I have to admit I'd not really heard of the Archie's Girls comic before MAC announced their collaboration recently. Dating back to the 40s, the comics would depict best frenemies Betty and Veronica in their bids to secure Archie as their man. Betty is the sweet, blonde girl-next-door whereas Veronica is the brunette spoiled rich girl.
The MAC Archie's Girls collection consists of some general products as well as some more suited to either character within the range. I steered clear of the gorgeous blushes as I really do have enough for the time being, but my absolute vice is a limited edition lipstick as MAC always seem to produce the best colours for a short time only. From the moment I saw the press release, I knew Betty Bright would have to make its way into my collection.
Betty Bright is described as a 'light, bright peach' with a satin finish. Usually these kinds of shades are released in more sheer formulas like cremesheen and lustre finishes so it makes a nice change. Betty Bright isn't drying as such but does have a habit of clinging onto any dry areas on the lips so it's essential to prep them with a good scrub and balm first. It's a lot brighter than I actually anticipated, which means it looks best when the rest of the face is kept pretty simple - just a good base, minimal eye makeup (matte nude shadows and a good helping of black mascara with a little liner if you wish) and you're done. I know this is going to look extra lovely in the warmer months ahead paired with a (hopefully, real) tan.
What do you think of this lipstick, and the collection in general? MAC Archie's Girls collection is currently exclusive to Selfridges, but will roll out into all MAC locations as well as online pretty soon. Are you more of a Betty or a Veronica?
PS. I feel I should only apologise for the ultra posiness (sp?!) that is the picture above - but it was the best of a bad bunch! I'd also like to point out that what looks like a bra is, in fact, a dress. Panic over. Happy Valentine's Day!
You look so beautiful, Emma!
ReplyDeleteI love it! It's such a beautiful colour :D Tempted to buy it! I love the pictures too, pretty!
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Gorgeous colour, really suits you! x
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I usually manage to restrain myself from buying anything from the limited edition collections but I always end up kicking myself when I miss out on a blinder of a product. I think Betty Bright might be the latest blinder and I can see a purchase on the cards. Thanks for sharing and saving me torment of missing out! x Becky
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Your hair is like something from a magazine it's beautiful xx
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You're so beautiful - amazing hair! Xx.
ReplyDeleteLove this natural shade on you - cute packaging too X
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I'm a sucker for Limited MAC stuff especially their lipsticks, I really like the look of 'Ronnie Red' the Veronica lipstick but I really can't justify another lipstick especially since MAC raised their prices. Sadface. You look gorgeous! Hope you have a nice Valentine's Day
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Such a lovely colour!
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I love this shade on you! xxxx
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it really suits you! have a happy valentines :)
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This is the first time I have given in and bought from a limited edition range. I went for lipsticks - Ronnie Red and Oh Oh Oh. I have been wearing Ronnie Red at work today and received many compliments. It's bombproof too - I put it on 12 hours ago (almost to the minute) and it hasn't budged!I'm not sure I could carry off the bright pink like you do though!
ReplyDeleteI have to get this shade :D you have just confirmed how much I need it in my life :)
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The shades are gorgeous its a shame Selfridges don't have the full rang though as i love all of Veronica's lipsticks!
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Looks so good on you!
ReplyDeleteI was in Selfridge's on Sunday and I ummed and ahhed about buying this and didn't in the end. I am now metaphorically kicking myself because it looks like such a gorgeous shade!
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ReplyDeletesuch a pretty color! xx
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You look so beautiful in the last picture!
ReplyDeleteI'm so excited to try this range! I really want one of the Veronica lip shades xo
ReplyDeleteThis is such a lovely lipstick and looks gorgeous on you
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Oh and I'm running a giveaway, if you want to pop over and have a nosey! Giveaway here
Love the packaging!! The shade is perfect too - bet they sell out by the time I get to MAC!
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you look amazing here, this shade is gorgeous i've been dying to buy something from this collection!
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What a beautiful shade - I adore the packaging of this range but didn't really feel taken with anything UNTIL I saw you wearing this lipstick. I need it!
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I hate the packaging compared to their normal sleek black! I love the look of this lipstick though :) xx
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such a cute girly shade! the packaging is so so cute, although I agree - I've never heard of archie's girls before :S
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Such a lovely, light colour :)
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Very pretty shade, you're definitely giving the Victoria Secrets models a run for their money in that photo :-)
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Such a gorgeous shade! I really don't like the packaging though, I know you always are a sucker for the mac collaborations. Your hair always looks so amazing xx
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Oww such a pretty coral colour, very subtle and nude. Looks lovely on you.
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This is so absolutely perfect for your skin tone. I adore peachy colours, I am due a MAC trip soon, so I might have to head to the Trafford Centre and check out the collection, since they have a Selfridges.
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That pic is gorgeous! Why not throw a sultry pose out there every so often? ;o)
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Such a beautiful color, that picture of you wearing it is so so so stunning!
ReplyDeleteSuch a lovely colour, looks gorgeous on you! and the picture looks lovely:) xxx
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I got mine mail order despite the selfridges rip off postage as it reminded me of my beloved mac flamingo. Will be buying a back up when it hits the mac counter as i still regret not getting 2 flamingoes. Its pinker than cut a caper,jazzed etc, maybe closer to costa chic. I was getting fed up of no satin formula releases as although more drying they last.x
ReplyDeleteThis colour is gorgeous and it really suits you. I think Archie comics are a bit of an American thing. I was aware of them because I think they're mentioned in Friends but other than that I didn't really know too much about them haha x
ReplyDeleteSuch a lovely colour. Looks amazing on you, combined with the rest of your makeup, features, skin tone, hair... Basically, you're totally rocking it!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for sharing... I'm so sad I missed out on this collection :(
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what kind of lip scrub would you recommend using? i love this - it looks great on you!
ReplyDeleteSuch a gorgeous colour lip and you look so pretty! Love your hair have you had it done recently? x
ReplyDeleteBetty all the way ! Gorgeous berry pink colour too! xx
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Such a lovely colour, and it looks amazing on you:)x
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The packaging is so adorable! And you look gorgeous as always!
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Ahhh! In the film 'Romy & Michelles High School Reunion' I always wondered who they were talking about when they were arguing over who was the Betty and who was the Veronica...now I know! Georgous colour x
ReplyDeleteThis shade is lovely! Looks so great on you! :) ♥
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This colour is going to be great with a tan for spring :)
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gorgeous colour! xx
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Jeee, you are just so BEAUTIFUL, that last photo is amazing! Love this colour too :)
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you look beautiful in that picture! the shade is also so nice on you :) x
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Oh my, that picture is amazing and I love the MAC lipstick.
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I hadn't really bothered to check out the collection, but seeing the shade on you, I might have to! Lovely photo!
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i think this packaging i great and love the pose by the way xx
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Betty makes your face POP.
ReplyDeleteI'm really keen to try out some bits from this new range. After seeing that lipstick i think i'll have to!
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This colour is gorgeous! You look lovely
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You always look flawless in every post you do. I love the outfit too. Which dress is it you're wearing? x
ReplyDeleteAmazing colour on you! Where is your jacket from? X
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