By Eleanor Reader
Accentuate the beauty of your eyes with this fantastic array of dramatic and striking eye products. Don’t be afraid to add femininity and definition to your eye make up with these smokey eye shadows, stand out palettes and long, luscious lashes.
For Intense Pearly Pigments: Chanel Illusion d’Ombre
The jewels of the Chanel Fall 2011 Make Up Collection, these pure pigmented eye shadows give the eye a beautiful intensity. Inspired by precious metals and abstract colours, they are formulated with pearly particles to truly make your eyes shimmer and sparkle.
Available from major department stores and selected pharmacies nationally. Stockist (02) 9900 2944 / 1300 CHANEL
For A Dark And Sexy Shadow: Dior Tuxedo Blue Tie Palette in Smoking Blue
Taken from the Dior’s Tuxedo Blue colour collection, the shades of this striking palette are inspired by a the collections signature colour, a deep, moody Midnight Blue. The colours blend together to create a smokey eye, which is more theatrical and sensual than the typical black and grey shades normally used. There is also a clever compartment in the palette, which holds a rosy nude gloss to compliment the look.
RRP $120. Call +612 9695 4800 for stocklists.
Rescu. Recommends: An eye shadow primer is a great investment if you want to get the longest wear out of your shadows. We choose Australis Eyeshadow Primer because it has a gentle formula, is a great price and gives your eye shadow the staying power it needs to last all night. RRP $12.95. Available from Priceline, Kmart, Target and Big W and pharmacies.
For Flirty & Feminine Lashes: Lancome Hynose Doll Eyes
This mascara literally opens up your eyes with huge, defined lashes that are absolutely feminine and doll-like. The formula is even scented with floral notes to accentuate its girly appeal.
RRP $52. Lancôme is available at leading Myer and David Jones stores and selected pharmacies. Stockist: 02 9931 8888.
For A Dramatic Eye With A Twist: Maxfactor Smokey Eye Effect Eye Shadow
The smokey eye is one of the most popular make up looks in history and can now be achieved in a few minutes thanks to this nifty cream eye shadow pen. The double-ended applicator has a rounded tip to apply a lighter shade on the full lid and a pointed end to apply the darker shade, which gives the look definition and drama.
At Rescu. we think it’s important to mix up your make up look and go for something colourful and different now and then. We have been using Maxfactor’s Smokey Eye Effect Eyeshadow in Blue Tempest, which isn’t a shade we would normally wear but are absolutely loving.
RRP $21.95. Call 1800 181 040 for stocklists.
For Playful & Vibrant Fake Lashes: Shu Uemura Ethnoscope Tokyo Lash Bar
Mirroring the crazy, colourful style of young Japanese women (think Gwen Stefani’s Harajuku girls), these fake eyelashes are big, bright and completely awesome. This modern day lash bar allows you to play and experiment with beauty, pushing past the boundaries society has set for us. The lash designs are completely innovative, mixing art and fashion trends to create absolute originality. If you dare to be different, this is the perfect opportunity.
Available exclusively from David Jones. Call 02 9931 8888 for stocklists.
For Cat-Like Sophistication: Almay Liquid Eyeliner Pen
Liquid eyeliner always brings that extra definition and drama to your eye make up. Almay’s new pen is a favourite of ours because it is so easy to use and doesn’t fade or smudge. You can use this pen to create a multitude of eye looks, including the fierce cat eye flick that is so on trend at the moment.
RRP $19.95. Call 1800 025 488 for stocklists.
For The Original Smokey Eye: Dior Smoky Eyes Reinvented
The highlight of Dior’s A/W 2011/12 Ready To Wear Collection make up was undoubtedly the huge, smouldering smokey eyes the models sported down the runway. Now you can create this intense, sexy look in three simple steps.
Dior’s new eye shadow palettes have everything you need for your smokey eye, containing a base, matte and iridescent shade. Next, apply the new waterproof liner to open up the eyes for a doe eyed effect and finish with Dior’s Extase Mascara for long, voluminous lashes that frame the eyes.
3 Couleurs Eyeshadow Palette RRP $72. Diorshow Liner Waterproof $44.
Diorshow Extase Mascara RRP $52. Available from 29th August call +61 2 9695 4800 for stocklists.
Rescu. Recommends: Clean up any eye make up mistakes and smudges with Almay’s Make Up Eraser Sticks. These swabs contain make up remover, so you can easily correct any problems without disturbing your make up. RRP $9.95.
(Top image courtesy of Chanel Autumn 2011 Make Up Collection)
