December is that time of the year that we hope for a white X-mas while reading Spring, even Summer fashion news. Some companies went ahead and released their Spring make-up collections in the States while in Europe we have to wait until the end of festive season for them to hit the counters. One way or the other a new Chanel Quad is always exciting, especially after they are reformulated this year and became one of my favorite formulas in the market.
Today I would like to share my thoughts on Chanel Les 4 Ombres #238 Tisse Paris with you, together with a sneak peek of Rouge Allure Velvet #50 La Romanesque.
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| Chanel Les 4 Ombres #238 Tisse Paris Eyeshadow Palette |
Chanel Les 4 Ombres #238 Tisse Paris is a feminine palette of pinks combined with a classical smokey eye shades of white and dark anthracite. None of the shades are very shimmery nor sheer, they are rather pigmented and satin with a beautiful complex sheen. I have been a big fan of new Les 4 Ombres formula since the quality is consistent across the range (with an exception of Tisse Cambon, the only quad I couldn't bring myself to review). Although a consistent quality sounds like something a high-end brand should provide, we know that it is not always the case (I am looking at you Dior's new quints!). Oh and yes this is why you need to read more blogs! *grins and nods*.
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| Chanel Les 4 Ombres #238 Tisse Paris Eyeshadow Palette |
Here is a closer look to the shades in Tisse Paris:
Top left: A very light cool pink with satin finish. This shade is the harder to show up on my skin tone, since it almost blends with it and gives a brightened look but not much color. I like using it to blend over the crease or brighten the brow bone.
Top right: A very light neutral white with satin finish. It can be worn on the inner corner or applied on the lid. It is also great to layer on top of other shades to make them more pastel and lighter. Chanel's formula layers beautifully.
Bottom left: A mid-toned neutral pink with mauve undertones and satin finish. Lovely shade to apply all over the lid for a feminine look or just to use it as a wash of color over the other shades.
Bottom right: A stunning deep gunmetal with multi colored subtle shimmer. The complexity of this shade is so beautiful. I apply it on the crease to define the look but it can be used everywhere, from a dark smokey eye to a wash of color.
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| Close-up: Chanel Les 4 Ombres #238 Tisse Paris Eyeshadow Palette |
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| Swatch: Chanel Les 4 Ombres #238 Tisse Paris Eyeshadow Palette |
Below is a classical replacement of #238 Tisse Paris. I have applied the white on the inner corner, the light pink on the inner half, darker pink on the outer half. I then used the gunmetal to define the crease and the outer corner. I have also lined my eyes with the the liner from the collection, Chanel Stylo Yeux Waterproof Eyeliner #912 in Ardoise. The eye liner is very creamy and pigmented.
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| In-action: Chanel Les 4 Ombres #238 Tisse Paris Eyeshadow Palette |
I have picked up only one of the lipsticks from the collection (for the time being), Rouge Allure Velvet #50 La Romanesque, which seemed to be the most unique to my stash. I may compare it with other shades if you have wishes, please leave a comment below. La Romanesque is a berry pink with a touch of violet but on me it looks more pink than violet, no matter what I do. I like Chanel's Rouge Allure Velvet formula, they are not that matte as we see from MAC or Tom Ford but it balances the velvety texture while being hydrated. All in all I like Tom Ford's matte formula more than these because of the longevity though.
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| Chanel Rouge Allure Velvet #50 La Romanesque |
Here is me wearing Chanel Les 4 Ombres #238 Tisse Paris and Chanel Stylo Yeux Waterproof Eyeliner #912 in Ardoise on the eyes, Chanel Joues Contraste #160 Innocence on the cheeks and Rouge Allure Velvet #50 La Romanesque on the lips.
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| FOTD with Chanel Les 4 Ombres #238 Tisse Paris & Rouge Allure Velvet #50 La Romanesque |
Now here is what I feel about Chanel Les 4 Ombres #238 Tisse Paris on me, which is rather a personal thing. I don't like this particular look with white and pinks. I like the pink looks when they have some purple touch to them, such as YSL's Love Palette. The white base or the white in this palette acts somehow against my skin tone. I can see this working on many skin tones though, especially if you like pastels. I have tried the other palette from the collection, Tisse Fantaisie and from the two my choice is clearly that Fantaisie.
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| FOTD with Chanel Les 4 Ombres #238 Tisse Paris & Rouge Allure Velvet #50 La Romanesque |
Final thoughts: Chanel Les 4 Ombres #238 Tisse Paris is a great smoky palette with a touch of pink. It is versatile since white and black can be used for a variety of look and the addition of pink makes it fun. The textures are au par with the new Chanel formulation from heaven, the sheen is very complex and lovely. On me though, I am not that much excited about the above look, maybe it is too nice and too feminine for my taste? I can't tell, but I am sure many will love it.
Chanel Spring is now available in the states, the collection will be available in Europe in January.
Do you like wearing pastel pinks or a smokey eye with a pink touch?
