The One that Got Away: Giorgio Armani #14 Eyes to Kill Intense Eyeshadow
Wednesday, November 23rd, 2011
Giorgio Armani #14 Eyes to Kill Intense Eyeshadow
The One that Got Away: Giorgio Armani #14 Eyes to Kill Intense Eyeshadow
With Giorgio Armani #14 Eyes to Kill Intense Eyeshadow (€36.50 for 0.14 oz.) in my hot hands, my collection of Eyes to Kill Intense Eyeshadows is now complete. Major thanks to Amira for offering to ship me one from Sephora France. FRANCE. If you haven’t bought anything in Euros lately, let me say I just shelled out $64 for a product that costs $32 here in the states. Talk about you snooze, you lose! This shade came out last holiday season, which was before I discovered the awesomeness in a pot that is Eyes to Kill Intense. I took one look at photos online, and I knew I had to have it. It’s ANTIQUE GOLD. It’s so me!
It looks more like gold in the pot, sprinkled over black, but the black gives it this beautiful antique gold hue, and when it’s used dry, it almost has a slight green tint. It’s super, super sparkly. I spent all day yesterday continually admiring it over and over again, because it really dazzles. Kind of like Chanel Glossimer or MAC Dazzleglass… but on eyes. The best part about this is there’s no residual fall out during the day like more glittery products often are, because this doesn’t feel like a glitter (it’s very soft and smooth) but has that look. It’s pretty opaque when applied dry, but when it’s applied damp, it takes on a much more metallic characteristic with a deeper color.
Out of all these gold eyeshadows, the closest one is actually Giorgio Armani #6, which is darker and much warmer (they’re not dupes). Urban Decay Maui Wowie is much lighter. Bare Escentuals Spectacular is warmer, more olive green. I think it actually would compare well with MAC Rye, which I have three or four of, because it was so my shade when it came out (it was limited edition, of course).
I’ve reviewed this formula several times (sixteen, to be exact!), and I’m continually impressed by its claims. I’ve worn it up to twenty-four hours with no fading, fall out, or creasing–and that is without a base. Yes, really, twenty-four hours. I had to do it eventually, you know, test their really ridiculous twenty-four hour claim even though I was so, so loathe to wear makeup to bed. I felt like I was going against all that was good in beauty.
What lengths (or prices) have you gone to for that one product you just had to have? Share your stories in the comments! 
The Glossover
If you can get your hands on it, #14 was definitely worth the money, but hopefully this helps some of you who still have access to this particular shade! And if I'm really lucky, Giorgio Armani will repromote it someday. The quality of the Eyes to Kill Intense line is phenomenal, and c'mon, twenty-four hour wear? That is bananas!.
See more photos & swatches!
Giorgio Armani #14 Eyes to Kill Intense Eyeshadow
Giorgio Armani #14 Eyes to Kill Intense Eyeshadow
Giorgio Armani #14 Eyes to Kill Intense Eyeshadow
Giorgio Armani #14 Eyes to Kill Intense Eyeshadow
Giorgio Armani #14 Eyes to Kill Intense Eyeshadow
Product & Review FAQ
Where can I purchase it? How much is it?
Sephora France, €36.50.
Is it limited edition?
Yes.
Any dupes?
Out of all these gold eyeshadows, the closest one is actually Giorgio Armani #6, which is darker and much warmer (they're not dupes). Urban Decay Maui Wowie is much lighter. Bare Escentuals Spectacular is warmer, more olive green.
OMG, it is truly a shame that you paid that much to get this from Europe! I was just at my local Saks and they had this color, but the sales girl talked me out of it because she said she thought it looked "dirty" on the eye. After seeing it here though, I might have to pick one up.
Hey Christine, this color looks great on you. I'm sure you already know but GA ETK now has colors 15 and 16.15 is similar to 14 but a little deeper and more copper.;)
I don't think they're similar at all - I own them all and none of the others are dupes or similar. :)
heyy christine, next time when you're looking for anything, try asking your HK contributors first! i just got armani ETK #14 at the local armani counter for hkd 260, which is about 33 usd. much better deal than sephora in france lol
I wouldn't think of taking advantage of my contributors that way :) Another blogger happened to offer, but I would not feel comfortable asking!
Hi Christine! If you get the chance, could you do a review/comparison of the L'oreal Infalliable 24H Hold Eyeshadow? Eyes to Kill intense Eyeshadow seems to be what they're going for... and perhaps there is even a dupe for #14? I was totally ready to splurge but they were sold out :(
They're not available in the U.S.!
