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For their Holiday 2015 Collection NARS has collaborated with iconic fashion photographer Steven Klein to create a collection where “exquisite fantasy played to extremes” is featured.
“Steven is an iconic fashion photographer. His work defies the rules of photography—it’s arresting and provocative. It pushes boundaries and elicits a reaction. I like that. He perfectly embodies the spirit of NARS.” —François Nars Founder & Creative Director
This entire collection includes the core color collection (some of which is shown in this post) along with a Holiday Gifting Collection, of which I want all the things.
Killer Shine Lipstick ($29.00 // NARS Cosmetics). Three new and limited edition shades are released in No Shame (red plum), Besame Mucho (deep rose-beige) and Redemption (metallic pink champagne).
This new formula is incredibly creamy and I found the two shades I tested, No Shame & Besame Mucho, to have wonderful color, pigment and shine. Both were comfortable to wear and lasted around 4 hours on me.
Killer Shine Lip Gloss ($28.00 // NARS Cosmetics). Three new and limited edition shades are released in Provoke (deep iris-purple), Fast Life (iridescent dusty rose) and Special Force (wild strawberry).
This new formula has a vinyl finish and a lacquer effect. I found the color I tested, Special Force, to be a beautiful, vivid and pigmented color. Special force wore comfortably alone and over other lip colors for around 4 hours. I didn’t find it to be sticky, but it was definitely shiny!
Single Eyeshadow ($25.00 // NARS Cosmetics). Three new and limited edition shades are released in Mortal (iridescent pearl white), Stud (soft pewter bronze) and Never Too Late (olive green with gold shimmer).
Never Too Late
Stud
I tried out two of the shades in Never Too Late and Stud. I found both to be wonderfully soft and easy to apply – wearing all day long over primer. The color was intense and the sheen festive – I really love how Never Too Late looks when layered with Stud (shown below). Definitely one of my favorite holiday eye looks!
In the look below: (FACE) YSL Touche Eclat Blur Primer, Make Up For Ever Ultra HD Invisible Cover Foundation in Y245, Make Up For Ever Ultra HD Invisible Cover Stick Foundation in Y245, NARS Lovejoy Blush, Becca Champagne Pop Shimmering Skin Perfector, NARS Casino Bronzer, NARS Light Reflecting Loose Setting Powder. (EYES) UDPP, NARS Stud Single Eyeshadow (all over the lid and through the crease), NARS Never Too Late Single Eyeshadow (smudged at the upper and lower lash lines) NARS All About Eve Duo Eyeshadow (the left side was used to highlight), Clinique Olive-tini Skinny Stick, NARS Audacious Mascara, Clinique Bottom Lash Mascara, Hourglass Arch Brow Sculpting Pencil in Warm Blonde. (LIPS) NARS Besame Mucho Lipstick with Special Force Killer Shine Lipstick.
Nail Polish ($20.00 // NARS Cosmetics). Three new and limited edition shades are released in Black Fire (shimmering slate blue), Hard to Get (metallic bronze gunmetal) and Night Creature (metallic iris-purple).
It seriously doesn’t get much better than Black Fire. This slate blue shade has glitters saturated throughout it, making it so you can’t not look at your nails in the light. I used two coats for full opacity.
(photo taken indoors under daylight lamps, no flash)
(photo taken outside in direct sunlight, no flash)
This collection is hands down one of my most favorite from NARS. There isn’t one piece of the Holiday Gifting that I don’t want to pick up and I really want to get my hands on the other two nail polishes.
What pieces from NARS Steven Klein are on your wish list?
NARS Steven Klein is currently available on NARSCosmetics.com and at NARS boutiques. The collection will be available at Sephora, Department and Specialty stores on November 1, 2015. Select gifting will be available exclusively at Sephora on November 1, 2015.
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I love this pallet. its perfect for the the holidays. thanks for sharing
Swooning over here! I need one of everything! I’ve yet to find the perfect shade of red, so will definitely be trying the Special Force!
Kristine@TheFoleyFam recently posted..Sunday FUNday Link Up Party #135 + Features
Stud is absolutely stunning. I need it!
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No shame is EVERYTHING! I need about 10 back ups
That red lacquer is calling my name! Also, you’ve got mad nail polishing skills! Mine usually look like my 8 year old did them!
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Love the rich fall colors! Really love the “Stud” shadow.
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I saw your Instagram posts and immediately went here to check out the review. What a stunning collection!
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Love the red lip gloss and the nail polish! SO pretty! Plus, you’re gorgeous! 🙂
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This collection is SOOOO good.
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I really need to go get Stud!
Those eyeshadows are so pretty. I’d love to wear those and the nail polish.
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That red lipgloss looks AMAZING!
Beautiful collection! I adore this eye look on you and now I’m rushing to NARS online to buy both these eyeshadows AND the nail polish!
I love your eye makeup here. God, those lippies are oozing w/ pigment. Want!
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Holy Frijole. That nail polish. I need. And I’m loving the eye look! This is a fab collection!
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This entire collection is calling my name! I might grab these when I see them in store.
Ashley recently posted..Smashbox Camera Ready BB Water
Now this is one collection I would totally invest in! Gorgeous holiday colors!
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I want everything, especially Besame Mucho. Your FOTD is stunning! Love the eye makeup.
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I need No Shame!
All of this looks amazing on you!
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Okay, I need stud like yesterday!! Such a pretty collection!
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Gorgeous collection!
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No Shame is at the top of my list to get!
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All of these items just scream FALL! I want the lippies!!
What a great collection! I adore all the lippie and Never Too Late – I love those green shadows!
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*picks jaw up*
Right?! I’m SO IN LOVE with this entire collection!!!!
Love the colors & packaging.
Your skin looks flawless!
Thank you!!