Image: Neiman Marcus

• 1 – Charcoal/Greige (for smoky eyes)
• 2 – Deep Ocean Blue/Intense Ocean Green
• 3 – Pale Lilac Grey/Luminous Fuchsia (my favorite)
• 4 – Light Blue Stone/Sandy Beige
• 5 – Shimmering Lilac Pearl/Pale Green Pearl

Also included is a new liquid eyeliner dubbed Liquid Silk ($32). I love liquid brush eyeliners so this one is must-have for me. It comes in two colors — matte charcoal grey or midnight metallic blue. Though I’m not a big fan of blue eyeliner normally, I’ll definitely try it. It’s touted as quick drying and long lasting. You can also find their Eyes to Kill mascara in three new colors ($28).

For the lips, the collection includes Armani Silk Lipstick in two new colors. #92 looks to be a pale mauve, while #93 is a darker purple. Armani Silk lipstick is priced at $25. They have also added a new Lip Shimmer (#59), which is very pale and priced at $26.

The new Sheer Blush color (#12) is a pale raspberry shade that seems a little light for autumn, but looks quite pretty. For some reason, their blush doesn’t fall in line with the other price points in their cosmetics collections. It’s expensive at $42.

You can shop for the entire collection at Armani website, Neiman Marcus and other department stores.

Model is wearing Sheer Blush in 12, Manta Ray Eye Duo Palette in 1, Liquid Silk Eye Liner in 1, Eyes to Kill Mascara in Steel Black, Smooth Lip Pencil in 1, ArmaniSilk Lipstick in 92, and Lip Shimmer in 59.

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Giorgio Armani Beauty Manta Ray Collection

The shows started with big and fabulous names like Dolce and Gabbana & Giorgio Armani. And fabulous they were (with lots of glitz and glam on the D&G runway…including a Madonna linked boy toy sighting a la Jesus Luz).

Milan Fashion Spring/ Summer 2010 may be focused on menswear, but just because we’re ogling at the stunning bodies of the male models doesn’t mean I’m not taking notes on what I may be wearing come next year at this time. Giorgio Armani’s models strutted their stuff down the Italian runway with female bombshells as well and they were as equally as fashionable and stunning as their male counterparts.

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Are those glasses from/inspirited by a pair that Armani picked up from American Apparel? Their so..I don’t know. Just not my style. High fashion though. The almost purple/blue color that accents the female model’s outfit is spot on. I love it on those heels and the sleeves of her shirt. The eyeshadow is a bit much, but…it is the runway and anything goes on the runway! I love that skirt! I almost want to run out and buy a silky white skirt and a button up jacket and wear it to work…by itself. Except that probably would be completely inappropriate.

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Do you remember that episode of Friends where Ross wears a pink shirt and he insists on calling it salmon instead of pink? This shirt reminds me of that episode. Only I’m not even sure what color to call the shirt that the male model is wearing. He’s a brave one! Love, love, love the whole outfit the girl is wearing. From top to bottom I wish I could have the outfit in my hands right now. I love the flow of the top and how soft the pink is. The contrast of the soft pink and the dark navy are amazing. The heels look fun too!

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New cocktail dress..check. New heels…check. Hot date to the cocktail part…double and triple check. I love the detail of the dress. I bet it’s super heavy on. It probably weighs as much as the model herself. But, it’s still a beautiful dress! I love the purple clutch. Where can I find one in that purple?

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Milan Fashion Week: Giorgio Armani

Here’s another Father’s Day gift idea for great-smelling dads…

Giorgio Armani – Your Scent Your Style Gift Set
$70.50, ships free from Sephora

Dads on the go will appreciate this set of three (3!) Giorgio Armani fragrances in super-portable 1 ounce bottles.

Included in the set; Acqua de Gio For Men Eau de Toilette Spray, Armani Code Eau de Toilette, and Emporio Armani Diamonds For Men Eau de Toilette Spray.

Image credit: Sephora.com

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Gifts For Dad: Giorgio Armani Gift Set

Image: Bloomingdale's

Featuring a super silky formula, the shadow is available in three textures – Matte for deep color, Satin for “lustrous sheen” and Sparkling for shimmer. With colors ranging from pretty pastels (such as Sparkling Lilac and Matte Light Green) to deep, dark shades (such as Sparkling Blue Navy and Satin Black), you are sure to find a color and texture that you love. It seems to be available in 18 shades, plus three extra neutrals (Beige Pink, White Satin and Matte Dark Grey).

I loved this shadow because it was very blendable and smooth. The powder is so silky that it’s almost like using a cream shadow. It stayed put all day and didn’t crease or fade.

The good thing about the Maestro Mono Eyeshadow is that it’s only $28. And though that’s not cheap, it might not be as expensive as you’d expect from the Armani label.

You can get it online at Saks Fifth Avenue and Bloomingdale’s. Learn more about the line at the Giorgio Armani Beauty website.

