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I’ve been getting a lot of comments regarding my preference in my recent makeup acquisitions, like “Wow, you really love bright colors!” or “Only the brave souls can wear those!”. All too often, women are bright-colored eye shadows snob and they will stick to their neutrals for eternity. But colors can’t hurt you, darlings; and those vivid pops of hues is fun, fresh and will take your creativity and imagination to a higher notch if you just give them a chance.

Now if you’re game to dip a toe into the color-splashed pond, but aren’t sure where and how to start, then take a look on how I wear mine and maybe be inspired to try them as well. Plus, I have some tips to help you ease yourself into this trend…

*Please excuse my scaly lids and brows and uber-puffy eyes, they're side effects of my acne medication*

INNER CORNER POP

Pair a bright eye shadow with tamer shades. A subtle look using regular browns with a striking swatch of neon on the inner corner of the eyes is a less extreme but still fun way to work this trend.

DOUBLE LINER

The more playful might like to spice up their everyday eyeliner by adding another layer using colored eye shadow. Another simple look but with lots of attitude, purple is just perfect for brown peepers, don’t you agree?

BRIGHT COLOR SMOKEY EYE

For night out frolics or extra special occasions, why not rock a smokey eye? No challenge? How about a bright smokey eye? Show your fashion-forward side and your bold eyes will definitely take you to center stage!

Products used: CUICU Eye Shadows and K-Palette Eyeliner

More tips:

1.) You will not look like a clown or a drag queen if “less is more” is your motto. It’s easier to start out with a sheer wash and build to the full color unicorn-level that you desire. Because raping your eyelids with a cotton ball and starting over are no fun!

2.) The cardinal rule: if you’re going vivid, choose just one feature to focus on. When donning your eyes with a bright hue, keep everything else (cheeks and lips) less attention-getters. Or else… World War Paintball Edition!

3.) If shimmers just scream “too much” then downplay it and use matte shades, simple but effective!

See, there's nothing to be afraid of, colors don't bite! Those fears of looking tacky and overdone are just in your head. Can't wait to see the countless color combinations you'll be making in no time! ☺

xx, Kim

FIRST THOUGHTS: "Give me bright eye shadows or give me death!"

So I’m wondering, what on earth – or beyond it – would it take for me to bring to a halt my colorful makeup look obsession? I hope you’re not yet fed up because it looks like I’m in a black hole of multi-colored eye shadows… say hello to my new bad boys, CUICU Eye Shadows from KKCenterHk.

The three shades I own are #05 Turquoise, #15 Indigo Blue, #24 Peachblow. Each was housed in a black cardboard box that I was not fond of because it looks and feels cheap, like it was there just to protect the product then you have to throw it away once opened. But the packaging itself is a see-through, sleek and convenient container with an expiration date at the back. Good thing the inside makes up for the outside’s hiccup.

CUICU Flashing Diamond Eye Shadows are surprisingly huge! With 4cm diameter and 4.2g worth of product (MAC’s 1.5g while Sugarpill, which highly reminds me of CUICU, has 4g) AND for less than $5 per pan, who would oppose that they’re a great bang for your buck?

Nothing is pigmented until you swatch it. No matter how mad bright they seem in the pan, some are just deceiving, so be sure to have a second look. But these bad boys are not one of them, “what you see is what you get” is their mantra. They are seriously effin’ pigmented! Yeah, the cuss is necessary to emphasize the point. It’s insane how bright they are! Quality is amazing too, smooth texture that makes them easy to blend, and very minimal fall-out just on Peachblow. 

#05 Turquoise – matte seafoam that looks superb with just black eyeliner and mascara, perfect for playful days when you want just a little pop of color.

#15 Indigo Blue – matte royal blue that’s actually deeper than the pictures and the swatch.  My favorite blue to date.

#24 Peachblow – matte pinkish purple that fits my go-to looks this season. Purple smoky eyes, anyone?

After trying these CUICU Eye Shadows, I'll be more likely to explore more into their makeup range. Bright looks will start pouring in! LOL As if I've ever done something that's not bright for this blog. ☺ 

PRICE: $4.83 WHERE TO FIND: KKCenterHk

It's good to be back in Manille, how's your vacay? xx, Kim