I couldn't resist buying the two new Illusion D'Ombre eye shadows, Apparition and Destination, from the Blue Illusion de Chanel Limited Edition Color Collection. I love the gel-like texture of the Illusion D'Ombre eye shadows, the smooth application, and their staying power.
Enough gray was added to both shades to keep them from becoming that bright electric blue of the '70s. Nothing wrong with electric blue, it's just that some of us aren't comfortable wearing eyeshadow that bright anymore! These have less shimmer than the previous editions, and not only silver, but a bit of purple and pink as well. These changes help maintain the integrity of the color,I think.
I used the lighter shade, Destination, as a base, applying all over the lid, and most sparingly under the brow. Then I applied the darker Apparition from the lash line half way up the lid, blending well so that there was no sharp line of demarcation. These lovelies each came with one of those wonderful little brushes that are perfect for eye lining, but I found my fingers were best for application and blending. I bought the Crayon Khol eyeliner in "Marine" to match.
I love the look, but I won't be wearing it to work even though Chanel toned down the sheen. Chanel.com has sold out of the shadows. I bought mine from Tressa at the Downtown Seattle Nordstrom, 206-628-2111.
Apparition has pulled away from the side of the jar a bit, but this has not affected the shadow's performance.
Enough gray was added to both shades to keep them from becoming that bright electric blue of the '70s. Nothing wrong with electric blue, it's just that some of us aren't comfortable wearing eyeshadow that bright anymore! These have less shimmer than the previous editions, and not only silver, but a bit of purple and pink as well. These changes help maintain the integrity of the color,I think.
I used the lighter shade, Destination, as a base, applying all over the lid, and most sparingly under the brow. Then I applied the darker Apparition from the lash line half way up the lid, blending well so that there was no sharp line of demarcation. These lovelies each came with one of those wonderful little brushes that are perfect for eye lining, but I found my fingers were best for application and blending. I bought the Crayon Khol eyeliner in "Marine" to match.
I love the look, but I won't be wearing it to work even though Chanel toned down the sheen. Chanel.com has sold out of the shadows. I bought mine from Tressa at the Downtown Seattle Nordstrom, 206-628-2111.
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