Pantone Announces Color of the Year 2015: How To Get It

Marsala. That’s the Pantone color of the year for 2015, that was announced Thursday, Dec. 4, and the shade color experts believe will be reflected in beauty, fashion, home decor and graphic and industrial design trends next year.

Pantone describes Marsala as “a naturally robust and earthy wine red.” Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute, said the color would enrich the mind, body and soul. “Much like the fortified wine that gives Marsala its name, this tasteful hue embodies the satisfying richness of a fulfilling meal, while its grounding red-brown roots emanate a sophisticated, natural earthiness,” Eiseman said in the release. “This hearty, yet stylish tone is universally appealing and translates easily to fashion, beauty, industrial design, home furnishings and interiors.”

So, how can you incorporate this elegant, sophisticated and stunning shade into your beauty regime? TME has a few Marsala hued suggestions from some of the most coveted beauty brands.

Deborah Lippmann: “Bitches Brew” nail lacquer is a gorgeous, wine shade with a hint of shimmer for your most glamorous digits. Honestly, the name is badass enough for us to buy it. For a more classic take, “Lady is a Tramp” is a Marsala hued lacquer in a smooth, crème formula. Deb has you covered from head to nails this year with her sheer, ultra moisturizing, long wearing lip color in "Let's Do This".

Eyeko: Give your eyes a trendy pop of color in the New Year with Making Eyes in Plum, a waterproof, crease-proof gel liner.

SheaMoisture Cosmetics: This Lip & Cheek Balm in "GrenadaWine" will leave your cheeks perfectly flushed and lips kissably soft.

LORAC: Lip Luxe 8 Lip Color in “Bordeaux” has a highly-pigmented, 8 hour formula that stays put without bleeding or feathering. Alter Ego Lipstick in “Seductress” instantly transform your look with this opaque, matte finish lipstick. Color, line and define your lips with PRO Matte Lip Color in “Rose Brown,” which has a weightless PRO formula that easily glides on. Get an instant flush with one swipe of this 12-hour super-smooth PRO Powder Cheek Stain in “Ruby Rouge”!

Deborah Lippmann available at Ulta and Nordstrom; Eyeko available online and Sephora; SheaMoisture Cosmetics available at Target; and LORAC Cosmetics available at online at LORAC and Ulta. Products have been hyperlinked for you convenience!

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Lorac Holiday 2014 The Royal Collection

Lorac Holiday 2014 The Royal Collection offers an abundance of gifts sets for the holidays. From eyeshadow palettes to lips glosses and perfect pro palettes, that are so affordable, you’ll be able to pick up one as a gift and one to gift to yourself!

Lorac the Royal Eyeshadow Collection ($38 Ulta Exclusive) - This collection includes sixteen Lorac Eyeshadows that are packaged in four eyeshadow quad palettes: Queen, Countess, Princess, and Duchess.

Lorac the Royal Lip Lustre Cream Collection ($25 UltaExclusive) - This collection includes six Lorac Lip Lustre Cream Lip Glosses packaged in a pretty velveteen box that is perfect for gifting. Shades include: Tiara (nude), Crown Jewel (red), Debutante (soft pink), Your Highness (hot pink), English Rose (pale pink) and Majestic (mauve).

Lorac Party Palette ($24 Ulta Exclusive) – Includes 8 exciting shades of Lorac Eyeshadow as well as two over sized highlighter shades to create stunning looks.

Lorac the Royal Pro Eye Collection ($28) – This set includes the stunning eyeshadows, Lorac Pro Mascara and Lorac Front of the Line Pro Eyeliner.

Lorac Sultry Starlet Shimmer Eyeshadow Palette and Vintage Vixen Matte Eyeshadow Palette ($12 ea. Ulta Black Friday Exclusive) – Whether you desire matte or a bit of shimmer, you can choose from either the Sultry Starlet Palette (five shimmery shadows) or the Vintage Vixen Palette (five matte shades).

Lorac Champagne Dreams Eyeshadow Palette ($15 Ulta Cyber Monday Exclusive) – A TME favorite, this gorgeous palette includes seven perfect natural shades.

