Burberry Beauty

[eepeepburrah]

Oh I do remember now that they two grey shadows were #27 and #28 though Not too helpful I guess...

 

[BlahWah]

Ooh I'd love to know more about the grey shadows. Do you recall any shade names? I'll check the Burberry site maybe there is info there. I bought the pink quad fairly recently but haven't used it much. Will try to add it in more. I still want to get the green one.

I want the pink quad but it's hard to justify since I already have the Pink Taupe quad and Tea Rose eyeshadow. I think if I get Antique Pink it would be similar enough...? lol

I have the Sage Green quad but haven't used it much since I usually use neutrals. Another thing is that I'm still used to MAC's vibrancy for colours (I have Swimming, Grassy Green, Spring Up, never mind Kelly Green pigment!) so it feels really sheer to me. I have yet to use it aside from a swipe of shadow here and there tho, so perhaps I'll try it out properly this weekend, primer, liner and all. =P It's really pretty to look at tho! Oh, the only thing I can say I don't like is the lightest shade. It's a bit too frosty for me as a highlighter and a bit on the chunky side, altho it would be gorgeous on the lid.

 

[Debbs]

Burberry make-up seem to have become my new love and fascination however it does not seem to love me back quite as much. I wanted pigmented es and I only fell in love with Mulberry es. The other colors are mostly pale or neutrals except for a blue one that i am not too crazy over. Midnight Plum es is interesting but is pending due to it being backordered at Nordies until May 31st. Hydrandrea pink blush seems to be the most pigmented one so it should arrive by approx Tues or Wed next week. My new-found obsession began and ended just as fast unless new items possibly gets launched later on that better suits and intrigues me.The products are all really wonderful. I actually adore the sturdy but not heavy feel and luxurious classy well- made quality packaging. No location or counters being anywhere close to me may also be a good thing. They referred me to New York!

 

[peanut]

More info on fall: There's going to be a new eye palette in Nude Blush. I think it's the last pic shown here:

http://www.bellasugar.com/Burberry-Fall-2014-Hair-Makeup-Runway-Pictures-34070229#photo-34070238

Very pretty, although I hope the first two colors aren't too similar. I called my SA to ask about the gray eye shadows, and she thinks there are going to be three new eye shadows and that one of the gray eye shadows is a green-tinged gray. Can't wait for fall...well, just the makeup! I'm so ready for some new Burberry colors!

 

[eepeepburrah]

I have a picture of the two new grey shadows and a swatch pic! Graphite is a very dark grey matte/satin with a hint of brown in it. Storm Grey is a very shimmery taupe grey. They are gorgeous. My Burberry SA at the Oakbrook Center said that she does not know when they will be in stock, and that she only has the testers for now. I went back and checked today, still none there to buy.





Storm Grey is on the left, and Graphite is on the right. Graphite seemed to be slightly powdery, but I think its because it is more on the matte side. Storm Grey went on like butter.

 

[peanut]

I have a picture of the two new grey shadows and a swatch pic! Graphite is a very dark grey matte/satin with a hint of brown in it. Storm Grey is a very shimmery taupe grey. They are gorgeous. My Burberry SA at the Oakbrook Center said that she does not know when they will be in stock, and that she only has the testers for now. I went back and checked today, still none there to buy.






Storm Grey is on the left, and Graphite is on the right. Graphite seemed to be slightly powdery, but I think its because it is more on the matte side. Storm Grey went on like butter.

Thank you so much for the pic!! I can't wait until these are available!

 

[katred]

Storm Grey is just beautiful. I'm trying not to pay as much attention to this thread since the brand is no longer available here. But is love to get my claws on those!

 

[eepeepburrah]

Make a friend to CP for you! They are worth every penny!!

 

[BlahWah]

I have a picture of the two new grey shadows and a swatch pic! Graphite is a very dark grey matte/satin with a hint of brown in it. Storm Grey is a very shimmery taupe grey. They are gorgeous.



Storm Grey is on the left, and Graphite is on the right. Graphite seemed to be slightly powdery, but I think its because it is more on the matte side. Storm Grey went on like butter.

Storm Grey seems to be the cooler sister to Pale Barley. Any chance for a swatch comparison? *big pleading smile* I wish we still had a proper counter here in Toronto! No word yet on Hudson's Bay carrying it. So sad. But at least new collections can be found in Burberry stores.

Quote: Originally Posted by Debbs

Burberry make-up seem to have become my new love and fascination however it does not seem to love me back quite as much. I wanted pigmented es and I only fell in love with Mulberry es. The other colors are mostly pale or neutrals except for a blue one that i am not too crazy over. Midnight Plum es is interesting but is pending due to it being backordered at Nordies until May 31st. Hydrandrea pink blush seems to be the most pigmented one so it should arrive by approx Tues or Wed next week. My new-found obsession began and ended just as fast unless new items possibly gets launched later on that better suits and intrigues me.The products are all really wonderful. I actually adore the sturdy but not heavy feel and luxurious classy well- made quality packaging. No location or counters being anywhere close to me may also be a good thing. They referred me to New York!

If you're used to MAC then yes, you'll be quite disappointed with Burberry. Their intention is to create the best "no make-up makeup" look. As someone who can't take the care needed for brights right now, they are my perfect indulgence. =) Give them a chance, I'm sure you'll find some way to love them!


A quick update on my Sage Green usage: For a colourful palette it's still on the safe side, a bit sheer and doesn't last as well as MAC's. The two middle colours (pale green and taupey brown) didn't differentiate as much as I wanted to on the lid but there is a slight difference when, say, using one of them in the crease instead of the other. I tried one look with the ivory colour on the lid, the next day with the darker green on my lid, both with the pale green blending up to the crease, taupey brown in the crease and ivory to gently highlight. It could be my technique (I didn't really spend more than 5 mins on my eyes, and I used to spend 10-15 mins!) but both looks started to wear down around the 5-hr mark with the green EOTD seeming to fade faster.

