“You stack your jewellery, I stack my Burberry!”, remember this one?! Haha! It’s Burberry review time again and the absolute star of the post is the Complete Eye Palette in #12 Nude Blush.
#12 Nude Blush is one of the two eye shadow palettes Burberry released with the A/W 2014 Collection, called The Bloomsbury Girls. It’s the one closer to the warm nudes I prefere, since the other palette #20 Slate Blue is a cooler-toned blue and grey combination, gorgeous but way out of my comfort zone.
It’s like no other eye shadow palette I have ever seen or owned in my collection. Is the perfect balance of warm and cool shades and finishes ( mattes and satins, with one soft shimmery shade ) which makes it very versatile.
The formulation of each shadow has been customised to give a targeted texture for a specific use: luminising base highlighter ( Shade #1 ), two medium colours to add shape ( Shades #2 and #3 ), and an intense liner ( Shade #4 ).
Shade #1 is a light to mid toned beige, with natural pink-toned undertones with a light satin finish. In some lights it appears more matte than satin, which makes it an amazing highlighting colour.
Shade #2 is a light to medium, a warm bronze copper which does not look orange on the skin, with the ever so subtle shimmers. Amazing all over the lid light colour, with a rather warm, luminous finish than frosty. I often use just this one colour and a deeper one to define my crease and I’m good to go!
Shade #3 is a mid-toned, dusty mauve with a matte finish. It’s somewhere in between Burberry #10 Antique Rose and #11 Tea Rose. It also reminds me of MAC’s Haux eye shadow.
Shade #4 is a dark brownish, deep eggplant colour with a satin finish and gorgeous pink-purple-brown shimmer, not exaggerated at all.
The formula of these eye shadows is made with skin protecting, glide-on ingredients, blended with satin smooth silicones and enriching conditioners. The result being a silky-soft formula easy to apply, which remain vibrant throughout the day.
Since this is my first ever Burberry eye shadow review, let me tell you some things about the packaging too. The Burberry Complete Eye Palette compact gives away the feeling of a very sleek and high quality packaing in its gunmetal finish, with the Burberry iconic check print embossed on the lid, and the Burberry logo written on one side. The magnetic closure is very secure and the closing click is so satisfying! Underneath the lid there is a large, handy mirror. Also, the pouch folds open to reveal in a secret pocket three little applicators, which are actually pretty good ( especially the little blending brush and the angled brush ).
Bottom line, I absolutely love Burberry eye shadows: quality, packaging… Everything as a whole!
Have you ever tried Burberry eye shadows? What do you think about them?
See you soon, beautiful!
xx, Annie
I have not tried Burberry makeup at all… But, I’m so impressed with the presentation that I don’t think I can resist the purchase much longer. This eyeshadow palette is about the prettiest one I’ve ever seen! Lovely photos and review (as always), Annie!
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Haha! Thank YOU lovely! Burberry has some of the most amazing eyeshadows! And lipsticks, and powders, and… Oh, well! Don’t mind me, I’m on not over that “Burberry phase” yet… Have a great weekend, Jackie! Lots of xx
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I hope you have a great weekend, too :0) Yay, we made it!! Do you order your Burberry makeup online, or do you visit a store?
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Some of my older items were bought last year and this spring from Milan. But most of my recent Burberry makeup is from http://www.burberry.com I have a new order on the go as we speak! 😀
They also offer free international shipping! 😉
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That’s great to know!! I’d love to visit one of their beauty boutiques, but it’s nice to know i don’t have to wait. :0)
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I have never been to a proper Burberry boutique either. 😦 I lived in London for a few months a few years ago ( too many!!! ) but wasn’t that keen on makeup at that moment, so I missed the opportunity! In Milan though, in the very centre of it – Piazza Duomo – there’s this magical place called La Rinascente, where, fortunately, they have a Burberry counter… And some of the nicest SA’s I have ever met! That’s where I always buy my makeup! 😉 xx
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That sounds (beyond!) delightful :0)
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I absolutely ADORE their eye palettes! The set is gorgeous as the one I have comes with two mini brushes and a velvet sleever so great for travels. And really the colors are fantastic!! Thanks for the share Annie!! xo~ Lena
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You’re right my lovely Lena! The choice of colours in this palette is amazing, which makes it so versatile! When I first opened the case I was a bit confused… It looked like there were two completely different palettes in there… But when I started to play with it more and swatched it and use all the colours together, I discovered that they compliment each other so well!
Have a great weekend lovely! Lots of xx
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Those are such beautiful colors! Love your posts as always Annie! 🙂 xo
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You’re just the sweetest! Thank you so much lovely! Have a great weekend! Lots of xx
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You’re welcome! You have a great weekend too Annie! xoxo ❤
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I plan to try Burberry soon …
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I tell you nothing… 🙌 LOL
Joke apart they are great investment!
Have a great weekend my lovely! Lots of xx
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😉
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Don’t mind me here. I’m just going to stare and lust after your Burberry pile at the top.
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Haha! You’re the sweetest!
Have a wonderful weekend my lovely! Lots of xx
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Omg this palette looks amazing! Great review xx
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Thank you lovely! 🙂 xx
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This looks so pretty! I have yet to try burberry shadows.
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I definitely recommend them! 👌:)
Have a great weekend, Judy! 🙂 xx
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you too annie! 🙂
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Ahh Annie, those are beyond beautiful ❤ you make them look even more prettier!!!
xoxox
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You’re just the sweetest! But Burberry really does amazing eye shadows! Lots of xx
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I also haven’t tried Burberry make-up yet, but these eyeshadows do look very glamorous I must say!
Glad you love them so much. I can see why!
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Definitely give them a go when you have the chance to! 🙂 Lots of xx
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OMG! I forgot you sent me the email! *runs to the INBOX to read it*
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Lovely shades.
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Thank you so much lovely! See you soon! 🙂 Have a great day! xx
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