I assume you have already read reviews and seen swatches of the most-anticipated eyeshadow from Urban Decay many times or better yet, you already own Gwen Stefani Eyeshadow Palette. Oh how I love to give you the latest scoop by purchasing it the moment it came out but blame the uber-slow shipping of Urban Decay because this beauty only arrived few days ago. But is it a yay as most makeup lovers say or nay? Scroll down for more photos, details and my overall thoughts.
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Packaging-wise, the-pop-rock-glam vibe truly bespeaks Gwen (yeah we’re first name basis like that, haha!). You can tell she did an excellent job collaborating down to the minutest detail. The gold and white criss-cross pattern on the box is as ravishing as the black polka-dot and gold in the actual casing. The burnished embossed name on the lower right is a nifty addition. The whole palette itself has heft, magnetic closure and ginormous mirror.
This palette is cool-toned which is definitely made for Gwen or women bearing the same pale to fair skin color. There are 15 eyeshadows: 5 mattes, 6 satins, 4 metallics. A quick glance shows you that the eyeshadows are predominantly neutral, which for the most part are dupe-able or strikingly similar to Urban Decay’s other naked’s. With the exception of Harajuku, Danger and 1987, I’m wild-guessing you already own ’em. But see, it is Gwen. Don’t Speak. Hollaback Girl. Baby Don’t Lie. You still want this because it is from The Great Gwen.
Blonde is is satin pale pink with iridescence shift
Bathwater is satin pale beige
Skimp is satin nude
Steady is satin peachy rose
Punk is matte maroon brown
Baby is cool satin rose
Anaheim is matte taupe-brown
Stark is matte nude
Zone is matte medium brown
Serious is satin gray
Pop is metallic pale coral (fallout party, the dud)
Harajuku is metallic pink
Danger is metallic royal blue
1987 is metallic burnished gold
Blackout is matte black
All the mattes are fairly pigmented and blend effortlessly. The satins are phenomenal. Except for Pop which is complete fallout party, the rest of the metallics are luxurious as Gwen’s hit songs. Worn over eye primer, these eyeshadows didn’t budge or melt all through ten hours of moi rocking ’em. Overall, whether you’re a fan of Gwen or just simply looking for a palette regardless if it’s cool or warm to treat yourself with this Christmas, I say go get it.
For my eye makeup below, I used 1987 on eyelids, Anaheim on crease, Punk on outer eye corner and Blackout on brows. The lipstick is also from Urban Decay Matte Revolution (Carnal).
Oh yeah In case you noticed, I did color my hair blue-back in time for winter.
Beautiful colors! That is a very pretty look on you!
Thanks Cara
Beautiful palette and I love the neutral but shimmery gold look you created with it. The shades pop against your new dark hair!
That packaging is to die for, and I like the pop of blue among the neutrals. I love this EOTD on you!
Such a gorgeous palette! 1987 is so stunning!
A gorgeous makeup look and LOVE your new hair! How do you like it, has it taken some getting used to with a new color?
Thanks Tina. Yeah, it took me 2 days to get used to it. I can't wait to grow out the bangs w/c were cut too short by the hairstylist
The shades you picked are really gorgeous on you! I don't think most of those colors would be great for me, because I'm pale, but with yellow undertones. Maybe some of them would surprise me!
This palette is awesome. I like that it has so many neutrals with a few pops of color.
You look gorgeous and I love your dark hair
You have the best photography. If I hadn't bought this already I'd buy it just from your pictures.
Awwww you're so nice. Thanks much
I love the look you created! The shade selection is this is really pretty, but I own so many neutrals just like it so I skipped it. I love Gwen though, so I hope to get some of her lippies they are releasing next year!
True that. Hard to resist Gwen 🙂
Your eye look is gorgeous. I have this palette lurking in my little to be photographed cabinet. I can't bring myself to touch it, yet. lol
Touch it touch it, lol
Gorgeous palette indeed! I've been playing with mine over the weekend, and love the shades so far.
Same here, I've been using the palette everyday
I love the idea palette (that packaging!)but am trying to convince myself I don't need it. The look you put together is perfect!
You look gorgeous girl. I really didn't want to have this palette… but man, it's a beaut.
I love the shades that are in the palette but the packaging alone makes me want to buy it for sure.
I broke down and ordered this a few days ago. It should be here tomorrow 😀
That palette looks really nice!
Such a pretty everyday look! What color lippie is that–it goes perfectly! I am still waiting for my palette!!
The palette is gorgeous and your eye look is terrific! I wish it embodied more of Gwen Stefani with the Harajuku and all, but it's still beautiful! <3
Great review! I just got it in!
Kath, I just can't get over your FOTDs!! I swear each is better than the last. The gold in this palette is perfect for you. Your application is sensational. Your blending is exceptional. Your ability is epic.
OMG I'm smiling ear to ear. You're so sweet Shelley. I try my best to take decent photos. Daylight is my ally, near the window for better pics of FOTD. Thanks so much
You look stunning! I love this palette!