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June 18, 2012

Annabelle Aqua Queen Summer 2012 Collection


Being the bronzer freak that I am, I was incredibly excited when the new Annabelle's summer collection landed at my doorstep, containing one of the biggest bronzer I have ever seen! But let's not forget that very pretty eyeshadow palette though, that truly has something for everyone.


At first sight, I was afraid that Biggy Bronzing Powder in Caribbean Sun ($12.95 / 0.65 OZ) would look too shimmery once applied on my skin - I prefer my bronzers matte - but no, it gives me that perfect healthy glow that we are all longing after, especially in the summer. I have to be careful not to overdo it though because it can quickly turn my forehead in a disco ball - not pretty!


I seem to never be able to resist oversized bronzers, even though they are not the most convenient things to store or carry around in a purse. I like how the big compact contains five shades that can be worn alone or layered together - although I personally find it very hard to select only one or even just a few shades - creating the perfect mix for any skintone. All the shades are warm though so be careful not to turn yourself orange if you are a very fair skinned lady.

The Biggy Bronzing Powder goes amazingly smoothly on my skin and although it doesn't show up as nicely as I would have expected on my light skintone, I have been wearing it non-stop for the past few weeks. Also, why not add a mirror?


I can't say I'm a total fan of the Eyeshadow Palette in Hawaiian Hues ($12.95 / 0.33 OZ) because, even though I don't usually go for bright shades, I was disappointed by the lack of pigmentation of a couple of eyeshadows. The neutral shades are very buttery and showed up very well on my skin without primer -except the black - but that was not the case for the brighter ones that required a lot of buildup.

Hawaiian Hues in direct sunlight

I don't really like the packaging which looks a bit cheap in my opinion, although some may find it cute. Also, I don't really understand why all the eyeshadows are shimmer expect the matte black, that I have to use wet for it to properly show up. 

Simple EOTD created with the neutral shades of Hawaiian Hues

My favorite shade must be that stunning copper (third from the left)! I think the Eyeshadow Palette is a fun palette that would be great to carry around in your handbag to quickly change from day to night as it truly has everything you need - except, again, a mirror. Also, be sure to use a primer with the colorful shades.

Disclaimer: One or more products were sent to me for consideration to review. I am not affiliated with this company and the fact that the products were free absolutely does not influence my opinion. 

13 comments:

  1. Moi j'aime bien la palette! On fait tu des bonnes affaires au Québec?

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  2. Wow, your skin is completely flawless.. I'm so jealous! xxx

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  3. The bronzer looks great and the eyeshadows are lovely!

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  4. aww too bad about the eyeshadow!! I thought the packaging and colors were quiet cute but I hate to have to apply it 100 times to get any color !!

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  5. Those look gorgeous! I never tried this brand, is it in Canada only? XOXO

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  6. everything looks amazing i wish i had annabelle here in the us

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  7. oOoOO i love your eye makeup! its so beachy and bronzy. very gorgeous.

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  8. Pretty colours <3 The bronzer looks really nice!

    Love from the NaNa girls xoxo

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  9. wow! the eyeshadows are gorgeous!

    xx

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  10. J'aime trop le bronzer !!

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  11. I really love that eye look on you! Very pretty for summer :)

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  12. Wow that is a huge bronzer! What you don't like the disco ball look?! Is that not in style anymore?;)
    Your right the packaging is a bit cheap looking, the colors are pretty but not very pigmented =\

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