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case studies; From heavy silver envelopes and hammered-gold lids to laser-etched pigments, the powder compact is getting all dressed up.(Brief article)

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Byline: Catherine Piercy

With hidden compartments for powder and lipstick in its body, beak, and tail, Salvador Dali's "Bird in Hand"-a three-in-one cosmetics compact created by the Surrealist artist in 1950-was as much statement piece as practical necessity. Taking their cues from art, fashion, and even chocolate, this season's extravagant compacts are equally inspired. "Compacts today are meant to be shown, not stuffed in the bottom of your bag," says makeup artist and YSL artistic director Linda Cantello. "They need to be every bit as beautiful as they are functional." Fitting the bill: The company's Palette Signes d'Orient-containing skin-illuminating powder stamped with a pair of decorative Chinese knots-serves as a ...

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