Laura Mercier Holiday 2009 Collection.

From the best in palettes, brushes, body cremes even candles, Laura Mercier has some beauties in her holiday collection this year. For yourself, go ahead, splurge... or to give as a gift, it is here for the true beauty believer.  

Baked Eye Colour Palette - $48.00 A first for the brand, Laura Mercier launches five perfectly paired baked eye colours in one convenient palette this season. Contour and define eyes with the mini double ended brush for on-the-go glamour.  Create endless looks by using them wet or dry. 

• Included Shades: Champagne, Sepia, Mink, Malt and Sterling
• Included Brushes: Crème Eye Detail Brush and Eye Colour Brush

Laura Mercier Petite Eye Palette - $28.00

Perfect for every woman on every gift giving list, these pocket-size portable compacts contain four of the most flattering shades in warm and cool tones. Wear two for day or all four for sexy smoky evening eyes. This palette is the ultimate stocking stuffer or jet-setting sidekick.

• Warm Eye Colour Palette: Sandstone, Stellar, Bamboo, Truffle
• Cool Eye Colour Palette: Morning Dew, Rose, African Violet, Twilight Grey

Laura Mercier Mini Lip Glacé Set - $48.00

Never be caught with less-than-perfect lips this holiday season. Protect them with five perfectly portable Lip Glacés, each infused with Laura’s Lip Complex to help keep lips shiny and healthy. Layer with a favorite Lip Colour or wear solo for a translucent tint.

• Pink Diamond
• Babydoll
• Violet
• Ambre Rose
• Bellini

Laura Mercier Colour Wardrobe- $100.00

Laura’s new Colour Wardrobe is the perfect accessory this holiday season. The two-tiered compact holds multiple Eye, Cheek and Lip Colours along with two finishing Lip Glazes and expert tools that will have you looking flawless in a flash.

• Top Level Contents: Black Plum Eye Colour, Stellar Eye Colour, Café au lait Eye Colour, Sandstone Eye Colour, Celestial Eye Colour, Coffee Ground Eye Colour, Plum Cheek Colour, Rose Cheek Colour, Nude Cheek Colour, Eye Colour/Corner Eye Colour Double Ended Brush
• Bottom Level Contents: Mocha Lip Colour, Scarlet Lip Colour, Melon Lip Colour, Mulberry Lip Colour, Nude Lip Colour, Rosette Lip Colour, Brown Lip Glaze, Pink Lip Glaze, Double Ended Lip Brush

Laura Mercier Deluxe Mini Brush Set - $85.00

The ultimate array in professional tools has arrived this holiday season! Laura’s expert brushes for eyes, cheeks, lips and brows in space-saving sizes so you can travel light but always look your best. Each double-ended brush fits neatly in a chic zipper case that rivals even your favorite clutch!

• Included Double-Ended Brushes: Crème Cheek Colour/Cheek Colour, Secret Camouflage/Camouflage Powder, Ponytail/Eye Colour, Brow Groomer/Lip, Flat Eye Liner/Smudge

Laura Mercier Touch-up Brush Set - $45.00

No need to redo when you can retouch! Laura’s travel-friendly tools make it easy to perfect your look from the office to a holiday party. This sleek holiday case accommodates four mini brushes and a pocket-sized mirror.

• Included Brushes: Cheek Colour Brush, All Over Eye Colour Brush, Eye Crease Brush, Flat Eye Liner Brush

Laura Mercier Soufflé Sampler - $50.00

Always a favorite of Laura’s, these ultra-rich whipped Soufflé Body Crèmes are scented with blends of the finest gourmand notes, including Almond Coconut Milk, Crème Brûleé and Crème de Pistache. The active ingredients in the silky smooth formula instantly nourish the skin and enrich it with much deserved vitamins and protein derivatives, while shea butter and macadamia nut oil provide conditioning benefits. The sampler set of four ounce plastic jars is also perfect for travel.

Laura Mercier Candles –$48.00

Let the heavenly aroma of Laura Mercier gourmand candles drift through any space to create a warm, welcoming ambiance. Each candle is ozone friendly and has a 100% cotton wick for a clean, even burn. Treat your senses this holiday season with Laura Mercier’s delicious smelling candles.

• Almond Coconut
• Creme Brulee
• Warm Roasted Chestnuts

These beauties are all available now from Neiman Marcus and LauraMercier.com.

Dior 2009 Holiday Collection.

Influenced by the ornate, corseted gowns and decorative broaches of the 18th Century Louis XVI style and inspired by the delicate light-reflecting qualities of crystal, each product in this exquisite color collection is like a tiny jewel. Featuring shades of petal pink, deep silver and a wide range of purples to create a luxurious and festive look for holiday.

