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| Above: The Clé de Peau Beauté Limited Edition Coffret is unspeakably beautiful. |
It has been my experience that some beauty products with gorgeous packaging possess formulas that leave much to be desired. The Clé de Peau Beauté Limited Edition Coffret (currently available at Neiman Marcus, Bergdorf Goodman and Cledepeaubeaute.com), however, renders this opinion entirely incorrect! With three eyeshadows, two blushes, a mascara and a lipstick–all nestled in a gloriously lovely compact–this coffret is the embodiment of perfect form and function of celestial proportions.
Kindly scroll on for more details, swatches, images of the Coffret in action as well as the Bottom Line…
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| Above: An intricate celestial design dominates the theme of this gorgeous set. |
Here are the official details, courtesy of Neiman Marcus:
Limited Edition radiant palette of eye, cheek, and lip colors to evoke the astral aura of a moonlit sky.
Contains:
- Eyeshadow: 3 limited-edition shades.
- Cheek color: 2 limited-edition shades.
- Extra rich lipstick: 1 limited-edition shade.
- Perfect lash Mascara: Black.
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| Above: The packaging has an Art Deco vibe, no? |
The stunning compact contains:
- A complex heather purple eyeshadow a satin finish
- A sparkling neutral taupe eyeshadow
- A shimmering pinky beige eyeshadow
- A matte, baby pink blush
- A matte, peachy apricot blush
- Two eyeshadow applicators and a blush brush
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| Above: Three eyeshadows, two blushes, endless possibilities. |
Like all Clé de Peau Beauté products I’ve tried thus far, I have found the eyeshadows (also comprehensively reviewed HERE) and blushes to be of optimum quality. The shadows are satiny smooth and pigmented; they apply in a seamless fashion, are easy to blend and wear for hours without creasing or fading.
I am so glad both blushes are soft, sophisticated, muted, matte hues. I think this fortifies their classic nature and makes them wearable in all seasons…the peachy apricot shade can be used along the cheekbones to mimic a light contour and the pink hue is excellent for a flushed effect on the apples of the cheeks. Even though they lack obvious shimmer, they still allow the skin to look radiant and healthy–absolutely no powdery finish–and they also possess significant lasting power!
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| Above: Swatches of the blushes and eyeshadows in outdoor sunlight with a flash. |
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| Above: Swatches of the blushes and eyeshadows in outdoor shade. |
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| Above: Swatches of the blushes and eyeshadows in direct sunlight. |
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| Above: The Coffret in total. |
The Coffret also includes:
- Perfect Lash Mascara (reviewed HERE): I love how long lasting this inky black formula is…once applied it doesn’t smudge, flake or smear, even for those of us with watery and sensitive eyes. Oh, and it makes the lashes look incredibly lush, full and long!
- Extra Rich Lipstick (also reviewed HERE and HERE): Silky, pigmented and long lasting with a supreme sense of hydration, this is luxury lip color at its best. The classic red hue is neutral enough to be universally flattering and a single coat is all that is necessary for an opaque finish.
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| Above: Black and red…iconic elements. |
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| Above: Swatches of the lipstick and mascara in direct sunlight. |
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| Above: The delicate sculptured effect of the lipstick is breathtaking. |
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| Above: The CdPB Perfect Lash Mascara has a stawart formula that stays in place for hours on end. |
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| Above: Swatches of all products in direct sunlight. |
The images below reflect the Coffret in action in various lighting situations…scroll on for a full Clé de Peau Beauté product breakdown…
Clé de Peau Beauté Products Worn:
- Clé de Peau Beauté Radiant Fluid Foundation in 030…swatched and reviewed HERE
- Clé de Peau Beauté Concealer in Beige (under the eyes)
- Clé de Peau Beauté Coffret eyeshadow (all three shades layered–darkest to lightest–from lashline to brow), Perfect Lash Mascara (two coats…reviewed HERE), blushes (peach shade at contour points and pink shade on apples of the cheeks) and lipstick.
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| Above: The Clé de Peau Beauté Coffret..opulence incarnate. |
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Bottom Line: If you are in the market for a truly opulent–yet entirely wearable–palette, the Clé de Peau Beauté (available at Neiman Marcus, Bergdorf Goodman and CledePeauBeaute.com), is a magnificent choice. The shades are well-suited to a variety of complexions and their neutral hues ensure use that extends far beyond the holiday season, thereby making it an entirely justifiable investment. This is, without question, a gorgeously apropos gift for luxury beauty lovers of all ages and walks of life.
So many good things ahead including more foundation (!!), new beauty discoveries and a FOTD!
Enjoy the start of your weekend…what are YOU up to?
xx,
–The Beauty Professor
** PR sample provided for review, however, as always, all of my opinions are expressly and unequivocally my own.
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Comments (20)
I agree with you that with great packaging sometimes comes poor quality. I'm happy to hear this wasn't the case with this. Love the eye look you created!
Hi Arielle!
Good to hear from you…glad we are on the same page with this theory ; ) Thanks for your kind compliment!
xoxo,
–The Beauty Professor
I know it's not usually your cup of tea, but that lip color looks great on you! It really makes your eyes pop. Happy weekend! Jaimie
Hi Jaimie,
I so appreciate your lovely compliment…thank you!!!
xx,
–The Beauty Professor
That lipstick is so brightening on you! I know you're a nude lip aficionado but I always love seeing you in brighter colors!
Thank you, Clever Girl!
Red lips are always a venture outside of my comfort zone but it is definitely fun at times!
xx,
–The Beauty Professor
That compact is beyond stunning! These shades all look so good on you, I'm definitely tempted to pick this up!
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Isn't the compact breathtaking?!
Thanks for the sweet words, Miss Louise!
xx,
–The Beauty Professor
My jaw dropped when I saw the packaging for this. Wow, they certainly put some other brands to shame! I love the lip colour on you, it really compliments your eye colour 🙂
Me, too, Velveteen Rabbit!! Truly, CdPB transcended their already elevated standard for luxury with this coffret!
Thanks for your compliment!
xo,
–The Beauty Professor
I purchased the Coffret as soon as I saw it at Neiman Marcus and I love it. The palette is stunning and the Perfect Lash mascara has become my favorite (surpassing my previous favorite Armani Eyes to Kill). Thanks for your review!
Fantastic to hear, Cheryl!
I agree…the Perfect Lash mascara is supreme and its addition makes the coffret that much better!
xo,
–The Beauty Professor
Btw Saturday is Mascara Madness at nordstrom. Buy two get third free. Mix and match. Free shipping 🙂
Thanks for sharing…I added your tip to today's post ; )
xo,
–The Beauty Professor
i wish I could get the eyeshadows only, as none of the blushes appeal to me, nor the lipstick, really. I always welcome a good mascara though, as I'm exahusting of being dissapointed at most of them all the time.
That can be the trouble with palettes, Andrea…I think for most, however, they'll find the shades in this particular coffret are fairly versatile. The mascara is definitely worth a try…I love it!
xx,
–The Beauty Professor
The lipstick looks so wonderfull on your lips.Fresh, clean and modern. I like it!
Greetings from Germany
Hello!
Thank you ever so much for the wonderful compliment…much appreciated!
xoxo,
–The Beauty Professor
Gorgeous set but the lipstick is so not my style. You look great in it but I like your lips better when they are lighter.
Hi Marcia!
Thanks for your comment! My heart will always belong to pinky nudes, but sometimes it is fun to go outside of my comfort zone ; )
Hope all is well…xx,
–The Beauty Professor