MAC x PatrickStarrr Oh, Holy Eyes Eyeshadow Palette x 6 Review & Swatches
Oh, Holy Eyes
MAC Oh, Holy Eyes Eyeshadow Palette x 6 ($33.00 for 0.10 oz.) is a new, limited edition palette that featurings warm-toned neutrals across four mattes and two shimmers. Worth noting, while it appears to be a good size, the weight of the palette is a mere 0.10 oz. or the equivalent of two full-sized eyeshadows but substantially less product than a typical MAC quad (0.19 oz.). The colors worked well together, but the two shimmers were less impressive.
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Oh, Holy Eyes
LELimited Edition. $33.00.
Mamastarrr's Cookie
Mamastarrr’s Cookie is a pale yellow with strong, warm undertones and a matte finish. It had good pigmentation with a soft, lightly powdery (but had surprisingly little fallout) consistency that was blendable without losing its intensity on my skin. This shade wore nicely for seven and a half hours on me.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- ColourPop Herbivore (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- Tom Ford Beauty Velours Khaki #1 (LE, ) is more shimmery, darker (95% similar).
- ColourPop Bronco (LE, $8.00) is darker (95% similar).
- ColourPop Lil Smiley (PiP, $4.50) is lighter (95% similar).
- NARS Keep on Dancing (LE, $19.00) is darker (95% similar).
- Huda Beauty Warm Browns #6 (PiP, ) is cooler (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace Beaches (P, $5.25) is cooler (90% similar).
- Zoeva Across the Street (PiP, ) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Milani Naked Truth (PiP, $5.99) (90% similar).
- ColourPop Lil Birdie (LE, $4.50) is warmer (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$17.00/0.05 oz. - $340.00 Per Ounce
The formula is supposed to be a "highly pigmented powder" that goes on "evenly and blends well." MAC eyeshadows run the gamut from total failures to long-time, cult-favorite staples. In general, the permanent line has been more consistent in performance--and higher performance at that--compared to limited edition launches, but it can really depend.
The Matte finish tends to have a firmer press and a bit of thinness compared to other matte formulas on the market, so MAC matte eyeshadows tend to build up better and have better wear-time without fallout as they're not powdery at all. Some of the newer matte finish shades have had a more velvety quality to them that gives them a softer feel but aren't powdery; these have been easier to blend and are often more pigmented in one layer.
The Lustre finish is designed to have sheerer pigmentation, and it often has more sheer to medium coverage with a drier, dustier consistency that can be hard to apply with a dry brush. Lustre finish shades can suffer from fallout during application, too. They are the old school version of an eyeshadow "topper." I would recommend applying with a fingertip or applying with a dampened brush to get smoother, more even coverage and minimize fallout.
The Satin finish is few and far in-between, but it is softer and more yielding than the Matte finish but performs similarly. They tend to have very low sheen but are quite blendable with medium to opaque coverage. It can be easy to mix the finish up with the Velvet finish, which has more of a sparkle-over-matte effect but are more powdery than the true Matte finish.
The Frost finish is more firmly-pressed into the pan but doesn't have fallout, is often pigmented, and blends out well enough. They can sometimes be a little drier to the touch depending on how much shimmer is in the shade. The Veluxe Pearl finish is one of the creamier takes within the range, and newer shades released in the finish tend to have more moderate, silicone-like slip. I've found that Veluxe Pearl finish shades tend to have more semi-opaque pigmentation and are more consistent in performance than some of the other finishes.
One thing I've found with MAC eyeshadows is that they tend to last longer without primer than the average brand (eight hours). While some eyeshadow shades don't swatch well, they often apply better in practice--as in on the eyes!--than just swatched on the skin. They can be quite hit or miss, and they have inconsistencies between releases (see Carbon and its sordid review history!).
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Mamastarrr's Cookie
LELimited Edition. $17.00.
