Today, let's take a look at Effeto Nudo (#04). If you want to know more about these new shadows and why they are unique, check out the coming attraction feature I published on September 24. If you would like to see the rest of the palettes I've featured to date, scroll down until you get to the first, #03.
Effeto Nudo (#04) offers "Armani's contemporary interpretation of the legendary Italian Claroscuro. A neutral bright beige highlights the lid with a stray beam of light, while the light matte and sandy taupe design the eye with Italian attitude. Specially designed for shaping the eye with shadows, the darker matte taupe warms up the finish with a touch of Mediterranean light. A rich tierra tone signs the magical painting."
Now, here's the real scoop. Every one of the shades in #04 is subtle and perfect for a natural look. I swatched each shade heavily with a sponge-tipped applicator and took my photos in full sun.
One thing I haven't mentioned in my prior features on the new Eyes to Kill Palettes is their amazingly long wear. I apply them early in the morning. When I get home from work, the colors on my eyelid look freshly applied. I'm impressed!
Finally, the eight palettes are available at Giorgio Armani Beauty's Web site. I have purchased my little collection of seven at both Saks Fifth Avenue and Neiman Marcus. Just in case you're wondering, you will not see the names of these palettes on the box or compact - only online.
Top photo courtesy of Giorgio Armani Beauty; other photos by Best Things in Beauty
This looks amazing the second down color is so pretty.
ReplyDeleteThat is a lovely colour grouping. I am very fair with dark blue eyes, so it might be suitable for me.
ReplyDeleteThank you for such detailed information about this shadow line.
Nida, the dove color is gorgeous. Depending on your skin color, it's either a fab base shade or light pastel shadow.
ReplyDeleteHi Maureen,
ReplyDeleteI'll be those dark blue eyes are gorgeous! This palette will look great on you.
This one is gorgeous! I was lucky enough to swatch some of the new palettes in person, and I feel like a few will be coming home with me soon.
ReplyDeleteWant! WANT!
ReplyDeleteWhich of the 8 did you not buy?
ReplyDeleteWhy don't they put the name/ ref number on the item itself???
ReplyDeleteEffete Nudo is such a classic set of colors. Based on swatch pictures, I was torn between Effete Nudo and Terra Siena. When I actually tried them at the counter, it was clear that Siena was the better match for my particular coloring. Nudo was just a tad too yellow based for me, but that is exactly what makes it so great for you blue eyed lovelies. See? Something for everyone :-) Armani's new collection really is special and I know I'll be going back for a few more. Not only are the colors so chic, but the quality of the shadows themselves is simply superb.
ReplyDeleteYeah I like the second one down too. So pretty!
ReplyDeleteWill you end up buying the 8th palette ? :) These have finally arrived in Scotland, needless to say there's a parcel on the way..... Anne
ReplyDeleteHi Martha,
ReplyDeleteYep. Gorgeous. You are going to love them!
Nemo, I saw Tim Quinn today. Tomorrow, I'm going to see which one he chooses to apply to me! :)
ReplyDeleteNemo, I did not buy the blue one.
ReplyDeleteHi Virginie,
ReplyDeleteI have no idea. It's just an Armani MO. Probably a disconnect between Italy and the U.S.
Agree, Eileen, they are superb. I was talking to Tim about them this afternoon. He loves having such great material to apply!
ReplyDeleteKaren, the dove is my fave shade in this one.
ReplyDeleteNope, Anne. I will show some willpower and let one go by. :)
ReplyDeleteTo borrow one of my favorite movie quotes = "You're killin' me Smalls!" I really would love to see some of these things IRL. I wish there was a way to narrow the search on the Armani website. Some of the stores it shows I know only carry fragrance - Ulta, Sephora.
ReplyDeleteThis quad is perfect for me. I enjoying nude colors so much because the are so easy to manage. On top of that they are always in style and elegant. I will be buying this quad with my next paycheck.
ReplyDeleteI like the coolness of #4.
ReplyDeleteThere is, Lov2read, but it's not obvious.
ReplyDeleteAre you near a NM, BG, or Saks?
Hi Giovanny,
ReplyDeletePerfect for me too! I hope you enjoy it. It's great for contouring too. Use a color - any color - to add a pop.
Hi Lucy, maybe that's why I love it so much. It's much cooler than the Armani photo makes it appear.
ReplyDeleteHi C-Girl! I'm a little late reading this post and I am trying to catch up...these palettes are all sooo gorgeous. If I had to pick one, I honestly wouldn't be able to make a decision. I love all of the ones you have swatched. Maybe I'll just buy a single eyeshadow. Knowing me, I'll love all of them, too!
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