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5 Summery Peachy-Pink Eyeshadows

5 Summery Peachy-Pink Eyeshadows

5 Summery Peachy-Pink Eyeshadows

This is one of my favorite colors to wear! As someone with a warmer undertone, this type of color is flattering--it brightens, warms up, and looks (fairly) natural on. I can do a quick sweep on the lid, or I can incorporate it with other shades like golds, oranges,...

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5 Just Peachy Eyeshadows

5 Just Peachy Eyeshadows

5 Just Peachy Eyeshadows

Peach! What an interesting color--sometimes peach can read almost pink-peach, but I think it's closer to yellow/orange with a general lightness that keeps it from being categorized as a yellow or orange. Here are my top five picks for peachy eyeshadows...

  1. theBalm Luscious Lani...

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5 Perfectly Cool-Toned Pink Eyeshadows

5 Perfectly Cool-Toned Pink Eyeshadows

5 Perfectly Cool-Toned Pink Eyeshadows

Cool-toned pinks tend to be blue-based, and when they're on the lighter end of the spectrum, you'll find they're described as cotton candy or bubblegum pink, while when they're on the darker end of the spectrum, they are often fuchsia or magenta.

  1. MAC Seedy Pearl --...

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5 Beautiful Cool-Toned Brown Eyeshadows

5 Beautiful Cool-Toned Brown Eyeshadows

5 Beautiful Cool-Toned Brown Eyeshadows

Cool-toned browns tend to lean just a little gray, but not gray enough to become taupe.

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5 Forbidden Burgundy Eyeshadows

5 Forbidden Burgundy Eyeshadows

5 Forbidden Burgundy Eyeshadows

Burgundy eyeshadows can look really lovely and add a lot of drama to any eye look. I love wearing it in the crease paired with a soft gold or brown.

  1. Laura Mercier Deep Garnet -- rich, velvety burgundy
  2. MAC Deep Damson -- deep burgundy-brown
  3. Inglot #452 -- burgundy berry with...

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5 Luxurious Blue-Teal Eyeshadows

5 Luxurious Blue-Teal Eyeshadows

5 Luxurious Blue-Teal Eyeshadows

Love teal but need it to be bluer, rather than greener?  Consider these five favorites...

  1. Guerlain Les Aquas -- blue-teal with a golden shimmer-sheen
  2. Inglot #338 -- rich, deep blue-based teal with a matte finish
  3. Urban Decay Electric -- vibrant blue with a teal edge
  4. Inglot...

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5 Subtle Highlighting Eyeshadows

5 Subtle Highlighting Eyeshadows

5 Subtle Highlight Eyeshadows

When it comes to choosing a highlighter, the best kind tend to have a satin-like finish--not too frosted or shimmery, but not entirely matte, because it will reflect light without looking metallic. Both matte and more shimmery highlighters have their place, though :)...

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5 Bright Yellow Eyeshadows

5 Bright Yellow Eyeshadows

5 Bright Yellow Eyeshadows

Reader Mindy suggested this post, and here are my top five yellow eyeshadows... honestly, it was pretty easy, because there aren't nearly as many bright yellow eyeshadows in my repertoire as one might think!  I look forward to seeing your favorites to find some new...

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5 True Blue Eyeshadows

5 True Blue Eyeshadows

5 True Blue Eyeshadows

Blue eyeshadow is such an empowering shade to wear, because it's so often the, "No way!" shade.  It's vibrant and intense and there are so many good ones available!  If you're hesitant to wear blue eyeshadow, try wearing it with neutrals--perhaps a little blue in the crease...

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5 Midnight Navy Blue Eyeshadows

5 Midnight Navy Blue Eyeshadows

5 Midnight Navy Blue Eyeshadows

This type of shade is popular, and there are so many wonderful versions available!  These are five of my favorites, from high-end to budget-friendly.

  1. Le Metier de Beaute Lapis
  2. MAC Deep Truth
  3. Make Up For Ever #308
  4. NYX Kiss in Casablanca
  5. Inglot #428

What's your favorite navy...

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