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Summer calls for a splash of colour and is the perfect time for a soft shimmer or vibrant pop. The Stila Summer Collection has the perfect balance of easy to wear pops of colour along with some gorgeous sparkle and pearl for summer nights (preferably with a cocktail in hand!) Keep reading to find out more!
Stila are one of the first brands I explored in my teens, their Glitter and Glow Liquid Eye Shadows and Lip Glazes were essential for nights out. Their long wearing formulas were great back then and have got even better as they celebrate 31 years. I’ve been exploring some of their newest Spring/Summer launches and it’s great to see Stila have not lost their spark, in fact its got better! (I also had a sneak peek at their Autumn collection which spoiler doesn’t disappoint!).
What’s new in the Stila Summer collection 2025?
- Stay All Day Chroma-Flash Liquid Eyeliner – in three beautiful shades, a metallic liquid eyeliner which shade-shifts and looks stunning as it catches the light. Water-proof and smudge proof (limited edition)
- Pocket Play Shadow Palettes – easy to use five shadow palettes in three pretty shade options. They have the perfect balance of mattes and shimmers for endless looks from day to night
- Liqua-Play Eye Shadow – brand new long wearing cream eyeshadows with a silk-matte finish
- Stay All Day Liquid Lipstick – new shades and new formula! a favourite best seller has has an upgrade. The same long wearing matte finish now with more nourishing lip loving ingredients for all day comfort. The new precision applicator makes it even easier to shape and define your lips in one go.
- Heaven’s Dew Gel Lip Oil – a nourishing and conditioning gel-oil hybrid which leaves lips with a high shine and fuller look, without feeling sticky.
Pocket Play Shadow Palette (£26)
The new Pocket Play Shadow Palettes include five eyeshadows carefully curated in flattering tones for endless looks. Each palette has a beautiful unique floral design by original artist Jeffrey Fulvimari and includes a good sized mirror. They are lightweight making them great for your handbag and travel. The shadows are beautiful and come in a variety of finishes from soft mattes and gel powders to shimmers and topper glosses.
I have been enjoying Desert Bloom which is a beautiful neutral palette, think soft warm browns and creams. This is perfect for everyday with each shade bring user friendly. Easy to apply and blend they leave a gorgeous soft and even finish which lasts all day. The mattes are so fine that they flatter my lids leaving them looking smoother which is fantastic. There are four shade options available, the hardest part is deciding which one to use first!
Liqua Play Eyeshadow (£23)
Perfect if you prefer a one and done eyeshadow in seconds. The Liqua Play Eyeshadows are almost fool proof to use and leave a beautiful colour with very little effort required. A creamy eyeshadow which can be applied directly from the dual-sided doe foot and blended using your finger or a brush. It feels lightweight and once set doesn’t move, crease and leaves a gorgeous colour all day. I’ve been wearing Crema Matte and really enjoy how I can go from a subtle hint of colour or build for more impact, depending on my mood!
The dual-sided applicator is great for also getting a precise line, which is great if like me you enjoy to get more from your makeup! It makes it so easy to also use Liqua Play as a liner which is fantastic and perfect if you prefer minimal makeup in your bag. Once on the colour doesn’t fade, after eight hours wear it still looks as fresh as when applied in the morning which is fantastic. Even better its full of nourishing ingredients including Shea Butter and Vitamin E to condition and hydrate the skin. The shadows are beautiful worn alone, together and also combined with powder eyeshadows. There are so many beautiful shades available from everyday to neutrals to beautiful pops of colour it’s hard to choose a favourite!
Stay All Day Liquid Lipstick (£21)
One of my top Stila picks the Stay All Day Liquid Lipstick is a beautiful soft matte which feels incredibly comfortable. Matte’s can often bring back memories of drying lipsticks however this is nit the case with the Stay All Day Liquid Lipstick. Full of lip caring Jojoba Oil and Pomegranate Flower Extract it glides on smoothly, feeling soft and lightweight. It leaves a vibrant and even colour which makes my lips look fuller.
I have been so impressed with the long wear of these lipsticks. I’ve been wearing Muse which is a lovely soft pink and ideal for everyday. The doe foot applicator makes it easy to get a precise application, including in the corners without making a mess. It allows me to line and define my lips easily before applying a full colour which is fantastic. My lips feels so comfortable all day it’s easy to forget I have it on and I love how long the colour lasts – once set it doesn’t budge! There are some beautiful shades available from everyday neutrals to vibrant colours – I recommend taking a look at Pinktini for a true pop of pink this summer!
Heavens Dew Gel Lip Oil (£22)
The new Heavens Dew Gel Lip Oils quite simply feels lovely. A hybrid gel-oil which leaves a glossy high shine finish without feeling sticky or tacky. The large doe foot applicator is soft and hugs my lips for an effortless application leaving a gorgeous hint of colour. Full of moisturising goodness including hyaluronic acid and jojoba seed oil alongside antioxidants to protect the lips it leaves them feeling soft and supple.
What makes the Heavens Dew Gel Lip Oil stand out from the crowd is its high shine and comfort. My lips are on the dry side and feel soothed and soft every time I wear it. I also love how juicy and fuller my lips look. It’s addictive to use that I am always happy to top up throughout the day! The shade range is beautiful with soft muted tones to pops of colour to suit every taste. I’ve been wearing Jazzberry which is perfect for the summer cherry lips trend, don’t overlook Mystic Purple it is beautiful and an easy way to add some colour and fun to your look!
All available from Stila
For more Stila see my review of the Convertible Color Dual Lip and Cheek Cream!
Love Sarah xx
