Tawny Taj Mahal

Orange = Vitamin C = Vitality = Emergency nutrient = Cold cure

Maybe my subconscious mind had programmed me to wear NARS almighty Taj Mahal when a last minute party calls, during my recuperation.

Here’s the glorious Taj Mahal for your appreciation, if not apprehension; You should notice that this Tangerine shade is all about impact & boldness. ( FYI, I used a stipple brush – yes, the one with synthetic fibers among natural hair, which is designed to pick up colours cautiously & lightheartedly )

I lightly swiped a feathery layer of NARS Taj Mahal over my cheeks after foundation. Then I used a dense kabuki brush to buff layers of loose powder all over my face, starting at the cheek blending outwards. Although almighty in pigmentation, Taj Mahal is rather workable & blendable to a sheerer finish.

 I used RMK Dusty Bright Eyes in Gold to add some lustre & sparkle to my fatigue peepers.

Laura Mercier  Creme Smooth Foundation in Sunny Beige was used to provide a fuller, more dewy finish for the night; It’s great at concealing fine lines & blemishes, even greater when it comes to banishing those dry spots & flaky bits. ( Thanks to my constant sneezing & nose rubbing )

So, here’s the final results of the sheer out, tamed Taj Mahal, complimented by a wash of Burberry Lip Tint in Cinnamon.

So, what do you think about NARS Taj Mahal ?

NARS Holiday 2011

Another Holiday Collection !

This time it’s by NARS, and my picks are……

Arabian Nights Eyeshadow Trio

Ponderosa Creme Eyeshadow

Miss Liberty Highlighting Blush

Shopping Spree ( 21 )

Shopping Spree ( 9 )

Chanel’s collection, not the newest, but the staples……

Le vernis in Particuliere, Les 4 Ombres in Prelude, Joues Contraste in Rose Ecrin.

Some stickers I got ( courtesy of Chanel ) together with my purchases.

Burberry Light Glow Tangerine

This airy micro-powder by Burberry Beauty ensures a supremely rich shade, whilst silicones effortlessly glide across the skin to create a healthy, natural glow.

I am very impressed by this blush, not only the shade is so wearable and gives the healthiest glow; but the texture is so soft & light, with a subtle fragrance and for the first time ever in cosmetic history, the brush that comes with the compact is actually user friendly, incredibly soft & blendable ( can also be used for sculpting ).

I am going back to get more……

Easter’s Deal

What to do when you’re hauling on some ridiculously extravagant ( ie. expensive ) makeup items ? Wait for the bank holiday promotions……

1) By Terry Terrybly Ultimate Radiance blush in Exotic Pink

2) Guerlain Rouge G Jewel lipstick in Galia

3) Guerlain Parure Gold Rejuvenating Gold Radiance Foundation in Beige Clair

All these wonderful gems with 25 % discount ( promotional & loyalty ), better than hunting the Easter eggs, IMO.

Wanted ( 7 )

Mesmerising bottle, fine object d’art with my favourite floral scent – Lily of the Valley.

Stunning presentation with  By Terry’s premium quality – Not too sure about the name though !

MAC Venomous Villains Collection

My personal picks from this huge collection.

I am rather disappointed by this collection as I don’t think there are many outstanding colours worth collecting.

NARS Taj Mahal

NARS Taj Mahal is a unique shade, where colour, texture and finish leaves you speechless. A gorgeous, burnt orange with golden shimmer, it gives cheeks an amazing sun kissed glow and really warms up your complexion.

It appears intimidating in the pan, but Taj Mahal is extremely wearable. It is extremely pigmented, so you need to build up colour slowly. Warm toned, tanned and dark skinned individual will appreciates this dynamic coral hue; paler complexion may requires a light hand & plenty of delicate blending.

The texture of the blush is soft and fine. Taj Mahal is true to its color. It does not turns red, pink, peach or for that matter to any other color on blending. It blends in well and lasts for long hours.

The blush looks stunning in the evenings! The gold toned shimmers are extremely refined that the glow imparted is breathe taking.

I love Taj Mahal as the shade is so unique ( vibrant tangerine with golden bronze micro shimmers ) and its pigmentation really pays off well. It’s just one of its kind. I apply this with M.A.C stippling brush ( this gives better control of the amount of blush picked up and thus sheerer application ). I am currently wearing this with Chanel’s rouge allure Genie ( lipstick/gloss or both )

Don’t be afraid of Taj Mahal, check out Strawberry mochi‘s review & FOTD of this tangerine beauty.

M.A.C In The Groove ” Porn “

9 eyeshadow palettes & 5 blushers; you can drool over these.

Which one are you going to get?