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For all those bombshell beauties who had their hearts broken when the Naked 2 palette (released 5 days ago) sold out in 12 hours.....do not fret!!
You're lids will go from nude to Naked in about a month's time!
I have been informed from a reliable source that we will be getting them in store in late January. Sephora US/Canada and Ulta will be stocking them at that time. Bombshell beauties in Europe will have to patiently wait for the release in february.
I cannot wait to see these babies stocked on our shelves and to see the look of satisfaction and delight on client's faces when they get them. There is a reason these Urban Decay palettes have such a cult following...they're amazing!
Just thought I'd share the news...Here's to a beauty-full Tuesday !!
It wasn't enough to just get the first NAKED palette, which was instantly sold out everywhere.... Today, Urban Decay unveils Naked 2 ($50), the follow-up to the iconic Naked palette.
Housed in a taupe tin case, these 12 neutral shadows can be used to create a natural look, a dramatic evening eye, or anything in between — it's that versatile. Every shade can be worn alone or in combination with each other...the possible looks are endless!
I love that it comes in a tin which is much sturdier, and easier to clean!
Foxy
Foxy is not a new color for Urban Decay, however it is no longer available. It is a creamy bisque shade with a matte finish that is a perfect base color!
Half Baked
Half Baked is the only repeated color in this palette as it was also featured in the original Naked palette. It's no suprise to see it back as so many people claimed it as their favorite shade! It's a bronze gold, with a shimmery finish.
Bootycall
I love the names that Urban Decay comes up with for their shades. This is a shimmery cork shade - it reminds me a bit of MAC Naked Lunch. This would be a fun shade to highlight the inner corner of the eyes. This is a brand new shade, exclusive to the Naked2.
Chopper
I was stoked to see this shade in the palette as Kim K's makeup artist cites this shadow as one he uses in a lot of her looks. A copper shimmer with a fine silver micro-glitter, this shadow definitely has the wow factor. Chopper has been featured by UD before, and is available individually, however, I can see this being the 'Sidecar' of the Naked 2 Palette.
Tease
A gorgeous creamy, dusty brown with a matte finish and slight purple undertones, this will be a great crease color. It is new and exclusive to this palette!
Snakebite
Remember 'Smog' from the original Naked palette? Well this is basically it's Naked 2 palette equivalent, they are very similar - both dark bronze shimmers with a metallic sheen. It's a 'never-seen-before' shade, but like I said, it's like smog's sister.
Suspect
I really like this color - it's the perfect taupe-y toned neutral. It has appeared in the UD 'Rollergirl' Palette before, but isn't available as a single eyeshadow.
Pistol
Pistol is a the perfect mix between a grey and a brown, and has a nice shimmer finish. It's pretty unique - plus, it's a new shade from Urban Decay! I think this would be a great all over the eye shade, paired with mega lashes for an evening look.
Verve
Verve is a pretty oyster pearl shade with a high shine finish. I think it would be fun as a whimsical base color and would be a perfect highlighter as well. It has been featured before in the 'Rollergirl' palette.
YDK
This is one of Urban Decay's best selling shades in individual pot form and I can see why - it's a very easy to wear cool bronze shimmer! Blends beautifully with any other shade and compliments every skin tone. Love this color and so excited to see it featured in Naked2.
Busted
Busted is a more shimmery version of MAC Sketch. It is a dark plumb-like brown that would be great for the crease, or run under the eye for a smokey look. This shade is new, and exclusive to the Naked 2 palette.
Blackout
Blackout is a matte black and has appeared in previous palettes. It has good pigmentation and isn't too powdery. I was excited to see a matte black and is one of my fav features of Naked2.
Original Naked Palette is on top & NAKED Palette 2 on the bottom~
At first glance you might think they look similar, but the original NAKED has more gold and yellow and peach-bronze hues, where the NAKED 2 has cooler more taupe colors with some mild golds, matte colors, and more muted bronze colors.
The "original" Naked: has a lot more shimmers, and more golden-gold-bronze hues.
The NAKED 2: I am so loving that they added a matte black, and more matte colors-Tease, Pistol, and Verve are beautiful!
There is only one color repeat (half baked), and instead of mini primer you get a mini lipgloss. The brush is double ended with one side for application and the other for blending.
