I'm rather surprised she hasn't heard of it as I'm a massive fan and talk about it constantly (so I thought..) anyway it inspired me to look online and save for a mega haul, since it takes me about 1.5 hours to get to one (using transit, there are multiples in the city). Me being me, I just haaaad to make a list, because I'm that weird/OCD.. thus my fab LUSH wish list! If you've tried any of the products let me know your thoughts!

Bath Bombs:

• Butterball: vanilla scented for softer, sweeter skin
• Twilight: dreamy lavender and ovaltine for sweet dreams
• Blackberry: a purple, fruity fizzer for a burst of cheeriness 
• Geo Phyzz: a sea salt spa bath with calming cypress and pine
• Sex Bomb: ultra sexy bath bomb of seduction
• Softy: revive flagging spirits with a bundle of fresh roses
• Rose Queen: rose scented bath bomb, fit for a queen
• The Enchanter: neon citrus fizzer to remember gorgeous summer evenings
• Fairy Jasmine: makes all your glittering dreams come true
• Silver Cloud: sparkly citrus and gardenia fizzer

Soaps:

• Snow Globe: a festive grapefruit 
• Sea Vegetable: lime and lavender, seaweed and sea salt scrubber

Shower Gels:

• Slammer: Fresh Lime
• Back for Breakfast: sunny citrus wakes you with a smile and a drizzle of honey
• Happy Hippy: squeaky clean grapefruit gel
• The Olive Branch: sunny wash with olive oil and mandarin juice 

Shower Jellies:

• Sweetie Pie: shimmering, sweet smelling skin
• Whoosh: citrus

Cleansers:

• Ocean Salt: my absolute favourite, I'm running low on it..
• Grease Lightning 
• Mask of Magnaminty

Face:

• Tea Tree Toner
• Imperialis moisturizer
• Gorgeous moisturizer
• Fresh Face Masks: Brazened Honey, Catastrophe Cosmetic, BB Seaweed

Body Lotions:

• Dream Cream
• Sympathy for the skin
• Ro's Argan Body Conditioner 
• Handy Gurugu: hand cream

It's quite a bit.. but this is just what I'd like from the looks of the website, I'll have to see for sure once I go to the store, I don't intend on buying all of this! hahah

xLB