Subchannel • Cosmetic Archive

PEARL MODE // Older Sister Cache

Pearlescent lilac glamour, rendered as a soft-focus interface. Polished, glossy, curated shine—more perfume-ad than glitter bomb.

Definition

The early-2000s “older sister” aesthetic: glossy, lilac, softly expensive. Frosted orchid shimmer and satin light. Not chaos—curated shine.

pearlescent opalescent frosted orchid glossed lilac satin perfume aura

Artifact Shelf

Keep the shelf small and deliberate. Swap cards over time so the page feels alive.

Gloss
Wet lilac reflectivity. The light is the point.
Eyes
Orchid shimmer quad. Metallic violet, soft edges.
Hair
Perfumed oil sheen. Clean, polished, intentional.
Jewellery
Charms + tiny gems. Minimal noise, maximum signal.
Fabric
Satin lavender. Structured softness in motion.
Lighting
Fluorescent mall light as a cosmetic halo.