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Urban Decay Vice 3: From Neutral to Bold & Extra Bold, This Palette Does It All

November 13, 2014 • , , , , , , , ,

If it's not said already, I'm quite Urban Decay obsessed, especially when it comes to their NAKED line.  But you know, while they're really well known for their NAKED line, they're best known as the "Beauty with an Edge" brand.  It's apparent in their Book of Shadows (anyone remember those?), the Electric Palette, and the most recent Vice 3.


Like all their other current eyeshadow palettes, the Urban Decay Vice 3 (CA $70 / US $60) is carefully crafted.  With 20 brand new, well pigmented eyeshadows ranging from neutral shades to bold and fun colours, you can really create any looks you like with this one palette.  It's part of the reason that I brought it with me on vacation (hello from Hong Kong).

All the shades included in Vice 3 are of metallic finish, which I find to be the most pigmented finish from Urban Decay.  That said, the sparkly effects vary across shades.  For example, Downfall is closer to a satin matte, while Last Sin is a metallic shimmer.  Not surprising, they all have the same buttery smooth texture.  These shadows are soft to touch but do not create much fall outs, but they do have some crumbles left on the palette when I use a more fluffy brush.

There's an added bonus, each column of 4 are colour-coordinated, so you can group them into a "quad" to create a look.  You have your neutrals on your left, jewel-tones in the middle, and smoky shades on the right.  Of course, you can use any of these shades freely, it is still quite nice to have some ideas what shades would go together in a big palette like Vice 3.



Swatches: Truth, Undone, Downfall, DTF
Swatches: Dragon, Freeze, Heroine, Brokedown
Swatches: Vanity, Lucky, Reign, Bobby Dazzle
Swatches: Alien, Alchemy, Bondage, Sonic
Swatches: Last Sin, Angel, Defy, Revolver

The palette also comes with the UD Vice Good Karma Double-Ended brush.  All UD brushes use synthetic bristles and they are very soft to touch.  On one side, you have a tapered blender brush; on the other end, you have a flat dome shaped brush.  I'm not crazy with the blending side because it's a bit too flimsy for my liking, but I really like the dome shaped side, it's almost like a smaller synthetic MAC 217.  It also comes with a giant neon green pouch for you to store your Vice 3 palette, or if you're like me, use it to store all the makeup you wanna bring for travel.

This past weekend, I was a bridesmaid for one of my best friend's wedding.  I used Undone all over my lid, Truth as a highlight, Downfall in the crease, Defy & Revolver to define, and Last Sin for some shimmer shimmer in the middle of the lid.  I absolutely loved the look.  I also wore the middle column for a class reunion, which also coordinated nicely.

Overall I'm really pleased with the design and quality of the Urban Decay Vice 3 Palette.  The shadows are nicely pigmented and the colour range is well-diverse, which makes it a great gift for both makeup newbie and beauty enthusiast, like me lol.  I highly recommend you check it out if you haven't already.  It's sold on urbandecay.com, sephora.ca/sephora.com, ulta.com, and Shoppers Drug Mart in Canada.

Until next time,


x Rica



*Disclosure: Products mentioned in this post were provided to The Office Chic for review consideration.  As always, all the opinions expressed here are my own and are in no way influenced by any advertiser, affiliate, public relations firm or brands.

39 comments

  1. Jennifer MonfortonNovember 15, 2014 at 4:24 PM

    Gosh, this palette really is a beaut! Such an amazing range of shades. Thanks so much for the swatches :)

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  2. krissieNovember 17, 2014 at 9:35 PM

    nice review

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  3. ElenaNovember 20, 2014 at 9:24 AM

    The shades are really nice, I really love the nudes in this one! I haven't tried any UD eye shadows but I would love to own this palette! Looks perfect for all kinds of makeup looks!

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  4. HollyNovember 21, 2014 at 11:43 PM

    Gorgeous collection of shades! Angel & Last sin are 2 of my faves!

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  5. StaceyNovember 22, 2014 at 12:26 AM

    I love this rainbow packaging.. UD always kills it

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  6. blessedtaNovember 23, 2014 at 6:24 PM

    money and handbags

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  7. Jenn Erin LNovember 23, 2014 at 9:55 PM

    Wow 20 new shades?! They all look awesome too!

