DS 3 gets a fabulous upgrade courtesy of Givenchy

Only 500 examples of the DS 3 Givenchy Le MakeUp will be produced, featuring a bespoke makeup kit

Many small superminis adopt a fashion-led design, but the latest special-edition DS 3 goes one step further. DS has partnered with designer and cosmetic maker Givenchy to create the DS 3 Givenchy Le MakeUp, a limited-run model aimed squarely at a specific market. We wonder which?

To appeal to its mystery target buyers, the DS 3 Givenchy Le MakeUp features a special addition in the centre armrest – a bespoke Givenchy makeup kit, consisting of Le Rouge lipstick, Noir Couture mascara, Prisme Visage face powder, and Le Vernis nail polish in an exclusive ‘Whisper purple’ colour created especially for the car. Any self-respecting fashionista wouldn’t be seen in public without nails to match their optional purple convertible roof surround, after all.

The DS 3 Givenchy also debuts a new paint finish. Named Opaline White, it gives a matte, textured finish to the car, with what DS calls a ‘granular’ feel. The car is available as a hard-top or convertible, and both feature purple detailing on the roof, mirrors, and centre caps for the alloy wheels.

Inside, it’s more of the same, with bespoke floor mats and a centre armrest emblazoned with the Givenchy logo. The dash has been given a ‘Rose Pink’ makeover, and as the car is based on Elegance trim it comes complete with a 7-inch touch screen, black leather upholstery, climate control and automatic xenon headlights. A further nod to the ‘Le MakeUp’ side of the car is specially developed LED lighting for the interior mirrors – perfect for checking makeup before driving.

There’s little to worry about when ordering your DS 3 Givenchy Le MakeUp, as it comes with a single engine option – the excellent Pure Tech 110 unit. The three-cylinder turbo produces 108 bhp, and is available with automatic or manual gearbox options. And who knows? Perhaps this will open the flood gates for similar special editions. Keep your eyes peeled for a Volkswagen Make up! or a BMW iLiner.

Prices for the DS 3 Givenchy Le MakeUp start at £19,395 – a £3,000 leap over the standard Elegance model. Only 500 will be produced, and it will go on display at DS World Paris between May 10 and June 7.

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