Dior Diorshow Kohl in 079 Smokey Grey | Dior Kingdom Of Colors Spring 2015 Makeup Collection

Dior’s new Spring’15 collection is quite a large collection with a few new limited edition items that launched earlier last week. I wasn’t planning on picking up anything, but the Diorshow Kohl definitely got me interested. The Diorshow Kohl in Smokey Grey ($32; dior.com) , is a shimmery, metallic smokey grey twist up eye crayon that is to  be used as an eyeliner, an eyeshadow or base.

Dior Diorshow Kohl in 079 Smokey Grey

Dior Diorshow Kohl in 079 Smokey Grey

The texture is very creamy, smooth and the larger than usual tip is great for applying it all over the lid as a wash or when used as a base. The color, Smokey Grey, is fabulous - its a dark, blackened grey with a  good dose of shimmer. I tried using it as a liner, shadow and base and I must say I like it best as a base. The smooth texture is great as a liner, but it isn’t long wearing by any means, so I like to slightly smudge it out along the upper and lower lash line. The color sheers out a little upon smudging, but as a base it helps darker greys and greens pop. The color payoff is great, but I do wish it was long wearing or waterproof. By the 3 hour mark, most of it is gone when used as a liner, with a bit of shimmer left behind. If you like the  color, like I do, or like such textures as bases, Smokey Grey is something you might get a lot of use out of. You may be disappointed if you are looking for a long wearing eye pencil or cream shadow that actually sets. Overall, intense color, very smooth texture that is easy to work with, but the formula could be less smudgy and crease-resistant.  I haven't tried it on my waterline because of the shimmer, but according to Dior, it can be used that way as well. 

Dior Diorshow Kohl in 079 Smokey Grey

Dior Diorshow Kohl in 079 Smokey Grey

Dior Diorshow Kohl in 079 Smokey Grey Swatch