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post #1891 of 2134
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Originally Posted by Pinkdollface View Post



I don't think she was trying to be mean to people that are fat. I do recognize what she says a bit, because sometimes people do wear clothes that don't fit their shape. When i see that i also think please wear something that suites you better. I hope this doesn't come off mean, because i really do not think people over size 10 are ugly. I also have seen size 10 people that look amazing, because they wear clothes that suite them.


Yea i was thinking maybe she meant they didnt know how to dress for their size but i think the way she said it could def be misleading and very rude?  i was scratching my head for a second. i didnt understand how fat and ugly went together lol. I disagree with Iris Apfel about the stretch jeans though.  Bigger sizes look good in stretch jeans because it hugs their body better. 

post #1892 of 2134
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Originally Posted by luvlydee View Post


Yea i was thinking maybe she meant they didnt know how to dress for their size but i think the way she said it could def be misleading and very rude?  i was scratching my head for a second. i didnt understand how fat and ugly went together lol. I disagree with Iris Apfel about the stretch jeans though.  Bigger sizes look good in stretch jeans because it hugs their body better. 



It indeed could be misleading and rude, but looking at her she probably didn't meant to be rude. Of course if she says something doesn't look good that doesn't mean that that is true. Everybody has their own opinion and i'm happy for that, because otherwise the world would be very boring.

post #1893 of 2134

I read your link and the only thing that comes to my mind is this...

It seems the author of that particular article is keen on pulling "questionable" quotes and then commenting on them.  I am very leery and skeptical of ANY quote thrown at me that's taken out of context  We don't know if this was said in an interview where perhaps they were discussing choosing the right fit for your body type or just talking about how people in general don't take the care in their dress the way they used to, etc.  Her next comment could have very well been one against things really skinny women wear that she finds unappealling... we have no idea since we are only allowed to read a portion of a whole.  This author does the same thing with the next MAC collaborator, Dame Edna.  We don't know the tone that was used, it could have been said as a joke...  The point is we just aren't given all the information.  If someone wants to present an opinion, that is perfectly fine.  But if it is going to be done in a way to make me pass a judgement, then provide me with the whole interview or article, not just the part you found to be upsetting.  Doing so is an abuse of power.  Journalistic integrity is just as important. 

 

Thanks for sharing this article.  It's good to have different perspectives and learn that not everything should be taken for face value.  A valuable lesson indeed.

 

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Originally Posted by luvlydee View Post

IDK how I feel about Iris as a person anymore... 

 

http://warpaintchronicles.onsugar.com/MAC-Iris-Apfel-Collection-Rodarte-Dame-Edna-20914108#comment-11481072

 

im not sure if shes saying that all women over size 10 is fat, ugly, and sloppy or that the ones she seen do not know how to dress icon_eek.gif

 



 

post #1894 of 2134

Someone else brought this up in the WOC thread. My thing is the woman is 90 yrs old, do you know how many fashion trends and disasters she has seen in her days?! I'm sure when she was in her 20's and 30's they wouldn't dream of walking around with coochie cutters, tight jeans that don't fit everyone, boobs hanging all out lol. But we do now like it's no big deal. Her opinions are just that, no one has to take it as the gospel. I don't think her tone was to be rude or insensitive, older people can just be crass without even knowing it. 

post #1895 of 2134
Seriously. The tone of that article makes it swam like the blogger is just looking for things to take poorly so she can prove how awful MAC and who they associate with is.
post #1896 of 2134

I agree completely!  She has seen A LOT... in fashion and in the world in general.  Most older people I know don't feel the need to candy coat their comments.  They are disheartened by the way things have changed and make no bones about expressing it.  You have to take what she says with an element of humor. 

And I also have to repeat the fact that we aren't seeing the whole interview/article that the quote was pulled from either... 

