NARS Andy Warhol Holiday 2012 Collection

So inspired has Francois Nars been by Andy Warhol over the years, he figured it was time for a limited edition collection that would pay homage to Andy's genius with formulas, shades, packaging and names that evoke the cool, image-rich, character-laden world of Wahol!

Larger Than Life Lipgloss - $30 - Penny Arcade - raspberry, International Velvet - pink glace, Viva - rich rose, Candy Says - shimmering strawberry pink, Holly Woodlawn - bright orange-red
Available October 1st at Sephora and sephora.com

47th Street Larger Than Life Long Wear Eyeliner - $25 - black with silver shimmer
Satellite of Love Highlighting Blush - $32 - sparkling gold sand
Available October 1st at Sephora and sephora.com and November 1st at all other NARS retailers.

Soft Touch Shadow Pencil - $28 - Empire - black, Trash - vivid purple, Silver Factory - aluminum, Heat - teal
Available October 1st at Sephora and sephora.com

Nail Polish - $21 - Back Room - black, New York Dolls - purple, Superstar - teal, 15 Minutes - lemon yellow, TV Party - vivid orange
Available October 1st at Sephora and sephora.com

Eyeshadow Palettes - $55 - Self Portrait 1 - black, bright periwinkle blue and vibrant green, Self Portrait 2 - black, white and silver, Self Portrait 3 - dark brown with shimmer overspray, rose pink and heather blue
Available November 1st at narscosmetics.com

Silver Factory Gift Set - $200 - includes: Silver Factory Multiple - aluminum, Shadows Trio Eyeshadow - aluminum, bright deep purple and matte black, Chelsea Girls Pure Matte Lipstick - innocent, flesh-toned beige, Desire Blush - delicate bright pink, Via Veneto Larger Than Life Long-Wear Eyeliner - black, Large Domed Eyeshadow Brush #13 and Blush Brush #8
Available November 1st at select locations only.

Edie Gift Set - $75 - includes: Film Star Pure Matte Lipstick - 60s nude pink, Edie Eyeshadow - cream with a little bit of shimmer, Carpates Eyeliner Stylo - black and Deep Throat/Amour Blush Duo - shimmering sheer peach/matte peachy pink
Available November 1st at narscosmetics.com

Beautiful Darling Gift Set - $49 - includes: Candy Darling Nail Polish - electric pink, Femme Fatale Duo Eyeshadow - sheer white shimmer and fresh mint green and Woman In Revolt Larger Than Life Lipgloss - hot pink
Available November 1st at narscosmetics.com

Photo Booth Nail Polish Gift Set - $35 - includes: Silver Factory - aluminum, Chelsea Girls - innocent, flesh-toned beige, Soup Can - perfect red, Back Room - black
Available November 1st at narscosmetics.com

Eyeshadow Palettes - $65 - Flowers 1 - white, brown rose, dark lavender and gold against a shimmering lavender grey background and black overspray, Flowers 2 - white and heather blue against a shimmering lavender grey background and black overspray, Flowers 3 - white, pink champagne and dark brown against a shimmering lavender grey background and black overspray
Available October 1st at Sephora and sephora.com

Debbie Harry Eye & Cheek Palette - $74 - with white shimmer, sparkling turquoise, starry black and twinkling purple eyeshadow shades and brilliant cream and shimmering pink champagne blush shadows
Available October 1st at Sephora and sephora.com

Larger Than Life Lipgloss Kiss Gift Set - $62 - includes: Silver Factory - aluminum, Drella - ultra-sheer hot pink, Chelsea Girls - innocent, flesh-toned beige, Blue Movie - pink sherbert, Myths - rosie pink
Available October 1st at Sephora and sephora.com

Walk On The Wild Side Gift Set - $44 - includes: Silver Factory Illuminator - aluminum, It Nail Polish - black violet and Orgasm Larger Than Life Lipgloss - peachy pink with gold shimmer
Available at October 1st at Sephora and sephora.com

- Lisamarie -

You won't be able to help but Fall for Reitmans 2012!

Love colour? Then you will love Reitmans this fall - where you'll find red of every shade as well as bright cobalt blue, rich purple and deep yellow! Along with colour look out for graphic patterns, textured knits, streamlined silhouettes and a modern take on the classics.

