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Remember the 80's when you applied your make up colors depending if you're an "Autumn" "Spring" or "Summer"?  I mean back then, god forbid if you wore cool pink tones if you were determined a warm Autumn!  Thank god we've thrown all those misguided ideas out the window-- any one can wear any color if done right.  Which is what Bobbi Brown has taught us since she revolutionized the industry 20 years ago.  It's all about being as natural and neutral as possible, who says a brunette with olive toned skin can not rock a blue eye shadow?  With Bobbi's new "Color Strips Collection" you can do it all, effortlessly!  Color Strips is a complete spring eye, lip and cheek wardrobe designed by Bobbi so you can use pops of color with five eye shadows and three shades of pot rough designed to work together beautifully!  Color without boundaries,,, imagine the possibilities! 

The collection is at retail counters now but we will be giving away THREE SETS courtesy of Bobbi herself!  Stay tuned next Monday to find out how you can win Bobbi's new "Color Strips Collection"!  Or if you're like me and can not wait, run to a Bobbi counter today or click to her website here to purchase-- Price: $60.00

I remember when I first discovered Stila cosmetics 13 years ago-- it was a shadow called "Kitten" in the most gorgeous shimmer nude pink shade that sparkled on the lids.  I can't even tell you how many pots of "Kitten" I've gone through since then!  I'm a huge fan of subtle sparkle and Stila has an entire sparkling collection called "Dust to Diamonds" for Spring 2010!  Read on to discover the collection!    

Stila One Step Makeup

This is the perfect make up for beauty snobs who only have a few minutes to get ready- it's a primer, foundation, concealer and powder all in one easy step!  It's made of 100% mineral pigments to deliver one high performance, high definition, long wearing, luxurious formula. The medium coverage foundation is buildable and blendable and leaves skin looking flawless.

Price: $44, available at Sephora.com

To start off the New Year right I thought it would be great to highlight some of the most exciting new brands and product launches that we've come across these past 12 months. Can't wait to see what's in store from these brands for 2010! Check back tomorrow to see more on fragrances.


Estee Lauder's Opulent Shimmer Powder -- It was hard to pick just one Estee Lauder product, but given that I no longer leave my house without a swoop of this Shimmer Powder this one had to take the cake.

Dashing Diva and Deborah Lippmann -- Both brands came-out with the most amazing colors this year. Dashing Diva with Jazz Nights (a bright ruby red glitter) and Deborah Lippmann with Happy Birthday (sheer with multi-colored flecks), Marquee Moon (silver with silver flecks), and her 10th Anniversary limited edition colors...so fun and flirty! No wonder Deborah Lippmann is known as the manicurist to the stars. Jump for more! 

I've never really given Estée Lauder much thought until recently; when I was a kid, it was my aunt's favorite (White Linen anyone?) and I always thought of it as the brand for the mature set.  That's all changing, however, under the direction of the very young and very chic Aerin Lauder (I see her at the Oscar show each season and she is so poised and beautiful, no tantrums from her when they ask her to get in line, she stood behind us at the last show!).  The latest collaboration with Michael Kors, Very Hollywood, is a stunning collection of modern palettes in shades of pinks and corals.  Even the packaging has been redesigned with Michael's modern glam sensibilities. 
 
I had the chance to play with the collection a couple of weeks ago at a press event and became obsessed with the Rodeo Pink palette.  I'm happy to report that the lip glosses no longer have a strange scent and are ultra moisturizing and shiny!  I'm not usually a coral girl but this coral is very natural without any tinge of orange-y ness, the entire collection is very neutral and perfect for all skin colors.  Read on for a quick Q & A with Michael Kors!

The collection will be at counters starting in January.  Sign up for Estee Lauder newsletter here to be notified when it becomes available on line.

Today is the LAST day to receive 20% off Bobbi Brown cosmetics! I love this plum eye palette, it makes brown eyes sparkle and brightens blue eyes-- a neutral like browns but with a kick.  Kelly would love this, I think I'll have to add that to her stocking :) They are offering free gift wrapping with every order so you need to take advantage of this quickly!  Go to Bobbi Brown Cosmetic website here to shop 20% off today!

Diva Snob

Bobbi Brown Exclusive Black Plum Beauty Trunk ($1000) is the ultimate for the Diva in your life.  It has everything but the kitchen sink in it!  Gorgeous plummy shades of eye shadows, liners, blush, lipstick and glosses, shimmer brick and so much more.  It would take a week just to play and try out everything! 

