Tis the season to get smokey

Xmas is drawing near, and I am sure most of you have attended at least one Xmas party. One of my most favourite and glamorous looks for parties are smokey eyes (followed closely by the 'Red Lip' look.) 

There is just something so glamorous and alluring about a smokey eye. It can be played down with neutral colours or you can go all out wearing bold eyes and lips, the choice is yours. 

I treated myself to some retail therapy a few days ago, and was kindly given some complimentary makeup, courtesy of No.7 at Boots. 

As soon as I opened the 'Deco Darling' gift box, I knew these products were perfect for a smokey eye look. I thought I would share how you can make good use of these products too. 

The kit contained:

• Exceptional Definition Mascara in "Black"
• Stay Perfect Lipstick in "Classic Rose"
• Stay Perfect Eyeshadow in "Black Gold"
• Stay Perfect Metallic Eyes Pencil in "Blackest"

 

Get The Look

Unfortunately, the box did not contain a foundation base, so I had to provide my own. 

1. I started by prepping my skin with a moisturiser and a primer. I used 'The Body Shop's Seaweed mattifying day cream' and 'Collection 2000 Primed and Ready' primer. 
2. I applied my foundation on all the necessary areas with a foundation brush. Matte skin is best for this look, so I used 'Chanel Perfection Lumiere in 50 Beige'
3. I started on the eyes by applying the metallic eyes pencil along my top lash line. I made a very thick line from the inner corners to the outer corner. 
4. Then I took a blending brush and used the Stay Perfect eyeshadow to blend the eyeliner. I started on the outer corner of the eyes and blended inwards to get the gradient effect. You can build the colour however much you want.
5. I applied the Metallic Eyes liner again, this time concentrating on keeping the line closer to the lash line (upper and lower lash line.) I used the blending brush to blend the liner again, but this time I didn't use the eyeshadow. 
6. Finish the look by applying two coats of the Intense Volume Mascara. Let the first coat dry before you apply the second coat. You can also opt to use false lashes to add drama.
7. I wiped away any fallout under the eye, then used concealer to brighten the under eye. 
8. Contouring is a must for this look, especially if you are planning on taking pictures. You want to avoid a flat face. I used 'Victoria Jackson bronzing powder' to contour my cheeks. You may use a peach or light pink blush to add colour to your face. 
9. Last but not least apply the Stay Perfect Lipstick onto your lips. Blot your lips with tissue and reapply for a longer wear. 

I have quite a hooded lid, so I didn't take the colour beyond the crease. However you can adapt the look to suit you. If you feel scared to put the colour all over the lid, you can smoke out the liner without apply the eyeshadow all over the lid. 

Hope you like the look, and Good Luck!! 

Stay blessed, Peace!

"Makeup is for now, but beauty is forever"