Cardigan - $40, 3/4 Sleeve Blouse - $36, Original Comfort Pant - Skinny - $46, Belt - $8, Pumps - $40

Cardigan - $56, Printed Tank Top - $36, Plaid Zip Pant - $40, Belt - $18, Necklace - $14, Handbag - $46, Pumps $40

Scoopneck Pullover - $40, Structured Blouse - $36, Plaid Skirt - $40, Belt - $12, Bracelets - $9-$12, Pumps - $40

Denim Jacket - $50, Geometric Print Blouse - $36, Printed Chiffon Skirt - $36, Scarf - $18, Belt - $8, Bracelets - $10, Handbag - $36, Tights - $9, Colour Block Pumps - $40

Open Boyfriend Jacket - $60, Soft Blouse - $36, Original Comfort Denim - Skinny - $46, Colour Block Pumps - $40

Petites Dress - $56, Bracelets - $9-$12, Colour Block Pumps - $40

Petites 3/4 Sleeve Sweater - $46, Structured Blouse - $36, Skirt - $36, Tights - $9, Colour Block Pumps - $40

Plus Sizes Sleeveless Dress - $60, Structured Blouse - $40, Bracelets - $9-$12, Tights - $9, Colour Block Pumps - $40

Plus Sizes Cape - $56, Printed Chiffon Blouse - $40, Bootcut Denim - $50, Colour Block Pumps - $40

The cardigan in the second look, the printed chiffon skirt and these colour block pumps are going on my must have list!

- Lisamarie -

Get nailed by a couple of new lines from Revlon - Brilliant Strength and Moon Candy Nail Enamel - with swatches!

Tired of having to apply a base and top coat along with your colour to keep in on your nails? Laziness is the name of the game with Revlon Brilliant Strength Nail Enamel - $6.95 - with a built in base and top coat it has all the ease of use you could even want along with a strengthening formula that prevents nails from breaking and colour from chipping! In 18 shades: Captivate, Enrapture, Entice, Provoke, Inflame, Intrigue, Enthrall, Allure, Mesmerize, Hypnotize, Magnetize, Beguile, Seduce, Embody, Dominate, Enamour, Tantalize and Facinate.

Loving blue of course I love Intrigue - it has a great formula that just glides on!

Or if you're looking for a great metallic for fall, check out Captivate - such a pretty copper!

Or satisfy your sweet tooth with Revlon Nail Art Moon Candy - $8.95 - layer the colours for a holographic 3D look or wear either end on it's own! In 8 shade duos: Universe, Galactic, Milky Way, satellite, Supernova, Cosmic, Orbit and Moon Dust.

The Cosmic base it this great deep green which is so big this fall!

The top coat of Cosmic has these big gold flakes or as my husband calls it - my Goldschlager manicure!

Both collections are available in stores now.

- Lisamarie -

Smashbox Image Factory Fall 2012 Makeup Collection

I've been waiting ages for my Shoppers to get the fall Smashbox in and now that I've finally had a chance to see it (and play with it) in person all I can say is - it was worth the wait!

Photo-Op Eye Shadow Palette - $44 - each contains six ultra-blendable, richly pigmented velvety eyeshadows in the season's hottest shades that are crease and fade resistant as well as a double-ended eyeshadow brush. In two shade collections: Icon offers shades for a smokey and dramatic eye: Alabaster, Thunder, Blackout, Roast, Black Currant and Seafoam. While Muse is more neutral: Russet, Truffle, Bare, Sandstorm, Juniper and Sumatra.

I love both of these palettes and am hard pressed to pick my favourite - Muse would be more wearable for everyday but Icon is just so damned pretty... only thing to do is get them both of course...!

Waterproof Shadow Liner - $25 - in 2 shades: Shimmering Charcoal and Metallic Bronze - a creamy, mistake-proof shadow liner for effortless lining and defining with a versatile formula that offers soft definition in one quick step - smudge as a liner or blend as a shadow for easy all-over colour.

I am so impressed with the creamy texture of this liner - just don't wait too long if you want to smudge it, once it sets it's not going anywhere!

Airbrush Whipped Cheek Colour - $33 - in two shades: Dusty Rose and Berry Bliss - a lightweight blush that gives cheeks a naturally radiant glow with ultra-fine pigments that make for easy blending and silicone elastomers that diminish imperfections with a mousse-like formula that delivers an instant airbrushed effect.

