I just had to use this picture to introduce the Dior Addict lipsticks from the Cherie Bow collection. I didn’t realise just how pretty the Dior Addict lipstick casings can look when the light hits it right. The prismatic colours are absolutely lovely!
These pretty covers house the Dior Addict lipstick line which are one of the early balm-lipstick hybrids. I have Dior Addict lipsticks from way back (I’m a big fan) and they have all been very similar in texture. Light, balmy and moisturising. Some have sheerer colours and some have more pigmented colours depending on the sub-lines but the take away is always the same – moisturising, lightweight colour.
In the Spring 2013 collection, a couple of new colours were included. Dior reformulated their Addict lipsticks about 2 years back, where they were made more pigmented, without losing the balmy texture. I am not sure why these new colours don’t feel the same. Am I disappointed? Well, yes I am. Let me tell you why.
The 2 colours I have from the Spring 2013 collection are Candide 457* (left) and Espiègle 687 (right).
In tube, they both look opaque and creamy. Candide in tube, is an opaque milky peach-pink. Not a colour I’d usually pick up if I’m honest. Espiègle attracted me right off the bat because its one of those colours I usually wear – a rosy hue. Its no wonder I chose to pick up that one! If I look closely, there is minute shimmer in Espiègle.
However, swatching them on skin made me frow my brow in surprise and a little annoyance. They pretty much went on my skin sheer.
Swatches L-R: Dior Addict Candide 457, Dior Addict Espiègle 687 (2 layers each)
While I don’t necessarily consider this a bad thing (I almost expect sheer lip colour from Dior Addict lipsticks anyway) this one still surprised me because the colours coming out of Dior recently have been more impressive. These two colours fit right into the pink theme of the Cherie Bow collection, but the problem is, they aren’t very special otherwise. You could quite easily get similar colours in other brands, which is what disappoints me more than the formula.
Swatched, Candide that looks opaque peach-pink in tube applies on my skin a sheer light pink. Espiègle that looks rosy and a touch shimmery in tube, applies on my skin a sheer rose with no discernible shimmer.
The gloss and shine factor is lovely but that is almost de rigueur coming from the Dior Addict range. What I like about the lipsticks in this range is the moisture and the translucent shine, so if you are looking for an opaque lipstick that lasts, don’t do Addict, go for Rouge Dior instead.
Here’s an example of how they look on my lips (swatches on the arm only take you that far because most people don’t wear lipstick on their arms you know 😉 )
Left: Candide layered with a gloss Right: Espiègle worn alone
I didn’t have a picture of just Candide worn alone. On my arm, it looks like a light pink but on my lips, it washes me out terribly. I can’t wear these “nude” or “light peach” shades most of the time. When I do, I look like I need to visit a doctor. So, layering it with a gloss (Dior Addict Ultragloss Flash 557) made it look a bit brighter and thus better on me.
Espiègle is one of those “my lips but better” shades. This is usually what happens when I go for a sheer rose shade because that is very close to my natural lip colour so I was expecting it. I looked up the definition of “Espiègle” and it translated into “frolicsome, roguish or mischievous” . Unfortunately, the name is much prettier than the colour. Nothing very mischievous or roguish about this gentle tint of rose on lips 🙁
If you have pale lips these will of course, show up better on you. If you have pigmented lips then I suggest you don’t bother because you’d just be frustrated and disappointed at the lack of colour. I have these now, so I’d use them. However, if you don’t have them, I’d say hold off or look into the regular permanent Dior Addict range instead for a better colour selection. My personal favourite is Icone (681) 😀
In a nutshell
Dior introduced 3 new limited edition shades in their Spring 2013 Cherie Bow collection – Charmante (437), Candide (457), Espiegle (687) and Bow (467). All colours are pink toned to match the pink themed collection. I tested all the colours at the Dior counter but they didn’t attract me primarily because I don’t usually wear pink on lips very often. All the colours are sheer and light and truth to tell, aren’t very inspiring. The texture is classic Dior Addict which is light, moisturising with a translucent shine. Colourwise, its very sheer which may not suit many, but may suit those who like these sorts of sheer tint of colour because quality wise, its still pretty good.
Pros: Light balmy texture, Easy to wear colours
Cons: Colours aren’t special
Who will like this: Anyone who likes wearing light sheer tints of lip colour
Do you like the Dior Addict lipstick formula? Did you like any from the Cherie Bow collection?
Any time people tell me they don’t like wearing lipstick (why??) I gently (or not so gently) steer them in the direction of the Dior Addict lipsticks. They are a very good “transition lipstick” for gloss wearers because of the texture and formula and light colour so it doesn’t frighten people so easily. The ones from Spring 2013 didn’t grab me but I hope there’ll be more interesting ones to come in the later collections. Like these? 🙂
Paris B
Dior Addict Cherie Bow lipsticks – Charmante (437), Candide (457), Espiegle (687) and Bow (467) Price: RM98 Availability: Dior counters Limited Edition: Yes, Spring 2013 Cherie Bow Collection
I ADORE that first pic! Love the prism of colours on the tube! So pretty Paris!!
Yeah, these are kind of disappointing! Nothing like the ones that came out last summer! I love my Riviera and Icognito to bits, but these are just meh. Hopefully the summer ones are better!
