MAC Nordstrom Naturals Palette

I invested in this baby a couple of months ago but completely forgot to review it. As I was sadly packing up my makeup collection until I move into my new place in June, this jumped back out at me. I love many MAC products but have never really tried their eyeshadows. Everyone raves about them but I found it a bit much to spend almost $20 on a single shadow. They do have some palettes, although they are ridiculously expensive. Enter this exclusive Nordstrom palette--a great way to explore MAC eyeshadows as they have the 12 best-selling shades. It's a $160 value for only $85, so if you're willing to shell out some cash you are still saving quite a bit.

My one complaint about the product is the packaging--I understand the shadows always come like this, as they are de-potted, but it is quite bulky and big for traveling (not to mention fragile). The actual shadows themselves are a dream. I've heard about each of these shadows on various blogs and YouTube videos (All That Glitters is one I always wanted to try). Nordstrom has definitely nailed it with an awesome variety of all MAC formulas, with glitter, shimmer, mattes, and neutral shades that pop. Only a few are not very pigmented, but they can be used for highlighting or inner corners. I'm very impressed with the buttery formula, and with primer they truly last all day.

 L-R: Vapour, All That Glitters, Wedge, Satin Taupe, Honey Lust, Ricepaper, Amber Lights, Saddle, Mulch, Woodwinked, Omega, Brun, Embark, Beauty Marked, Carbon

*I apologize for my lack of quality swatching photos!

Although it's an investment, this palette is definitely worth it for the quality of shadows and variety of looks it can create. It's limited edition and exclusive to Nordstrom, so make sure you order it while you can! What MAC shadows have you tried? Let me know!