There are so many colors that could be considered the best eyeshadow color for blue eyes. But here are a few we are loving:  

- Gold, bronze or copper eyeshadow for blue eyes 

- Teal, icy blue, or dark green eyeshadow for blue eyes 

- Burgundy, taupe or purple eyeshadow for blue eyes 

- And of course, neutral or warm brown eyeshadow for blue eyes 

At Laura Mercier, we love the ease and versatility of our Caviar Eyeshadow Sticks. So, instead of purchasing an eyeshadow palette for blue eyes, we suggest trying either our shadow trio or petit duo for shades that can be worn every day or on special occasions. Another tip would be to look for warm neutrals for everyday wear or striking metallics for evening events. 

If you’re looking for the best eyeshadow color for blue eyes and you want recommendations based on your exact style, eye shape and skin tone, you have to try our eye makeup quiz. It’s the easiest way to find the specific shades and products you need in your everyday makeup kit. 

One way to really make your blue green eyes pop is by applying a complementary color. The complementary eyeshadow colors for blue eyes are oranges, bronzes, gold and even peach. To get the most out of your complementary eyeshadow look, consider applying extra mascara to bring even more attention to the eyes. 

Depending on the look you’re aiming for, a lot of eyeshadows will look great on those with fair skin and blue eyes. For a dramatic look, consider a navy or cobalt with intense black mascara. For a daytime look, soft pinks and warm browns are perfect. Try this pink eyeshadow palette for blue eyes when you want something more subtle and feminine. 

Evening eye makeup for blue eyes should include a metallic lid shade, ultra-dark mascara and tightline eyeliner. To start, apply a neutral base color across the entire lid. Next, amp up the intensity with a metallic gold or copper in the center of the lid. From there, smudge your eyeliner close to your lash line and finish with mascara

The best eye makeup for blue eyes features warm neutrals, pops of metallic, shades of blue or orange, and includes eyeliner and mascara. The easiest way to highlight your eye color and create a striking contrast is with eyeliner and mascara–so remember that on the nights your going out. Create complementary eye makeup looks with coppers and orange, go gold with navy or cobalt, stay neutral with warm-toned browns, and remember your undertones. For cool tones, stick to plum and lavender eyeshadow shades. For warm tones, try rust, maroon and coral.  

Those with blue eyes can wear several different makeup looks to get their eyes to pop. Some of our favorites include glittering metallics like bronze and gold, smoked out neutrals, and warm tones like red, orange, and copper. If you want a dramatic eyeshadow for blue eyes, we suggest tightlining with black eyeliner and opting for two coats of mascara. For daytime, stick with nude shadows and subtle shimmer. 

How to do the best makeup for blue eyes will depend on the intensity level, occasion, skin tone, and eye shape. Evening eye makeup for blue eyes may look different than everyday blue eye makeup for fair skin. Luckily, each of our products has application tips and makeup-artist secrets to get the best look out of each product.  

The best eye makeup for blue eyes will be what makes you feel most confident. Here are a few ideas you can try: Pair a neutral brown all over the lid with a champagne shimmer in the inner corners of the eyes for a natural, everyday look. Choose complementary eyeshadow colors for blue eyes like gold, copper or orange and pair it with a winged eyeliner for a dramatic and bold look. For more tips on how to apply the perfect eyeshadow styles for blue eyes, check out our makeup blog.