Armani Discussion

[dvdiest]

What is the difference between the rouge d'armani and the REs?

For me, the RDAs are actually a little longer lasting than the REs. The RDAs are a little more light-weight, with tons of pigment. Goes on smooth then dries down a little and lasts! I am wearing 402 today (one of my favs), and it lasts all day through lunch too. The REs are a little "thicker" maybe, because of the "care" properties. The brighter colors are also very pigmented, but I find these easy to wear a little more sheer if you want or a few more swipes makes them super opaque. Some of the lighter colors I need a few swipes to make them really opaque. All of the colors in both lines are very gorgeous!

 

[dvdiest]

Okay, I just basically ordered the entire collection from Saks (NO TAX!!), minus one of the Flash Lacquers (for now, only because I forget to wear all my glosses) and the RDA 512 (I need to check my stash, I'm sure I already have this one. Now whether it is a dupe or not remains to be seen....).

I am trying to not feel guilty because I really have avoided most of the Spring collections so far, uh, except for a few Tom Ford duos of course!

 

[ashievic]

I like the glosses better for me. In my job, I can slip them in shirt sleeve and touch up on the go. Plus if you ever have to work in super hot areas of the county like I do at times, the lipsticks literally melt. The same thing if you are stuck in Western Montana and it is so cold, the glosses work better if you are stuck in the middle of BFI as I am with my job. So frigid temps or super hot temps the lipsticks don't work well. Of course for those who have a normal life. This would not be an issue. The glosses are more sheer, except for the Maestro matte ones. Those are very pigmented and opaque.

 

[ashievic]

One more thing, most stores got very limited amounts of product. Some never did get the Runway collection. So yes, I would order soon. Not sure when they will be on the Armani website.

 

[ashievic]

I was correct, the pressed powder in the Walking Dead compact is a perfect setting powder if you are a NW 10 or NW15 (MAC), BR10 or BR20 (YSL), #3 (Armani), 010 (Dior), or Alabaster (Tom Ford). Think I have enough foundation??? Or if you have a lovely darker complexion, incredible highlighter. Not sparkle so you don't look like a disco ball....yes, a reference my brother often uses when I go far too sparkles.

 

[ashievic]

I just received a notice from FedEx, there is a Nation wide disruption in service due to severe weather conditions at their hub Memphis. So for all of us waiting for something it might be awhile before we receive our goodies. I am waiting for nail polish from the Runway collection. It was suppose to be here yesterday.

 

[katred]

They have arrived! Hoping to do lip swatches of each of them over the next day or two but here's a quick sneak peak.  L to R: FL 511 Pink Blush, FL 512 Maharajah, FL 604 Garconne Fatale, RE 604 Garconne Fatale, RE 512 Maharajah. As you can see, the FLs and REs of the same number are pretty well spot on in color. The 512 RE is quite out of my comfort zone but no question it's a gorgeous shade. Saks has everything up now, including the NPs and the Rouge D'armani which Bloomies was still missing last I checked. 

Those are everything. I want all of them. Thank you very much for the awatches.

I have a few questions: Do you think the maharaja collection will sell out fast? What are the glosses like? What is the difference between the rouge d'armani and the REs?

1. Sort of what others have said- Armani collections don't tend to move that fast, and they don't have coverage on some of the larger beauty blogs or YT channels, so there's never as much of a buzz. It's more about how much stock counters get, which varies from one release to another. Best to call your counter and see what they've got. On the bright side, if you're in the US, things tend to hang around on the Armani website forever. 2. I like the glosses, although not as Minh as the previous formulation. They last fairly well and aren't heavy or sticky. I find them somewhat similar in feel to Chanel glossimers. 3. I find the RDA formula more pigmented in one swipe, and that they have a creamier, glossier finish. Both last really well on me. The REs feel like a soft balm and they really do make my lips feel better as I wear them. They seem to "hug" the lips a little, although they don't feel really heavy. I find that the REs can be applied more sheer in a single pass, or built up a little. Honestly, both are among my favourites.

For me, the RDAs are actually a little longer lasting than the REs.  The RDAs are a little more light-weight, with tons of pigment.  Goes on smooth then dries down a little and lasts!  I am wearing 402 today (one of my favs), and it lasts all day through lunch too.  The REs are a little "thicker" maybe, because of the "care" properties.  The brighter colors are also very pigmented, but I find these easy to wear a little more sheer if you want or a few more swipes makes them super opaque.  Some of the lighter colors I need a few swipes to make them really opaque.  All of the colors in both lines are very gorgeous!

