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Tuesday 18 August 2015

Look of the Day: On the Brink, On the Rocks

Hi, everyone! If you saw my latest post, you'll know that I recently gave into my pent-up ColourPop lust and placed a pretty epic order. Every single product I ordered was love at first swatch and I've had even more fun putting my new items to good use. While the majority of shades I selected are quite bold and colourful, there were a few neutrals among them and those are the colours I delved into first. Yes, ColourPop can be work appropriate! 


While this look is somewhat unassuming, I can say that I'm completely in love with every single ColourPop item that went into it. First off, the eyes. Super Shock Shadow in On the Rocks is one of the most flattering browns I've used. It is a warm chocolate tone with gold and violet shimmer that give it a beautiful multidimensionality while still remaining perfectly neutral. I applied it to the outer corners and crease of the eyes, and paired it with Super Shock Shadow in Fringe on the inner corners. Fringe is a magical pale beige that adds instant glimmer and glow to the eyes and pairs with On the Rocks wonderfully. 

For the cheeks, I started by sweeping Super Shock Highlighter in Highly Waisted on the tops of my cheekbones. It's such a unique highlight shade- it has a yellow base with golden and pink shimmer throughout- while it looks slightly garish in the pan, it translates very nicely on the skin. As for the blush- ah, the blush!- I opted for Super Shock Blush in Jelly Fish. It is a shimmery coral red that imparts the most flattering, luminous flush on the cheeks. Summery heaven! 

The final touch of ColourPop was the LippieStix in Brink. Everything about this lipstick is perfection. It's a unique mix of brown and plum with soft peachy pink undertones that make it incredibly wearable. At first swipe, I knew Brink was one of the best neutral lipsticks I'd ever tried. I know it will get tons of use. 



The Breakdown:

Foundation: Revlon ColourStay Whipped Creme Makeup in Buff
Concealer: Inglot Under Eye Concealer #95 (on dark circles) and Cle de Peau Concealer in Ivory (on redness and blemishes)

Powder: Rimmel Stay Matte Long-Wearing Pressed Powder in 011 Creamy Natural  (on t-zone) and Hourglass Ambient Lighting Powder in Dim Light (lightly all over)

Blush: ColourPop Super Shock Blush in Jelly Fish
Highlighter: ColourPop Super Shock Highlighter in Highly Waisted

Brows: Anastasia Brow Powder Duo in Taupe and Tinted Brow Gel in Caramel

Primer: Urban Decay Primer Potion Original formula
Eye Shadows: ColourPop Super Shock Shadows in On the Rocks (on outer corner and crease of the eye) and Fringe (on inner corners and brow bone)

Eyeliner: Urban Decay 24/7 Liner in Bourbon
Mascara: BeneFit They're Real

Lipstick: ColourPop Lippie Stix in Brink
 


And a few more shots of the look:





There's not much more to say here, as this post has been one giant gush-fest, but in case you didn't catch my drift, ColourPop On the Rocks, Fringe, Highly Waisted, Jelly Fish, and Brink are all beyond top-notch! If you're looking for a neutral look with a unique twist, any of these shades will do you well!

Look out for more Looks of the Day featuring my new ColourPop goodies in the days to come! :)

39 comments:

  1. I love that lip color! It's just pink enough for summer but could be worn still into fall!

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    1. Agreed! I think Brink will look lovely year round :)

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  2. great make up, love the lipstick color!
    happy tuesday!

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  3. Love this makeup look! You look amazing!
    xx
    Mademoiselle Coconath
    http://mllecoconath.com

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  4. You do this look so well! How beautiful!

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  5. I recently got a few things from ColourPop that I LOOOOOVE. I'm going to order more soon. I just want everything they have!
    xx
    Jenny // Mish Mosh Makeup

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    1. Oh good- glad you're loving them too! I really could order 1000 things from the brand :)

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  6. This is a great look! I've been checking out the Colour Pop stuff, but this has convinced me to take the plunge and order!

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    1. Thanks so much! Glad I inspired you- the brand is so worth it :)

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  7. This is one of my favourite look from you, it's natural glam and you're gorgeous!

    Shireen | Reflection of Sanity

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    1. Thanks so much, Shireen! I'm so happy with how flattering and unique ColourPop's neutral shades are :)

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  8. Love it! Eye makeup is soooooo gorgeous! So another great makeup look :) xx

    www.elabellaworld.com

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    1. Aww, thanks so much, Stacey! I'm obsessed with On the Rocks :)

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  10. OOO what a beautiful look! I'd definitely call it work-appropriate :) I have heard NOTHING but good things about Colourpop. I hope they will start shipping all over the world soon!

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    1. Thanks so much, Sunny! I really hope they start shipping to Europe soon!

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  11. I love the lip colour and highlight!

    xo Kat @ Katness

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    1. Thanks so much! Brink really is a special lipstick :)

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  12. This is gorgeous - you look beautiful! :)

    Layla xx

    http://www.sprinklesofstyle.co.uk

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  13. Great post! Hope you have a lovely day.

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  14. Your blending is always so perfect! Love the lipstick too. :)

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    1. Aww, thanks so much! I used my fingers for this one :)

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  15. stunning as always :) Also, your skin looks flawless, dewy and just plain lovely! Definitely need to try out some of these products and see if I can get a similar look

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    1. Aww, thanks so much, Maeve! I've been obsessed with Revlon's ColourStay Whipped foundation lately- amazing coverage, with a natural finish :)

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  16. You look so pretty!
    Melanie @ meandmr.com

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  17. This look is absolutely perfect, as per usual! I LOVE those two shadows together! And the blush + lipstick combo is really lovely.

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    1. Aww, thanks so much, Natalie! Fringe and On the Rocks are two special shadows :) And Jellyfish and Bring are amazing stuff too!

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  18. This is such a pretty look!! The eyes are my favorite, gorgeous! I love love this "dewy" look.

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  19. I wish I could pull off looks like these! Yellow is such an amazing color and very few people know how to use it!

    Heba xx || The HebaBloglovinInstagram

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  20. I love the entire look, but my favourite part eyes! You look great!

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