Guerlain Imperial collection © Patrick Paufert - Studio 106

 memorable tale for splendorous holiday soirées, the new limited edition Imperial Christmas collection from Guerlain is a radiant line of makeup, dusted in shimmering gold.

The collection is inspired by the exotic Imperial courts from another century, a fond memory of the history of Guerlain, which was proclaimed "Patented perfumer to Her Majesty Empress Eugenia" in 1853.

Opulence brings precious gemstones and a lace print to the House’s iconic products, a perfect match to exquisite evening wear.

Rouge G is ornamented with a rhinestone and transformed into a majestic jewel.

Cult mascara, Le 2 adopts an ultra-black look with gold glitter on the tips.

Guerlain Imperial collection © Patrick Paufert - Studio 106

The celebrated pearly Météorites welcome two new shades for a sublime complexion: mauve and white illuminators with pink for freshness and gold for light.

 The iconic compact has an opulent shiny black fabric pouch, inspired by Imperial powder cases.

The collection also includes three KissKiss Gloss lip glosses, an Ombre Eclat 4 Shades eye shadow and a long black-tasseled atomizer to spray a fine shimmering powder on the face and body.

Embodied by supermodel Natalia Vodianova, Imperial Christmas is an ode to divine and exquisitely elegant holiday evenings.

The collection is now available exclusively in Guerlain boutiques.

(Published on november 30, 2009)