The best eyeshadow shades for every eye colour
They say the eyes are the windows to the soul, so why not make them stand out? The right eye makeup can completely transform your look, allowing you to draw attention away from problem areas. But what shades of eye makeup should you opt for?
First of all, the best guideline for choosing the right colour for your eyes is contrast. Take a look at this colour wheel and choose the corresponding colour on the opposite side of the wheel. Using this contrasting shade will draw attention to your eyes, making them appear more intense.
So, with this in mind, let’s find out which eyeshadow shades best suit your eye colour.
Brown eyes
Did you know your eyes actually consist of orange and red hues? If you take a look at the colour chart, the opposites of orange and red are light blue and green. However, you don’t have to go with bright, bold electric blues and lime greens. Navy is a good alternative to blue, while green-gold hues are a good way to inject a hint of colour without going overboard.
Blue eyes
Cool blue eyes can be contrasted with reds and oranges, but if these bright colours are a little too daring for you, opt for warm, earthy hues like red-tinted browns and terracotta. Golds and bronzes are the perfect choices to elevate your look to the evening.
Green eyes
If you take a look at the colour wheel, your best colours are feminine pinks and purples. To incorporate these hues into your look without going too far, use a neutral-coloured shadow as your base, then apply a pink or purple closer to the lash line.
Hazel eyes
If you’ve got hazel eyes, you’re in luck – you can make them look more green or more brown depending on your choice of shades. To make them look more brown, try brown, gold and green hues. If you want to bring out the green in your eyes, go for bronzes and purple-tinged shades like plum.
Tell us in the comments below, what colour eyes do you have? Which shades of eyeshadow do you use to make them stand out?