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Kat Von D True Romance Eyeshadow Palette - Beethoven
What it is:A palette of eight eye shadow colors from tattoo-artist Kat Von D.What it does:A smoky eye adds an instant air of mystery—create your own with the True Romance Eye shadow Palette. Designed by reality television star Kat Von D especially for Sephora, this artistic spectrum of shades brings an edgy-glam creativity to your makeup. The sleek black eye shadow palette is stenciled with silver roses and arrives packaged in a silk-screened black and silver box that is itself a work of art—and inspired by Kat's favorite tattoo.What else you need to know:The Beethoven palette contains the shades:- Lucifer (matte charcoal black)- Speed Blue (dark metalic blue)- Razor Gray (warm gun steel shimmer)- Tequila (metallic cornsilk shimmer)- Galeano (metallic medium plum shimmer) - Sinner (metallic purple black shimmer)- Rad Purple (matte purple black with purple glitter)- Leather (matte dark brown) - Two doubled-ended applicator brushesSize: 8 x 0.05 ozSephora is the exclusive beauty retailer for this product.
Questions & Answers for Kat Von D True Romance Eyeshadow Palette - Beethoven
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Will this palette work with blue eyes?
I have (very) dark blue/grey eyes. I know that browns and earth tones go best with blue, but I'm not sure about blue shadows with blue eyes. I love the colours on this palette but I don't know if it will suit me. Any other blue eyes out there know if it works?
asked 4 years, 6 months ago on True Romance Eyeshadow Palette - Beethoven
Tavaril
6 answers
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answer 1
I have dark blue/grey eyes too!! I have this palette and LOVE it! I used the blues the other day and did a dark smokey blue look, and it brought out the blue in my eyes even more, so i deff reccommend this palette for you!
answered 4 years, 1 month ago
nikup
(Boston, Ma)
answer 2
as a blue eyed gal, i was torn between Beethoven and Ludwig. i chose the Beethoven and i am so glad i did. purples are beautiful with blue eyes, and are a great change from the normal gray or brown smokey eye i have been sticking to. there is only one blue shadow in the palette, and i have been using it to add a pop of color as a liner on my lower lash line. blue eyed girls will LOVE beethoven; dont be afraid!
answered 4 years, 4 months ago
smashfox
(Grand Rapids, MI)
answer 3
This would look awesome with any eye color. Dont be afraid to go bold with your blue eyes. I would use the silver over the whole lid and the blue in the crease. Other than that I would avoid using the blue. You should be fine using the rest of the colors any way you want.
answered 4 years, 5 months ago
lisal
(Nauvoo, IL)
answer 4
if you have blue eyes, I would avoid blue shadows because of it being all one color. You might want to go for the Ludwig palette, there are greens and golden bronze colors that will help make your eyes pop.
answered 4 years, 6 months ago
tattoogoddezz
(Jersey Shore, NJ)
answer 5
Hi Blue Eyes
Just wanted to offer a girlie suggestion in regard to your question about the blue-on-blue factor. I was a make-up artist for years and found ways to incorporate any eye color into the palette. If you use the blues as an accent color or partial lining color, you will do fine. You are so right about browns/camels being good for blue eyes. Purples are great too...
I hope the answer helps you just a little! Good luck with the shadows and have a great day!
Just wanted to offer a girlie suggestion in regard to your question about the blue-on-blue factor. I was a make-up artist for years and found ways to incorporate any eye color into the palette. If you use the blues as an accent color or partial lining color, you will do fine. You are so right about browns/camels being good for blue eyes. Purples are great too...
I hope the answer helps you just a little! Good luck with the shadows and have a great day!
answered 4 years, 6 months ago
pjw14
(Cincinnati, Ohio)
answer 6
Do you have the Ludwig palette already? The bronze tones are really great with blue eyes. I use every color in Ludwig, and all but Rad purple and speed blue in Beethoven. Rad p and Spd b might be ok, just have always avoided blue shadows - not the look I like.
answered 4 years, 6 months ago
Twinco
(ROSEVILLE, ca)
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Which Kat Von D eyeshadow palette works best with dk brn eyes
Would this one work the best with drk brwn eyes, (I'm mainly asking about the blue....), because I've noticed that a blue/green tone either works or it doesn't. Is this better choice than a palette with greens?
