Autumn’s Parisian Palette (win it). Of all the amazing Autumn limited edition makeup collections that have debuted over the past few weeks, Lancome’s has my favourite story. It is so clever and practical, I can’t believe it didn’t sell out the moment it arrived on counter. Here’s the backstory: the French beauty brand invited French model and style icon Caroline de Maigret to create the ultimate Parisian makeup collection. What are her must-have items and most flattering colours. She would share her tips and tricks on how to look chic and elegant with a natural ease.
Caroline de Maigret
“For me, autumn is such a chic season. That’s why I was so keen to create an autumnal palette,” says de Maigret. “These are the shades I simply adore and apply all year round. And the textures I love too. It is a season full of promise, just as summer is coming to an end, with the trees dressed in magical colours, like ochres and browns…” When Lancome invited de Maigret to design a makeup collection for gorgeous autumn days, she decided to compose a complete, ideal collection of essentials. She was keen to use all the little makeup tricks she picked up from makeup artists she always worked with plus a few passed down from her mother. The theme: everything you need for an autumn weekend in Paris, be it day or night – in weekend or work mode.
When starting to design her ideal palette, she reached for her favourite shades – deep, warm tones, browns and rosewoods in both iridescent and matte textures. She spent much of her time perfecting the three shades for eyes, as eyes are a Parisian’s most treasured asset.
“My essentials? They’re all inside this palette with its coours and textures. The idea is to have everything I need in a clutch I can take wherever I go. I’ve really included everything I thought was essential for a woman’s makeup: it what you need for work, to go out in the evening or simply to feel sexy,” says the model. She says a Parisian’s makeup is subtle, yet she won’t set foot outside without it. What counts is finding a quick, failsafe way of feeling beautiful and confident.
You’ll see the palette boasts pebble grain leather, grosgrain ribbon and a silver buckle embossed with the Lancome rose. It resembles a book or diary. Inside, you’ll find:
Four eyeshadows: a matte rosewood, an iridescent bronze, an intense brown and a warm taupe, for a faux-nude makeup result with just the right dose of light and intensity.
A very pale pink illuminator refreshes and highlights. You can even use it as a primer.
Three brow powders to work for all women: light for women with blonde hair, medium for chestnut brunettes and redheads and dark for true brunettes. The range of blendable shades allows for the most natural results. This is a must-have to define and structure the brows.
One blush is designed to be applied with the fingertips to instantly melt into a fresh flush. The result is a silky, velvety finish. It’s light-infused pink pigments fuse with skin for a sheer effect. Better yet, the three brow shades can be used on your eyes. Use the lightest as a base and the other two as liners.
Two expert brushes allow for expert application. A liner and shadow brush features a flat tip to apply and blend the shadow for an elegant smoky eye. The eyebrow brush helps you structure your brow and accentuate the line.
It’s called the Lancome “Mes Incontournables de Parisienne” palette and it is on counter now. It’s incredibly well done.
I gave away one of these wonderful palettes. Congrats to Kath Glover from England. I drew her name at random from all those who commented below.
1,120 Comments
Carol Nine
October 13, 2015 at 4:06 pmI’d buy the palette. It has colors that look good on me.
Karen D
October 13, 2015 at 3:14 pmWhat a great collection! @karen_dietrich
Anthea Holloway
October 13, 2015 at 2:43 pmI love the colours in this palette. @antheajholloway
Neha Parmar
October 13, 2015 at 1:50 pmnehaparmar88 (Twitter ID)
Neha Parmar
October 13, 2015 at 1:50 pmCompact and nice. Would be quite handy. Definitely worth buying.
Nicole Huckins
October 13, 2015 at 1:35 pmLove it! Going on my Christmas list. @ColetteRuby
baddad
October 13, 2015 at 11:49 amThis is the set that I want
Carolyn Corrin
October 13, 2015 at 10:25 amThis is a perfect combination. @victreebel21
Lizzy Cooper
October 13, 2015 at 10:11 amI like the variety of colours and I’d definately consider buying one !
Lorraine Jay
October 13, 2015 at 8:26 amI would buy one as a gift for my daughter – perfect colours for her @lojay57
Tracy Manning
October 13, 2015 at 4:29 amFantastic colours in this palette perfect for the smoky look x
Mary Ja
October 13, 2015 at 3:19 ambeautiful discrete colours.
denise tracy
October 13, 2015 at 3:04 amAbsolutely I would buy this Lancome pallette. The colors are amazing and would look good on and make everybody look good.
Janet Ferro
October 12, 2015 at 11:33 pmI would love to have all these incredible colors together. Great prize!
Patsy
October 12, 2015 at 10:43 pmPerhaps if I traveled a lot,it could be handy to keep in your desk .I like the addition of the illuminator :).Thanks!
Melissa Macintosh
October 12, 2015 at 9:33 pmmelissamcntsh56 Dave of course I would buy these colors because my eyes would be dreamy
Athina Vertseti
October 12, 2015 at 7:03 pmtwitter Athina Vertseti & instagram athinave
terri
October 12, 2015 at 6:28 pmI would definitely purchase. These are excellent fall colors. I’m a natural blond with blue eyes and this would be perfect for me.
Karen D
October 12, 2015 at 2:55 pmWould love to try these colors. Love that they’re all in one package. @karen_dietrich
funnygirl
October 12, 2015 at 2:24 pmParisian for sure
Mary H
October 12, 2015 at 2:17 pmThis has all the most beautiful fall colors in one palette!!! @maryharne
kirsty flerin
October 12, 2015 at 2:05 pm@kirstyflerin
Perfect palette for me – everything I need in one beautiful package!
Anita Autry
October 12, 2015 at 1:58 pmPerfect palate for me! @NitraLane624
Billie (@BillieO2)
October 12, 2015 at 12:35 pmThat set is a stunner! Love the case.
@steph_xoxo10
October 12, 2015 at 12:25 pmLove the colours and the case too! Wonderful idea! Any women’s must have!