These have a beautiful texture that easily blends - don't be scared by how bright they look in the pot, it's much less intense on your skin!

Gloss Duo - $28 - in two shade duos: Fab/Snappy and Luxe/Chic - that offer a bright berry or rose paired with a nude - use alone or mix together with their ultra-cushiony applicator.

These were a disappointment for me - love the colours, hate the formula - when it feels that sticky on the back of my hand I know I will hate it on my lips!

Find the collection now at Shoppers Drug Mart, Murale and Sephora.

- Lisamarie -

Lancôme Accord 3 Roses - for beautiful body hydration!

When I think of Lancôme I can't help but think of roses because of their logo - with their new Accord 3 Roses body range I can't help but smell them too!

Using 3 essential rose extracts for everyday skin hydration: Rose Centifolia to soothe, Rosa Galica to protect and Rosa Canina to reinforce all while offering a high performance of hydration and helping skin to regain a smooth texture and soft and silky feeling.

In two formulas:

Lait Corps Fraicheur Body Milk - 350ml - $46 - a silky milk that turns into a light transparent gel for an intense feeling for freshness, it offers instant and light hydration that penetrates quickly allowing for easy dressing directly after application and is perfect for all skin types.

Baume Corps Confort - 150ml - $36 - designed to intensely hydrate skin, this velvety textured body balm nourishes, soothes and protects skin for skin that appears more supple and soft like a rose petal and is instantly refreshing for dry skin.

Available now at all Lancôme counters and online at www.lancome.ca.

- Lisamarie -

L'Oréal TIFF Festival '12 Cosmetics Collection, events, news and contests!

L'Oréal wants you to be able to participate in TIFF this year, even if you don't live in Toronto! Starting with a nine-product, limited edition TIFF Festival '12 Cosmetics Collection available in stores now - curated as one of three beauty looks voted on by L'Oréal Paris' Facebook community in the spring to become the official TIFF collection - Simply Chic - a natural look with coral and pink shades on the eyes and lips - while the nails provide the drama with a pop of red!

Included in the Simply Chic collection is:

La Couleur Infallible Eye Shadow in Pepsy Coral - a dazzling coral shade.
Colour Riche Lip Colour in Peach Fuzz and Golden Splendor - beautiful coral and golden pink shades for a natural look.
Colour Riche Lip Liner in Beyond Pink.
Magic Smooth Souffle Blush in Angelic - a soft pink
Voluminous Smoldering Eyeliner in Black.
Voluminous Power 24H Mascara in Blackest Black.
Magic Skin Beautifier BB Cream.
Colour Riche Nail Colour in Red Tote - a bold red-brick shade.

The Simply Chic Collection are available for $10.99-$16.99 and will also be available onsite at the L'Oréal Paris Red Carpet Beauty Lounge during TIFF.

Be sure to visit the lounge from September 6-16 in David Pecaut Square in front of the Roy Thompson Hall red carpet - which features two stories of floor-to-ceiling windows and offers amazing views of the Festival action. Pick up your favourite products from the Simply Chic collection as well as other favourite hair, skincare and men's grooming products as well as tons of freebies including mini-samples of Elnett Satin Hairspray to the first 10,000 visitors. As well, when you purchase two or more products at the lounge, you will also receive a limited edition, woven black clutch as a special gift with purchase!

While at the lounge you will also want to check out the L'Oréal Paris Nail Bar where guest can enjoy a complimentary manicure on a first come, first serve basis and try out some of the hottest trends in nail colour for Fall 2012. A selection of 27 shades of Colour Riche nailcolour will be available to sample in hues ranging from bold reds to gorgeous neutrals.

Keep up with all of the TIFF news, events and contests via Twitter - @LOrealParisCAN, Facebook - www.facebook.com/lorealpariscanada and Youtube - youtube.com/lorealpariscanada

- Lisamarie -

New month, new foundation! How 'bout one from Stila Yves Saint Laurent or Benefit?!

