The CHANEL OMBRE ESSENTIELLE monochrome makeup is a bold demonstration of self-confidence.

Choosing a colour is always a story of self-affirmation. It expresses a singular allure that sets the tone, and puts the wheels of a vision in motion. The colour of allure according to CHANEL can be interpreted in multiple rich ways, where every nuance is possible. It is a signature look, naturally presented and expressed in every shade. Whether blue, red, beige or gold, each essential hue reveals an infinite palette of expression.
&ldquo;Deciding to wear a monochrome look demonstrates assurance and self-confidence&rdquo;, - C&eacute;cile Paravina, Global Makeup Creative Partner of the House of CHANEL COMETES COLLECTIVE.
Monochrome makes a statement that is far from monotonous. It has the power to express a colourful character. The audacity to assert allure with the essentials. With OMBRE ESSENTIELLE, C&eacute;cile Paravina sketches out a new generation of eyeshadows. She cultivates the idea that makeup is, in essence, the art of being yourself. And that there are a thousand ways to wear the same colour, just as there are a thousand ways to express your allure.

When C&eacute;cile Paravina designed the colour palette for the new OMBRE ESSENTIELLE, she drew inspiration from CHANEL&rsquo;s rich and timeless heritage. Working with the CHANEL Makeup Creation Studio, she reinterpreted 14 shades, making a connection between her own creative world and the House colour heritage with every one of them.
As such, she created Beige Suede, inspired by the colour of the iconic sofa in the 31 rue Cambon apartment. Gris Paris, the same shade of gray as the rooftops in Paris, the birthplace of Mademoiselle&rsquo;s creations; and Brun Fauve, a brown the colour of the lion, her totem animal and astrological sign.
There is also Blanc Perle, which recalls the strings of pearls that embellished her outfits with their delicate, moonlike glow, and Bois Noir, the shade of black that she so daringly mastered and made the colour of elegance, as well as Lilas Poudr&eacute;, a lilac that is reminiscent of the House&rsquo;s tweeds.
Rose Charnel evokes the rosy flush one is left with after a day spent outdoors, Bl&eacute; d&rsquo;Or Antique is a golden hue suggestive of wheat, Gabrielle Chanel&rsquo;s ultimate good luck charm, and Rouge Cosmos is a shade of red, the colour of life, whose strength and power she coveted. Brun Talpa is a brown that echoes the casualness of the weathered jackets worn by the Duke of Westminster, the epitome of chic for Mademoiselle.
Quartz Fum&eacute;, which evokes the smoky quartz gemstones of which she was especially fond, and Rouge Cuir, the colour of the lining inside the 2.55 handbag. Jade Facett&eacute;, a pastel green, recalls the tweeds that Gabrielle Chanel designed for her summer silhouettes, and Beige Sable brings to mind the sandy beaches of Deauville, which inspired a great many House creations.

C&eacute;cile Paravina issues an invitation to wear statement eyeshadow with creative free rein, in matte, satin or metallic colours. From lilac to orange via green and brown, OMBRE ESSENTIELLE knows no limits. Applied at the lash line, on the eyelids as well as on the brows, CHANEL monochrome exists in multiple confident, and above all creative, shades.

&ldquo;Working with a single colour gives you the choice to concentrate on the shape and the application style,&rdquo; explains C&eacute;cile Paravina. The eyeshadows can therefore be applied in 3 different ways, leading to a multitude of expressions.&nbsp;A 3-in-1 product for allure at any time, and countless makeup looks. To accentuate every facet of OMBRE ESSENTIELLE, C&eacute;cile Paravina created the Blanc Perle multi-use top coat. Worn alone, this sheer shade illuminates the eyes with an iridescent finish.

&ldquo;Сolour is the most direct way to express an abstract and complex message. Keeping to just one makeup colour ensures that the message lands with even more impact&rdquo;
C&eacute;cile Paravina, Global Makeup Creative Partner of the House of COLLECTIVE CHANEL COMETES COLLECTIVE

ONE EYESHADOW, THREE APPLICATION TECHNIQUES

C&eacute;cile Paravina&rsquo;s tip: take the colour all the way up to the base of the eyebrows for a bolder look.

ACCENTUATE THE EYES

C&eacute;cile Paravina&rsquo;s tip: dampen the tapered brush for a more intense and precise result.

ADD STRUCTURE TO THE EYES

C&eacute;cile Paravina&rsquo;s tip: apply colour to the eyelid, but also to the lower lash line for a perfect all-over look.

INTENSIFY THE EYES

With CHANEL, colour allure extends to the tips of the eyelashes. C&eacute;cile Paravina developed three new shades of the iconic NOIR ALLURE mascara by CHANEL. Lashes are adorned in orangey-red, brick brown or pastel lilac mauve. Worn in combination with OMBRE ESSENTIELLE, these new colourways offer a perfect tone-on-tone look, or can create a striking contrast.

&ldquo;For monochrome looks, it can be a good idea to take an interest in colour theory. Dare to wear brown or orange shades as an all-over look to flatter blue eyes for example, or enhance green eyes with violets and pinks. Brown eyes however, can turn to cooler tones. While there aren&rsquo;t any rules when it comes to makeup, bearing these principles in mind is the best way to make the eyes stand out. In the same way, colour theory can also lead to stunning mix-and-match combinations. The NOIR ALLURE mascara in Orange Bruni, worn with OMBRE ESSENTIELLE in Gris Paris, provides a really vibrant makeup look!&rdquo;

The Allure of Monochrome Makeup

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