Chanel Les Expressions de Chanel 2012

Winthrop44

Winthrop44

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Yes Monsy, that is Variation. NM uses FedEx. I haven't personally had any problems with them but if you need to return anything you might not want to use their Smart return label as they charge $9.95 via USPS. You can always pay regular postage and add DC.
 
Haven

Haven

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Winthrop44 said:
This is about the most color accurate picture of the quad in sunlight that I can get:




It's really very pretty and looks beautiful paired with Illusoire IdO, it was just different than I was expecting. But in the pictures of my sheered out swatches I can see some of those tones that are in the Euro version. Check it out in person if you can. I wore it to the grocery store today and when you put it all together it really gives a tone very much along the lines of Illusoire.
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Thank you so much for the swatches & pics! I called around where I live, and everyone wants me to do a preorder - even NM (so stupid). I think that I will order online. I hate black Friday sales & shopping. I don't hate the discounts (LOL). I just hate the aggressive shoppers and dealing with all of the chaos.

Now I have to decide if I want to try the new mascara and new liner. If the purple liner is actually a blackened purple, then I am very excited. If it is a bright purple, then I will pass. I am also curious if the noir liner is actually the rumored rouge noir. If anyone knows more about the liners, then please let us know. TIA!
 
Haven

Haven

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Winthrop44 said:
Yes Monsy, that is Variation. NM uses FedEx. I haven't personally had any problems with them but if you need to return anything you might not want to use their Smart return label as they charge $9.95 via USPS. You can always pay regular postage and add DC.
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I have never had problems with FedEx either. Plus I have a NM close to where I live, so I usually return directly to the store (if I need to).
 
Dominique33

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So sorry I can't post swatches or photos but my Variation quad looks totally different in the baked formula. The one you posted reminds me a bit of Tom Ford Enchanted ( though enchanted looks even more gorgeous in fact, I will order it on Harrods when in stock ), in brief the US formula you shared looks better. The baked formula is pretty- I have 4 Chanel quads Lagons / Variation / Eclosion / Premier Regard ) : makeups are always subtle but pigmentation is not so good in fact. I always use them dry, some say here it does spoil them when used wet esp the matte formulas. Chanel formula is not matte at all, but I just use them dry. If they are reformulated, well the sooner the better. But on the whole, Chanel quads are pretty I would probably prefer the US formula ( ? ).
 
shontay07108

shontay07108

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Monsy, I don't like their return policy on beauty products. By return policy, I mean their lack of one (at least in the stores I've been to). I just don't like the atmosphere of their stores. I don't find it especially inviting and bit too fancy pants for me. I just don't feel good the way I feel walking into Bloomingdales or Nordstroms. It may sound weird because maybe I'm not saying it right, but the return policy and just the store culture turns me off. I only buy from them and Saks when I can't find something elsewhere.
 
Monsy

Monsy

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when you say lack of return policy what do you mean? i just don't want to be bothered if i don't like the quad and want to return it.
i almost never return anything but just in case...

nordstrom still did not get this, they only have new mascara in stock.
 
shontay07108

shontay07108

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Monsy said:
when you say lack of return policy what do you mean? i just don't want to be bothered if i don't like the quad and want to return it. i almost never return anything but just in case... nordstrom still did not get this, they only have new mascara in stock. 
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The NM's in my area won't allow returns on beauty products.
 
franlynne

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Dominique33 said:
So sorry I can't post swatches or photos but my Variation quad looks totally different in the baked formula. The one you posted reminds me a bit of Tom Ford Enchanted ( though enchanted looks even more gorgeous in fact, I will order it on Harrods when in stock ), in brief the US formula you shared looks better. The baked formula is pretty- I have 4 Chanel quads Lagons / Variation / Eclosion / Premier Regard ) : makeups are always subtle but pigmentation is not so good in fact. I always use them dry, some say here it does spoil them when used wet esp the matte formulas. Chanel formula is not matte at all, but I just use them dry. If they are reformulated, well the sooner the better. But on the whole, Chanel quads are pretty I would probably prefer the US formula ( ? ).
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I ordered the enchanted quad from NM a couple of weeks ago. It is my first Tom Ford purchase and I was not disappointed. The colors are gorgeous and the taupe in the lower left is to die for. I'm already convinced that I will run out of it! It is one of the prettiest quads I own.My Chanel lady has variation on order for me, but I too was more impressed with the European swatches from Cafe makeup. I guess I will just wait to see it in person. I used the Holiday duo today with silver light eyeliner underneath the eye and it was lovely. Star dust blush on the cheeks too!
 
Winthrop44

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shontay07108

shontay07108

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I guess some NM's allow returns. I really haven't looked into it and I don't know what happens with online purchases, but it's enough to turn me off completely. I'm not a habitual returner, but I like to know that I can if I need to. Even when browsing NM, it's just never satisfying and I've come away kinda blah about it. :dunno: Back on topic, though I'm going to skip the quad. It looks nice, but not something that I need. Like I said before, I'll wait for the mascara when I can get it at bloomingdales, nordstroms or chanel.
 
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CartoonChic

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Winthrop44 said:
Well that stinks! Bloomingdales online also now has the quads, but I don't see the mascara or liners yet.

I returned my Star Dust -- too glittery for me. I know everyone else loves it though.

BTiB swatched Intuition here:

http://bestthingsinbeauty.blogspot.com/2012/11/chanel-les-4-ombres-quadra-eye-shadow.html

It's pretty for a brown smoky eye but I'm happy with my Sable-Emouvant duo for that.
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Is Intuition similar at all to the Topkapi quad? I would love to get my hands on it now that I know about it, but I'm aware my chances are slim. I wish I knew the UPC code so I could search for it.
 
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franlynne said:
I ordered the enchanted quad from NM a couple of weeks ago. It is my first Tom Ford purchase and I was not disappointed. The colors are gorgeous and the taupe in the lower left is to die for. I'm already convinced that I will run out of it! It is one of the prettiest quads I own.My Chanel lady has variation on order for me, but I too was more impressed with the European swatches from Cafe makeup. I guess I will just wait to see it in person. I used the Holiday duo today with silver light eyeliner underneath the eye and it was lovely. Star dust blush on the cheeks too!
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I looked up the Tom Ford quad. I shouldn't have! I still have Black Orchid lipstick on my mind. It would look so pretty with the Enchanted quad. Must. Resist.
 
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CartoonChic

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Dominique33

Dominique33

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CartoonChic said:
I looked up the Tom Ford quad. I shouldn't have! I still have Black Orchid lipstick on my mind. It would look so pretty with the Enchanted quad. Must. Resist.
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lol resisting is impossible I fear. This quad ( and the Emerald Lust too ) is gorgeous, it's the most beautiful I have ever seen ! It's only available at Harrods for us French ladies well I'll have to wait a bit ( sold out ) and I definitely would like to have both quads, as we say in French " à tomber "
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that is !
 
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