MAC X Giambattista Valli Collection (July 2 / 9, 2015)

[Naynadine]

So happy to see swatches! I am excited for Tats, Charlotte, and Eugine. Must have because I am a sucker for packaging and matte lipsticks. Bianca B scares me though, I do not want powdered doughnut lips haha.

I hate to perpetuate drama or anything and I am not one to be negative.. BUT I am genuinely curious about TM, someone educate me please if nobody minds..? All I seem to see is that TM is like Voldemort around here and I have not been around to know why. But I would like to know why, I don't want to be in the dark (similar to the way some people still seem to be about Lime Crime) and I tried to research any TM controversy but it is so often talked about that I do not quite know the extent of the source of the problem.
I know that apparently TM has "stolen" swatches and such but from my perspective I do not understand because it seems like (at least as of recent) TM does give credit to the source. Did TM not give credit in the past? Is TM only giving credit now in order to cover her tracks?
Please please do not attack me, I am just genuinely blind to the situation and I am seeking to educate myself on the matter.. I'm sorry if I come off as ignorant, that is not my intention.

You're not coming off as ignorant at all
No, TM did not give credit in the past, to Specktra members (as well as people on IG) and is banned here because of it. She didn't give credit, cropped out watermarks, deleted comments that were calling her out and she blocked most Specktra members, even ones who never followed her or interacted with her. And as far as I know, her original IG account got deleted because people reported it since basically everything she posted was stolen, but she claimed it got hacked.

She stole from me as well. I definitely won't repost any pics or info from her, but I won't jugde anyone who chooses to do so.

 

[Marsha Pomells]

You're not coming off as ignorant at all No, TM did not give credit in the past, to Specktra members (as well as people on IG) and is banned here because of it. She didn't give credit, cropped out watermarks, deleted comments that were calling her out and she blocked most Specktra members, even ones who never followed her or interacted with her. And as far as I know, her original IG account got deleted because people reported it since basically everything she posted was stolen, but she claimed it got hacked. She stole from me as well. I definitely won't repost any pics or info from her, but I won't jugde anyone who chooses to do so.

I admit, I used to follow her. It was when she stole Erine's pics (despite giving her credit), I stopped following. I can't support that. It pays to ask and give credit

 

[BuickMackane]

I wish tats wasn't such a run of the mill pink

I'm kinda pissed that I don't want anything!!!

Same here

The packaging's nice and all that but the colors are doing nothing for me. Zero. Zip. Zilch. Nada. Charlotte's nice but that's about it.

I may change my mind as more and more swatches surface, but I'm not holding my breath.

 

[blushingbunny]

You're not coming off as ignorant at all
No, TM did not give credit in the past, to Specktra members (as well as people on IG) and is banned here because of it. She didn't give credit, cropped out watermarks, deleted comments that were calling her out and she blocked most Specktra members, even ones who never followed her or interacted with her. And as far as I know, her original IG account got deleted because people reported it since basically everything she posted was stolen, but she claimed it got hacked.

She stole from me as well. I definitely won't repost any pics or info from her, but I won't jugde anyone who chooses to do so.

Oh wow, thanks for letting me know! Cropping out watermarks is so messed up. I'm glad that I know now, I'd hate to follow someone who would actively go out of their way to disrespect someone's efforts and hard work like that. Has she ever issued any form of apology? I wouldn't imagine that someone like that would apologize or care though.. I'm sorry that she did that to you and to others.

 

[singer82]

Also specktra even made a fake color story and she stole it and swore it was real. That was all the proof we need that she steals info from here. She got caught.

Thank you for letting me know! I agree, I can't support that. I would always ask and give credit. And if you like someone's work enough to repost it or share it then why wouldn't you want to interact with the person who made it? I would want to be friends with that person and give thanks!  Oh wow, thanks for letting me know! Cropping out watermarks is so messed up. I'm glad that I know now, I'd hate to follow someone who would actively go out of their way to disrespect someone's efforts and hard work like that. Has she ever issued any form of apology? I wouldn't imagine that someone like that would apologize or care though.. I'm sorry that she did that to you and to others. 

 

[Naynadine]

Thank you for letting me know! I agree, I can't support that. I would always ask and give credit. And if you like someone's work enough to repost it or share it then why wouldn't you want to interact with the person who made it? I would want to be friends with that person and give thanks!


Oh wow, thanks for letting me know! Cropping out watermarks is so messed up. I'm glad that I know now, I'd hate to follow someone who would actively go out of their way to disrespect someone's efforts and hard work like that. Has she ever issued any form of apology? I wouldn't imagine that someone like that would apologize or care though.. I'm sorry that she did that to you and to others.

No - not to my knowledge.

 

[Marsha Pomells]

No - not to my knowledge. :nope:  

We would've seen one by now

 

[Shars]

Also specktra even made a fake color story and she stole it and swore it was real. That was all the proof we need that she steals info from here. She got caught.

That was the part that got to me - that fake Simpsons colour story. It proved that she wasn't doing it for the love of makeup, but just to get more followers. Even though people from here repeatedly told her the colour story was fake and to delete the posts because she was misleading innocent makeup lovers who were super excited, she didn't and deleted alllll the comments and blocking those persons. It was only when Nayadine started watermarking all sneak peek pics with "I stole this pic from specktra" in obnoxiously big letters that she was forced to find another "source". The crediting thing is also to no avail IMO because yes, you steal my pic, and credit me, but I told you not to post anything I post. That's still wrong, but hey. Old news now I guess in these parts.

