POWER UP WITH EMERALD, THE COLOR OF THE YEAR
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SEPHORA HOT NOW: VOLUME 3 SEPHORA + PANTONE UNIVERSE COLOR WATT HIGHLIGHTING MASCARA
Sephora Head Merchant Margarita Arriagada on the power of high-energy mascara.
SEPHORA + PANTONE UNIVERSE COLOR WATT HIGHLIGHTING MASCARA:
“We worked hard to find a great formula. There are die-hard people waiting for the right shade of green mascara. I get emails! We worked hard to find a great mousse formula. You can layer it on top of black or wear it alone, or just on the tips of the lashes. The same thing that keeps the mascara shade from showing up on the lash makes it a great thickening formula.”
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SEPHORA HOT NOW: VOLUME 3 THE SEPHORA + PANTONE UNIVERSE COLOR OF THE YEAR EMERALD COLLECTION
Sephora Head Merchant Margarita Arriagada on the power of emerald in numbers.
THE SEPHORA + PANTONE UNIVERSE COLOR OF THE YEAR EMERALD COLLECTION:
“This set best represents our story and what we have created. We put so much into the design and the packaging to really marry with what Pantone stands for. I will definitely be gifting this—as soon as it goes on sale!”
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![SEPHORA HOT NOW: VOLUME 3 COLORSMASH HAIR SHADOW
Sephora Head Merchant Margarita Arriagada on the power of potent hair shadow.
COLORSMASH HAIR SHADOW: “We’ve seen a lot of hair chalk out there, and found that this formula was really blendable. Some have too much payoff, some transfer. This is really an eye shadow formulated for your hair. I love the fact that it looks great on blondes and dark hair equally. For me, [the bold hair color explosion is] a little like what we saw happening with nail—it’s just getting bigger and bigger. Now when you think about what you wear, you think, how am I going to complete this with a nail?”
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SEPHORA HOT NOW: VOLUME 3 COLORSMASH HAIR SHADOW
Sephora Head Merchant Margarita Arriagada on the power of potent hair shadow.
COLORSMASH HAIR SHADOW:
“We’ve seen a lot of hair chalk out there, and found that this formula was really blendable. Some have too much payoff, some transfer. This is really an eye shadow formulated for your hair. I love the fact that it looks great on blondes and dark hair equally. For me, [the bold hair color explosion is] a little like what we saw happening with nail—it’s just getting bigger and bigger. Now when you think about what you wear, you think, how am I going to complete this with a nail?”
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SEPHORA HOT NOW: VOLUME 3 SEPHORA + PANTONE UNIVERSE COLOR GRID SHADOW BLOCK IN ELEMENTAL
Sephora Head Merchant Margarita Arriagada on the power of wet/dry eyeshadow.
SEPHORA + PANTONE UNIVERSE COLOR GRID SHADOW BLOCK IN ELEMENTAL:
“There are products out there that are too loose or too gritty, and this one feels angelic. It’s a perfect shimmer for the lid. What’s amazing is you can use it wet as a liner, just for a pop of color. Neutrals are hotter than ever, so this is a great way to help clients experiment.”
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SEPHORA HOT NOW: VOLUME 3 TOM FORD NEROLI PORTOFINO
Sephora Head Merchant Margarita Arriagada on the power of sonic cleansing.
THE TOM FORD NEROLI PORTOFINO:
“This is going to sound a little strange, but this fragrance feels emerald green. It absolutely captures the Italian Riviera. I really had to immerse myself in the color, so I really embraced why this color was selected and why it’s important and this sense of renewal that this color brings and this richness and the luxury aspect of what emerald means. When I picked the scent it’s because I could feel that. I know it may be a stretch for everyone else but I could really feel the color in the scent.”
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SEPHORA HOT NOW: VOLUME 3 CLARISONIC MIA2 SONIC SKIN CLEANSING BRUSH
Sephora Head Merchant Margarita Arriagada on the power of sonic cleansing.
THE CLARISONIC MIA2 SONIC SKIN CLEANSING BRUSH:
“I must have six Clarisonics. I live in LA but have a little apartment in San Francisco, so I have one in each place, and then multiple MIAs for travel. I have a cheetah-print one and a pink one that was personalized for me by the Clarisonic team. But this new one, which was matched to the Pantone chip, is my new favorite!”
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![FRONT/CENTER: SEPHORA + PANTONE UNIVERSE COLOR OF THE YEAR PRODUCT COLLECTION
Finally, our Sephora + Pantone Universe Color of the Year products are available!
“When I first discovered what the Pantone Color of the Year was, I was in awe,” says Sylvie Rouaix, Vice President of Product Development and Brand Marketing, who develops the collection. “Emerald happens to be my favorite color. I think it’s mesmerizing—it carries energy and has soothing qualities.
“[To prepare,] I started dreaming in color. I laid out a vision for eyes, portraying strength and modernity. I then created the spirit of a supporting ensemble, see-through textures, touches of lilac and peach—the perfect neutrals complementing the amazingly rich emerald shades.
“Our mission was to capture the modernity of the shade while leveraging the historical relevance and power. Most women love emerald for its depth and elegance. We built a technicolor world for the modern woman.”
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FRONT/CENTER: SEPHORA + PANTONE UNIVERSE COLOR OF THE YEAR PRODUCT COLLECTION
Finally, our Sephora + Pantone Universe Color of the Year products are available!
“When I first discovered what the Pantone Color of the Year was, I was in awe,” says Sylvie Rouaix, Vice President of Product Development and Brand Marketing, who develops the collection. “Emerald happens to be my favorite color. I think it’s mesmerizing—it carries energy and has soothing qualities.
