Accentuate the eyes to create a sophisticated yet sultry look
Wedding season is in full swing and this week I wanted to show you a step-by-step tutorial on how to create a sophisticated and sultry evening look by using neutral eyeshadow, false lashes and a nude lip. I started by evening out my complexion with a medi
A professional makeup artist, hair stylist and fashion stylist, Vancouver-based Nadia Albano has been doing makeovers for more than a decade. Albano says her ability ‘to see the big picture and actually make it happen’ is the key to her success at helping women and men look their best. STEP 1
Using my finger, I dabbed on the MAC Paint Pot in Soft Ochre and blended it onto my entire eye lid up to the brow bone.
STEP 2
Using the Stila Perfect Me Perfect Hue Eye and Cheek Palette, I applied a medium brown eyeshadow Spontaneous into the contour of my crease using a crease brush to blend it in. This creates depth and dimension to the eye shape.
STEP 3
To define and elongate my eyes, I used the Make Up For Ever Aqua XL waterproof eye pencil in M-14 to draw on a thick cat-eye liner.
STEP 4
I dipped my pencil brush into a charcoal-grey eyeshadow and buffed it along the lash line to soften blend out the liner, and to create a smoky effect.
STEP 5
To intensify the look I rimmed the waterline with Make Up For Ever Aqua XL waterproof eye pencil in M14.
STEP 6
Before applying false lashes, I measured them first against your eyes and trimmed off excess length from the outer corners. I used Revlon latex-free lash glue along the strip and left it to set for a few seconds until the glue felt tacky. I used tweezers to place the strip lashes as comfortably and closely to the natural lash line as possible. Once secure, I curled my lashes with the Sheseido eyelash curler, then coat them with black mascara.
STEP 7
Because the eyes are the focus, I suggest selecting a lip shade that is neutral in colour for a more demure look. I’m wearing Stila Stay All Day Liquid Lipstick in Caramello.