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Smoky Eyes Have Never Been So Simple

BellaSugarUK — Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:30:00 -0800

With the help of these smoky eye shadow palettes, getting that sultry, come-and-get-me eye makeup look has never been easier. All you have to do is blend the lightest colour just under the brow bone, use the second lightest shade all over the lid (stop at the crease), add the medium dark shadow to the crease (remembering to blend well) and you can deepen the crease and line your eyes with the darkest shadow. See, it's a cinch! Below are three of my favourite smoky eye palettes for a smouldering eye.

Laura Mercier Eye Colour Quad Storm Cloud (£26, don't worry, they ship to the UK) was a limited-edition quad that came out last Summer, so if you like it, you'll need to act fast (it's about to be discontinued) that includes four powder shadows designed to create a classic grey smoky eye. You can use each of the shadows alone or blend them together.

Chanel Les Ombres 4 Smoky Eyes (£33) is a rich in pigment powder shadow quad that contains four frost, matte and satin colours. You can use the shadows either wet or dry, and either way they spread easily and create a profound impact.

For one last drugstore smoky eye quad that won't break the bank, read more.

L'Oreal Wear Infinite Eyeshadow Quad In Smokey Eyes (£3.50) is an oldie but goodie product that won't break the bank. Colour is buildable and the shadows are silky soft. This one happens to be my favourite, but there are nine others available to suit any and all moods.

How to Create a Smoky Eye

BellaSugar — Thu, 26 Oct 2006 13:50:43 -0700

If you're going out for a night on the town and you want to look your sexiest, the surest way to achieve that look through makeup is with a smoky eye. The standard smoky eye look is created using heavy black or dark charcoal colors, but now cosmetics companies are also creating deep hues of blues and purples to play up your eye color and really make you look irresistible. (Tune in later today to read about the best smoky eye kits.) Here's how to get the look.

Start by applying an eyeshadow primer to your entire eyelid, then sweep the lightest color in the palette all over your eye.
Next, apply a medium eyeshadow shade from your lash line to the crease of your eye and blend well.
Then, use your crease brush to gently apply the darkest to your crease. Again, blend well.

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If desired, dab a light amount of sheer shimmer shadow to your brow bone.
Draw a thin line with your eyeliner very close to your lashes. For a smokier look, smudge the line, or leave it untouched for a more defined effect.
For a finishing touch, line the inner rims of you lower eyelid.
Finally, add two coats of black mascara to really smoke em' out.

Keep in mind that when you have a heavy eye, you'll want to aim for light, flawless skin with a touch of bronzer and pale blush. Also, be sure to downplay your lips by using a light, nude lip color.

Love It or Hate It? Severe Smoky Eyes

BellaSugar — Fri, 01 Jun 2007 10:54:10 -0700

How's this for a bold makeup look? French actress Marion Cotillard, who plays Edith Piaf in the upcoming biopic La Vie en Rose, took smoky eyes to a new level at the movie's New York premiere. This certainly isn't everyday eye makeup, but there's something oh-so French about the severe shadow paired with pale lips. What do you think?

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How-To: Christina Hendricks's Shimmery, Smoky Eye Makeup

BellaSugar — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 13:58:11 -0700

The third season of Mad Men is set to premiere on Aug. 16, and the show's stars were out to celebrate last night in LA. Normally, we see Christina Hendricks's character, Joan Holloway, decked out in some vivid colors on the show. In real life, Christina keeps the technicolor shades toned down, typically choosing a flattering, peaches-and-cream glow on her cheeks and lips.

To complement the warm tones, the actress goes for a slightly smoky eye with both shimmer and dimension. Do you like her subtly dramatic eye makeup? Find out how to copy her style now.

How To: Keira's Sultry Smoky Eyes

BellaSugarUK — Thu, 11 Sep 2008 10:02:00 -0700

Keira Knightley looked every inch the starlet as she attended the special Vogue screening of The Duchess, in New York last night. The actress looked typically flawless in a Chanel Haute Couture satin dress and severe side swept hair. Her makeup was a pretty take on the goth glamour trend this season with softly smoky eyes and minimal blush.

Her makeup artist for the night, Katie Lee, created this stunning look using Chanel products. She says “Keira’s...Chanel Haute Couture dress was the inspiration. When I saw the beautiful diamanté detailing on the shoulders, I thought it was the perfect time to use the Chanel Quadra eyeshadow in Smoky Eye."

To find out how to re-create Keira's smoky-eyed look for yourself, read more.

