Rather than lining the perimeter of the eye, rim only part of it with a pigmented pencil eyeliner on the lid, tapering the line towards the inner corners. On the bottom, draw a thick stroke below the waterline, starting half an inch from the outer corner. Skip mascara so the unique shape stands out.
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Modern mod
The John Galliano Spring 2018 show was full of eye pencil inspiration. One of our favorite looks was this cool twist on mod eye makeup. Leave off the white eyeshadow and define the eye socket with a thick stroke of black pencil, connecting it to the outer corner with a flick. Don't worry if the line isn't perfectly crisp, a lived-in effect keeps it cool.
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Pretty in pastels
Use a pastel eyeliner pencil to finish off a glittery eye look. It's bold, but the soft shimmering colors all work together, making it perfect for an evening out. First, sweep on thick strokes of silver and green eyeshadow, then enhance the bottom of the eye with a pale blue eyeliner, like Natasha Denona Eye Liner Pencil, $18. Go full-out with a few individual lashes on the lower lash line.
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Soften a flick
All cat eyes do not require liquid liner. Try a new approach by using a black pencil eyeliner on the upper lash line, extending the stroke out to form a wing. Instead of a sharp finish, use a chocolate brown eyeshadow to smudge the line. It looks romantic and saves you from having to draw the ticks at identical angles.
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Experiment with shapes
A basic cat eye flick this is not. Rather than sticking with one shape, play around with flicks, chevrons and ticks. This look would still be striking with black eye pencil, but a shot of red liner, like the Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Eye Pencil, $20, adds extra dimension. Be bold.