She's Gravy
She’s Gravy is a light-medium, peachy orange with warm undertones and a matte finish. The eyeshadow had nearly opaque color payoff in a single layer, which adhered evenly and smoothly to bare skin. The texture was soft and velvety without being powdery, and I had no trouble diffusing the edges on my skin. It lasted well for eight hours on me before it started to show signs of fading.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Melt Cosmetics Antique (PiP, ) is lighter (95% similar).
- Wet 'n' Wild Hasta La Costa Baby #1 (LE, ) is lighter (95% similar).
- Urban Decay Sweet (PiP, $19.00) is lighter, cooler (95% similar).
- Smashbox Custard (LE, ) is brighter (95% similar).
- ColourPop Beach Blanket (DC, $4.50) is brighter (95% similar).
- NYX Blame It On Midnight (P, $4.50) is more muted (90% similar).
- Urban Decay Antidote (LE, $19.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- Makeup by Mario Master Mattes #4 (PiP, ) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Anastasia Orange Soda (P, $12.00) is brighter (90% similar).
- Wet 'n' Wild Flock Party #1 (LE, ) is lighter (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$17.00/0.05 oz. - $340.00 Per Ounce
The formula is supposed to be a "highly pigmented powder" that goes on "evenly and blends well." MAC eyeshadows run the gamut from total failures to long-time, cult-favorite staples. In general, the permanent line has been more consistent in performance--and higher performance at that--compared to limited edition launches, but it can really depend.
The Matte finish tends to have a firmer press and a bit of thinness compared to other matte formulas on the market, so MAC matte eyeshadows tend to build up better and have better wear-time without fallout as they're not powdery at all. Some of the newer matte finish shades have had a more velvety quality to them that gives them a softer feel but aren't powdery; these have been easier to blend and are often more pigmented in one layer.
The Lustre finish is designed to have sheerer pigmentation, and it often has more sheer to medium coverage with a drier, dustier consistency that can be hard to apply with a dry brush. Lustre finish shades can suffer from fallout during application, too. They are the old school version of an eyeshadow "topper." I would recommend applying with a fingertip or applying with a dampened brush to get smoother, more even coverage and minimize fallout.
The Satin finish is few and far in-between, but it is softer and more yielding than the Matte finish but performs similarly. They tend to have very low sheen but are quite blendable with medium to opaque coverage. It can be easy to mix the finish up with the Velvet finish, which has more of a sparkle-over-matte effect but are more powdery than the true Matte finish.
The Frost finish is more firmly-pressed into the pan but doesn't have fallout, is often pigmented, and blends out well enough. They can sometimes be a little drier to the touch depending on how much shimmer is in the shade. The Veluxe Pearl finish is one of the creamier takes within the range, and newer shades released in the finish tend to have more moderate, silicone-like slip. I've found that Veluxe Pearl finish shades tend to have more semi-opaque pigmentation and are more consistent in performance than some of the other finishes.
One thing I've found with MAC eyeshadows is that they tend to last longer without primer than the average brand (eight hours). While some eyeshadow shades don't swatch well, they often apply better in practice--as in on the eyes!--than just swatched on the skin. They can be quite hit or miss, and they have inconsistencies between releases (see Carbon and its sordid review history!).
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She's Gravy
LELimited Edition. $17.00.
Gift Giver
Gift Giver is a medium-dark, rosy brown with warm undertones and a sparkling, frosted finish. The texture was soft, slightly drier to the touch, and had some fallout during application if I didn’t pat it over a tacky base. It had opaque pigmentation, which was a “flaw” as this was a Lustre finish, which is a sheerer formula (but it had the dryness I expect from a Lustre). The eyeshadow blended out nicely along the edges and stayed on well for eight hours.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Anastasia Muse (LE, $12.00) is more shimmery, darker (95% similar).
- Makeup Geek Hocus Pocus (P, $12.00) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- MAC Floral A Go Go (LE, $17.00) is warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Birthday Cake (LE, $6.00) is more shimmery, cooler (90% similar).
- Bad Habit Primavera (PiP, ) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Tom Ford Beauty Disco Dust #3 (PiP, ) (90% similar).
- Stila Jezebel (P, $24.00) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Tarte Fireside Chat (LE, ) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- JD Glow Pressed (P, $7.50) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (85% similar).
- Urban Decay Scorched (PiP, $19.00) is more shimmery, warmer (85% similar).
Formula Overview
$17.00/0.05 oz. - $340.00 Per Ounce
The formula is supposed to be a "highly pigmented powder" that goes on "evenly and blends well." MAC eyeshadows run the gamut from total failures to long-time, cult-favorite staples. In general, the permanent line has been more consistent in performance--and higher performance at that--compared to limited edition launches, but it can really depend.
The Matte finish tends to have a firmer press and a bit of thinness compared to other matte formulas on the market, so MAC matte eyeshadows tend to build up better and have better wear-time without fallout as they're not powdery at all. Some of the newer matte finish shades have had a more velvety quality to them that gives them a softer feel but aren't powdery; these have been easier to blend and are often more pigmented in one layer.
The Lustre finish is designed to have sheerer pigmentation, and it often has more sheer to medium coverage with a drier, dustier consistency that can be hard to apply with a dry brush. Lustre finish shades can suffer from fallout during application, too. They are the old school version of an eyeshadow "topper." I would recommend applying with a fingertip or applying with a dampened brush to get smoother, more even coverage and minimize fallout.
The Satin finish is few and far in-between, but it is softer and more yielding than the Matte finish but performs similarly. They tend to have very low sheen but are quite blendable with medium to opaque coverage. It can be easy to mix the finish up with the Velvet finish, which has more of a sparkle-over-matte effect but are more powdery than the true Matte finish.
The Frost finish is more firmly-pressed into the pan but doesn't have fallout, is often pigmented, and blends out well enough. They can sometimes be a little drier to the touch depending on how much shimmer is in the shade. The Veluxe Pearl finish is one of the creamier takes within the range, and newer shades released in the finish tend to have more moderate, silicone-like slip. I've found that Veluxe Pearl finish shades tend to have more semi-opaque pigmentation and are more consistent in performance than some of the other finishes.
One thing I've found with MAC eyeshadows is that they tend to last longer without primer than the average brand (eight hours). While some eyeshadow shades don't swatch well, they often apply better in practice--as in on the eyes!--than just swatched on the skin. They can be quite hit or miss, and they have inconsistencies between releases (see Carbon and its sordid review history!).
Browse all of our MAC Eyeshadow swatches.
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Gift Giver
LELimited Edition. $17.00.
Jingle Ball Bronze
Jingle Ball Bronze is a medium, coppery orange with warm undertones and a sparkling finish. It had a more loosely-pressed feel to it that was drier and dustier, so there was excess product kicked up in the pan and some fallout during application as well. It had medium, buildable pigmentation (to mostly opaque), which was more as expected given it had a Lustre finish. It wore well for seven and a half hours on me.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Melt Cosmetics Hot Wire (PiP, ) is darker (95% similar).
- Dominique Cosmetics Drizzle (PiP, ) is more shimmery, darker (95% similar).
- Kaja Churro (LE, ) is darker (95% similar).
- Natasha Denona Cannon (366M) (LE, $29.00) is lighter (95% similar).
- ColourPop Hammer Time (LE, $4.50) is more shimmery, lighter (95% similar).
- Makeup by Mario Master Metallics #7 (PiP, ) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- Sydney Grace Bronzed to Perfection (P, $6.00) is more shimmery, lighter (95% similar).
- Terra Moons Martian (P, $8.50) is lighter (95% similar).
- Lisa Eldridge Lauren (P, $27.00) is more shimmery (95% similar).
- NARS L'Amour, Toujours L'Amour #6 (DC, $25.00) is less shimmery (95% similar).
