Sexy Evening Eye Makeup

Evening makeup calls for a bit of drama. This is not the time to go au naturel. This is time for a bit of shimmer, eyes that "pop," and lips that seduce.

Play up your eyes and you’ll ensure everyone else’s will be on you. Try these smart how-tos for eye shadow, mascara, pencils, and more in a gallery of dazzling makeup looks.

Mascara Trick

When applying mascara, wiggle the wand back and forth at the lash base. It’s the mascara near the roots―not the tips―that gives the illusion of length.

Lush Lashes

For high-impact, lush lashes, supplement your own with falsies. Use individual false lashes―they're more natural-looking than a full fringe.

Low-Key Day Look

For the most casual daywear, ditch the liner and sweep on taupe eye shadow with a few coats of dark mascara.

Shadow Tip

Matte eye powder has a classic texture that works well on any skin type, so it’s especially good for beginners.

Simple Shadow How-To

For a simple look, run a slanted brush (or a Q-tip) over shadow, then apply in a fine line along the upper lash line.

Best for Blue Eyes

Rich brown eyeliners best complement blue eyes because their warm hues emphasize subtle gold specs in the iris.

For Deep-Set Eyes

Bring out deep-set eyes by applying a light, neutral shadow under the brow bone and at the inner corner of the eye. Line the upper lashes with dark shadow.

For Smaller Eyes

Small eyes with uncreased lids call for an arc of medium-toned color on the lids, blended with a sweep of a brush.

For Thin Lids

For thin lids, apply a lighter shade at the eye’s corner before adding a deeper color to dramatize the eye.