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NARS Desdemona, Himalia Dual-Intensity Eyeshadow Swatches, Review & EOTD

June 19, 2014

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NARS is setting the Summer on fire with their upcoming release of the Dual-Intensity Eyeshadows. Shadows that are just as intense dry as they are wet. Luckily you’ll have twelve shades of said eye shadows to choose from, but really you should just buy them all (did I just spoil the ending?). The two shades that I have to share with you today are Desdemona and Himalia (but be ready for me to show you more once these officially launch)!

NARS Dual-Intensity Eyeshadow ReviewPackaging wise the colors are what we’re used to seeing with NARS products (black with white lettering), but they are smaller and completely square. On the top side is a small mirror while the bottom part is the eye shadow itself with a lined imprint. Sadly the imprinted design will disappear on first use.

NARS Dual-Intensity Eyeshadow packagingNARS Dual-Intensity Eyeshadow packaging backFrom the Press Release:

NARS Cosmetics introduces the new Dual-Intensity Eyeshadow. Double-down with the new dual-application formula – apply dry for a sheer, airbrush-like finish with a luminous sheen or apply with a dampened brush for high-impact and intense, opaque color. Twelve ready-to-wear and rebelliously romantic shades transform your look with a riveting range from delicate peach pink to fierce black orchid.
Using NARS’ specially designed wet/dry eyeshadow brush, the ultra-soft and luxurious shadow glides on smoothly and easily for precise application.

NARS Desdemona Dual-Intensity Eyeshadow Swatches ReviewDesdemona (rich shimmering burgundy)

NARS Himalia Dual-Intensity Eyeshadow Swatches ReviewHimalia (shimmering topaz)

NARS Desdemona Himalia Dual-Intensity Eyeshadow SwatchesI absolutely need MOAR SHADOWS from this line. Even dry the color payoff is fierce and I love how smooth and soft the formula is. These are obviously gorgeous when you apply them dry, but when you use them wet they deepen a shade and become slightly more metallic. When I wore these shades both wet and dry they lasted throughout the day without fading and creasing.

In the eye look below I used Himalia wet all over the lid and Desdemona wet at the outer V and through the crease, blending up. I used Himalia dry to blend out the crease and also under the lower lash line. The eye liner is NARS Carpates Eyeliner Stylo and the mascara is Too Faced Better Than Sex. I picked the mink lashes up at The Makeup Show this year from Flutter Lashes and they are the Ashlin set.

NARS Dual-Intensity Eyeshadow lookNARS Dual-Intensity Eyeshadow EOTDNARS Dual-Intensity Eyeshadows retail for $29.00 and will be available beginning July 1, 2014 at NARS boutiques and on narscosmetics.com.

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Also coming soon from NARS are some awesome items that are part of Summer Gifting 2014 and exclusive to Nordstrom!

NARS Cosmetics introduces three exciting new gifting items for Summer 2014. From cheeks to lips to nails, NARS exclusive sets of iconic color consume every thought, every look. Two limited edition lip/nail sets and one limited edition cheek palette heat up the season with color so rich and indulgent, fascination turns to fixation.

Uninhibited, $52 A trio of intrigue and seduction – Dolce Vita Lipstick, Lip Gloss and limited edition Nail Polish presented in a sleek black lacquered box.
Climax, $52 A fantasy of shocking pink in the legendary Schiap – featuring a Lipstick, limited edition Lip Gloss and Nail Polish housed in a matching pink, lacquered box.
Domination, $49 A rush of blush – delivering insatiable glamour for cheeks, this exclusive palette features three signature Blush shades (Orgasm, Laguna and Mistinguette) and Devotee Highlighting Blush.

NARS Summer 2014 Gifting Group Shot - US- jpegI wants the Domination, you guys!

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Comments

  1. Noelle says

    June 23, 2014 at 12:50 pm

    Your eye look is stunning and I’m totally with you. Domination will be mine! 🙂
    Noelle recently posted..Mascara Monday | Tarte Lights, Camera, Lashes!My Profile

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    • Brooke says

      June 23, 2014 at 12:58 pm

      Thank you!!!

      Reply
  2. Ashley says

    June 22, 2014 at 1:39 pm

    These look fabulous on you. And we are both in the same boat, I need MOAR too! =)
    Ashley recently posted..Ipsy June 2014 Glam BagMy Profile

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    • Brooke says

      June 22, 2014 at 4:38 pm

      Thank you!!

      Reply
  3. Lisa Heath says

    June 20, 2014 at 3:23 pm

    I NEED Desdemona!

    Reply
  4. Carleen says

    June 20, 2014 at 11:24 am

    I love these new shadows. I got 4 of them at The Makeup Show.
    Carleen recently posted..Maybelline The Nudes Swatches and ReviewMy Profile

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    • Brooke says

      June 20, 2014 at 1:48 pm

      I wish they’d have had them in NYC!

