I’d Bet My Next Paycheck Merit’s Latest Lipstick and Leather Bag Will Sell Out By October 8
I've brought my Merit Signature Bag to dinner more times than I can count. While technically a cosmetic bag you receive with your very first purchase, the double-lined brown corduroy pouch is a staple accessory in its own right. Not to mention, it's essentially a signpost for minimalist-chic beauty fans; Merit, after all, is the go-to brand for a five-minute face. Cue Gisele's iconic The Devil Wears Pradaline: "Are you wearing the—?" The Merit Signature Bag? Yeah, I am.
I didn't think the pouch could get any more elevated, but leave it to Brandon Maxwell to churn out a brand new classic. Today, Merit announces a collab with the luxury women's ready-to-wear label, which includes two new must-haves: a limited-edition Lip Blush and a sophisticated black leather Signature Bag. Scroll ahead to discover how to get your hands on each.
Of course, we must begin with the designer accessory. It has a similar shape to the OG iteration, just with a more structured, bucket-shaped silhouette and wrist handle, which is finished with a metal knot detail quintessential of Maxwell's signature hardware. The vegan leather bag also features a magnetic closure, as opposed to the original Signature Bag, which has a tie top. It's luxurious, modern, and ultra-exclusive—only available while supplies last—and I suspect it'll be gone in a flash once it officially launches on October 2.
To snag the soon-to-be-viral staple, all you have to do is spend over $125 on Merit Beauty items (the bag is not available for individual purchase), a relatively easy feat if you (like me) consider yourself a brand loyalist. Consider this a sign to restock the staples you know you're going to wind up re-buying anyway, such as the Flush Balm, Complexion Stick, Bronze Balm, and Signature Lip. And voilá—the Brandon Maxwell-ified Signature Bag is yours.
While you're at it, I highly recommend tossing the new Signature Lip Blush into your cart (especially if you need a bit more help reaching $125!). The formula features a blurred, soft-matte finish that adds a sheer kiss of color to the lips. (Imagine if a matte lipstick and tinted balm had a baby—that's Lip Blush.) The new collab shade is, of course, called Maxwell, which dresses your pout in a rich, swoon-worthy berry. It's also housed in a limited-edition silver packaging that, for what it's worth, pairs perfectly with that knot detail on the aforementioned Signature Bag. I can only imagine how chic the two treasures will appear side by side IRL.
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Signature Lip Blush - Maxwell
The lipstick and bag are both available starting October 2, but again, you'll need to reach $125 to receive the free designer gift. For now, sign up for the Lip Blush waitlist and browse my favorite Merit items below so you're well-prepared to fill your cart as soon as both launches become available. Time is of the essence, friends. I don't expect them to stay in stock for very long!
My Favorite Merit Beauty Staples to Shop
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Flush Balm Cream Blush
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The Minimalist
This precise complexion stick makes covering up blemishes and dark circles an absolute breeze.
Do not sleep on Merit's eau de parfum! Delicate and powdery, it makes you smell infinitely more expensive.
Beauty fans go feral for this lip oil's intense shine and non-sticky consistency.
A must-have, IMO. It makes my skin look practically airbrushed. (I have the photos to prove it!)
This pot of eye shadow is so creamy and buildable, you'll want to wear it every single day.
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Five Minute Morning
A set like this will help you instantly hit the $125 benchmark. You can't go wrong with any of these staples, so why not take the lot?
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The Complexion Set
For those looking to upgrade their base products, feel free to snag this complexion set—and receive the gifted black leather bag, while you're at it.
