I'm good with coral, too.[COLOR=9900FF]Good Yazmin! If no one else chimes in with another suggestion we'll just run with pastels for the month of May. If pastels are not favorable and the group prefers a single color, Coral is an option, and it goes with many other colors as well. What do you think?[/COLOR]
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Pastels would be cool, since I have several frosty pastel eye colors I bought years ago from MAC and do not visit enough. I will pull them out. I have not been doing enough with my eyes lately. Yay pastels!
OT: Is it wrong that someone asked me to help her buy makeup this morning and, as soon as she said that she only wanted browns and neutrals (she is NW45, btw), I just turned away and went on about my business without saying a word? I never even answered her. Why do you want brown blush on brown skin? Do you flush brown?
OT: Is it wrong that someone asked me to help her buy makeup this morning and, as soon as she said that she only wanted browns and neutrals (she is NW45, btw), I just turned away and went on about my business without saying a word? I never even answered her. Why do you want brown blush on brown skin? Do you flush brown?
MissTT
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This has always been my sentiment and fueled my hatred for neutrals. I'm so put off by brown makeup. That's why I've hesitated on Eclair p/p. Brown lipstick, no thanks. Of course I know browns can be flattering and I do wear them - especially for work - but I feel like it sucks the lifeforce out of me.
Alright, alright I was just be dramatic and whiny. It's hot here and I'm not in love with my Rimal Dahabia quad.
ETA: to answer your question - Yes you were so wrong for that.
Brown is a lovely color, being my skin color and all, but all makeup has to be properly applied to look good and people just gravitate toward what they perceive as neutral to avoid having to learn to work with color. Or because their grandma said taht women who wear color are harlots. It's always one or the other. Just my 2 cents.
OK y'all have me all sad about Art of the Eye. I bought the Rimal Dahabia quad and Hajar Karim, and both items have gotten sucky reviews. I get my stuff tomorrow and will hope for the best. If I hate this quad, I am definitely not buying Bare my Soul from Temperature Rising, which is the only product I planned to get. I am on to stalking for RiRi Woo. My boss keeps asking when "we" are going to get "ours".
OK y'all have me all sad about Art of the Eye. I bought the Rimal Dahabia quad and Hajar Karim, and both items have gotten sucky reviews. I get my stuff tomorrow and will hope for the best. If I hate this quad, I am definitely not buying Bare my Soul from Temperature Rising, which is the only product I planned to get. I am on to stalking for RiRi Woo. My boss keeps asking when "we" are going to get "ours".
Medgal07
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I'm scared of pastels on my skin since I am warm and dark. Never thought I could pull them off. If you ladies are willing to give advice on how it's done and share pics I'd be willing to try it. I like that I am able to learn in this thread.
Medgal07
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So glad you're willing to take the pastel plunge with us Sagehen. I just think we can achieve more looks with a variety of colors, especially to get the biggest bang for our makeup-buck. The warm seasons seem to go so fast, and a month in the spring and summer with a single color won't seem to achieve that.
OT: Honestly, I think you missed a teachable moment. You had a chance to help someone and you were instead rude. That said, maybe the individual works in an industry that calls for an understated look and she wanted to achieve that through neutrals.
BTW, some of the prettiest looks can be made with neutrals. One of my favorite MAC blushes is Pressed Amber. I hope you don't think I'm being hard on you---just being honest.
Love you anyway!!!
OT: Honestly, I think you missed a teachable moment. You had a chance to help someone and you were instead rude. That said, maybe the individual works in an industry that calls for an understated look and she wanted to achieve that through neutrals.
BTW, some of the prettiest looks can be made with neutrals. One of my favorite MAC blushes is Pressed Amber. I hope you don't think I'm being hard on you---just being honest.
This has always been my sentiment and fueled my hatred for neutrals. I'm so put off by brown makeup. That's why I've hesitated on Eclair p/p. Brown lipstick, no thanks. Of course I know browns can be flattering and I do wear them - especially for work - but I feel like it sucks the lifeforce out of me.
Alright, alright I was just be dramatic and whiny. It's hot here and I'm not in love with my Rimal Dahabia quad.
ETA: to answer your question - Yes you were so wrong for that.But what did Bobby Brown say? "It's my prerogative!"
No, I don't think you were being too hard. It's just that this person is always talking about my makeup and wanting to learn how and blah blah blah and when she sounded like she was going to take the plunge, then here we are wasting my time with that brown bs. She works in the same building and work group that I do, so, no to the workplace requirement. I think certain people comment on makeup because they think people wearing it want the attention. No, I paint on my corporate armor every day to deflect y'all, so you don't have to say a word about it (the people at work I mean).So glad you're willing to take the pastel plunge with us Sagehen. I just think we can achieve more looks with a variety of colors, especially to get the biggest bang for our makeup-buck. The warm seasons seem to go so fast, and a month in the spring and summer with a single color won't seem to achieve that.
OT: Honestly, I think you missed a teachable moment. You had a chance to help someone and you were instead rude. That said, maybe the individual works in an industry that calls for an understated look and she wanted to achieve that through neutrals.
BTW, some of the prettiest looks can be made with neutrals. One of my favorite MAC blushes is Pressed Amber. I hope you don't think I'm being hard on you---just being honest.
Love you anyway!!!
MissTT, I'm sorry you're not happy with your Rimal Dahabia quad. I would have gotten that quad too but I already have three of the four eyeshadows, so it wasn't of value for me. I can totally envision an amazing smokey eye with that palette! What is it that's bothering you?
