A Note from Marilyn's Sister

I know, I know- This is not beauty related at all, BUT...

 In the post today I got something I've been waiting a very long time to receive.

Berneice, Marilyn (center) & their mother Gladys with Mona Rae sat between Marilyn's legs

A handwritten note from Marilyn Monroe's sister Berniece and neice, Mona Rae Miracle.

Berniece Baker Miracle, Marilyn's sister

I wrote to them after I read their book, My Sister Marilyn and they kindly wrote back!
 

To say I'm thrilled is an understatement!

I can picture Marilyn smliling while reclining on her rainbow as I type.

M.A.C Marilyn Monroe Collection

Yesterday lunch time saw me hot foot it over to my nearest M.A.C store to get hold of some pieces from the brand new, Limited Edition Marilyn Monroe Collection.

 You all know how mad I am about all things Marilyn and I just HAD to have them.

I actually ordered several of the lipsticks and the beauty powder from the collection when it went online several days ahead of the in store launch, but I just couldn’t wait for them to be delivered so bought more!

Patience is virtue I don’t possess!

And so, here is my first post on this gorgeous range.

As mentioned, i did buy almost all of the lippies.

 

 But this post features two of them, Deeply Adored & Pure Zen (£15.50 each) , the two shades at polar opposites of the range.

Pure Zen is a gorgeous, nude cremesheen lippie which is probably the most hydrating of all of the lippies in the collection.

It is a pretty, almost peachy  colour which will compliment a multitude of skin tones.

Deeply Adored is a deep, extremely pigmented, matte scarlet red, which i could definitely imagine Marilyn sporting!

While slightly more difficult to apply due to the fact that its texture is more mattified, it is a stunning, rich shade which is absolutely stunning.

There are two blushers to choose from, Legendary which is a very neutral, peachy blush and Perfect Cheek (£19 each), which I decided to get.

Perfect Cheek is  pretty, soft, feminine pink that adds only a touch of colour but has a lovely luminous effect on the skin.

Stay tuned for further posts and reviews of the Beauty Powder, the Lippie Love Goddess and Charmed I’m Sure along with the Nail lacquer in Vintage Vamp! 

M.A.C Marilyn Monroe Collection

Ladies, say hello to what could possible be my all time favourite M.A.C collection.

 The M·A·C Marilyn Monroe is a colour collection that channels the legend’s lustre and sex appeal in shades and formulas synonymous with the star.

 

Lipsticks in rapturous reds (£15.50), gleaming Dazzleglass (£18.50), a dramatic 35 Lash (£10), False Lashes Extreme Black Mascara (£18.50) and Eye Shadows in shimmering metallic and diamond tones (£16.50) provide some silver-screen allure for us average lasses. 

 Nail Lacquers (£11) destined to be a girl’s best friend and a Beauty Powder in sheer pale peach (£23) evoke that flawless Marilyn look.

 The M.A.C Marilyn Monroe Collection is available for a limited time online only from October 2012.

MAC to Launch a Marilyn Monroe Inspired Collection

MAC Cosmetics have unveiled plans for a special makeup collection inspired by Marilyn Monroe’s timeless and glamorous beauty.

The limited-edition line which will be in partnership with Authentic Brands Group is set to include nearly 30 products including eye shadow, lipsticks (think retro red and hot pink) nail polish’s and the obligatory eyeliner.

  After all, it wouldn’t be a Marilyn Collection without some sultry liner!

Speaking of the star, MAC ‘s Senior VP James Gager says;

“Marilyn’s an icon, plain and simple. Her look not only defined a generation but is also relevant today”

He’s not wrong, Marilyn is still as much of an Icon today as she was in the 50’s (if not more so) and with the Oscar-nominated My Week With Marilyn starring Michelle Williams still hot on everyone’s lips, it’s clear that people’s fascination and love for Marilyn is still going strong.

The Marilyn Collection is set to hit stores in October, but I would think it probably won’t hit the UK for a little while after.