Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links and the products featured were provided for review.Inspired by the whimsical, spectacular world of the circus, the limited-edition
Dior Holiday 2025 Makeup Collection features several stunning, collectible pieces for the eyes, lips, and complexion. I’m excited to share my reviews and swatches with you today. To read on, click.......
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| Dior Holiday 2025 | Diorshow 5 Couleurs Eyeshadow Palette in "636 Fiery Circus" |
Dior Holiday 2025 | Diorshow 5 Couleurs Eyeshadow Palette in "636 Fiery Circus" (C$100 for 7g):Packaged in a shiny gold compact, this limited-edition eyeshadow palette showcases five stunning shades, each pressed with an intricate, star-studded take on the classic Dior cannage pattern. Finished with a sparkling gold overspray, "636 Fiery Circus" offers
a pearly white shimmer, a pale yellow-gold shimmer, an orange shimmer with fine red sparkles, a soft taupe-brown shimmer with iridescent flecks, and a burgundy-red shimmer with fine iridescent sparkles. Aside from the red shade, which is slightly sheer, all colors are creamy, pigmented, and effortlessly blendable.
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| Dior Holiday 2025 | Diorshow 5 Couleurs Eyeshadow Palette in "636 Fiery Circus" |
Dior Holiday 2025 | Dior Forever Glow Luminizer in "001 Gold Start" ($75 for 6g):Packaged in an intricate, luxurious white faux-leather covered case quilted with Dior’s signature cannage pattern and studded with shiny gold stars, this powder highlighter comes in a pale champagne-gold shade. Packed with ultra-fine iridescent shimmers that reflect pink, blue, silver, and gold, "001 Dior Star" delivers a striking glow that’s eye-catching without being over the top. The formulation feels lightweight and airy, blending seamlessly for a soft sparkle or building easily to a more intense sheen.
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| Dior Holiday 2025 | Dior Forever Glow Luminizer in "001 Gold Start" |
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| Dior Holiday 2025 | Dior Forever Glow Luminizer in "001 Gold Start" |
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| Dior Holiday 2025 | Rouge Dior Lipstick |
Dior Holiday 2025 | Rouge Dior Lipstick (C$72 for 3.2 g):All decked out in shiny gold and silver packaging, these holiday Rouge Dior lipsticks feel especially luxurious this year. I have a couple of the new limited-edition shades here. "210 Circus Satin" is a soft peach-beige with a natural sheen. Although it appears a bit dull in the tube (I was scared it was going to wash me out), the shade surprisingly flattering on the lips. The formulation is silky, smooth, and semi-sheer but easily buildable.
The Rouge Dior Forever Liquid Sequin released during Holiday 2023 (reviewed
here) was an instant hit, going viral across nearly every social media platform. This year, Dior has introduced a fresh take on the concept with the new Rouge Dior Sequin Liquid Lip Duo. The dual-ended design features the Liquid Sequin lipstick on one side (which is a matte liquid lipstick with a super sparkly finish), and a clear lip gloss on the other. I realized I forgot to photograph the applicators, but the liquid lipstick side features a heart-shaped doe-foot with a curved design that holds a generous amount of product while the gloss side applies with a small brush applicator, which helps prevent smudging the base color.
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| Dior | Rouge Dior Sequin Liquid Lip Duo |
I applaud Dior’s creativity with the Rouge Dior Sequin Liquid Lip Duo, but I personally find the concept less than ideal. The liquid lipstick side appears to have the same formulation as the original Rouge Dior Forever Liquid Sequin from past seasons. It is a pigmented matte liquid lipstick, and once it dries, pressing the lips together activates the glitter, creating a festive, dazzling effect. Some shades turn slightly patchy when I press my lips together, so I recommend allowing extra time for the formulation to fully set to minimize patchiness. At this stage, you can either leave the look as is or finish with the included gloss. In my opinion, this is where the concept falls a bit short. One might expect the gloss to enhance shine and sparkle, but it actually does the opposite. Because it creates a smooth, reflective surface, it dramatically mutes the glitter. The end result is still sparkly, but noticeably less so than before the gloss. Additionally, even with extended drying time, the liquid lipstick is not completely smudge-proof, so the gloss tends to muddy the base color. Overall, while I appreciate Dior’s new take on the Rouge Dior Sequin, I ultimately wish they had kept the original concept unchanged.
100 Spectacular Nude: This is a dark peach nude with iridescent pink and gold glitters. The color applies and sets a bit darker than it appears in the tube.
220 Ribbons: A cool-tone light pink with iridescent silver sparkles, this shade is a bit hard to pull off for me. I think it would flatter paler complexions or those with low contrast features.
719 Acrobat: This is a dark brown with iridescent pink and gold sparkles. No issues with the formulation but the color is quite intense and perhaps more suitable for those with darker skin tones.
720 Spectacular Icone: My favorite of the bunch, this is a cranberry red with iridescent pink and gold sparkles. However, I did notice that this shade got a bit patchy when I pressed my lips together for the glitter reveal.
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| Dior | Rouge Dior Sequin Liquid Lip Duo in "100 Spectacular Nude" |
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| Dior | Rouge Dior Sequin Liquid Lip Duo in "220 Ribbons" |
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| Dior | Rouge Dior Sequin Liquid Lip Duo in "719 Acrobat" |
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| Dior | Rouge Dior Sequin Liquid Lip Duo in "729 Spectacular Icone" |
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| Dior | Rouge Dior Sequin Liquid Lip Duo |
Availability:
In Canada, Dior is available in stores and online at
Sephora,
Dior, and Holt Renfrew.