I love that the Naked2 comes with the dual sided brush and the Naked Lipgloss, which is a beautiful nude rose- amazing, everyday wearable color that looks gorgeous on everyone!
I have loved Urban Decay for years and when the original Naked palette came out I was floored at how versatile it was, I am once again impressed, as Naked 2 is a must-have for any bombshell beauty.
This would make a great gift for any make-up junkie, or for someone new to make-up as it is so easy to create pretty, natural looks. This palette is also- oh- so perfect for anyone who travels a lot or will be traveling for the holidays-you just take this baby along and you've got a myriad of looks in one compact palette.
I think Urban Decay hit the nail on the head with this one and I can only hope they decide to make it a trilogy!! Here's to a beauty-full (and NAKED) Thursday!! Happy December my lovelies!
Trend Spotting: LED (light up) Eyelashes!! These are so sci-fi and something I would expect to see on Tron, Avatar, or the latest Lady Gaga video!
LED Eyelashes....Would You Wear These?
As someone who loves anything that lights up (I've been playing with fiber optic hair pieces for years) these excite me. I could definitely see myself indulging in these uber-cool, whimsical accessories. These would be great for Halloween or to add a little illumination to any "dress up"occasion!
Just think-you wouldn't need a flashlight to find your keys or a book light to read by at night.
These were created by artistSoomi Park... the LED Eyelash project is brought into the world from a simple question:
Why do women want larger and bigger eyes?
Sometimes, the desire for bigger eyes can become almost obsessive, and many women opt for plastic surgery in order to make their dream come true. Soomi calls this, the fetish of Big Eyes.
LED Eyelash is a clever product that features an inclination sensor with mercury to turn on and/or off. The sensor can perceive the movements of the pupil in the eyes and eyelids. If you wear it and move your head, LED Eyelash will flicker following your movements. It is as simple to use as wearing false eyelashes and as easy to remove as taking off a piece of jewelry. (I wonder if they would create a glare for people who wear contacts lol)
Here's a video showing them in action to the most adorable song.
Hope you're having a whimsical sunday and here's to finding new ways to illuminate your life!
No matter what side of the Black Friday stampede you stand on, you can take advantage of this weekends best deals online. I have done a bit of research and found some pretty worthwhile sales from top beauty brands to share with my fellow bombshell beauties. Click on the brand name to be taken to the link and I hope you save some $$ on your favs!
Urban Decay: $3 matte eyeshadows, and $20 off the Book of Shadows IV with coupon code: BLACKFRIDAY11
Cargo:30% off entire purchase with coupon code:BLACK
Pin-up Cosmetics:50% off entire purchase + free shipping with coupon code: CYBERMON
bareMinerals:They have a different deal posted each day until tuesday so check the site but I found this "last chance" item too... "All Wrapped Up Collection" -6 holiday eye shadows $19.50 ($66 value)
Benefit:2 free samples with every order + free shipping with coupon code:THANKS
Sephora.com:Free shipping on all orders over $25 with coupon code: SHIPNOW Select a playful makeup bag filled with 12 samples from your favorite brand when you purchase $25 or more with coupon code: FROMSEPHORA
Hope you're having a great thanksgiving weekend and heres to shopping in your pajamas!!!
Dali + Disney + Purity Ring= Beauty-full Thanksgiving Treat
My sister put me in the know about a free album download this past summer from Stereogum called
...featured on it is this amazing track that caught my attention right away.
"Lofticries" by Purity Ring has become without a doubt my favorite song of 2011 thus far!
Recently, while trying to find out more about them and looking for music videos I discovered this breathtaking animated short set to "Lofticries".
Upon doing further research I learned that this video was a short film called "Destino" created by Salvador Dali and Walt Disney! Their collaboration began in 1946 and more than half a century later the film was completed.
The Purity Ring Remix is so perfect with it, it almost seems as if they were created in unison. Get ready to be inspired because this video is like a rare unearthed treasure and an effervescent breath of fresh air that couldn't be more perfect on this rainy day..
This version ends before the original film does, which you can see here "Destino"
I hope you enjoyed seeing this as much as I have, and I can't believe I never knew that Dali and Disney teamed up on an incredible piece of animated art.
Happy Thanksgiving to everyone, be safe and remember...