asked 3 years, 7 months ago on True Romance Eyeshadow Palette - Beethoven
BriteYelloHotti
6 answers
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answer 1
I honestly like blue shadows and purples with my Blue eyes. My eyes change color from a grayish blue to a deep blue and to a green. Mainly they staytrue blue though. I like the shade of blue and purple in this set and the black is deep too. However like the review I gave, you need to buy the setting spray that she has because I cannot get the color to stay on my lids and I used primer and my skin is not at all oily. But otherwise I love this for my eyes. I used the dark blue in this with this neon blue from the dollar general lol but it makes my eyes pop with color and you really notice how blue my eyes are.
answered 5 months, 2 weeks ago
Mandykat
(Sarasota, FL)
answer 2
I have both of the Ludwig and Beethoven palettes and I also have brown eyes. I wouldn't say that either is made especially for a type of eyes, But you can make so many different looks with both, but I think Beethoven might be better to make brown pop, they usually do say purple is best for brown eyes.
answered 1 year, 1 month ago
c0c0abutt3r
(Los Angeles, CA)
answer 3
I have dark brown eyes and I don't find any problems with using the blue. It can be used either subtly or more dramatically, so you can definitely play around to see what works for you. If you are thinking about a green palette, well then it just comes down to personal preference. The blue won't do a disservice to your eyes, and brown eyes look good in mostly anything!
answered 1 year, 4 months ago
pengwin
(Chicago, IL)
answer 4
I think so. If you want your brown eyes to look more vividly brown, go with blues. If you want your brown eyes to look more green, go with reds, maroons, plums.
answered 1 year, 4 months ago
quesoluvr
(Bethlehem, PA)
answer 5
this one! I have dark brown/black eyes and the purples and the navy blue look gorgeous with brown eyes :) dark jewel tones are just gorgeous on girls like us.
answered 3 years, 7 months ago
ohmymod
answer 6
Kat Von D has gorgeous dark brown eyes, and wears a lot of purples, silver, grey and black. Good luck, you will love her shadows!
answered 3 years, 7 months ago
idiotcomputer
(Fort Worth, TX.)
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Do the KVD shadow sets emphasize fine lines?
The colors of these sets look lovely and the reviews are great. But, they seem to contain alot of metallic and shimmery shades. I'm wondering if the shades emphasize or highlight fine lines. My skin is actually in lovely shape and I don't have many lines. But, there are some shades/lines of make up that just seem to find them! That's not a look that I want! I'd love to hear from those of you in my age bracket who have experience with this line of eye make up. By the way, I'm a forty six year old. Thanks in advance for your help.
asked 3 years, 6 months ago on True Romance Eyeshadow Palette - Beethoven
mtsnow
(Wilmington, VT)
6 answers
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answer 1
Hi, I'm 41 and these colors are rich but soft. Not overly shimmery and don't enhance any lines/eye wrinkles. Just nice and pretty with a soft sheen. Don't be afraid to try these; I think you'll be really pleased.
answered 1 year, 2 months ago
deborahlr
(Silver Spring, MD)
answer 2
I'm not in your age group, but some of these colors are pretty shimmery and I could definitely see them highlighting fine lines, so that could be something to consider when buying. The matte shades might crease a bit too, but if you use a primer it's nothing to worry about.
answered 1 year, 4 months ago
pengwin
(Chicago, IL)
answer 3
I find that the colors are highly-pigmented and don't draw attention to lines at all. the colors are rich, and the sparkly shades aren't *too* sparkly.. they add just the right amount of shimmer.
answered 1 year, 4 months ago
erinenigma
(Lafayette, LA)
answer 4
Actually do to the dry formulation of matte shades, they tend to make crepey lids look like raisons. A little bit of shimmer is a good thing. Keep it from just above the crease and down to the lash line. I would not go above the crease line much with it. Try it, I think you will be surprised. No they do not really emphasize any more than others. I personally like UD and tarte, even the new be palette shadows are quite nice on aging lids (who is not aging though). Look for brands that use skin care ingredients in their makeup. Could not hurt right?
answered 1 year, 4 months ago
quesoluvr
(Bethlehem, PA)
answer 5
The formula of the eyeshadows are so silky and blendable that people with fine lines and wrinkles would be able to use it.
answered 3 years, 1 month ago
volpe2b
(Turnersville, NJ)
answer 6
Well, I haven't had any problems with these colors setting into my creases, but I have had that problem in the past. I don't know if you use it, but if you don't, I'd reccomend the Urban Decay Primer Potion. You put it on before you put on shadow and it prevents shadow from creasing. It is an amazing product, and ever since I have started using it I havent had a problem with creasing - even with cream shadows, which are notorious for creasing.
