Finish: Matte / Blackened plum
When I first set out to write my review of Shadowy Lady, it was really awful. I hated this shade when I first started using it. True, it is difficult to blend and can apply splotchy, but there’s a trick to it – placement and a light hand. When used to define the crease and line the eyes, this is such an awesome shade and really adds a unique color to your look. When I want to apply it to the crease, I go for a fluffy crease brush like Sigma’s E45 or MAC’s #286, as they deposit the color in the ideal amount. If you apply too much to the crease with this color, it WILL BE a nightmare to blend away, so less is really more. I do particularly love this color when layered under Vellum (see Look #1) – it creates such a unique look. Shadowy Lady – you’re safe. From wanting to swap you away so quickly, I think I’ll keep ya.
Fara
I love look no. 3 gorgeous!
Zabrena
Me too! Just love that! And so simple to do! 🙂
Melissa
Is vellum permanent?
Zabrena
Hey! It once was, but MAC decided to discontinue it, as they do with all their unique shades and this one is no exception!
The closest dupe to it would be Urban Decay’s Asphyxia.
I was also able to find it on my favorite LE MAC site, although it’s double the price 🙁
http://beautygirl4makeup.com/MAC-Cosmetics-Pro-Pan-Palette-Refill-Eye-Shadow-Eyeshadow-VELLUM-P2171183.aspx
Melissa Raymond
32 dollars is a little much! It’s a beautiful color especially over shadowy lady but not worth that much to me! I just bought steamy and it’s pretty but it’s not as rich in color as I thought it would be! Do U have pics using it?
Zabrena
I agree – I think the most I ever spent on one eyeshadow was $45 and it was for Waternymph – which turned out to be a dupe for Steamy, just slightly more teal. Boy, was that a regretting purchase! No more spending like that for me!
LRW
Vellum is still available at free standing pro stores. Just call ahead to make sure they have it in stock.
you can also find many MAC items(as well as other items) at http://www.beautyencounter.com and http://www.allcosmeticswholesale.com
Zabrena
Thanks for that Lynn! (And for sending me that beautiful shade!) MUAH! 🙂
Nicole
Vellum is still available for pro members in a pan refill for 11.50 online. I was just able to add to my bag!!!
Zabrena
Thanks for adding that, Nicole! 🙂
Precious
My favorites are looks 5 and 7. Great job as always, Zabrena! 🙂
Zabrena
Thanks, Precious! 🙂
LRW
@Z..I knew you could work Vellum..you’ve got mad skills lady! MUAH back 😉
Brooke
Nice addition! Love to see what you come up with next…
I just wanted to let you know I finally ordered my set. I decided to order the big 15 count pan and got the little shadow fillers to go in it, that way I can add onto my collection.
I went with Naked Lunch (omg GORGEOUS), Phloof! for highlight (love this one), Sable (holy moly this is my new favorite), All That Glitters, and my ol’ tride and true Bronze. I’m going to put my Amber Lights and other favorites in it too whenever I become unlazy enough to heat up those stinkin’ pots and pick the glue off the back.
Thank you for your suggestions. You are awesome. Keep up the good work with the blog. You will hear from me again, I’m sure! 🙂
Zabrena
YAY! Good for you, Brooke!
LOL! That’s my issue with depotting – I wait until I get too many because I put it off, and keep putting it off 😉
I’m happy you’re enjoying the blog! Yours is hysterical, by the way. Very well done 🙂
Sabeen
Any substitute for mac starflash and coolheat frost do let me know if they are available
Rachel
I love #7. With hazel green eyes I tend to gravitate to purples, and it happens to be my absolute favorite color! Like #4 & #3 as well
LindsayCariad
Oooh! i love them all! i dont know which is my fav.-#2 or #6..!! This shade is just fabulous!!
marisol colon
Love love these looks!!!! Thank you soooo much! New member and thrilled to death I joined!!!!
My Eyeshadow Consultant
YAY! I’m so happy you’re enjoying, Marisol!
Thank you for becoming a member! 😀
Dana Goodson
I am so glad I found your site! I have your same complexion, dark red hair and blue eyes! I am also prepping for my first fitness comp and need help with stage makeup. The most common MAC eye rec is Shadowy Lady, usually with shroom. I love all of your above eyes! Trying to decide if one of these would work for me on stage. My suit is a med teal. What lip color is your fav with this color? Thanks for all your helpful info! I feel like I will become a eye color addict now. Never realized I could wear so many colors!