Formula Overview
$17.00/0.05 oz. - $340.00 Per Ounce
The formula is supposed to be a "highly pigmented powder" that goes on "evenly and blends well." MAC eyeshadows run the gamut from total failures to long-time, cult-favorite staples. In general, the permanent line has been more consistent in performance--and higher performance at that--compared to limited edition launches, but it can really depend.
The Matte finish tends to have a firmer press and a bit of thinness compared to other matte formulas on the market, so MAC matte eyeshadows tend to build up better and have better wear-time without fallout as they're not powdery at all. Some of the newer matte finish shades have had a more velvety quality to them that gives them a softer feel but aren't powdery; these have been easier to blend and are often more pigmented in one layer.
The Lustre finish is designed to have sheerer pigmentation, and it often has more sheer to medium coverage with a drier, dustier consistency that can be hard to apply with a dry brush. Lustre finish shades can suffer from fallout during application, too. They are the old school version of an eyeshadow "topper." I would recommend applying with a fingertip or applying with a dampened brush to get smoother, more even coverage and minimize fallout.
The Satin finish is few and far in-between, but it is softer and more yielding than the Matte finish but performs similarly. They tend to have very low sheen but are quite blendable with medium to opaque coverage. It can be easy to mix the finish up with the Velvet finish, which has more of a sparkle-over-matte effect but are more powdery than the true Matte finish.
The Frost finish is more firmly-pressed into the pan but doesn't have fallout, is often pigmented, and blends out well enough. They can sometimes be a little drier to the touch depending on how much shimmer is in the shade. The Veluxe Pearl finish is one of the creamier takes within the range, and newer shades released in the finish tend to have more moderate, silicone-like slip. I've found that Veluxe Pearl finish shades tend to have more semi-opaque pigmentation and are more consistent in performance than some of the other finishes.
One thing I've found with MAC eyeshadows is that they tend to last longer without primer than the average brand (eight hours). While some eyeshadow shades don't swatch well, they often apply better in practice--as in on the eyes!--than just swatched on the skin. They can be quite hit or miss, and they have inconsistencies between releases (see Carbon and its sordid review history!).
Browse all of our MAC Eyeshadow swatches.
Ingredients
Talc, Zinc Stearate, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Isostearyl Neopentanoate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Caprylyl Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, [+/- Silica, Mica, Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Iron Oxides (Ci 77491, Ci 77492, Ci 77499), Bismuth Oxychloride (Ci 77163), Blue 1 Lake (Ci 42090), Carmine (Ci 75470), Chromium Hydroxide Green (Ci 77289), Chromium Oxide Greens (Ci 77288), Ferric Ferrocyanide (Ci 77510), Manganese Violet (Ci 77742), Red 40 Lake (Ci 16035), Ultramarines (Ci 77007), Yellow 5 Lake (Ci 19140)]
Disclaimer: Ingredient lists are as available by the brand (or retailer) at the time of publishing. Please always check product packaging, if it exists, for the ingredient list applicable to the product you're purchasing, or the brand or retailer's website for the most up-to-date ingredient list.
Jingle Ball Bronze
PPermanent. $17.00.
Fa La La La La
Fa La La La La is a muted, mauve-y plum with warm undertones and a matte finish. It applied much darker on my skin than it did in the pan, where it appeared lighter and grayer, and had mostly opaque coverage in one layer. The color in practice actually coordinated better with the palette since it was more of a mid-tone (the palette has two lighter mattes already). The consistency was soft, a touch powdery, but fairly blendable and easy to work with on bare skin. It lasted for seven and a half hours on me.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- LORAC Rosewood (LE, ) is lighter (95% similar).
- Huda Beauty Big Dreams (PiP, ) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Chanel Contour Mauve (36) (P, $34.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Smashbox Hit Reply (PiP, ) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Sephora Chestnut (LE, ) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Natasha Denona Nude Mauve (144CM) (PiP, ) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Stardom (LE, $4.50) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop Made to last (LE, $4.50) is lighter (90% similar).
