Chanel Spring 2011

[stv578]

Well, after wearing Chance all day yesterday, I must say that I quite like it! When I first spray it on, there's a note in it that reminds me a tiny bit of No. 5, which does not smell nice on me at all. But that fades, and then it smells a tiny bit like a cleaner version of Coco Mademoiselle (which I've always liked but find it too strong) but with something more to it that makes it really soft. I absolutely suck at describing fragrances, but I know that I can't judge any fragrance until it's been on me for at least an hour! So after all that, I like it! And Karin, I also got compliments on it!

I still want Eau Tendre though, and Megan, I really want to try the new MJ Daisy variant! I love Daisy, I have the EDP, my daughter loves it too! She has me spritz her once in a while. (She also ended up going to school yesterday with Amazon Princess blush on her cheeks, lol!).

Megan, when you get your new Coach bag, can you take a picture?

 

[Shypo]

^^ Thanks MissQQ - that could be what the issue is with Chanel fragrances and my chemistry......I have the Jo Malone Grapefruit and Lime, Basil & Mandarin - I love them both!! My Nordie's just put a Jo Malone fragrance bar in - I haven't yet indulged, but probably will soon. They often have a deal where you buy an atomizer for $5 and have it filled with whatever fragrance you want. It's a good way to try stuff!

My GA eye pencil and 518 were waiting for me when I got home - all I can say is, purty purty purty!!!

EDIT: I dug through my vast array of samples and found a vial of Eau Tendre, and a tube of Eau Fraische body lotion - the EF has that 'green' undernote that I know will turn on me, but the ET seems to be ok so far. I'll wear it and see how it does in an hour or so......one of the ladies at the local Macy's counter said I should check out Coromandel the next time I'm able to visit a Chanel boutique.

2nd EDIT: Like Meg, I have the 'I can't wait to wash this off' reaction to the ET.......but I'm going to wear it awhile longer and also ask hubby what he thinks.

I am such a fragrance troll.

 

[elegant-one]

I like DKNY Pure - very soft & light on

Nora, hahaha - I just read your memo on the wine. Yep, thats me too.

Aggh, I just looked at all the swatches of the new BB spf 12 lipsticks - wow they look divine!

 

[Bonitinha]

^^I only saw half of the BB swatches -- I want Bikini Pink -- even though it looks almost exactly like Angel l/s. I need to see the rest. Love that they have SPF!!

 

[elegant-one]

T said its different than Angel but I can't remember how it is

 

[Shypo]

I also love those new BB lipsticks! Elegant, did you see them in the Saks brochure? I dog-eared the page

. There isn't one I DON'T like!!! Cannot wait to check them out! Question is, do I get them through Saks and get the tote with the samples, or just get them at Nordie's so I can get my points (and therefore Nordstrom Notes)? Decisions, decisions.....

Way off topic again.........

But these look really pretty! I'm in for Bikini Pink, Rose Blossom, and either Sweet Nectar or Guava........from what I've read, they're extremely bright.

 

[elegant-one]

I also love those new BB lipsticks! Elegant, did you see them in the Saks brochure? I dog-eared the page

. There isn't one I DON'T like!!! Cannot wait to check them out! Question is, do I get them through Saks and get the tote with the samples, or just get them at Nordie's so I can get my points (and therefore Nordstrom Notes)? Decisions, decisions.....

Way off topic again.........

But these look really pretty! I'm in for Bikini Pink, Rose Blossom, and either Sweet Nectar or Guava........from what I've read, they're extremely bright.

ughhh I love them all too. No, I didn't see them in Saks, I saw them in the BB email & swatches at Tempt. site. Well, if you like the tote & samples then get them there if not go for the points.

I want Bikini Pink & Guava (or SN?) & Mod Pink. Its hard to tell exactly from the picks. I wish I could see them in person.

I have to say that I really really love the Armani 518 & today I used Chantec. Love over it - oh my very pretty. I loved the more violet plum colors in the Armani. I need more real swatches!!!

 

[Bonitinha]

T said its different than Angel but I can't remember how it is

Oh good, if it is different, than I can for sure feel justified in buying it!! lol

 

[User38]

Waves to all the Chanel Ratonas

C!.. I just wrote you... thanks!.. I have been working like a four legged creature today... you mention the BB ls.. they are an excellent quality, I had not mentioned them cause I forgot --it's been that long!

