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Pat McGrath Labs packaging

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Pat McGrath Labs

Gold pigment kit with sparse labelling and sequin-filled pouch

The selected Divine Decade image brings together a small round Gold 001 compact, a mixing-liquid bottle, a metal spatula and a transparent-window pouch filled with gold sequins. The pouch’s large white label uses tiny black type and a single gold dot, while the compact reveals the pigment through its clear-looking lid. The contrast between sparse identification and abundant reflective texture makes the anniversary presentation theatrical. The official set lists pigment, mixing liquid and spatula; pouch inclusion is not independently confirmed by that contents list.

  • Make-up
  • Light pack
  • Luxe monochrome
  • Bold typographic

About this study

Selected Divine Decade editorial kit scene. Pigment, 1 oz mixing liquid and metal spatula source-confirmed; pouch/sequins treated as photographed presentation without guaranteed inclusion.

Sources & evidence · Reviewed 2026-10-19

Color Palette

Approximate colours interpreted from photography. These are screen references, not official brand colours or print specifications.

Pack body

  • Black compact and bottle cap

    #181715

    Dark circular compact rim and ribbed mixing-bottle cap create defined functional shapes among the sequins.

Label

  • White identification panel

    #F2F1EB

    Rectangular pouch label with extensive empty space around small black text and gold dot.

Ink

  • Black information

    #28251F

    Tiny pouch identification, compact producer and mixing-bottle copy.

Accent

  • Reflective gold presentation

    #C8A752

    Approximate pouch border and sequin appearance. Highlights and shadows vary widely; this is not a single fixed metallic ink specification.

  • Silver tool

    #C9CBC5

    Metal spatula confirmed by the official contents list. Reflected gold from the scene can warm its appearance.

Typography

Suggested visual alternatives, not confirmed brand typefaces. Any scale below is an illustrative estimate.

The pouch identification is deliberately small relative to its white rectangle: producer, Batch: Gold 001 and the edition title form a short text block near one end, with a gold dot separated by a large blank interval. The compact carries a single PAT McGRATH LABS line across its transparent-looking lid, letting the gold pigment remain visible behind it. The Mehron bottle retains its own denser black information system. The set is unified through colour and staging rather than identical typography on every component.

Fonts

  • Pouch identification alternative

    IBM Plex Mono

    Looks like
    IBM Plex Mono
    Type
    Monospace
    Weight
    Regular 400
    Case
    Uppercase producer with mixed-case batch and edition
    Tracking
    Natural monospace rhythm
    Fallback
    monospace

    A proposed laboratory-like voice for an original set label. Keep information intentionally sparse, but ensure it remains readable at the actual pouch size rather than relying on a large editorial image.

  • Compact producer alternative

    Libre Baskerville

    Looks like
    Libre Baskerville
    Type
    Serif
    Weight
    Regular 400
    Case
    Uppercase with distinctive mixed-case treatment if appropriate
    Tracking
    Neutral
    Fallback
    serif

    A small serif attribution can sit over visible product colour. Develop a unique producer name and verify contrast against both light and dark pigment reflections.

Structure & Proportions

Visual proportions and finish previews are illustrative. Confirmed construction details and uncertainties are distinguished in the study notes.

Proportions

PurposeValuePreview
Pouch versus compactThe pouch occupies a broad rectangular area above the much smaller round compact, creating a large presentation field around the core pigment.—
White labelThe identification rectangle is broad relative to its tiny text, making empty space a deliberate visual component.—
Long toolThe narrow spatula spans much of the distance between pouch and compact, connecting the separate kit pieces in the composition.—

Shapes

ElementValuePreview
Presentation pouchBroad rectangular transparent-window form with a gold-coloured border.
Pigment compactSmall circular black-rimmed case with transparent-looking lid.
Mixing bottle capShort ribbed black cylindrical closure.
SpatulaLong narrow metal tool with flattened ends.
Sequin discsSmall reflective round pieces with centre holes, shown loose and behind pouch window.

Finishes

  • Gold presentation reflections

    Pouch border and sequins; material and coating unknown. · metallic

  • Transparent viewing areas

    Pouch window and compact lid; substrate unverified. · transparent

  • Black compact rim

    Circular pigment case. · gloss

  • Metal spatula

    Source-confirmed tool, exact alloy unspecified. · metallic

Formats and materials

FormatsThe official set contains Gold 001 pigment, a metal spatula and 1 oz Mehron Mixing Liquid. The selected photograph displays those objects with a rectangular transparent-window pouch and loose sequins., The pigment sits in a small round black-rimmed compact with a clear-looking lid. The mixing liquid is in a small transparent-looking bottle with a ribbed black cap.
MaterialsMetal is explicitly stated for the spatula. Pouch film, border laminate, sequins, compact body/lid and mixing-bottle substrate are not specified in the accessed official page., Gold appearance is distributed across product, pouch and loose decoration. It does not establish gold metal content, foil construction or a common material across those elements.
ClosuresThe compact appears closed, with its transparent-looking lid showing the pigment and a small edge catch visible. The bottle has a closed ribbed cap. The pouch is partly covered and arranged at an angle; an exact zipper, reseal mechanism or shipping seal is not confirmed from this view.
DecorationThe pouch label balances a very small black text block against a single gold dot and generous blank space., The compact uses minimal producer lettering over the visible gold pigment, while the mixing-liquid bottle retains a separate supplier label rather than being disguised as an identical house container.

