Blue eyeshadow on a redhead?

Question

Hi! I'm hoping to get some help from some of you lovely makeup gurus. :)

I have copper red hair, pale skin, light freckles, and greyish-green/greyish-blue eyes (they change, but they're mostly grey.)

Usually I wear natural, neutral shades of eye makeup, like brown, taupe, gold, etc. It suits me and is flattering, but I am SO BORED of it and would love to wear blue or violet for a change, esp. for special occasions or nights out.

The problem is that whenever I try to wear even just a hint of blue (blended well!) I look so unnatural and gaudy, like a hooker or trannie or something - no offense intended. :) It's so bad I have to take it off and then go back to the same old colours. *sigh*

Is there some kind of trick? Some special way to apply it? I can't figure it out, since those colours are so flattering when I wear them as clothing. :/

Any tips or suggestions would be much appreciated. Thanks!

Answer 1

line ur eyes with a dark liner ur color is great so try a smoky eye mixed with blues or greens for a night out and tone it down for a more casual look and it will really make ur eye color look brighter  

Answer 2

sorry, but blue looks the worst on redheads. you can go a litte boldering with some shimmery black.

Answer 3

i'd go for an olive green, no tricks, just apply it lightly and close to your lashes. good luck!

Answer 4

i think you could pull off the blue, as long as it isn't too bright. if it were a subtle, pale blue you'd be all set. :)

Answer 5

if its not to blue it would be pretty but i think you should stay with natural shades. that is what is in style anyways

Answer 6

sounds cute!

you should also try wearing teal eyeliner