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New at NM: Bobbi Brown Desert Twilight Collection

Posted 07.18.12 by Lindsay Rogers
Bobbi Brown Desert Twilight Collection

Bobbi Brown Desert Twilight Collection

There is something about the light in the Desert Southwest that is just a little more vibrant than anywhere else. Blues look bluer, pinks look pinker and everything is bolder. Bobbi Brown’s latest collection Desert Twilight transports us to an evening in the desert for Fall.

The gem of the collection is the eyeshadow palette that reminds me of a rose-colored sunset. The shades are neutral, but with a pink/blush undertone that looks especially great on hazel eyes. Her powders, as usual, are finely milled and a dream to blend. And I appreciate the inclusion of beautiful matte taupes, along with a chocolate that, when wet, makes a great eyeliner. The sleek metal packaging is worthy of the most fabulous of purses.

Desert Twilight eye palette

Desert Twilight eye palette

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New at NM: Indian Summer Nail Lacquer

Posted 07.09.12 by Lindsay Rogers
Orange nails at Nanette Lepore, Spring/Summer 2012.

Orange nails on the Spring/Summer runway at Nanette Lepore.

I’m shouting it from the (social media) rooftops. Orange is THE color for nails right now. And leave it to Neiman Marcus fashion director Ken Downing to come up with two shades that perfectly embody the trend. In a partnership with Le Métier de Beauté, Ken created the Indian Summer collection. We might be in the thick of summer right now, but those nostalgic last days of the season aren’t far away.

You may recall that for Resort, Ken created an intense orange called Not So Safe Orange. These new shades represent a gradual mellowing of that intensity.

Le Metier de Beaute Summer Hues Nail Lacquer

Le Metier de Beaute Nail Lacquer in Wild Ginger and Penny Lane.

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The Glosses of Summer

Posted 06.28.12 by Lindsay Rogers
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Glosses by Clinique, Estee Lauder, Bobbi Brown and Edward Bess

In summertime you want to hydrate your lips and rock a bold color simultaneously. These new lip colors all feature the simplicity of balms and glosses, with the pigment of a lipstick. Skip lip liners and even a mirror. Just swipe on a color and go. Clinique’s Chubby Stick Moisturizing Lip Colour Balms contain mango and shea butters, and have the sheen of a gloss, in my opinion. Clinique just added 8 colors to the popular range. Bobbi Brown’s new Sheer Lip Gloss looks ultra-vibrant in the tube, but go on with a sheer wash of color—Citrus, Cosmic Pink or Ultra Violet. They are a perfect way to incorporate the neon/bright trend. Edward Bess Deep Shine Lip Gloss features an exclusive treatment to ensure fullness. Estee Lauder Pure Color High Gloss has surprising staying power and the shiniest finish. Mwah!

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The Blues of Summer

Posted 06.18.12 by Lindsay Rogers
Blues from Laura Mercier, Armani and YSL

Blues from Laura Mercier, Armani and YSL

Summer makeup calls for a simple routine incorporating bold color. A dash of blue on the eyes, hydrating gloss on the lips and a golden bronze comprise an ideal summer look. So don’t be afraid of an unexpected color on your eyes. Blue can look more playful and lighter than jet black. And the shade conjures thoughts of a day on the beach. Laura Mercier Belle Nouveau Long Lash Mascara in Bleu adds a subtle blue accent to lashes. Yves Saint Laurent Waterproof Eye pencil in Ultramarine can accent both brown and hazel eyes beautifully. And it is waterproof, making it ideal for a summer day. Armani Beauty Limited-Edition Eye Palette in Ecailles Black Pearl offers a whole oceanic range with lighter hues like Sea Froth and Blue Lagoon plus bold blues Deep Blue Sea and Dark Seaweed.

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The Bronzers of Summer

Posted 06.12.12 by Lindsay Rogers
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Bronzers from Armani, YSL and Guerlain

Substitute a bronzer for the sun’s harmful rays and safely get the sun-kissed glow you want. Use them on face, shoulders, neck, and décolleté to enhance your natural color for the season. Yves Saint Laurent’s summer makeup collection features a Terre Saharienne bronzer with Sun Radiance pigments and SPF 12. The Armani Beauty Limited-Edition Bronze Color Face Palette has a highlighter that’s perfect for contouring. And you can never go wrong with Guerlain, which continues to create beautiful bronzers. The limited edition Terra Soleia Bronzer is embossed with a radiant sun; the universal shade is mixed with iridescent golden particles.

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Bold Lip vs. Nude Lip

Posted 06.06.12 by Lindsay Rogers
Jason Wu, Spring 2012

Bold lip: Jason Wu, Spring 2012

Summer is all about a sun-kissed glow and fresh face. Both a bold and nude lip can work for this effect. Emphasize coral, pink or red lips with a simple bronzy/radianct face. Or play up your eyes and show off a neutral, healthy pout.

For a Bold Lip:

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Bold

Yves Saint Laurent Beaute Glossy Stain in Rouge Gouache – This revolutionary product delivers on its promise to have the staying power of a stain, but the look and feel of a gloss. The oversized doe-foot applicator gets it right every time. Rouge Gouache is a very bold, opaque raspberry pink.

