How To...

The smokey eye has been hanging around fashion town for quite a few seasons. If you are still clueless how to achieve this sultry eye (let me guess, you tried the look and ended up looking like you were punched?) let me help you out. Often times you are using a shadow that is way too dark. You should really stick to softer shades if you're a smokey eye newbie, like brown or gray. First off, follow your lash line and sweep the color just along the rims of your eyes ending a bit past the outer corner. Next, apply a slightly lighter shade to the whole lid (yes, the entire lid), make sure to blend, and smudge past your crease. Line the bottom lid with a lighter shade and viola! No black eye! Instead, sexy-smoldering eyes! Cover Girl has the perfect grays and silver (one is matte and one is a shimmery metallic-brilliant!) and for under $8.