Burberry Kisses Lipstick in Military Red

A little while ago Burberry ran a twitter campaign where you could send a Burberry Kiss to someone and that person would get the chance to pick a sample shade of the new Burberry Kisses Lipstick to be sent to them. I was lucky enough to get nominated and I chose a vibrant and classic red shade - 109 Military Red.

Just look how cute the sample packaging is, it comes complete with the iconic Burberry print and this includes on the actual lipstick too!

Burberry say 

Discover Burberry Kisses, the effortlessly buildable lip colour, designed to give multiple lip looks with just one shade. 

The weightless formula delivers a customisable make-up result – a single kiss of colour gives understated luminosity, two or three kisses give intense depth and vibrancy.
A rich blend of satin-finish pigments and shiny polymers gives luminous colour brilliance
Enriched with our signature blend of tea, lavender and rosehip, the whisper-light texture glides on with supreme comfort and gives six hours of continuous hydration. 

Burberry Kisses shade No.109 Military Red, actual colour 

My thoughts 

It is well documented on BeautySwot.com that I adore the Burberry Makeup range, especially the various lipstick formulas and Burberry Kisses doesn't disappoint.

The product feels light on the lips and hydrating. I love that the application can be built up from pretty sheer on first application to full on coverage, as a red this makes it far less scary for me to wear. As a result this is a rare red that I would personally consider wearable for day and of course it will take you right into the evening. It is indeed luminous and bright, lifting the complexion and putting a sparkle in the eyes

Military Red Burberry Kisses is a beautiful true red that I adore.

Take a look at how it looks on me below

Wearing Military Red Burberry Kisses

Burberry Kisses Lipstick cost £25

3 Luxury Nude Lipsticks You Need In Your Handbag

Trust me when I say that a nude lip will never go out of fashion. So whether the trend is a red lip or a bright lip or a vampy dark lip...the alternative is always nude. Which is just as well for me because I adore nude shade lipsticks and glosses, I have far more than I need but I cannot resist them.

Here I have whittled it down to my three favourite luxury nude lipsticks

Swatches of YSL, Charlotte Tilbury & Burberry

1. YSL Rouge Volupte Lipstick in Nude Beige - This is a moist looking pinky nude shade that is gorgeous with a smokey eye.

2. Charlotte Tilbury K.I.S.S.I.N.G Nude Kate Lipstick  - This shade is a moist nude, nude shade. A my lips but better shade that Charlotte created for Kate Moss. This is a new lipstick for me but I am already smitten by its luxe formula.

Here I am wearing it*

3. Burberry Lip Velvet in Pink Apricot - This lipstick is a pretty peachy nude in a matte formula. I love wearing this day to day as the peachy tone gives a  lovely brightness to the skin.

Which luxury nude lipsticks do you like to wear?

*If you want to see how the other two lipsticks look on me click on the titles which have links to previous reviews.

Burberry Brit Rhythm For Her Eau De Toilette Review

Burberry say 

Brit Rhythm is a free-spirited, irreverent fragrance for women
Experience a rush of English lavender, neroli and pink peppercorn
An intoxicating heart of blackberry leaves, orris absolute and orange flower absolute
A deep and sensual baseline of vetiver, musk and vibrant woods

Top notes - English Lavender, Neroli, Pink Peppercorn

Heart notes - Blackberry Leaves, Orris Absolute, Orange Flower Absolute

Base notes - Vetiver, Musk, Vibrant Woods

My thoughts 

Burberry's newest fragrance is an elegant affair. A delicious and warm concoction of sweet and yet fresh fruits and flowers with more than a hint of powdery loveliness. This is smooth, very smooth and the base of musk just adds to the perfectness of this scent. Feminine and sensual, I have to say I can't get enough of it its beauty. I am feeling the rhythm!

Burberry Brit Rhythm For Her Eau De Toilette 30ml costs £40 

Burberry Lip Velvet Antique Pink No.303

My love affair with Burberry makeup continues...

Pictured above is a Burberry mini lipstick (utterly cute!) Burberry Lip Velvet in Antique Pink No.303

The mini lipsticks are adorable as the packaging still features the exquisite Burberry print that we know and love.

Antique Pink is a lovely warm pinky brown shade that lifts and warms the skin rather than drawing life out of it that I find with some brown toned lipsticks. The Lip Velvet formula is matte but not flat and extremely comfortable to wear on the lips. Perfectly pigmented to give a rich, even colour in just one application, staying power is good too lasting a few hours.