 

 

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Originally Posted by Richelle83 View Post

Someone else brought this up in the WOC thread. My thing is the woman is 90 yrs old, do you know how many fashion trends and disasters she has seen in her days?! I'm sure when she was in her 20's and 30's they wouldn't dream of walking around with coochie cutters, tight jeans that don't fit everyone, boobs hanging all out lol. But we do now like it's no big deal. Her opinions are just that, no one has to take it as the gospel. I don't think her tone was to be rude or insensitive, older people can just be crass without even knowing it. 



 

post #1897 of 2134

Mac Cosmetics Online seriously has the BEST customer service ever. I posted the other day about how I received Pink Pigeon instead of Scarlet Ibis, and I emailed them yesterday and have already received a personalized response. GET THIS, they are sending me my Scarlet Ibis (via 2 day air) no charge, AND letting me keep Pink Pigeon!! (Since they are sending me Scarlet Ibis, I am wondering if they have more at the warehouse, calling for another IA restock???)

 

I also didnt receive my stickers in my shop cook order that was way over 75$, and I really didnt care that much, but did a live chat and asked about it, and they are sending me stickers in the mail! 

 

Seriously, Mac is now tied with or better than Nordstrom when it comes to customer service. 

post #1898 of 2134
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Originally Posted by Richelle83 View Post

Someone else brought this up in the WOC thread. My thing is the woman is 90 yrs old, do you know how many fashion trends and disasters she has seen in her days?! I'm sure when she was in her 20's and 30's they wouldn't dream of walking around with coochie cutters, tight jeans that don't fit everyone, boobs hanging all out lol. But we do now like it's no big deal. Her opinions are just that, no one has to take it as the gospel. I don't think her tone was to be rude or insensitive, older people can just be crass without even knowing it. 



I must say Richelle it's been a minute since I heard someone say 'coochie cutters'. girlhaha.gif

post #1899 of 2134
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Originally Posted by erinmichelle87 View Post

Mac Cosmetics Online seriously has the BEST customer service ever. I posted the other day about how I received Pink Pigeon instead of Scarlet Ibis, and I emailed them yesterday and have already received a personalized response. GET THIS, they are sending me my Scarlet Ibis (via 2 day air) no charge, AND letting me keep Pink Pigeon!! (Since they are sending me Scarlet Ibis, I am wondering if they have more at the warehouse, calling for another IA restock???)

 

I also didnt receive my stickers in my shop cook order that was way over 75$, and I really didnt care that much, but did a live chat and asked about it, and they are sending me stickers in the mail! 

 

Seriously, Mac is now tied with or better than Nordstrom when it comes to customer service. 

 

That is GREAT! Glad the situation worked out to be a positive for you. And I hope you like your Scarlet Ibis. 
 

 

post #1900 of 2134

That's awesome!! 
 

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Originally Posted by erinmichelle87 View Post

Mac Cosmetics Online seriously has the BEST customer service ever. I posted the other day about how I received Pink Pigeon instead of Scarlet Ibis, and I emailed them yesterday and have already received a personalized response. GET THIS, they are sending me my Scarlet Ibis (via 2 day air) no charge, AND letting me keep Pink Pigeon!! (Since they are sending me Scarlet Ibis, I am wondering if they have more at the warehouse, calling for another IA restock???)

 

I also didnt receive my stickers in my shop cook order that was way over 75$, and I really didnt care that much, but did a live chat and asked about it, and they are sending me stickers in the mail! 

 

Seriously, Mac is now tied with or better than Nordstrom when it comes to customer service. 



 



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Originally Posted by Copperhead View Post



I must say Richelle it's been a minute since I heard someone say 'coochie cutters'. girlhaha.gif


LOL 

 

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GIRL.... That ROCKS!!  I'm happy it worked out for you!

They probably hold back a batch of each LE item in case of shipping errors like this... which is great Customer Service on their part!

Let me know how you like SI.  I just got mine yesterday... Haven't tried it yet.
 

