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Showing posts with label Bobbi Brown. Show all posts
Bobbi Brown Old Hollywood collection swatches and review
Hello ladies! It's that time of year for some glitter and limited edition holiday collections! I haven't done many holiday posts this year unfortunately but today I have the gorgeous 2013 holiday Bobbi Brown Old Hollywood collection for you. Think sultry red lips and nails and smokey blacks with a hint of sparkle! Perfect for those glamorous screen sirens of yesteryear. The collection consists of an eye palette, lip gloss and high shimmer glosses, new cream shadow shades and lip color. Here are my swatches and review of 3 of the products from the collection!
What they say:
"This holiday season, Bobbi Brown introduces Old Hollywood, a collection that celebrates the glitz and glam of iconic American screen sirens. This sultry collection offers something for every type of woman, ensuring that you will always be red carpet worthy."
There are 4 limited edition polishes ($26) in the collection - 2 cremes to complement a sultry smokey eye and 2 fun glitter shades that add texture and a fun festive touch. I was sent Siren Red which is a gorgeous deep cherry red creme that is absolutely perfect for that screen siren look. It's a classic red and a shade that makes you feel a million dollars!
Siren Red is super opaque and dries quickly to a high gloss shine. It was my first time using Bobbi Brown polishes and I was really pleased how well it applied! The brush is easy to use and very minimal cleanup was needed. 2 coats is pictured.
Close up:
Limited edition lip gloss in Siren Red ($44) is a semi-sheer cherry red gloss that will get you red carpet ready! I love a bold lip but I'm often not brave enough to actually wear it out of the house however Siren Red is easy to wear and flattering on my skintone. It gives a high-shine look and contains soothing botanical extracts including Avocado Oil, Vitamins A, C and E and Jojoba Oil to keep lips soft and supple. The lip gloss has a pleasant vanilla scent but the formula is quite sticky which takes a bit of getting used to.
Swatch
There are 3 Long-Wear Cream Shadow Sticks ($44) in the collection with 2 limited edition metallic shades and a new permanent addition - Tuxedo Black which is a matte black. I love cream shadows as they're so easy to use but I don't do so well with applying intense black shades as I always seem to look like I've been punched in the eye haha!
They recommend swiping the cream shadow on your eye and then blending with fingers for an intense look however I prefer to use it as an eyeliner. I apply it with a small angle brush and then smudge it out a little and it lasts a good 7+ hours with no fading or creasing whatsoever which is a miracle for my oily lids! It is pretty much budge proof - I had to scrub at my hand after swatching! You do need to build up the intensity though - below is about 2-3 swipes for an opaque coverage.
Details: The Bobbi Brown Old Hollywood collection is available now from selected David Jones and Myer stores nationally and bobbibrown.com.au.
Do any of the products take your fancy? Most of the products in the collection are limited edition so make sure you get in-store soon! Thanks for looking as always!
The products featured in this post were provided to me for consideration but this in no way influenced my review in any way. As always, my reviews are my 100% honest opinion. My Disclosure Policy can be viewed here.
What they say:
There are 4 limited edition polishes ($26) in the collection - 2 cremes to complement a sultry smokey eye and 2 fun glitter shades that add texture and a fun festive touch. I was sent Siren Red which is a gorgeous deep cherry red creme that is absolutely perfect for that screen siren look. It's a classic red and a shade that makes you feel a million dollars!
Siren Red is super opaque and dries quickly to a high gloss shine. It was my first time using Bobbi Brown polishes and I was really pleased how well it applied! The brush is easy to use and very minimal cleanup was needed. 2 coats is pictured.
Close up:
Limited edition lip gloss in Siren Red ($44) is a semi-sheer cherry red gloss that will get you red carpet ready! I love a bold lip but I'm often not brave enough to actually wear it out of the house however Siren Red is easy to wear and flattering on my skintone. It gives a high-shine look and contains soothing botanical extracts including Avocado Oil, Vitamins A, C and E and Jojoba Oil to keep lips soft and supple. The lip gloss has a pleasant vanilla scent but the formula is quite sticky which takes a bit of getting used to.
Swatch
There are 3 Long-Wear Cream Shadow Sticks ($44) in the collection with 2 limited edition metallic shades and a new permanent addition - Tuxedo Black which is a matte black. I love cream shadows as they're so easy to use but I don't do so well with applying intense black shades as I always seem to look like I've been punched in the eye haha!
They recommend swiping the cream shadow on your eye and then blending with fingers for an intense look however I prefer to use it as an eyeliner. I apply it with a small angle brush and then smudge it out a little and it lasts a good 7+ hours with no fading or creasing whatsoever which is a miracle for my oily lids! It is pretty much budge proof - I had to scrub at my hand after swatching! You do need to build up the intensity though - below is about 2-3 swipes for an opaque coverage.
Details: The Bobbi Brown Old Hollywood collection is available now from selected David Jones and Myer stores nationally and bobbibrown.com.au.
Do any of the products take your fancy? Most of the products in the collection are limited edition so make sure you get in-store soon! Thanks for looking as always!
