SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) – As St. Maarten and St. Martin prepare to celebrate St. Maarten/St. Martin Day on November 11, local-born entrepreneur and makeup artist Antoinette Philips is marking the occasion with the launch of her second eyeshadow palette, Soualigan Divine, a vibrant collection inspired by the colours, culture and communities of her homeland.
Currently based in the Netherlands, where she works as a social worker supporting persons with disabilities, Philips balances her professional career with her passion for beauty, creativity and entrepreneurship.
Both the shape of the case and the 22 colours in the palette pay tribute to the island's unique identity as a twin-nation destination. The name of each shade draws inspiration from the island’s villages, landscapes and cultural symbols, from Grand Case and Dutch Quarter to the Salt Pond, guavaberry and the flamboyant tree. The collection also includes a shade called St. Peters, Philips’ hometown.
The launch marks another milestone for VMOUR Beauty, the brand Philips created in 2024 to bring together two of her passions: wine and makeup.
What began as casual conversations with friends while doing makeup and enjoying a glass of wine eventually evolved into a beauty platform. Encouraged by a mentor to share those moments on camera, Philips began live streaming her makeup sessions. She now regularly connects with her growing audience on TikTok (@angel_ique2), creating makeup looks, enjoying wine and engaging with followers.
Her first eyeshadow palette, VMOUR Merlot, reflected her love of red wine, featuring a distinctive wine-glass-inspired design. With Soualigan Divine, she turns her attention to the vivid colours of the Caribbean and the cultural influences that have shaped her identity.
Featuring richly pigmented colours, bold matte finishes and radiant shimmers, Soualigan Divine offers a versatile selection of shades for creating everything from understated everyday looks to bold, statement-making glamour.
“Beauty, to me, is more than just makeup. It's a form of self-expression,” Philips said. “My goal is to offer women tools that can help them create looks that inspire confidence, celebrate individuality and make every person feel empowered in their own skin.”
All VMOUR Beauty products are vegan and cruelty-free. The collection is designed to encourage experimentation and creativity, whether customers prefer soft, effortless looks or more dramatic, statement-making styles.
To celebrate the launch, VMOUR Beauty is currently hosting a giveaway featuring the new Soualigan Divine palette. Details on how to enter are available through the brand's Instagram, Facebook and TikTok platforms @vmourbeauty.
Soualigan Divine will be available for purchase from November 11, 2026, at www.vmourbeauty.com. Customers in St. Maarten are encouraged to follow the brand's social media channels for updates on local availability and collection arrangements.
Cover of Soualigan Divine Palette. The palette has been created in the shape of St. Maarten and weighs about 500 grams.
A selection of the colours in the new Soualigan Divine Palette