Thanks Tracy! 😀 I took the picture, looked at it and thought “Wow! I’d never seen THAT before!” Wish the lipstick was as pretty 😛
I have some Dior lipsticks but am not a convert. Perhaps due to my colour choices but often they make me look washed out. Much prefer the colours and textures in Chanel’s. Somehow Chanel’s ones suit my skin tone really well.
Sorry to hear that Lisa 🙂 I love the texture of Dior lipsticks but I do go for the stronger shades. I do think Chanel does some amazing colours but their textures don’t wow me 🙁 Now, lets talk Guerlain… 😉
Pretty! I think these look great on you, but then, I AM quite partial to a sheer lippie 🙂 I have so many sheer, balmy lipsticks that I need to try! My favorite is Burberry’s Lip Mist and I have tried Chanel’s Rouge Coco Shine (it was just ok). Still want/NEED to try the Dior Addicts, Giorgio Armani Rouge d’Armani Sheer, Becca Sheer Tint Lip Colour and Chantecaille Lip Sheer! 😀
Thank you Becca 😀 I do think they are nice, just not special I guess 🙂 I still haven’t tried the Burberry Lip Mist after my last poor experience with Burberry lipsticks (went bad quickly) and I too wasn’t wowed by Rouge Coco Shine (too drying). If you do want to try Dior Addict, go for something in their permanent range. Lovely colours and lovely texture!
Why are these soo sheer… I have some addicts and they re usually pretty opaque and my addict extremes tend to be more sheer. Pretty colours but not enough pigmented IMO.
These lipsticks reminded me of a range Dior did a while ago which were sheer Addicts. Nice, but so sheer, its no wonder they pulled it after a while LOL! I love the regular range – lovely colours and texture so I do hope they buck up for future collections!
I love a good sheer lippie, but I still want color. I have pigmented lips and the lines I have been using lots is the YSL Rouge Volupte Shine and Chanel Coco Shine. I love the colors and the way they make my lips feel. Too bad the new Dior colors are sheer, I have contemplated purchasing one of the new colors, but if they are that sheer, I’ll stick with my Fresh lip balms.
I’ve heard a lot about the YSL Rouge Volupte Shine but I haven’t tried that yet. Darn YSL for pulling out >.< Rouge Coco Shine is a bit too drying for me (Weird I know!) I'd suggest not picking up any of the Spring Dior Addicts and wait and see what comes out for Summer or even Fall when colours start looking stronger (and IMO better for pigmented lips like ours) 🙂
I’m glad I’m not alone being disappointed in these. They look lovely idd but once they are on it’s just something that is barely there and for being an Addict Extreme I expected a bit more pigment.
These aren’t Addict Extremes, Teri just the regular Addict 🙂 In fact they aren’t even the Addict Iconic which may explain why they are so sheer although Dior doesn’t make a big song and dance about it. Ah well, thank goodness their permanent collection stands up to the test! 😀
wow they really lack pigment, that’s so surprising because Dior is such a great brand and has some impressive pigmented lipsticks
You said it Kassie! I’m hoping this is a fluke and they go back to their amazing formula again for future collections 🙂
ohh wow these are sheer even for this line. It’s too bad because they looked semi-promising in the tube (ok I just can’t get that excited for these types of colors lol). I really like your eye makeup in those FOTD shots though, especially the one on the left! And I love the packaging too, sometimes I’ll take it out and move it this way and that just to watch how the light hits…I need new hobbies.
LOL! I know what you mean MM. Some colours just don’t do it. I do like the rose tints in Espiegle though. Its a colour I usually wear but pinks and I are meh.
The colours are very pretty, but what a shame they are so sheer! I expected something better from this line.
Haha it looks like most of us feel the same way! Oh well, better luck next time eh?
Spring 2013 is no good for dior. No good. Lol
LOL Too true! Their only saviour thus far are the blushes which I do really like! 😀
Nice colours but as mentioned numerous times above they are lacking pigment a tad.
Probably good for someone who likes these sort of textures
I have Charmante and I actually really like it! It’s true that it’s sheer, but it’s my nude/everyday coral if such a thing exists. I get your point that these are more dupable, but they’re still quite lovely 🙂
That sounds pretty Sunny 🙂 I tried it out at the counter but even then it didn’t grab me 🙁 That said, sometimes, we just have to test it on our lips to know how the colour will work against our skin and lips so maybe that was my mistake not giving Charmante a chance 😀
i look like the colour from lip balm than a lipstick.
Haha yes, a tinted lipbalm!
Pink lipsticks for you, at last! 🙂
I don’t think it washes you out, Paris. Even in the photo both shows up quite well and pretty on you. I’d have gone for Espiegle. The colour looks darker on the tube than on lips. hmm…
Thanks! 😉 Yes, the colour in tube is much more opaque than on skin. Pluses and minuses I suppose 🙂
Loving my Dior Addict 525 Vintage!! A sweet mauve pink that I always reach for daily use. I’m in love with the packaging too! 😀
Mmm sounds like a lovely colour… And one I don’t have! I’m on a mission to use up mine in Icone so its perpetually in my bag