MAC X Toledo Collection (Feb 5, 2015)

[CiaoBellaa]

I dont see anything offensive with your assessment of the collection. In fact I rather agree with you on a number of points. The blush was a let down for me. I attempted to swatch ripe peach with my finger and didnt get a lot of pigmentation. It felt as though there was some film that acted like a barrier between the blush and my finger!

I used a brush and was able to get a bit more but nothing that could justify my spending money on it. Kingergarten Red was the only blush that stood out for me but I've never been one to spend a lot on blush (I use NYX because it has amazing pigmentation and is very cheap) so that made my decision easy.

The reds were easy for me to pass up because they remind me of the Rocky Horror collection, which I have. I dont see the point in buying another red lipstick that looks just like one I already own! Plus, like you said, there are too many options of the same thing so I think consumers feel underwhelmed and get what stands out, which is Oxblood in my opinion. I suppose that's why collections like the Osbournes sold so fast. There are a variety of unique colors that stand out in their own way.

Well said. Kindergarden Red is really pretty in person, something I could see myself using if the quality had been there.
I think Mac knows how to make a successful collection for sure, but when its more about a designers collaboration and vision, it's a totally different story (and not in a bad way). I think that is why designer Mac collabs don't seem to be as popular, because its sort of an extension of the designers work and it's very tailored to their specific tastes and creative vision. Whereas with a normal Mac collection, Mac knows the formula for a well-selling collection that will garner attention and meet their consumers desires.
That's just how I see it.

 

[Scorpio69]

Nordstrom will if you have one near you. They will hold it until close. Some MAC stores wilL just depends. Good luck.

Phone the stores in your area and see if they have some still. Because the collection launched today, they will likely be able to hold it for you until close tonight

Thank you, I went in late to my local mac store and there was hardly anyone there, !! Iam surprised given how quickly oxblood sold out on all the websites.

 

[geeofelia]

Oxblood sold out at my local counter walked in at 10:41. But seeing as it's similar to KS as others have said I don't feel bad. But I picked up tarot mascara and opera (I think). I don't own a lot of reds so i figure why not for the packaging. Which thre packaging I super adore. I'll post swatches later.

 

[MacNcheese]

nice haul @MacNcheese (btw I love your username!) Which blush did you get? I swatched Ripe Peach and it seemed very difficult to work with...not much pigmentation despite having to rub my finger on it numerous times. then i used a brush and there was a bit more pigment but not much. Kindergarten red had a decent amount of pigment when I swatched it so if i decide to go back and get a blush it'll be that one.

I got RP and I took back everything I said earlier about blushes with the film. This was my worst makeup purchase ever. ZERO pigmentation! It's going back today.

great swatches! great swatches! Do you love OB? It looks lovely on you I like it against your skin tone.

I Love oxblood! And thank you!

 

[msvluvsmac]

Thank you, I went in late to my local mac store and there was hardly anyone there, !! Iam surprised given how quickly oxblood sold out on all the websites.

Glad you found it!

 

[Marsha Pomells]

Wow... Just wow...

 

[Rikers Girl]

I bought oxblood, all the blushes, and chlorophyll mascara. None of the blushes show up on me except kindergarten but the price is a little steep for the coverage. The mascara is a keeper for me simply because my Inglot one is a deeper shade.

 

[Ana A]

I bought Victoriana and Barbecue online last week, today I woke up early and paid my store a visit. I ended up picking up RP and OB. To be honest I wasn't impressed with oxblood, not when I saw the promo images weeks ago and not when I swatched it today in store. I bought it anyway because I don't own Kinda Sexy and I thought it would be a nice alternative in better packaging.... but I honestly don't see what the big fuss is about. RP swatched poorly but it applied just fine on on my NC44 cheeks, AB looked gorgeous on the pan but it swatched and applied very poorly. I might end up picking up KR next week if it's still in stock just to keep my RP company because I don't really need anymore pink blushes.

 

[LMarie21]

I just got back from Macy's...I swatched all the lipsticks and considered getting one of the reds but they all just looked the same on my skin and I b2m for Relentlessly Red a few months ago and barely wear it - the guy at mac told me it was a more matte version of Victoriana (the only red I was really eyeing) so I skipped. But I did get Sin and Oxblood for my cousin. I wanted the Violentwink eyeshadow palette, but StarsN Rockets was the only standout one for me - I'll just get it in pan for my new z palette lol. Money saved! I think I am officially done with buying from this collection lol.

 

[allthingsglam]

Finally received my oxford order from ebay..And honestly I feel it really is overrated,barbecue was a better color but to each it's own.I can't believe I paid 35 for it.Here it is on me my skin tone is asian nc37-nc40.I tried to capture in the best lighting I could.

Finally received my oxford order from ebay..And honestly I feel it really is overrated,barbecue was a better color but to each it's own.I can't believe I paid 35 for it.Here it is on me my skin tone is asian nc37-nc40.I tried to capture in the best lighting I could.

it looks beautiful on u Enjoy love

Here's a swatch of oxblood for anyone interested in how this looks swatched on medium-light skin tone with redness (I swear I look like Rudolph the red nose reindoor year round!) Its a universally flattering color...id imagine this is why its sold out online. Also reminds me a bit of "Enchanted One" from the alluring aquatics collection. Oh and the lipglass is amazing. Very rich pigmentation although a bit "tacky." Got myself one of those as well

loveeee

Well said. Kindergarden Red is really pretty in person, something I could see myself using if the quality had been there. I think Mac knows how to make a successful collection for sure, but when its more about a designers collaboration and vision, it's a totally different story (and not in a bad way). I think that is why designer Mac collabs don't seem to be as popular, because its sort of an extension of the designers work and it's very tailored to their specific tastes and creative vision. Whereas with a normal Mac collection, Mac knows the formula for a well-selling collection that will garner attention and meet their consumers desires.  That's just how I see it.

im so excited u sum it up this is exactly how I feel about this collection I fell in love with the couple then the packaging honestly if it was a regular mac collection I probably would have not got as much as I did but I'm super happy about this one its one of my fave mac collections to date

 

[taya786]

Tenor voice....One of my favorites!!One thing though I think sometimes people hip up a product so much and everyone falls in the trap.My favorite lip products from this collection are barbecue,tenor voice,and maybe oxford but with the lipglass...You have to go to the store and try these on to really see how it looks on you.Everyone was raving about victoriana,and opera honestly they were ok.And the funny thing is they look almost identical on the lips

 

[NaomiH]

Everyone is looking amazing in their new items! :eyelove:

 

[elegant-one]

I've been trying to fight the urge to place a 2nd order since my 1st one last week, but your swatches convinced me to get Tenor Voice, so you're partly to blame.

Well, I hope you'll still love me in the morning

But its really gorgeous on.

 

[NaomiH]

I've been trying to fight the urge to place a 2nd order since my 1st one last week, but your swatches convinced me to get Tenor Voice, so you're partly to blame.  :haha:

Her swatch is what sealed the deal on me getting it just now! I tried it on in store and left it behind for some odd reason,but have since rectified that mistake by ordering it. Lol

 

[deevineanonyme]

Barbecue is

 

[NaomiH]

Barbecue is

So pretty!

 

[deevineanonyme]

So pretty!

Thank you

 

[taya786]

Here are my swatches room light on skin nc37-nc40 top to bottom.. Oxblood lipglass Oxblood lipstick Barbecue lipstick Tenor voice lipstick

 

[taya786]

Barbecue is

You look so pretty!!!That's your color♡♡

 

[mango13]

WOW! That lipstick looks amazing on you!!! I'm so glad I got it.