CHANEL SoHo Story Collection.

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To celebrate the reopening of the CHANEL Boutique in SoHo, CHANEL Global Creative Director of Makeup Peter Philips has created a limited edition collection that echoes the spirit of SoHo. This is the CHANEL SoHo Story Collection.  I cannot think of a better way to celebrate the stores rebirth.

The SHo Story Collection is a study in extreme contrasts, partnering feminine pinks and roses with strong, industrial metallics. From pretty cheekbones to anthracite nails, tender creams and flashes of metal simultaneously reflect and contradict each other.

“For me, SoHo is a place where Bohemian ideals meet the toughness of the city… I love the tension and energy this creates.” says Peter Philips. “I had a specific girl in mind who is both hard and soft. A girl who discovers a new city, a new life. This is a very special kind of New York woman.  She is innocent, but she has a steely determination that fuels the city.” 

The collection’s SOHO DE CHANEL Exclusive Creation reflects a Pop Art influence.  Stamped with the four letters of SoHo, this silky powder comes in a delicate palette of shades and, when dusted across the face, creates a subtle, natural glow. 

Stupendous, Steel, Strong, Stunning, Stunt, Star: strong names that reflect the candance, the musical rhythm, the heartbeat of SoHo.

 

The collection includes:

  • SOHO DE CHANEL, $65.00
  • QUADRA EYE SHADOW in Stupendous, $56.00
  • ROUGE COCO in Stunning, $30.00
  • ROUGE ALLURE LAQUE in Stunt, $32.00
  • GLOSSIMER in Star, $27.00
  • LE VERNIS in Steel, $23.00
  • LE VERNIS in Strong, $23.00      

Be sure to check out all of the collection photographs in the CHANEL SoHo Story Collection Photo Gallery.

Chanel’s Soho Story collection made their online debut yesterday at chanel.com, and will also be available at the CHANEL SoHo Boutique on September 10th for Fashion’s Night Out.

NEW Nails for Fall 2010.

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A quick and easy way to get yourself into the fall mood is by changing your nail color. But, don't put away all of your brights just yet. Say goodbye to the barely there light shades, hot pinks and corals; as you say hello to the newest nail colors. These three nail collections are my favorite overall so far for the fall 2010 season.



CHANEL Les Khakis de Chanel
$25.00 per bottle

In celebration of Vogue’s Fashion’s Night Out, Peter Philips, Global Creative Director of CHANEL Makeup, has created LES KHAKIS DE CHANEL, a collection of three Le Vernis Nail Colours.

  • Khaki Rose
  • Khaki Brun
  • Khaki Vert

Available at CHANEL boutiques, CHANEL.com and select department stores on September 10th.

essie Fall Into Fashion
$8.00 per bottle

This season’s runways showcased a mix of traditional glamour, chic urban warriors and eclectic color combinations that has us revved up for fall! The feeling is dark, sexy and minimalist, dominated by a posh palette of decadent, velvet textures and reflective, metallic embellishments.

  • In Stitches
  • Limited Addiction
  • Sew Psyched
  • Merino Cool
  • Velvet Voyeur
  • Little Brown Dress

Available at essie.com, fine spas, salons and beauty destinations worldwide in September.

MAC Cosmetics Nail Trend F/W ‘10
$13.00 per bottle

Mistress of the art of the sophisticated nail, Jin Soon was inspired this season by the sensual pleasures of the Forbidden City for Nail Trend F/W ’10 – colours taken from the sculptures, tiles, architecture, fabrics, and decorative papers of Imperial China. Jin synthesized this vision to arrive at a collection in exotic and ravishing combinations of orange, blue, taupe, green, purple and, of course, lacquer red. These hues are opaque and rich with pearl essences for a subtle dimension.

  • Concubine- Blackened red with red shimmer
  • Earthly Harmony- Muted Taupe with copper shimmer
  • Ming Blue- Cobalt blue with teal and red shimmer
  • Rain of Flowers- Blackened violet with violet shimmer
  • Imperial Flower- Bright reddish orange with gold and red shimmer
  • Jade Dragon- Emerald green with teal shimmer

Plus, a clear polish called Overlacquer is available for super high shine. Available at MAC Counters and maccosmetics.com on August 26.

Which shade, or shades, are coveting?

*Press sample(s) of the product(s) featured was provided by brand or brand representative for editorial consideration.

CHANEL Fall 2010 Makeup Collection.

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I will leave you today with this to bask in its beauty all weekend. The CHANEL Fall Collection is beyond beautiful, and I cannot wait to buy as much of it as I can. I will be searching for the quad this weekend as I simply cannot wait to try it any longer.

 

"Coco Chanel’s iconic style was a study in contrasts. She boldly mixed black and white, masculine and feminine, classic and modern. Paying tribute to her unique vision, Peter Philips, Global Creative Director of CHANEL Makeup, has created a makeup collection for Fall 2010 that brings bold emphasis to the eyes, and keeps lips soft and delicate."

JOUES CONTRASTE POWDER BLUSH - $42.00
Sheer, natural-looking JOUES CONTRASTE — the blush that has attracted a devoted following for years — brings a modern freshness to cheeks with three new shades: Pink Explosion, a luminous pink; Rose Temptation, a shimmering rosewood; and Plum Attraction, a bold glistening plum. This lightweight powder glides on beautifully and wears for hours without fading

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