I personally kept Guava, Nectar and the Red.. forgot the name.. they have the new texture, which is not creamy but feels like a balm, but is loaded with pigment and stays on really well and is not drying for the lips. A great product.. btw BB also is EL's kid.

Elegant..I have been using the 518 over Emotive.. and it is gorgeous. I want a bu of this colour.

Bonitinha..these are at least ls which must be tried on... I love them.

 

[Bonitinha]

Bonitinha..these are at least ls which must be tried on... I love them.

You all have convinced me! Are they at counters yet or just online? I'm heading to MAC on Saturday to take my 16 year old niece for her first makeover -- woot, another makeup addict in the making!! Maybe I'll swing by the BB counter . . . and multiple other counters, I'm sure

 

[elegant-one]

Waves to all the Chanel Ratonas

C!.. I just wrote you... thanks!.. I have been working like a four legged creature today... you mention the BB ls.. they are an excellent quality, I had not mentioned them cause I forgot --it's been that long!

I personally kept Guava, Nectar and the Red.. forgot the name.. they have the new texture, which is not creamy but feels like a balm, but is loaded with pigment and stays on really well and is not drying for the lips. A great product.. btw BB also is EL's kid.

Elegant..I have been using the 518 over Emotive.. and it is gorgeous. I want a bu of this colour.

Bonitinha..these are at least ls which must be tried on... I love them.

Geesh, I felt like I was sitting here with the crickets...I was so alone

How is Guava? that is my pick well, next to Bikini Pink - did you see BP?

I will try it over emotive then too - thanks! I was just wondering if I should get more of the armani ls colors

 

[User38]

518 is one of the "strongest" of the shades.. remember these are sheer... I like a pop when it's sheer.

BP is beautiful.. it is not a blue pink which I find hard to work with, but rather a mid tone.. this would be lovely under the 518 too!

I kept Guava because it is stronger peachy pinky slightly reddish.. just that colour you want on your lips in spring/summer.. I think it's my fave.. but then I am slightly

 

[elegant-one]

Just hit submit - Guava & Bikini Pink

NM fs ends soon

C is probably out swatching everything *snicker*

 

[Bonitinha]

^^I know I want Bikini Pink (I bought Chanel's Bikini Peach glossimer mostly because I thought the name was so darn cute!!). I wish I could see swatches of the others. Where is Part 2 on T's site??
In a promo pic is looked like there's also a pretty nude and a couple of rosey pinks

 

[JennsJewelz]

^^ I'm wanting Bikini Pink and Old Hollywood... need to see the rest of the swatches now! Old Hollywood looks absolutely stunning...

 

[elegant-one]

Jenn -

I like that HR too. But, I just bought her other Jewel Red & I really like it. I will have to check the rest out in person.

 

[User38]

lol Jenn & Elegant.. thats the one I kept for me.. Old Hollywood.. damn names

I usually know numbers only.

 

[User38]

wait wait.. I have a Vintage Red from BB also.. hmm.... but I think that was Holiday collex.. gorgeous red too!

 

[Camnagem]

I still want Eau Tendre though, and Megan, I really want to try the new MJ Daisy variant! I love Daisy, I have the EDP, my daughter loves it too! She has me spritz her once in a while. (She also ended up going to school yesterday with Amazon Princess blush on her cheeks, lol!).

Megan, when you get your new Coach bag, can you take a picture?

I have to admit I have a secret crush on your daughter, she sounds so adorable when you speak of her. Blah...does that sound wrong?!?! Not a creepy-gross crush, a future mom-in-training crush, lol!

The orig. MJ Daisy smells SO good in the bottle! It starts out ok on me, and then over time turns a little too flowery, but I really can't wait to smell the new version!

I will for sure take a pic of the bag when it gets here! I have a bit of a wait on my hands, but nothing too terrible. My local COACH had to order it because they're sold out and that always takes some time. Hopefully it'll be here before the end of the month!

 

[Shypo]

I'm going to try to check these out this weekend, hoping they're on-counter now .....I'm liking the looks of Old Hollywood as well - I bet Meggy is eyeing it too!

Guava or the Nectar color are also in the running - I want to see how bright these are on me before I buy......don't want to end up looking like old auntie........

Michelle, I would imagine they would be - have a great time with your niece!!

HG, just happened to think......does Mystery Man know about the pantalones rosas?