Looks – How to Wear Blue Without Going Over the Top!
Posted On: 05/16/08
Posted in: Blue, Looks, Neutral
Quick little look! Thought I’d try a look that incorporates blue but in a subtler way for those who are a little afraid of going all-out in the blue department. The lips took it from subtle to more, though–so opt for nude or light pink lips for a truly subtle look!
It’s my Dad’s birthday (Happy 53rd!), so I’ve got some surprises in store for him (shh, he occasionally happens upon the blog, so I can’t spill the details!). It’s going to be a wickedly warm weekend here in northern California, so I’m gearing up to have some outdoor fun. What about you guys? What do you have in store for tonight and the weekend?
I used Lark About pigment (LE) on lid, Vex eyeshadow on inner lid, Ricepaper eyeshadow on middle of lid, Nylon eyeshadow on outer lid, Soft Brown eyeshadow in outer crease, Satin Taupe eyeshadow on outer crease, Freshwater eyeshadow (very lightly) in outer crease, Ricepaper eyeshadow above crease and on brow, Feline kohl power (LE) on lower lash line, Blue Herizon liquidlast liner on upper lash line, and Kanebo 38+ mascara on lashes. I had Other Worldly blush (LE) on cheeks. I wore Rockocco lipstick (LE) with Cult Fave lipglass (LE) and Apex 3D glass (LE) on my lips.
** These are recommendations for dupes based on permanent colors available — may not necessarily be identical; they are the closest I can think of!
Lark About = Phloof!; Feline = Graphblack; Other Wordly = Honour; Rockcocco = Lady Danger; Cult Fave = Cultured; Apex = Lychee Luxe (not a great dupe)
Friday, May 16, 2008
That is sooooo pretty!! I love how simple but bold it is! :)
Friday, May 16, 2008
Thank you so much, Crystal!
Friday, May 16, 2008
i love the lips on this!! i do bright liner with neutral shadow a lot it is really easy!
Friday, May 16, 2008
I always forget that you can do it, lol!
Thanks!
Friday, May 16, 2008
I love the blue liner on you! It looks sooo pretty. I’m going to try this tonight =) Happy birthday to your dad!!
Friday, May 16, 2008
Thanks so much, Jenny!! :D
Let me know how you like it!
Friday, May 16, 2008
Wow!
Sunday, May 18, 2008
Thanks ;P
Friday, May 16, 2008
That looks so good on you!
I really like blue, but find it a bit hard to pull off. Never thought of doing blue just as a liner, though. I definitely have to try it out :)
Sunday, May 18, 2008
Thanks! :D
You have to try it – I think it’s a great way to get into color without going too far too fast!
Friday, May 16, 2008
Hi Christine!
Thanks for your response – sorry I never saw that entry of yours! I will try it out and see what happens! =)
Another quick question – do you use wordpress? How do you get the rest of the entry to just appear when you click “read rest of entry”? Thanks in advance!
PS. I like this look on you!
Sunday, May 18, 2008
No problem, Jeannie!! :)
I do use Wordpress, there is something called a “more” tag that you just insert (there’s a button to click on in the editor).
Friday, May 16, 2008
Love it!! Great look, and happy to see something kinda different! I love looks like this, Aqualine is a good one for this too because it just seems to glow! Your lip color is amazing also by the way!
Sunday, May 18, 2008
Thanks, Lindsay! Yep, Aqualine is a really good choice, too :)
Friday, May 16, 2008
Happy Birthday, Daddy Christine!=)
It’s a long weekend here in Canada. So, I might just stay home and enjoy it.
P.S I really love this look!<3
Sunday, May 18, 2008
He says, thanks!
Ohh, very fun. Enjoy the long weekend!
Thanks!
Friday, May 16, 2008
Wow, what a fun look, I love it! I have liquidlast in green play so I will try and do a green version one of these days! Looks awesome!
Sunday, May 18, 2008
Thanks, Winnie! Ohh, Greenplay is one of my favorites :D
Friday, May 16, 2008
I really want to try this idea! I think this would be a good way to wear a bright funky color to work – just a frisky little peek of color to perk up the day. :)
You look so lovely in this color!!
Sunday, May 18, 2008
Exactly ;)
Thanks, Jennifer!!
