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[Miss QQ]

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Originally Posted by elegant-one Had to pop in real quick & say that I just got the Chanel Soleil bronzer - OHMYGOSH it is pure gorgeous natural love on! I agree with everyone about how sunkissed natural it looks on. And honestly, I did not think that I was going to like it on me The smell IS divine!!! Seriously, I cannot believe how beautiful it looks on my skin. Hi everybody - I always love that ya'll are here!!!

Hi!

Glad you like the bronzer. I always enjoy how great some of Chanel's products smell. I think I will love the smell too. Does it take a long time to blend it out nicely and evenly?

 

[Meryl]

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As much as I love all things Chanel - I just can't seem to buy their cosmetics. (Except for the glossimers, fragrances and nail polish, that is.)

Here in Canada, it is quite difficult to return things and what if you buy an eyeshadow palette and it isn't as great as you thought it would be? We can't return it and that becomes a costly mistake. MAC allows returns.... not so easy at The Bay, but the free standing MAC stores are very nice about it. They don't want you to keep what doesn't work.

It is extremely difficult for me to purchase cosmetics while under pressure. How does everyone here go about buying very expensive cosmetics? Especially when we probably already have a drawer full of shadows, lipsticks and blushes.

 

[elegant-one]

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Originally Posted by Camnagem I'm so glad to hear the good reviews on the bronzer! I got MAC's Beach Bronze from TTB and I really like it, but I need a matte partner in crime for low shimmer days. I'm getting really antsy to buy something (because I'm a total addict and slightly wacko?) and I feel myself placing an order somewhere...anywhere...today. We'll see who wins out. Good morning Elegant (and everyone)! I love seeing all of you here too!

Hi my dear

golly...I know that antsy feeling

Thats what I really loved about the Chanel bronzer - not shimmy just pure natural looking - "oh, I was laying outside by the pool in my bikini sipping martinis all day" look

riiiiiight

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Originally Posted by Camnagem Ooh also!! Breaking news...I think I have a new UPS guy! The past few deliveries have been minus the ratman, and this new guy is all biz-ness. Love it, thank you UPS powers that be!

I actually laughed out loud when I read this!

thank goodness! bu bye ratman.

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Originally Posted by Miss QQ Hi! Glad you like the bronzer. I always enjoy how great some of Chanel's products smell. I think I will love the smell too. Does it take a long time to blend it out nicely and evenly?

Yes it blends beautifully & I really liked how you can build the coverage without it looking like George Hamilton

(google him if ya don't know)
I just used my 168 se that came in all those christmas brush sets that I have & it worked just fine. I am super impressed with it. I also have a feeling that it blends in with whatever your natural skin tone is. It gets a 6 stars in my book. Ahhhh that beautiful light smell. I kept sniffing the jar

HEY, my wife's huffing Chanel again

 

[Shypo]

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Originally Posted by elegant-one Had to pop in real quick & say that I just got the Chanel Soleil bronzer - OHMYGOSH it is pure gorgeous natural love on! I agree with everyone about how sunkissed natural it looks on. And honestly, I did not think that I was going to like it on me The smell IS divine!!! Seriously, I cannot believe how beautiful it looks on my skin. Hi everybody - I always love that ya'll are here!!!

I'm glad you love it, and that you like it with the 168!!

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Originally Posted by Camnagem Ooh also!! Breaking news...I think I have a new UPS guy! The past few deliveries have been minus the ratman, and this new guy is all biz-ness. Love it, thank you UPS powers that be!

Oh my. Mr. 'Brown' Shorts is history......thank goodness!! Maybe he stunk up the wrong person's house.....or they didn't like his dancing.

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Originally Posted by elegant-one Hi my dear golly...I know that antsy feeling

Oh, yeah. Me too. Me and Mr. Jones........

 

[bis]

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Originally Posted by elegant-one Yes it blends beautifully & I really liked how you can build the coverage without it looking like George Hamilton (google him if ya don't know) I just used my 168 se that came in all those christmas brush sets that I have & it worked just fine. I am super impressed with it. I also have a feeling that it blends in with whatever your natural skin tone is. It gets a 6 stars in my book. Ahhhh that beautiful light smell. I kept sniffing the jar HEY, my wife's huffing Chanel again

George Hamilton is a bit what I imagined the ratty UPS guy to look like, just a bit younger

And I am not listening to all this bronzer talk, I will not. http://caputmortuum.net/specktra/dontenable2.gif





What was it called again?!

 

[Camnagem]

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Originally Posted by Meryl It is extremely difficult for me to purchase cosmetics while under pressure. How does everyone here go about buying very expensive cosmetics? Especially when we probably already have a drawer full of shadows, lipsticks and blushes.

