I am not a morning person. I often hit the snooze button so many times that I’m left with 30 minutes to get ready (and not look like a zombie) for work. If I take 10 minutes for breakfast, 10 minutes to shower, and 5 minutes to get dressed, I can’t be bothered to put on some elaborate eye makeup. Meet Vasanti Micronized Silky Eyeshadow in Stockholm ($15), the perfect eyeshadow for a quick 5-minute face.
Vasanti Micronized Silky Eyeshadow in Stockholm
Vasanti Stockholm is a medium shimmery taupe. Whether you are obsessed with makeup or just beginning to get into it, you need a good taupe in your makeup bag. It is a universally flattering colour and a goof-proof way to polish up your look with just a single swipe on your lids.
Vasanti Micronized Silky Eyeshadow in Stockholm
If you are familiar with MAC Satin Taupe, Stockholm is like her fairer twin; these two taupes have the exact same undertones. On my medium skin, Stockholm is a my-lid-but-better colour. Paler peeps can wear this beautifully for a daytime, office-appropriate smoky eye.
Curious how Stockholm compares to other taupes? Here are swatches of all the taupes in my collection. Urban Decay Toasted is more pink. Like I said, MAC Satin Taupe is Stockholm’s tanorexic twin. MAC Smoke ‘n Diamonds (LE) is a lot more grey.
Swatches (from left): Urban Decay Toasted, MAC Satin Taupe, Vasanti Stockholm, MAC Smoke ‘n Diamonds
Today I wore Stockholm as a wash all over my lid. It has a really nice pigmentation and lasted all day without creasing. It is more than twice the size of a MAC eyeshadow (a whopping 3.2g / 0.11oz!), but actually costs a little less. 
All in all, this is such a fantastic value and is gonna be a staple in my makeup bag from now on.
Wearing Vasanti Micronized Silky Eyeshadow in Stockholm
Talkin’ about Taupe!
How do you feel about taupe? Do you have any favourites? Don’t you dare say you hate it, because then we can’t be friends anymore. I’m just kidding. Sort of.
Stockholm looks great on you, Arianne! I love the hint of violet along your lashlines, too : )
P.S. LOL, “tanorexic twin”?
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Thank you! I know you know that violet, Rae. Take your best shot.
I can’t help it. It was too easy, with alliteration no less! I’m so full of win today.
Love love it. We can still be friends. That is all.
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I thought of you when I saw this. It’s so you, Michelle!
ahh I love taupes forever! This one looks like the perfect, natural taupe on you. My favorite taupe is Shu Uemura ME Brown.
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Oooh shu uemura… I have a soft spot for the brand, too.
i <3 taupes. when i need to do some quick eyes, i use MUFEs aqua cream in 15/taupe. its so perfect.
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You know, I don’t own an Aqua Cream yet! Next time I’m at Sephora, it’s a must. Thanks!
It reminds me of Wet N Wild Nutty and Too Faced Sapphire Siren. Gorgeous everyday color! x
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WnW has a taupe? Must have a look, thanks!
Just gorgeous! I’ve always wondered about this line-I’ve seen it at Rexall. I must try something now!
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Oh man, you gotta check out their red lipstick called USA. The best red ever! I reviewed it here.
Love the colour! Do you know where I can get this in Toronto?
Some Shoppers Drug Mart and Rexall have it. Check the locations here: http://www.vasanticosmetics.com/stores