FOTD - Rivoli

I have been reaching for the Chanel Les 4 Ombres Tissé Rivoli (reviewed) quite often, but that is usually for the deep metallic taupe shade which is my favorite. I thought I should show some love for the other colors, too - especially the warm copper, plus I remembered I had Chanel Rouge Coco Rivoli (reviewed) as well.
A quick "Rivoli" face was in order.

FOTD - "Rivoli"

[Base]

Since this is a look with dramatic color contrasts, I wanted a clean yet light base.

I prepped my face with Koh Gen Do "Maifanshi" Yellow Makeup Cover Base then applied Diorskin Nude Compact using the Real Technique Expert Face Brush. The makeup base easily counters the ruddiness on my cheeks and provides a better canvas for the next step. I am thoroughly impressed!

[Cheeks]

I initially didn't want to use any blush but I looked maybe too pale, so decided to add just a hint of pink. Bareminerals Blush Sorbet did it perfectly.

[Eyes]

I based my lids with L'Oreal Voluminous Smoldering Liner in Black first, and

1) applied the warm copper shade all over the lids blending with the black base,

2) blended even more using the ivory concentrating on the harsh edges and the inner corner of the eyes,

3) added the matte reddish brown on the lower lash lines, and finished with a mascara.

Thanks to the black base (I only followed Ms. Chanel's advice!), the overall tone is not too warm. 

I like how soft and defining it looks and I think I will try this combo with other bright lip colors, too.

[Lips]

Chanel Rouge Coco Rivoli is a light hearted vampy red, but it is not always easy for me to pull off since the slight brown undertone could look a bit aging on me. 

I did not want Rivoli to look harsh, so first I prepped my lips with emollient lip balm and blotted lightly, then applied 2 coats from the bullet and blended with my finger.

This way, I can avoid looking "too done", and the color surprisingly lasts longer leaving a very pretty stain behind.

[Nails]

Not the exact same color, but Essie Berry Naughty is nicely corresponding to Chanel Rivoli.

Here is another overall look.

It looks nothing like the first picture, right?

I'm still puzzled with how my camera works. Same camera with same setting, but this one was taken under indirect natural lighting. I guess nothing beats the sun since the skin tone looks clearer and more youthful. 

Unfortunately it is not color-accurate (see the lip color is completely mattified and lightend?), so I will suck it up and keep using the studio lighting. ;-/

Hope you enjoyed this look.

I haven't been really inspired to do a look post lately although I usually include one in my review posts. 

This was fun, though! And I need more inspirations. 

Any suggestions? 

Makeup Items Used For This Look

Koh Gen Do Makeup Color Base (Yellow)
Dior Diorskin Nude Compact (Ivory)
Chanel Les 4 Ombres (Tissé Rivoli)
Bareminerals Blush (Sorbet)
Chanel Rouge Coco (Rivoli)
L'Oreal Voluminous Smoldering Liner (Black)
L'Oreal Voluminous Waterproof Mascara (Black)


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