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Originally Posted by erinmichelle87 View Post

Mac Cosmetics Online seriously has the BEST customer service ever. I posted the other day about how I received Pink Pigeon instead of Scarlet Ibis, and I emailed them yesterday and have already received a personalized response. GET THIS, they are sending me my Scarlet Ibis (via 2 day air) no charge, AND letting me keep Pink Pigeon!! (Since they are sending me Scarlet Ibis, I am wondering if they have more at the warehouse, calling for another IA restock???)

 

I also didnt receive my stickers in my shop cook order that was way over 75$, and I really didnt care that much, but did a live chat and asked about it, and they are sending me stickers in the mail! 

 

Seriously, Mac is now tied with or better than Nordstrom when it comes to customer service. 



 

post #1902 of 2134


Feels like it should be in one of those Orbit Gum commercials alongside "lint licker"  LOL Richelle rofl.gif
 

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Originally Posted by Copperhead View Post



I must say Richelle it's been a minute since I heard someone say 'coochie cutters'. girlhaha.gif



 

 

post #1903 of 2134
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Originally Posted by PixieDancer View Post


Feels like it should be in one of those Orbit Gum commercials alongside "lint licker"  LOL Richelle rofl.gif
 



 

 


lmao.gifThat commercial cracks me up. "Cootie Queen!" "Who are you calling a cootie queen you lint licker??!!" 

 

post #1904 of 2134
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Originally Posted by PixieDancer View Post

I agree completely!  She has seen A LOT... in fashion and in the world in general.  Most older people I know don't feel the need to candy coat their comments.  They are disheartened by the way things have changed and make no bones about expressing it.  You have to take what she says with an element of humor. 

And I also have to repeat the fact that we aren't seeing the whole interview/article that the quote was pulled from either... 

 

 



 

very true.  I was just confused because I wasnt sure what she meant lol  I think it was mainly because it was just a piece of the comment.
 

 

 

post #1905 of 2134

Long time lurker here blush-anim-cl.gif

 

​i think there's bloggers out there who just go out of their way to be offended 

(the lack of context to the quote is a dead give away)

 

besides that Edna quote was tame - If she wants to be really offended she should check out Barry Humphrey"s other alter ego, Les Patterson.

 

 

Anyway, one more week until flamingo hits Australia!!! pompom.gif


Edited by Venusian - 2/11/12 at 3:24pm
post #1906 of 2134
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Originally Posted by erinmichelle87 View Post

Mac Cosmetics Online seriously has the BEST customer service ever. I posted the other day about how I received Pink Pigeon instead of Scarlet Ibis, and I emailed them yesterday and have already received a personalized response. GET THIS, they are sending me my Scarlet Ibis (via 2 day air) no charge, AND letting me keep Pink Pigeon!! (Since they are sending me Scarlet Ibis, I am wondering if they have more at the warehouse, calling for another IA restock???)

 

I also didnt receive my stickers in my shop cook order that was way over 75$, and I really didnt care that much, but did a live chat and asked about it, and they are sending me stickers in the mail! 

 

Seriously, Mac is now tied with or better than Nordstrom when it comes to customer service. 



 

That's so awesome! Congrats girl! I'm glad it all got worked out :)

post #1907 of 2134
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Originally Posted by erinmichelle87 View Post

I am so sad! I ordered Scarlet Ibis during the 2 hour restock, and I received my order today and they sent me Pink Pigeon!! It even says Scarlet Ibis on the receipt and shipping notices.

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post #1908 of 2134
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Originally Posted by Copperhead View Post



I must say Richelle it's been a minute since I heard someone say 'coochie cutters'. girlhaha.gif



I LOL'd reading that.  I prefer the term cameltosis myself.  I agree with Iris & I think to say she said anyone over size 10 (UK14) was a slob was a misquote.  I agree also it was taken out of context.  She said basically people should not over expose themselves if they are overweight, which I tend to agree with that comment!  BTW, there is an awesome thread on Specktra about fashion faux paus (I can't spell in French, or English really--sorry!) if you want to read it:

 

http://www.specktra.net/t/31976/what-trend-do-you-wish-would-go-away/1050

 

I think she is great, and the collection was freakfantastifabulous.

