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Chanel Rose Moire nail polish fall 2013 review

DSC_0766Photo: Chanel Rose Moire nail polish. One base coat, two coats of Chanel Rose Moire nail polish. Photo taken in overcast weather outside.

 Chanel Rose Moire nail polish is a late fall 2013, limited edition color release from Chanel. This beautiful nail polish is a sweet, shiny ballerina pink which is perfect for transitioning from fall into winter. Chanel Rose Moire nail polish is also a fabulous color to be worn as an alternative to classic “nude.”

Chanel Rose Moire nail polish for fall 2013 is a pretty pink which blends well with autumnal hues such as burgundy, dark green, navy, black and neutral shades. The classic pink hue does not compete with fall 2013’s prints, patterns or textures. Rose Moire by Chanel is understated and blends into the background; making it the perfect color for someone who is enjoys wearing a different color palette and/or print each and every autumn day.

As we move into winter 2014, Chanel Rose Moire nail polish will blend easily with winter’s cooler color palette. Candy colors, pastels and holiday reds are on the horizon for the winter 2014 season; as well as sparkling and metallic hues. Rose Moire by Chanel’s pastel pink nature makes the hue easy to wear with all of winter 2014’s colors; in fact, Rose Moire will also work with resort 2014! Love that!

Resort 2014 will feature a combination of soft pastels and bright colors including cobalt, orange and yellow. Rose Moire by Chanel will easily blend with all of these shades. Since Chanel Rose Moire is a classic nail polish color, it will be easy to wear as we move from 2013 into 2014. This is also a beautiful nail polish color to keep on hand as a classic hue for occasions and times when you may not feel like being trendy.

I tested Chanel Rose Moire with one base coat and two coats of color. The nail polish lasted six days before chipping. When it began to chip, it chipped quickly and needed to be repainted. The polish may have lasted longer with a top coat.

Chanel Rose Moire nail polish is limited edition and priced at $27. You can find Chanel Rose Moire nail polish online here.


BCBG Courage sunglasses

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Photos: Sunglasses c/o BCBG via Clearvision Optical/ Earrings: Swarovski / Lipstick: c/o Laura MercierMyth/ Necklace: old similar  here and here / Top: Gap / Sweater: Banana Republic / Skirt: Banana Republic / Handbag: YSl (old) similar here and here / Bracelet: Proenza Schouler for Target / Nail Polish: Chanel Rose Moire / Shoes: Rebecca Minkoff / Toe Nail Polish: Chanel Mysterious

One of my favorite things about October is that designers and brands release fabulous pink products which benefit breast cancer research. These beautiful sunglasses from BCBG encourage “Courage” and sales from the glasses directly benefit the search for a cure. Love that!

What are some of your favorite products, which you have found this month, that benefit breast cancer awareness and/or research?

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Meet Christian McCulloch for Dolce & Gabbana at Saks Fifth Avenue Union Square!

 

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Meet Christian McCulloch for Dolce & Gabbana! That’s right! Celebrity make-up artist Christian McCulloch will be at Saks Fifth Avenue for Dolce & Gabbana on November 2, 2013. He will be introducing Dolce & Gabbana’s fabulous new Passioneyes Duo Mascara (which I love!!!) and the Passsioneyes collection. To make an appointment, please see below. Hope you can make it!

Who:              Dolce & Gabbana National Makeup Artist, Christian McCulloch

Christian is known for his keen eye in designing chic and sophisticated beauty looks for top celebrities and major publications.  He has recently worked with: Scarlett Johansson, Kate Bosworth, Emma Stone, Michelle Williams, Katie Holmes, Christina Hendricks, Olivia Wilde and major publications such as: Vogue, Vanity Fair, and Marie Claire.

What:             Christian McCulloch and top Dolce & Gabbana make up artists will be on-hand to introduce the new Dolce & Gabbana Passioneyes Duo Mascara and Passioneyes Collection and to create custom makeup applications inspired by fall Dolce & Gabbana beauty trends.

Customers are invited to make an appointment with Christian and the team as he reveals his insider makeup tips and demonstrates the newest Dolce & Gabbana trends and application techniques.

When:            November 2, 2013; 10:00am – 6:30pm

Where:          Saks Fifth Avenue, 384 Post Street, San Francisco, CA 94108

For appointments please call: 415-438-5225

My favorite’s from Dolce & Gabbana: