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The Tempting 10 -- October 2013 Edition

The Tempting 10 -- October 2013 Edition

Illamasqua Apocalips Lipstick Sleek Sunset Eyeshadow Palette Inglot #434 Marc Jacobs Th(ink) Giorgio Armani #701 Giorgio Armani #701 NARS Taj Mahal Cult Nails You're My Dandy Lion Fyrinnae Parental Advisory OCC Jubilee Illamasqua Stranger

October is a time that reminds me to be brave; to not be afraid of bold, unusual colors. Halloween is an often excuse to play with color in ways we've never felt comfortable doing so the rest of the year, but it also serves as a great reminder to: experiment more. play more. go outside of our comfort...

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5 Shades of Stormy Gray

5 Shades of Stormy Gray

Earthy... weathered... how about five shades of stormy gray? Gray can be such a basic shade, but it can add a lot of dimension and depth, too, and sometimes it can look so modern and clean on its own.

  1. NARS Transvaal -- can be used as an eyeliner or cream eyeshadow, it's a medium-dark, creamy gray...

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Illamasqua Reflection Eyeshadow Palette

Illamasqua Reflection Eyeshadow Palette ($46.50 for 0.20 oz.) is new for fall, and it is supposed to contain four "highly pigmented" eyeshadows with a "water-resistant" and "long-lasting" formula that is "silky" and "effortless" when...

Illamasqua Reflection Eyeshadow Palette ($46.50 for 0.20 oz.) is new for fall, and it is supposed to contain four...

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Illamasqua Sleek Velvet Blusher

Illamasqua Sleek Velvet Blusher ($26.00 for 0.18 oz.) is described as a "dusky coral." It's a medium-dark coral with a hint of pink and subtle warm undertones; there is a dusty/muted element to it, which may make it a great coral for...

Illamasqua Sleek Velvet Blusher ($26.00 for 0.18 oz.) is described as a "dusky coral." It's a medium-dark coral...

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Illamasqua Peaked Velvet Blusher

Illamasqua Peaked Velvet Blusher ($26.00 for 0.18 oz.) is described as a "dusky rose." It's a medium-dark, muted raspberry pink with a satin finish. Chanel Fantastic is brighter. MAC Hot Nights is powder, darker. NARS Mata Hari is brighter,...

Illamasqua Peaked Velvet Blusher ($26.00 for 0.18 oz.) is described as a "dusky rose." It's a medium-dark, muted...

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Illamasqua Shard Lipstick

Illamasqua Shard Lipstick ($24.00 for 0.14 oz.) is described as a "red violet [with a matte finish]." It's a deepened, slightly muted, raspberry wine with a matte finish. NARS Afghan Red is redder. NARS Valparaiso is a touch lighter. MAC Red...

Illamasqua Shard Lipstick ($24.00 for 0.14 oz.) is described as a "red violet [with a matte finish]." It's a...

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Top 5 Warm Coppers for Autumn

Top 5 Warm Coppers for Autumn

Whether you're looking for a warm, coppery shade for your eyes, lips, or cheeks, this post has you covered! These are five of my favorite permanents.

  1. Dior Meteore -- a shimmering, sparkling (slightly muted) copper cream eyeshadow
  2. Illamasqua Supernatural -- a glisten of coppery warmth to highlight and...

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Top 5 Shades of Vibrant Purple

Top 5 Shades of Vibrant Purple

I love a good purple, but a good purple isn't always easy to be found--especially in eyeliner or eyeshadow form, as they are often less pigmented, but these are all shades that are full of pigment!

  1. Illamasqua Jo'mina -- a brightened, lavender purple with a cream finish for tips and toes
  2. Fyrinnae...

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5 Shades of Teal for a Cause - National Wear Teal Day

5 Shades of Teal for a Cause - National Wear Teal Day

This post is inspired by today being National Wear Teal Day, which is a day to help raise awareness for ovarian cancer, and it was brought to my attention particularly by Laura Mercier. The brand has a history of raising awareness and supporting women with ovarian cancer through the Laura Mercier...

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