Monday, May 7, 2012

A Subtle Pop of Bright


Despite being one to embrace bright shades in all aspects of makeup, I know that many are wary of busting out of their shell and moving away from neutral tones. When it comes to eye makeup, most people I know (non-beauty bloggers!) lean towards champagnes or greys for their day to day eye look. I've come up with a subtle look that is safe for work but adds a bit of brightness to the face!


By using a small sweep of colour close to the lower lashline, you add a great frame to your eyes and it still allows you to work with neutral shades on the upper lid. This time around I chose a gorgeous turquoise shade from my Rimmel palette, and paired it with champagne tones from the same palette topped with some Napoleon Perdis eye dust in Starlight.


This look was done quite a while ago, and if I were to recreate it I would all more liner to the top lashline to balance out the contrast of shimmer and matte shades. I would also love to try it out with a foundation rather than the tinted moisturiser I used in this look, just to create a smoother canvas to work with.


I think the pop of colour is a really great idea, and would work with anything from an electric orange to a mossy green shade. I know a lot of people are afraid of wearing blue shadow, but I think wearing it in this way is a great stepping stone to braver, brighter looks!


Products used:
Dove Essential Nutrients Tinted Moisturiser in Beige
Maybelline Dream Matte Powder
Milani Baked Blush in Berry Amore
Lancome Hypnose Doll Eyes mascara
Clinique High Impact mascara (for lower lashline)
Rimmel Eyeshadow Quad
Sportsgirl Liquid Lip Colour in Wow!
Napoleon Eye Dust in Starlight


What do you think of this subtle pop of bright?


15 comments:

  1. I like it, I think a little sweep of colour under the eyes always adds something to a look :)

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    1. @Omega thank you! I like it because it's so quick and easy to do.

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  2. So pretty, I love the pop of colour on the lower lashline and the shimmery neutral all over the lids. The lip colour is gorgeous as well, would've never guessed it was a Sportsgirl lip gloss! :)

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    1. @sleepandwater I own most of the Sportsgirl Liquid Lip Colour range, they are all super pigmented and all so pretty! You definitely need them in your life!

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  3. You look so pretty and gorgeous- just adoreable!

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  4. I love this on you! A pop of turquoise/teal on the bottom lash line is one of my favourite things to do. I haven't worn it in quite some time though and your post has reminded me! :)

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    1. @Ahalya I always seem to forget how effective a simple slice of colour can be in a look :)

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  5. I think you've inspired me too! Makes your eyes look amazing :)

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    1. @Vita I love hearing that I'm inspiring people! Would love to see you rocking this look on your blog!

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  6. I love the subtle pop of colour on your lower lashes! I've been following the same trend these last few days, but with a pop of vibrant purple :)

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    1. @Rose I love how much of a difference it makes to the look! I will have to bust out the bright purple next time :)

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  7. @Annica thank you!! Ah the compliments make my day, I'll be honest :)

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  8. This is a lovely look and a great way to experiment with wearing brights.
    x

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    1. @Victoria thanks so much for commenting:) I agree that it is a great stepping stone into bright looks

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  9. Gorgeous! It's still subtle but lovely and bright.

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