I don't hate neutrals - They are necessary to balance color and shadow on the face. And I make some hellified faces with neutral products - I am all bronze goddess in the summertime. I just hate the cop out from some people, especially people of color, with the I can't wear color whining, especially because they are probably still operating on grandma's words of harlotry and haave never actually tried to do it themselves.
Medgal07
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Sagehen, ignore the reviews and work the eyeshadows the way that you want to. I've learned that quite often, bad reviews are rendered because the reviewer does not know how best to use the product. Enjoy your purchase. I did get Hajar Karim but the only thing that I've done is depot it. I haven't yet tried working with it. It's so pretty, and I too found the reviews disappointing----BUT I LOVE THE COLOR, and I'll work with it.
I don't care what the reviewers say, I'm totally getting the Bare My Soul quad!
Medgal07
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About the pastels----I hope everyone is comfortable with it. This is supposed to be fun---not torture. I found some looks to use as inspiration. So let's have some fun!
http://mommytalkshow.com/news-information/simple-spring-pastel-makeup/
http://makeupboxblog.blogspot.com/2012/03/cotton-candy-and-chocolate-defined.html
http://www.peachesandblush.com/2012/03/makeup-tutorial-with-mac-bronze-expensive-pink-eyeshadow.html
http://makeupbox.tumblr.com/post/46987651502/smoky-eyes-with-a-pastel-accent-great-with-any
http://mommytalkshow.com/news-information/simple-spring-pastel-makeup/
http://makeupboxblog.blogspot.com/2012/03/cotton-candy-and-chocolate-defined.html
http://www.peachesandblush.com/2012/03/makeup-tutorial-with-mac-bronze-expensive-pink-eyeshadow.html
http://makeupbox.tumblr.com/post/46987651502/smoky-eyes-with-a-pastel-accent-great-with-any
Medgal07
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I understand Sagehen---it sounds like you were coming from a place of frustration, in which case rude would have been you decking her.
I want to see pics of you "all bronze goddess in the summertime." Sounds very pretty! I love using and experimenting with color. That's the best way to learn and determine how beautiful color can be on color----of all ranges. I totally agree with you.
Prettypackages
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I can't find any good pics of me wearing pastels, but I love pastels.I'm scared of pastels on my skin since I am warm and dark. Never thought I could pull them off. If you ladies are willing to give advice on how it's done and share pics I'd be willing to try it. I like that I am able to learn in this thread.
Prettypackages
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I was on the train when I read this and cracked up out loud... what was her expression when you walked away. LOL @ flushing brown.
Prettypackages
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LMAO... stop. please.
Prettypackages
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Medgal, I love your frankness.
Sagehen, I feel bad for laughing now. But I got a kick out of that.
I'm down for corals and pastels. I don't have a lot of pastels. Sakura blush, Quite Cute quad, Budding love, lavender whip... that's just off the top of my head.
Sagehen, I feel bad for laughing now. But I got a kick out of that.
I'm down for corals and pastels. I don't have a lot of pastels. Sakura blush, Quite Cute quad, Budding love, lavender whip... that's just off the top of my head.
aradhana
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thanks for the links!!!About the pastels----I hope everyone is comfortable with it. This is supposed to be fun---not torture. I found some looks to use as inspiration. So let's have some fun!
i didn't wear purple makeup today, missed my last chance!
but i did wear heroine yesterday and got a bunch of compliments at work. one of my bosses said 'that is a wild lipstick'...it was kind of hilarious...he had to qualify that he liked it, but that the colour was very vibrant.
i love how it leaves a pretty stain afterward...
so i better go get prepared for pastel time! i want to do a look a la sugar sweet collection. too bad my hair isn't mint green. i know people hated that promo pic, but i kind of loved it...
VampyCouture
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Medgal,
I love your attitude with everything. Just want to put that out there.
I actually like brown makeup. Brown blushes and lipsticks don't bother me, but I can see where you guys are coming from in that it is the natural gravitational force of makeup for WOC. I don't wear brown makeup often, but when I do, I like the look. Iman knows how to rock brown makeup!
I am excited for pastels next
I love your attitude with everything. Just want to put that out there.
I actually like brown makeup. Brown blushes and lipsticks don't bother me, but I can see where you guys are coming from in that it is the natural gravitational force of makeup for WOC. I don't wear brown makeup often, but when I do, I like the look. Iman knows how to rock brown makeup!
I am excited for pastels next
Medgal07
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Now you're talking SH! That sounds really pretty & fun. I'm putting it on my must-try list----and Chanel Mimosa on the nails!!!
Medgal07
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So far I've pulled out my MAC Caramel Sundae quad, Fabulousness Warm Eyes & Neutral Eyes palettes, and my Chanel Harmonie quad. I'm thinking soft eyes and bright lips as well as soft eyes & soft lips depending on my makeup mood on a given day. I have not yet gone through my pastel pigments, but other MAC eyeshadows from my stash that come to mind are:
Bitter Beautiful Iris Winkle Pink Freeze Color Added Sugar Shack
Juxt Idol Eyes Moon's Reflection Sweet Lust Gorgeous Gold Hush
Guacamole Digit Tilt Defiance Goldmine Samoa Silk
Bitter Beautiful Iris Winkle Pink Freeze Color Added Sugar Shack
Juxt Idol Eyes Moon's Reflection Sweet Lust Gorgeous Gold Hush
Guacamole Digit Tilt Defiance Goldmine Samoa Silk
Medgal,
I love your attitude with everything. Just want to put that out there.
I actually like brown makeup. Brown blushes and lipsticks don't bother me, but I can see where you guys are coming from in that it is the natural gravitational force of makeup for WOC. I don't wear brown makeup often, but when I do, I like the look. Iman knows how to rock brown makeup!
I am excited for pastels next
