This is one of the few NARS shadows I own (not because I don't love them, but because I always end up blowing my $$ on MAC LE stuff).
I LOVE this shadow. When applied to the lid, the color looks exactly as it does in the compact. And the staying power is AWESOME. I did my eyes up one evening, went out to a club, didn't wash my face (shame on me, I know), &the next morning, the Strada was still going strong. Its a beautiful shade, I would definitely recommend it if you like purples.