It actually really helps me having everyone here! Being able to talk things out, good or bad, about anything I'm debating makes my decisions way easier. The price tag makes you think, that's for sure. In all honesty though, I find what I get from Chanel really satisfies me. All the thought means I'm getting what I REALLY want. Sometimes with a MAC haul I think less about the product itself and more about the "gotta have that, it looks cute...it's crazy LE, I'll never forgive myself if I don't get it" aspect and end up with things I probably won't ever use...once.

I'm still quite new to using the brand and very impressed every step of the way. Chanel quality is worth it to me.

Plus, my hubby is amazing and lets me indulge in my crazy make-up obsession. That certainly helps!

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Originally Posted by elegant-one HEY, my wife's huffing Chanel again

See, this is the quality level I was talking about. It's good enough to huff!

Love it.

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Originally Posted by Shypo Oh my. Mr. 'Brown' Shorts is history......thank goodness!! Maybe he stunk up the wrong person's house.....or they didn't like his dancing.

This new UPS guy has no idea about the shoes he has to fill. I can only imagine what crazy shenanigans ratman tried in other houses!

 

[elegant-one]

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Originally Posted by Shypo I'm glad you love it, and that you like it with the 168!! Oh, yeah. Me too. Me and Mr. Jones........

I suppose any big or sculpting brush would work - its the only brush I wasn't using for anything else

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Originally Posted by bis George Hamilton is a bit what I imagined the ratty UPS guy to look like, just a bit younger And I am not listening to all this bronzer talk, I will not. http://caputmortuum.net/specktra/dontenable2.gif What was it called again?!

It really is Beeeeeautiful on

 

[stv578]

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Originally Posted by Hypathya I'm soooo glad Exquise is being loved as much I do...Not for anything it's my favorite pink lippie for sunny/happy spring/summery days!!

It really is that! I tend to gravitate towards really pale lip colours, but this one is definitely pink and I love it! This and Como aqualumiere are my current favourite lipsticks.

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Originally Posted by Meryl As much as I love all things Chanel - I just can't seem to buy their cosmetics. (Except for the glossimers, fragrances and nail polish, that is.) Here in Canada, it is quite difficult to return things and what if you buy an eyeshadow palette and it isn't as great as you thought it would be? We can't return it and that becomes a costly mistake. MAC allows returns.... not so easy at The Bay, but the free standing MAC stores are very nice about it. They don't want you to keep what doesn't work. It is extremely difficult for me to purchase cosmetics while under pressure. How does everyone here go about buying very expensive cosmetics? Especially when we probably already have a drawer full of shadows, lipsticks and blushes.

I've never had any issue returning any MAC items at the Bay. I do occasionally get some attitude be it the Bay or the f/s store, but considering the amount of products i purchase and the few that go back, I really don't give a rat's ass if they get snarky with me!

I understand your hesitation with buying Chanel products. I am always like that, and yes, we cannot return anything. But as others have mentioned, it does prevent me from impulse buying most of the time! And I've been happy with just about every item I've purchased (there were a couple RC's I wasn't too thrilled about, but that's about it). You can ask them to apply anything you want to test out, and they're not normally as busy as the MAC counter tends to be, so they'll usually have the time. Plus, Chanel doesn't really do any crazy trendy colours, so chances are, you're not going to bring something home and realize it just doesn't look good.

It's quite honestly the only higher-end brand that I've been this satisfied with.

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Originally Posted by elegant-one Yes it blends beautifully & I really liked how you can build the coverage without it looking like George Hamilton (google him if ya don't know)

I just found this so amusing!

I'm glad you love the bronzer too! It really is a quality product. I'm so happy that I got back into the Chanel line. And also glad I gave my word to DH that I would no longer buy any more MAC make-up this year!!!

 

[elegant-one]

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Originally Posted by stv578 I really don't give a rat's ass if they get snarky with me! I just found this so amusing! I'm glad you love the bronzer too! It really is a quality product. I'm so happy that I got back into the Chanel line. And also glad I gave my word to DH that I would no longer buy any more MAC make-up this year!!!

Thats my girl!

I'm the same way.

Do you have a crush on George Hamilton?

and he is OLD. Old & Orange

No more MAC this year eh?

I am so pleased with all of my Chanel "treasures". They feel like guilty pleasures to indulge in. Like you, I am very very selective about what I buy. But, I am getting those Coton (with one "T"

) pads. I hate the ones I use now as the fibers get caught in my eyelashes which is not good when you wear contacts.

ok, any excuse will do

 

[elegant-one]

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Originally Posted by Meryl It is extremely difficult for me to purchase cosmetics while under pressure. How does everyone here go about buying very expensive cosmetics? Especially when we probably already have a drawer full of shadows, lipsticks and blushes.

