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.
