Elizabeth Arden Violet Bloom Eye Shadow Trio from Spring 2013 New York In Bloom Collection ~ Photos, Swatches, Review

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The New York In Bloom Spring 2013 Collection from Elizabeth Arden has some absolutely beautiful packaging. This eye shadow trio is housed in a golden compact with clear plastic set into the lid that reveals a purple and mirrored flower design below with the Red Door logo embossed in the center. Inside the compact you will find the  Elizabeth Arden New York In Bloom Collection Violet Bloom Eye Shadow Trio ($38 CAD/$32 US) is a refreshing alternative for neutral look.

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The shades include a nicely pigmented metallic taupe, very sheer soft pink with flecks of iridescent glitter, and a matte deep smokey violet grey that is very sheer yet that makes this intimidating in the pan shade, very soft and wearable in the crease.

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When I swatched this palette I was, at first, very disappointed in the pigmentation level of the pink and smoky violet grey. While the pink does indeed make for a very subtle effect the sheerness of the smokey grey creates a really lovely haze of colour in the crease that you can build up a little more in the outer corner. The overall effect of the palette is a very pretty, soft, romantic, neutral eye.

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Elizabeth Arden New York In Bloom Spring/Summer 2013 Collection. Palettes You’ll Covet

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I don’t know how I managed to let this slip buy me in my inbox when I first received it. Just LOOK at those PALETTES! The eye and bronzer palette are just stunning!

NEW YORK IN BLOOM Spring/Summer 2013 Limited Edition Color Collection 

LIMITED EDITION Pure Finish Radiant Bronzing Powder ($40.00)

Lightweight, silky smooth texture imparts a luminous, bronzed glow with a hint of pink and gold. Infused with antioxidants, this mineral-based powder creates a healthy complexion. The powder is embossed with a floral motif and presented in a floral-print compact.

Key Ingredients: Vitamin E for antioxidant protection. Argan Oil for natural antioxidant protection. Oleic and Linoleic acids, two essential fatty acids that help with moisture retention. Illuminating, microlight minerals act as optical diffusers that work to scatter light and soften the look of fine lines and wrinkles. Available in Soft and Warm.

LIMITED EDITION Eye Shadow Trio ($38.00)

A palette of three eye shadows, in matte, metallic and shimmer finishes, offers a range of looks. Highlight, contour and accentuate eyes with multi-pigment powder shadows. Created through a proprietary process, each pigment is coated with emollients and long wearing ingredients. Hues can be applied dry or wet, and are embossed with an intricate floral texture.

Key Ingredients: Mineral Mica and Nylon act as optical diffusers, softening the look of fine lines and wrinkles. Available in Viridian Bloom and Violet Bloom.

LIMITED EDITION Bold Eye Pencil ($22.00)

Conveniently packaged with a pencil sharpener, this dramatic liner delivers high-pigment color in just one stroke. Available in Iridescent Teal, Platinum Glow and Terra.

LIMITED EDITION Nail Lacquer Duo ($22.00)

This double-sided polish offers a salon-quality manicure at home. With beautiful, trend-inspired color on one end and an ultra glossy, clear gel-like topcoat on the other, this nail duo imparts lasting color with a professional, high-shine finish. Available in Purple Orchid and Teal Blossom.

NEW Beautiful Color Luminous Lip Gloss ($22.00)

With a silky smooth texture, this gloss imparts rich color, lustrous shine and a subtle vanilla scent. Infused with conditioning and hydrating ingredients, this non-sticky gloss soothes and comforts lips like a balm. Maxi-lip™ helps support natural collagen for plumper, fuller looking lips. A soft tip “paddle” applicator deposits the perfect amount of gloss and a built-in mirror is perfect for on-the-go application.

Key Ingredients: Mango Butter and Shea Butter – lock-in moisture to protect and soothe lips. Maxi-Lip™– helps support natural collagen for firmer, smoother and more defined lips. Super Sterol Ester — softens and moisturizes lips. Available in Passion Fruit, Dulce, Precious Petal.

NEW Beautiful Color Radiance Blush ($35.00)

This new blush is an oil-free, high-pigment powder that instantly sculpts cheeks. The buildable formula glides onto cheeks for an even and natural finish. Optical diffusers reflect light to diminish the appearance of fine lines and imperfections while also creating a radiant look. Added antioxidants help protect skin from environmental damage. A mirrored compact provides portability and convenience, and a double-domed synthetic-hair brush is included to allow for a flawless application.

Key Ingredients: Retinyl Linoleate: our exclusive retinol derivative gently, but effectively, smoothes and firms skin while reducing the look of lines and wrinkles. Soft Focus Microspheres: scatter and diffuse light to immediately blur the look of fine lines. Vitamin C, Vitamin E and Pomegranate: antioxidants help protect skin from environmental damage. Available in Sweet Peach and Blushing Pink.

NEW Beautiful Color Lash Enhancing Mascara ($30.00)

Beautiful Color Mascara is a multi-dimensional mascara that immediately volumizes, lengthens and curls lashes while enhancing long term lash health. Powered by a potent complex of peptides, this clump free, flake free formula protects lashes and promotes lash growth. Over time, lash health is improved and lashes appear visibly longer.

Key Ingredients: Peptide Complex Wide Lash: clinically proven to lengthen and thicken lashes over time. Carob Tree Extract: strengthens and protects inner hair cortex. Available in Black and Black/Brown. 

The New York in Bloom Spring/Summer 2013 Color Collection will be available for a limited time beginning March 2013, at all Elizabeth Arden counters nationally. Available now at TheBay.com!

MAC? MAC Who? Face of the Day

My MAC collection has been severely neglected lately. I thought it was time to dig out some of my favourites. I only kept one 15 pan palette and a quad of all my MAC shadows and only a couple blushes. I do use the new Beauty Powders from the recent MAC Stylishly Yours collection almost daily. I really love them for a subtle highlight. I really don’t pay any attention to the new MAC releases any more because I got fed up with new collections coming out almost every week and trying to keep on top of it. There were too many disappointing purchases for me to play the MAC game. Now I just stick with favourites and the very rare new thing will catch my eye.
I didn’t end up liking how the Chanel Spark Glossimer looked with this look at all so I wore something different the rest of the day.
Products Used:
Isomers HD Primer
Make Up for Ever Face & Body in #38 and HD Concealer #305
Laura Mercier Secret Brightening Powder
MAC Minieralized Skin Finish Natural in Light
MAC Too Chic Beauty Powder
MAC Instant Chic Blush
Eyes:
MAC Patina, Antiqued, Femme Fi eyeshadows
Elizabeth Arden Bronze eye liner
Giorgio Armani Eyes to Kill Mascara Black
Lips:
Chanel Spark Glossimer

MAC Patina, Antiqued, Elizabeth Arden Bronze liner

MAC Patina, Antiqued, Elizabeth Arden Bronze liner
MAC Patina, Antiqued, Elizabeth Arden Bronze liner
Chanel Spark Glossimer

I think I was having a bad morning LOL