Here's something new I decided to do, a favourites post. While compiling products for this post, I realised that 2014 has been more of a skincare year for me. Not that I mind especially since I found a bunch of products that has done wonders for my skin. There have also been colours that I have fallen for, some good tools and fragrances that I have been reaching for more than others. I have reviewed most of the products listed here but there are some that I seem to have missed.

 

Guerlain comes up with the most beautiful Christmas collections every year and this year is no exception. I mean have you seen the Météorites Perles d’Étoile, Limited Edition from the Guerlain Un Soir À L’Opéra (A Night At The Opera) Christmas 2014 Collection? This must be the most exciting meteorites yet. The bronze-red hues are just a stand out for me. Natalia Vodianova is the picture of  glamorous opulence as the face for this collection.

If the name doesn't give it away to non-native French speakers, then the packaging and bottle would have. Abeille Royale, literal translation being "Royal Bee" which would mean the main component of Guerlain Abeille Royale range is honey and royal jelly derived from honey bees. Royal jelly is considered a super supplement that can boost the immune system, fight ageing and lower cholesterol. This particular range which was introduced in 2010, targets wrinkles and skin firming.

In case you're wondering why there's a '2' in the title of the post, well '1' is all about the latest fragrances, Valentino Valentina, Issey Miyake Pleats Please and Taylor Swift Wonderstruck. '1' would also explain what the whole post is about. *grins* Read '1' here.

Anna Sui 2012 Autumn I Collection Rebel Girl is an open book of possiblities for The Rebel Girl who is confident, bold, who has a mind of her own and who has to have her way. All focus is on the eyes. Hence the introduction of a new eyeshadow range with 41 shades including eight shades of Anna Sui's favourite colour- purple. Each eyeshadow is imprinted with a rose motif and comes in three textures. A 21 shade Powder Base for rich vivid colour, a 14 shade Moist Powder Base with soft pearl shades and a 6 shade Cream Base for a cream sheen finish.

 

The latest packaging comes in a refillable format making it easy for you to choose your favourite colours and bring it along with you. You don't have to buy just the three shades that fit into the packaging, buy a few more and swap out the colours according to the look you're going for. The packaging is a signature Anna Sui black case which comes with a mirror and a mini brush with double applicator ends for quick and easy touch ups. The eyeshadow pallete retails at RM35 whereas each eyeshadow retails at RM40.

The collection also includes a 5 shade Pencil Eye Liner in Deep Black, Pearly White, Midnight Blue, Chocolate Brown and Olive Green. It made from soft wax with a fade resistant formula, embedded with pearls and rich pigments which gives a rich colour. Complete the look with two limited edition lip colours, Anna Sui Lip Rouge D and V. It's a complete collection which provides everything necessary for rebel girls who want to create their own unique Anna Sui look.

 

Guerlain introduced its skincare Orchidée Impériale range at the session. You probably remember me mentioning it in a previous Guerlain post here.  It is made of all natural ingredients the main component being the Imperial Orchid Molecular Extract from the Vanda Coreulea species which has been reintroduced, cultivated and protected by Guerlain Research. The Guerlain Orchidarium consists of 3 centres - the Experimental Garden in Switzerland, the Basic Research Laboratory in France and the Exploratory Nature Reserve in China.  Making it the ultimate combination of three carefully selected orchid species which offers youthful longevity.

The Orchidée Impériale skincare range combats all signs of ageing. The skin recovers its strength and density, facial contours appear redefined. Wrinkles are smoothed, the skin's texture is refined. The complexion is velvety-soft, perfectly even toned and radiant. I experienced it by way of a hand massage which was so relaxing. Need to do those a bit more.

 

So those are the latest from Luxasia, I'm liking the shades of purple eyeshadows from Anna Sui. They look super pretty. I'm sure you Anna Sui fans are looking forward to the Autumn Collection, so be sure to check out the colours!

