Here is a look at the shades I used. I really liked the soft, smokiness of the shades, although the pigmentation was a little weak, and the texture was a little hard and dry. Still, though, not impossible to work with, and a great combination of shades.
I used the lightest grey as a highlight shade, and applied a little in the inner corner as well (although I don't think you can really see it), the medium blue-purple shade on the lid, and the dark navy shade in the contour area. I didn't use the black in this look, because well - black is just black, right? Also, I was going for a softer, subtler look, that didn't scream "OMG BLUE EYESHADOW!" I hope this made it!
Here's a look at the eye, from another angle so you can see the shimmer of the shades and take a closer look at the blending. I quite like this. As you can see in the photo, the blue has a very interesting glowy sheen to it - it glows and shimmers, but it isn't duochrome or anything. It just glows very subtly. All the shades are shimmery, but nothing here stands out as being too much. I actually like it!
All in all, I quite like this palette. If you're going for a full-on, dark dramatic bue eye, the Striking in South Beach Palette won't be for you, but if you want a more wearable version of the same eye look, and a subtle version perfect for both day and night, this is the look for you!
(Product was sent for review. Review is my complete and honest opinion. I am not affiliated with/compensated by the company.)
Love the colour. It's the perfect shade for "cool toned" asian complexions.
ReplyDeleteI need to choose one of the Stila palettes. Blue isn't my thing but so many people are playing around with it that I want to - you know?
ReplyDeleteI love the color!
ReplyDeleteWonderful! Awesome!
ReplyDeleteThey suit you! You have beautiful eyes! Love the shape of your eyes. I've been trying blue eyeshadow for a couple of weeks now. Used to go for pink and light purple, but because I wear pinkish blush and plummy lipstick, I didn't want to go overboard with the warm colours. Light blue on my eyes look okay...
ReplyDeleteLovely color dear! :) Love it.
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