answered 3 years, 6 months ago
nienhulm
(Zeeland, MI)
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what colors should I buy?
my daughter has fair skin, and hazel eyes
asked 3 years, 5 months ago on True Romance Eyeshadow Palette - Beethoven
uuuuuuuuugg
(gilbert az)
6 answers
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answer 1
I would suggest "true romance". It has lighter greens and brown neutrals that are perfect for greenish eyes and fair skin.
answered 2 years, 1 month ago
michot
(Philadelphia, PA)
answer 2
I would recommend a different Kat von D palette, Ludwig. The greens and browns in that one would look great with hazel eyes, and it's possible to do a really daytime, toned-down look as well as something party-appropriate. Nice mom: I'd love it if my mom gave me Sephora makeup, and I'm 39!
answered 2 years, 1 month ago
knitrose
(Bay Area, CA)
answer 3
I would get her the Ludwig pallet. I have similar skin/eye color and have purchased both the Ludwig and the True Love sets. I think that both pallets are really pretty but the Ludwig pallet seems to work better with my skin tone for everyday wear. I use the True Love set for my evenings out- they are more dramatic and make my green eyes really POP but they are a bit too much for day wear.
answered 2 years, 4 months ago
kelle7517
(Charlotte, NC)
answer 4
My sister also has fair skin and hazel to green eyes depending on the season. Hazel eyes go best with their opposites, like any other eye color. Plums, purples, navies, and yellow undertones will look the best. But don't let that limit you in the selection of colors if mixed and balanced correctly your daughter should be able to pull off any color.
answered 2 years, 8 months ago
abbycv
(Merrimac MA)
answer 5
I would reccommend the Ludwig palette, since Beethoven has too many dark colors, which would look harsh of fair-toned skin. Greens will bring out the inner tones in her skin color, giving off a natural glow to her face. I hope this helps.
answered 3 years, 5 months ago
Teen4Life
(Jersey City, NJ)
answer 6
Hi...Ludwig (natural for her) and Bethoven(for night time or play with colors)
answered 3 years, 5 months ago
jca123
(vallejo,ca)
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How does it compare to UD eyeshadows?
i am a fan of urban decay eyeshadows... just wondering how this palette compares -- is it as pigmented? thanks!
asked 3 years, 1 month ago on True Romance Eyeshadow Palette - Beethoven
Anonymous
(NJ)
6 answers
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answer 1
I actually like this palette a lot more than my ammo palette from Urban Decay. They are just as pigmented as Urban Decay.
answered 2 years, 5 months ago
hanxsolo
answer 2
Personally I prefer Urban Decay - The colors in this pallet seem more crumbly, drier almost and not as creamy as UD. Still it is a decent set and nice and portable.
answered 2 years, 5 months ago
heidikat
(Surrey, BC)
answer 3
These palettes are just as pigmented and vibrant as Urban Decay. I am also a fan of Urban Decay and use both of these brands together often. Primer is a must however. These shades are great, but I use the Primer Potion (of course) to give them that extra pop.
answered 2 years, 7 months ago
juliestar
(PA)
answer 4
I to am a fan of the urban decay shadows especially the ammo palette! The Beethoven palette is a little more toned down when it comes to the actual colors but is the same pigmentation value as the urban decay. (some of them are even a little bit better) Personally I think that the Kat Von D line is a little more affordable and a lot easier to travel with. I really recommend buying and experimenting with at least one palette.
answered 2 years, 8 months ago
abbycv
(Merrimac MA)
answer 5
I use both Kat von D and Urban Decay. Both are extremely pigmented and last well, and both have gorgeous colors. If I had to pick just one brand, I would choose Kat von D's because of the extra silkiness and the fact that many of her shades are more flattering on the eye. I feel her shades are easier to apply and get special effects with also. I don't use my Urban Decay quite as much now that I have her palettes. If you're a real eye make-up maven, I think you'll be happy with Kat's shadows.
answered 2 years, 10 months ago
Pammy
(Dayton, OH)
answer 6
Yes, I think they are just as pigmented as Urban Decay
answered 3 years, 1 month ago
volpe2b
(Turnersville, NJ)
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I have Green eyes, fair skin and dark hair. Which palette would be the best for me?
