Eye Color vs. Eyeshadow
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Oct 20, 2011
Tiffany R.
A lot of companies have started coming out with eyeshadow palettes that are supposed to bring out the color of your eyes. I have a Bachelors degree in Fine Arts and had to take several color and design theory classes. What I don't understand is if I have blue eyes, why would I want to apply a blue toned shadow to try and enhance my eye color? Wouldn't that make your eye color look washed out? This makes no sense to me. I have always preferred brown shadows with a warm undertone like red or burgundy to contrast with my eyes. MAC has a deep red shadow that I absolutely love because my blue eyes seem to "pop" when I wear it. Am I thinking about this all wrong?
Oct 20, 2011
Samantha G.
no you aren't. i went to college for graphic arts (and took a few drawing/painting classes on the side) and you're right. if you're following contrasting colors, a coppery shade would make blue eyes pop. i dont understand it either so you're not alone!
Oct 20, 2011
DJ M.
I agree with you ladies! Color theory isn't something you can go around changing up, it is what it is haha. I find it interesting that some companies are coming out with eye-color-specific palettes in general. I once heard a MAC pro artist say (years and years ago) that anyone can wear just above every color, it's about application and placement. I have hazel eyes and obviously some colors enhance the color of my eyes, but my skin tone and eye shape are consistent, so I work to find application techniques that display my eyes on my face in new and better ways. I guess a lot of it comes down to personal choice, confidence, taste, etc. That's just my two cents ;)
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Oct 20, 2011
Samantha G.
you're so right. any eye color can pull off anything! i think companies are just looking for something new to produce. it's just not going well!
Oct 20, 2011
Tiffany R.
Very good point, DJ! And maybe it's like they say...it's not so much the make-up that makes the look, but also the confidence that backs it up. ;o)
Oct 20, 2011
DJ M.
@Samantha Hahaha right?
@Tiffany Definitely ;) If you feel good then what does it matter what marketing companies have to say so they can sell more/new products?