MAC - Venomous Villains Discussion

[User38]

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Originally Posted by katred Ok, so I have to ask our lovely informed ladies: I have salsarose. Do i need bite if an apple? I LOVE salsarose.

Salsarose is gorgeous -- but BOA is equally gorgeous and more corally/red.. it is really the stronger cheek for fall 2010 and next year

 

[katred]

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Originally Posted by HerGreyness Salsarose is gorgeous -- but BOA is equally gorgeous and more corally/red.. it is really the stronger cheek for fall 2010 and next year

For someone who only started wearing blush a few years ago (and even then, I only wore Tenderling and Blushbaby), I've actually gotten really comfortable with bright cheek colour. I'm definitely going to at least put this on my list of ones to test. While I worry it might look clownish on my pale skin, with a light hand it might be really special.

 

[ARmakeupjunkie]

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Originally Posted by smashedseries Mmm. I actually feel quite anxious about swatching this collection because after all, products turn up differently when on different skin and seeing that I've got asian skin, I'm dead sure that it's going to be way different. I'm going to hang on until I get to properly see them in person. I sometimes think that swatches are really misleading because the photos are taken under different light... And the worst part is when I forget that my skin tone is different from the swatcher's and end up completely disappointed in the store. I don't remember how many times that has happened - like, I think it'd work, get excited and rush down to the store, only to look at the swatch and think "Dang, that wasn't worth my trip down at all..." and walk out empty handed because that was the only product I wanted.

I understand how you feel. I'm a NW45 and well, we don't see swatches on skintones at or near that level too often before the collection comes out, if at all. That's one of the reasons I like Karen and Christine's swatches so much...there skintone is a little closer to mine. The funny thing is, even if someone that was a NW45 did swatches, it does not mean that it will look good on me. We mostly buy because we like an item. I have seen some girls with skintone very close to mine love an item when it comes out but I try it and hate it. That reminds me of Fresh Salmon lipstick. So many people loved it but, it looks like a hot mess on me. At some point, we kinda learn what will look good on us and what won't, what we like and what we don't like. That makes the whole process alot easier.

Also, I find it interesting that so many people don't like the look Christine did with some of the VV products because it's not evil, dramatic enough. She does not represent MAC, she represents herself and her site. She did the same thing we would all do; create looks that work for us, that we like. Just because the collection has the word Villains in it does not mean that every look has to be dark and edgy. The look the MAC Artist created for Cruella on the video is evidences of that. Just my two cents.

 

[LittleMaryJane]

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Originally Posted by ARmakeupjunkie Also, I find it interesting that so many people don't like the look Christine did with some of the VV products because it's not evil, dramatic enough. She does not represent MAC, she represents herself and her site. She did the same thing we would all do; create looks that work for us, that we like. Just because the collection has the word Villains in it does not mean that every look has to be dark and edgy. The look the MAC Artist created for Cruella on the video is evidences of that. Just my two cents.

She did what she wanted to do with the products and isn't that what makeup is for? If she was trying to SELL MAC, yeah maybe her interpretation should have been a little more on topic so to speak but... She's not..

 

[Purrple]

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Originally Posted by ARmakeupjunkie Also, I find it interesting that so many people don't like the look Christine did with some of the VV products because it's not evil, dramatic enough. She does not represent MAC, she represents herself and her site. She did the same thing we would all do; create looks that work for us, that we like. Just because the collection has the word Villains in it does not mean that every look has to be dark and edgy. The look the MAC Artist created for Cruella on the video is evidences of that. Just my two cents.

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Originally Posted by LittleMaryJane She did what she wanted to do with the products and isn't that what makeup is for? If she was trying to SELL MAC, yeah maybe her interpretation should have been a little more on topic so to speak but... She's not..

I agree, too. I don't see what's wrong with an everyday work-safe version of this makeup.

 

[silentstorm143]

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I think the point of makeup is to make us happy not others.

 

[martiangurll]

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Originally Posted by katred For someone who only started wearing blush a few years ago (and even then, I only wore Tenderling and Blushbaby), I've actually gotten really comfortable with bright cheek colour. I'm definitely going to at least put this on my list of ones to test. While I worry it might look clownish on my pale skin, with a light hand it might be really special.

