It's a Gilded Age For Eyelids, and Here's Photographic Proof

Updated on 2/19/2018 at 11:45 AM

Though we saw a lot of splashy, ultrasaturated hues on the runway at New York Fashion Week Fall 2018, some designers opted to paint models' lids gold. There's something so ethereal, feminine, and powerful about gold, not to mention it's a superversatile hue that flatters pretty much everyone. If you're seeking a little gold lid inspiration for your next beauty look, this gallery is a great place to start. You can replicate the makeup as is or adapt it according to your own preferences. Either way, you're going to look great.

Gold Foil Lids at Ulla Johnson

After fully prepping the skin via Tata Harper skin care, the MAC Cosmetics team carefully applied gold foil atop each model's eyelids.

Gold Foil Lids at Ulla Johnson

Two-Toned Gold and Bronze Eyes at Jill Stuart

Makeup artist Aaron de Mey created a dramatic, two-toned eye with gold and bronze hues, keeping the lashes bare.

Two-Toned Gold and Bronze Eyes at Jill Stuart

Golden Smoky Eye at Pamella Roland

The Artistry makeup team created an unusual but gorgeous golden smoky eye and paired it with a pale pink lip and perfect brows.

Golden Smoky Eye at Pamella Roland

Neon Graphics at Noon by Noor

The Noon by Noor makeup crew opted for superbright, "painted-on" yellow eyes that edged toward green.

Neon Graphics at Noon by Noor

Sheer Gold Lights at Prabal Gurung

Sheer, barely there gold framed models' eyes at Prabal Gurung. MAC Cosmetics kept things light everywhere else, too, with a hint of blush and just a dash of lip conditioner.

Sheer Gold Lights at Prabal Gurung

Old Hollywood Glamour at Tadashi Shoji

The luxe dial was turned all the way up at Tadashi Shoji. MAC Cosmetics makeup artists buffed golden liquid eye shadow over the entire lid, diffusing on the outer edges, and then painted on a bright red lip.