I must preface this by saying that I am not particularly “down” with the women’s rights movement, or at least that isn’t the motivation for me saying that the new Mac Barbie Collection is girl’s fantasy gone bad. Did we really need another unrealistic iconic figure to attack our self esteem?
And before all the fashionistas get their panties in a bunch, let me just say I love cosmetics, fantasy, and all other things fabulous-- no matter how politically incorrect. But making up your face to assume a plastic disposition is by no means flattering. Most men I know don’t even like lipstick on their face let alone the shellac MAC is calling foundation. In addition if your foundation is too heavy how can you achieve that natural sun kissed glow (you know when the sun actually can reach your skin), which should be the basis for any summer look. A Barbie at the beach can never be attractive, unless it is “make pretend” at your daughter’s digression. Ok, to sum up an otherwise lengthy soliloquy, Barbie make up-- BAD, Sun kissed glossy look -- FAB.
It was hard for us to find a organic cosmetic company-- apparently harsh chemical products and being fabulous go hand in hand. Not a big surprise when you think that some of the most fabulous hair color is banded from the We’re not bias here are some more mineral cosmetic companies:
Now they all claim to be experts in the field so I say take your pick…
STYLE: Cosmetics Fit For a Queen..
0 Comments Published by JlL Mag on February 23, 2007 at 10:58 AM.
Not that every fashion statement could be taken from a drag queen, but you got to hand it to them, they paint on cosmetics like no other. Be it their flare for the dramatics-- or a just their need for a little more coverage than the average woman-- I am taking this article out of a page in a drag queens manual. I am not sure if this is what Urban Decay had in mind when putting together this ‘Rainbow Brite’ eye palette--but it works! Is it a tad bit dramatic? Of course! No one with subtly on the brain picks up ‘Heavy Metal’ eye glitter. The name alone should let you know that this isn’t for the weak at heart. To pull off this look you must have either a lot of balls, a lot of courage or be just plain fierce… either way work it honey!
Labels: Beauty, Cosmetics, Drag Queen, Urban Decay