I am on the fence about this one myself. I haven't really collected MAC blushes but this one looks really unique. I think it will take a real light hand & some fancy brush work to make it work on the pale kittens but it will be really dramatic and smoking hot on the WOC. I just can't decide if I want it. I could justify spending on it since I won't be buying any Rodarte now. I have to remember that just because I really like the color or like it on other folks, doesn't mean I will like it or use it on myself!

 

[laylalovesmac]

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Originally Posted by bellaboomboom Temptalia really helped me with my list: Oh so fair powder sweet joy shadow bad fairy polish she who dares e/s revenge is sweet gloss strange potion gloss + what my Mom wants I can't wait!

HAHA! This is an item on my list, too!

She Who Dares MES
My Dark Magic MES
Briar Rose BP
Oh So Fair BP
Slick Black GPS
Push the Edge Pigment
+ what my Mom wants

I knocked French Quarter off since I really wanted more of a Greengrease color from it, and I think I may have tracked one down. With my Young Punk in the mail and a prospective Greengrease, it feels like Christmas!

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Originally Posted by HerGreyness all joking aside... I think this is a top notch collection and should be demo'd as such.. and I think this collection will sell like cwazy

I know! I called to reserve, but they didn't have stock yet. I told them to call me the minute they get it in.

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Originally Posted by erine1881 imma ya right back! i can't wait to do super dramatic, evil looks with this collection!

You and me both, girl!!!!
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Originally Posted by liba I would like to use this moment to rant Ladies, it's time to move on from your bog-standard 3 or 4 or 5 color, uber-blended eye look with vertical bands of color across the lid from dark on the outside to light on the inner edge, always with the mascara and liner, etc etc. We have wonderful new formulas that can let us do so much more - sheer, smudged, darkened, elongated, ringed, paled, raw, violent, wet, glowing, unfinished, the list goes on. Call me old, but I remember the days when you couldn't do any of the above because the formulas usually just weren't versatile, buildable or blendable enough. Nowadays, you can really play and still look polished and put together, so go crazy already!

COMPLETELY AGREE!!!! That's why I'm completely in love with GPS at the moment.

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Originally Posted by katred Exactly! it's called Venomous Villains. I'm looking forward to doing nice dark eyes and lips (screw the adage that you shouldn't do both), or big, smudgy, dramatic eyes and... well, you get the idea. I think the MES are going to be amazing for this sort of look and between this collection and FF the dark lipstick fan who lives in my heart is going to be very happy.

w/ everything!

 

[LMD84]

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Originally Posted by silentstorm143 I think the point of makeup is to make us happy not others.

yup! this is very true

 

[User38]

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Originally Posted by ARmakeupjunkie I understand how you feel. I'm a NW45 and well, we don't see swatches on skintones at or near that level too often before the collection comes out, if at all. That's one of the reasons I like Karen and Christine's swatches so much...there skintone is a little closer to mine. The funny thing is, even if someone that was a NW45 did swatches, it does not mean that it will look good on me. We mostly buy because we like an item. I have seen some girls with skintone very close to mine love an item when it comes out but I try it and hate it. That reminds me of Fresh Salmon lipstick. So many people loved it but, it looks like a hot mess on me. At some point, we kinda learn what will look good on us and what won't, what we like and what we don't like. That makes the whole process alot easier. Also, I find it interesting that so many people don't like the look Christine did with some of the VV products because it's not evil, dramatic enough. She does not represent MAC, she represents herself and her site. She did the same thing we would all do; create looks that work for us, that we like. Just because the collection has the word Villains in it does not mean that every look has to be dark and edgy. The look the MAC Artist created for Cruella on the video is evidences of that. Just my two cents.

with your comments on skin tones and how sometimes swatches do not reflect how a product may look on lighter, darker or more tanned skintones. That is one reason why buying online is so difficult -- you have to gauge the swatches and take a chance on the descriptions. It really is best to actually try the product on.

I happen to think Christine/Temptalia has a lovely blog site -- the fact that her representation of the VV colours did not impress me was because the colours are more vibrant than what was represented (I have seen these in person). You are totally right in saying she represents herself and her site -- and is free to do as she pleases with the colours.. just as I am free to feel unimpressed

That said, not all looks have to dark and edgy.. but in order to present this line as it was intended by MAC: Makeup Art Cosmetics -- a bit more oomph would have worked to present the full potential of the collection

From an economic viewpoint, if I want colour and no "edge or bite" I would not spend on MAC, but rather go with a DS line and get a lovely dupe

and do a simple everyday mu with similar colours

 

[HOTasFCUK]

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Has anyone else swatched the collection besides Temptalia? I saw another blog last night (very pretty swatches) but i want to see more!!! I'm really loving Devilishy Stylish & Strange Potion lipglosses!