“I started out with a really fine line of Chanel Professional Eyeliner Duo, (£25), in Noir-Lamé next to the lashes" says Katie, of Keira's flatteringly dark eye makeup.
Next, Katie applied Chanel's Highlighter Face Pen, (£23) in Beige Rosé to the lid. She then lined Keira's lower lash line with Chanel Intense eye pencil, (£15), in Noir and blended with a small rounded brush.
Then the black shade of the Smoky Eye Quad, (£33) was applied to define the socket line and lash line. This made the look extra dramatic.
Finally Katie gave Keira her trademark long-lashed look by using tons of Exceptionnel de Chanel mascara, (£19.50), in Smoky Noir.

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2009 American Music Awards: Leona Lewis

BellaSugar — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 17:43:57 -0800

The lovely Leona Lewis has, thankfully, recovered from being attacked earlier this year, and she was at her golden girl best on the red carpet tonight. Instead of the gold-toned or smoky eye makeup that usually prevails at awards shows, Leona opted for a bright green shadow that made her eyes stand out beautifully, and she complemented the green with a whisper pink lip and a hint of bronzer on her cheeks. I think the look was lovely, but it wasn't very seasonal. What do you think? Is this makeup pretty no matter what, or is it just too summery for a November television appearance?

Vote on all of my American Music Awards polls here!

Get Marissa Miller's Victoria's Secret Makeup Look

BellaSugarUK — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 06:16:00 -0800

Wowza! I've been checking out the photos from the 2009 Victoria's Secret Fashion Show that took place in New York City last night and they are smoking h-o-t! The Angels are scantily clad in custom lingerie, dripping in accessories and have added five or so inch heels to their already lengthy legs.

But instead of feeling insecure, I just embrace their beauty and focus on their amazing hair (yes, they're all wearing extensions) and their dewy and sparkly-looking pink makeup.

To recreate this look at home, begin with a clean, hydrated and well moisutrised face. Then, apply a primer, followed by concealer to any red areas or spots, and medium-coverage foundation to the face, neck and decolletage. Next, dust a translucent setting powder all over and buff it to a natural finish by using a clean and fluffy brush.

To find out how you can achieve the rest of their makeup look at home, and to see more images of the models getting ready backstage, just read more.

CHEEKS: Although your skin is matte and prepped, all that you've created is a flawless canvas - and now it's time to have some fun! Add a liquid luminzer all over the face and blend into the foundation with a sponge for a dewy look. Next, apply a medium perky-pink blusher to the apples of your cheeks and blend outwards and upwards toward your cheekbones.
EYES: Start by sweeping a pale and creamy champage shadow from the bottom of the lid all the way up to the brows (which by the way must be filled in and perfectly shaped). Then, using a windshield-wiping motion, apply a taupey-grey coloured shadow in the crease for depth and a slightly smoky look. Over the grey, add a touch of pink shadow and blend well. Curl your lashes and apply a powder liner to the upper and lower rims of your eyes. Lastly tack on a full set of false lashes followed by two coats of black mascara.
LIPS: The goal for this lip look is full, glossy and most of all...kissable! The colour should fall somewhere between a pale pink and a medium rose lipstick topped with oodles of shimmery and sheer pink gloss.

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Love It or Hate It? Kylie's Smoky Eyes

BellaSugarUK — Wed, 15 Oct 2008 05:00:00 -0700

A sultry Kylie Minogue was sharing her style secrets at William Baker's B Boy Underwear launch in London last night. Kylie opted for a rocker-chick look of smoky eyes, silver earrings and a black leather jacket. I love her eye makeup which is dramatic without being too bold, and the shimmery grey shade really picks up the green colour of her eyes.

Kylie's complexion positively glowed and it was enhanced by pale pink glossy lips. Messy hair is always very London, but I'm not sure about her pulled back pony or dark roots here. How do you feel about this look on Ms. Minouge?

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Which Eye Makeup Look Do You Like Most On Liz Hurley?

BellaSugarUK — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 07:30:00 -0700

Last night at the GQ Awards in London, model, actress, Estee Lauder spokesperson and designer, Liz Hurley arrived on the red carpet looking striking in a pastel powder blue strapless dress with matching blue eye shadow. Her eyes have a smolder to them naturally, but when they're enhanced with black liner and grey, brown or blue shadows they pop even more. Out of these three eye makeup looks below, which do you think looks the loveliest on Liz?

What Do You Think of Leighton Meester's Mixed Makeup Look?

BellaSugarUK — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 02:30:00 -0800

Last night at the American Eagle Outfitters flagship store preview party in New York City, Gossip Girl actress Leighton Meester really played up her new rockstar style wearing cherry red lipstick paired with a mix of metallic gold and smoky purple eye shadow. This is an updated version of a popular red and purple trend from the 1980's, and it totally oozes too cool for school - even for high society institutions like Constance or NYU! Tell me in a comment below what you think of Ms. Meester's psychedelic makeup look.