- Hourglass Monochrome #4 (PiP, ) is lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- MAC Finjan (2020) (P, $17.00) is lighter (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$17.00/0.05 oz. - $340.00 Per Ounce
The formula is supposed to be a "highly pigmented powder" that goes on "evenly and blends well." MAC eyeshadows run the gamut from total failures to long-time, cult-favorite staples. In general, the permanent line has been more consistent in performance--and higher performance at that--compared to limited edition launches, but it can really depend.
The Matte finish tends to have a firmer press and a bit of thinness compared to other matte formulas on the market, so MAC matte eyeshadows tend to build up better and have better wear-time without fallout as they're not powdery at all. Some of the newer matte finish shades have had a more velvety quality to them that gives them a softer feel but aren't powdery; these have been easier to blend and are often more pigmented in one layer.
The Lustre finish is designed to have sheerer pigmentation, and it often has more sheer to medium coverage with a drier, dustier consistency that can be hard to apply with a dry brush. Lustre finish shades can suffer from fallout during application, too. They are the old school version of an eyeshadow "topper." I would recommend applying with a fingertip or applying with a dampened brush to get smoother, more even coverage and minimize fallout.
The Satin finish is few and far in-between, but it is softer and more yielding than the Matte finish but performs similarly. They tend to have very low sheen but are quite blendable with medium to opaque coverage. It can be easy to mix the finish up with the Velvet finish, which has more of a sparkle-over-matte effect but are more powdery than the true Matte finish.
The Frost finish is more firmly-pressed into the pan but doesn't have fallout, is often pigmented, and blends out well enough. They can sometimes be a little drier to the touch depending on how much shimmer is in the shade. The Veluxe Pearl finish is one of the creamier takes within the range, and newer shades released in the finish tend to have more moderate, silicone-like slip. I've found that Veluxe Pearl finish shades tend to have more semi-opaque pigmentation and are more consistent in performance than some of the other finishes.
One thing I've found with MAC eyeshadows is that they tend to last longer without primer than the average brand (eight hours). While some eyeshadow shades don't swatch well, they often apply better in practice--as in on the eyes!--than just swatched on the skin. They can be quite hit or miss, and they have inconsistencies between releases (see Carbon and its sordid review history!).
Browse all of our MAC Eyeshadow swatches.
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Fa La La La La
LELimited Edition. $17.00.
Shady Santa
Shady Santa is a deep plum with subtle, warm undertones and a matte finish. It had semi-opaque, buildable pigmentation with a fairly blendable, soft but not powdery texture. While it needed to be built up for true-to-pan color, it built up and layered well, which made it easy to use. It stayed on well for eight hours on me before fading a touch.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Anastasia Yugo (LE, ) is cooler (95% similar).
- Dior Galactic #4 (LE, ) is warmer (95% similar).
- ColourPop Top Tier (PiP, $4.50) is less shimmery, cooler (95% similar).
- Huda Beauty Nude Rich #9 (PiP, ) is less shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- Urban Decay Lethal (PiP, $19.00) is cooler (90% similar).
- Viseart Empowered (PiP, ) is lighter, warmer (95% similar).
- Coloured Raine Loveberry (LE, $6.99) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Sydney Grace October Odyssey (Deep) (PiP, $5.25) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- ColourPop Razy (LE, $4.50) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Wet 'n' Wild Petalette #3 (PiP, ) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$17.00/0.05 oz. - $340.00 Per Ounce
The formula is supposed to be a "highly pigmented powder" that goes on "evenly and blends well." MAC eyeshadows run the gamut from total failures to long-time, cult-favorite staples. In general, the permanent line has been more consistent in performance--and higher performance at that--compared to limited edition launches, but it can really depend.
The Matte finish tends to have a firmer press and a bit of thinness compared to other matte formulas on the market, so MAC matte eyeshadows tend to build up better and have better wear-time without fallout as they're not powdery at all. Some of the newer matte finish shades have had a more velvety quality to them that gives them a softer feel but aren't powdery; these have been easier to blend and are often more pigmented in one layer.
