Aube Couture by Sofina is definitely a very wearable brand, and perfect for the beginner makeup wearer because as you can see in the palette design, it is basically like an eyelid and the eyeshadow position directly refer to where you should wear that colour. The packaging is also very cute, which makes it a really great holiday gift for a younger teen (maybe 12-14?).
For Holiday 2009, Aube Couture is releasing four shade variations of an eye and lip palette. It comes with three shades of eyeshadows and three lip colours, plus a powder liner. It also comes with two double-ended applicators (three sponges and a brush).
The three shades of eyeshadows are already coordinated and can be used to create either the look that they have created for you, or you can create your own.
This is definitely something I would consider buying for myself as a palette that I can take around with me or as a gift. Although the lip colours are in palette form (sigh), it is very convenient and not bulky. This is also something I would get for some of my cousins who are still beginning to learn how to apply makeup. It is neutral enough for day wear which makes it perfect for an office lady or someone who is more conservative with their makeup.