Burberry Lip Velvet Antique Pink No.303 Swatch 

Wearing Burberry Lip Velvet Antique Pink No.303

Burberry Lip Velvet Lipstick cost £22.50 each

*Mini sample given with purchase

What's In My Makeup Bag - Weekend Style!

Although I technically didn't go away for the weekend I was away for 2 nights and three days, this was all the makeup and skincare that I took. It looks like a lot pictured, however there were a lot of minis included in this stash and I absolutely LOVE my Cath Kidston bag which holds a lot, there was still some spare space in there!

I should add I flew to Dublin and so had to comply with the flying rules on liquids. Liquids & Gels were placed in a clear bag whilst going through security and obviously each item was less than 100ml.

Skincare

L'Occitane Cherry Princess Hand Cream Travel Size 
Lanolips 101 Ointment
From the Elemis Brilliantly Beautiful Travel Set - Pro-Radiance Cleansing Balm 20ml
                                                                                 Cellular Recovery Skin Bliss Capsules 14 caps
                                                                                 Pro-Collagen Marine Cream 15ml

Makeup

From the Benefit How To Look Best At Everything Set - 
POREfessional PRO balm to minimise the appearance of pores 7.5ml
Hello Flawless Oxygen Wow “cheers to me” in Champagne brightening makeup 7ml

BURBERRY Warm Glow Natural Bronzer in Summer Glow 04

Smashbox Blush Rush Powder in Silhouette

Bourjois Little Round Pot Blush in LILAS D'OR
Palladio Herbal Eye Shadow Trio - Chocolates (the 3 shades take me from day to night)
Boots No7 High Shine Lip Crayon in Daydreamer - a barely there nude

Clinique Long Lasting Lipstick in All Heart - A beautiful bright

Estee Lauder Stay Perfect Concealer & Sumptuous Extreme Mascara Duo 

Fragrance - Burberry Body EDP Perfume Sample Spray

Burberry Lip Velvet Pink Apricot Lipstick

I was so impressed with the Burberry lipsticks that I have tried in the past that when I was on the hunt for a new nude lipstick I headed to the Burberry Beauty counter for some assistance. I was intending to try and get a dupe for my all time favourite nude shade by No7 a limited edition matte shade called Nude Rebel. As it happened there was nothing quite like it, with the help of the friendly assistant in John Lewis I took a closer look at Pink Apricot No301 in the Lip Velvet collection as I liked the look of it from the website.

The lip velvet collection are matte, are not at all drying on the lips but hydrating. Are packed full of pigment and smell wonderful. Pink Apricot is a delightful peachy nude and a welcome addition to my nude collection.

Swatch of Pink Apricot second in from left

Burberry Lip Velvet Lipsticks £22.50

Seven Nude Glosses and Lipsticks In My Handbag - With Swatches

My handbag is a treasure trove of mystery, it always seems so heavy and in an attempt to lighten the load I realised that it was being weighed down by makeup and more accurately umpteen lipsticks and glosses.. I thought I had removed a few of the offending items (yes, there are even more nude shades that are not shown here) but it seemed when I yet again emptied my bag that there were no less than 7 nude shades of lipsticks and glosses that I came across. I might add I do also have two bright shades of lipstick permanently in my bag, you know for those just in case moments!

Pictured above are the 7 shades that seem to live in my handbag or get thrown in when I fancy yet another shade of ..nude.

Swatches 

Pictured from left to right

New CID Cosmetics i-gloss in Honey Pot

Burberry Lip Velvet in Pink Apricot 

No7 High Shine Lip Crayon in Daydreamer

Soap & Glory Sexy Mother Pucker Gloss Stick in Nudist

Collection Little Mix Jade's Lipstick

Benefit Hoola Ultra Plush Lip Gloss 

No7 High Shine Lip Gloss in Coral Kiss

Burberry Body EDP _ Perfume Sample Saturday

Today's Perfume Sample Saturday features Burberry Body Eau De Parfum 

Burberry Body is described as a feminine and effortlessly sensual fragrance. Initially, it is ever so slightly fruity and sparkly but the top notes move aside quickly to reveal the deliciously floral rose and iris blended with the warmth of sandalwood and the sweet powdery tones of vanilla and musk. This EDP is extremely easy to wear and for me the name Body for this perfume makes me think that it was so named because the delicateness of the perfume created is (in the perfumier's head) just how the bare skin of a woman smells, the scent of a woman. A fragrance that will appeal to all age groups.

