Sunday, October 23, 2011

A Whole-Lotta SPICE

The more I read about the True Autumn shades, the more I realize 'Spice' is such a key word for this palette.  I basically RAN to Sephora and MAC today when the mall opened - I'm surprised I didn't trip over myself because my feet were walking so fast - lol.  The first thing I noticed at Sephora was an eyeshadow shade called 'Galapagos' by NARS - its the perfect mix of dark golden brown with gold flecks - I knew as soon as I saw it, it had to be mine - actually, it was 'love at first sight'.  Who needs a man when an eyeshadow can make you feel this great??? LOL:



I didn't want to go crazy shopping at Sephora because I knew I'd be heading over to MAC right after!!!  As soon as I got to MAC, I had to get 'Chili' - I've been told this is the 'perfect' red lipstick for True Autumns - the name itself implies a sultry spicy 'paprika' type red.  I also decided to pick up woodwinked - a beautiful brown-based gold.  As soon as I got home I got to work creating a look and this is what I came up with:



I started with my basic face - HD Foundation in #155 and used two blushes (a rust/orange shade from Faces and 'Goldfish' blush from 'Pretty Your World' as a pop of colour).
For the eyes:  I started with Navajo as a base (Bobbi Brown) and then used MAC's Woodwinked from lid into the crease.  I applied NARS Galapagos in the crease and outer corners.  I then lined my eyes with Teddy eyeliner and smudged Galapagos into the upper lashline.
On my lips, I very lightly applied Brick Lipliner by MAC and then used Chili.

I'm really liking how all the warm, spicy colours are working together in this look - I think this is going to become a classic look for me.  I tried to tie in the Autumn palette even more with a rust/golden brown top that matches my TA swatch - I'm loving this palette!!!
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9 comments:

  1. SnezaOctober 23, 2011 at 2:04 PM

    Yes -- I totally see the True Autumn in you now. That makeup look is fabulous on you.

    It's funny -- I thought you would end up being a cool season... but now I can't understand why I ever thought that, lol.

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  2. GinaOctober 23, 2011 at 2:40 PM

    Renata, you've always looked lovely, but this palette is so perfect for you. You look so warm and "alive!"

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  3. Susan BOctober 23, 2011 at 4:44 PM

    Followed your link from the 12 Blueprints FB page and have to say, WOW! You look amazing in those colors, especially the Mac Chili!!

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  4. RenataOctober 23, 2011 at 5:11 PM

    THanks everyone!!! Sneza - I had the same reaction - I kept thinking "why didn't I see these colours working before? Why was I stuck on the bright or cool shades? But now that I compare these shades to the cool and bright - there is no turning back - its true autumn All the way!!!

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  5. AnonymousOctober 23, 2011 at 7:32 PM

    There seemed to be something off about cooler shades on you - they just seemed to sit there. These colors just blend into your skin, they look like a part of you!!! Gorgeous!

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  6. RangerOctober 24, 2011 at 12:56 PM

    Oh lovely, lovely, lovely. Congratulations on getting draped! The lighter, warmer eye make up and the lipstick - LOVE that lipstick shade on you - make your face look so balanced, your skin tone looks fantastic. This photo reminds me of Aishwarya Rai.

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  7. RenataOctober 24, 2011 at 3:08 PM

    THanks Ranger - I think Aishwarya Rai is a true autumn too!!! She is totally gorgeous - thanks so much for the compliment!!!

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  8. JeanDecember 27, 2015 at 10:12 PM

    This is actually my favorite look for you. Every time I see this one on pinterest I click on it. :)

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  9. RenataDecember 28, 2015 at 12:08 PM

    Thank you so much Jean!!! I really appreciate the compliment :) Now, I'm inspired to wear Chili lipstick this week

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