Gabrielle ‘Coco’ Chanel believed the light-reflecting property of pearls enhanced a woman’s natural beauty by bringing a delicate luminosity to her skin. Peter Philips, Global Creative Director of CHANEL Makeup, captures this quality in a radiant Spring 2011 Collection, LES PERLES DE CHANEL. Pearlized shades of black and white are accented with pinks and corals, brightening the complexion and creating a natural glow. Not to be outshone, nail shades extend the trend.

OMBRES PERLÉES DE CHANEL EYESHADOW PALETTE

This palette of five luminous and intense shades flatters eyes in every light with the luster of the finest pearls. The ultra-refined powder formula resists creasing, and unique, custom applicators provide precise delivery of colour and seamless blending. $65.00 Limited Edition

ROUGE COCO HYDRATING CRÈME LIP COLOUR

Two new shades of ROUGE COCO — in natural tones of rose and coral — complement and flatter any look. $30.00

LE VERNIS NAIL COLOUR

Pearlized and dramatic looks for nails include black, white and coral shades. $23.00

Available at CHANEL.com, CHANEL Boutiques and department stores: January 2011