MAC Cosmetics Really Outdid Itself in 2014

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It's been a busy — and amazing — year for MAC Cosmetics. We've long been devotees of the brand due to the perfect pigmentation of its products, but what keeps us coming back for more is its exciting limited-edition collaborations. Though it's hard to pick favorites, 2014 was undoubtedly MAC's most fabulous year yet. Thanks to more than 10 collaborations with trendsetters, icons, fashion houses, and even cartoon characters, we've felt like we haven't stopped handing our money over to the brand since January. And with the recent announcement of a Summer 2015 partnership with Giambattista Valli, it looks like MAC will keep us riveted (and potentially broke) for years to come. Read on and reminisce with us as we look back at 2014's best MAC launches.

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Giambattista Valli

Italian designer Giambattista Valli has linked up with the MAC moguls for a collection coming out for Summer 2015. And though it won't be available for some time, we're so captivated by it that we had to break the news now. So far, we know that the collaboration features five floral-hued lipsticks inspired by the prints used in the designer's decadent gowns.

Kinky Boots

Kinky Boots

The two-piece lipstick and gloss Kinky Boots MAC collection matched the spangly red of the show's namesake footwear.

Nasty Gal

Nasty Gal

Just as cool and curated as the brand itself, Nasty Gal's capsule collection for MAC comprised three flattering vampy lip shades and a perfect cranberry red nail polish.

MAC Cosmetics x Nasty Gal Lipstick in Runner

MAC Cosmetics x Nasty Gal Lipstick in Runner

MAC Cosmetics x Nasty Gal Lipstick in Runner ($16)

MAC Cosmetics x Nasty Gal Lipstick in Gunner

MAC Cosmetics x Nasty Gal Lipstick in Gunner

MAC Cosmetics x Nasty Gal Lipstick in Gunner ($16)

Prabal Gurung

Prabal Gurung

The ultraluxe gilded packaging on Prabal Gurung's collection for MAC Cosmetics made for a covetable holiday gift — for your friends or yourself. We personally can't stop dusting our pale faces with the bronzer.

MAC Cosmetics x Prabal Gurung Carmine Rouge Lipglass

MAC Cosmetics x Prabal Gurung Carmine Rouge Lipglass

MAC Cosmetics x Prabal Gurung Satin Ochre Eye Shadow Duo

MAC Cosmetics x Prabal Gurung Satin Ochre Eye Shadow Duo

MAC Cosmetics x Prabal Gurung Terre Eye Shadow Duo

MAC Cosmetics x Prabal Gurung Terre Eye Shadow Duo

Rocky Horror Picture Show

Rocky Horror Picture Show

Just in time for Halloween, MAC's Rocky Horror Picture Show collection featured a variety of red lipsticks and plenty of glitter to help you get your time warp on in style.

Rocky Horror Picture Show Riff Raff Eye Shadow Palette

Rocky Horror Picture Show Riff Raff Eye Shadow Palette

Rocky Horror Picture Show On the Hunt Superslick Liquid Eyeliner

Rocky Horror Picture Show On the Hunt Superslick Liquid Eyeliner

Brooke Shields

Brooke Shields

The blockbuster palette in Brooke Shields's collection for MAC was the brand's biggest yet, but our favorite part of the launch was the brow set — we can still dream of getting Brooke's iconic arches!

Rihanna For Viva Glam

Rihanna For Viva Glam

While the unusual glittery taupe lipstick hue of Rihanna's second Viva Glam collaboration initially frightened us, it melted into a gorgeous glimmering bronze on lips.

The Simpsons

The Simpsons

Inspired by matriarch Marge, the Simpsons collaboration featured doodles by the show's creator Matt Groening and surprisingly wearable yellow hues.

The Simpsons Nacho Cheese Explosion Lipglass

The Simpsons Nacho Cheese Explosion Lipglass

Nacho Cheese Explosion Lipglass ($17)

The Simpsons Pink Sprinkles Blush

The Simpsons Pink Sprinkles Blush

Pink Sprinkles Blush ($24)

The Simpsons Itchy & Scratchy & Sexy Lipglass

The Simpsons Itchy & Scratchy & Sexy Lipglass

Itchy & Scratchy & Sexy Lipglass ($17)

A Novel Romance Fun Ending Powder Blush

A Novel Romance Fun Ending Powder Blush

Nail Transformations

Nail Transformations

Celebrity manicurist Marian Newman joined up with MAC in July, upping the game of nail art fans everywhere with a set of texturizing and transforming topcoats.

MAC Studio Nail Lacquer in Rebel

MAC Studio Nail Lacquer in Rebel

MAC Liquid Pigment Top Coat in Gold Pearl

MAC Liquid Pigment Top Coat in Gold Pearl

Lorde

Lorde

Though the MAC Cosmetics x Lorde collection only consisted of two products, it was just as attention-grabbing as the songstress herself — the punchy purple lipstick sold out shortly after its early June launch.

Pure Heroine Lipstick

Pure Heroine Lipstick

Pure Heroine Lipstick ($16)

Kelly Osbourne

Kelly Osbourne

Kelly and her mom, Sharon, collaborated with MAC in June, releasing a collection packed with pinks, nudes, and purples (to match the Fashion Police host's hair).

Sharon Osbourne Blush in Peaches and Cream

Sharon Osbourne Blush in Peaches and Cream

Sharon Osbourne Blush in Peaches and Cream ($22)

Kelly Osbourne Lipstick in Riot House

Kelly Osbourne Lipstick in Riot House

Kelly Osbourne Lipstick in Riot House ($18)

Kelly Osbourne Eye Shadow in Bloody Brilliant Quad

Kelly Osbourne Eye Shadow in Bloody Brilliant Quad

Kelly Osbourne Eye Shadow in Bloody Brilliant Quad ($44)

Proenza Schouler

Proenza Schouler

The ultrachic neon gradient packaging of Proenza's MAC collection rivaled its contents — bright, fun colors — for beauty.

Proenza Schouler x MAC 129SE Powder/Blush Brush

Proenza Schouler x MAC 129SE Powder/Blush Brush

Proenza Schouler x MAC 129SE Powder/Blush Brush