The products featured in this post were provided to me for consideration but this in no way influenced my review in any way. As always, my reviews are my 100% honest opinion. My Disclosure Policy can be viewed here.
Beauty lemmings: July/August 2012
I thought I would do some posts to show you my beauty lemmings as I'm forever lusting after products! It also allows me to show you upcoming releases and perhaps enable you to spend lol. I'm on a spending ban due to wedding, new apartment etc. so unfortunately I shall have to wait a while to try these lovely products. I've actually been really good and I've resisted purchasing anything beauty related for myself for weeks now! *pats self on back*
OPI Vintage Minnie minis ($24.95) - 3 cute pink shades and top coat! Available from August 2012.
Estee Lauder New Pure Color Gloss in Limited Edition Sequins Finish ($42) available from July 8. I really enjoy the Pure Color Glosses! They wear wonderfully and these are LE - I'm such a sucker lol.
OPI Nothin’ Mousie ‘bout It from the Minnie Mouse collection ($19.95) - I LOVE heart glitters! Even though I already have 2 from Nicole by OPI I still want this haha. Available from OPI stockists from August 2012.
Maybelline 24hr Color Tattoo eyeshadows ($11.95) - I love love LOVE cream eyeshadows and these have finally been released in Aus. Darn you spending ban!!
Shu Uemura gold eyelash curler ($40) - my absolute Holy Grail eyelash curler. It now comes in luxe gold! Available now from David Jones nationwide.
Clinique Chubby Sticks will be available in 8 new shades ($35) from July 29. I ABSOLUTELY CANNOT WAIT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I adore my Chubby sticks!!!
OPI Suzi & the 7 Dusseldorfs and Unfor-greta-bly blue ($19.95) - these are my picks from the upcoming Germany collection. Available from August 2012.
Bobbi Brown Long-Wear Cream Shadow ($50) - there are 4 new shades being released for the Summer 2012 Miami collection and they are great neutral colours. I love my cream shadows! Available from August 2012.
Chanel Route Des Indes De Chanel - illuminating powder with shimmer. I have no idea when this comes out in Aus BUT I WANT IT..
China Glaze Summer Neon collection - neons are so hot right now! I don't have enough neons in my nail stash unfortunately.
Clinique Even Better Dark Eyes Circle Corrector - I have bad undereye circles and I'm really curious to try this out when it's released here which will hopefully be very soon!
Do any of these new products take your fancy? What are YOU lemming at the moment? Thanks for looking as always! =)
OPI Vintage Minnie minis ($24.95) - 3 cute pink shades and top coat! Available from August 2012.
Estee Lauder New Pure Color Gloss in Limited Edition Sequins Finish ($42) available from July 8. I really enjoy the Pure Color Glosses! They wear wonderfully and these are LE - I'm such a sucker lol.
OPI Nothin’ Mousie ‘bout It from the Minnie Mouse collection ($19.95) - I LOVE heart glitters! Even though I already have 2 from Nicole by OPI I still want this haha. Available from OPI stockists from August 2012.
Maybelline 24hr Color Tattoo eyeshadows ($11.95) - I love love LOVE cream eyeshadows and these have finally been released in Aus. Darn you spending ban!!
Shu Uemura gold eyelash curler ($40) - my absolute Holy Grail eyelash curler. It now comes in luxe gold! Available now from David Jones nationwide.
Clinique Chubby Sticks will be available in 8 new shades ($35) from July 29. I ABSOLUTELY CANNOT WAIT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I adore my Chubby sticks!!!
OPI Suzi & the 7 Dusseldorfs and Unfor-greta-bly blue ($19.95) - these are my picks from the upcoming Germany collection. Available from August 2012.
Bobbi Brown Long-Wear Cream Shadow ($50) - there are 4 new shades being released for the Summer 2012 Miami collection and they are great neutral colours. I love my cream shadows! Available from August 2012.
Chanel Route Des Indes De Chanel - illuminating powder with shimmer. I have no idea when this comes out in Aus BUT I WANT IT..
China Glaze Summer Neon collection - neons are so hot right now! I don't have enough neons in my nail stash unfortunately.
Clinique Even Better Dark Eyes Circle Corrector - I have bad undereye circles and I'm really curious to try this out when it's released here which will hopefully be very soon!
Do any of these new products take your fancy? What are YOU lemming at the moment? Thanks for looking as always! =)
Bobbi Brown Neons & Nudes collection: Nude Peach blush swatches and review
The Bobbi Brown Neons & Nudes collection was recently released and it contained a selection of gorgeous bright lip colours and toned down blushes. A bold lip and toned down face is always gorgeous! Today I have for you one of the blushes - Nude Peach.
What they say:
"Bobbi introduces two pretty and universally flattering blush shades in her Neons and Nudes Collection. Nude Peach and Nude Pink add a soft glow to cheeks that perfectly complements a bright lip or vibrant eye. Nothing gives the face a lift like blush."
Nude Peach is a matte pale peach powder blush. It is an ideal nude blush shade and works wonderfully for an everyday look. It's quite subtle but can be built up to give a subtle healthy glow. It's packaged in the signature Bobbi Brown black plastic packaging.
