Of course I ordered the highly anticipated Anastasia Beverly Hills x Alyssa Edwards palette: as a longtime fan of the drag queen and an occasional performer myself, I couldn’t resist Edward’s perfectly curated palette of neutrals and unapologetic brights. For years I stuck with soft, sophisticated browns, even for nights out or stage wear—but a recent desire for something bigger, something bolder was satiated with this launch. I didn’t even hesitate to think how I would wear these colors, just that I would commit to them. The quality is everything you’d expect from an ABH eyeshadow palette. The pigment is vibrant, creamy, and soft to a fault—but I don’t mind the kickback of powder if it means seamless application and ease of blendability. The actual assortment of shades, however, is the true superstar: it’s executed with intention. There’s a perfect balance between showmanship and wearability, and more importantly, every shade is flattering. The browns are versatile, sexy, sensual; the blend of blues, purples, and pinks range in a perfect set of mattes and metallics. Truly, the looks are endless because every shade is wearable no matter how you mix it: SMOKE IT OUT: H.O.E. all over with a gradient of The Supreme in…