Holiday 2009: Nars

to wrap up the year that is the 15th anniversary of the brand, Nars has created a fabulous collection for Holiday '09. in it you will find shades that are deep and bold with festive shimmer-- ideal for creating a sophisticated and sultry look.

"for the holidays, i think it's a great time to feel beautiful and sexy...with a little bit of movie star attitude," says Francois Nars, founder and creative director of Nars Cosmetics.




Soft Touch Shadow Pencil

a new addition to the Nars product line that is sure to be a favorite for the season. this pencil offers a convenient delivery system and multi-purpose formula, is available in three playful shades-- Goddess, cool, divinely ethereal, glistening pink champagne. Aigle Noir -- a smoky, bold black infused with gold shimmer named for the dark, noble raptor that soars the Himalayas – graceful and rare. Skorpios--an irresistibly iridescent copper named for the alluring Greek isle of the famous and flamboyant.




Duo Eyeshadow

Brousse– deep, subtly shimmering hues of eggplant and the darkest wood create an earthy, yet sophisticated palette.

Eurydice– bordeaux with hints of iridescent blues and coal rich with metallic greens make for a modern holiday pairing.

Taiga– a surprising contrast of bright, yet intense hues in the sheerest of textures.



Mousson Cream Eyeshadow

a shimmering, spicy pine cream eyeshadow named for the monsoon – natural and unpredictable.





Rouge Andalou Nail Polish

long-lasting and lustrous, like its namesake region-- this classic, incandescent candy apple red nail hue is sultry, sexy and steeped in tradition.

Velvet Matte Lip Pencil

Pop Life– coat lips instantly with this bold, bright and modernly matte holly red hue that slips on with a velvety texture.

Toundra– richly pigmented, this barolo wine shade is creamy, long-lasting and matte for strong, seamless color.





Luxor Multiple

an iridescent pink to be used on eyes, cheeks, lips and body for dynamic highlights and a perfect, glowing complexion.


the Holiday 2009 collection is currently available at narscosmetics.com.

so what do you think? will you be running to your Nars counter to check it out?? let me know in the comments...

xo
images and info courtesy of Nars