Cristal Boreal Gloss Pendant - $80.00 

In the mid Fifties, inspired by the magnificence of Versailles, Christian Dior asked the Swarovski House to create a crystal that evoked the reflections of the sunlight going through the famous Galerie des Glaces in Versailles. This led to the creation of the Aurore Boréale crystal with its unique multi-colored reflections.
For its 2009 Christmas Look, Christian Dior Parfums has collaborated for the very first time with the Swarovski House to create an exceptional Star Product using the legendary Aurore Boréale crystal : “Cristal Boréal”. The oval pendant, inspired by the shape of the neo-Louis XVI chairs that Christian Dior loved, is adorned with 52 Swarovski crystals of which 4 are Aurore Boréale.

This pendant contains a crystal-effect gloss declined in one easy-to-wear shade: Pink Crystal. A true makeup jewel for precious iridescent lips.

Cristal Boreal Silver Eyeshadow - $30.00

5-Colour Iridescent Eyeshadow in Smoky Crystal - $56.00

Style Liner in Sparkling Purple - $31.00

Dior Vernis in Silver Purple - $20.00

Dior Vernis in Black Sequins -  $20.00 (Sephora Only)

The Dior Holiday 2009 Collection is available now at Dior counters and at Sephora.com.

Clinique Holiday Collection: Black Tie Violets.

From violet berries to rich plums, purple is the season’s new red. To celebrate this purple reign of colour, Clinique introduces Black Tie Violets Holiday 2009 colour collection. This sweetly feminine, yet bold line features a range of girly violet tones that mirror the festivity and allure of the season. A full-face holiday look draws inspiration from Clinique’s best-selling Different Lipstick in A Different Grape. Eyes and cheeks in hues of luxurious plums and vibrant violets complement a glossy lip. For an extra touch of glamour, key items are elegantly housed in luxurious, metalized packaging.

Shimmering Stripes Powder Blusher - $29.50

This limited edition compact features four complementary shades of pearly, luminous blush in rich, plum shades. Pressed together in a beautiful striped pattern, these sheer powders deliver a soft, radiant
allover glow. The silvery jewel-like packaging makes this the perfect holiday accessory. In Tuxedo Plums.

Colour Surge Eye Shadow Quad - $25.00

A gorgeous grouping of four coordinating shimmery eye shadows creates looks ranging from subtle and soft to sexy and sophisticated. These intense shades build quickly and blend easily offering effortless sheen and luminosity. Perfect for holiday glamour. The sleek, modern mirrored silvery compact adds glimmer to any party. In Black Tie Violets.

Brush-On Cream Liner - $14.50

An ultra smooth, creamy gel liner that provides the precision of a liquid liner…so lay it on thick or thin, subtle or dramatic. Either way, this fast-drying, non-smudging, waterproof eye liner delivers a precise line every time. Limited Edition Violet Luxe creates an eye-popping holiday look.

Different Lipstick - $14.00

The creamy, lightweight formula of Clinique’s beloved Different Lipstick in A Different Grape is the inspiration behind this collection’s colour story. It provides a smooth comfortable feel and is great alone or paired with a liner for an even deeper look.

Full Potential Lips Plump and Shine - $17.50

A multi-purpose, high-shine gloss that instantly and over time makes even the most modest lips appear fuller, softer and more contoured. The feel is cushiony soft, the finish ultra shiny and the sheer holiday shades are lusciously delectable.

• Bloomberry
• Double Plum
• Luscious Lilac

High Impact Lip Colour - $14.00

A sophisticated lipstick that delivers superior colour and moisturization benefits from the moment it’s applied. The multi-tasking formula is moisturizing, long-wearing, feather-resistant and colour-true. As an added benefit, lips are shielded from UVA and UVB rays. Extreme Pink is the perfect shade to dress-up any holiday look.

Defining Liner for Lips - $15.50

This long-wearing formula goes on smooth, stays put and is a great complement to your favourite lipstick. It’s perfect for women who desire a defined, chic looking lip that feels divine. The built-in sharpener provides on-the go ease and convenience. In Pomegranate.

High Impact Mascara - $14.00

An instant gratification mascara that delivers intense, glamorous, dressed-up lashes in a flash. Volumizes and lengthens lashes for a more lush, more plush, bolder look. In Black.

Limited Edition Powder Brush - $30.00

This luxurious brush, made of natural hair, is available with a festive, shimmery, metalized handle especially for the holidays. The large dome allows for easy application of powder for smooth, even delivery. Load brush with powder then gently tap palm of hand to shake off excess before sweeping over cheeks. As with all Clinique brushes, it utilizes a unique anti-bacterial technology that protects the brush to ensure a high level of hygiene. It’s the perfect beauty tool to help make the season glow.

The Clinique Black Tie Violets Collection is available now at Clinique counters and online at Clinique.com.