I was reminded of the Dior Summer Mix collection at the end of last week when I took a short stroll through the mall. The Dior counter was so bright, I could not miss it and it is a good reminder that “Hello! Its still Summer, people. Fall is a nice collection too, but lets live for now, shall we?”.
The Summer Mix collection is a collection of matching nails and lipgloss in translucent, jelly textures. I’ve already shown you all the nail colours here and here and you have to admit that they are beautiful and bright and perfect for the summer. One good thing about living here in the tropics is that these bright colours will never be out of place all year round! Yay! 😀
For myself, when I first got wind of the summer stuff earlier this year, I made a beeline down to the Dior counter to pick up my very first orange lipgloss in Orange Pareo (542). I must say though, I wasn’t disappointed one bit. I am a huge huge fan of Dior lipglosses. Next to Guerlain glosses, they’re the only ones I use because they are not sticky, not tacky and have good colour.
But you’re here to see what an orange lipgloss looks like and whether you need one right? 😀
Erm… yes you do! 😀
Here are the swatches on the back of my hand, swatched once and then multiple layers. The beauty about the Dior Addict Ultra Gloss is that even if you layer it on, you don’t feel like your lips are thick or too sticky. All you get is better colour.
Swatches Left: One layer Right: 2 layers
The formula for this one is Flash, which is the sparkly one. To refresh our memories, Dior Addict lipglosses come in 3 formula – Flash (sparkly), Glow (no sparkles) and Pearl (iridescent shine). So expect some eye catching sparkle and shine to this lipgloss 😀
Here’s a close up of the tube to show you the pretty sparkles in their glory!
Pretty right? 🙂
What I liked is that it is pigmented enough to wear on its own (really, orange lipgloss isn’t as scary as you might imagine!) but it adds a pretty sparkle when topped over lipstick!
Left: Dior Orange Pareo alone Right: Dior Orange Pareo over Dior Addict Extreme Riviera lipstick
Its pretty pigmented on its own to be interesting while adding a warmth and sparkle to a red lipstick.
Also featuring: Diorskin Nude Tan Healthy Glow Aurora bronzer and Acapulco and Calypso on nails
For completeness, here’s how it looks on the face. See, I told you that orange liploss isn’t scary at all! It adds some colour and on my pigmented lips, seems to have a slight pink note so it doesn’t look pure orange. The shine is also pretty and it isn’t overdone so its not like you applied some cheap glitter all over your lips.
I forgot to mention that the applicator is a brush which I happen to LOVE! Brushes give better control over exact application and distribution of colour and not many lipglosses come with a brush applicator so when I do find one that comes in a formula I like, I am all gaga 😀
In a nutshell
Dior Addict Ultra Gloss lipglosses are only one of 2 brands of lipglosses that I will voluntarily purchase. The texture is not sticky or tacky but it lasts long enough for me and the colours are pigmented. I maybe a lipstick girl but I make an exception for these glosses. Its a long time fave of mine over the years. Orange Pareo is a lovely sparkly orange lipgloss that can be worn on its own or over lipstick. It warms up the tone of lipsticks and adds lovely sparkles without making it look tacky or over done. Its unique enough to purchase and I did. So should you 😀
Pros: Not sticky, Not thick, Not tacky, Lovely sparkles that aren’t too glittery, Pigmented enough to be worn alone, Warms up lip colours when layered over lipstick, Applicator is a brush
Cons: Pricey but if you exclude the price, then none
Who will like this: Anyone who is looking for a pretty orange lipgloss, Anyone who dislikes tacky sticky goopy lipglosses, Anyone who likes a lipgloss with a brush applicator
And here we have one of the many kawaii poses available to Asians that I saw used last week by a busload of Asian tourists. I don’t know. Is this supposed to be Pose No. 7? Or is it an L? 😛
In this one, I layered Orange Pareo over Dior Addict Extreme in Riviera. Riviera on its own is already a gorgeous coral shade tending to a red on my lips. When layered, it took on a warmer more coral-orange note and was infused with lovely sparkle. I loved it! I also tried layering it over other red lipsticks and the effect is just as pretty. Part of the fun is in seeing how the orange gloss changes the colour of a lipstick and the other part of the fun is in seeing lips look all lovely and pouty with shine and sparkle.
Here’s the rest of the collection as sneaked from the counter last week. I actually do like the bright colours of both lips and nails. I might show you a couple more of the lipglosses if you’re keen – just say the word 🙂
Did you pick up any of the Dior Summer Mix lipglosses or nail polishes? Orange lipgloss – what say you?
xx Paris B
Dior Orange Pareo Lipgloss in #542 Price: RM90 Availability: Dior counters Limited Edition: Yes, Summer Mix collection 2012
The next time you see a bunch of kawaii poses, do the same. But, stick an ‘L’ on your forehead and stare at them. (I’m mean)
That aside, did you layer a pink blush over/under the bronzer? PURDY!!!
Haha! I sat in my car trying to sneak photos but couldn’t get any good ones 😛 I think I had a pink blush over the bronzer 😀
Darn! I had finally convinced myself that I didn’t need this one a while ago, and then you come along with your great review and lovely photos and now I’m lusting after it all over again. :/ It looks really pretty alone, but omg–over Riviera, that is absolutely beautiful! And I like that you can actually build the color too
Ahahaha… After tempting me with Fleur de Lotus blush, we’re even, Becca! 😀 I surprised myself when I layered it over Riviera. I thought it would be a pretty shade but I didn’t realize how pretty it would be – I think this sort of colour would be stunning on you 😀
Yay! I like this on you! And I agree with everything you’ve said – it’s perfect. It has just the right amount of color, it can be layered, the texture is amazing…yes! Except I don’t like the brush applicator, haha, but I’ll live.
