MAC Surf Baby Collection

I am super excited about the new MAC Surf Baby Collection coming out May 26th, 2011. MAC summer collections tend to be my favorite from them as the To the Beach collection from last summer has turned into my everyday staple make-up items. I was able to snag some promo pictures below.

Usually I am not as excited for eye shadows but these eye shadows look like they have almost an ombre effect. The Saffron (coral) one reminds me of Ripe Peach but in a eyeshadow form. Sun Blonde (yellow with gold pearl) seems to have that ombre effect as well. I will def. be picking up those two.

There is however only 1 lipstick that really seems like a must buy for me and it is the Naturally (eccentric Nude). I feel like the other colors being released are too similar to colors I already have.

From Left to Right: Naturally (eccentric Nude), Mocha, Hibiscus (Bright coral), & Bust Out! (soft violet)

I guess the most coveted piece this year is going to the be the MAC Surf Baby My Paradise Blush (coral orange with champagne gold flower). It is probably going to sell out in less then an hour because it is soo beautiful. I will def. be picking this one up as I really love coral blushes as I am sure many of you do as well!

The MAC Surf Baby Lip glosses are next up. They seem to be back to the normal size after the JUMBO Wonder Woman lip glosses. They are re-promoting Strange Potion in this collection so if you missed out on grabbing it in the Venomous Villains collection, now is your chance to grab one. I think Good Lovin’ (peach pink) looks the prettiest one to me. Thoughts?

From Left to Right: Girl on Board (sheer gold), Good Lovin’ (peach pink), Krazy Kahuna (medium brown), and Strange Potion (pink coral).

Next up are the MAC Surf Baby Crushed Metallic Pigment Stacks and MAC Surf Baby Nail Lacquer. Nothing really catches my eye here so I think I am going to pass on these.

The last item I have pictures for are the MAC Surf Baby Eye Liners. I think I am going to pass on these as well.

From Left to Right: Blue Noon (teal) and Gilded White (shimmering off-white)

They are also going to be releasing the following products in this collection however I don't have the pictures for them yet.

• MAC Surf Baby Bronzing Powder-Solar Riche
• MAC Surf Baby Studio Careblend Pressed Powder-Gold-Go-Lightly
• MAC Surf Baby Tan Tint-Billionaire Bronze (soft gold) and Guilty Bronze (copper bronze)

 They are also coming out with Blush Sticks and Sun tints. I saw a photo of the Blush Sticks and it looks very similar to the NARS Orgasm Multiple. I am also pretty excited to see what the Careblend Pressed Powders are, as powders from MAC are my sweet spot. 

Any thoughts on the collection? Are you excited? Do you think last year's summer collection was better or do you think this year's will be? Until next time...

XOXO
MissMakeUpFairy

MAC Wonder Woman NYC Preview Party & Swatches

This past Tuesday I had the pleasure of going to my first MAC Preview Party in NYC! There were HOT male model waiters passing out Wonder Woman red velvet cupcakes and for the over 21 set, there were some free cocktails! The purpose of this party is to be the first to view the new Wonder Woman collection and get your make-up done by the MAC artists and swatch and purchase the collection. Lucky for me, I have a great MAC artist who puts new collections aside for me so they don't sell out before I get a chance to purchase them. Hopefully I will be invited again and able to go to more of these parties in the future. Below are some pictures for you guys. I hope you enjoy them:)

Once inside you could see all the wonderful display decorations they had around the store.

I also have an awesome MAC artist who gave me a sneak peak into their stock closet which is amazing! Also, check out her Wonder Woman staff shirt. I totally want one!

How awesome is the shirt! Next, I was able to get some pictures of the products on display. It is a pretty small MAC store and very crowded so I did the best I could. Sorry if it is on an angle.

I was able to do a quick swatch of the Lip glosses (which are JUMBO size) and the Lipsticks below.

The first picture is with flash and the second one is with no flash. The colors from left to right are Athena's Kiss, Wonder Woman, Secret Identity, Emancipation, (Lip glosses) Marquise 'd, Heroine, Spitfire, Russian Red (missing) (Lipsticks)

When walking into the store they give you a poster and a sheet to check off all the products that you want to get. Below are the pictures. I don't collect MAC postcards but I think I am going to save these.

Next up is what I actually ended up getting. The boxes were actually really cool. I only got (1) Lip gloss, (1) MSF and (1) Blush.

As you can see I got Wonder Woman Lip gloss, Golden Larait MSF and Mighty Aphrodite duo blush.