 

[User38]

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Originally Posted by Purrple I agree, too. I don't see what's wrong with an everyday work-safe version of this makeup.

I guess I am an old barracuda who is tired of anything "safe"

but there is nothing wrong with it.. its jmho

 

[equus18]

Sweet Joy vs. Ben Nye's Iced Gold

Does anybody know if they are similar? If it is then I'm not getting Sweet Joy.

 

[katred]

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Originally Posted by HerGreyness I happen to think Christine/Temptalia has a lovely blog site -- the fact that her representation of the VV colours did not impress me was because the colours are more vibrant than what was represented (I have seen these in person). You are totally right in saying she represents herself and her site -- and is free to do as she pleases with the colours.. just as I am free to feel unimpressed That said, not all looks have to dark and edgy.. but in order to present this line as it was intended by MAC: Makeup Art Cosmetics -- a bit more oomph would have worked to present the full potential of the collection

I wanted to make it clear that I wasn't criticising Christine or Temptalia- just voicing an opinion on the look from my own viewpoint. The look didn't do it for me personally, but then again, I wasn't planning on buying the specific products she used, so that's hardly surprising.

 

[Modmom]

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Originally Posted by HOTasFCUK Has anyone else swatched the collection besides Temptalia? I saw another blog last night (very pretty swatches) but i want to see more!!! I'm really loving Devilishy Stylish & Strange Potion lipglosses!

Makeup and Beauty blog did a great review!!! Helped me narrow down my selection.

MAC Venomous Villains: 101 Things You Didn’t Know: Makeup and Beauty Blog: Makeup Reviews, Beauty Tips and Drugstore Beauty Finds

 

[HOTasFCUK]

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Originally Posted by Modmom Makeup and Beauty blog did a great review!!! Helped me narrow down my selection. MAC Venomous Villains: 101 Things You Didn’t Know: Makeup and Beauty Blog: Makeup Reviews, Beauty Tips and Drugstore Beauty Finds

LOL that was the other blog i was thinking of but couldn't remember the name. Love her swatches and helped me make my list too! Thanks for posting it again.....yeah i'm looking at the swatches again!

 

[shontay07108]

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Just to add another 2 cents to Temptalia's VV's look: You have to remember, if you frequent her site,you know that a majority of her readers are...picky. I'm being nice. They like simple things, I've noticed and bold colors/styles are not taken with the greatest of enthusiasm. I think people go to her site for things they can do and wear out themselves. I think it's good that she's giving wearable options b/c I've heard plenty of people saying they're skipping this b/c they don't want to look like a cartoon. Plus, even though Temptalia sometimes does bold colors, she never really does anything theatrical anyway. Still, it is indeed up to each individual whether they like her look or not. It's all good.

 

[laylalovesmac]

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I'm not dissing Temptalia, either. Just not the kind of look that I am impressed by- especially for this collection. But, I do understand that a lot of people actually like neutrals and everyday looks, and maybe I'm the only one who loves crazy makeup everyday.

 

[LMD84]

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Originally Posted by shontay07108 Just to add another 2 cents to Temptalia's VV's look: You have to remember, if you frequent her site,you know that a majority of her readers are...picky. I'm being nice. They like simple things, I've noticed and bold colors/styles are not taken with the greatest of enthusiasm. I think people go to her site for things they can do and wear out themselves. I think it's good that she's giving wearable options b/c I've heard plenty of people saying they're skipping this b/c they don't want to look like a cartoon. Plus, even though Temptalia sometimes does bold colors, she never really does anything theatrical anyway. Still, it is indeed up to each individual whether they like her look or not. It's all good.

seriously?! people have said that! i don't even think that the mac models looked that cartoonish! let alone one of us normal people just using some of the products together.

 

[Shadowy Lady]

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I always want to do more dramatic looks and never get to do them. I can't wear them to work obviousely and somehow i fail to do it on the weekends too

I do bold looks but nothing quite theatrical. I love to see others do it though