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Amazing Compacts you’ll have to have!

16 February, 2015 - 07:36am by - First Lady | 41 Comments

Article by BR Natalie

"I'll just go powder my nose' said many a starlet, in many a classic film.  And out of their clutch would appear a beautiful, decorative compact, with their favourite powder inside.

One of my favourite films is Rebel Without a Cause.  And despite being 65 years old the film is still relatable (and James Dean is still hot).  Except for one small plot point.  The interaction between the leads is fueled by a makeup compact.  An ornate, floral compact that back in the 50s a girl wouldn't be without and yet today, a teenager, or even a lady, would rarely be seen with.

Is it that we've moved away from face powders?  Or do we just favour the cheap case our favourite powders come in?  Maybe.  Or maybe we've forgotten just how gorgeous an accessory a compact can be. 

And on that thought, a BR mission was actioned.  Here's some of the stunning compacts available - and no, they won't (all) set you back a small fortune!

Estee Lauder Zodiac Compact -$70

These gorgeous compacts are embellised with crystals and include a mirror for on-the-go touch ups.  They fit any Estee Lauder powder refill, meaning you can use it for your translucent powder or even your bronzer!

Charles Malloy Peacock - $240

A little on the pricy side yes, but you have to admit this is stunning!  And it's available as a double mirror compact, or a powder and mirror compact.  If you choose the latter it comes with a removable sifter and puff.

Check out the complete Charles Malloy range - a girl can dream right?

Jane Iredale Refillable Compact - $30


We love the sleek, classy design of this compact - it can be used across the Jane Iredale range and features a large mirror.  It's also made with recyclable, eco-friendly materials
 

Urban Decay De-Slick Compact - $45

Here's something a little less dainty - Urban Decay's De-Slick mattifying powder comes in a luxe Lucite compact with a pretty-but-edgy design.   

Stratton Lace Vogue Compact - $75

This is a vintage piece from the 1950s - so for something a little special it's well worth keeping an eye out at auction houses and vintage stores. 

Benefit Some Kind of Gorgeous - $57

Ah isn't this why we love Benefit?  Perfect for the quirky girl who likes her beauty products to be...fun!

Guerlain Meteorites Range -$100


The Meteorites range of powders all come in stunning compacts featuring the Guerlain rosette.  Our favourite is the Voyage pictured above, but a quick Google image search will have you wanting them all - and the good news is they're all refillable!

Tan Organic Bronzer Duo - $50

A refillable, eco friendly, handbag proof wooden compact.  Pretty cool hey?

Rouge G de Guerlain Jewel Lipstick Compact - $110

If the reason we don't use compacts as often now is that we don't touch up our face powder as often, how about this for a modern twist?  We all touch up our lippie right?!  It's described as 'the ultimate accessory of mystery and seduction.'

 

Do you have a special compact you refill?  Or are you not a compact girl...yet?  Which of these catches your eye?

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21st July, 2017

I have been lusting after the Guerlain Meteorites one's for ages. Just can't justify $100 though. So pretty!

26th February, 2015

Some of those are very lovely - I especially love the purple one.

25th February, 2015

I do have a compact, they must be making a come back. They can be a thing of beauty. I would be just happy to have one in my bag. Love the Charlies Mallory range

24th February, 2015

I really really love the Urban Decay De-Slick Compact (purple is my fave colour) I do not have a fave makeup compact at home . But I do have an amazing Cupcake Printed Silver Compact Mirror that I take every where.

22nd February, 2015

The only compact I use is for my foundation. But it's a plain design, not anywhere near as pretty as these compacts featured here. I really love the Charles Malloy Peacock - $240!

22nd February, 2015

I love the lipstick compact and Stratton lace vogue compact. They look so pretty!

21st February, 2015

I love the idea of the beautiful dainty gold ones! I do worry that if I had one in my handbag it would break though. I sometimes wish I was born in the era where they were common place!

21st February, 2015

Love the Estée Lauder zodiac compacts. Might pop into store and see what the bronzes looks like

21st February, 2015

My Mum used to use a compact all the time and would have loved the Stratton Lace Vogue - how beautiful it is. I must find out if I can get one sent over from family in the UK, this article just reminded me :)

20th February, 2015

The urban decay one has my heart

19th February, 2015

I do have a compact. But I cocouldn't justify spending some of these prices.

18th February, 2015

I'm loving the Urban Decay one as well as the lace one! But sadly they're all too expensive argh!

18th February, 2015

I don't own a compact anymore. This article has reminded me to purchase one. I really like the Estee Lauder Zodiac Compact. They are simply stunning!

18th February, 2015

Love the UD one & Zodiac ones!

17th February, 2015

Ummm I'll give you one guess as to which one you think I'm going to choose as my favourite. Hint: A certain colour ahem lol

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