How to Get a Soft, Smoky Eye


Updated 04/15/11 4:00 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

How to Do a Soft, Smoky Eye

Smoky eyes are always a go-to, but sometimes they can feel a bit heavy during warmer weathered months. For a lighter take on the look, check out Lake Bell's version of a subtly smoky eye, which she recently wore to an event in New York. What makes her eye makeup so pretty is the fact that the shades used are within the same color family, but with different textures and varying intensities. Easily Read more

Put on Some Purple For Spirit Day


Updated 10/21/10 5:17 PM · Posted by · 6 comments

Wear Purple Makeup For Spirit Day

If you haven't seen it on Facebook, today is Spirit Day, honoring the LGBT kids who've committed suicide in recent months. Purple represents Spirit on the rainbow flag, and wearing the color is a good way to show your support and commitment to change. Even if you didn't walk out of the house today wearing violet, you can remedy that now by sweeping on some aubergine eye shadow or some plum Read more

Love It or Hate It? Lily Allen's Intensely Purple Eye Makeup


Updated 09/09/10 8:05 PM · Posted by BellaSugar · 14 comments

Picture of Lily Allen Wearing Heavy Purple Eye Shadow

There's no denying Lily Allen is experimental with her beauty looks, from her ever-changing hair color to her Betty Boop curls. Last night at a Fashion's Night Out event in London, Lily went for something bold and unique yet again. But this time, it was all about the makeup, as she was seen wearing this heavy on the purples eye shadow look. What do you think of the profusion of purple? Is it Read more

5 Tips For Wearing a Lovely Lilac Shadow


Updated 04/13/10 2:05 PM · Posted by BellaSugar · 0 comments

How to Wear Lilac Eye Shadow

Lilacs are in bloom outside, so why not bring their color to your eyes? Not only does purple make green and brown eyes glow, but when paired with simple makeup, it's a trendy option for blue-eyed beauties, too. Here are a few tips for wearing a lovely lilac: For cool-toned skin: For a fun twist, look for a shadow with a hint of silver sparkle. Bare Escentuals' Eye Color in Hyacinth ($13), a Read more

Love It or Hate It? Keri Russell's Muted Purple Makeup


Updated 01/21/10 8:22 AM · Posted by BellaSugar · 13 comments

Keri Russell at the Extraordinary Measures Premiere 2010-01-20 12:00:41

Keri Russell has the natural-girl look down pat, so it's no surprise that she wore muted makeup to last night's premiere of Extraordinary Measures. A soft lilac shadow, which completely encircled the eyes from lids to lower lashes, stood out as the focus of the look. The addition of a matte pink lipstick and pop-of-pink blush completed the subdued style. What do you think of Keri's purple-toned Read more

Love It or Hate It? Jenna Elfman's Purple Peepers


Updated 01/16/10 1:24 PM · Posted by BellaSugar · 13 comments

Picture of Jenna Elfman on David Letterman

Art imitates life for Jenna Elfman. Her character on Accidentally on Purpose is expecting, and so is Jenna. With this cool-toned eye makeup look, which Jenna wore on last night's Late Show With David Letterman, she proves that this hot mama is willing to wear some daring styles. We all know that purple eye shadows complement green eyes, but tell us this: are you loving Jenna's violet-hued shadow, Read more

You Can Look Pretty in Purple Shadow, Too


Updated 11/20/09 10:44 AM · Posted by BellaSugar · 12 comments

How to Wear Purple Eye Shadow

Emma Stone sure knows how to glam it up, doesn't she? At last night's GQ Men of the Year event in LA, the actress wowed in this subtle lavender shadow. Encircling the eyes with makeup can look raccoon-like, but Emma manages to pull it off, thanks to a light touch and a soft-toned shade. The great thing about this cooler-toned shade is that it looks great during all seasons, and it just happens to Read more

Trend Alert: Purple Peepers


Updated 04/22/09 3:49 PM · Posted by BellaSugar · 20 comments

Purple Eye Shadow

First it's purple hair and now I'm talking purple eyes. Purple is one of those versatile shades that can be bright, playful, sultry, and subtle, depending on the finish and depth of color. Purple also makes green eyes pop, brown eyes brighter, and gives blue eyes a cool iciness. Katie Holmes, Kate Hudson, and Emmy Rossum opted for and soft lilac tone for a lightening effect; Audrina Patridge went Read more

Beauty Blooper: My Makeover Malfunction


Updated 02/01/10 10:46 AM · Posted by BellaSugar · 44 comments

Beauty Blooper:  My Makeover Malfunction

Since I have green eyes, I've always been told that purple shades of eye shadow would be a great way to make my eyes pop. So a couple of days ago I went to the drugstore and bought a creamy purple shadow and a deep purple eyeliner. As I was doing my makeup for a night out with my girlfriends, I wasn't completely sold on my new look, but I thought I'd get my friends' opinion before tossing my Read more