Pages

Saturday, 5 January 2013

"High End" 2013 Wishlist

2013 is going to be the year of new beauty experiences for me. I literally own nothing that would be considered "high end" and generally, I have absolutely no problem with this. Drugstore makeup is of fantastic quality these days and doesn't come with the exorbitant price tag. However, blogging has shunted me into a world of shiny, beautiful, expensive things and I suddenly find myself lusting after products I never really thought about up until a couple of months ago. Put it this way, I'd never heard of MAC. What a crime! So this is just a little list of items that I fully intend on owning this year.


Clockwise from top left: Real Techniques Core Collection, NARS Blush in Outlaw, Urban Decay Vice Palette, MAC Lipstick in Lady Danger

Real Techniques Core Collection: Okay so strictly this needn't be considered "high end" for what you get, I find that the price is very reasonable. However, I do have to wonder why it's £21.99 from Boots and only $18 on the Real Techniques website. I'm not sure if they ship to the UK but I intend on buying these with my Boots points. Hello freebies!
NARS Blush in Outlaw: Oh I need one. I know I don't need one but I need one. I'm not 100% sure which colour I'll go for yet but I adore the look of Outlaw. A soft raspberry with a gold sheen. Absolutely beautiful. I just hope it's not too dark for my skin tone. £21. I'm sure I can justify it somehow.
MAC Lipstick in Lady Danger: A MAC lipstick is an absolute staple. Again, I'm not 100% sure which shade is for me but look at Lady Danger! A matte orange toned red that packs a serious punch. Stunning. £14.
Urban Decay Vice Palette: I know everyone is all about the Naked palettes but honestly, I truly feel that my MUA Undressed Palette is all I need in that area. I know that the quality is probably very different but for the price, Urban Decay can't beat my £4 drugstore gem. BUT, look at the Vice Palette. Look at it's shining gloriousness. Look at it's incredible colours and whimsical names. LOOK AT IT! I'm dying to get my grubby mitts on this. It's going to have to be my first big purchase of the year because of it's limited edition status. I'm hoping that I'll be getting some late Christmas money soon and I know exactly where it's going. £42 and hopefully worth every penny.

I'm certain this list will be added to as the new releases start filtering down to us lowly mortals, but for now I'm satisfied and my targets are set.

What do you think of my choices? Are you plunging into any unknown beauty territory this year?

Lauren
Posted by at
Labels: ,

31 comments:

  1. Hayley5 January 2013 at 23:08

    I got my first mac lipstick for Christmas and I'm mega impressed with the quality. I got Dubonnet and it's a lovely wine shade :) Happy shopping x

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. Lauren5 January 2013 at 23:12

      Ooh I've just had a look at swatches, looks gorgeous! I love red lipsticks, literally the most powerful and feminine make up product in the world I think :) thank you x

      Delete
  2. Wanischa5 January 2013 at 23:11

    Sometimes the Real Technique brushes are cheaper on Amazon. I looked at that set once and it was £17 something.
    xx

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. Lauren5 January 2013 at 23:13

      Oh really? I may have to do some more shopping around! Thanks for the tip Wanischa :) x

      Delete
  3. Holly5 January 2013 at 23:20

    I love the Real Technique brushes, they're definitely worth getting! And I'm definitely with you on the NARS and MAC, I currently don't own anything by these two brands but definitely want to pick up NARS Laguna and a couple of the MAC lipsticks soon!
    xxx

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. Lauren5 January 2013 at 23:22

      ooh I've heard such good things about Laguna! I want to get a sleek face form kit and see what the bronzer is like in that, it might surprise me :D x

      Delete
  4. So Random Today5 January 2013 at 23:31

    Get some MAC quick! For a while I only ever bought MAC or Benefit high end products. Then I met Urban Decay and I want it all!! I'm defo going to be investing in some Real Technique brushes this year. I love wishlists :) x

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. Lauren5 January 2013 at 23:37

      Haha I'll try! ooh yeah I really want to try a benefit highlighter like moon beam! me too :) trying to vary my posts up a bit more :) x

      Delete
    2. So Random Today6 January 2013 at 23:07

      I need to step away from the Benefit counter, just realised I have 3 of their highlighters. Ooops! I want Watts Up but think I should leave it for a while!! :O haha Love Moon Beam though :) Oh I'm the same with my posts. Love your blog though x

      Delete
    3. Lauren7 January 2013 at 11:31

      Nothing wrong with that ;) awh thank you so much :) good luck with your variation too :) x

      Delete
  5. Anonymous6 January 2013 at 06:46

    I need Real Techniques in my life!!! I have a few MAC lipsticks and they're gorgeous, Urban Decay doesn't disappoint either! Well worth the pennies!!

    http://thelittlethingsbb.blogspot.co.uk

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. Lauren6 January 2013 at 15:42

