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Givenchy Holiday 2009: Pricey Precious Pearls

November 9th, 2009 by Karen 36 Comments

Givenchy holiday 2009 top

What shimmery pearls of makeup wisdom can we derive from the eight pieces in Givenchy’s new pearl-inspired limited edition Holiday 2009 collection?

How about “less is more”?

These pearlescent shades of gray, pink and beige bring subtle back in a precious gemstone kinda way (read: expensive). I swatched five of the items today, and subtle was definitely *in the house*, particularly when it came to the lip colors.

Givenchy holiday 2009 gloss interdit
Gloss Interdit Ultra-Shiny Color Plumping Effect in 20 Tender Pearl (top) and 21 Elegant Pearl (bottom), each $25

givenchy holiday 2009 gloss interdit pearl shine
Rouge Interdit Shine Lipstick in 24 Pearl Shine, $27

givenchy holiday 2009 rouge interdit shine pearl shine packagaing

givenchy holiday 2009 parad eyes liner mister bright
Parad’Eyes Fluid Eye Liner in Elegant Pearl (top, $27) and Mister Bright Touch of Light Pen in Moon Light (bottom, $32)

givenchy holiday 2009 swatches gloss interdit pearl shine
Rouge Interdit Shine Lipstick in 24 Pearl Shine

givenchy holiday 2009 swatches gloss interdit gray
Gloss Interdit Ultra-Shiny Color Plumping Effect in 21 Elegant Pearl

givenchy holiday 2009 swatches gloss interdit pink
Gloss Interdit Ultra-Shiny Color Plumping Effect in 20 Tender Pearl

givenchy holiday 2009 swatches
From left to right: Mister Bright Touch of Light Pen in Moon Light, Parad’Eyes Fluid Eye Liner in Elegant Pearl, Gloss Interdit Ultra-Shiny Color Plumping Effect in 21 Elegant Pearl, Gloss Interdit Ultra-Shiny Color Plumping Effect in 20 Tender Pearl and Rouge Interdit Shine Lipstick in 24 Pearl Shine

I think the release lives up to Givenchy’s standards as far as packaging and texture are concerned, and I really like the liner and Mister Bright highlighter. Overall, I think cooler-toned girls who like super-subtle colors may get the most out of the collection, and I’ll need more time to experiment with the lip products. Like real pearls, these shades may work better as accessories, and I get the feeling they’d POP louder layered on top of brighter shades.

What say you? Big yay or no way?

Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict,

Karen

Givenchy Holiday 2009: Pricey Precious Pearls / Originally published November 9th, 2009

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  1. CC says

    November 9th, 2009 at 8:49 pm

    I don’t think those colors would do much for me, but wow, they sure are gorgeous to look at!

    Reply
    • Karen says

      November 10th, 2009 at 8:00 am

      Hi CC,

      I know, right? I could just stare at the lipglosses all day. 🙂

      Reply
  2. Citrine says

    November 9th, 2009 at 8:57 pm

    Wow, I love that silver liner and glittery lipstick tube(or is it just the lightin?)Anna Sui used to have glitter embedded in the black rose lipstick tube but now they replaced the old Victorian style packaging with more “realistic” rose pattern…

    Reply
    • Karen says

      November 10th, 2009 at 8:00 am

      Hi Citrine,

      That’s too bad. I liked the old packaging.

      Reply
  3. Sheila says

    November 9th, 2009 at 9:09 pm

    Thats really pretty, but on the lips it seems it can be a little more pigmented. The Elegant Pearl doesn’t look so wearable in the tube, but on the lips its gorgeous.
    .-= Sheila’s last blog post… Officially a VIB! =-.

    Reply
    • Karen says

      November 10th, 2009 at 7:59 am

      Hi Sheila,

      I was surprised by how wearable it was on the lips. The texture feels really good, too — soft and non-gritty!

      Reply
  4. Sharon says

    November 9th, 2009 at 9:31 pm

    The eyeliner looks gorgeous. I imagine it can really make eyes pop especially when used with a bright eyeshadow:-) maybe a jungle green color. The mister bright looks gorgeous. Too bad i doubt they’d work on a ddd like me.

    Reply
    • Karen says

      November 10th, 2009 at 7:59 am

      Hi Sharon,

      Hmm, maybe I’ll try the liner/jungle green combo today just for fun!

      Happy Tuesday. 🙂

      Reply
  5. shontay says

    November 9th, 2009 at 9:39 pm

    I really want to get my hands on this stuff. I don’t own any Givenchy products, but I’ve been playing with it in Sephora lately, and I really want to buy some stuff. I love the shimmer in everything. I want the silver gloss to layer on top of some lipstick. This stuff is right up my alley.

    Reply
    • Karen says

      November 10th, 2009 at 7:58 am

      Hi Shontay,

      You gotta let me know if you end up getting anything. 🙂

      Reply
  6. Ashley says

    November 9th, 2009 at 10:31 pm

    The Mister Bright Touch of Light Pen looks amazing aswell as the eyeliner. I think for the price they could be a little more pigmented though. They all have the right amount of shimmer but I’m wondering.. Does the Gloss Interdit Ultra-Shiny Color Plumping Effect, actually plump up your lips? I don’t see a difference 🙁

    Reply
    • Karen says

      November 10th, 2009 at 7:58 am

      Hi Ashley,

      I haven’t really noticed a difference. Then again, most plumping lipglosses do nothing for me.