 

One thing left, the food. Photos and my thoughts in my next post. :)

 

I'm pretty sure a lot of you guys have seen the Guerlain Terra Azzurra by Emilio Pucci Summer Collection. How can you not, it has Pucci's signature prints all over it. I couldn't take my eyes of it when I first saw it. Unlike you meteorite fans out there, I was instantly taken by the bronzing powder-blush combination. Gorgeous I tell you!

Recently I attended a Bloggers Get Together introducing the Terra Azzurra Collection with Guerlain's International Makeup Artist Maxime Poulin. I learnt a bit more about this 200 year old luxury brand and I've also become a lot more attracted to it. Then again it could just be that sun-kissed powder that's reeling me in. *evil smile*

This is the second time the two prestigious Houses have unite. Terra Azzurra draws inspiration from Italy in the summertime and embraces it with beautiful sunny shades and vibrant bursts of colour. The motif is inspired by Pucci's iconic print, "Winter Capri", a blue flower interlaced with swirls and flames. Maxime Poulin did a short demo on how to achieve Guerlain's summer look, terracota powder, blue lipgloss and all.

Maxime started with prepping the model's skin with Guerlain's Orchidée Imperialé skincare range. It is made of all natural ingredients the main component being the Imperial Orchid Molecular Extract. It is the ultimate combination of three carefully selected orchid species which offers youthful longevity. Youth in a jar sounds promising.

 

Before the colours, he applied the Meteorites Perles Light Diffusing Perfecting Primer. The pearls in the bottle concept is so attractive! It's a shimmer primer but I was told that after the foundation goes on, you can't really see shimmers. After some foundation and powder, it was on to the Terra Azzurra Collection. Since the lighting at the venue was a tad dark, I shall not attempt to show you the step-by-step photos as it's not very clear. Check out how the model looked like after makeover at the end of this write up. Not only was I loving the bronzer-blush but the eye palette is a looker too.

Let's get to know the Terra Azzurra used on the model a little better shall we. I'm completely smittened with the Bronzing Powder & Blush. This gem of the collection is a combination of a bronzer and a blusher. It has four colours, the bronzer, a peach blush, a pink blush and a light pink blush. The colours aren't exactly in the light category which makes me convinced it will look fab on my medium tone skin. Housed in a round ebony-coloured varnished wood which you can slip into a Pucci print pouch, this is a lust-have from this collection!! (Retails at RM294)

The Meteorites Perles D' Azur, a cult favourite, this time comes in a slightly warmer shade. It combines six colours that even out and correct every skin tone. I personally feel the round case which hold the summer pearls is the most chic out of all the meteorites. It adorned in Pucci print. To compliment it, there's the midnight blue Kabuki-style powder brush which comes with its own Pucci print pouch. (Meteorites retails at RM189)

Summer gloss comes in three shades, the names of which are taken from three iconic Pucci silk scarves - Porto Fino a shiny coral pink, Porto Ercole a sensual brown and Porto Azzurro an unruly indigo blue which is transparent on the lips but vibrant in the bottle. Such a curious shade. (Retails at RM124 each)

For a pop of summer colour on your nails, pop polishes comes in two shades, Paradiso a cheery luminous coral pink which looks ah-mazing on my two fingers that I swatched it on and Riviera a powerful electric indigo blur with a subtle metallic finish, described as Rock 'n' roll on golden toes. Catchy description!

To get that smouldering gaze on the model in the photo, you need The Sunset Monochrome, a blazing palette with warm tones. The combination is endless and you can easily bring it from day to night. The coral and midnight blue shades are a sexy combination! To open up the eyes, Mascara le 2 De Guerlain by Emilio Pucci embraces summer with an elegant blue shade that opens up the eyes and offers bold lashes. Khol Kajal also comes in an indigo blue and the colour is beautiful. The brown lid is decorated with ribbons in blue and coral. (The Sunset Monochrome retails at RM193, Mascara Le 2 Guerlain RM124, Khol Kajal RM121)

The Model

 

There you have it, Guerlain's Terra Azzurra Summer Collection. This is a limited edition collection. So if you fancy any of the products, like the bronzer-blush *ahhemm* get it before it runs out!

*Next: The Peep Toes - Ombre Style! ;)