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  8. angela mitchellNovember 24, 2014 at 1:20 AM

    I'd love a pair of new winter boots!

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  9. JusticeSadieNovember 24, 2014 at 1:50 AM

    A New Jacket.

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  10. stacey hNovember 24, 2014 at 7:26 PM

    i need new winter boots - dressy ones and ones for snow shovelling

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  11. Heidi C.November 24, 2014 at 7:30 PM

    I could use a new winter coat.

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  12. Miri WeissNovember 25, 2014 at 12:04 AM

    Hi Rica !
    Is this international giveaway ? :-)
    so lovely ♥

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  13. Ashley Bree PerezNovember 25, 2014 at 7:35 PM

    very nice!

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  14. Wanda OsborneNovember 25, 2014 at 8:47 PM

    Hi Rica
    What an awesome giveaway.. wishing you a holiday filled with love and great Food..

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  15. Christy DuBoisNovember 25, 2014 at 11:33 PM

    I would love to try these and winning the giveaway would be incredible!! My holiday shopping list consists of items for my two daughters that are 18 and 21. Of course, most all that they want or like I would love also. As far as for myself, I need so so much. I need clothes, make up, hair care products, etc...

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  16. Paulina RiosNovember 26, 2014 at 9:52 AM

    Love this Palette! Thanks for the swatches and review

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  17. Lubka PavlovaNovember 26, 2014 at 3:14 PM

    New chypre fragrance and books. Thanks, Lubka

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  18. Eldon LNovember 26, 2014 at 3:32 PM

    A new coat

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  19. Lori LewisNovember 26, 2014 at 9:39 PM

    I haven't even thought about what I want for Christmas yet - too busy shopping for the kiddos! I suppose if I could treat myself I would choose a hot stone massage (and the time to actually go!) or a gift certificate to Sephora so I could purchase my fave Benefit products! Thanks so much for the chance to win!

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  20. elenaNovember 27, 2014 at 11:33 AM

    Some Christmas stamping plates, a tartan scarf and the cutest pair of pumps I've ever seen!

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  21. Marina ŠNovember 27, 2014 at 1:36 PM

    New jacket:)

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  22. Sara CehennemdenNovember 29, 2014 at 3:08 PM

    A new coat and a cellphone :)

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  23. Miri WeissNovember 29, 2014 at 5:03 PM

    Hi dear Rica,
    Is this international giveaway ?
    This is so beautiful ♥

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  24. Misha MishaNovember 30, 2014 at 11:20 AM

    A new jacket :-)

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  25. Lena DmitrievaNovember 30, 2014 at 1:24 PM

    New pajamas

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  26. Deni IfrimNovember 30, 2014 at 2:47 PM

    boots

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  27. DomiNovember 30, 2014 at 3:20 PM

    perhaps some new pair of boots :-)

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  28. Shannon LNovember 30, 2014 at 3:49 PM

    Some new boots!

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  29. BlackAsphodelNovember 30, 2014 at 4:13 PM

    A mountain made of boots.

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  30. LaurenNovember 30, 2014 at 4:24 PM

    Urban Decay Vault & a desk for makeup!

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  31. Valya LitaNovember 30, 2014 at 5:18 PM

    A onesie! :D

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  32. Vivid LaughsNovember 30, 2014 at 5:37 PM

    Some warm fuzzy pajamas!

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  33. SzappanbubiNovember 30, 2014 at 5:38 PM

    Some yummy X-mas packages from The Body Shop and fab glittery nail polishes *_*

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  34. Tina IvanisevicNovember 30, 2014 at 5:56 PM

    Urban Decay Naked 2

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  35. Trillina PalemiNovember 30, 2014 at 7:00 PM

    a new phone

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  36. Jessica Elizabeth HamiltonNovember 30, 2014 at 7:10 PM

    An ipod touch

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  37. Elnaz SNovember 30, 2014 at 7:35 PM

    A new pair of boots for work!

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  38. AartiNovember 30, 2014 at 10:53 PM

    A nice pair of gloves is on my list.

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  39. Colleen BoudreauNovember 30, 2014 at 11:27 PM

    A new Kindle.

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