I recently played with Eye Palette in 02 À La Mode, one of the new eyeshadow palettes from The Body Shop’s limited edition Brush With Fashion collection. The quad comprises four eyeshadow colours: 01 Minimalist White (a frosty white), 02 Prêt-A-Pink (a frosty cherry blossom pink), o3 Futuristic…
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A collaboration with London College of Fashion, The Body Shop Brush With Fashion Spring/Summer 2011 collection features packaging designed by first-year BA (Hons) Fashion Illustration student, Katarina Voloder. In line with the brush/paint aspect of the concept, the press kit came appropriately in a cute tin. Some of…
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When Iris was in New Delhi a few weeks back, she very kindly brought home a gift for me: Lakmé Eye Color Quartet in Tanjore Rush. Part of the Gypsy collection, Lakme’s offering for fall 2010, this palette (425 rupees) is striking in its colour combination and texture….
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I have several MAC 4-pan palettes but the sleek design of this new version (S$9) caught my eye when I visited the standalone MAC Pro store at Ngee Ann City yesterday. A seemingly-improved version of the original, this palette has an insert that can be easily removed. The…
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Some time back, L’Oréal Cosmetics invited me to an event celebrating the launch of the Open Eyes Chrome Intensity eyeshadow quads. The gathering was held at Fika, a cosy halal eatery with a Swedish menu. The rustic charm of the place was evident in its setting – the…
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Inspired by butterflies, L’Oréal Open Eyes Chrome Intensity eyeshadow quads are a visual fest. More richly-pigmented than the brand’s usual shadows, these limited edition compacts of strong hues will appeal to disco divas and anyone wishing to go beyond their colour zone. Aquadisiac (not an unusual name, unfortunately;…
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Although this palette is labelled blue by the brand, it has strong purple tones and is, to my eye, more purple than blue. Divided into four radial pans – highlight, light, shadow, shadow line – this palette is easy-peasy to use. Whether you gradate or pair the colours…
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