Friday, May 16, 2008
Just an FYI– Loreal HIP eyeshadows have a blue duo out in the drugstores. It’s a good starter for ppl experimenting with blues. One’s a denim blue hue and the other more a dark teal. Works great with brown eyes.
Sunday, May 18, 2008
Thanks for sharing this tip, Robin!
Friday, May 16, 2008
It goes good with your tank top!
Sunday, May 18, 2008
Thanks, Lydia!
Friday, May 16, 2008
Totally adorable!
Sunday, May 18, 2008
Thank you, Erin :D
Friday, May 16, 2008
This weekend is an awesome rave-type of party, got a friend visiting from SF, another friend’s birthday dinner, and no other responsibilities whatsoever! Yay!
Sunday, May 18, 2008
Sounds like you have a very fun weekend in store for you!! Have the utmost fun :D
Friday, May 16, 2008
Amazing! I love blues, and this is a great blue look but not too dramatic either! Love it!
Sunday, May 18, 2008
Thanks so much, Brittany!
Friday, May 16, 2008
So pretty! Blue Herizon is one of my favourites! :D
Sunday, May 18, 2008
Thanks, Stacey! Mine too :D I love the liquidlast liners, even though they can be tough to work with!
Friday, May 16, 2008
I’m in NorCal as well. Yay Area!
I love that pop of blue.it’s gorgeous
Sunday, May 18, 2008
Nice, Kensie! Hope you’ve been staying cool :)
Thanks!
Friday, May 16, 2008
Gorgeous!!
Sunday, May 18, 2008
Thanks, Vivien!
Saturday, May 17, 2008
Georgeous look! Love the lip color and the blue liner.
Sunday, May 18, 2008
Thanks so much, Gio! :D Do you wear blue liner?
Saturday, May 17, 2008
Love it, I have to admit I’m a wee bit scared of blue shadow for fear of looking a bit 80s but this subtle look is really nice, you look amazing :)
Sunday, May 18, 2008
Thanks, Chica! I hope you’ll try adding some blue into your life by using liner :)
Saturday, May 17, 2008
This looks so fresh on you, love it!
That lipcolor suits you very well. Maybe I can still find Apex at the cco, I´ll be going next week.
Sunday, May 18, 2008
Thanks so much, Nell! Ohh, good luck!!
Saturday, May 17, 2008
is it the lipstick or one of the glosses that makes your lip color so watermelonly? or is it a combo of all 3?
what is a good lipstick with a watermelon color?
i love the look, by the way!
Sunday, May 18, 2008
It’s probably the lipstick, because I applied it sheerly and it’s a pop of red with a touch of pink in it.
Rozz Revival is watermelon on me, though red on others, and it was LE. You might want to try Vegas Volt (may be too coral) or Eager (may be too pink-red).
Saturday, May 17, 2008
Happy Birthday Mr. Christine! LOLOLOL
I love BLUE! I like to use Clear Water on my lower lash line for some pop.
Sunday, May 18, 2008
lol!
Thank you so much! Clear Water is very pretty to use!
Saturday, May 17, 2008
Very nicelook! I do this a lot, but with a bright purple instead :D
Sunday, May 18, 2008
Hey Kat!
Thanks so much! What bright purple do you use?
Saturday, May 17, 2008
the lip colour is stunning!!! im still wondering how to get that effect!
Sunday, May 18, 2008
It’s all about layering lipsticks with lipgloss!
Sunday, May 18, 2008
Love the lips! Happy Birthday to your dad! THE 17TH IS MY DAD’S BIRTHDAY TOO!!
Sunday, May 18, 2008
Happy birthday to your dad, too!!
Thanks!
Sunday, May 18, 2008
Wow, this looks great. I’m not a fan of colored eyeliner but this looks awesome. Good job! I’m inspired!
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Thanks, Dawn! I’m flattered it was inspiring!
Monday, May 19, 2008
love it… i wish i could get my lip color to be that bright. still working on it!
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Thanks, Rose! :D
Good luck!
Thursday, May 22, 2008
wah! love it. i did a similar look the year the liquidlasts came out but with fewer shadows (shroom, sable and summer neutral) but ended up selling blue herizon because i hardly ever used it. this makes me really wish i hadn’t! the blue makes brown eyes sparkle.
Thursday, May 22, 2008
Awesome! I bought like… ALL of the liquidlasts, but I so rarely use them. I swapped a bunch, too.