Today I felt like putting the lovely LORAC Silver Screen palette to work, specifically the warm eyeshadows from the first row, the matte rose blush and the Lip Polish, and I even followed the convenient tutorial on the back of the box (with some minor adjustments for added punch). 🙂
To the recipe on the back, I added a base of MAC Paint Pot in Painterly beneath the shadows and black liquid liner on my upper lash line.
A few things about the warm shadows…
- All four contain a whisper of shimmer; it was actually subtler than I expected
- No. 3, the warmest of the bunch, shimmers in brown with strong orange undertones
- The rest of the shadows (1, 2 and 4) kinda lean toward neutral
I’m mostly happy with the way the look turned out, but I think I could’ve done a better job blending the darkest brown… Something to work on next time.
Whaddaya think of the palette?
Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict,
Karen
P.S. Time for a late lunch. I’m craving PB&J, BIG TIME! 🙂
cady says
November 9th, 2009 at 3:49 pmi like it!! its very natural but very pretty too. it seems to suit your skin tone really well!
Karen says
November 9th, 2009 at 4:36 pmHi Cady,
Thanks! Are you more of a subtle shimmer kinda girl? Or do you like lots of bling?
Patty says
November 9th, 2009 at 4:19 pmYou are having an awesome hair day, Karen! Work it outttt! 🙂
Karen says
November 9th, 2009 at 4:37 pmHi Patty,
LOL, those good hair days come by so rarely these days.
How are you? Are you having a good Monday?
Giselle says
November 9th, 2009 at 4:48 pmyou look gorgeous..and that hair!!
Karen says
November 9th, 2009 at 5:09 pmHi Giselle,
It was a freak accident, I tell ya.
How’s your day been?
Shy says
November 9th, 2009 at 5:08 pmYou look so pretty!!!!!
Karen says
November 9th, 2009 at 5:09 pmHi Shy,
What’s going on? Anything new to report on this lovely Monday?
amy says
November 9th, 2009 at 5:15 pmThis looks very soft and pretty. Perfect for everyday because the shimmer is so subtle. Would this be your new staple day look? I like your hair today btw, the waves and volume are working for you.
.-= amy’s last blog post… Enter the World of Daisy: Marc Jacobs Daisy Luminous Body Lotion Review =-.
Karen says
November 9th, 2009 at 6:17 pmHi Amy,
I’m adding it to my rotation!
How was your Monday?
keerthamina says
November 9th, 2009 at 5:18 pmI’m too distracted by your amazing hair in that pic to focus on the makeup! I need my hair to look exactly like that!!
.-= keerthamina’s last blog post… notd: streetwear fx flash =-.
Christy says
November 9th, 2009 at 5:32 pmLove it! Now you’ve got me lemming this palette. 😉
.-= Christy’s last blog post… FOTD: Victoria’s Secret Beauty Rush Flower Girl, Violet Femme & Plum Crazy =-.
Karen says
November 9th, 2009 at 6:12 pmHi Christy,
It’s a good palette, especially for basics. 🙂
Babybubblz says
November 9th, 2009 at 5:42 pmI like this palette, great neutrals. This look enlarges you eyes!
Karen says
November 9th, 2009 at 6:11 pmHi Babybubblz,
It does have some really wearable neutrals! Have you had the chance to see it yet in person?
Gina says
November 9th, 2009 at 6:01 pmyou look sooo pretty! 🙂
.-= Gina’s last blog post… lovely little dress =-.
Karen says
November 9th, 2009 at 6:04 pmHi Gina,
🙂 Thanks hon!
How are you doing? Are you having a good Monday?
Angela says
November 9th, 2009 at 6:38 pmWhat foundation are you using because your skin looks amazing! And that wavy hair… I’m so jealous!
Karen says
November 10th, 2009 at 8:03 amHi Angela,
That’s Laura Mercier Oil-Free Foundation with MAC Select Sheer Loose power applied with a puff. This combo covers EVERYTHING and photographs really well.
Mimi S says
November 9th, 2009 at 6:38 pmOoh, this is a good look for you! Actually…I think it’s my favorite look for you that you’ve done so far!
You look like a sexy siren 😉 Go Karen!
– Mimi
Karen says
November 10th, 2009 at 8:03 amHi Mimi,
Wow, I’ll take sexy siren! Most days I feel like nerdy librarian, LOL!
How’s your Tuesday going so far?
Sarah says
November 9th, 2009 at 7:05 pmi love it! i would rock that look daily
.-= Sarah’s last blog post… New York City Spaghetti Packaging =-.
Karen says
November 10th, 2009 at 8:04 amHi Sarah,
How are you? Is the new kitty adjusting well?
Patti says
November 9th, 2009 at 7:17 pmThe colors look really nice, I think it is something I can wear everyday. Unfortunately, I already spent way too much money and with Christmas coming up I definitely need to start saving!!
Karen says
November 10th, 2009 at 8:04 amHi Patti,
Yeah, I hear ya. That reminds me, I need to start hounding my family for their wish lists!
Tatiana says
November 9th, 2009 at 7:28 pmHey Karen! It’s my first comment here, but I’ve been lurking around your blog for some time now, and I love it 🙂 Just felt like telling you that that color palette really suits your skin tone and looks really good on you 🙂 I think it might be my favorite look face you’ve done!
Karen says
November 10th, 2009 at 8:05 amHi Tatiana,
It’s nice to meet you!
Are you new to makeup or are you already addicted? 🙂
mishel says
November 9th, 2009 at 7:40 pmkaren! u look gorgeous in these pics =)
Karen says
November 10th, 2009 at 8:05 amHi Mishel,
What’s going on, girl? Are you having a good Tuesday so far?
