Winged eyes for everyone
03 Apr 2011 04:57 AM |
Posted by Editor
Everyone's eyes are shaped differently, and sure, some make-up styles do suit certain eye shapes better than others - but that doesn't mean you have to pass up on that particular look entirely. All it takes is a bit of tweaking - a stronger line here, a bit more blending there - and you can tailor the look to suit your features.
Here, we show you how to work a sexy winged make-up look on both round, and almond-shaped eyes...
If your eyes are…almond-shaped
1.) Start by sweeping a nude hue across your entire lid, up towards your brow bone (in this look, Shade 5 from the Estée Lauder Wild Violet Pure Color EyeShadow Palette was used).
2.) Next, use a dark shadow (such as Estée Lauder Wild Violet Pure Color EyeShadow in 02 Untamed Violet) to define your top lash line, taking the colour slightly upwards and outwards so that it comes to a point in line with the end of your eyebrow.
Tip: If you’re afraid of an unsteady hand, use a fine brush and your chosen shadow to create marking dots, and then simply join each dots to create your line.
3.) Next, take that extended line back towards the crease of your eye, so that you create a small triangle that finishes midway across your eye. Use your brush to carefully blend the lines you’ve just created, filling your ‘triangle’ with colour as you go.
Tip: To avoid looking like you’ve been punched in the eye, start slowly with your shadow, gradually building it up to your desired intensity.
4.) Sweep a matching eyeliner along your bottom lash line (try Estée Lauder Wild Violet Double Wear Eye Pencil in 10 Untamed Violet), and smudge it slightly to soften it.
5.) Complete your look with a slick of black mascara (try Estée Lauder Sumptuous Bold Volume Lifting Mascara), and a pop of pretty pink lipstick that won’t overpower your eyes. In this look, Liu is wearing the new Estée Lauder Wild Violet Pure Color Lipstick in 42 Wild Violet.
Want to recreate Lui’s look at home? Head to David Jones to pick up all your essentials from the Estée Lauder counter.
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Click here to see how to create a similar look on round-shaped eyes…
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Do you have almond-shaped eyes? What's your best make-up tip for working with this type of eye shape?
Member Comments
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Posted by:
Jannz
(Australia)
That's a really cool look.
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April 03, 2011 (Apr 3, 2011 9:15am)
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Katja
(Australia)
such a hot look!
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April 03, 2011 (Apr 3, 2011 1:12pm)
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Hk_Candy
(Australia)
Im not sure what shaped eyes I have but its definitely not big and round so a winged eye liner really does extend my eyes so i love the winged look! Thank you so much for posting this xx
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April 03, 2011 (Apr 3, 2011 1:30pm)
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Luvwuhoo
(Australia)
love this! i bought the limited edition lipstick from their new range and i really love it so pretty! and i thought the model looked soo pretty thanx for the info i really liked the make up on her and its good to get info on asian features too (:
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April 03, 2011 (Apr 3, 2011 2:43pm)
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VivaliciousChic
(Australia)
i have an almond shape eyes and this looks awesome!
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April 03, 2011 (Apr 3, 2011 5:00pm)
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Ellyloves
(Australia)
Are almond eyes Asian eyes? I have Asian eyes.
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April 03, 2011 (Apr 3, 2011 5:51pm)
Posted by:
softness
(Member since 2007, Australia)
I was told once that I have almond shaped eyes - not sure if they were right or not (?) but on normal days with my eyeshadows I tend to create a smudgy, blended winged look. Kind of like my version of the smokey eye I suppose! I love this defined, sharp winged look but I wish somebody else would do it on me because every time I attempt it I don't get it right. I'll have another go though by following the instructions here in this article - who knows, maybe I'll be able to pull it off at last!!
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April 03, 2011 (Apr 3, 2011 6:21pm)
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Shazam
(Member since 2008, Australia)
I think I have almond-shaped eyes. I love this winged look and I always sport this look wheb I wear eyeliner. It accentuates my beautifully, makes them look cat-like and feminine :)
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April 03, 2011 (Apr 3, 2011 8:01pm)
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Beautyme123
(Australia)
loving the winged eye liners
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April 03, 2011 (Apr 3, 2011 10:24pm)
Posted by:
melmeko
(Member since 2007, Australia)
She looks gorgeous :)
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April 04, 2011 (Apr 4, 2011 10:21am)
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blackmagic
(Australia)
What an awesome article! I'll save this to my favs :) thanks!
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April 04, 2011 (Apr 4, 2011 10:44am)
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Chrissynick
(Australia)
Love the tip about creating dots. Might try that nexttime :)
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April 04, 2011 (Apr 4, 2011 4:04pm)
Posted by:
Blondie58
(Australia)
I must give it a go, it looks great.
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April 04, 2011 (Apr 4, 2011 4:21pm)
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Katerry
(Australia)
I definatley have almond shaped eyes, so will try this one out at home and follow the instructions, hopefully will turn out as good as what Lui's is!!
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April 04, 2011 (Apr 4, 2011 5:18pm)
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Agypsy1
(Australia)
It really is a sexy lovely look
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April 04, 2011 (Apr 4, 2011 7:26pm)
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Eskha
(Australia)
Thanks for showing us this look! Being asian it's often tricky to adapt make-up looks so this is great.
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April 04, 2011 (Apr 4, 2011 7:55pm)
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Annyex.
(Australia)
I have almond shaped eyes and getting the right techniques for your features are important! Thank you BH! Liu Wen is such a unique and beautiful model- Im glad she is making 'big' worldwide!
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April 04, 2011 (Apr 4, 2011 8:27pm)
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ToorookaDeb
(Australia)
This Beauty looks Stunning ! I'm Still trying different looks at the moment until I'm Happy with a result I will continue to follow the reviews. Thanks for this article. Very Interesting & Informative.
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April 04, 2011 (Apr 4, 2011 9:55pm)
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Animal Lover
(Australia)
Wow i love this, my eyes arent almond shaped i wish they were though. I love asian eyes, they have the sexiest eyes ever. This model is gorgeous!!!
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April 05, 2011 (Apr 5, 2011 2:34pm)
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Missfio
(Australia)
I saw this on a lady at the shopping centre, went home and gave it a go......it looked horrible, now I have proper instructions its time to try it again...wish me luck peoples
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April 05, 2011 (Apr 5, 2011 8:41pm)
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Narao10
(Australia)
My eyes aren't almond shape, but i love the model, her eyes are stunning!!
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April 06, 2011 (Apr 6, 2011 10:15am)
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Mariek
(Australia)
Love the look as I have almond shaped eyes so this will be traet to wear
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April 06, 2011 (Apr 6, 2011 10:20am)
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Jenniqua
(Australia)
I have almond shaped eyes and I have always done the winged eye look. I am happy with it.
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April 06, 2011 (Apr 6, 2011 11:09am)
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Beautybabe111
(Australia)
Totally love winged eyes, perfect for any occasion, classy, chic, pretty and effortless (okay well maybe not effortless if you don't know what you're doing..)
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April 06, 2011 (Apr 6, 2011 11:14am)
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ruthie11
(Member since 2007, Australia)
This is alot harder than it looks, I can never get the shadow into a perfect/even triangle shape!
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April 08, 2011 (Apr 8, 2011 7:37pm)
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Posted by: Jannz (Australia)
That's a really cool look.
Posted on: April 03, 2011 (Apr 3, 2011 9:15am)