Stila Stay All Day Foundation & Concealer - $57 - in 16 shades: Bare 1, Fair 2, Light 3, Beige 4, Hue 5, Tone 6, Buff 7, Honey 8, Medium 9, Caramel 10, Dark 11, Tan 12, Warm 13, Maple 14, Deep 15, Cocoa 16 - it's a high-definition foundation that provides a matte, flawless finish without feeling heavy on the skin. The oil-free, oxygenating formula contains an exclusive combination of botanical extracts that have been shown to enhance blood flow and circulation in the capillaries of the skin as well as help to slow the onset of premature aging and promote a healthy, hydrated and vibrant collection, while a unique silicone elastomer gives the product a natural, skin-like texture that glides on effortlessly, immediately minimizing imperfections with buildable, breathable coverage that will last all day!

What I think is clever is the creamy, full coverage concealer hidden inside the foundation's cap as well as a mini mirror for touch-ups on the go! The easy-to-blend concealer contains Vitamins A & C to provide antioxidant benefits as well as Vitamin E to help prevent premature aging and instantly hides blemishes, dark circles and age spots to create an impeccable canvas.

As an added bonus the kit comes with a professionally-inspired spatula and brush for expect application.

Available now at Shoppers Drug Mart Beauty Boutiques, Murale and Sephora.

Yves Saint Laurent Le Teint Touche Eclat - $60 -in 16 shades spread across 3 colour groups: Beige Rose - BR20, BR30, BR40, BR50, BR60; Beige - B10, B30, B40, B60, B70, B80, B90; and Beige Golden - BD10, BD40, BD50, BD60 this fluid, ultra-fine and silky textured foundation offers the magic light of Touche Eclat in a foundation - it instantly beautifies the skin with a transparency that fuses with the skin. With a high percentage of volatile oils and moisturizing agents to give the skin instant comfort with a caressing effect the sculpts and shapes the face like an invisible, custom-tailored garment. The powder that you find in traditional foundations result in a diffused reflection while Le Teint Touche Eclat has replaced the powder with a soft focus gel - to smooth away imperfections without ever masking the skin and ensuring skin colour purity, a natural look and sophisticated glow.

Available at Holt Renfrew, select The Bay, Murale and Sephora locations.

Benefit Hello Flawless Oxygen Wow Brightening Makeup - $42 - an oil-free foundation in 9 shades: I'm Sure For Sure - Ivory; I'm Plush & Precious - Petal; Cheers To Me - Champagne; I'm So Money - Honey; I'm All The Rage - Beige; Warm Me Up - Toasted Beige; I'm So Glamber - Amber; I'm Hopelessly Hot - Hazelnut; and Gotta Know Me - Nutmeg - that offer a buildable light to medium coverage with an oxygen wow hydrating complex that helps to boost cellular respiration for a "plumping up" effect as well as protect against environmental stresses. Contains Vitamin C & E to help prevent signs of aging - for flawless looking skin in a flash!

The texture of this foundation is divine, not too thick and not too runny which makes it easy to build even if you like different coverage options on different parts of your face!

- Lisamarie -

Beauty Spotlight - September 1, 2012

It is Giveaway Time on Pammy Blogs Beauty! Enter to win a "Try Me!" Pack from the new plant-based skincare line from Freeman Beauty: Eclos!

Pink Sith - manages to work five Eric Carmen songs into her review of the Armani Eyes To Kill Intense Eyeshadow # 27. That's gotta be some kind of record. Is it really possible to survive a whole month with only eight lip products to choose from?

Modesty Brown has put herself on a makeup diet in a bid to ‘use it up or make a dent’.

Glossy black lashes and peachy nude lips, Visionary beauty looks as some items from the Fresh makeup range.

Has Marcia from Beauty Info Zone turned into a Mallynista? Find out when you read about the Citychick Smokey Eyeshadow in Plum Chelsea.

Love what WEN Cleansing Conditioner does for your hair but can't afford the price? Cindy at Prime Beauty has an affordable alternative in her latest Splurge vs. Steal!.

Paula, from Older Girl Beauty shows us how to makes your cheeks sing like a gypsy songbird with these new BECCA blushes.

It's true, an old dog really can learn new tricks as Lisamarie from Beauty Crazed proves when she applies nail wraps for the very first time! Check out her China Glaze appliques and prepare to be impressed!

Come see why Perilously Pale considers the Dior Golden Savannah Eyeshadow Palette from the Fall 2012 Golden Jungle collection a must have this autumn!

polish insomniac is in love with this month's Glossybox, even if it's just because she gets to say a bad word!