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Le Metier de Beaute Spring 2013 Palette (?)

Le Metier de Beaute Melange de Couleur Fashion Eye Palette for Spring 2013

You might remember I posted the above pic in this post when LMdB posted it in their Facebook Page. All LMdB enthusiasts are not head over heels excited to get their hands on this much coveted “best of the best” palette of sorts.

Today I bring to you swatches I took in store of all 18 shades. Now, in store lighting is notorious for being harsh so I apologize if my pictures seem weird or off to you. I did try my best with white balancing but I’m not an expert photographer or photoshop-er.

I did get the time to play around with the palette. They are a dream to apply with a sponge tip applicator (which I used for swatching) as with a brush. The quality is again up there as expected from LMdB. Even the blackest of black which is on the top left (if you’re looking at the above picture) and the whitest white on the bottom right are not chalky. They did blend like a dream. The colors are a mixture of new and old favorites so if you’re looking for a palette made up of entirely new shades then this is not what you’re looking for.

I swatched using a sponge tip applicator. The arm is obviously not mine but it is the arm of the ever pretty Kayla. Let’s get it going with the swatches …

the new palette in the background

Best Things in Beauty has a picture of the palette that she took in store as well as shade names and color combo suggestions from LMdB’s very own Director of Color, Mikey Castillo. Check it out HERE.

Referring to the picture at the top of the post, this is the first column swatching from top to bottom beginning from the right. Did that make sense? Probably not but it’s easy to pair the swatch to the color in the pan.

first column, left column

second column, middle column

third column, right column

So what do you think? I think and believe this is a must-have for the serious enthusiast and a no brainer must-have for someone who wants to get into Le Metier de Beaute. All 18 gorgeous shades for $95. What a deal!

If you’re ready to order you can reach Scott Reyes who is not only my trusted SA from Neiman Marcus in Beverly Hills but is also a good friend.

Scott Reyes | Neiman Marcus Beverly Hills | 310.550.5900 ext 2087

Let me know if you’re getting it or if you have any thoughts on this palette.

xo, Emilie

I got this set from Sephora when it first came out but for whatever reason the pictures I took got lost. Out of the blue it has resurfaced so I wish to share (please indulge me :). This set is exclusive to Sephora and it is now sold out, however, if you’re still looking for one I saw a set available at Bonanza for double the price (yikes!).

Quick note about the collection…The eyeshadows are velvety, finely milled, easy to blend. I didn’t experience any fall out and creasing. I didn’t experience fading as I seldom wear makeup longer than 7 hours. With the cream eyeliners, I love the color selection in this set. They were creamy, easy to apply. They are not long lasting though. The cheek and lip tints is a wonderful quad of cooler pink, warmer pink, nude mauve, and a cranberry-ish shade. They are creamy and easy to blend on the cheeks. I’m not happy with the lack of staying power. On the lips, it’s not overly drying but it’s definitely not hydrating. So the liner and cheek & lip tint are not the best things in this collection but I’m more than happy with the four eyeshadow palettes.

Let’s take a look…