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Giorgio Armani Maestro Mono Eyeshadow

This is not the shawl to wear when you’re feeling under the weather…

This however is the shawl you wear when you want to look like a million bucks for a black-tie occasion!

That’s Giorgio Armani’s “floral applique scarf“.  It’s created from layers of sheer, embroidered black silk, sewn to make dimensional flowers.

image: Neiman Marcus

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Black Flowers from Armani

Image: BlueFly.com

These shades have a silvertone metal frame with acrylic stems and feature the Giorgio Armani logo engraved along the silvertone bar. The lenses are completely UV protected and are shaded a dark tint of brown. You can also get this style in dark gray, if you want. I like the little cut out at the top.  It makes them unique! This is the right type of style for someone who wants a mature look. Bonus: they l0ok good on men and women!

Order these online at BlueFly.com (on sale!) for $159.

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Giorgio Armani Aviator Sunglasses on Sale

Armani? Armani Privé? Armani Exchange? Armani Collezioni? Please fashion gods, help me sort out which Armani line I want to wear, which one I can afford, and which one all the fashionistas are wearing.

Armani Exchange: Commonly referred to as A|X, I see trendy Mexican nationals, and even trendy Americans wearing Armani Exchange all the time. I don’t understand the allure of wearing these letters all over the place, but whatever floats your boat, you know? These are the kinds of clothes that you will see in the store for a few weeks and then go in a month later and not see them again, because they were trendy and “in” for that month. You’ve probably walked by an A|X before. You’ve probably even bought something from there.  Photo Shows Burnout Flutter Sleeve Top-($29-$48)

Emporio Armani: Oh! This one you can probably find more easily then any of the other Armani brands. This is the largest distributed Armani brand in the world (the exact opposite of Armani Privé).  The line is a bit more trendy and colorful then Armani Collezioni, but also adds lots of color and class to its look. It’s a happy medium between A|X and Armani Collezioni.  Shown-Emporio Armani Silk Skirt-$675

Armani Jeans: Obviously a jean line, but it also includes typical jeans and t-shirt looks. The looks aren’t as classic black and white as many of the “higher” end Armani stores are. Brights and trends are all over the place. It’s interesting to note that sometimes you can spot Emporio Armani items near Armani Jeans and vice versa.

Armani Collezioni: This is collection has a piece of my heart. It is super classic, the LBD of Armani. It’s classic, it’s timeless, and it will never go out of style. You also don’t have to go to an Armani store to pick it up. You can always run to a Neiman Marcus and get something like this Floral Jacquard Dress for $1615.

Giorgio Armani: Usually known as the black label, this is “the” high end fashion line for Armani followers.  It’s kind of like an American Express Black card, once you have it, you’ll never go back.

Armani Privé: Anne Hathaway wore Armani Privé to the Oscars this year. Of course it is fabulous! It’’s the haute couture line and you’re super lucky to wear it!

Photos from: PR Photos, Armani Exchange, Emporio Armani, Neiman Marcus, Bauer Griffin

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Giorgio Armani, Armani Privé, A|X….what?

“I have always wanted to capture the magnetism that you feel in the presence of a sensuous woman. To pay tribute to this mysterious allure, I was inspired to create a trilogy of scents.” — Giorgio Armani

I love how the bottles are not overtly feminine and girly. The overall shape of each bottle is the same but each one is distinctly and artfully designed to reflect the contents within.

Onde Extase is a heady combination of mimosa, jasmine, narcissus top notes with middle notes of pink petter, sicilian bergamot and finally, base notes of cedar, musk and sesame absolute. This scent is described as “an ultra-feminine and refined fragrance” with a “woody-powder” scent. Onde Mystere is a light scent with notes of musk-amber, moroccan rose buds, incense, vanilla and spices. The bottle’s design symbolizes the wave design left on the sand by the winds.  Onde Vertige is an oriental blend of scents. It combines frangipani flower, black liquorice and patchouli.

Each one of these Giorgio Armani scents sound divine, doesn’t it? They’re available now at Saks Fifth Avenue for $95 each.

(Images: Saks Fifth Avenue)

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Giorgio Armani Perfume Trio

I wrenched my shoulder…

I stepped on a piece of glass, with bare feet…

I need cheering up!

New purses from Giorgio Armani?

Yes, that will do nicely, thank you

Giorgio Armani for Emporio Armani – Milan, Spring 2008 collection.

All images courtesy of Getty Images.

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things that cheer me up

A jeweled clutch from Gianfranco Ferre.

Where to start!   Accessories from Christopher Bailey for Burberry.

By Roberto Cavalli for “Just Cavalli” – I love the detailing on the purse!

And another encrusted clutch, this one from Giorgio Armani.

Have I whet your appetite yet?  I’ll see what I can find for tomorrow…

All images courtesy of Getty Images.

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highlights from Milan fashion week: Spring 2008