I got this shade from Nordstrom and it was labeled #15, are they the same? Gorgeous none the less.
No, #15 is a different color - http://www.temptalia.com/giorgio-armani-copperblack-grey-15-eyes-to-kill-intense-eyeshadow-review-photos-swatches.
Christine! I'm so excited that you've posted this. I could not find this shade anywhere ... Then a reader posted the UK site in comments. I called their customer service number and they were happy to not only reserve, but ship this to the US. Thank you soooo much for your hand work put into your site. Without it I'd never have found so many amazing products!
How much was shipping?? I'm so curious :)
The manager of the counter called me back shortly after my post to tell me "shipping would be $80" !! Outrageous, I'm not sure how that is possible- was S&H from France anywhere near this? Needless to say, I didn't get the shadow :(
$80?! Wow, that is insane. If it was going air, maybe that would be the price. Shipping was 10 euros, I believe!
I am in love with Eyes to Kill!!! I have 1-3 and they hold up during a 11 hour day at work and through house cleaning. Magic!! I have been trying to find the elusive #14 for quite sometime and to no avail. I tried ordering through the Self Ridges link and they don't do online orders to the US. Anyone have any ideas?
I know Selfridges will ship internationally if you *call* them, but that's all I know :(
They will. I posted a comment regarding the excellent customer service before I read this comment. :)
Wow, Christine, that colour REALLY suits you! It's gorgeous on you!
Thanks, K!
I have one that looks like this from last holiday season but it's marked #15. I also have a silver/black #16 that I got at the same time from the Armani website. Is it the same one or is #14 different than #15?
#15 has no green - it's very warm and coppery. http://www.temptalia.com/giorgio-armani-copperblack-grey-15-eyes-to-kill-intense-eyeshadow-review-photos-swatches #14, 15, and 16 came out together, I believe!
Just beautiful... The price isn't though. :(
It is pricey!
Have you done a video tutorial for how to use these? I love the shades but can never get them to apply properly. Help! Thanks :)
No, I don't do video tutorials any more, sorry!
Aww that's too bad but I like all the new features :)
It is quite similar to Khaki Pulse, isn't it?
This reminds me of Illamasqua Ore pigment -- much more affordable! O_o
Ore is pretty different :) I thought they might be dupes initially, but they're not at all.
I am from Canada. Where can I purchase it? but this number (14)
I only know it's available in France and UK.
Ahh! Gives it to me!! Antique gold is not only my one true weakness, but it actually does look awesome on my eyes! Must be a brown-eyed girl thing. Need.
I knowww! :(
Love, love, love this eyeshadow! Please post when you find dupes! ;)
Will do!
So beautiful! I thought it was sort of pretty in the swatch pic, but it really looks amazing on the eye. Not in my budget right now, but maybe if they repromote it in the future. :)
It sparkles like CRAZYYY!!
Fffffffffuuuuuuuuuu they better bring it back or I'll cry... Either that or I'll bite the bullet and get someone to haul it for me in Euro price. T_T
LOL!!
Doh I actually found it in my local department store here in Australia. They said it might actually be permanent, too. It's AU$47, which is between US$45-$50 depending on the day. Pricey, but beats paying $64. O_O; (Be still, wallet. I'm not going to hurt you... Hopefully. >_> <_< )
Well, at least it's permanent? :D
Hopefully. If it is permanent that can only mean one thing... BACKUPS. XD;
oh my. i would love to have this one in my collection. in my currency i'd be paying almost 200 bucks. considering that i can get a lunch (food + drink) for about 8 bucks, or two months' worth of public transport spending...i think it's still worth the money.
Whew! $200! WOW :(
Ah yes, the reason why it's so much easier for me to spend in dollars instead of Rupiah. Millionaires are pretty damn common in Indonesia lol. ='D (considering Rp 1 million equals US$100)
This breaks my heart even more :D I actually emailed Armani about this, and they told me it was never released in the US. BOO. It should be. I want it SO BAD.
Really! That is a SHAME. FULL ON SHAME!
Such a beautiful color!<3 Wish it was available on the US :( I'm searching so hard for flattering colors to my eyes! I have almost the exact color of yours, but my skin is lot lighter and full of freckles though.. I prefer cream formulas, is there any particular product that you think that would work for me?? (I tend to prefer golds, browns, taupes and colors like those..)
Apparently it never came to the U.S., which is even worse :( Have you tried taupes? I love Benefit Birthday Suit and Skinny Jeans!
This is beautiful. It looks somewhat like Chanel's Epatant. How does it compare to it? It looks a deeper green, more Khaki which I think I totally prefer!!!
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