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.
Gloss Interdit Ultra-Shiny Color Plumping Effect in 20 Tender Pearl (top) and 21 Elegant Pearl (bottom), each $25
Rouge Interdit Shine Lipstick in 24 Pearl Shine, $27
Parad’Eyes Fluid Eye Liner in Elegant Pearl (top, $27) and Mister Bright Touch of Light Pen in Moon Light (bottom, $32)
Rouge Interdit Shine Lipstick in 24 Pearl Shine
Gloss Interdit Ultra-Shiny Color Plumping Effect in 21 Elegant Pearl
Gloss Interdit Ultra-Shiny Color Plumping Effect in 20 Tender Pearl
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
CC says
November 9th, 2009 at 8:49 pmI don’t think those colors would do much for me, but wow, they sure are gorgeous to look at!
Karen says
November 10th, 2009 at 8:00 amHi CC,
I know, right? I could just stare at the lipglosses all day. 🙂
Citrine says
November 9th, 2009 at 8:57 pmWow, 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…
Karen says
November 10th, 2009 at 8:00 amHi Citrine,
That’s too bad. I liked the old packaging.
Sheila says
November 9th, 2009 at 9:09 pmThats 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.
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Karen says
November 10th, 2009 at 7:59 amHi Sheila,
I was surprised by how wearable it was on the lips. The texture feels really good, too — soft and non-gritty!
Sharon says
November 9th, 2009 at 9:31 pmThe 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.
Karen says
November 10th, 2009 at 7:59 amHi Sharon,
Hmm, maybe I’ll try the liner/jungle green combo today just for fun!
Happy Tuesday. 🙂
shontay says
November 9th, 2009 at 9:39 pmI 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.
Karen says
November 10th, 2009 at 7:58 amHi Shontay,
You gotta let me know if you end up getting anything. 🙂
Ashley says
November 9th, 2009 at 10:31 pmThe 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 🙁
Karen says
November 10th, 2009 at 7:58 amHi Ashley,
I haven’t really noticed a difference. Then again, most plumping lipglosses do nothing for me.
Kajal Couture says
November 9th, 2009 at 10:39 pmThe 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.
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Karen says
November 10th, 2009 at 7:57 amHi Kajal Couture,
I do have to say these products do make me feel special. The packaging and textures are always so luxe.
Catherine says
November 9th, 2009 at 11:11 pmOh 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… =-.
Karen says
November 10th, 2009 at 7:57 amHi Catherine,
Really? Why no to the sparkles during the day?
amy says
November 9th, 2009 at 11:29 pmThe 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 =-.
Karen says
November 10th, 2009 at 7:56 amHi Amy,
Yah! I like the very faint touch of color in these… so quiet (shh!).
Christy says
November 9th, 2009 at 11:47 pmElegant 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 =-.
Karen says
November 10th, 2009 at 7:56 amHi Christy,
Feel better soon. 🙂
BlovetBeauty says
November 9th, 2009 at 11:48 pmwow! 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. =-.
Karen says
November 10th, 2009 at 7:56 amHi BlovetBeauty,
Maybe use them as a reward to motivate yourself? Do you have any projects or goals that you want to finish or achieve?
Alexzandra says
November 10th, 2009 at 1:28 amThe lipstick looks gorgeous, but for the price I wish it had a little more pigment.
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Karen says
November 10th, 2009 at 7:55 amHi Alexzandra,
Yeah… I’m happy about the sparkle though. The items aren’t lacking in the bling department!
Jasmine says
November 10th, 2009 at 4:53 amOMG 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!
Karen says
November 10th, 2009 at 8:01 amHi Jasmine,
I hope you give ’em a go!
wait4sum1 says
November 10th, 2009 at 5:59 amThis collection kinda remind me of Platinum Collection from Bobbi Brown. .
Karen says
November 10th, 2009 at 7:55 amHi Wait4sum1,
It does have a similar BB Platinum vibe!
gio says
November 10th, 2009 at 6:22 amThe 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? =-.
Karen says
November 10th, 2009 at 7:54 amHi Gio,
Yeah, I figured they were designed that way. For the girls that love subtle, though, it might be something to consider!
Marina says
November 10th, 2009 at 8:56 amSomehow 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 =-.
Glosslizard says
November 10th, 2009 at 8:59 amI 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.
Lina says
November 10th, 2009 at 11:28 amThat 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.
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Rebecca says
November 10th, 2009 at 12:20 pmOoh, 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 =-.
J says
November 10th, 2009 at 8:59 pmI like the liner and the highlighter, but I wont be forking out for them =/