asked 2 years, 8 months ago on True Romance Eyeshadow Palette - Beethoven
caitlove
(Grande Prairie, AB)
6 answers
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answer 1
All of these palettes are very versatile and could work with any eye/hair color, and skin tone. They all also work for creating dramatic or not so dramatic looks. If you're a bit scared to jump right in with the purples, and richer colors I would suggest trying the Ludwig palette. It has wonderful shades of green and browns that you can mix together to create a look to make your green eyes pop. They are also subtle enough if you want a more demure look, but are also vibrant enough to give you that little extra pow if you're looking for something a bit more edgy. Hope this helps, good luck!
answered 2 years, 7 months ago
juliestar
(PA)
answer 2
The Beethoven palette would be best. Though with your coloring you could wear any of them. Happy eyelash batting!!
answered 2 years, 7 months ago
danado2
(Manhattan Beach, CA)
answer 3
I think Ludwig might be best. Check it out.
answered 2 years, 7 months ago
rnsweetmelissa
(Providence RI)
answer 4
I would say the Ludwig palette since it has neutral colors and it would bring out the color of your eyes.
answered 2 years, 7 months ago
Anonymous
(Southern California)
answer 5
Ludwig would be the best palet for your eye and skin color.
answered 2 years, 8 months ago
LASephoraholic
(Houma)
answer 6
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answered 2 years, 8 months ago
1877SEPHORA
(San Francisco, CA)
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Muted blue possible from palette?
I bought this palette because I liked many of the colors in it. I do realize that the blue and one purple are quite dark is it possible to mute them for work? Also bought the Ludwig palette as well. Thanks.
asked 2 years, 8 months ago on True Romance Eyeshadow Palette - Beethoven
amycishere
(Nokomis, FL)
6 answers
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answer 1
Hi! I recommend starting with a small amount on your brush. Don't use the brush that came with the kit for blending, it works best as just an eyeliner brush. Get a good brush and add a little to it at a time. One swipe or two will do. Tap off the excess shadow, and just build up. You can use the color Tequila to blend with the blue to keep it light as well. Hope this helps, and good luck!
answered 2 years, 7 months ago
juliestar
(PA)
answer 2
Yes! Mix the Blue with the Tequila and some of your face powder. Use a sponge tip applicator and mix on top of your hand until you get the desired color/effect.
answered 2 years, 7 months ago
danado2
(Manhattan Beach, CA)
answer 3
I had fun blending the speed blue with the razor gray to soften and brighten its deepness. I also pulled a bit of the highlighter color, tequila into the speed blue to soften the edges. I find these colors all work well together, don't be afraid to layer them.
answered 2 years, 7 months ago
jicky
(Verona, NJ)
answer 4
I think it is very possible to mute them. Just use a blending brush and you should be able to make them not as harsh.
answered 2 years, 7 months ago
Anonymous
(Southern California)
answer 5
Thank you!!!
answered 2 years, 8 months ago
amycishere
(Nokomis, FL)
answer 6
Try putting the silver/grey color on top of them. It mutes it a little and still keeps the idea of the color.
answered 2 years, 8 months ago
dramabelle1
(Louisville)
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Are they glittery?
Are the colors in this palette glittery? I'd love the colors in this pallete but HATE really glittery shadows
asked 2 years, 8 months ago on True Romance Eyeshadow Palette - Beethoven
nina1990
6 answers
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answer 1
It's not too glittery, it contains a fine shimmer, unlike some UD shadows that have the glitter literally falling off after you apply it
answered 2 years, 7 months ago
sylfay
(Daly City, CA)
answer 2
Yes, most of the colors are glittery, shimmery, but not in an overpowering way. They are quite beautiful.
answered 2 years, 7 months ago
honeybee50
(Thibodaux, LA)
answer 3
The Rad purple is more glittery then the rest. I like then sheen most of the colors have
answered 2 years, 7 months ago
rnsweetmelissa
(Providence RI)
answer 4
Most o the shadows are shimmery, but there are some matte and cream shadows so you will have a variety.
answered 2 years, 7 months ago
Anonymous
(Southern California)
answer 5
The colors could be muted by using Razor Gray (would mute and lighten)or Lucifer (would mute and darken) the colors.
answered 2 years, 8 months ago
LASephoraholic
(Houma)
answer 6
They are not glittery, but are shimmery , highly pigmented and very blendable.