Oh, I never ever buy cosmetics or anything under pressure - ever. I will swatch the same color many times before I decide for sure. But, I agree that Chanel does such wearable classic shades that generally speaking you won't get some crappy weird trendy thing.

And, its my ONLY vice......






.....other than shoes, bras, purses, clothes, glasses, jewelry, did I say shoes....
oh, & a glass of wine in the evening - that's it!!!

 

[purrtykitty]

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I popped by the Chanel counter today and spoke with the SA for a bit. She hadn't met with the regional director yet because the meeting set for May was postponed until tomorrow, so she had no idea what the fall collection would entail. I told her it was really awesome, and asked if I could preorder. She whipped out her pad and started a 'Fall Preorder' List with me at the top!

She also asked if I would be interested in attending a Master Class in July if they get enough people, so I'm on that list, too!

I looked at the quads, and I have to agree with the Demure quad for Emma Watson's VF look.

Oh, and thank you for the compliments on my latest FOTDs. Momma Spy, I think it's the combination of both the GPS and Gazette Grey (used in the crease) that gives the look its depth.

 

[elegant-one]

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Originally Posted by purrtykitty I popped by the Chanel counter today and spoke with the SA for a bit. She hadn't met with the regional director yet because the meeting set for May was postponed until tomorrow, so she had no idea what the fall collection would entail. I told her it was really awesome, and asked if I could preorder. She whipped out her pad and started a 'Fall Preorder' List with me at the top! She also asked if I would be interested in attending a Master Class in July if they get enough people, so I'm on that list, too! I looked at the quads, and I have to agree with the Demure quad for Emma Watson's VF look. Oh, and thank you for the compliments on my latest FOTDs. Momma Spy, I think it's the combination of both the GPS and Gazette Grey (used in the crease) that gives the look its depth.

Wow, that is all exciting! Too bad they didn't have any more info for you, cause inquiring minds want to know

Well, I really dig that look a lot - its so sexy smokey that I'm doing that one baby

 

[purrtykitty]

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Well, at least we've seen stuff online. I saw a Paradoxal polish on evilbay already!!

http://cgi.ebay.com/Chanel-Le-Vernis...item4aa1f2d66c

 

[Hypathya]

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Originally Posted by elegant-one Had to pop in real quick & say that I just got the Chanel Soleil bronzer - OHMYGOSH it is pure gorgeous natural love on! I agree with everyone about how sunkissed natural it looks on. And honestly, I did not think that I was going to like it on me The smell IS divine!!! Seriously, I cannot believe how beautiful it looks on my skin. Hi everybody - I always love that ya'll are here!!!

We all love you elegant!!

Soooo glad you're loving the ST bronzing base that much!!

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Originally Posted by Meryl As much as I love all things Chanel - I just can't seem to buy their cosmetics. (Except for the glossimers, fragrances and nail polish, that is.) Here in Canada, it is quite difficult to return things and what if you buy an eyeshadow palette and it isn't as great as you thought it would be? We can't return it and that becomes a costly mistake. MAC allows returns.... not so easy at The Bay, but the free standing MAC stores are very nice about it. They don't want you to keep what doesn't work. It is extremely difficult for me to purchase cosmetics while under pressure. How does everyone here go about buying very expensive cosmetics? Especially when we probably already have a drawer full of shadows, lipsticks and blushes.

I can't return anything, not even MAC!! I've never regretted any Chanel purchase!!

I never buy anything under pressure!! Luckily, my MAs and SAs know me well and let me go home and think/stare at my swatches thoroughly, then I make a call to set my goodies aside or to let them part away!!

If I'm buying other brands than Chanel or MAC, I prefer to risk losing an item, even if it's LE, than regretting it!!

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Originally Posted by elegant-one Hi my dear golly...I know that antsy feeling Thats what I really loved about the Chanel bronzer - not shimmy just pure natural looking - "oh, I was laying outside by the pool in my bikini sipping martinis all day" look riiiiiight HEY, my wife's huffing Chanel again

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Originally Posted by Camnagem It actually really helps me having everyone here! Being able to talk things out, good or bad, about anything I'm debating makes my decisions way easier. The price tag makes you think, that's for sure. In all honesty though, I find what I get from Chanel really satisfies me. All the thought means I'm getting what I REALLY want. Sometimes with a MAC haul I think less about the product itself and more about the "gotta have that, it looks cute...it's crazy LE, I'll never forgive myself if I don't get it" aspect and end up with things I probably won't ever use...once. I'm still quite new to using the brand and very impressed every step of the way. Chanel quality is worth it to me. Plus, my hubby is amazing and lets me indulge in my crazy make-up obsession. That certainly helps!

