Happy Thursday! Aren’t you so happy it’s almost the weekend? Okay, so before I start into this post, let me just preface by saying that, A. I don’t think I look like Bridget Bardot, and B. I know that my dramatic eye makeup isn’t identical to that of Bridet Bardot’s famous smoky cat eye look, but that is why the title “Inspired By” is so appropriate: I was inspired, therefore I interpreted and created my own version of her look. :)
To honest, I don’t usually take a lot of time with my makeup, but lately I have become more and more interested in learning the tricks of the trade (more to come on that soon). So, the other day, I needed a break from staring at my computer screen, so instead I stared into a mirror for thirty minutes, and worked on perfecting my version of the seductive/dramatic eye.
This is what I came up with…
I didn’t use a ton of product besides eyeliner, and just stuck with pale pinks on my lids and lips. I drew a couple coats of heavy liner across my eye, lined the bottom with a black pencil liner and finished the look off with many coats of black mascara. To add just a bit of color, I swiped some light pink gloss on my lips, et voila!
{Don’t be too frightened by this photo. I promise, I don’t usually walk around with this facial expression on my face. I think the flash might have shocked my eyes.. just a tad.}
Needless to say, I felt very glamorous when I was done, even though I was wearing shorts and a crop top.
What is your favorite makeup style?
What look makes you feel like a million bucks?
10 responses so far ↓
1 Anna-Jayne // Jul 29, 2010 at 7:04 am
Hi! Love this look on you. Just wanted to say that I love your blog. I came across it via Keiko’s and have been reading for a while but have yet to comment on anything. Keep it up! xxx
2 Nicole // Jul 29, 2010 at 8:12 am
Wow, gorgeous!
I’m minimal on makeup as well, but will line my eyes with an olive eyeshadow. It’s dark, but not too dramatic for everyday. I love this look for a special occasion!
I feel like a million bucks simply with lined eyes (dramatic or otherwise) and fresh bangs – my best accessory ;)
3 Christina // Jul 29, 2010 at 9:47 am
I love drawing the extended line at the edge of my eye, creating a cat-like effect. I actually do my eye makeup like that everyday. Whether or not it holds out is another story.
4 Katie // Jul 29, 2010 at 10:16 am
I love it! I keep trying to master that look – and keep failing miserably! It looks great on you.
5 Hitha // Jul 29, 2010 at 10:57 am
Love this makeup look! A great smoky eye always makes me feel like a million bucks :)
6 Liz // Jul 29, 2010 at 1:56 pm
Gorgeous! I think all your missing is the big hair!
7 Kat // Jul 29, 2010 at 2:41 pm
This came out great Christine! You should definitely rock this next time you’re going out on the town. :)
8 Elle // Jul 29, 2010 at 3:03 pm
Oh, you look gorgeous! Great job! The first pic is VERY bridget bardot. I especially love the hints of sheer pink. Maybe I will have to start taking tips from you- I am the laziest make-up applier ever and don’t usually get past mascara and lip gloss… so boring!
9 Laney // Jul 29, 2010 at 6:25 pm
You look gorg! I’m assuming our fire escape photos didn’t turn out? My bad!
10 K. Shanks // Jul 31, 2010 at 12:46 pm
This is the first time I have read your blog but I love all the looks I have seen! This is truly amazing and I hope you post more makup tips in the future! I wish you well and you inspire me to keep working with my passion no matter what people say.
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