Although I would like to show the new and extremely limited Giorgio Armani Runway Spring/Summer 2015 Palette to you already yesterday, I got too frustrated to write a product post and started writing a "rambling post" instead. When I stopped, it was over two pages of just text and nothing else of me talking about everything which is going on at the "back stage" of Color Me Loud. Afterwards I thought I would rather not push the publish button. I was really not sure how interesting it is for you to read my frustration of some of the companies valuing bloggers like make-up baggers or freebie hunters. I started as a make-up enthusiast to my journey with this blog. I have a full-time job which I like and I am in no ways thinking to make a business out of this. But once it gets really unfair or impolite like it did yesterday, it starts occupying my mind more than it should. I fear that I am loosing the spirit. Make-up gods save me!
Alright, back to the topic. I was at Stuttgart Breuninger and noticed a new tester of Giorgio Armani make-up lying around. I was waiting for these to launch but it was a really sneaky launch. Until I noticed it, it was already sold out! The representatives there know me since there has been times I left my whole wallet there *cough cough*. So they somehow managed to arrange one of the reserved pieces of nail polish and the palette for me. Today I would like to share my thoughts after using the palette yesterday.
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| Giorgio Armani Runway Spring/Summer 2015 Palette |
Giorgio Armani Runway Spring/Summer 2015 Palette is a two tier palette, similar to Orient Excess (reviewed here) for Holiday 2014. If you liked Orient Excess, you will probably like this one too. The concept is very similar but the shades are more shimmer and they are lighter, matching to the Spring theme. The palette comes in a pouch. It is made of a fabric which feels like a blend of silk. I am sure it is luxurious but since it is very delicate, it may end up looking old in no time because the threads are being pulled out by the friction caused by the top surface of the palette. I think the best idea is to use this pouch for another purpose, like storing your jewellery.
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| Giorgio Armani Runway Spring/Summer 2015 Palette |
Top lid is covered with a similar fabric. It is a nice idea but you have to be extra careful while applying make-up. Especially if you apply your foundation with your fingers and move to eye make-up afterwards, you should avoid touching the lid. I personally prefer plastic lid to this which I can clean afterwards.
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| Packaging of Giorgio Armani Runway Spring/Summer 2015 Palette |
First tier has a face powder. The surface is embossed with words "Armani Runway". The print doesn't go away directly after usage which is nice. If you look close, you will see sparse shimmer in the powder. Powder is a transparent setting powder and sparse shimmer is not noticeable when I apply this all over my face. I can't report if it has an oil control since I don't need one especially in winter time. All I can say is that it is very finely milled and light weight on the skin. It doesn't offer coverage but it manages not to look heavy even after a few layers. It also doesn't dry out my skin.
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| Tier 1: Giorgio Armani Runway Spring/Summer 2015 Palette |
Second layer has tree eye shadows and two applicators. The eye shadows on the left and right has shimmery to metallic finish. The one in the middle is a medium bronze with satin finish. The shade on the left is a gorgeous coppery rose gold. Although it looks very metallic in the swatches on the eyes it doesn't emphasize fine lines or doesn't crumble. All the shades are very finely milled. Right eye shadow is a very light silver with metallic finish. These do layer also well.
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| Tier 2: Giorgio Armani Runway Spring/Summer 2015 Palette |
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| Swatches of Tier 1 and 2: Giorgio Armani Runway Spring/Summer 2015 Palette |
The shades are beautiful but also very unspectacular, what I wouldn't expect from a "Runway" Collection. I find these beautiful for days I have to look polished but not overdone. I believe natural eye look lovers will love the shades.
I started by applying the middle shade on the crease which I blended over the crease using the face powder on tier #1. I then applied the left most shade, the beautiful rose gold, and found out it looks very low key on the eyes. I needed a little more glam so ended up layering the silver on the inner corner and blending towards the middle. This provided my eyes with a little more "light".
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| In-action: Giorgio Armani Runway Spring/Summer 2015 Palette |
Now although it doesn't look like "Runway" in any means, it is a lovely everyday look which I would wear while doing grocery shopping or going to a job interview. I paired this with MAC Ombre Blush in Ripe Peach (reviewed here) and Rouge d'Armani Sheers lipstick #314 in Delirium (reviewed here).
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| FOTD with Giorgio Armani Runway Spring/Summer 2015 Palette |
I haven't picked up the lipstick from the collection. It has very beautiful shimmer but the base is almost transparent so it would similar to the one I am wearing in the FOTD. I did however picked the nail polish. I will post a swatch of it soon at Instagram and I might update the post here but shortly I am very disappointed by it. It costs 30€ in Germany and it is almost the same as Armani Nail Lacquer #214 in Incense Velvet (reviewed here). It also has a matte finish and it is so close that on the nails it is impossible to differentiate them.
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| FOTD with Giorgio Armani Runway Spring/Summer 2015 Palette |
Here is one last look to the Giorgio Armani Runway Spring/Summer 2015 Palette. It sure is very beautiful and appropriate for those who like neutral looks. For those who were expecting some runway drama, I wouldn't recommend it. The very limited pieces always make me do some mistake. I was running late, would like to learn the price and think about it but when I saw that there was none left, I ended up buying it without thinking properly. I am not so much for light shimmery eye shadows and this palette was definitely not made for me. Nevertheless it is pretty. *sigh*
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| Giorgio Armani Runway Spring/Summer 2015 Palette |
Final thoughts: If you like shimmery light shades in neutral colors, something you can wear everyday for a polished look or pair with bold lips, you may want to check Giorgio Armani Runway Spring/Summer 2015 Palette out. If you are expecting some drama, more definition you can skip it happily and save $$$ with three digits.
Availability: It is very limited. I am hearing that it is released at only a few counters in Germany around 10 pieces at each. It might look similar in the states too so if you are eyeing it, better get your war paint on. Price? Never ask about it...
Do you like natural look on runway or should it be more about fun and drama?
Disclaimer: The product in this post is purchased by me.
