Sexy Smoldering Smokey Eye with Vasanti Forbidden City Duo

Here's look number two from my Vasanti blog series.

There's nothing more sexy - or easier - than a simple smokey eye.  Mission accomplished with this new duo.  One side is a sparkling black shade while the other is a matte black.  With a few swipes of shadow, some liner and mascara, this is one of the easiest looks ever! The shadows are very pigmented and easy to blend. I paired it with a soft pink lip in Pretty Poland.

Follow the steps on the blog here to get details on how I did makeup.

"Get The Look" with Vasanti Cosmetics: VEGAS STRIP

Not too long ago I was contacted by one of the owners of Vasanti Cosmetics, a Canadian company that I already knew a little about, having tried a few of their products a while back. I was impressed enough to know I would be interested in what she was about to propose.

A series of looks based on their new eyeshadow duos, that I would create with instructions on how to get the look, that would get shared on their website. Cool, right? That's what I thought!

So within a few days I received a package of cosmetics from Vasanti, and everything about these goodies, from the sleek, simple, sturdy packaging, to the beautiful tones and textures made me giddy-happy.  You know the feeling girls; swatching and swooning.

I decided the first look I would do would be with the Vegas Strip duo.  The purple shade happens to be the Pantone Colour of the Year for 2014, Radiant Orchid. I loved working with this duo and the shades coordinated perfectly with Sweden lipstick and Kajal Extreme eyeliner in Purple Gem.  I'll be wearing this look again soon!

Purple is such a flattering colour for almost anyone, so give it a try!

Click here for the complete list of products and instructions to rock this look.