Iris Apfel collaborates with M.A.C. for a collection due out on January 5th. They are calling it “a colour collection inspired by a rare bird who has always been ahead of her time.”
The above is the publicity photo.
Glinda approves.
It’s that time again! The time where I give some sage advice on things you can buy for those with an appreciation for the specialty of this blog. And all under fifty bucks!
Beautyblender Makeup Sponge Applicator (2)
For those that prefer liquid foundation/concealer, I have heard nothing but fantabulous things about these applicators. A bit pricey, but supposedly worth every penny. Definitely something to give someone who probably wouldn’t spring for it themselves.
Gal Pal The Original Retro Ice Bag
Ladies such as myself will remember that this type of ice bag was pretty much the only game in town when we were kids. And you know, I kind of miss them because they really did have a nice shape to them that made it easy just to plop it where it was needed. Comes in lots of cute designs, too!
THE NEW BLACK ‘Graffiti – Ombré Nail Shades’ 5-Piece Set
For the more adventurous nail enthusiast, everything they will need to create the perfect ombre look. Or not. That’s the beauty of this gift, because the colors still rock even if they don’t use them as originally intended.
Makeup Studio Blockbuster Palette
Not sure what colors they might like? This palette is guaranteed to have at least a dozen or so, seeing as it contains a whopping 197 products.
Three full sized M.A.C. products for a great price. And a bag to boot!
L’Occitane Verbena Harvest Perfumed Sachet
Nice, natural sachets are hard to come by any more. This is one of the best. And who says you have to buy just one? Makes a perfect hostess gift.
I’m a big fan of pretty packaging, and the box for this collection of Fekkai hair products is touted as a collectible. Inspired by Aix-en-Provence, France, this is the first year of a new series of gift sets from the company that brings you nice hair.
I’m of the opinion that you just can’t go wrong with this set. You can quote me on that.
Me! Bath Mini Bath Ice Cream Gift Set
Get a bunch or get just one! These bath fizzies are a fun, unique gift.
Sephora Deluxe Fragrance Sampler For Her
Another almost can’t-go-wrong gift. And a teensy secret is that if the receiver doesn’t like any of the sample fragrances, they can pick out any one in the store that has the approximate value. Or, you could do aLash Sampler, or a Sampler for Him.
While I certainly respect Cindy Sherman as an artist and applaud MAC for doing something out of the box, I have to say the campaign for Fall Colours 2011 does not actually make me want to purchase the makeup.
Oh sure, it was all over the fall runways, but is anybody REALLY down with spider lashes? I mean, besides the few people who are going to embrace beauty trends no matter what.
I can honestly say that this is one trend I won’t be embracing.
Mainly because I’m picky with which trends I choose to follow, and looking like I am in desperate need of a lash comb is not currently one of them.
The LA Times reports that there are currently lash products out there to assist you in your quest for arachnid-like lashes, such as Lancome’s Hypnose Doll Eyes and MAC’s Opulash Optimum.
Meh, maybe I’ll try it on Halloween.