“[To prepare,] I started dreaming in color. I laid out a vision for eyes, portraying strength and modernity. I then created the spirit of a supporting ensemble, see-through textures, touches of lilac and peach—the perfect neutrals complementing the amazingly rich emerald shades.
“Our mission was to capture the modernity of the shade while leveraging the historical relevance and power. Most women love emerald for its depth and elegance. We built a technicolor world for the modern woman.”
SEPHORA + PANTONE UNIVERSE COLOR CHARGED GRAPHIC NAIL LACQUER:
“We are going to be early with this trend—it will be huge for fall. But that’s ok! Sephora should be on the forefront. I want people to remember that Sephora is the color authority and we had it first. What I love about this polish is the vivid hues, how vibrant this emerald color version is. The formula is what you’d expect from a really great formula: It’s long lasting, has great coverage and high shine, and really important for me personally is that it’s chip-resistant. I hate formulas that chip!”
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How did you get the name Emerald?
I was born in May, so Emerald is my birthstone. My mother, who is a color consultant, is interested in eastern religion, and in the Buddhist and Hindu traditions green is the color of the heart chakra, which represents love and compassion. And my parents thought it sounded good with Carroll!
Do you own a lot of emerald jewelry?
I was gifted a lot of emerald jewelry as a child, but unfortunately I lost most of it. Real emeralds are not for young children! Many people don’t know this, but because of their rarity, fine emeralds, carat for carat, can be two to three times as valuable as diamonds!
Does your name often get butchered on your cappuccino cup?
Yes! Sometimes I just pick a random easy name to give, which can be sort of fun, but if I’m with friends they always give me a hard time when I do this. Maybe they think I’m being a traitor to my own name? Or, more likely, they find it funny to watch me have to spell it out to a confused barista.
Have you met any other Emeralds?
No…but I hope to!
Urban Decay / Eyeshadow in Kush
$18.00
NARS / Duo Eyeshadow in Misfit
$34.00
Julep / Nail Vernis in Emilie
$14.00
Sephora by OPI / Nail Colour in I Come in Peas
$9.50
Illamasqua / Nail Varnish in Nomad
$14.00
Stila / Sparkle Waterproof Liquid Eye Liner in Electric
$22.00
Make Up Forever / Aqua Liner in 4 Diamond Lagoon Green
$23.00
NARS / Larger Than Life Long-Wear Eyeliner in Rue De Rivoli
$23.00
Dior / 5-Colour Designer All-In-One Artistry Palette in Green
$60.00
Lancome / Color Design Infinité in 500 Enduring Vert
$24.50
Urban Decay / 24/7 Glide-On Eye Pencil in Covet
$19.00
Pamela Love began designing jewelry out of her Brooklyn apartment in 2006, and soon her pieces, inspired by nature, astronomy, and botany, caught the attention of numerous fashion editors and retailers. The Sephora Glossy caught up with her at her Manhattan studio to talk about the Pantone Color of the Year, Emerald.
Are there a lot of emeralds in your jewelry?
They’re in the eyes of our snake rings and in the feathers of our peacock rings. We use a lot of malachite too, which is also green, and sometimes we use emerald as an embellishment on it—for a little sparkle.
Do emeralds have any special significance?
It’s Cancer’s birthstone, which is my husband’s sign. And emerald is the stone of the goddess Venus, so it’s thought to preserve love.
How sweet!
It’s really a good luck charm. We’re really into magical things here. I read that it also acts as a tranquilizer from troubled minds.
You’ve got a lot going on in the next few months, so does that mean you be using more emerald soon in your design?
Yes! Next season we’re doing more, with pave diamonds, rubies—that whole family of stones.
Do you wear emerald?
I have green eyes, and emerald jewelry close to your face helps pick up the green in your eyes. Not that I’m walking around with giant emeralds around my neck. So, also emerald eye shadow!
Julep / Nail Vernis in Emilie
$14.00
Sephora by OPI / Nail Colour in I Come In Peas
$9.50
Illamasqua / Nail Varnish in Nomad
$14.00
Sephora Collection / Nail Lacquer in Picnic in the Park
$4.00
NARS / Duo Eyeshadow in Misfit
$34.00
The New Black / Ombre 5-Piece Nail Polish Sets in Wave
$22.00
Stila / Sparkle Waterproof Liquid Eye Liner in Electric
$22.00
Sephora Collection / Nail Lacquer in Green Generation
$4.00
Make Up For Ever / Aqua Liner in Diamond Lagoon Green
$23.00
Urban Decay / 24/7 Glide-On Eye Pencil in Covet
$19.00
NARS / Larger Than Life Long-Wear Eyeliner in Rue De Rivoli
$23.00
Urban Decay / 24/7 Glide-On Shadow Pencil in Clinic
$20.00
Sephora Collection / Retractable Waterproof Eyeliner in Glitter Green
$12.00
Dior / 5-Colour Designer All-In-One Artistry Palette in Green
$59.00
YSL / Liquid Eyeliner Moiré in Emerald Reflections
$34.00
Pantone, the color authority, just announced its 2013 Color of the Year: Emerald. Earlier this week, we asked you to play color forecaster and submit your guesses. Check out @Angelina_219’s submission—and how ahead of the color curve she is.
Learn about how industry insiders get inspired during our Google + hangout at 4:30PST on December 10th. Sephora’s own Lina Kutsovskaya, a magazine veteran and world-renowned Creative Director, met Beauty Editor Eva Chen nearly a decade ago. Here, they reunite to talk beauty, holidays, and the Pantone Color of the Year.