 

I still have not tracked down a Pink Pigeon but I rocked Party Parrot yesterday and could not stop looking at myself.  I love it.

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"Coochie cutters" and "Cameltosis" just made me almost spit tea on my keyboard!! rofl.gif

 

I'm wayyy behind the times with my swatches, but maybe this still might help someone out:

 

Iris Apfel Swatches.jpg

L-R: Flamingo, Pink Pigeon, Party Parrot, Scarlet Ibis

 

 

I also have a bunch of comparisons on my blog for anyone looking for dupes, and some face shots. I don't wanna clutter up the thread with all of them, but I'll post one of Scarlet Ibis because it's the one that surprised me most - wasn't sure I'd like an orange-based red but it turns out I'm a big fan!

 

Scarlet Ibis.jpg

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Originally Posted by BabysOnFire View Post

"Coochie cutters" and "Cameltosis" just made me almost spit tea on my keyboard!! rofl.gif

 

I'm wayyy behind the times with my swatches, but maybe this still might help someone out:

 

Iris Apfel Swatches.jpg

L-R: Flamingo, Pink Pigeon, Party Parrot, Scarlet Ibis

 

 

I also have a bunch of comparisons on my blog for anyone looking for dupes, and some face shots. I don't wanna clutter up the thread with all of them, but I'll post one of Scarlet Ibis because it's the one that surprised me most - wasn't sure I'd like an orange-based red but it turns out I'm a big fan!

 

Scarlet Ibis.jpg

 

Wow!  That color looks gorgeous on you and complements your skin tone very well.  I missed out on these lipsticks, but if I ever get the chance, I'm definitely picking up Scarlet Ibis!
 

 

post #1911 of 2134
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Originally Posted by BabysOnFire View Post

"Coochie cutters" and "Cameltosis" just made me almost spit tea on my keyboard!! rofl.gif

 

I'm wayyy behind the times with my swatches, but maybe this still might help someone out:

 

Iris Apfel Swatches.jpg

L-R: Flamingo, Pink Pigeon, Party Parrot, Scarlet Ibis

 

 

I also have a bunch of comparisons on my blog for anyone looking for dupes, and some face shots. I don't wanna clutter up the thread with all of them, but I'll post one of Scarlet Ibis because it's the one that surprised me most - wasn't sure I'd like an orange-based red but it turns out I'm a big fan!

 

Scarlet Ibis.jpg


I like your new blog:)

and you made everything look good!
 

 

post #1912 of 2134

Wow, BabysOnFire! thud.gifThe lipsticks look stunning on you! Thank you!

I agree with missah. You make everything look gorgeous!

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Originally Posted by Yazmin View Post

 

Wow!  That color looks gorgeous on you and complements your skin tone very well.  I missed out on these lipsticks, but if I ever get the chance, I'm definitely picking up Scarlet Ibis!
 

 



Thanks!!! I wasn't sure how this would work on my skin tone as I'm pretty cool-toned (the lighting I had to use to take the pictures gave me a warmer cast than in real life). Once I put it on, though, I feel like it turned out ok! Just wanted to try something out of my comfort zone!



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Originally Posted by missah View Post


I like your new blog:)

and you made everything look good!
 

 


Aww, thanks!!! :) My blog is in its *VERY* rough stages at the moment, haha. I checked yours out, too - it looks great, and you're verrrry pretty! Sorry to read about your trouble with online sellers and with love, though :( We've all been there... I've had problems with both, myself, and they both suck! haha

 



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Originally Posted by peachsuns View Post

Wow, BabysOnFire! thud.gifThe lipsticks look stunning on you! Thank you!

I agree with missah. You make everything look gorgeous!


Aww, shucks blush-anim-cl.gif You're all sooo nice here! Thank you!!!