      Reply
  7. Kajal Couture says

    November 9th, 2009 at 10:39 pm

    The Mr. Pearl looks interesting, as does the liner, but I don’t know if I can justify the prices for products that are not Amazing. With this brand, I think using the products makes one feel luxurious, even if the product itself is not extraordinary.
    .-= Kajal Couture’s last blog post… Urban Decay Friends and Family is Back!! =-.

    Reply
    • Karen says

      November 10th, 2009 at 7:57 am

      Hi Kajal Couture,

      I do have to say these products do make me feel special. The packaging and textures are always so luxe.

      Reply
  8. Catherine says

    November 9th, 2009 at 11:11 pm

    Oh man, the packaging looks gorgeous, but the lipstick and glosses are just too expensive for the color payoff, especially as I don’t like wearing sparkly lips during the daytime.
    .-= Catherine’s last blog post… Regular Blogging Interuppted… =-.

    Reply
    • Karen says

      November 10th, 2009 at 7:57 am

      Hi Catherine,

      Really? Why no to the sparkles during the day?

      Reply
  9. amy says

    November 9th, 2009 at 11:29 pm

    The Elegant Pearl gloss is definitely *blingtasic*! with the silver sparkles. I can imagine it will look very lovely as an over gloss. Pearl shine is nice too.
    .-= amy’s last blog post… Enter the World of Daisy: Marc Jacobs Daisy Luminous Body Lotion Review =-.

    Reply
    • Karen says

      November 10th, 2009 at 7:56 am

      Hi Amy,

      Yah! I like the very faint touch of color in these… so quiet (shh!).

      Reply
  10. Christy says

    November 9th, 2009 at 11:47 pm

    Elegant is pretty….*drool* I agree, they look like pieces that would be worth layering over brights. I’m going to go play at Givenchy once this bug goes away.
    .-= Christy’s last blog post… FOTD: Victoria’s Secret Beauty Rush Flower Girl, Violet Femme & Plum Crazy =-.

    Reply
    • Karen says

      November 10th, 2009 at 7:56 am

      Hi Christy,

      Feel better soon. 🙂

      Reply
  11. BlovetBeauty says

    November 9th, 2009 at 11:48 pm

    wow! these are mad gorgeous lippies.. esp pearl shine.. wat a sinful treat if I get these!!
    .-= BlovetBeauty’s last blog post… Honey Love + Pink Nouveau + Jap. Mag. =-.

    Reply
    • Karen says

      November 10th, 2009 at 7:56 am

      Hi BlovetBeauty,

      Maybe use them as a reward to motivate yourself? Do you have any projects or goals that you want to finish or achieve?

      Reply
  12. Alexzandra says

    November 10th, 2009 at 1:28 am

    The lipstick looks gorgeous, but for the price I wish it had a little more pigment.
    .-= Alexzandra’s last blog post… Weekend Wishlist: Flu Season =-.

    Reply
    • Karen says

      November 10th, 2009 at 7:55 am

      Hi Alexzandra,

      Yeah… I’m happy about the sparkle though. The items aren’t lacking in the bling department!

      Reply
  13. Jasmine says

    November 10th, 2009 at 4:53 am

    OMG Tender Pearl and Pearl Shine are totes my colour! You know after you’ve applied lip balm for some time and your lips are a hushed shade of pink? Lovesit!

    Reply
    • Karen says

      November 10th, 2009 at 8:01 am

      Hi Jasmine,

      I hope you give ’em a go!

      Reply
  14. wait4sum1 says

    November 10th, 2009 at 5:59 am

    This collection kinda remind me of Platinum Collection from Bobbi Brown. .

    Reply
    • Karen says

      November 10th, 2009 at 7:55 am

      Hi Wait4sum1,

      It does have a similar BB Platinum vibe!

      Reply
  15. gio says

    November 10th, 2009 at 6:22 am

    The liner looks gorgeous but I’m not digging the lip products. They are too subtle esp considering the price.
    .-= gio’s last blog post… QOTW: What’s your favourite palette? =-.

    Reply
    • Karen says

      November 10th, 2009 at 7:54 am

      Hi Gio,

      Yeah, I figured they were designed that way. For the girls that love subtle, though, it might be something to consider!

      Reply
  16. Marina says

    November 10th, 2009 at 8:56 am

    Somehow I am not a big fan of Givenchy. I just have a lot of other brands. If someone is looking for such a pink shade like Elegant Pearl gloss I’d recommend Chanel Mica.
    .-= Marina’s last blog post… L’Absolu Creme de Brilliance by Lancome Spring 2010 =-.

    Reply
  17. Glosslizard says

    November 10th, 2009 at 8:59 am

    I love the look of the Elegant Pearl gloss, but I get so frustrated with products that are so sheer that you can’t even really tell you’re wearing them! Grrrr.

    Reply
  18. Lina says

    November 10th, 2009 at 11:28 am

    That pink gloss looks pretty! I don’t know why I can’t ever get into Givenchy though. I think it’s their packaging. Perhaps I will try it out now though.
    .-= Lina’s last blog post… The Beauty Look Book November Giveaway! Comment To Win . . . =-.

    Reply
  19. Rebecca says

    November 10th, 2009 at 12:20 pm

    Ooh, everything’s so sparkly! I wish the shine lipstick had a bit more color; it looks so pretty in the tube!
    .-= Rebecca’s last blog post… Korres Face Primer Review =-.

    Reply
  20. J says

    November 10th, 2009 at 8:59 pm

    I like the liner and the highlighter, but I wont be forking out for them =/

    Reply

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