Overall, a nice luxury palette for those venturing in from a natural look to using more colour. Mistakes are hardly seen, at least on my NC25-30 (Burberry Trench No. 5) skin, as the colours translate fairly similarly to each other on application and the sheerness make them forgiving. I don't regret my purchase but if I were looking for something to pop, I would put my money elsewhere. A bit much for mostly sheer, altho beautifully textured, shadows.

 

[Icecaramellatte]

I have a picture of the two new grey shadows and a swatch pic! Graphite is a very dark grey matte/satin with a hint of brown in it. Storm Grey is a very shimmery taupe grey. They are gorgeous. My Burberry SA at the Oakbrook Center said that she does not know when they will be in stock, and that she only has the testers for now. I went back and checked today, still none there to buy.





Storm Grey is on the left, and Graphite is on the right. Graphite seemed to be slightly powdery, but I think its because it is more on the matte side. Storm Grey went on like butter.

Ooh! I like these. I didn't think I would as I don't do well with greys but these may work for me.

 

[Debbs]

BlahWah, thanks for the insight and explanation. Now I do understand the logic and it makes perfect sense. I think there was ? Antique Rose es that was nice too.

 

[eepeepburrah]

Unfortunately, I live 2.5 hours away from Oakbrook, so I don't think I would be able to get you side by side swatches of Pale Barley and Storm Grey. But off the top of my head, I would say that Pale Barley is more golden taupe and Storm Grey is more silver taupe. Hope that helps!

 

[eepeepburrah]

BlahWah, thanks for the insight and explanation. Now I do understand the logic and it makes perfect sense. I think there was ? Antique Rose es that was nice too.

Antique Rose is BEAUTIFUL. It goes particularly well with Midnight Brown. It actually has been my favorite eyeshadow combo lately. On the matter of the texture and pigmentation of the shadows, I definately agree that they are made to be more sheer. Some of them, like Midnight Brown and Mulberry, are definately more pigmented, but the point of the shadows is, as was said before, to be a sheer natural wash of color. In my own personal opinion, I feel that Burberry shadows and Tom Ford shadows are very comparable in quality. So if you like Tom Ford, I think that Burberry shadows are a good option for you! The Tom Ford shadows are probably more pigmented though.

 

[peanut]

These must be for the fall collection (scroll down below the first and second sets of photos):

http://www.beautyscene.net/makeup/the-bloomsbury-girls/

Does anyone see anything new besides the Nude Blush Eye Palette No. 12? I'm curious about the Slate Blue Eye Palette No. 20. I wonder if they meant the Slate Blue eye shadow single in No.15 (Midnight Blue is No. 20). Exciting if there's another eye palette though!! I still hope there's more for fall. Would love to see some new lip products and blushes. Oh wait...I forgot, we also have e/s singles in #27 and #28.

I love this nail polish collection for fall.

http://www.mydaily.co.uk/2014/02/18/burberrys-autumn-winter-2014-makeup-first-look/

I finally tried the n/p. Wasn't so sure about the square brush, but loved it for the second coat.

 

[Debbs]

My very first Burberry blush Hydrangea came in fine style this evening snuggled well hidden by UPS in my recycle bin, lol. Beautiful and perfect except bit chatty and fussy asking for her sibling the Coral Pink block next to her on the Nordies site. Hydrangea was told in no uncertain terms that there will be no siblings anytime soon. Still whining and pouting but she will get over it!

 

[NYCBeautyJunkie]

Love Burberry! Their Dark Spice quad is one of my all time favorites; such a gorgeous eye combo, and it's beautifully pigmented. It looks amazing on brown eyes. I also have their powder foundation and Russet blush, which a much loved products as well. I think the next item I will buy from them will be the Nude Blush quad in the Fall collex.

 

[eepeepburrah]

Very excited for this collection! I will definately be picking up the new eyeshadows and eye palettes. Also, have any of you tried the effortless kohl pencils? I am interested in them, but they seem to be just kohl eyeliners. Are they worth shelling out the money?

Also, be on the lookout! I was told my by SA that there is going to be a pretty good Burberry Gift with Purchase at Nordstrom sometime in June. I am getting my wishlist prepared for when it pops up!

 

[eepeepburrah]

Love Burberry! Their Dark Spice quad is one of my all time favorites; such a gorgeous eye combo, and it's beautifully pigmented. It looks amazing on brown eyes. I also have their powder foundation and Russet blush, which a much loved products as well. I think the next item I will buy from them will be the Nude Blush quad in the Fall collex.

Dark Spice is amaze-balls. I haven't tried their powder foundation yet, but I absolutely love their blushes. I have Blossom and Cameo, hoping to add to that list soon

 

[eepeepburrah]

My very first Burberry blush Hydrangea came in fine style this evening snuggled well hidden by UPS in my recycle bin, lol. Beautiful and perfect except bit chatty and fussy asking for her sibling the Coral Pink block next to her on the Nordies site. Hydrangea was told in no uncertain terms that there will be no siblings anytime soon. Still whining and pouting but she will get over it!

Poor lonely Hydrangea! Get her a friend!

 

[Icecaramellatte]

Love Burberry! Their Dark Spice quad is one of my all time favorites; such a gorgeous eye combo, and it's beautifully pigmented. It looks amazing on brown eyes. I also have their powder foundation and Russet blush, which a much loved products as well. I think the next item I will buy from them will be the Nude Blush quad in the Fall collex.

The last time I went to the counter the SA was trying to get me to get Dark Spice but I had spring colors on my mind. I will think about this one again. I've been wanting Russet blush for awhile now.