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Green is the rarest of all eye colors—why wouldn’t you want to show it off? Using the right hair color, clothing, and makeup can accentuate your eyes and draw attention to them while you’re out and about.
Here are 9 ways you can bring out your green eyes and make them pop.
Steps
Expert Q&A
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QuestionWhat colors make green eyes pop?Laura MartinLaura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.
Licensed CosmetologistPlum and gold provide powerful contrasts for green eyes. A simple black liner and a swipe of shimmering gold is also a flattering contrast. -
QuestionWhat color shirt brings out green eyes?Laura MartinLaura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.
Licensed CosmetologistContrasting shades like purple, gold, and tan look great with green eyes. They are also flattered by muted greens like olive and pistachio. -
QuestionWhat color eyeshadow do you wear when you have green eyes?Laura MartinLaura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.
Licensed CosmetologistYou can wear most colors but avoid bright greens and blues. Try shades of gray and silver or use a monochromatic purple palette.
Tips
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When you’re planning your green eye-boosting look, be sure to consider how everything will fit together. Red hair and vivid green clothes, for example, can be overwhelming, but red hair with olive green can be more moderate.Thanks
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Matching your eye color should be with accents. Overdoing matching colors can actually overwhelm the natural shade of your eyes.Thanks
References
- ↑ https://www.gq.com/story/how-to-wear-clothes-that-bring-out-your-eye-color
- ↑ https://www.collegefashion.net/fashion-tips/how-to-find-your-perfect-colors/
- ↑ https://www.chicagotribune.com/lifestyles/sc-fam-boost-image-tips-0416-story.html
- ↑ https://graziamagazine.com/articles/which-metal-jewellery-tone-suits-your-skin-eye-colour-hair-best/
- ↑ https://aces.nmsu.edu/pubs/_c/C315/welcome.html
- ↑ https://www.hairworldmag.com/best-hair-colors-make-green-eye-color-pop/
- ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?t=8&v=uzbc0kgkVvI&feature=youtu.be
- ↑ Devorah Kuperland. Makeup Artist. Personal interview. 7 May 2020.
- ↑ https://makeup.lovetoknow.com/Eye_Shadow_for_Brighter_Green_Eyes
- ↑ Devorah Kuperland. Makeup Artist. Personal interview. 7 May 2020.
- ↑ https://makeup.lovetoknow.com/Eye_Shadow_for_Brighter_Green_Eyes
- ↑ Devorah Kuperland. Makeup Artist. Personal interview. 7 May 2020.
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