Meryl Streep's vintage frames sweep upward to highlight her cheekbones and make her look younger, while actress Alice Eve's round Mad-Men-inspired frames showcase her big blue eyes. But what do these flattering vintage looks have in common? Good use of eyeliner.
If you're in Meryl's age group, opt for a soft, smudgy liner around all but the inner corners of your eyes. (Try Tarte SmolderEYES Amazonian Clay Waterproof Liner in Brown, $25.) To get Alice Eve's look, apply a black liquid liner along your upper lashline. (Try COVERGIRL LineBlast 24 Hour Eyeliner, $7.99.) Draw a thin line if your frames are thin, and a thick line if your frames are thick. Finish with mascara.
Bonus tip: Farsighted? Your lenses will magnify your work so be precise and blend your makeup well.
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Color play
Sandra Oh and Lisa Loeb like to wear vivid frames in shades of blue and lavender. If you're the same way, you don't need much color on the rest of your face. Just a simple coat of mascara, a tiny bit of liner, and a rosy lipstick will do.
Bonus tip: To keep your glasses from sliding off your face or denting your nose, set your foundation with a little powder first. (Try COVERGIRL Clean Pressed Powder, $6.99.)
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Barely there
Both Diane Lane and Kate Beckinsale prefer rimless glasses, which give them plenty of freedom to play up their eyes. But since these glasses don't frame the face as much, defined brows are a must.
To get them, fill in your natural arch with a brow pencil that's one or two shades lighter than your current hair color. (Try COVERGIRL Brow & Eyemakers Pencil, $3.49.) Should you need help locating your natural arch, invest in a brow kit or see a seasoned brow pro. (The latter is one of the best things I've ever done for myself.)
That old saying "guys don't make passes at girls who wear glasses" is antiquated and lame. However, it's true that if you do wear glasses (and want guys to make passes), you need to remember to spend at least a few minutes on your eye makeup. If you don't, your eyes will all but disappear behind those Foster Grants.
I should know. Whenever my eyes are screaming for a break from contacts, I slip on my glasses and instantly notice a difference -- my eyes become invisible behind the specs and I need to tweak my makeup accordingly. Not a big deal at all, but it's a necessary one.
As seen on bespectacled celebrities and trendsetters, the tiniest bit of makeup can make a difference between geeky and gorgeous. (But, it's a happy medium -- you don't want to look like an oversexed librarian.) Consult the following looks for proper inspiration, along with tips on how to tailor your makeup to your frames.
