What is the “craft of beauty”? The French translation, Le Métier de Beauté, evokes more than just a skill, but rather an art with an assemblage of devoted collectors intent on transforming a flat complexion into a stunning, complex masterpiece. This new cosmetics line builds on the character of that craft, matching creative packaging with high-end formulas designed for breezy application. Le Métier de Beauté, housed exclusively at Neiman Marcus and Bergdorf Goodman, recently debuted its counter–the first in the world–at Neiman Marcus, Lenox Square to an audience of newfound followers, who now swear by the clean simplicity and wearability of the products. “Atlanta is home to incredibly astute and savvy women who have a distinct sense of style and are beauty-involved,” says President Joanna Vorachek Austin about the choice to premiere in Atlanta. “They are on top of the trends, not afraid of color or to try new things.” The foundations are luminous and lightweight, the concealers are deceitfully covering, the blush pigments are diverse, yet accessible for all skin tones and the velvety array of shadows border on gaffe-proof. The brand focuses more on classic mainstays than seasonal trends, and the pure richness of quality and unpretentious approach to cosmetics pave the way for brand loyalty among the company’s newfound customers. “Each product in our line is crafted by master artisans with an unparalleled attention to detail,” Vorachek Austin says. “Our products perform superiorly and are simple to use–for the cosmetic novice to serious beauty aficionados; it’s the key to our exquisitely crafted line.” Furthermore, the casing is sophisticated with functionality as key, with the smallest details devised for the greatest ease. Beauty and brains, indeed–keeping words of the Le Métier vision: Never accept less than who you are.
The Look: Sun Goddess
Get It: Start by applying Soft Touch Tinted Moisturizer to the entire face. When dry, dust on Blonzer in Maldives Magic along the cheekbone. Spread True Colour Eye Shadow in Nutmeg and Naked on the eyelids, and frame the eyes by brushing on a coat of Anamorphic Lash Mascara in Black. Fill in the brow line with Brow Bound Eyebrow Pencil in Natural Blonde. Add a touch of pink to the apples of the cheeks with Radiance Powder Rouge in Whisper. Finish with a coat of Colour Core Moisture Stain Lipstick in San Tropez.
The Look: Pretty in Peach
Get It: Apply True Colour Eye Shadow in Tuscan Sunset, Peachy Keen and Innocence on the lids. Achieve a sexy cat-eye with a lengthy stroke of Precision Liquid Eyeliner in Noir from the inner lid through the outer rim, on the top and bottom, parallel with the brow line. Add drama with a brush of Anamorphic Lash Mascara in Black. Frame the eyes by filling in brow arches with Brow Bound Eyebrow Pencil in Brunette. A touch of Radiance Powder Rouge in Echo along the cheekbone will bring a rosy hue to the skin. For starlet-red lips, apply a coat of Colour Core Moisture Stain Lipstick in Bombay, then cover with Sheer Brilliance Lip Gloss in Clearly Brilliant.
Enhance the Look
Enjoy the benefits of perfect lighting with the superbly balanced light diffusers in the Classic Flawless Finish Foundation. The silky, blendable formulation evens out skin tones with ample coverage while making the skin look fluid, natural and bare. SPF 8 coverage lasts all day while vitamins A and E hydrate the epidermis to forge a burnished glow. $68.
See the world a little differently beaming through an eye dusted with the shades of the Kaleidoscope Eye Kit. The innovative packaging of four sumptuous, interchangeable shades, coupled with the strokable texture of the refined powder, lends a sophisticated look with ease of application. The circular brilliance of the design supplies an easy-access top mirror. $85.
Toss on a tint of gloss with every color right at your fingertips. Unfolding before your eyes, the Kaleidoscope Lip Kit features four dazzling shades, which fold into the coveted and ingenious chrome kaleidoscope design for a convenient, full-range palette. The fade-resistant colors mean fewer touch-ups throughout the day. $85.
A sun-kissed bronzer may be dark and chic, but tan hues seldom collaborate with fair-skinned beauties. The Blonzer is a skin-lustering soft, mineral-based bronze with a hint of blush for a glowing balance that will make you look like you’ve spent the summer lounging in a private cabana–no matter your skin tone. $58.
It’s called eyeliner, not eye smudger, for a reason. Discover artistic accuracy with Precision Liquid Eyeliner and achieve dramatic definition without excessive blunders. The quill tip applicator strokes on razor-thin lines or smooth thick definition with a wave of the wrist. According to Vorachek Austin, it’s “the finest, single-handed, precision eyelining instrument available today.” $42.
Devised for lip gloss buffs ever pining for the sleekest shine and the endurance to match, souse your lips in Sheer Brilliance Lip Gloss. The light formula applies smoothly to the lips, supplementing the skin with antioxidants and highlighting your greatest attributes with a subtle pop of creamy color that will linger throughout the day. Find countless companions, with every shade intently designed to match each skin tone. $32.