Top notes: Green Absinthe, Peach, Freesia

Heart notes: Natural Rose Absolute, Iris, Sandalwood

Base notes: Woody Cashmeran, Creamy Vanilla, Amber, Musk

Subtle, sensual, very nice.

Burberry Body EDP 60ml costs £55

Burberry Lip Cover in Rosewood

I think if I had to choose I would say that Burberry makes my favourite lipsticks - they make them in a variety of formulas - Lip Mist, Lip Velvet and Lip Cover, they offer a good selection of shades and being a sucker for luxurious looking products I love the solid metallic check outer casing and adore the iconic print on the actual lipsticks.

I received this tiny sample in a GlossyBox way back and have barely used it - firstly because it is so incredibly cute and secondly because I wasn't feeling the love for the brownish shade that Rosewood is... however in a return to the fashion of the 90's, the browns are back in vogue and actually Rosewood is perfect for the onset of Autumn.

Burberry say 

Burberry Lip Cover adds a touch of radiance
The lightweight combination of nourishing oils and gel dispersed pigment ensures intense moisture and long lasting colour
Burberry Lip Cover contains anti-aging ceramides for fuller lip definition

My thoughts 

Burberry Lip Cover in Rosewood feels gorgeously light and uber moisturising on the lips and the brown tone  is warm, very flattering and wearable. Ideal for an understated daytime look but a deeper shade than a nude. (for me anyway!)

Wearing Rosewood 

Burberry Lip Cover costs £22.50 and is available in 22 shades

Burberry Lip Velvet - No308 Pink Azalea

Matte lipsticks are a huge trend and one that I am more than happy to embrace.

Burberry Lip Velvet in shade no308 - Pink Azalea is a gorgeous matte dark pink/magenta colour proving that matte does not equal flat..

Burberry say

Iconic pigments give incredibly dense, luminous colour; gel technology gives weightless, imperceptible feel and comfortable long wear performance, while triglycerides and wild rose continuously hydrate.

My thoughts

Casing that is weighty with the synonymous Burberry Check, magnetic closure that ensures the lid never comes loose and a rose scented lipstick with the Burberry print ensures that Lip Velvet is up there with the best of the lipsticks I have ever tried. A wonderful matte velvety finish with a radiance that brings life to lips means that I reach for this often. I find the texture dry to apply but it is not drying on the lips.

Next on my list is no301 Pink Apricot Lip Velvet as an every day shade.

Here I am wearing Burberry Pink Azalea on a visit to The View at The Shard

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Burberry Lip Velvet costs £23 and is available from Harrods, John Lewis Oxford St and uk.burberry.com

Burberry Beauty Spring/Summer 2013

I am really excited about Burberry Beauty's Spring/Summer 2013 Collection.

Described as a powerfully feminine look with glowing shots of colour, inspired by the mood and energy of the Burberry Prorsum spring/summer 2013 runway collection. The runway featured stunning shiny, bright macs in pinks and purples and clear handbags in yellow, orange, blue, green and brown. Beautifully bright and visually masterful. Images from the catwalk show can be found here.

The make up - Think bright cheeks and lips whilst keeping eyes understated and almost natural looking. This is a look we can all achieve.

BURBERRY GLOW
LIGHT GLOW Coral Pink No.09 - £29.00
LIGHT GLOW Hydrangea Pink No.10- £29.00 (pictured)

BURBERRY LIPS
LIP GLOW Mallow Pink No.19 - £18.50
LIP GLOW Pink Sweet Pea No.20 – Limited edition - £18.50 (pictured)
LIP GLOW Fondant Pink No.21 - £18.50
LIP GLOW Coral No.22 - £18.50

BURBERRY EYES
SHEER EYE SHADOW Gold Pearl No.26 - £22.50

Just Gorgeous!

On Counter From January 2013

Burberry Beauty Autumn/Winter 2012 Collection

I have said it before but I love the whole Burberry Beauty Look.  There is something so effortlessly polished, understated and wearable about the products and shades.

This is an advertising shot for the new A/W 2012 collection, once again fronted by Cara Delevingne


The look

Effortless smoky eyes with rich velvety brown shades.
Flawless matte skin with a soft focus velvet finish and gently contoured cheeks
Natural dusky pink lips.

