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| If you are a male and just clicked on this photo.. how many of you just got turned on my the man pictured above looking more womanly then most women.. ;) lol... bet your ego just got knocked down a notch or two! |
Twenty years later, the original drag queen/ supermodel returns to the campaign that made him famous as M.A.C launches this year’s VivaGlam lipstick andnew matching VivaGlam lipglass($18, both available on September 12 at maccosmetics.com). As usual, all proceeds go to those living with AIDS.
Since the first campaign was unveiled in 1994 (featuring that beautifully creamy shade of deep red), we’ve come to anticipate each new launch. Needless to say, we’ve never been disappointed. But the biggest thrill came last month, when we found out RuPaul was returning to front the one that started it all: Viva Glam 1.
Now renamed Viva GlamThe Original—and accompanied by a limited edition matching Lipglass—the duo hits counters September 12 and will remain available through December 12, plenty of time for you to visit your nearest MAC counter for a little feel–good retail therapy.
A few things RuPaul himself has to say about the relaunch...
The original VivaGlam campaign shoot was a terrific workout.
“It was interesting because I had to put my body in all these weird positions for an extended period of time. I had a kink in my back and all these muscles were aching that I didn’t even know existed. I’d shoot several different set-ups to make up the letters, a day like that is probably 12 hours. The boots were the fun part.”
He misses the 90s glamazon supermodels.
“I long for those days! I’m always looking for a re-emergence of those types of girls. There are few of the new girls who almost get to that level, like Karlie Kloss, Joan Smalls and Karmen Pedaru, who’s fantastic.”
He’s not into celebrities taking models’ jobs.
“I think a lot of things have to change. I think our culture of celebrity obsession isn’t done yet. Big Hollywood actresses have campaigns for moisturizer and hair care—Julian Moore is now at L’Oreal and Jennifer Aniston has that Aveeno campaign—a lot of the things that would have gone to models, Hollywood actresses have snatched. I like glam in the umpteenth degree and, I’m sorry, no Hollywood actress could touch that except Angelina Jolie and Charlize Theron, they’re the only ones that have that over the top beauty.”
He was not at all surprised at his success and career longevity.
“I’ve done morning drive radio, I’ve written a book, I’ve produced TV shows, done acting, you name it. But that’s the name of the game in any profession, you have to be the jack-of-all-trades.”
He believes everyone has a drag superstar in them.
“You automatically stand out from the crowd, there’s nobody else like you. Everyone has a frequency that is unique but it’s up to you to find out what it is and to turn it to full volume. When I got into drag and got all dolled up, I witnessed a power I didn’t know I had. I think that’s true for everyone, it’s the Superman to your Clark Kent.”
I am very happy to see the VIVA GLAM 1 campaign making a comeback.. this is more than just any lipstick (obviously or they wouldn't bring it back in such a big way ;)
This lipstick started a revolution and I have to say, it's probably one of MAC's most universally flattering shades ever. Of course I have my personal MAC Lipstick Favorites like:"Pink Pearl Pop", "High tea", "Candy Yum Yum" ,"Cherry", "Sublime Culture"..
but this cool, burgundy red looks stunning on anyone and everyone. In need of a classic, red lipstick? Look no further than this one --
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