2010 Makeup Trend: How To Create Soft Smoky Eyes

Smoky eyes are now being achieved using softer shades of shadow. Smoky eyes in brown and gold are the most natural options, but can also be created using green and even violet shadows.

How to Create Soft Smoky Eyes

There are MANY ways to achieve the Smoky Eye look. The basic way is to start with 2 colors of shadow. With a basic eyeshadow brush, cover the entire lid with the lighter color, going slightly over the crease. With a crease brush, use the darker color to create a ‘V’ along the crease, pointed at the edge of the lid and back along the upper lashes. Blend the shadows together with a blending brush, feathering the dark color up and out. Make sure to keep the inside of the eye and the brow bone light. For a little more definition and shadowing, take the darker color along the lower lash line using the crease brush. You also might want to go along the crease again with the dark color.
Don’t forget to line your eyes with a similar shade of eyeliner and apply a few coats of mascara.