^This. My experience has been very similar (and RdA 402 is amazing).

I was correct, the pressed powder in the Walking Dead compact is a perfect setting powder if you are a NW 10 or NW15 (MAC), BR10 or BR20 (YSL), #3 (Armani), 010 (Dior), or Alabaster (Tom Ford). Think I have enough foundation??? Or if you have a lovely darker complexion, incredible highlighter. Not sparkle so you don't look like a disco ball....yes, a reference my brother often uses when I go far too sparkles. 

Walking Dead compact... Cannot stop giggling... That actually sounds like it might match my complexion, though...

 

[EllaS]

Gahhh this collection is just so gorgeous!

 

[Icecaramellatte]

They have arrived! Hoping to do lip swatches of each of them over the next day or two but here's a quick sneak peak.



L to R: FL 511 Pink Blush, FL 512 Maharajah, FL 604 Garconne Fatale, RE 604 Garconne Fatale, RE 512 Maharajah. As you can see, the FLs and REs of the same number are pretty well spot on in color. The 512 RE is quite out of my comfort zone but no question it's a gorgeous shade. Saks has everything up now, including the NPs and the Rouge D'armani which Bloomies was still missing last I checked.

It's crazy but I really like everything. I'm hoping I can be patient and take my time getting these throughout the season. I'm not sure which one to try first but I'm leaning toward the Pink Blush lip gloss.

 

[ashievic]

If you used the Armani gloss in the 700's over this, it would really pop. The one that looks blue, don't be scared, it would bring out the color better.

 

[ashievic]

Love the 604 gloss!!!! My nail polish from Runway is stuck somewhere in TN, no date given for when it might appear....

 

[Shars]

They have arrived! Hoping to do lip swatches of each of them over the next day or two but here's a quick sneak peak.



L to R: FL 511 Pink Blush, FL 512 Maharajah, FL 604 Garconne Fatale, RE 604 Garconne Fatale, RE 512 Maharajah. As you can see, the FLs and REs of the same number are pretty well spot on in color. The 512 RE is quite out of my comfort zone but no question it's a gorgeous shade. Saks has everything up now, including the NPs and the Rouge D'armani which Bloomies was still missing last I checked.

The Garconne Fatale duo is so gorgeous. I quite like Pink Blush too!

 

[Icecaramellatte]

Armani at Bloomingdale's instagrammed that they have the collection. I'm so tempted to run down there.

 

[ashievic]

Might want to schlep down there. Those who snooze, lose....again, very limited amounts sent to most stores.

 

[EllaS]

I'm in the midst of swatching these lovelies. Just finished the 604s and thought it might help any of you who need any additional nudging ;-)

Lip swatches were taken in natural daylight. The color appears deeper and more plum in lower light situations and indoors, as you can see in the arm swatches. They're each pretty on their own, but they also really are perfect together.

 

[EllaS]

Armani at Bloomingdale's instagrammed that they have the collection. I'm so tempted to run down there.

Yay, do it!

Always good if you can see them in person.

 

[ashievic]

Bloomie's online is sold out of 604 gloss. It is gorgeous. You know it is good when even your brother says something nice.

 

[Shars]

I'm in the midst of swatching these lovelies. Just finished the 604s and thought it might help any of you who need any additional nudging ;-)

Lip swatches were taken in natural daylight. The color appears deeper and more plum in lower light situations and indoors, as you can see in the arm swatches. They're each pretty on their own, but they also really are perfect together.

So pretty on you! Do we know if Sephora will get this collection?

 

[EllaS]

Here's the 511 gloss. I LOVE this! And I'm not a pink girl AT ALL - but this is so vibrant and gorgeous!

 

[EllaS]

So pretty on you! Do we know if Sephora will get this collection?

Thank you!! Hmm...I wouldn't hold out for Sephora. I feel like they just recently started carrying GA online and they still don't have a complete selection of shades. I've noticed for some brands they just never seem to get all the releases. YSL is one - several things I was interested in never turned up there. I know some of the bigger stores carry GA in store - might be worth calling if there's one near you.