Best Winter Palette for blue & brown eyes (win it) When it comes to finding a great neutral eyeshadow palette, the best shades can come in the most unexpected designs. Take Burberry’s Winter 2016 Runway Palette for example. It was directly inspired by Christopher Bailey’s “Patchwork, Pattern and Prints” Autumn/Winter runway show. He actually created this palette with UK makeup artist Wendy Rowe when designing the fashion collection. He calls it “effortless elegance” and the goal was to offer a palette that was both beautiful to look at and very easy to use.
Burberry Winter 2015 Runway Palette
“The camo pattern is a nod to the classic Burberry trench coat as that was influenced by the military too. (Thomas Burberry began by creating trench coats for the British military.) But this is a classic palette of amazing neutral shades,” says celebrity makeup artist Nina Westbury. “The palette is matte so women of any age can feel comfortable wearing it. I actually wore it with some MAC shimmer on top.” She says it would also look amazing over a Dior Mono Fusion eyeshadow which would boost the pigments in the palette.
Burberry Prorsum Fall/Winter 2015 Runway Collection
Nina has designed a special face chart for those with brown eyes. Here is how to use the Burberry Winter 2016 palette to create a simple smoky eye. You’ll notice she’s used the buttercream shade as a base then added the Forest Green and finished with the Black.
Burberry Winter 2016 Palette Face Chart for Brown Eyes
On this second face chart for those with blue eyes, you’ll see that Nina has once again used the Buttercream shade as a base. She’s placed the Forest Green towards the outer edge of the eyelid and shaded in a little. She’s accented with the black in the outer corners. This opens the eyes beautifully.
Burberry Winter 2016 Palette Face Chart for Blue Eyes
5 Ways to use the Burberry Winter 2016 Palette
Use them individually as neutrals. The easiest way to use this eye palette is to use each of the three shades individually. The matte textures are flattering on all ages and each to apply.
Use the Butter Cream shade to tone down any bright eyeshadow. If your eyeshadow is looking too strong, a quick dusting of this shade will instantly bring the colour intensity down. It is a great way to solve any eyeshadow colour problem.
Use the black as a liner. A fine line of the black shadow will work perfectly as an eyeliner. Just remember to set with a tiny bit of powder.
Smoky khaki for evening. If you are a little bored with the traditional smoky grey or black eye, switch it up with khaki green. It is a very flattering colour and will give you a subtle look at is fresh and new.
A new neutral. Update your nude makeup look by using the Butter Cream shade as a base and adding a hint of the khaki green on the upper lid. Blend well to create a very natural look for day.
Of course, this palette is a collectible piece. There will be beauty collectors who will buy it and keep it in their collections for the design and the fact that it mirrored the Fall/Winter runway show.
The giveaway: I gave away SIX of these Burberry Autumn/Winter Runway Palettes to lucky readers on December 10th. We drew the names:
@shinyglitterbug
@ainacakes
@_smasha_
@Se7enRamiel
@facetocurls
@marina_lins
If you want to purchase one, I know thebay.com in Canada has a couple left. Here is the direct link.
And be sure to check out Nina Westbury’s awesome website with more face charts at www.ninawestbury.com
814 Comments
rajee
December 1, 2015 at 3:31 pmlove it @momsfocus
nadiainthesky
December 1, 2015 at 3:20 pmI ‘d use it the way Nina showed us on her video, having dark chestnut eyes I reckon it would suits it me perfectly. Thank you for the chance! xx
Kristine R.
December 1, 2015 at 2:40 pmI would use this on my brown/green eyes! @mckenna_1444
Natalie B.
December 1, 2015 at 2:05 pmI think I’d try out Nina’s palette for blue eyes or even maybe try out the smoky khaki
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dumbelle
December 1, 2015 at 12:57 pmthis is best for my brown eyes
Laurie House
December 1, 2015 at 11:51 amWould love to own this palette!
Alisa Lund
December 1, 2015 at 11:48 am@alisalund
I would give it to my daughter for Christmas. She has amazing blue eyes and would love it!
Melinda
December 1, 2015 at 10:55 amMy daughter would love this palette!
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Samantha D.
December 1, 2015 at 10:14 amVery cool palette..@dangqute
Stephanie Upton
December 1, 2015 at 10:07 amI love this Burberry palette!! So, so cool!!?? Last night I watched Nina’s youtube video n how to use this palette, so I would definitely try out her tips!! Also luv the idea of using it as a liner!!?? Such a cool palette..You have the best taste Dave!! Thx for another awesome find!!?? @lyssarose210
Jennifer Gardner
December 1, 2015 at 9:26 amI’d use it with a striking black outfit. Black motorcycle boots, black jeans, black everything. Very cool xx
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Emily Stemp
December 1, 2015 at 8:55 ami have brown eyes i love that it for brown eyes. i don’t know how i would use it but i would try many different looks with it. @stemplynn
Issy Eames
December 1, 2015 at 7:07 amI love this palette. I would use it to create a new take on a smokey eye, especially with the green
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Heather Bullock
December 1, 2015 at 6:27 amI would give this to my soon-to- be sister-in-law and teach her how to use it using Nina’s very helpful tips. My sister-in-law is an EMT and a busy mom. She loves Camo and could definitely use this to up her “chic” game, at work, in the barn (goats) and at home! Twitter @heatbullock
Rene Groyer
December 1, 2015 at 4:53 amThis palette would suit my blue eyes which I would like to enhance,so I would use the butter cream shade all over my lid ,then use the khaki shade in the crease and line with the black shadow and then add lashings of mascara.Kapow !!!
Dar
December 1, 2015 at 4:36 amI’d use this for NYE!! Dramatic Smokey Eye.
@luvchaos
umut sukran
December 1, 2015 at 2:16 amThis would be perfect for my brown eyes 🙂 @bugdaykepegi
Karen D
December 1, 2015 at 1:44 amLove the colors and Nina’s directions seem easy.@karen_dietrich
Gutu Adriana Maria
December 1, 2015 at 1:36 amI have brown eyes and i usually use this kind of colors for my everyday make-up..iti will be amazing if i coud win this pallet
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Sonyette
November 30, 2015 at 11:51 pmThis would be perfect for my brown eyes.. @SonyetteC
Lisa
November 30, 2015 at 11:49 pmNina’s tips are always spot on. I would use both methods, softer application for day, stronger application for night!
What a lovely treat to be able to win it!
Rstrevors
November 30, 2015 at 11:03 pm@r_linbaby. I have brown eyes, so I would wear it just as how Nina Westbury suggested on the drawing. I hope I win it. Thank you Dave.
susan byrne
November 30, 2015 at 10:38 pmWow, my blue eyes would love this!!
Susan P.
November 30, 2015 at 10:21 pmI would try the Burberry Winter 2016 Palette Face Chart for Blue Eyes that you list the steps for. It works for me!
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Diana
November 30, 2015 at 9:12 pmLove it; as I am a brown eyed girl!!