I often get asked on Twitter, which MAC eye shadows I personally own and which are my all-time favourites. Another common question I get asked is what my top choices would be for someone just starting out with makeup. I was inspired to do this post after seeing my friend Lette’s collection on her blog, “The Beauty Sheriff”. She also does amazing tutorials on her Youtube Channel. You should totally check her out!! (if you do, tell her I sent you)

Here is my personal collection. Now, keep in mind, MAC has been my go-to brand of choice for eye shadows over the years. Some shades mentioned have been discontinued and others were limited edition, however the majority are available for purchase as part of MAC’s current permanent range.

Neutrals & Highlights

Blues & Greens

Greys & Purples

Pink & Reds

Limited Edition Quads

Small Palettes

Single Shadows (pot)

More single shadows

Over-sized shadows

My TOP 5 MAC Shadows

1. Ricepaper
2. Satin Taupe
3. Sketch
4. Naked Lunch
5. Soft Brown

Starter Shadow Recommendations

• Highlights: Vanilla, Brule, Shroom, Ricepaper, Phloof!, Gesso
• Neutrals that double for stand alone lid colours: Naked Lunch, All that Glitters, Satin Taupe, Patina, Woodwinked, Soft Brown, Mystery, Handwritten, Mulch, Expresso
• Smokey Crease colours: Contrast, Print, Scene, Knight Divide, Carbon 
• Greens: Sumptuous Olive, Vex, Putty, Swimming, Humid, Club
• Purples: Fig 1, Purple Haze, Digit, Nocturelle
• Burgandy/Reds: Trax, Sketch, Cranberry
• Pinks: Yogurt, Swish, Expensive Pink,Sunset B, Sushi Flower
• Blues: Electric Eel, Dream, Tilt, Parrot, Freshwater