answered 2 years, 8 months ago
LASephoraholic
(Houma)
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what colors in this pallete would look best with light brown eyes
what colors would look best with my light brown eyes im a 17 year old teenage girl
asked 3 years, 6 months ago on True Romance Eyeshadow Palette - Beethoven
vampirelover612
(California)
6 answers
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answer 1
If you want to bring out the color in your eyes, you go opposite on the color wheel. I suggest looking up color wheels online. Picking out your eye color, going opposite. If you want to highlight another area of your face, you should use the same color in your case brown. If you have some green in your eyes and want to bring out the green in your eyes, look for red. If you want to bring out the brown, look for blues. In general brown eyes can wear almost every color. Experiment with teals as well. You have one of the few eye colors that can wear teal and look good in it. Brown eye might feel boring to you, but in the makeup world you hit the jackpot:)
answered 1 year, 4 months ago
quesoluvr
(Bethlehem, PA)
answer 2
The Purples will suite you best :)
answered 1 year, 10 months ago
lov3mak3up
(NY)
answer 3
You could go with the Ludwig for a more neutral daytime look, or go for the Beethoven palette for a more dramatic, smokey eyed look. I have the Beethoven palette, and I have brown eyes and light/med skin.
answered 2 years, 3 months ago
pacsmom
(Seattle, WA)
answer 4
I actually have the same color eyes as you and most of the colors except for the matte brown work for me. The matte brown makes my eyes look bloodshot so I steer clear of that color. Otherwise the purples, the blue, the silver, and even the black would flatter your skin type and eye color. Fair skinned people look great with cool tone colors such as blues, purples, and silvers anyways so I think you'd be able to use a lot of colors in the palette. It's probably the best Kat Von D palette for your eye color and skin tone so it's worth the splurge.
answered 2 years, 4 months ago
beautifulletdown
(Carlisle, MA)
answer 5
It really depends on what kind of look you want. That's the beauty of this palette. You can use the purple shades (great for brown eyes) to do a beautiful smoky purple grey eye, or be neutrel and use Tequila for your base color and brow bone highlighter, with a little bit of leather in the crease. You can also use Leather as a liner. I love brown eyes, because you can get away with almost any color and still look beautiful! The way you apply the shadows makes the shades go from innocent to bold as well. My eyes are Hazel/brown and a quick wash of Razor Gray looks great with some grey or black liner. Hope this helped rather than confused! Have fun!!!
answered 3 years, 3 months ago
nikitaam
(Las Vegas , Nevada)
answer 6
best color that would match a light brown eye would be the brown in your crease and the gold on the inset of your eyes to make the different flecks in your eyes pop.
answered 3 years, 6 months ago
vinylsrforever
(Wilmington, NC)
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A good gift for a medium skin tone?
I'm thinking of giving an eyeshadow palette as a present. She has a medium skin tone, brown eyes with gold tones, and blond hair. Which KVD palette would work best? She's also a girly girl who likes pinks and whatnot.
asked 3 years, 5 months ago on True Romance Eyeshadow Palette - Beethoven
HellGirl
(AB, CA)
6 answers
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answer 1
i think that truth or angelist would be good if shes a girlie girl or beethoven is the best for worm colors
answered 1 year, 10 months ago
samrock13
(dallas tx)
answer 2
I would go with the Beethoven palette, I have light/med skin and brown eyes, and every color in that palette works with my coloring. It is my new favorite eyeshadow I have, in fact, I don't even use my other shadows anymore.
answered 2 years, 3 months ago
pacsmom
(Seattle, WA)
answer 3
Beethoven is the best. She'll Love the color Tequila for high lighting and shimmer and you can't go wrong with lucifer ( The black ) and Leather (the brown) for the creases she can add the girly colors for the entire lid.
It's a great starter palette.
It's a great starter palette.
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answered 2 years, 4 months ago
sonialuvmakeup80
(Apple Valley , CA)
answer 4
I think the Ludwig palette would really flatter your daughter's complexion because of all the neutral colors in there. Each of those neutral colors such as the copper have gold specks in them so it would look nice on your daughter's skin. Plus, neutrals flatter any color eye so I think that would be the best choice. The True Romance palette is also good if you're looking for some girlier colors since it's chalk full of purples but it also has a copper in there like in the Ludwig Palette so you're really getting the best of both worlds. So either or would be good for your daughter in my opinion.
answered 2 years, 4 months ago
beautifulletdown
(Carlisle, MA)
answer 5
My opinion is to get this one. This has a very nice shade of pink and the plum colors are also very edgy and feminine at the same time. This contains many girly colors that are perfect for the smokey eye look and it goes great with medium skintones as well
answered 3 years, 4 months ago
lisal
(Nauvoo, IL)
answer 6
Hi..get the Ludwig for her...it has natural colors and if she wants to use it at night she can add the black color.
answered 3 years, 5 months ago
jca123
(vallejo,ca)