Swatch:
Overall: Nude Peach is a gorgeous nude blush and a great addition to any collection. I'm trying to get into wearing more bold lip colours but it takes time as I do adore wearing pigmented blushes with a nude lip! The wear time for Nude Peach is excellent on me - it lasts all day and gives me a lovely subtle peach glow. It works well on my NC20 skin however it may not work so well for darker skin tones. I would have preferred it to be a tiny bit more pigmented as I do need to spend some time building up the colour.
Details: Bobbi Brown Nude Blush is available now from David Jones and Myer stores nationally and the Bobbi Brown online store for $58.
US ladies can purchase it from the US Bobbi Brown online store for $24US.
The product featured in this post was provided to me for consideration but this in no way influenced my review in any way. As always, my reviews are my 100% honest opinion. My Disclosure Policy can be viewed here.
What they say:
Nude Peach is a matte pale peach powder blush. It is an ideal nude blush shade and works wonderfully for an everyday look. It's quite subtle but can be built up to give a subtle healthy glow. It's packaged in the signature Bobbi Brown black plastic packaging.
Swatch:
Overall: Nude Peach is a gorgeous nude blush and a great addition to any collection. I'm trying to get into wearing more bold lip colours but it takes time as I do adore wearing pigmented blushes with a nude lip! The wear time for Nude Peach is excellent on me - it lasts all day and gives me a lovely subtle peach glow. It works well on my NC20 skin however it may not work so well for darker skin tones. I would have preferred it to be a tiny bit more pigmented as I do need to spend some time building up the colour.
Details: Bobbi Brown Nude Blush is available now from David Jones and Myer stores nationally and the Bobbi Brown online store for $58.
US ladies can purchase it from the US Bobbi Brown online store for $24US.
The product featured in this post was provided to me for consideration but this in no way influenced my review in any way. As always, my reviews are my 100% honest opinion. My Disclosure Policy can be viewed here.
Christmas gift ideas 2011: face and body
Today's quick Christmas gift idea post features face and body products that I'm lemming! Only one of the products I've tried myself and the others are on my wishlist. Here we go!
Bobbi Brown Party Shimmer Brick: This limited edition Party Shimmer Brick is dressed up in silver and gold and is just so festive and gorgeous. It's even embossed with a martini glass and shaker! WANT.
Available from Myer and David Jones for $85.
Tarte Amazonian Clay 12-hour blush: Tammie helped me get my hands on two a while back and they are the must have blush for the year. Long lasting, super pigmented and gorgeous matte colours. I have Natural Beauty and Dollface and I can't recommend them enough!
Available from Sephora for $25US.
Stella McCartney Lily perfume: I only read about this new addition to Stella McCartney's perfume range the other day and I know I already want it without smelling it! The Stella perfumes are my absolute favourite perfumes in the entire world and are my signature scent. NEED.
Benefit Watts Up highlighter: I LOVE highlighters and I've fallen for this new addition to the Benefit highlighter family. Everyone is raving about it and I really want to try it!
Available from Myer and Adore Beauty for $53.
Kiehl's Crรจme de Corps limited edition trio: A special limited edition version of the well known Crรจme de Corps. Kiehl's have collaborated with Australian designers Sass & Bide, Zimmerman & Ksubi for Kiehls and 7.4% of all sales will be donated to Australian children’s charities – THE SHINE COLLECTIVE, a sass & bide and Barnardo’s initiative, for sass & bide; the Starlight Children’s Foundation for Zimmermann, and War Child Australia for ksubi.
Available from Myer and Kiehl's online store for $45.
Have you tried any of these products? What face and body products are on your wishlist this year?
Thanks for looking as always!
Bobbi Brown Party Shimmer Brick: This limited edition Party Shimmer Brick is dressed up in silver and gold and is just so festive and gorgeous. It's even embossed with a martini glass and shaker! WANT.
Available from Myer and David Jones for $85.
Tarte Amazonian Clay 12-hour blush: Tammie helped me get my hands on two a while back and they are the must have blush for the year. Long lasting, super pigmented and gorgeous matte colours. I have Natural Beauty and Dollface and I can't recommend them enough!
Available from Sephora for $25US.
Stella McCartney Lily perfume: I only read about this new addition to Stella McCartney's perfume range the other day and I know I already want it without smelling it! The Stella perfumes are my absolute favourite perfumes in the entire world and are my signature scent. NEED.
Benefit Watts Up highlighter: I LOVE highlighters and I've fallen for this new addition to the Benefit highlighter family. Everyone is raving about it and I really want to try it!
Available from Myer and Adore Beauty for $53.
Kiehl's Crรจme de Corps limited edition trio: A special limited edition version of the well known Crรจme de Corps. Kiehl's have collaborated with Australian designers Sass & Bide, Zimmerman & Ksubi for Kiehls and 7.4% of all sales will be donated to Australian children’s charities – THE SHINE COLLECTIVE, a sass & bide and Barnardo’s initiative, for sass & bide; the Starlight Children’s Foundation for Zimmermann, and War Child Australia for ksubi.
Available from Myer and Kiehl's online store for $45.
Have you tried any of these products? What face and body products are on your wishlist this year?
Thanks for looking as always!
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