The Lustre finish is designed to have sheerer pigmentation, and it often has more sheer to medium coverage with a drier, dustier consistency that can be hard to apply with a dry brush. Lustre finish shades can suffer from fallout during application, too. They are the old school version of an eyeshadow "topper." I would recommend applying with a fingertip or applying with a dampened brush to get smoother, more even coverage and minimize fallout.
The Satin finish is few and far in-between, but it is softer and more yielding than the Matte finish but performs similarly. They tend to have very low sheen but are quite blendable with medium to opaque coverage. It can be easy to mix the finish up with the Velvet finish, which has more of a sparkle-over-matte effect but are more powdery than the true Matte finish.
The Frost finish is more firmly-pressed into the pan but doesn't have fallout, is often pigmented, and blends out well enough. They can sometimes be a little drier to the touch depending on how much shimmer is in the shade. The Veluxe Pearl finish is one of the creamier takes within the range, and newer shades released in the finish tend to have more moderate, silicone-like slip. I've found that Veluxe Pearl finish shades tend to have more semi-opaque pigmentation and are more consistent in performance than some of the other finishes.
One thing I've found with MAC eyeshadows is that they tend to last longer without primer than the average brand (eight hours). While some eyeshadow shades don't swatch well, they often apply better in practice--as in on the eyes!--than just swatched on the skin. They can be quite hit or miss, and they have inconsistencies between releases (see Carbon and its sordid review history!).
Browse all of our MAC Eyeshadow swatches.
Ingredients
Talc, Zinc Stearate, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Isostearyl Neopentanoate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Caprylyl Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, [+/- Silica, Mica, Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Iron Oxides (Ci 77491, Ci 77492, Ci 77499), Bismuth Oxychloride (Ci 77163), Blue 1 Lake (Ci 42090), Carmine (Ci 75470), Chromium Hydroxide Green (Ci 77289), Chromium Oxide Greens (Ci 77288), Ferric Ferrocyanide (Ci 77510), Manganese Violet (Ci 77742), Red 40 Lake (Ci 16035), Ultramarines (Ci 77007), Yellow 5 Lake (Ci 19140)]
Disclaimer: Ingredient lists are as available by the brand (or retailer) at the time of publishing. Please always check product packaging, if it exists, for the ingredient list applicable to the product you're purchasing, or the brand or retailer's website for the most up-to-date ingredient list.
This wasn’t a release that I was looking forward to and didn’t see anything that really inspired me. I have so many similar eye shadows that it is hard to work up enthusiasm. I will be passing on this palette but am open to seeing other products in the release.
Not bad for a MAC holiday palette. Shady Santa is a really pretty color. I’d buy that if it were a single.
This is a very average effort by MAC – most of the shades are below par and none of them are particularly special. A disappointment.
I love how cohesive it is, considering its small size. Having 3 of these 6-pan .10 palettes, and still haven’t hit pan on even my most used and loved shades in any of them, I’ve often wondered if MAC has had a bizarre misprint on all of these 6-pans or something!
Anyway, I like this one. But I’m not convinced that I actually need it. Especially now with my attempt to pare down on my MU purchases.
Hi Christine, it would really help your subscribers in UK save wasted time if you could check before adding stockists to your list.
I was very interested in this palette but nowhere on your list in UK stocks it.
Not Mac, Selfridges, Harrods or the UK online stockists like Lookfantastic. It is not stocked in UK at all.
The collection has released yet! I don’t have or receive UK dates, so I’m not sure when it launches in the UK, but for US/CA, it’s listed as 12/3 online and 12/6 in select stores.
Christine does so much itโs a lot to expect her to know worldwide releases of every single product!!! A simple google search on your end can rememdy your stuggles.
A shame. The combo looks nice and practical for a work or everyday look.