This is just such a glamour puss set-- the Touche Eclat is a perennial favorite and you can't go wrong with a sparkling gloss and smoky black eyeliner at night.  I love the cosmetic bag, too.  So chic!  Yves Saint Laurent Holiday Collection 2009 $60

Of course you can not mention Diva snob without adding a little bit of La Mer to the mix.  La Mer The Connoisseur Skincare Collection $395

This set will allow your Diva friend to sparkle as brightly as the gems she wears.  Laura Mercier does jewel tones so well, the colors are never to sheer nor too opaque and I love the nice creamy quality to the powder shadows.  Laura Mercier Gemstone Eye Collection$125

Who else but a Diva would take the time to airbrush her make up on each day?  Of course she is not doing it herself, she has people who do things like that for her.  Platinum Airbrush System $365

Sporty Snob

My surfing girlfriends will love Bobbi's Beach set-- even when they are away from the beach they can carry the scent of the ocean with them.  I'm addicted to the scent and am hoping they'll come out with a shampoo/conditioner soon.  Bobbi Brown Beach Set here $75

Is she forgoing surf for ski this season?  You must get her this gift set.  The lip balm is one of my favorites in dry winter months-- it's ultra moisturizing without being sticky.  I have not tried the non-freez face cream yet but if we head out to Vail this winter I'll be picking this up for myself!   Kiehl's Winter Sport Set $37.50-- free shipping at Kiehls this month.

For the Sporty snobs who don't like too much fuss-- the voyager pack from Trish McEvoy will keep them looking gorgeous with just a few swipes of the neutral quad face powder and shadows.  The short handle brushes are neatly tucked away in the case and will take the guess work out of application. Trish McEvoy 'The Voyager' Beauty Emergency Card $65

Jet Set Snob

I plan on buying this for everyone on my list.  Bobbi's mini brushes are life savers, I keep a set of the mini brushes in my make up bag for days like today-- had to meet a friend immediately after a facial-- and for the plane.  Bobbi Brown Cosmetic Bag with Mini Brushes $65

I played with this yesterday at Neiman Marcus and it has everything you need for an overnight or weekend trip, the mini Iconic mascara was the biggest draw for me-- you can whip it out and touch up your mascara no matter where you are.  Dior Holiday Express Travel Palette $75

I once opened up my suitcase to find my favorite Prada champagne empire silk dress ruined by a bottle of Creed perfume that had broken in flight (yes it was in a zip lock bag and yes it was in a toiletry bag but it still seeped through!).  I have not traveled with perfume since but this handy little spray may change my mind.  Prada Beauty Iris Perfume Refillable Sprays $74

I am so getting this!  You have no idea how I despise the lighting in hotel bathrooms.  During fashion week, Kelly and I have to crouch over our tiny compact mirrors by the hotel windows so we can keep ourselves from looking like clowns.  This mirror is scratchproof and it's magnifying, too.  Irving W. Rice & Co. Travel Mirror $72

I have been looking for a turbo travel hairdryer, hotel dryers are never the good kind so might as well bring your own if you want to look decent.  This is the best I've tried lately-- no wonder Jessica Simpson's hair always looks amazing no matter how sad her face looks.  1200W Turbo Ionic Travel Hairdryer $59.95

We are kicking off the holidays with Thanksgiving next week which means it's time for holiday gift shopping! Black Friday is the most frightening day for me. I will be in LA celebrating with friends and family and will stay home stuffing my face with leftovers and do all my shopping online. We thought we'd make it easier for you, too and have created a 5 part gift guide for the following types of beauty snobs:

FRUGAL SNOB, JET SET SNOB, FRAGRANCE SNOB, SPORTY SNOB and DIVA SNOB.

We will post one guide per day until Thanksgiving so you'll have lots of options to shop for come Black Friday! Have fun!

Frugal Snob

I don't think I need to spell out why this is an amazing gift at $55 (worth $350!).  I think you can pretty much get through the entire year (all four seasons) on these colors!  LORAC Double Booked Full Face Collection ($350 Value) $55

I am buying a dozen of these anti-aging eye rollers as stocking stuffers. I know my frugal snob friends will love them and continue to treat themselves to it! I keep mine in the fridge and when I wake up puffy and angry looking, I simply roll it around my eyes (towards the inner corners). Olay Regenerist Anti-Aging Eye Roller here $20.69

 

What's more fun than playing in a tub full of Philosophy bubbles?!  Well there is something more fun but this is a rated G beauty site so I won't get into that.  No need to pull out soap, shampoo, and bubble bath-- with Philosophy you get all three, and then some.  Philosophy Best of Sephora Set ($97 Value) Best of Sephora Set $55

Now isn't this the cutest little make up kit you've ever seen? Too Faced celebrated its 10 year anniversary with the Too Faced Decade of Glamour Beauty Wardrobe Makeup Collection. It comes with its most popular products for the past 10 years. This is a great try me kit for Too Faced, or I'm thinking of giving it as gifts to the younger ones in my family. It's cute just to display on their dresser, and I love the silhouette of the girl in the bronzer/blush. The products are all deluxe sample size but for $19.50 for a $195 value who can go wrong? It's got a variety of color and product so this is great for the experimenting beginner or the beauty lover like us!

Get it at Sephora for $19.50.