Megan **** says
November 9th, 2009 at 7:43 pmThe look came out great! It really does give your face a “warm look” 🙂 Blending dark shadows can sometimes be tricky; it will look a lot more blended in front of the bathroom mirror than it looks in photography.. Occasionally a problem for me when it comes to dark colors.. Hmph! 🙁
Overall, did you enjoy your Monday? Did you take that trip to Sephora after all? (Saw that tweet you posted this afternoon..) Btw – I need to go take care of business there asap! (AKA, spend the MAC & Sephora giftcards I got for my 20th Bday last Tuesday! My mama & sister know exactly what I like! Ha!) Isnt it so much more fun to spend somebody else’s hard earned money on pricey cosmetics? Haha! Have a goodnight & I hope your Tuesday goes smoooothly tomorrow.
Karen says
November 10th, 2009 at 8:06 amHi Megan ****,
Lucky girl! I will be with you in spirit when you break into your gift cards. 🙂
I didn’t end up going yesterday. I figured I needed to work out more (ugh) so I did some cardio and about a billion situps.
How’s your day going so far?
christina says
November 9th, 2009 at 10:07 pmkaren! your blog tempts me too much!!! 🙂
anyway, i always LOOOOVE the way your hair looks!
can you show us how you style it everyday?
because i have naturally wavy-ish hair so i have been perming it for the last 4 years or so but my hair is getting really damaged so after this perm fades, i want to live with my natural hair!
thank you soo much!!!
Karen says
November 10th, 2009 at 8:08 amHi Christina and Inday,
Honestly it usually looks like a bird’s next; yesterday was one of those rare exceptions. I curled sections with a large barrel curling iron, let the curls cool, and then worked some styling product through it to smooth out the frizzies (this stuff by wella… review coming soon!).
Another thing could you try is doing a loose French braid at night before bed. Rub some styling product in (like a gel), do a loose braid and then go to sleep. In the morning you’ll have loose waves!
christina says
November 9th, 2009 at 10:07 pmkaren! your blog tempts me too much!!! 🙂
anyway, i always LOOOOVE the way your hair looks!
can you show us how you style it everyday?
because i have naturally wavy-ish hair so i have been perming it for the last 4 years or so but my hair is getting really damaged so after this perm fades, i want to live with my natural hair!
thank you soo much!!!
Marisol says
November 9th, 2009 at 10:56 pmYou look great! Your hair is getting so long. Total hair envy ovah here!
.-= Marisol’s last blog post… My other fear besides cats… =-.
amy says
November 9th, 2009 at 11:30 pmMy Monday is A OK! It is rainy city here though.
.-= amy’s last blog post… Enter the World of Daisy: Marc Jacobs Daisy Luminous Body Lotion Review =-.
L says
November 9th, 2009 at 11:40 pmOooh. You look great!
BlovetBeauty says
November 9th, 2009 at 11:44 pmu look like a hot charlies angel!!
inday says
November 10th, 2009 at 12:55 ammz. karen! this is my 1st comment, woohoo!, although i follow your blog daily. the make-up looks great, soft and romantic. i heart =)
but what really caught my eye is your hair! gurrrrrrrl, hella gorge!! i’ve been having hair issues lately (fighting with my naturally curly texture – boo!) and would truly appreciate some tips on how to get the lovely look you are rockin’ today.
thank you for always making me smile!
gio says
November 10th, 2009 at 6:19 amThis is a very pretty and natural look. And I love your hair!
.-= gio’s last blog post… QOTW: What’s your favourite palette? =-.
Sarah says
November 10th, 2009 at 9:35 amHey Karen,
Thanks for asking about our new kitten, Maggie. She loves her new home and having a full belly all the time. My other kitties Duff and Homer adore her!
Have a great day
Sarah
.-= Sarah’s last blog post… New York City Spaghetti Packaging =-.
Anastasia says
November 10th, 2009 at 7:05 pmWow Karen, that’s one of your best looks yet!
Please don’t take this the wrong way because you always look pretty, but I think that first shade is a much more flattering brow highlighter on you. I know that’s totally a matter of personal preference though 😀
You did a fantastic job blending that dark color btw, so I’m not sure what that crazy talk was all about! heh he
Loving that lip color too. I bet this set would look like crap on a ghostly pale girl like me though. Guess I will keep playing with my Tarte Treasure Chest (and am eagerly awaiting my Coastal Scents 88 palette!). You’ve turned me into an eyeshadow wearer LOL
Have a good evening all!
Anastasia.
Tatiana says
November 10th, 2009 at 7:33 pmI’m already addicted Karen! hahaha 😛
christina says
November 11th, 2009 at 2:43 pmthanks for the tips!
and i never think your hair looks like a bird’s nest!
i always love the way it looks! <3
Karen says
November 11th, 2009 at 3:13 pmHi Christina,
LOL, I dunno… if you saw it IRL you’d probably change your tune. It can get pretty out of control sometimes. 🙂
Sarah says
November 16th, 2009 at 4:42 amHey, Just wanted to say that based simply on this FOTD, I went out and bought the palette yesterday! I just finished trying it for the first time (I’m glad you had a photo of the back – I left the box at home) and I love it!
I used the pink blush and it worked well (I’m extremely pale with cool skintone). The dark color is definitely harder to blend but it was relatively easy to do even though I’m actually sitting at my desk (thank god for tall cubicle walls)! It only took a couple minutes and it was way easier to quickly shove back into my purse when I finished versus putting numerous pans away.
Yelena says
April 7th, 2012 at 2:31 pmabsolutely love ur long hair in this pic! wish I had that kinda hair 🙂