This Autumn sees the release of the Velvet Foundation which is described as a long lasting matte foundation with a soft velvety finish (available in 8 shades)

Also in the new collection

Burberry Eyes

Sheer EyeShadow  in Dark Sable No.23
Sheer EyeShadow  in Mulberry No.24


Burberry Lips


Lip Cover in Mocha Glow No.31
Lip Cover in Sepia Pink No.32

Available on counters from August 2012

Introducing The New Faces of BURBERRY BEAUTY

British models Cara Delevingne, Jourdan Dunn and Edie Campbell have been unveiled as the new faces of Burberry Beauty in this new advertising campaign shot by the legendary photographer Mario Testino. 

The Campaign showcases Burberry Beauty signature effortless looks, created by Burberry Beauty Artistic Consultant Wendy Rowe.

 CARA DELEVINGNE

BURBERRY EYES

EFFORTLESS MASCARA                 Midnight Brown No.02

Sheer Eye Shadow                    Rosewood No.09

Sheer Eye Shadow                                Pearl Grey No.17

BURBERRY SKIN

SHEER FOUNDATION (Luminous Fluid Foundation)

Sheer Concealer

burberry GLOW

Fresh Glow

LIGHT GLOW                                   Earthy Blush No.07

burberry LIPS

Lip Mist                                          Copper No.202

JOURDAN DUNN

BURBERRY EYES

EFFORTLESS MASCARA                 Midnight Black No.01

SHEER EYE SHADOW                    Midnight Brown No.21

Eye Definer                                 Midnight Black No.01

BURBERRY SKIN

SHEER FOUNDATION (Luminous Fluid Foundation)

SHEER FOUNDATION (Luminous Compact Foundation)

Sheer Concealer

BURBERRY GLOW

LIGHT GLOW                                   Blossom Blush No.05

WARM GLOW                                  Nude Glow No.03

BURBERRY LIPS

Lip Cover                                      Nude Cashmere No.25

Lip Definer                                   Nude Beige No.01

EDIE CAMPBELL

burberry EYES

EFFORTLESS MASCARA                 Midnight Black No.01

Sheer Eye Shadow                    Almond No.06

Sheer Eye Shadow                    Porcelain No.03

EYE DEFINER                                 Golden Brown No.06

burberry SKIN

SHEER FOUNDATION (Luminous Fluid Foundation)

Sheer Concealer

burberry GLOW

Fresh Glow

LIGHT GLOW                                   Earthy Blush No.07

LIGHT GLOW                                   Misty Blush No.08

burberry LIPS

Lip Cover                                      Romantic Rose No.24

I absolutely love the BURBERRY look, I had a good play with the makeup at the John Lewis new beauty Hall launch and recently reviewed the Warm Glow Bronzer. If you haven't checked BURBERRY BEAUTY I highly recommend you do.

BURBERRY Warm Glow Natural Bronzer in Summer Glow 04 - Review

BURBERRY Warm Glow Natural Bronzer in Summer Glow 04. 

From the packaging to the product this bronzer just oozes quality and luxury. The bronzer comes in a BURBERRY print black wallet, the actual product is contained in a BURBERRY print mirrored case that feels nice and solid. With magnetic closure it stays firmly shut.

Applying warm glow is like a dream. Using a bronzer brush,  the finely milled powder blends into the skin beautifully to give a gorgeous and incredibly natural looking glow that makes the skin look flawless and radiant. The shade is ideal for a sun-kissed appearance. I honestly cannot rave about it enough. The colour is perfect for me but it is easily buildable to be layered to look darker.  If you look closely you can see the tiniest of shimmer particles that are in the product. The shimmer is so fine, it is just an incredibly natural addition to the bronzer which adds to the overall 'glow' and gives a healthy sheen to the skin, avoiding that flat matte look.

Swatch of BURBERRY Warm Glow in Summer Glow 04

Summer Glow really does provide me with the most beautiful warmth to my skin, a wonderful yellow based glow as opposed to an orange or dirty brown darkness that some bronzers leave you with. I have to say I am in the process of giving away all my other bronzers as this is by far my favourite. It is pricey but in my opinion worth it.

BURBERRY Warm Glow Natural Bronzer in Summer Glow 04 costs £31


*Provided in a press goody bag

March 2012 GlossyBox - The Harrods Edition

I was so excited when the postman knocked on my door with this month's GlossyBox. The March box was to be a collaboration with Harrods no less! There were a few hints of what might appear in the boxes from GlossyBox Ambassador's but the products could have been any combination of 5 products from a selection of 15..