Front Panel

Schematic reading order. The diagram’s zone heights do not represent measured artwork proportions.

The presentation has three separate information systems. The pouch uses a sparse batch-style white label; the compact uses a single producer line; the mixing bottle carries its own supplier identity and dense functional copy. Their coexistence makes the set feel like a collection of working materials rather than one uniform decorative object. Gold colour and the sequin field provide visual continuity across those differences.

ZoneContent
Pouch identificationSmall black producer, batch and edition text sits near one end of the white rectangle. The image is rotated, so its reading orientation follows the pouch rather than the page.
Isolated gold dotA small round accent occupies the opposite part of the label, separated from the text by substantial white space.
Compact lidA narrow producer line crosses the transparent-looking lid above the visible gold pigment. The pigment colour is content, not printed gold fill.
Mixing-bottle informationThe supplier name and smaller copy remain visible on the clear-looking bottle. The exact complete text is not transcribed from the oblique image.

Range System

The official page describes a limited-edition return of Gold 001 in the Divine Decade set and identifies the original launch context. This study focuses on that selected kit presentation. It does not claim that every Pat McGrath product uses a sequin pouch or that the photographed pouch is guaranteed by the listed set contents.

  • An original anniversary kit can reveal working tools alongside a hero pigment, using a shared colour story to connect components with different labels. Keep supplier identity clear where a separate branded medium is included.
  • A sparse outer label can contrast with an expressive presentation, but the product contents and optional styling must be documented separately. Do not let a dramatic image become an inaccurate inventory list.

Back of Pack & Shelf

The compact underside, pouch reverse and complete mixing-bottle label are unseen. The official contents list establishes the three functional items but does not document every photographed presentation element or its rear information.

  • Verify the final sale pack before stating that a pouch or sequins are included.
  • Obtain the compact base before assigning pigment weight or shade-label layout.
  • Do not infer pouch resealability or bottle dispensing details from the closed oblique view.

On shelf

The sequin-filled window and white label create the first presentation-level recognition, while the compact’s gold contents become the focal product below. Tiny text has less visibility than the dramatic colour and texture. This is visual interpretation rather than a shelf or conversion test. A reference catalogue should distinguish the full editorial scene from confirmed set inventory and provide a close view of the compact and functional labels.

Imagery

The objects are scattered diagonally across adjoining black and warm gold reflective planes. Sequins spill from the pouch area around the mixing bottle, spatula and compact, turning the small pigment into part of a much larger gold field. The metal tool provides a straight directional line through the round discs. Strong reflections make the scene feel rich but can hide edges, so individual neutral component images would be necessary to document actual construction.

Guidelines

Editorial principles for an original design brief, not official brand guidelines.

Do

  • Separate confirmed set contents from photographed presentation elements.
  • Keep supplier identity readable on the mixing medium.
  • Document pigment colour separately from gold packaging decoration.
  • Use close component views to clarify reflective edges and closures.

Don't

  • Do not guarantee pouch or sequin inclusion from the image alone.
  • Do not call every gold surface foil or gold metal.
  • Do not infer a pouch zipper from a partially obscured edge.
  • Do not invent pigment weight or compact refillability.

Sources & evidence

How this study was built
  • edition · Sourced fact

    Official page describes limited-edition Gold 001 return in Divine Decade context.Gold 001: The Divine Decade Edition — Pat McGrath Labs
  • structure · Sourced fact

    Contents list names pigment, metal spatula and 1 oz Mehron Mixing Liquid.Gold 001: The Divine Decade Edition — Pat McGrath Labs
  • typography · Visual observation

    Tiny batch-style pouch text contrasts with compact serif producer and separate supplier bottle copy.
  • label · Visual observation

    White rectangle contains a small text block and isolated gold dot.
  • palette · Visual observation

    Gold reflections, white label and black functional components unify the presentation.
  • imagery · Visual observation

    Sequin field surrounds compact, bottle and long spatula on black/gold planes.
  • range · Editorial interpretation

    Editorial scene does not by itself establish final sale inventory or a universal brand packaging rule.

What remains unverified

  • Pouch and sequins not explicitly listed among confirmed functional set contents.
  • Pouch film, sequin, compact and bottle materials unverified; spatula metal confirmed only.
  • Pouch closure, compact underside and full bottle label unseen.
  • Fonts proposed and reflective colours approximate.

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