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Tuesday 21 May 2013

Mac 'Lavender Whip' Lipstick

Mac Lipstick in 'Lavender Whip' | Baking Beauties Collection | £14.00 (link)

Whenever I hear about a new Mac collection, I simply have to have a nosey. It just so happened that this new collection coincided rather nicely with the end of my final major project at uni and I'd told myself that I would treat myself to a new lipstick as soon as I'd finished.  When I saw 'Lavender Whip' had been re-released as part of the 'Baking Beauties' collection (I'm pretty sure it's was released a few years previous in another collection) I had to make a swift order.  Those of you who know me and have been reading my blog/following me on Twitter for a while will know I'm usually one for peach/coral shades or classic reds. But there's just something about Lavender Whip that tickles my fancy.  I always remember the first lipstick I ever bought was a pale lilac colour (cringe) - although I couldn't possibly pull off that kind of shade now, Lavender Whip is surely a nod towards my inner teenage self. It's fun. It's girly. And it's just a little bit different to my array of peaches and corals that spill from my makeup drawers!

It's a cremesheen finish, so it's not completely opaque and has a slight sheen to it - which makes it a little more wearable and more appropriate for wearing on a day to day basis.  I already own Mac's 'Up The Amp' lipstick, which was a great plum option in the winter months - but sometimes I find it a little strong to wear in the day, especially now the weather is warming up.  As you can see, Lavender Whip is just that little bit creamier and toned down. The consistency is right up my street. It feels very smooth and creamy to apply, making it non-drying and comfortable to wear on the lips. I find I get a good bit of wear out of it before I need to top-up the colour again which is really impressive to say the shade isn't overly bright or strong.  If you always had your eye on the purples and vivid deep reds of last season but couldn't quite take the plunge, it's worth looking into this shade.  It makes a statement without being too over the top - bringing a subtle edge to your everyday lipstick choice. 

I guess it just adds a nice little twist to my usual spring/summer lipstick choices.  I'm a big fan of creamy shades so this is something I'm instantly drawn to.  It's not your average lipstick shade, but it's one thats suprisingly flattering and fun to wear. Fun being the key word here - it's very girly (without being pink!) and brings a little bit of colour to the face.  It brightens up a dull outfit in a jiffy! The collection is now mostly sold out, but I've spotted a few other items from the range lurking on some websites so it's worth having a little scout around if you fancy getting your mitts on this Mac favourite (there's also a gorgeous deep burgundy red and a pale orangey-peach).  I can certainly see why this little beauty was so popular a few years ago...


Have you tried Mac's 'Lavender Whip'? Do you go a little crazy over Mac collections like me?!

41 comments:

  1. ooh i'm a sucker for purple lipsticks, every time i wear one i convince myself i'm being "adventurous" with my makeup...
    i love this shade, although up the amp does look like it's be slightly more wearable! x
    http://cloudsandcuticleoil.blogspot.co.uk/

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    1. ahahaha this is so true. I do the exact same thing.. I feel so daring when i break out anything other than coral or red! xx

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  2. What a beautiful lipstick!! Mac website now..... :) x

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    1. haha i apologise in advance for any purple lipsticks purchased :P xx

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  3. This is SUCH a pretty shade! I really want it! xx

    www.poptartsandsexx.blogspot.co.uk

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  4. This is gorgeous! such a different shade xxx

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  5. Gorgeous colour! I love purple lipsticks! Seriously considering ordering this beaut x

    Alavish.blogspot.co.uk

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  6. It looks super gorgeous! Totally want it now! Would love to see what it looks like on! :)

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  7. Pretty shades, especially for spring but I do prefer the Up the Amp one :)

    Ila x

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  8. Such a beautiful colour! Such a fan of lilac lipstick. :)

    Charlotte xx

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  9. ooh this is gorgeous love a purple lippy x

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  10. I've never thought of trying out a lavender lipstick before, only deep plum shades are the purples I go for. May have to swatch something similar sometime soon x

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  11. Looks gorgeous hun, looks much more wearable than up the amp! :)

    robynmm.blogspot.co.uk

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  12. I love lavender lipsticks. They're so much more wearable than people like to think! I have MAC's Pink Popcorn and I love it to pieces :) This is such a gorgeous color!

    - Jess
    The Mod Mermaid

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  13. Great photos! That lipstick is such a gorgeous, unusual shade but I can imagine it to be also quite wearable and fun :)

    Sophierosehearts x

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  14. This shade is absolutely gorgeous! I definetely need something similar for spring and summer! x

    talkingpickles.blogspot.com

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  15. Such a delicate shade, perfect for spring :)
    I might just have to treat myself after my finals too.
    You take lovely photos!
    Rachel x

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  16. Wow this is such a gorgeous shade. Perfect if it ever warms up for spring!
    Sophie
    x

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  17. Ahh that's such a gorgeous shade. Might have to pop on M.a.c website and buy it for myself
    xox
    amyjwalters.blogspot.co.uk

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  18. I love it, it's so pretty!

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  19. Such a pretty shade! I would be a bit cautious about wearing a purple/ lilac lipstick in case they make me look like I have dead lips haha! Would love to see what this looks like on :) xx

    belle-amiebeauty.blogspot.co.uk

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  20. I adore purple lipsticks. Lavender Whip is adorable x

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  21. Lavender is such a difficult colour. I want to try it, but only MAC has nice ones. And since they're closest store is pretty far away... (:

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  22. Looks gorgeous! So shimmery. I only own one MAC lipstick! :'( Definitely think I need more...
    xx

    http://sarah-nunn.blogspot.co.uk

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  23. Ohh i love this shade! Top of the wishlist now!

    Lisa xo

    www.thatsdamnprecious.blogspot.co.uk

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  24. I prefer Lavender Whip to a lot of other purple shades, think its much easier to pull off :)

    abrunettesbeautyblog.blogspot.com

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  25. I've been wanting to try a lavender/purple lipstick and this is gorgeous!
    http://thelipstickthegirlandherwardrobe.blogspot.co.uk/

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  26. Oooh I love the colour!! I now really want a lavender lipstick!!

    http://hannahrebekahcampbell.blogspot.com x

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  27. This looks like such a beautiful shade and so perfect for summer! I bet it looks stunning with your hair and skin tone :) I've never really ventured towards purple toned lipsticks but I might have to try one now :P
    Love Holly x

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  28. I love the colour of this, its such a great colour. I've been debating purple for a while but not sure this will be the right shade for me as much as I love it.

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  29. This colour looks so gorgeous! Perfect for spring summer right!!! I so want it but my teeth are prob too yellow to pull it off! Xo

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  30. Love these colors! Gorgeous shades.

    xoxo
    Janelle

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  31. What a beautiful shade! I normally wouldn't give those sort of shades a second glance, but now I'm totally in love, it's such a perfect summer shade! Now I just need to find an excuse to treat myself to one...!

    Ash :-)

    ashleighsteaparty.wordpress.com

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  32. Such a pretty shade! I'd never think to wear a lavender toned lipstick- must swatch this next time I'm in MAC!

    www.ciderwithrosiebee.blogspot.com

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  33. This shade is just gorgeous and I love the look of it swatched, I bet it looks lovely on you sweets xxx

    Danielle | Miss Sunshine & Sparkle

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  34. MAC is my little guilty pleasure :D this is such a pretty shade!

    Sophia Meola | A Fashion, Beauty & Lifestyle Blog

    xx

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