Haha I remember you loved this one too Larie! I do like brush applicators a lot – I always get better application than with doe foot sponges that I find tend to apply colour more sheer – do you realise that too?
Love that last photo! U are so cute Paris! And te L makes u cool yet Kawaii!
And Nooooo I am convinced I am needing this…never know orange lippies is so fun and pretty!
But Rm90 rm90 rm90….
Haha thanks Gin 😀 Orange lip colours can be tricky but this one is super fun! The price is definitely an ouch factor though 🙁
i’d pay rm90 for a lipstick or other stuffs but lipgloss…. URGH….
why my birthday isnt somewhere around this time of the year!
i shall eye for a dupe from now on!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
It just struck me that Revlon Colorburst lipgloss has a sparkly orange. I cannot remember how orange it is but it is worth taking a look 🙂
GREAT! THANKS SO MUCH for that Paris!!!!!!!!!!
now i need, no, must get that! first thing after my exam ends……
again, thank you!!!
It looks so perfect over Riviera! Dang. 😛
You were made for orange Paris! You look lovely!
Thank you Tracy! I was afraid it might be too warm but whew! Only the weather is! 😉
what’s the other brand of lipgloss you’ll “voluntarily purchase”? nosy me, LOL…
Hey Terry, it was in the top part of the post – Guerlain lipglosses 🙂
that’s a Bond Girl pose, Paris 😀 i don’t usually like glosses but this is exceptionally pretty layered over Riveria. now i’m tempted to buy both of them, nooooooo..
LOL @ Bond Girl 😀 Its very pretty Germs but It is quite an investment 😛 Still, I remember how you like to buy things in pairs so erm… yeah its a pair LOL!
How adorable you are, Paris, you look just like a doll!! This is almost as pretty as Chanel\’s Calypso … do you think so, too? I like it much better over the Dior, too. Also, I love your nails. We\’re eager beavers for the Fall stuff (summer starts in May and ends in June at the end for retail cosmetics and clothes I suppose). Thanks for the post. xoxo Beth in Pgh
LOL Thanks Beth! 😀 I’m not too familiar with Chanel Calypso actually but I looked it up and its really pretty too! I think that maybe the heat is getting to everyone so we’d just rather rush right into Fall (no relief for us here in the Tropics though!)
That’s a super gorgeous color and PB!!!! Red isn’t the only color that looks great on you!!!!! Oh my, I really love this!!!!! GORGEOUS! and your last photo is soooo cute!
Hehe thanks Nikki! Promise I won’t do silly things like this so often 😛 The colour is really quite something but I think it really comes into its own when layered. Wow!
LOL @ the no 7.
they have the #1-#10 poses!
I know! I saw all 1-10 in action! It was like a routine they all did @_@
Wow, that looks gorgeous! ^.^ Ya know what, PB, all this orange in makeup products really inspired me to get a straight up bright orange lippie. Heh heh heh. Any suggestions?
Thanks Hanny 🙂 I only have one more orange lipstick and that’s by YSL. I don’t do straight orange well so I never really paid attention. But I reckon you could find a good straight orange lipstick in Make Up For Ever, or maybe Inglot?
gorgeous, esp. over riviera, now u make me want to get the lipgloss sigh…….
Teehee Oops! Its a very pretty gloss if you don’t already have an orange one Tuti!
orange, add a bit of natural healthy look on pale skin i think.
i love dior lip gloss, not sticky and stay up quite long.
You’re right about orange and about Dior glosses, Jean! Not sticky is my key criteria when looking at a lipgloss. Once its sticky, I look elsewhere.
I’m usually not a big fan of orange lip colours but you’re really tempting to check this one out. It looks so pretty and flattering on you!
I think its worth checking out Gio, but I’m not sure how much more use you’d get out of it now that Summer is drawing to a close? That said, I’m not sure if it makes a difference since you live in the Mediterranean 😉
I always thought it was either a gun or impersonating a beard stroke, though both are equally… wtf (that’s the best word for it :P).
Orange Pareo looks SO good over Riviera! I’m gonna try that tomorrow 🙂 I haven’t worn it for awhile and I should!
Haha! I could do Gun but I also agree. Its mostly WTF 😛 Do try this over Riviera, Xiao. I think it’d look positively stunning on you!
Here in the Phils. that pose means “gwapo/pogi” pose.. “gwapo/pogi” means handsome guy.. And because you did that, you’re now a handsome girl! Lol
LOL!! Oh dear that made me laugh 😀
Aww! This is too cute on you, Paris ;o) Love it!
Thanks Rae! 😀
Oh gosh! The layered over Riviera one is awesome!!! Now I feel like I need to buy Riviera.
Haha aren’t you glad its a permanent colour? 😀
Pretty, Paris! I have Chanel Calypso and I’ve been enjoying it enormously! Dior has great formula as well, and this one is so cute. I should try to layer it on top of Riviera too!
Thanks Sunny! I haven’t tried Calypso but the formula of Chanel glossimers don’t attract me. I have a couple and didn’t like the texture or scent. The colour looks gorgeous though. Do try layering it and see how it looks 😀
Wooh… very pretty orange gloss, esp when layered with the matching lipstick. I love Dior’s glosses. They feel so good on the lips and not to mention, on the vanity table. Paris, your matching nails with that yellow quirk is kick ass!
Thank you Sue! I didn’t expect to see how pretty the gloss would make the lipstick. Its a good trick to change colours of your lipsticks if you feel like it 😉 Dior glosses really are the best.