This Saturday, I leave you with pictures of the new Urban Decay 15th Anniversary palette.
Urban Decay turns 15 by launching a palette with 15 new eyeshadow shades.
My first foray into Urban Decay was from Heathrow airport many years ago. Because the brand was so raved about online, I picked up a palette with something like 8 shades in a slim handy silver palette. It was quite small and could fit into your pocket. Heaven knows what it was called. I remember it cost £17 which was quite astronomical at the exchange rate then. Well, I hated it. It was glittery, there was fall out everywhere and the colour payoff was crap. I never looked at Urban Decay again, until the Naked palette came about.
I still don’t look at other Urban Decay palettes. For some reason, I find their quality different from that in the Naked palette. In the latter, the shadows tend to be softer and smoother. However, there is still a problem with fall out.
The super shiny surface is marred by my prints already!
So, why did I get the Urban Decay 15th Anniversary palette? <- yes that’s its wordy name. I have no idea 😛 I thought it was pretty, that it was a nice palette with a good mix of brights and neutrals and because something about the tackiness of the design attracted me LOL!
The palette comes nestled in a royal purple velveteen covered box. For some reason, when I saw all the photos online, I thought that the shadows sat within that velvet base and I was wondering how on earth it could be re-used as they say you can.
Turns out that the velvet base is just a “free gift with purchase”. The actual palette is metal based (as opposed to cardboard based ala Naked palette) with a very lovely cut out design along the sides of the cover.
I like the intricacy of the design very much. I do think the corners are a little sharp so its worth to be a little careful, and this palette is also quite big so it can be awkward. Not something dinky you can hold in your hand comfortably and definitely not something you can travel with. I’m not even sure how to store this one.
Here’s an idea of size. It isn’t all that small and as I have noted, it can be a bit awkward to hold in one hand. The highly polished surface of the cover is a fingerprint magnet so if the CSI needs to take any prints, they just have to ask the perpetrator to hold this palette and they’d have him bang to rights 😛
The whole palette is metal based, including the inside. So lift off the cover and this is what you get.
15 brand new never seen before eyeshadow colours in the Urban Decay collection. Part of the reason I bothered to indulge was because I noted that this palette is skewed towards being cool toned. The warmer shades in here are Deeper (bronze) and Junkshow (fuchsia) but the rest tend towards being cool which is how I like my colours 🙂
I also liked the juxtaposition of the bright shades between the neutral ones. It is unexpected and makes you think the palette is bright when in fact, bright colours only make up 1/3 of the palette. The rest are wearable neutral shades.
My eye has been drawn to Omen – a complex looking purple shade that looks duo chrome. I will love to see how that looks when swatched on my skin. Hopefully it does not make people go “How did you get that bruise?”
I just received this in the mail so I hope to get some swatches done soon, subject to light availability, energy levels and interest 😛 I was told by the girl at Sephora KLCC that this palette is reaching Malaysian shores in September (possibly 1st September) but the price is unknown. So if you are really keen on it, do check it out in store then as it is limited edition (naturally 😛 )
Paris B
Urban Decay 15th Anniversary Eyeshadow Palette is limited edition and was purchased by me from the UK for £37. Local availability is in September 2011 at Sephora and price is unknown for now.
Sue Lynn says
August 20, 2011 at 8:50 amI LOVE MINE TOO! <3 <3 <3
*omen is to dieeeeeee for! everybody seems to love it too*
ParisB says
August 20, 2011 at 12:18 pmOh yay! I haven’t swatched Omen yet so I’m not sure if its too bruise-y looking on my skin. But I hope not!
Denise says
August 20, 2011 at 9:46 amI’m torn! I want to get this, as it’s so pretty and LE, but I’m held back by the price! I’d have to think of shipping costs and whatnot. Can’t wait to see your swatches and review 🙂 Enjoy your gorg palette Paris!
ParisB says
August 20, 2011 at 12:19 pmYes I will have to say that this is going to end up being pricey at the end of the day. Its a lovely palette but I don’t think it a must have 🙂
Frances says
August 20, 2011 at 11:10 amI just cannot deal with Urban Decay palettes. Every one I’ve tried has been filled with glittery nastiness, and they persist in including that hellacious Midnight Cowboy e/s. Why? Why, UD? STOP TRYING TO MAKE FETCH HAPPEN.
Their singles are to die for, though. Freakshow is my ultimate smoky eye shade (deep dark purple).
ParisB says
August 20, 2011 at 12:21 pmHaha I know what you mean. I remember Midnight Cowboy and the mess it made and then there was Midnight Cowboy Rides Again which was even more glittery if thats even possible! Happy to know though that you found a shadow that works for you – I haven’t tried their singles (which I hear are awesome) because I have a thing for palettes 😀
Frances says
August 20, 2011 at 12:59 pmOh, their singles are gorgeous. I’ve personally found them to be much less glittery than the palettes, so if you find some good all-purpose shades (I have a golden peach and a rich brown) or a really standout shade (Woodstock!), I think they’re worth shelling out for.
I think I’d have adored the Naked palette, but since I’m quite dark-skinned, most of the shades showed up as skin-coloured shimmer.