      It seems like such a staple for all the beauty bloggers! Which colours do you have? x

      Delete
  6. Unknown6 January 2013 at 08:22

    lovely make up items, love the lipstick and NARS blush <3
    would you like to follow each other?
    A
    xx
    http://epiquemoi.blogspot.com

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. Lauren7 January 2013 at 11:32

      They're so gorgeous! I can't wait to find my favourites and take my babies home with me x

      Delete
  7. Unknown6 January 2013 at 10:14

    THANK YOU! I kept forgetting I wanted those RT brushes, so I had a quick Google and bought them.. how could I not, 18 pounds? They're on sale here http://www.love-makeup.co.uk/real-techniques-core-collection-p-2340.html :D

    Love-Makeup is an official partner of RT - I checked on the RT website :) Can't wait to get them! Thanks!

    http://cakescupcakescosmetics.blogspot.co.uk

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. Lauren6 January 2013 at 15:44

      Thank you for the tip more like! A saving is a saving haha ;) x

      Delete
  8. Unknown6 January 2013 at 10:34

    I need a NARS blush too, I've had my eyes on 'Deep Throat' for ages now, but just not gotten around to buying it, I think I'd rather try it out before buying it and there isn't a NARS counter in my town :(

    Definitely treat yourself to a couple of MAC lipsticks this year, they are amazing!

    x

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. Lauren6 January 2013 at 15:53

      definitely, I really need a couple of hours at a counter before I could choose! I don't have one in my town either :( times to move I think x

      Delete
  9. Jacquina6 January 2013 at 11:38

    I haven't swatched it but that Nars blush looks a lot like the Sleek blush in 'Rose Gold' maybe a cheaper alternative to try and see if you like it? :)
    xo

    www.jazzyleelbc.blogspot.co.uk

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. Lauren6 January 2013 at 15:56

      I found a really fantastic comparison post the other day and I can't find it for the life of me :( they were quite similar but one was more pink than the other and I can't remember which was which. I'm useless. I have the most ridiculously long Sleek wishlist and roe gold is definitely on there though :) thank you for reminding me! haha x

      Delete
  10. Becca6 January 2013 at 16:43

    Wow!! I think I may end up purchasing, everything on this wishlist, for myself throughout the year to!

    I've been promising myself I'd buy the Real Techniques brushes but I'm still yet to purchase them.... If/when you buy them, please let me know what you think of them!

    http://beccammartin.blogspot.co.uk/

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. Lauren6 January 2013 at 21:56

      Haha so glad I've inspired you! You must let me know how you get on with them if you get anything :)
      I absolutely will! x

      Delete
  11. Lorraine Stagno6 January 2013 at 18:09

    your wishlist looks a lot like mine :) and i would love to get my hand on Nars Laguna!
    Lorraine
    x

    http://lolalovessparkles.blogspot.com/

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. Lauren6 January 2013 at 21:56

      Heard so many recommendations for Laguna recently! Starting to seriously consider it :) x

      Delete
  12. natasha @ eyebrows inc6 January 2013 at 21:02

    i've been wanting some real techniques brushes for a while, i still havent caved and bought them!
    http://cloudsandcuticleoil.blogspot.co.uk/
    xx

    ReplyDelete
  13. Katie Chamel6 January 2013 at 21:38

    Ah! Once you buy 1 MAC lipstick, you'll be addicted. Beware! ;p I love my Urban Decay Vice Palette! I feel like their NAKED palettes are an absolute MUST, but in the limited edition Vice Palette you get such an awesome assortment of brights and neutrals! Hope you get everything on your list! Love your blog!

    giveaway!

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. Lauren6 January 2013 at 21:58

      Oh no :( I hope I can control myself haha. I'll probably one day break down and get a naked palette, I can feel it coming. So want the vice palette though! I'm so jealous! yay thank you :)

      and thanks for the link! I'll definitely take a look! x

      Delete
  14. Katie7 January 2013 at 11:29

    The Urban Decay Vice palette looks gorgeous and the RT core collection is definitely on my to-purchase list!

    Just wanted to let you know that I've nominated you for the Liebster Award, not sure if you have already done it but if not please check out this link :) http://itstimetobefearless.blogspot.co.uk/2013/01/the-liebster-award.html

    xx

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. Lauren7 January 2013 at 11:35

      Oh it's so prettyyyy. I want it more and more every time I see someone talk about it!
      Thank you! I've already done one but I'll add your questions on and answer them in the same post if that's okay? :) It'll be here: http://peachycurves.blogspot.co.uk/2012/12/leibster-award.html

      x

      Delete
  15. Beauty Bird8 January 2013 at 21:43

    Isn't it annoying that things are so much cheaper in America than here! The buffing brush in the Core Collection is AMAZING, I love it!xx

    ReplyDelete

Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom)