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Makeup in Aisle 3: An Urban Decay 15-Year Anniversary Palette Face of the Day

July 19th, 2011 by Karen 62 Comments

I’d forgotten I was out of contact lens solution when I got the urge to play with the new Urban Decay 15-Year Anniversary Palette last night, and I remembered just about the time I finished this look with blue, green, brown and gold.

So I went to Target, LOL! I felt a little crazy town cruising the store with gold glitter on my lower lash line — it’s probably a better look for da club than eye care on aisle three — and I’m pretty sure I startled the cashier, but whatcha gonna do? Sometimes you just need contact lens solution AND glitter. 🙂

urban decay 15-year anniversary eyeshadow collection



A breakdown of the look…

EYES
  • Urban Decay Eyeshadow in Chase on the inner lid
  • Urban Decay Eyeshadow in Evidence on the outer lid
  • Urban Decay Eyeshadow in Chase Deeper in the crease
  • Urban Decay Eyeshadow in Deep End in the outer crease
  • Urban Decay Cannonball Mascara on both the upper and lower lashes
CHEEKS
  • Urban Decan Afterglow Glide-On Cheek Tint in Quickie on the apples of the cheeks
LIPS
  • Urban Decay Lip Junkie Lipgloss in Crush on the lips
FACE
  • MAC Pro Longwear Concealer in NW30 beneath eyes
  • MAC Mineralize Satinfinish Foundation in NC42 all over the face
  • MAC Strobe Cream all over the face
  • MAC Studio Careblend Powder in Light Plus beneath the eyes
  • MAC Studio Careblend Powder in Medium Dark, also all over the face

Do you ever run errands wearing makeup looks you only intended to wear around the house? Sometimes I can’t help myself. If I like the way a look turns out, it seems like a shame not to take it outside, even if outside is just to Target or Trader Joe’s.

So how was your night? Did you watch anything good on TV?

Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict,

Karen

Makeup in Aisle 3: An Urban Decay 15-Year Anniversary Palette Face of the Day / Originally published July 19th, 2011

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  1. Alex says

    July 19th, 2011 at 9:46 am

    Is this out at Sephora yet?

    Reply
    • Karen says

      July 19th, 2011 at 2:04 pm

      Hi Alex,

      Not yet, at least online it isn’t.

      Reply
  2. dani@callitbeauty says

    July 19th, 2011 at 9:47 am

    LOVELY! i really like seeing the blue eyeshadow with the pink lips together =).

    also, i once gardened w/ full eye makeup on from a look i did on my blog… let’s just say i got some pretty interesting looks from my neighbours :p.

    Reply
    • Karen says

      July 19th, 2011 at 2:05 pm

      I bet you were the most stylish gardener on your street that day!

      What types of plants do you grow?

      Reply
  3. Eesha says

    July 19th, 2011 at 9:49 am

    I agree Karen, sometimes we just go crazy for ‘that’ glitter in life. I absolutely loved this look. We don’t have UD in India :(. But will try to replicate with whatever I have, I so loved it.

    Reply
    • Karen says

      July 19th, 2011 at 10:05 am

      Hi Eesha,

      UD’s expanded into lots of foreign markets in the last couple of years, so who knows — maybe they’ll show up in India!

      Reply
  4. Pernille says

    July 19th, 2011 at 9:50 am

    I think that is a beautiful look and not at all over the top for running errands in. A few days ago I did a very graphic and dark purple eye with an Armani eyes to kill shadow and then I had to go to the shop to get milk….the cashier asked me if I was off to a party – on sunday afternoon:-)

    Reply
    • Karen says

      July 19th, 2011 at 10:04 am

      Your eye look sounds gorgeous, Pernille!

      Reply
  5. laksh says

    July 19th, 2011 at 9:51 am

    Love your earrings! and that gold glitter sure looks great 🙂

    Reply
    • Karen says

      July 19th, 2011 at 10:03 am

      Thanks! Sometimes you need a little gold glitter. 🙂

      How’s your Tuesday going?

      Reply
  6. Kaitlin says

    July 19th, 2011 at 9:51 am

    I LOVE your earrings!! Where did you get them?

    Reply
    • Karen says

      July 19th, 2011 at 10:03 am

      Hi Kaitlin,

      I got them from Forever 21 a few months ago. 🙂

      Reply
  7. Faye says

    July 19th, 2011 at 9:58 am

    Love the blue and gold look you did with it!

    I bought the palette last week, and while I loved the colors, I was kind of put off by the packaging – bulky and tacky. It was a bit too, um, “bling-y” for me.

    Reply
    • Karen says

      July 19th, 2011 at 10:02 am

      Thanks, Faye!

      I figure the packaging is something you either love or don’t love. Even though it picks up fingerprints quickly, I don’t mind it so much. Too bad it isn’t more travel-friendly…

      What are your favorite colors from the palette?

      Reply
      • Faye says

        July 19th, 2011 at 10:16 am

        Yes, it’s a shame because I’m going away this week and I’d wanted to bring it with me, but it’s way too bulky.

        I really like Omen and Evidence.

        Reply
        • Karen says

          July 19th, 2011 at 2:06 pm

          I love, LOVE Omen, too! I think it looks great on the lid along with some false lashes.

          Where are you headed to?

          Reply
  8. Nina says

    July 19th, 2011 at 10:06 am

    love the look, Karen! and yes — glitter in our lifes = a necessity!

    Reply
    • Karen says

      July 19th, 2011 at 2:07 pm

      Thanks, Nina. 🙂 Have you ever worn the Urban Decay glitter liners? They are so much fun.

      Reply
      • Nina says

        July 19th, 2011 at 2:46 pm

        nope i dont think i have! 🙂

        i must check them out!

        Reply
  9. Larie says

    July 19th, 2011 at 10:25 am

    Your earrings are so cool!

    And I answered the door with a bare face and BRIGHT red lipstick (while wearing sweats) once a couple weeks ago…the door-to-door sales guy standing on the other side seemed very confused. But sometimes you just need to have fun! 😀 Rock that glitter in the aisles 🙂

    Reply
    • Karen says

      July 19th, 2011 at 2:08 pm

      Thanks, Larie. I got them a while back at Forever 21.

      And LOL… I’ve totally done the same thing with bright lipstick — both with red and pink.

      Reply
  10. Ruchita says

    July 19th, 2011 at 10:25 am

    Very pretty – I especially I like the blue shadow!

    I finally got around to watching True Blood last night. I liked it, but there were a lot of different storylines. I’m most interested in the ones with the witches and I’m curious to see what happens to Eric!

    Reply
    • Karen says

      July 19th, 2011 at 2:09 pm

      True, there was a lot going on. I’m liking this season more than last season so far, though. I hope they keep the momentum up!

      So what do you think of Jason and Jessica? I predict they’re going to have a thing.

      Reply
      • Ruchita says

        July 19th, 2011 at 7:01 pm

        I agree with you about Jason and Jessica. It’ll be interesting to see how that turns out. I hate waiting for Sunday to roll around for another new episode. I’m addicited! 🙂

        Reply
  11. Vonvon says

    July 19th, 2011 at 10:26 am

    Such eye look is not really OTT! I think it’s very pretty, and I have worn brighter eye makeup (sometimes) and gone out to do my grocery shopping. It’s usually after I have done a look for my blog.

    Reply
    • Karen says

      July 19th, 2011 at 2:10 pm

      How fun! I bet you’re a very stylish shopper, Vonvon.

      Reply
  12. Heidi says

    July 19th, 2011 at 11:10 am

    If I feel like a fun glittery look I’m never very concerned about where I’m going to be seen with it! This is a really pretty look.

