I am totally on board with all this dark, moody makeup for winter 09. Estee Lauder is set to launch their Blacker Than Black Collection in December (in the US) and their line is decidedly more demure and approachable than some others in this vein (MAC Style Black comes to mind). So if you are willing to go for this smoky, sexy look but prefer a more subtle approach, get thee to the Estee Lauder counter.
The cornerstone of any gothy black eye - mascara - is what gets the spotlight here. Six of Estee Lauder's most popular mascaras have been reformulated in "richer, more concentrated, more dramatic black shades." These intense jet black effects are meant to create a contrast that defines and frames the eyes in a sophisticated, alluring way.
A new signature eye shadow quad completed the collection - keep reading for pics and details.
The mascaras include Double Wear Zero-Smudge Lengthening Mascara, Sumptuous Bold Volume Lifting Mascara, Projectionist High Definition Volume Mascara, TurboLash All Effects Motion Mascara, MagnaScopic Maximum Volume Mascara and the More Than Mascara Moisture Binding Formula.
As for the Signature Eye Shadow Quad, it contains four "sultry, beautifully smoky shades" that appear to be different levels of gray instead of all-out black. The microfine powder is designed no to crease and to glide on smoothly, blending seamlessly for a flawless, long-lasting look.
To complete the look the line also includes Estée Lauder's Double Wear Stay-in-Place Eye Pencil in Onyx. It's all available in the US on EsteeLauder.com.