Inside 

I have to say when I opened this box up it probably elicited the most favourable response since the first box I received and admittedly it was all down to the tiny box at the top of the photo... The Burberry Lipstick. Now I don't really ever squeal but this made me happy, very happy indeed. I have been wanting to try Burberry makeup for so long now but not yet managed to get to Harrods. The inclusion of the Lip Cover was a perfect representation of the GlossyBox and Harrods Special Edition and just oozed luxury to me.

The products 


Narciso Rodriguez - For Her Eau De Parfum 1ml - I LOVE this perfume, smells incredibly grown up and sensuous, just a real shame it was so tiny!

Molton Brown - Heavenly Ginger-Lily Moisture Bath & Shower 50ml - I have been using Molton Brown for many years now, this is not my favourite scent of theirs but it will get used and it is a nice generous sized sample.

YSL - Forever Youth Liberator Serum 5ml - I am at the age when I am using serums as well as facial moisturisers and I am really looking forward to trying this particular one from YSL. The sample comes with a dropper lid. With promises of improved radiance, plumping and anti-wrinkle lift, I will let you know how I get on with it.

Clarins - Extra-Firming Body Cream 30ml - This is a beautiful, instantly absorbing cream. This smells gorgeous and refreshing, like watermelon. I like the inclusion of Clarins products, they are not overly expensive but neither are they that cheap. I for one, definitely like to try before I buy and this is a perfect way to do so with a good sized tube.

The Piece de Resistance 

Burberry Beauty - Miniature Lip Cover Rosewood No4


An object of beauty doesn't quite cover it, this is one of the cutest miniatures I have ever owned, a perfect replica of the actual item. It is really funny actually as my hands are quite small, the lip cover doesn't look that small in the photo above but placed against the perfume sample and you get an idea of the actual size.

Soft, with a satin sheen this feels so moist on the lips. Rosewood is a very wearable warm shade.

The Burberry Lip Cover warrants a lips of the day post so keep reading!

To sum up, I was immensely happy with the GlossyBox sent out to me this month. No, there wasn't a full size product in there but all of the products I would use.

*PR Sample

My 'Lust Have' Christmas Wish List

This Ted Baker Make-up Bag - £22 - is so pretty! Available from www.tedbaker.com or Ted Baker stockists.

It is big enough for all my beauty essentials and has a fab print inside too - best of all it is wipe clean.

Bobbi Brown Sparkle Glamour Quad - £30 Available from www.bobbibrown.co.uk and Bobbi Brown Counters.

This stunning palette contains 1 highlighter and 3 smouldering, smokey-eye-shadows, all infused with fine, light-catching glitter!

Jo Malone Red Roses Cologne £34 for 30ml - Available from www.jomalone.co.uk

I am a huge fan of Roses, in pretty much any form so this scent containing seven varieties of rose and balanced with lemon and honeycomb makes it onto my must have list.

Connock London Candle £36.80 - Available from www.connocklondon.com

I would like this as it is infused with the sensual, exotic fragrance of Hawaiian flowers with floral notes of Jasmine and Gardenia. It will evoke memories of my Honeymoon in Hawaii - good times!

Blusher Brush from Shu Uemura - £41 - Available from www.shuuemura.co.uk and Shu Uemura counters.

Blusher Brush - 20B - One of the best blusher brushes out there - Made of Pony Hair, it has soft, flexible bristles for sharply defined cheeks and precise and delicate shading.

And finally this gorgeous and luxurious looking Burberry Make-Up - Available exclusively from Harrods

Burberry Beauty Sheer Eye Shadow in Trench or Gold Trench £22

I love the fact this is a light and creamy long-lasting formula and is embossed with the signature Burberry check! It also comes in a compact case with a brush and presented in a pouch with embossed check design.

Burberry Lip Cover in Nude Beige £22

Obviously this is not a picture of the Nude Beige but it gives you an idea of the type of packaging that it comes in. This is beautifully designed and really must take a place in my cosmetic bag...The Lip Cover is a satin lipstick contained in Burberry check casing. Benefits include - continuous hydration, anti-aging ceramides for fuller lips and UV filters to protect from environmental damage.

I hope you enjoyed reading what is on my list, what is on your 'lust have' list this Christmas ?