    Reply
    • Karen says

      July 19th, 2011 at 2:11 pm

      Thanks, Heidi. Have you worn the UD glitter liners? They’re surprisingly quite wearable (and fun, too!).

      Reply
  13. gio says

    July 19th, 2011 at 11:11 am

    This is a beautiful look! That blue eyeshadow is really pretty.

    Reply
    • Karen says

      July 19th, 2011 at 2:11 pm

      Thanks, Gio!

      Reply
  14. Mary says

    July 19th, 2011 at 11:32 am

    Blue really is a great colour on you – really emphasizes your eyes!

    Reply
    • Karen says

      July 19th, 2011 at 2:12 pm

      Thanks, Mary. Blue eyeshadow is all sorts of fab for brown eyes. I wish I discovered it earlier (I only started wearing it in the last few years).

      Hope you’re having a lovely Tuesday!

      Reply
  15. karo says

    July 19th, 2011 at 11:36 am

    Lovely! 🙂
    And you look so beautiful!
    xoxo

    Reply
    • Karen says

      July 19th, 2011 at 2:13 pm

      Thanks, Karo. 🙂

      Reply
  16. Paigest says

    July 19th, 2011 at 11:40 am

    I really wish UD would restock this already!!!! 🙁 I wanna play too! Really Pretty Karen. I don’t think it looks like crazy town!!

    Caught up on True Blood last night sooo good! Seeing lots more of Alcide and Eric I have nooo problem with that!!! Also Drop Dead Diva. Love that show! Hey did you ever say which NARS Pam was wearing?

    Reply
    • Karen says

      July 19th, 2011 at 2:15 pm

      Oh, I totally forgot about Drop Dead Diva. My tivo is so flaky! It never seems to record the shows I actually want. Grr…

      As for Pam and her NARS, she uses Cruella Velvet Matte Lip Pencil in the show. 🙂

      Reply
  17. Jenn Staz says

    July 19th, 2011 at 11:49 am

    Wow – I love how evidence looks! I’m so hesitant to wear blue shadows, but this one is so classy. Great look!
    Nothing good on TV last night… just an old episode of Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew! 😀

    Reply
    • Karen says

      July 19th, 2011 at 2:17 pm

      Hi Jenn,

      You know, it took me a while to get on board with blue eyeshadow, but now I really, really love it. You should try it sometime! You never know. 🙂

      There doesn’t seem to be anything good on TV on the weeknights!

      Reply
  18. Amanda says

    July 19th, 2011 at 11:50 am

    Love the look. I was able to snag one on Ulta.com last Friday when it made a brief appearance. It’s supposed to be delivered tomorrow and I cannot wait to get it!

    Reply
    • Karen says

      July 19th, 2011 at 2:17 pm

      Hi Amanda,

      Lucky you! Please let me know what you think of it once you get it. There are so many pretty colors. 🙂

      Reply
  19. Trisha says

    July 19th, 2011 at 12:04 pm

    A face of the day! You definitely don’t do these enough.

    And you look awesome. Really good color combination.

    Reply
  20. Liz says

    July 19th, 2011 at 12:38 pm

    Karen, I LOVE your earrings! *___*

    Reply
    • Karen says

      July 19th, 2011 at 2:18 pm

      Thanks, Liz! 🙂 I got them from Forever 21 a few months ago. 🙂

      Happy Tuesday!

      Reply
  21. Chris25 says

    July 19th, 2011 at 12:38 pm

    I would wear rainbow eye makeup to school, so I am not afraid to wear crazy looks to the store. One time a drunk guy hung out of a bar window as I was passing by (with my UD Peace and Ransom eye makeup) and shouted at me “Too much makeup, ma!” I was like, whatever. 😛

    Reply
    • Karen says

      July 19th, 2011 at 2:19 pm

      Clearly that guy had one too many vodka and Redbulls, as I’m positive you looked beautiful. 🙂

      Reply
  22. Christine says

    July 19th, 2011 at 12:43 pm

    Ahem, this is all too familiar. Last week I had just got a box from Sephora and was excitedly trying all my new goodies out. After I had a bright blue eye, complete with hot pink cheeks and lips (a bit like what you have above, but not as tasteful and moderated :P), my Blackberry went off reminding me I had to go to work. Oops. Never scrubbed down my face so fast in my life, heehee.

    Reply
    • Karen says

      July 19th, 2011 at 2:20 pm

      LOL, Christine! What goodies did you get?

      Reply
  23. Shanice says

    July 19th, 2011 at 12:53 pm

    I love your technique! And I would have never thought to use blue and gold together. They create a very nice look. 🙂

    Reply
  24. jen. says

    July 19th, 2011 at 1:03 pm

    You can never go wrong with a little glitter in your life, even if it is to Target! Besides, I would much rather see people over-dressed than under-dressed when I’m out picking up my Cheez-its and Milkbones (for me and for Enzo, respectively). I love seeing people with nicely done makeup so I can sneak a peek and some inspiration for myself. 🙂

    Reply
    • Karen says

      July 19th, 2011 at 2:21 pm

      True, true. I do love seeing glammed-up folks at Target and TJ’s. It makes life a little more exciting.

      BTW, my old lab (RIP) loved Cheez-its…

      Big hugs to Enzo!

      Reply
  25. TJ says

    July 19th, 2011 at 1:23 pm

    I’m with Jen. I steal the good ideas for myself, so shop on!!!

    Reply
    • Karen says

      July 19th, 2011 at 2:24 pm

      Yes ma’am. 😀

      Reply
  26. Ashley says

    July 19th, 2011 at 2:27 pm

    Does anyone know when the Urban decay 15 year anniversary palette will be available in stores or when they will have more available on the web site. I’m driving myself crazy waiting to buy this.

    Reply
  27. heidi Werber says

    July 19th, 2011 at 3:07 pm

    gorgeous photos of you!

    Reply
  28. Wendy A. says

    July 19th, 2011 at 6:10 pm

    Hey Karen If I were to buy one palette which one would you recommend? The Naked palette or this because somehow this palette seems more versatile?
    Hugs.

    Reply
  29. Alina says

    July 19th, 2011 at 9:25 pm

    Urban Decay’s fall collection has left me speechless! It’s definitely something I am looking forward to! By the way, LOVE your earrings!!!!!

    Reply
  30. Makeup Morsels says

    July 19th, 2011 at 10:03 pm

    This is a really pretty look! I think it’s perfectly Aisle-3 appropriate xD Really love your earrings too.

    Reply
  31. Kim says

    July 20th, 2011 at 8:03 am

    Oh, I think you look glitterific! I feel oddly self-conscious just wearing colored liner or (gasp) lipstick, so I totally understand how, when you’re wearing out-of-the-ordinary-for-you makeup, it feel like everyone is giving you looks. This is pretty, though, and you can rock any look – even in aisle 3. 🙂

    Reply
  32. Kelly says

    July 20th, 2011 at 8:50 am

    I want this palette so badly!! I say glitter it up all the time! One day I may want to go with a subtle speckle of glitter here and there before I head out to the grocery store or decide to go all out with bold glittery lids.. Wear your glitter with pride and confidence!

    Reply
  33. Barb says

    July 20th, 2011 at 12:42 pm

    I almost always wear a full face of makeup, even on weekends! I’ve gone to little league baseball games with glitter on my eyes 🙂

    This palette looks so pretty. Might check this one out. Thanks!

    Reply
  34. Thepaigest says

    July 28th, 2011 at 11:51 am

    IT just came back in stock at Urban Decay online guys!!!!!!!!!!!!

    Reply
  35. Patricia says

    October 31st, 2011 at 3:38 pm

    Those colorful earrings are beautiful, do you mind telling me where they are from???? I looooove them and look gorgeous on you!

    Reply

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