 

[blushingbunny]

Also specktra even made a fake color story and she stole it and swore it was real. That was all the proof we need that she steals info from here. She got caught.

Woah that's intense. That probably would've been a good time to own up. What does she want people to think, that she's some kinda makeup intel god that pulls information out of the air? Why not share the source so that the people you are sharing with can check it out and have even more access to information? It just makes it obvious that she doesn't believe in the whole "sharing is caring" mantra and seems to want people to think that she is the only person to turn to for information. Seems selfish and manipulative.

But yeah sorry for getting off topic, best not dwell on it too long.

 

[Marsha Pomells]

Woah that's intense. That probably would've been a good time to own up. What does she want people to think, that she's some kinda makeup intel god that pulls information out of the air? Why not share the source so that the people you are sharing with can check it out and have even more access to information? It just makes it obvious that she doesn't believe in the whole "sharing is caring" mantra and seems to want people to think that she is the only person to turn to for information. Seems selfish and manipulative. But yeah sorry for getting off topic, best not dwell on it too long. 

It's fine, you can see why Erine, Nadine or anyone don't post any info without the 'I Stole This From Specktra' and who can blame them. We all have one thing in common, and that is our passion for makeup, but there's a handful of people that ruin it for us. Back to the topic in question... I would love to see TTT next to Eugenie, the other 4 are kinda not doing it for me

 

[blushingbunny]

Back to the topic in question... I would love to see TTT next to Eugenie, the other 4 are kinda not doing it for me

Sometimes all it takes is for one person to spoil the fun so I understand.

I was kinda thinking the same thing, TTT looks similar. But don't hold your breathe for a comparison haha it felt like forever waiting for these swatches.

 

[allthingsglam]

@erine I miss your swatches and info But I completely understand I'm picking up all but the orange one

 

[MissLiLaC]

Sometimes all it takes is for one person to spoil the fun so I understand.  I was kinda thinking the same thing, TTT looks similar. But don't hold your breathe for a comparison haha it felt like forever waiting for these swatches.

hboy: Yes I agree it is sad when someone spoils the fun... I have a passion for makeup but u gotta show respect and stealing ain't pretty I guess everyone has their own view, I'm sure the lovely ladies of Specktra meant no harm~~ I do understand each side,, :sigh: Peace and love to all xxx

 

[MissLiLaC]

@erine I miss your swatches and info But I completely understand I'm picking up all but the orange one

Me too

 

[shizzelly]

Fuck that bitch. I personally can't stand liars/cheaters/thieves and don't support her page by following/liking/commenting. I'm not blocked but I find it hilarious when she pops up on my recommended feed with info that was posted by a another source like 45 minutes earlier. If you want to support her go for it but she clearly has no integrity or respesct for those of us here on Specktra. I figure those that sill support her follow her anyway so why even bother posting it here? I know like 99% of the people on here frown upon it and have been around much longer than others. It just boils down to personal opinion I suppose, so sad a hideous troll that could easily just be ignored is causing such drama over makeup. SMH

 

[jenise]

️[@]jenise[/@]

Miss you girl!! I hope you're doing well!

I can so rock Bianca B! I wear similar pastel shades from NYX's Macaron collection. Is it "everyday", no, but unique. The other colors are nice too...I want at least 2.

NYX Macaron shades from Pinterest (NYX image) Actually I have their Lavender which may be too similar to Bianca B... Edit: I like Marg too...

Yesss I'm so excited for biancA! I have all the macarons haha me too!

 

[montREALady]

me too!

Well then you feel me then because if you rock Macarons, you'd be willing to try and rock Bianca! LOL! It's not for everyone that's for sure. That is totally understandable.

 

[lyseD]

Tats is definitely the prettiest but I'm not sure I could pull it off.

 

[Miss Dynamite]

Woah that's intense. That probably would've been a good time to own up. What does she want people to think, that she's some kinda makeup intel god that pulls information out of the air? Why not share the source so that the people you are sharing with can check it out and have even more access to information? It just makes it obvious that she doesn't believe in the whole "sharing is caring" mantra and seems to want people to think that she is the only person to turn to for information. Seems selfish and manipulative.

But yeah sorry for getting off topic, best not dwell on it too long.

I addition to that, she was stealing pics from that lady named Karly who used to post here, Karly kept deleting her IG and making new ones, keeping it set to private, etc and Trendmood would always find a way to steal the pics, and Trendmood and that Jeffree Star started threatening to report Karly to MAC because of Karly not wanting Trendmood to steal her pics. So yeah, there is plenty of reason why Trendmood or any info from her is not wanted here.

 

[Honi]

Quote: Originally Posted by blushingbunny
Oh wow, thanks for letting me know! Cropping out watermarks is so messed up. I'm glad that I know now, I'd hate to follow someone who would actively go out of their way to disrespect someone's efforts and hard work like that. Has she ever issued any form of apology? I wouldn't imagine that someone like that would apologize or care though.. I'm sorry that she did that to you and to others.


TM stole my images and when i (Kindly) asked to have them removed I was blocked and my images stayed up. I (and a bunch of other specktrettes)reported the account for copyright infringment and shortly after the account was taken down (Hence why it's not called Trendmood but Trendmood1 these days). Never got an apology, and Im guessing im still blocked. I just think it's douchebaggery at it's finest. Me and TM wouldnt have had an issue if she/he wouldve just asked and given me the opportunity to say no, but I was instead told I should be grateful I was featured (LOL) and then blocked. I'm over it now though, there's enough information on the internet for me to avoid TM.