Sneak Peak: Lancome’s 2008 L.U.C.I. Color Collection
If you haven’t already heard the news, Gucci Westman is leaving Lancome and her final two product lines are the Pout-a-Porter PS Kiss with Thakoon designer Peter Sims and the 2008 L.U.C.I. Color Collection. Above, a sneak peak of the gorgeous collection that is sure to be a collector’s item..and below press from Lancome to give you more details.
Official L.U.C.I. Press Release:
Who is L.U.C.I.? A better question might be what is L.U.C.I.? It stands for Luminous Colorless Color Intelligence and it’s the latest technology from the Lancôme laboratories. Gucci Westman, the celebrated makeup artist and Lancôme’s artistic director, was captivated by the beauty of sand, the iridescence of shells and the play of light on water at different beaches around the world and turned to the labs to bring her inspiration to reality. Gucci test-drove some of her new creations at Peter Som’s Spring 2008 show. “I wanted the models’ makeup to look easy and sexy,” says Gucci. “I gave the eyes a bit of a pop with Ombre Glacée for a sultry effect.”
The Technology
Iridescent color, like that found on a butterfly’s wing or a bubble, is the result of an optical phenomenon where hues of an object change color based on light interference and viewing angles. Iridescent color is not composed of pigments and is therefore sometimes called “colorless color.” Lancôme Advanced Research created a patented invention that is able to interpret particles of colorless color and incorporate them into makeup products to create “photonic” makeup.
The formula of this makeup looks white to the eye, but when applied to the skin or on top of another product, it creates a spectacular transformation. Each of the colorless color particles acts as tiny light chambers, capturing and intensely refracting light for an iridescent finish. The pure and intense halo of color that is produced reflects rose, blue, coral or green hues, enhancing lips, eyes and skin. Depending on one’s complexion, the halo of color changes; when a photonic product is placed on fair skin it transforms into an iridescent and pastel shade, while on darker skin, it becomes deep and intense.
Star Products
L.U.C.I Eyes – Light Color in Motion Eye Shadow Duo
A stunning shell-shaped eye shadow compact holds two shadows, a beautiful bronze and a photonic shade. Use the photonic shadow over the bronze color to create a unique third shade. Or use the photonic shade on its own to create a luminous look. Available in Ray of Apricot Light. Suggested Retail Price: $45.00
Photonic – Illuminating Powder Brush Face
This glowing, translucent photonic loose powder can be used to sculpt the face or add a sheer veil of radiance. Available in Ray of Apricot Light. Suggested Retail Price: $40.00
Ombre Glacée – Cooling Gel Illuminator Eyes
This creamy, cooling eye shadow can be used alone or blended over another color to highlight and brighten the eye area. Apply the light texture over your eyelid and up to the brow bone or experiment by bringing it from the eye down to the cheekbone to create a beautiful aura that lights up the face. Available in Chameleon, Morning Pearl and Sunrise. Suggested Retail Price: $22.00
Color Fever Gloss – Sensual Vibrant Lipshine
Make a statement and use the photonic gloss as a topcoat over lipstick or one of the two new shades of Color Fever Gloss to transform shades into intense, brilliant colors. Available in Sunray (photonic shade), Seashell and Rainbow. Suggested Retail Price: $23.00
Color Fever Shine – Sensual Sheer Color. Vibrant Shine.
Revamp your lips with two new lipsticks. Use the photonic shade by itself for a reflective lilac effect or place over the deep rasberry shade for a dazzling, luminous result. Available in Luminous (photonic shade) and Desert Pink. Suggested Retail Price: $25.00
Traceur Design –Illuminating Long-Lasting Eyeliner Soft Brush
An eye liner with photonic lilac reflections to line the eyes and make them sparkle. Available in: Ray of Purple Light. Suggested Retail Price: $20.00
Availability
January 2008 at lancome-usa.com, specialty stores, the four Lancôme boutiques and counters nationwide.
Tags: beauty, gucci-westman, l.u.c.i.-color-collection, Lancome, makeup
7 opinions for Sneak Peak: Lancome’s 2008 L.U.C.I. Color Collection
iAnon
Dec 20, 2007 at 8:45 am
Cant wait to see this collection, sand inspiration = lovely nude colors!!! I love nudes and just see one of my fav brands is doing a collection about it is thrilling!!! Also, in the other hand scary for my pockets!!! =)
Lancome Color Fever Shine–L.U.C.I.
Dec 27, 2007 at 11:36 pm
[...] since I got ahold of Lancome’s Color Fever Shine lip glosses and lipsticks from their L.U.C.I. collection, I have been singing that song “Fever” much to the chagrin of my children (who are sick [...]
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Feb 3, 2008 at 11:54 pm
[...] used the L.U.C.I. collection on me, that honestly, I wouldn’t really have given a second look beyond my review [...]
Ashley Samantha
Feb 28, 2008 at 11:21 pm
Gucci Westman is a genius, I first became a fan back when she was working w/ Drew Barrymore as Lancome’s spokesperson. I can’t wait to see what she does next.
…and I know I shouldn’t buy that eyeshadow seashell but it is so cool and I bet I could do some lovely things with it. hmm.
Trisha
Feb 29, 2008 at 4:57 pm
drew is my girl & she looked fab as lancomes spokesman. gucci did a great job & i cant wait to see what comes next for her
Kristen
Mar 1, 2008 at 12:05 am
I love Lancome…but a collection all about iridescence and reflectiveness? I’m feeling a little shine anxiety already!
yoyosushi3 (thu)
Mar 1, 2008 at 2:29 am
haha, i was just commenting how confusing l.u.c.i. was and here you are clarifying everything! this is a really cool concept because it’s not exactly any color. people will certainly be entranced by anybody wearing this and wondering “what is that pretty color??”
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