ParisB says
August 20, 2011 at 2:52 pmThe glitteriness (or lack of) is what got me interested in the Naked palette – I think there are only 2 or 3 that are beyond saving in there 🙂 Sorry you can’t wear it for being too “naked” 😉 I’m going to see just how glittery (or not) this palette is 😉
xin says
August 20, 2011 at 1:10 pmAs pretty as it looks, I am not tempted *strong* and I shouldn’t be anyway. LOL one really bad thing is the bulk size of the palette
ParisB says
August 20, 2011 at 2:52 pmNo, you already have the Book of Shadows 3! 😀
Vesna says
August 20, 2011 at 3:05 pmI really like the packaging, it’s SO pretty. But, for some reason, I haven’t picked any of the UD palettes, I’m kinda a Too Faced girl 😀
I don’t think this one will be available in Croatia but would love to try it anyway 🙂
ParisB says
August 21, 2011 at 9:24 amUnlike you, I haven’t tried anything from Too Faced! 😀 Do you have a recommendation? We have a Too Faced counter here (finally)
Hanny says
August 20, 2011 at 5:15 pmEeeek! I want this! That being said, I saw the elusive Naked Palette when I was at Sephora Starhill just now. The feeling was like “whoosh” and I was instantly drawn to it, but I didn’t get it, heh heh. Am such a good girl.
ParisB says
August 21, 2011 at 9:25 amHaha that one’s a good palette for those seeking value for money and a host of neutral shades in a palette in warmer tones. I wish I’d realised that when I picked mine up 🙂
S says
August 20, 2011 at 5:31 pmI was really eyeing Omen too! Can’t wait to see swatches of it on you now lol! It’s still a no from him though so I might just bite the bullet and purchase it! :p
ParisB says
August 21, 2011 at 9:26 amOh darn 😛 Maybe he’ll get you something nicer 😉 I’ll try to get swatches up soon.
S says
August 21, 2011 at 9:43 amno hurry with the swatches! i can wait patiently… =p
Sam says
August 20, 2011 at 7:33 pmThis is gorgeous, I was drawn to Omen too. Like the fact that it’s metal too – could be a good option when travelling.
ParisB says
August 21, 2011 at 9:26 amIt might set off the metal detactors! LOL Imagine trying to explain this at the airport eh? “Its just an eyeshadow palette!”
Connie De Alwis says
August 20, 2011 at 7:50 pmThe packaging design is stunning but I’m not too sure bout the shades. More you definitely but I like my shadows warmer
ParisB says
August 21, 2011 at 9:27 amThere are a few shades in there I reckon you could pull off. But in the main, yes they are cooler and so definitely more me than you 🙂
lavender says
August 20, 2011 at 11:32 pmOh Paris,
Why must you make me drool? ha..ha.. anyway will wait for your swatches and review, perhaps a few EOTD. Interested to know the color payoff and whether too much fallout etc. Thanks.
ParisB says
August 21, 2011 at 9:28 amHere I”ll hand you a bib to wipe off the drool too 😉 I hope to get some swatches up. I have a really tight schedule so I’m not sure what I can do.
lyn says
August 21, 2011 at 9:43 amThe first time I saw it online, I knew I’d have to have it! From the swatches I’ve seen, Evidence looks like a really gorgeous shade. But you know what, once we start mixing and blending the colours on our lids, they won’t look so unique anymore 🙂 But I just love colours!
I used to own a couple of UD palettes many, many years ago too but the quality back then was quite terrible. They were mostly gritty with chunky glitter and had poor pigment. It was fine when I used it back then since I was a lot younger but it wasn’t something I reached for often.
ParisB says
August 21, 2011 at 9:47 amOh so you remember those awful awful UD palettes from the past! Never a faster way to throw me off a brand. I’m glad they’ve sort of improved as they go.
Marina(Makeup4All) says
August 21, 2011 at 11:55 pmIt looks pretty but I am not getting it this time. Both this one and the Vol. VI. But guess what?! I’ve got a Naked one recently.
ParisB says
August 22, 2011 at 10:54 amOh yay! I hope you like the Naked palette 😀 Its a good neutral palette and I think you’d absolutely rock it.
bluebutterfly says
August 22, 2011 at 9:18 amtotally agree on the midnight cowboy. it swatch beautifully on my hand, but i failed to notice the glitter. Imagine my horror when i wore it to work the next day! glitter all over my face and i look like some disco ball ;(
Initially i was eyeing on this baby, but i fall in love with chanel- ILLUSION D’OMBREILLUSION D’OMBRE. I bought both ILLUSOIRE83 and EMERVEILLÉ82.
Is perfect for me ! the texture, the color, ohlala….
I’m tempted to get EXPATANT now…
ParisB says
August 22, 2011 at 10:58 amI remember Midnight Cowboy. Hated it too! Glitter gets everywhere. Midnight Rodeo and Midnight 15 is a bit glittery too but the fall out is a little less (thank goodness!) I haven’t gone to check out the Chanel cream shadows. I’m in two minds about them, because I don’t use cream shadows very much and they can dry out. I just got a couple of Giorgio Armani ones which I like, so I might stick with those 🙂
beetrice says
August 22, 2011 at 11:36 amI love the look of Evidence and Deep End! :O those mixed would be quite awesome, you reckon? dammit, now I want to get this even if it’s just for the pretty box and those two colours…just hoping it doesn’t cost an arm and a leg! 😀
ParisB says
August 22, 2011 at 4:17 pmTo be honest, Evidence has disappointed me a little. It does not swatch as lovely as it looks in the pan although every other colour has worked very well. Still you’re right. They do make a gorgeous combination of colours and I just realised why you want this – its PURPLE! LOL!
nia says
September 3, 2011 at 12:22 amcuz of ur review, this became my MUST buy! lol!
i bought it locally at sephora KLCC today for 180myr which IMHO is superb pricing! i was tempted to get the naked palette too, but didn’t, if it was cheaper, i might hauled both! LOL
have yet to try it yet. still admiring the pristine finger-print-less condition 😀
ParisB says
September 4, 2011 at 3:04 pmOh RM180 is a good price indeed! I hope you like the colours and that you come up with a lot of good looks with it 🙂 p/s Naked is permanent so it can wait 😉