A swipe of gold shadow, like E.L.F. Long-Lasting Lustrous Eyeshadow, $3, in Toast across your lid and in the crease of your eye is a pretty, subtle take on the gold makeup trend. Do like Gigi Hadid (words to live by) here and pair it with a subtle black liner, white liner on your lower waterline, and a nude-brown lipstick.
The key to this gold eye makeup look is to use multiple shades of gold shadow, like Nars Dual-Intensity Eyeshadow, $29, in Telesto and Himalia. Apply Telesto, a rich gold, over your lid and under your lower lash line. If you want more intense color payoff, apply it wet. Highlight under your brow bone Himalia, a light gold shade.
Colorful brows have become somewhat the norm on the runways the past few seasons, but this genius gold version, done by Pat McGrath, stands out among the greens and blues because it manages to look (somewhat) organic and natural. Plus, it�s a genius way to stand out with your gold makeup when you don't want something expected. To get the same amount of color payoff, try her Gold 001 pigment. If you want to try something a little more subtle, use a liquid glitter eyeliner, like NYX Cosmetics Liquid Crystal Liner, $4.50, in Crystal Gold and use it like you would a brow pencil.
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Gold 001 Eye Makeup
Here's Pat McGrath's Metalmorphosis 005 Kits, $60, in Gold 001, in action -- proving it's not just meant for the runway or red carpet (look at how well it pairs with a cozy turtleneck -- we have some serious sweater envy). To get this gold eye makeup look, combine Mehron Mixing Liquid (included in the gold sequin-padded package) with the gold pigment and use a firm eye shadow brush to apply it all over your lid, extending to your crease and past the outer corner to create a cat eye shape. Voila. You've got the golden ticket to glamour.
If you're looking for a subtle way to incorporate gold makeup into your holiday look, try Jouer Moisturizing Lip Gloss, $13, in Eclipse. It gives lips a shimmery dose of subtle, skin-warming gold and keeps them hydrated -- not sticky -- all night long, so you're fully prepared when the ball drops at midnight.
