Every once in a while, a beauty collection comes along that feels less like makeup and more like a passport—an invitation to step into another world entirely. The new Estée Lauder x Sabyasachi collaboration is exactly that. It doesn’t just sit on your vanity waiting to be used; it draws you in, pulling you toward a world of rich textures, deep colors, and timeless glamour.
I’ll admit it—this is one of my favorite collaborations at the moment. There’s something about the fusion of Estée Lauder’s classic elegance with Sabyasachi’s opulent artistry that feels almost cinematic. Wearing it makes me want to hop on the next flight to Mumbai, where tradition and modernity meet in the most intoxicating way.
The Shade That Stole My Heart
On my lips, I’m wearing Coffee Masala, a shade that instantly captured my imagination. It’s rich, earthy, and sophisticated—like sipping spiced chai in a velvet-draped lounge while watching the world go by outside. This is not just a lip color; it’s a mood, a story, a connection to something larger than myself.
What I love most is how it feels both familiar and new. Familiar because it has the warmth of a classic brown, flattering and timeless. New because of the subtle complexity—the undertones that shift depending on the light, giving it a depth that makes you want to lean closer and take a second look.
Inside the World of Sabyasachi
The beauty of this collaboration is that it doesn’t stop at the makeup. Step into the Sabyasachi store in New York City, and you’ll understand why I could spend hours inside. It’s not just a shop—it’s an immersive world. Rich fabrics, intricate embroideries, and that unmistakable sense of grandeur greet you at every turn. It’s as if each corner is whispering stories of heritage, craftsmanship, and dreams realized through artistry.
Being there makes you realize how naturally this collection came to life. Estée Lauder’s sleek, refined approach to beauty combined with Sabyasachi’s lavish design sensibility feels like destiny. Together, they’ve created something that transcends products—it’s an atmosphere, a feeling.
Beauty as Escape
What I find most inspiring about collaborations like this is how they remind us that beauty is never just surface-level. It’s not about painting on a color and moving on; it’s about the emotions, the stories, and the memories that shades and scents can evoke.
For me, Coffee Masala is a reminder of slow mornings and vibrant evenings. It’s the balance of comfort and boldness, of heritage and modernity. When I wear it, I don’t just see color—I feel transported.
Isn’t that what beauty should be? An escape, a little luxury, a way to carry pieces of the world with us wherever we go?
Why This Collaboration Matters
In the ever-changing landscape of beauty, collaborations often come and go. But the ones that stand out are those that feel authentic. Estée Lauder x Sabyasachi is more than just packaging and pigment—it’s a celebration of culture, craftsmanship, and identity.
It’s about global beauty, about bridging East and West, about showing how artistry can speak a universal language. It’s for the dreamers who want to be reminded of faraway places, and for the realists who crave everyday elegance with a touch of extravagance.
A Luxurious Pause
In a world that moves too quickly, sometimes we forget to savor beauty. This collection is a gentle nudge to slow down. To enjoy the ritual of opening a beautifully designed lipstick. To feel the texture glide across your lips. To look in the mirror and see not just yourself, but a version of yourself touched by inspiration and imagination.
That’s what I love about Estée Lauder x Sabyasachi—it’s not about changing who you are, but about unveiling another side of yourself. Maybe the side that craves glamour. Or the side that dreams of India’s bustling streets and golden sunsets.
The Lasting Impression
As I slip the lipstick back into my bag, I realize that this is more than just makeup I’ll reach for again and again. It’s a keepsake, a reminder of how artistry can travel across continents and create something universally beautiful.
I walked into the Sabyasachi New York store curious, and I walked out transported. That’s the magic of this collaboration—it lingers, it transforms, and it whispers stories every time you wear it.
So here’s to beauty that makes you dream, to colors that carry meaning, and to collaborations that feel like more than the sum of their parts. Estée Lauder x Sabyasachi is a reminder that sometimes, the most extraordinary journeys begin with the simple act of opening a lipstick.
