Deep Smokey Eye Look
Deep Smokey Eye Look
The Eyes: A deep, black smokey eye is the foundation, featuring heavily blended matte shadows. For the "Glow" twist, a silver or champagne glitter is pressed onto the center of the lid for a high-shimmer finish.
The Lips: To maintain the look, the lips are a deep, saturated burgundy or plum-black with a high-gloss finish. Ensure the lip line is sharp and the lips are closed for a moody, editorial expression.
The Skin: A velvet-matte base provides a sophisticated "model finish" by balancing oil control with a soft-focus, blurred effect that looks polished both in person and on high-definition cameras.
The Essentials
- Velvet-Matte Foundation
- Black Matte Eyeshadow
- Silver or Champagne Glitter
- Plum-Black Lip Gloss
The Velvet-Matte Base: A velvet-matte foundation creates a "model finish" by blurring textures and preventing shine from distracting from the eye artistry. Dimensional Smokey Eye: A heavy, seamless blend of matte black shadows creates a moody depth that defines the Gothic aesthetic. The "Glam" Focal Point: Pressing silver or champagne glitter onto the center of the lid adds a high-fashion, light-catching shimmer. High-Gloss Contrast: A plum-black lip with a high-gloss finish provides a sharp, editorial contrast against the matte skin.