New objects of desire - Kose Addiction

I've been lusting after this brand after I read about it on Cosmetic Candy and A Touch of Blusher. Addiction is a Japan exclusive line that launched in Summer 2009. The artistic director, Ayako, previously worked for NARS so it has a NARS-ish feel to it, and the general feel and look is a bit harder and edgier than other Japanese lines. I do think it's a shame that the model in the promotional pictures is so very caucasian, but that's not atypical for Japanese lines (one of the things I like about Suqqu is that they do use models for their campaigns who look at least part asian.)

I was googling it the other day, as you do, and found an online store that is now stocking it that will ship to the UK - www.mihokoshop.com. I managed to resist for about a day before placing an order, and I'll report back when I receive the order. Prices on Mihokoshop are around the Suqqu UK level - I bought 4 eyeshadows, a blush, a lipstick and a compact case for just over £150 with Express Mail Service shipping included.

I love the compact case: it can hold the eyeshadows, blush, pressed powder and tools in numerous combinations that appeal to my OCD desire for order (I can't ever leave a t-shirt in the jumper drawer if Mr London has put the laundry away.)

Picture is from the Addiction Website, www.addiction-beauty.com. It's clickable for a closer look.