So
here's a tale only a beauty blogger could tell... Once upon a time, a make up
aficionado went on holiday and remembered every single item in her beauty
arsenal except for a blusher. After unsuccessfully attempting to use Chanel
liquid lipstick as a replacement, she gave up and asked to borrow her sister's
blusher. And fell in love...
Alas,
the blusher in question, Fenberry by Sleek, revealed itself to be that
nightmare for all beauty lovers - Limited Edition. But it was oh so perfect,
providing the ideal winter flush for her cheeks... She could not fully enjoy
all of life's delights without calling this blusher her own. So she began the
valiant search for a dupe.
The
stalwart of information that is Google swiftly informed her that Bobbi Brown
Cranberry was a suitable dupe, then equally swiftly brought the tragic news
that this too was discontinued. All eBay searches proved barren; all blog
swatches were fruitless. Never one to shy away from a challenge, she organised
a hasty trip to the nearest Sephora, Fenberry in hand, to compare it against
all other blushers.
The
search was not in vain. A replacement (albeit a rather expensive replacement)
was found. And thus concludes the tale of how I purchased a 30€ dupe for a £5
blusher... Thank goodness for Christmas money, eh? I don't think I could have
entertained the purchase otherwise!
In
fairness, NARS Dolce Vita is beautiful. A rusty
red that, when applied lightly, provides the ideal come-in-from-the-cold flush
to cheeks. Funnily enough my other sister owns this blusher too - which proves
that really I ought to have consulted her make up collection before prancing
around Sephora like a ninny. But none of that matters now.
Is
it worth the cash? Well, in my opinion, yes. It lasts a good deal longer on the
cheeks than the Sleek offering, although I must stress that you only need a
very, very light hand. Pictured are my usual artless methods of swirling
a brush in the pan and dumping it all over my cheeks. I blended it out properly
post photography, I promise. The packaging is smart (although I've managed to
blot mine already, sigh) and looks great on my dressing table. I also
appreciate the inclusion of a mirror. Who even needs blushes without mirrors, I
ask you?
I
can't lie, a little part of me did weep when handing over the cash for this,
but now that it's mine I am fully giving into the indulgence of owning such a
little piece of luxury. My NARS love affair is now in full swing and I see it
lasting well into 2015!
Are you a fan of NARS? Let me know!
Love Dani
xoxo
NARS Dolce Vita Blush retails at £22.50/€30
Looks lovely on you - a snow white blush!
ReplyDeleteLaura | Laurzrah
Such a beautiful colour! Nars blushes are so pricey but definitely worth it <3 xo
ReplyDeleteLove this post!! It looks like a stunning colour, i've not owned anything from Nars and was leaning towards Orgasm but this looks a lot nicer!! xx
ReplyDeleteKirstyLeighx
Loved rreading this thank you
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