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Originally Posted by elegant-one But, I am getting those Coton (with one "T" ) pads. I hate the ones I use now as the fibers get caught in my eyelashes which is not good when you wear contacts. ok, any excuse will do

I'm getting them because I'm "alergic" non-egyptian cotton!!

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Originally Posted by elegant-one Oh, I never ever buy cosmetics or anything under pressure - ever. I will swatch the same color many times before I decide for sure. But, I agree that Chanel does such wearable classic shades that generally speaking you won't get some crappy weird trendy thing. And, its my ONLY vice...... .....other than shoes, bras, purses, clothes, glasses, jewelry, did I say shoes.... oh, & a glass of wine in the evening - that's it!!!

I knew we're twins separated at birth!!

Those are my ONLY vices too!!

... those and craft supplies!!

 

[bis]

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Originally Posted by elegant-one It really is Beeeeeautiful on

I am doing some duty free shopping tomorrow, we will see

 

[elegant-one]

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Originally Posted by Hypathya We all love you elegant!! Soooo glad you're loving the ST bronzing base that much!! I'm getting them because I'm "alergic" non-egyptian cotton!! ^THAT will work too I knew we're twins separated at birth!! Those are my ONLY vices too!! ... those and craft supplies!!

You're kidding! We ARE twins. I guess I forgot that addiction too - craft supplies

Mine is beautiful papers, punches etc. Oh heavens

 

[Meryl]

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Originally Posted by stv578 I've never had any issue returning any MAC items at the Bay. I do occasionally get some attitude be it the Bay or the f/s store, but considering the amount of products i purchase and the few that go back, I really don't give a rat's ass if they get snarky with me! I understand your hesitation with buying Chanel products. I am always like that, and yes, we cannot return anything. But as others have mentioned, it does prevent me from impulse buying most of the time! And I've been happy with just about every item I've purchased (there were a couple RC's I wasn't too thrilled about, but that's about it). You can ask them to apply anything you want to test out, and they're not normally as busy as the MAC counter tends to be, so they'll usually have the time. Plus, Chanel doesn't really do any crazy trendy colours, so chances are, you're not going to bring something home and realize it just doesn't look good. It's quite honestly the only higher-end brand that I've been this satisfied with.

I'd rather avoid the snark and just keep the stuff.

I don't usually shop at The Bay for that reason.

 

[Meryl]

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Originally Posted by Camnagem It actually really helps me having everyone here! Being able to talk things out, good or bad, about anything I'm debating makes my decisions way easier. The price tag makes you think, that's for sure. In all honesty though, I find what I get from Chanel really satisfies me. All the thought means I'm getting what I REALLY want. Sometimes with a MAC haul I think less about the product itself and more about the "gotta have that, it looks cute...it's crazy LE, I'll never forgive myself if I don't get it" aspect and end up with things I probably won't ever use...once.

I think that's a good point. We buy more MAC than we may want just because it"s LE and reasonably priced. With Chanel, our decisions are more carefully thought out.

 

[coconut]

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Hmm, I've never had problems returning to the Bay. And Chanel (at the Bay) has told me that if I don't like something, I can return it.

 

[Hypathya]

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Originally Posted by SmokeSignal16 Has anyone tried the Inimitable Waterproof mascara and if so any thoughts on it if it is good?

I LOVE IT!! It dries a bit when I change cities with it, but I totally adore it!!
I never wear non-waterproof mascara!!

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Originally Posted by mac_aiken OK, now I am on a roll. If you had the opportunity which of these glossimers would you buy (or would you get them all)? Venus Courtisane Big Bang Also does anyone here have the Stage Lights quad? I believe it came out last year.

If I had to pick one, that would be Venus!!

Big Bang it's a medium peach with gold and pink sparkle.

Stage Lights was launched on Spring 2007. It's a gorgeous quad, but not neutral and really shimmery. It consists on a really light frosty pink (almost white), a satin-frosty lilly pink, a satin light lavender and a bright violet.

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Originally Posted by elegant-one You're kidding! We ARE twins. I guess I forgot that addiction too - craft supplies Mine is beautiful papers, punches etc. Oh heavens

I have a serious weakness for paper!!

But can't really choose between that and threads, beads, paints, crayons, punches, stickers, fabrics, books, magazines, stamps...

I love anything paper, needle and beading crafts!!