13 colourful eyeshadow looks that aren’t impossible to recreate

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13 colourful eyeshadow looks that aren’t impossible to recreate

If the loudest colour your eyeshadow brush touches is the silver at the bottom of a near-empty neutral shade, it’s time to mix it up. 

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Step away from your routine 50 shades of brown and explore the untouched electric blues, fluoro yellows and pigmented pinks that have been neglected in your palette for far too long. 

Because while we agree the thought of debuting your latest bold eye look in the office might be a bit daunting, there’s no better time to take it for a spin than over the one weekend where beauty guidelines are strictly abiding by a “more is more” policy: Mardi Gras.

Take a look at these 13 bright and colourful eye looks — from vibrant liners to pastel rainbows — for all the inspiration you need. 

Graphic Liner

Who said eyeliner was bound to the lash line? Unleash your inner artist and create showstopping paint strokes with the help of a bright liquid liner.

bh recommends: essence long lasting eye pencil

Image credit: @patrickta

 

Silver Shadow

For a chic Tin Man vibe, we love this glossy, metallic silver lid. 

bh recommends: Maybelline New York EyeStudio Color Tattoo 24H Metal Eye Shadow

 

Blue shadow

This soft, grey/blue is the perfect way to experiment with colour and remain a little subtle while doing so. Open your eyes right up with a white liner along the bottom lash line and bring the drama with bold, false lashes. 

bh recommends: essence kajal pencil kaja

 

blue liner

Hot tip: you may need a stiff drink to steady your hand before attempting these perfect lines.

@nikki_makeup

 

pink

Enjoy this one-stop-shop with shadow so impressive you can even skip the mascara…

@mary_dav

 

yellow

For the ‘everywhere but the lid’ look.

@morgane_martini 

liner

Flip traditional eye makeup rules on their head and create drama along the bottom lash line. 

Image via @giselle_makeup2

 

Green

Accentuate the pop of colour in your outfit by matching it to your dazzling lids.

Via @mary_dav

bh recommends: M.A.C Eye Shadow in Mint Condition

 

 

 

blue and green

Why settle for one bright colour when you don’t have to? This glossy, shimmer blue and green look from @mary_dav proves that there really are no rules when it comes to colour mixing. 

 

rainbow

Mix and match metallic and matte shadows with this rainbow Paddlepop-esque look.

Image via: @mary_dav

 

g&g

The Aussie green and gold never looked so chic. This colour combo is particularly flattering if you’re lucky enough to be blessed with sparkling hazel eyes.

@nikki_makeup

 

electric blue

You don’t need to be a professional to master a vibrant eye with impact. If you aren’t feeling overly confident in your skills, stick to one colour and apply it across and under the lid. Blend out with a slightly darker shade on the outer corners and in the crease. And voila, you’re done.

@sirjohn

 

nikki

Just when we thought there was nothing cute about pink eye, @nikki_makeup is here to prove us wrong…

 

Main image credit: @nikki_makeup
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  1. Omg, inspo right here! Adore cobalt blue under the lower lash line (on tanned and darker skin tone is stunning!), the lizard eye girl with pink/red eye look and the grey-blue eye. Sooooo amazing!

  2. Some wild bold looks here and I actually like most of them. I wouldn't wear them but I'm not holding anyone back from trying and would be happy to apply like this if someone was keen 🙂

  3. I don't really love any of these. I think women should be allowed to express themselves however they want to, and at whatever age they are! But these looks are just not for me.

  4. Whilst I wouldn't attempt any of these looks myself, I don't mind a brighter eyeshadow look. I wore various shades of purple with a bit of light gold in the inner corner last night to an event & I was pleased with how it turned out. It was subtle enough for my liking, yet still bolder than what I normally reach for. It gave me confidence to play around with more colours in the palette, that's for sure.

  5. They look great on the models, but I'm pretty boring when it comes to eyeshadow looks. I like good old natural tones, sometimes a bronzed eye if I'm going out somewhere special.

  6. I love wearing colourful eye makeup, even if it's just a green, violet or teal eyeliner. I love wearing all shades of eyeshadow, but violet is one of my favourite shades.

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