While many states are bracing themselves for snow next week, visitors to Las Vegas can expect to see temperatures in the low seventies all week. Needless to say, we have already sprung into spring! I am not complaining though, especially when I had the opportunity to view the NARS 2018 Spring Color Collection over the weekend. The neutral hues, with the soft pinks and touches of shimmer in this collection, have put me in the mood for the upcoming season. Spring it on!
The event was held at the NARS boutique at the Forum Shops at Caesers
Palace and organized by fashion stylist, Christie Moeller. I love these events. Not only do I have the chance to view new collections and enjoy cocktails, but the NARS team invites one of their makeup artists to do demonstrations and share makeup tips. Thank you to the lovely Saffire Cherry for sharing the most insightful makeup tips especially for someone like me who loves makeup, but can always benefit from tips on proper application.
Without further ado, introducing the new 2018 Spring Color Collection with some product information and tips from Saffire:
Liquid Blush: Hot Tin Roof
The limited edition Hot Tin Roof is described as a shimmering brick red shade, however, it applies more like a rose color depending on how much you put on. Applying blush has always been a challenge for me. I often think I look like Santa Claus when I put it on with a little too much on the apples of my cheeks. While it is cute for Santa, it is definitely not my best look.
Saffire says:
– This is highly pigmented so one to two drops is all you need. Warm it in the palm of your hand before applying. The heat will soften the texture to allow for a smoother application.
– This has buildable and blendable coverage. Always start with one drop and dab or pat on your cheeks, rather than stroking it on.
– If you apply too much, blend a little foundation over your cheeks to tone the color down.
Highlighting Blush: Free Soul
Free Soul is a light, shimmery shade of pink. It is a powder blush that can be worn alone or over another blush shade to add a little sparkle to your cheeks. Saffire applied this to our model for the night who had an olive complexion and another whose skin was more fair. I love the versatility of this shade because it looked gorgeous on both polar opposite skin tones!
Lip Covers: Embrasse Moi, Hell Gate, Summer Fire and Under Arrest
I LOVE all the limited edition shades in this collection. Typically, there is always a certain shade in a collection that doesn’t quite suit you, but all of these shades are perfect to transition from a day to evening look. I tried these lip covers and they are so richly pigmented. One glide over your lips gives you that velvety smooth finish without feeling sticky. They also can be layered over darker, matte shades to give your lips a luminous glow.
Velvet Shadow Sticks: Galice and Frioul
To round out this collection are the Velvet Shadow Sticks in Galice and Frioul. They give your eyes that standout, metallic finish when worn alone. When worn as a base shadow, it adds extra intensity to another eye shadow. It lasts for many hours without giving you that shadow crease on your eyelid.
Thank you Christie, Saffire and the NARS team for this wonderful event. Click on the gallery below for more photos!
I’ll be adding these to the list for future gifts. It’s nice that you could attend this event.
I love the sound of the Velvet Shadow sticks, but never tried the NARS products before. Very tempted by those
I’ve heard great things about Nars cosmetic. The spring color collection is so beautiful, suitable for any seasons too!
I have never tried any NARS product before. I would love too. They always look so good.
Nars was a top choice for me before I switched to green beauty. Their products are top notch. Love that free soul highlighter. The color is gorgeous
fashion and makeup events are so funny and interesting! I wish I could see and try these products in an event like this 🙂
NARs looks nice and the colours are bang on trend too. I cant wait to give the makeup a go and hope for great results lol x
Ican’t wait to try Nars 16 hour wear foundation. I heard a lot of reviewers say it was their new holy grail. I’m really intrigued by nars lately
Omg I bought their foundation. it’s ah-mazing!
I bought that and it is truly amazing. just a little gives you so much coverage!
Tried Nars before and it did not disappoint. I guess this year I need to check new shades and try again something new. I hope I can experience this make-up sessions too so I can learn more about make-up.
They are so much fun! Thanks for reading!
While I’ve never used this brand, I’ve heard so many good things about it.
It’s definitely still winter where I’m at in Colorado. I am ready for spring though and spring colors.
I don’t think I’ve ever tried liquid blush. I love pretty much everything that NARS makes though.
Me too. Thanks for stopping by! 🙂
NARS always seem to come out with some amazing collections, it is so fun to see what is to come soon in there spring / summer release.
Totally agree. Every collection they put out is pretty amazing!
It was such a fun night! Thank you for coming out!
xoxo Christie
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Thank you for the invitation!
This looks great! Always wanted to try NARS products but didn’t know where to start.
Sounds like a great event, I love trying out new make up, and think I am going to pop on a plane and head to Las Vegas for a bit of warmth x
I love their lip covers! I’m just taken aback by the fact that NARS is an expensive brand to get here in the UK. But sometimes it’s worth it to splurge on.
Treat yourself! it’s worth it!
I want to try the highlighting blush. I do not wear a lot of makeup most days, but do need my concealer to cover up those dark circles under the eyes as well as a little blush. Those are my go-to must haves each day.
Always great to see the new colors that are hot for this year. Do like this years colors
What a fabulous event! I’m not a huge makeup person/wearer but I do really love NARS lipsticks. They always have such great colors.
I have a rosy complexion so I don’t usually wear blush, but I like the way it looks on your skin and I think I would love it! I wouldn’t have ever guessed!
Nars has always been a top choice for make-up and I do love their products especially their lipsticks! I think it’s nice that you got the chance to see the collection for Spring in an event that’s totally fun!
I have never heard of liquid blush and I like that you don’t have to use a lot of it for it to work well. I am going to see if I can find some of that.
This sounds like a fabulous event. The colors look lovely. It’s always fun to see the new stuff coming out.
It was lots of fun! Thank you for stopping by. have a great weekend!
I love all of those shades and NARS is one of my favorite brands. Hot tin roof is so pretty!
Love the Hot Tin Roof shade as well!
One of my favorite types of make-up is the blush (the natural color). It brightens the face even without a lip tint and makes you glow! I have not tried this brand yet but this information is certainly helpful. Will definitely consider Nars next time.
I have had similar feelings about blush. I like the concept of it but have never quite mastered applying it. The summer fire lip color looks very pretty.
I think it requires practice and some great tips from an expert! 😉
I love going to makeup presentations to learn about new products and also to get nice samples!!
Me too! I usually end up buying too much after! 🙂
yes! All of that and to learn new makeup techniques! 🙂
It’s so much fun! Have a great weekend! 🙂