Shine On

 

I am in high spirits at the moment. You know, the usual, pretending to plan party makeup, but actually just wearing the party makeup too early and looking very glittery even during the day. That's the way I roll.

I am indeed like a magpie and appreciate all things shiny, sparkly and both shiny and sparkly at the same time. Much to my boyfriend's disdain, who is an ardent minimalist, I try and incorporate sparkles as often as I can. 

 

Therefore, it's probably no surprise that I fell head over heels for bareMinerals High Shine Eyecolors. They promise smooth, lasting and oh-so-blendable colour and they deliver. Just enough sparkle (to get away with)for day and more than enough shine for night.
I would apply with a brush to ensure no drop off. 

 

Shine on. 

 

High Shine Eyecolors, £14 at bareMinerals counters nationwide

This is My Mantra

I have long been a fan of Giorgio Armani eyeshadows. They are velvety and beautifully blendable. I bought this particular duo, Mantra Ray, following a visit to the counter to 'just look'. I defy you to walk away from one of their counters empty-handed.


I loved the pop of the turquoise and the muted navy for lining. I couldn't believe my eyes, literally, when I looked in the mirror. 


Giorgio Armani Eyeshadows

Never too Early for Pearly

Sometimes, pearly tones simply epitomise the feel of summer.
Having scoured countless vintage shops in Paris and becoming very inspired by the old-school French style, I decided to pare down my makeup. I am going for classic ethereal chic and romantic. Illamasqua's Liquid Metal series is ideal to dab on anywhere for a pop of sheen. Whether it is a subtle sparkle on the eyelids or as a highlighter on the cheekbones, bridge of the nose or lips. I have the gold version, which also smells of delicious vanilla that I sometimes mix with a lipbalm for a golden shimmer.
For low-maintenance beauty, good enough for city or beach, MAC's Liquidlast Liners do not budge without a slick of makeup remover. These babies are durable and pack a big punch when it comes to colour. I love the light egg-shell yellow and baby pink, Visionnaire, both of which glide on sheer and remind me of the four beautiful blondes in Virgin Suicides by Sofia Coppola. Pale eyes, nude lips and bambi lashes. Summer ready. 

Illamasqua Liquid Metal, £17 
MAC Liquidlast Eye Liner, £13.50

Colour Me Pretty

I bought the most beautiful pair of feather earrings from a tiny second hand shop in Soho, which subsequently my boyfriend said were waaay to kitsch, but hey, i was rocking them the very next day. Anyway, the colours of the feather were so sultry and reminded me of Tahitian beauties in Gauguin's paintings. I am also always mesmerised by the kaleidoscopic wheels of eye shadows at bareMinerals counters. The colours they have perfectly matched my earrings. A new sunny gold called Trophy Wife, pale pinky Chic Nude and a darker lining shade, Legit for definition.

I am not one to coordinate my make up with what I am wearing, but I felt this was subtle enough to pull everything together. Especially with the earrings hanging low, framing my face. Jewellery-inspired eyes is all about a sheen that's delicate and understated.
I'm going to work it because I'm worth it.

Beautiful Introductions

For me, it's all about beauty. Lately, I have been experimenting a lot with eye make up, much to the disappointment of my boyfriend who really only likes the natural look. Oh dear, that means only some eye liner and a slick of mascara, which to be fair has been my beauty uniform for a number of years. That lead me to search for the best mascara out there. I thought I came close with Dior's Diorshow Black mascara, which makes lashes fluffy and thick. However, when I discovered Trish McEvoy's Volumising mascara, I was in l.o.v.e. The best thing is that is washes off with water. no more tugging or rubbing the eye area - bingo.

But my focus at the moment is eye colour. Sometimes daring and bold. I have after all found my new best friend; eye primer.