 

post #1914 of 2134
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Originally Posted by BabysOnFire View Post



Thanks!!! I wasn't sure how this would work on my skin tone as I'm pretty cool-toned (the lighting I had to use to take the pictures gave me a warmer cast than in real life). Once I put it on, though, I feel like it turned out ok! Just wanted to try something out of my comfort zone!


Aww, thanks!!! :) My blog is in its *VERY* rough stages at the moment, haha. I checked yours out, too - it looks great, and you're verrrry pretty! Sorry to read about your trouble with online sellers and with love, though :( We've all been there... I've had problems with both, myself, and they both suck! haha

 


Aww, shucks blush-anim-cl.gif You're all sooo nice here! Thank you!!!

 



But its really well written and great, much better than mine.

Thankyou! Although i do think you're prettier =D

my love life is getting better and I haven't had any more troubles with sellers which is good><"
Thanks for visiting mine though:)

post #1915 of 2134
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Originally Posted by peachsuns View Post

Wow, BabysOnFire! thud.gifThe lipsticks look stunning on you! Thank you!

I agree with missah. You make everything look gorgeous!



I am afraid of orange based reds but you are convincing me that SI could work on me BabysOnFire!  That color is smokin' on you for sure. 

post #1916 of 2134
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Originally Posted by missah View Post



But its really well written and great, much better than mine.

Thankyou! Although i do think you're prettier =D

my love life is getting better and I haven't had any more troubles with sellers which is good><"
Thanks for visiting mine though:)

 

Aww, no way on both counts, you're silly! girlhaha.gif

 

Glad to hear things are going better for you now! And I'll definitely keep checking out your blog!

 

 

And, martiangurll, you should definitely try them out! Orangey colours seem like they're going to be a big thing this spring/summer and it's kind of fun to try something completely out of the norm! SI is kind of a good "baby step" because it has enough red in it to balance out the orangeness!
 

 

post #1917 of 2134

I received my Scarlet Ibis last night and didn't get a chance to try it on the lips before tonight. WOW, oh WOW, this is definitely a bright color! I'm just not so sure how I feel about it on me lol. I think I'll do the House Arrest Test before showcasing SI to the outside world, lol. 

post #1918 of 2134

LOVEEEEE THAT COLOUR ON YOU!! You rock it out really well and loved the pink pigeon too that you have on your blog
 

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Originally Posted by BabysOnFire View Post

"Coochie cutters" and "Cameltosis" just made me almost spit tea on my keyboard!! rofl.gif

 

I'm wayyy behind the times with my swatches, but maybe this still might help someone out:

 

Iris Apfel Swatches.jpg

L-R: Flamingo, Pink Pigeon, Party Parrot, Scarlet Ibis

 

 

I also have a bunch of comparisons on my blog for anyone looking for dupes, and some face shots. I don't wanna clutter up the thread with all of them, but I'll post one of Scarlet Ibis because it's the one that surprised me most - wasn't sure I'd like an orange-based red but it turns out I'm a big fan!

 

Scarlet Ibis.jpg


You can do it!! Im sure it will look amazing on you

 



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Originally Posted by duckrodeo View Post

I received my Scarlet Ibis last night and didn't get a chance to try it on the lips before tonight. WOW, oh WOW, this is definitely a bright color! I'm just not so sure how I feel about it on me lol. I think I'll do the House Arrest Test before showcasing SI to the outside world, lol. 



 

post #1919 of 2134
It's all on the australian site right now
Yayayay
Free (but delayed) shipping too.


I just ordered flamingo smiles.gif
post #1920 of 2134
Thread Starter 
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Originally Posted by duckrodeo View Post

I received my Scarlet Ibis last night and didn't get a chance to try it on the lips before tonight. WOW, oh WOW, this is definitely a bright color! I'm just not so sure how I feel about it on me lol. I think I'll do the House Arrest Test before showcasing SI to the outside world, lol. 


i'm still sad that i missed this lippie! :( why was i so silly and skipped it?

 

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