Tom Ford Beauty Ultra Shine Lip Gloss in Lost Cherry – It might say it is a gloss, but these lip colors from Tom Ford are very highly pigmented. The high shine formula has great staying power and smells delicious. Lost Cherry is a true, balanced red. (And a naughty little joke.)

Jean Paul Gaultier, Spring 2012

Bold lip: Jean Paul Gaultier, Spring 2012

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Beauty Review: Bobbi Brown Long-Wear Cream Shadow

Posted 06.05.12 by Lindsay Rogers
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Bobbi Brown Long-Wear Cream Shadow

Summer makeup routine calls for a quick application with products that have serious staying power. We are more likely to have longer days, spending an evening on a restaurant patio or grilling by the pool as the sun sets. No one wants to worry about re-primping when the weather is warm and celebration is in full swing.

Bobbi Brown’s reign in long-wear eye color began with the award-winning Long-Wear Gel Eyeliner. This little pot will always have a place on my vanity. It is transfer-resistant but requires a brush to apply.

To follow up on the success of gel eyeliner, Bobbi Brown developed Long-Wear Cream Shadow, a range of award winning eye shadows that achieve perfect wearability. While it is creamy in texture, the formula contains polymers that adhere the color to the eyelids. There is no creasing or smearing and the shades stick through the longest days. She added five new shades recently that offer an on-trend metallic and pastel look. I’d suggest investing in the Bobbi Brown Cream Shadow Brush – it picks up and applies the pigment effortlessly.

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Beauty News: Pastel Eyes

Posted 05.21.12 by Lindsay Rogers

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For a change of pace this summer, embrace the pastel eye shadows that are popping up everywhere. Don’t worry; this isn’t a return of the Eighties. Think of it as a way to summerize the smokey eye. Play with the palettes to create soft, sophisticated gradations. If you haven’t worn it in a while, a little color will make a big difference.

Dior Beauty Five-Color Eye Shadow, Croisette Summer

Looking like a splash in the swimming pool, this palette is actually inspired by the sophisticated pleating technique used on the fabric of Dior dresses. These Mediterranean colors aren’t meant to be opaque, but just for a wash on the lids and perhaps just a bit below the lash line.

Dior Beauty Summer Croisette Collection

Dior Beauty Summer Croisette Collection

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Beauty Review: Tom Ford Brow Sculptor

Posted 05.14.12 by Lindsay Rogers

Tom Ford Brow Sculptor

Tom Ford Brow Sculptor

Put those tweezers down. Bold brows are not only on trend this Spring; they naturally define and enhance the structure of the face. The full brow can make even a clean face more polished. The adored designer, Tom Ford, has said that brows are the only part of the face you can dramatically change without surgery. And he has created what I think is the best tool for grooming and filling in the hairs: Tom Ford Brow Sculptor.

First, use the spooly (grooming brush) on one end to direct and straighten the hairs. On the other end, the flat “calligraphy” tip of the crayon allows for precise but thick strokes. It is like nothing I have ever seen before. Fill in with your matching color, applying the color on top of your brow hairs. Brush through the hairs again to blend. To keep the chiseled shape sharp, you just twist the cap counterclockwise to reveal the sharpener.

Tom Ford Beauty

Tom Ford Beauty

The Sculptor ($42) is available in four shades (darkest to lightest): Espresso, Chestnut, Taupe, Blonde.

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Pop Goes The Nail Polish

Posted 05.01.12 by Lindsay Rogers

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Summer is just around the corner and it is time to update those digits. Bold colors are the trend and there are loads of options to suit everyone’s fancy. These fresh and vibrant nails will look fun on the beach and show off everyone’s summer glow.

Dior Nail Vernis Pink Kimono really shocks with its vibrancy. Pearly particles enhance light reflection. This shade is even more enjoyable with Dior’s new chip-resistant formula.

Le Metier de Beaute launched their candy-colored shades earlier this spring with the resort collection. Three saturated nail lacquer shades make you want to get to a beach, stat! The limited-edition colors are ShocKEN Pink, Yield to Yellow and Not So Safe Orange.

For a softer version of these vibrant shades, turn to Chanel’s Spring Collection. “June” is a striking tangerine peach. (See a sales associate.)

Keep your eyes peeled for the new NARS Thakoon collaboration in May. These vibrant polish shades were inspired by the colors found in Indian spice markets.

  • Anardana – Azalea pink
  • Ratin Jot – Orchid purple
  • Amchoor – Bright yellow
  • Kutki – Powder blue
  • Koliary – Cyan blue

 

Laura Mercier Nail Lacquer in Sizzle is the perfect interpretation of a classic red, reinvented for a bold summer look. (Coming soon.)

First Deborah Lippmann made glitter sophisticated. Now she is taking neon to a grown-up level. Her Run The World Nail Lacquer Set features fun yet wearable neon shades that feel fresh with a understated matte finish.

Bright colors aren’t your thing? Try Tom Ford Beauty Nail Lacquer in Gold Haze for an opaque, metallic finish. Your fingers have never felt so glam.

Shop cosmetics and fragrance during the Scent Event at NeimanMarcus.com and NM stores to receive gifts and samples, through Sunday, May 6.

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