Let's start with Wonder Woman Lip gloss. This is a beautiful red lip gloss. I have been on a red lip kick lately and thought this would make a great addition. It seems to have iridescent sparkles in it which I really like. It is also JUMBO size. I think this lip gloss will literally last me forever. Pics and swatch below.

Next, I got the Mighty Aphrodite blush. I really like how there are two different colors in the pan. I haven't seen MAC be that creative in a while. Again, these blushes are bigger then the standard MAC blushes.

I think these colors will be very pretty mixed together or used separately as well.

And last but not least, the biggest MSF I have EVER seen-Golden Lariat.

As you can see beautiful shades. From a highlighter to a bronzer. This picture doesn't even do this MSF justice. I think if there is one thing to get from this collection it would be this. Plus it will last forever as it is HUGE.

What are your current wants from this collection? Do you like the packaging or hate it? Would love to hear you comments. Until next time:)

XOXO

MissMakeUpFairy

MAC Wonder Woman Collection

MAC is launching a Wonder Woman cosmetics collection — and judging by this preview, it is going to reach the pinnacle of comic-nerd cool. The tough-as-nails Amazon has inspired a set of bold makeup colors for Diana Prince wannabes, along with Wonder Woman's signature red-and-blue packaging. Expect lip gloss, nail polish, shimmering pigments, and more from this collaboration. (The only thing missing? An invisible jet.) Wonder Woman is one of our favorite fictional feminist icons, so we're looking forward to lassoing these goodies when they hit stores in March. See the whole collection here. (Images and Text borrowed from Bella Sugar)

I am not thrilled with the packaging as it looks a little bit "preschool-ish" but I think there are some really cool LE products coming out. I am most excited for the Powder Blush duo, mainly in Mighty Aphrodite. I think both of the MSF's look really pretty. And for some reason, I am really loving the make up bags. None of the lipsticks or the lip glosses really do it for me this time. Neither are the eyeshadow quads. I am shocked because these are usually my favorites in any MAC LE collection. 

What are your thoughts on this collections? What are your must haves?

XOXO

Miss Makeup Fairy

Eyeko Cosmetics

Just wanted to wish everyone a very Happy Holiday and a wonderful New Years! I also just wanted to share some exciting news. I have become an Eyeko Ambassador! This means every time you log onto this awesome site and use my personal cosmetics code (listed below) you will ALWAYS get a free gift and sometimes free shipping. This is my holiday present to everyone!! They have amazing nail polishes and cosmetics. I will be posting a review soon!

 XOXO

Miss Makeup Fairy

Too Faced Pixie Perfect Holiday Set

Hi All! It has been too long since my last post. Sorry I have been such a slacker. During the holiday season things tend to get a little crazy. However, with the holidays, come special holiday make up sets! There are sooo many to choose from this year but I think I found the perfect one. The Too Faced Pixie Perfect Holiday Set is not only the perfect mix of items to carry around in your purse at all times but, I looove the design they released this year.

I love the colors and the pretty flowers, butterflies and fairies. It is so girly! I also really love the texture of the make up that Too Faced Cosmetics produces. Their eye shadows and blushes always seem to go on so smoothly. Once you open your bag there is travel sized lash injection mascara, a travel sized shadow insurance, a LE eyeshadow quad and blush/bronzer duo, and a glamour gloss.

 Look at how pretty the compacts are alone! Here is what it looks like opened.

The blush/bronzer duo is my favorite. It is Snow Bunny and Papa Don't Peach. I am huge bronzer fanatic and it is always nice when I don't have to bring an additional compact with me when I go out of the house. The eye shadows have all been released in the Natural and Naked Eyeshadow sets they put out before but, they have all been re-purposed here. I really like these neutrals colors...You have a good high-light, a little shimmer and a nice matte. They include Velvet Revolver, Enchanted Forest, Totally Toasted, and Peach Fuzz.

And here is a swatch of the eyeshadow quad.

I am a MAC NC 20 for reference. They just glide on so nicely.

And last but not least, is a close up of the lip gloss, mascara, and shadow insurance. I can't really do a swatch of those items but at least you can see what a beautiful color the lip gloss is.

The lip gloss reminds me of a NARS orgasm color but with a nicer smell.

What are your thoughts on this set? It was very affordable at only $42 and I purchased it with my Sephora VIB discount so I think I got a pretty good deal:) Any Christmas make up lemmings--I have a few more but I guess I will just have to wait and see what Santa brings me this week.

XOXO

MissMakeUpFairy