Lorac the Royal Full Face Collection ($40 Kohls Exclusive) – As the name implies, this is a full-face kit, stocked with Lorac goodies for your lips, eyes, and cheeks. Royal Full Face Collection Includes: Eyeshadows in Cream, Honey, Chai, and Espresso, Blush in Coral, Lorac Cobra Mascara, Lorac 3 in 1 Waterproof Eyeliner Pencil in Ultra Black, Lorac Alter Ego Lipstick in Duchess and Lorac 3D Lustre Gloss in Rose LustreO

Lorac The Royal Eyeshadow Palette Set ($35 available at Ulta and Kohls) – Is a trio of gorgeous palettes that contain four shades each to create three different looks: Plum Velvet, Gold Satin, and Silver Silk.

Lorac the Royal Lip Lustre Creme Set ($25 available at Ulta and Kohls) – Is a selection of six Lorac Lip Lustre Creme Lip Glosses. Shades Include: Empress - Pink Mauve, Princess – Pink, Enchanted - Peach Nude, Reign – Berry, Crown Jewel - Cherry Red, and Tiara – Nude.

Lorac the Royal Eye Duo ($22 available at Ulta, Kohls and Lorac) – Includes Lorac 3D Lustre/Liner in Copper/Black Cherry and Lorac Cobra Mascara.

Lorac the Royal 3D Liquid Lustre Set ($28 available at Ulta, Kohls and Lorac) - Lorac The Royal 3d Liquid Lustre Set Includes shimmery shades: Opal, 24K, Rose Quartz, and Amethyst.

The Lorac Holiday 2014 The Royal Collection will be offered a varying times and with exclusives at certain stores as noted. Visit Lorac Cosmetics for further details.

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LORAC Cosmetics Summer 2014 | Review

The Makeup Examiner just found serious summer happiness with LORAC Cosmetics’ Summer 2014 offerings. LORAC “The Red Carpet Authority” has so much to offer this season that there’s bound to be at least one (or more) items that beautynistas will have to try!

Starting will Alter Ego Cream Lip Stick ($16 – 20 Shades) that can instantly transform your look, these sexy, playful and highly-pigmented cream lipsticks coat your lips in luscious color with a satin fi­nish that lasts. Its ultra-rich, velvety-smooth formula is loaded with anti-aging antioxidants such as Acai Berry, Pomegranate, Grape Seed Extract, and Vitamins C and E to help hydrate, nourish and condition your lips. Whether you wish to be a Free Spirit, a Supermodel or a Sex Kitten (even if just for a night), Alter Ego Lipstick comes in a gorgeous range of colors from soft nudes to vivid hues to create any look you covet.

Next up, 3D Lustre/Liner ($19 – 5 shades) Line and shine with LORAC’s 3D Lustre/Liner, inspired by our top-selling 3D Liquid Lustre Eye Shimmer. One end contains a gorgeous, smudge-proof, shimmering lustre liner, while the other end contains a perfectly paired, color-infused black liquid liner for luminous, prismatic, 3-dimensional sparkle and shine. This double-ended duo easily creates long-lasting, eye-catching looks that are perfect for flirty, playful days and dramatic, party nights.

Last for review Is the Back To Bronze Collection ($36 - $88 Value) the invites a welcome warmth after the long polar-vortex winter. With this perfect beach-ready bag, line and de­fine your eyes with LORAC’s 3D Lustre/Liner in Copper/Black Cherry designed to be worn individually or paired together, then amplify your lashes with LORAC volumizing, lengthening, and curling Cobra Mascara. Dust the travel-size TANtalizer Baked Bronzer all over your forehead, cheeks, and chin for a beautiful bronzed glow, and apply Alter Ego Lipstick in Girl Next Door, infused with antioxidants for a healthy, luscious pout. Complete your gorgeous look with Lip Lustre Gloss in Peach Lustre and get back to bronze with LORAC!

LORAC Cosmetics is a cruelty-free brand. LORAC Cosmetics are available online at LORAC and select retail locations. 

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