      Reply
  5. Anastasia says

    June 20, 2014 at 8:44 am

    I wouldn’t have picked up Desdemona if I saw it at the store, but you totally sold it to me. Gorgeous!
    Anastasia recently posted..Le Metier de Beaute Beauty Vault VIP June 2014 Review, PicturesMy Profile

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    • Brooke says

      June 20, 2014 at 9:22 am

      YAY! Thank you!

      Reply
  6. Honeygirlk says

    June 20, 2014 at 5:15 am

    I really like Himalia… it’s oober pretty. I love your eye looks too.
    Honeygirlk recently posted..Pure and Essential Minerals Morocco Argan Oil Restorative Hair Treatment MaskMy Profile

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    • Brooke says

      June 20, 2014 at 9:22 am

      Thank you!

      Reply
  7. Leelo R says

    June 20, 2014 at 2:54 am

    Gorgeous shades!
    Leelo R recently posted..Summer Time Nail Art Challenge: SunsetsMy Profile

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  8. Sheila says

    June 20, 2014 at 2:02 am

    I love the look you came up with!
    Sheila recently posted..Dermaflage Will Cover Facial Scars In A SnapMy Profile

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    • Brooke says

      June 20, 2014 at 9:21 am

      Thank you, Sheila!

      Reply
  9. Gauri says

    June 20, 2014 at 1:51 am

    The eye look is so pretty!!! 🙂
    Gauri recently posted..Current Lipstick LoveMy Profile

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    • Brooke says

      June 20, 2014 at 9:21 am

      Thank you, Gauri!

      Reply
  10. Nidia - Lit From Within says

    June 20, 2014 at 1:03 am

    Gorgeous look! Wow.
    Nidia – Lit From Within recently posted..A Different Kind of Summer SunsetMy Profile

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    • Brooke says

      June 20, 2014 at 9:21 am

      Thank you, Nidia!

      Reply
  11. Miranda says

    June 20, 2014 at 12:58 am

    They’re so pretty together.
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  12. Justina says

    June 20, 2014 at 12:47 am

    So absolutely gorgeous!
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  13. Ange says

    June 20, 2014 at 12:40 am

    This looks amazing on you!!!!
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    • Brooke says

      June 20, 2014 at 9:21 am

      Thank you!

      Reply
  14. Cosmetics Aficionado says

    June 20, 2014 at 12:09 am

    These look amazing wet! Loving the burgundy shade
    Cosmetics Aficionado recently posted..FOTD: Warm Neutrals With Too Faced, Pixi, and MilaniMy Profile

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    • Brooke says

      June 20, 2014 at 9:21 am

      Desdemona would look phenomenal on you!

      Reply
  15. Allison says

    June 20, 2014 at 12:02 am

    What a gorgeous eye you created! Fabulous! And I want that Domination palette too
    Allison recently posted..Inexpensive Way To Dry Makeup Brushes: Artist’s Loft Drying RackMy Profile

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    • Brooke says

      June 20, 2014 at 9:20 am

      Thank you!

      Reply
  16. MarciaF (beauty info zone) says

    June 19, 2014 at 11:34 pm

    Doesn’t anyone care about my lack of money? I want!!
    MarciaF (beauty info zone) recently posted..Get a rosy glow with Lipstick Queen Look of LoveMy Profile

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    • Brooke says

      June 20, 2014 at 9:20 am

      nope lol

      Reply
  17. Laura My Newest Addiction says

    June 19, 2014 at 10:34 pm

    LOVE LOVE LOVE these shadows! I want Himalia!!!! You need Callisto next!
    Laura My Newest Addiction recently posted..Joules Evedon in NavyMy Profile

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    • Brooke says

      June 20, 2014 at 9:20 am

      On it!

      Reply
  18. jbrobeck says

    June 19, 2014 at 9:35 pm

    I have used mine several times and the design still looks pretty!
    jbrobeck recently posted..Throwback Thursday – Old School China Glaze (aka Old Formula)My Profile

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    • Brooke says

      June 20, 2014 at 9:20 am

      Maybe because I used mine wet? =\ The half I used is totally gone. Once I saw that I didn’t use the half that was still in tact because it’s so pretty!

      Reply
  19. Phyrra says

    June 19, 2014 at 8:46 pm

    I LOVE your look with the shadows!
    Phyrra recently posted..NARS Dual Intensity Eyeshadow ReviewMy Profile

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    • Brooke says

      June 20, 2014 at 9:19 am

      Thank you!

      Reply
  20. Cindi says

    June 19, 2014 at 8:35 pm

    Ooh that Domination shall be mine. And quite possibly those 2 shadows too! I have never used Nars products but I can see that I need them. I love the eye look you created. I have a birthday coming up this summer and may just need them all!

    Reply
    • Brooke says

      June 20, 2014 at 9:19 am

      Thank you, Cindi! Yes, NARS is definitely an awesome bday gift!

      Reply

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