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One spring beauty trend I read about in Allure’s February 2008 issue was soft, gray eyeshadow to create a softer alternative to the smoky eye. It’s really beautiful and a look that anyone can pull off easily. That’s right, we gals can pull off high fashion designer beauty looks right in our bathrooms too! 
To keep it subtle, I used one gray-tone shadow and applied Alum all over the lids and a highlight shade on the brow bone. Eyeliner is optional, but for me I used a black liner to make my eyes pop a little more and applied the silver-glittery end of the Heatherette Phone Me / Text Me dual pencil to the bottom waterline.
Get this look with MAC with some help from the Heatherette collection:
Eyes:
- Beige-ing shadestick
- Alum eyeshadow
- Modest Tone eyeshadow
- Phone Me/Text Me Dual Edge Eye Pencil (Heatherette)
- Cover Girl Lash Blast mascara in Black
Cheeks:
- Sweetness beauty powder blush
Lips:
- Benefit d’finer d’liner Invisible Lip Liner
- Style Minx lipglass (Heatherette)
I decided to finish my look with a fuschia lippie, a must to brighten up any foggy San Francisco day! And sorry for the uber-pale photo - the matching gray dress washed me out a little bit? Note to self, learn camera settings and adjust…
On March 27th, 2008 Mrs. Lynne, MakeupFix.net said:
Love it Lilan! Your shirt totally looks Alum-like! And look at those pouters!! You are definitely turning heads mi’lady!
On March 27th, 2008 Critty said:
Looks great! I love that you paired it with the bright pink lippy - gorgeous!
On March 27th, 2008 kia said:
i love your look esp those knock out lips..
i’m all about grey eyeshadow and polish and patent leather shoes hhhaha! but i have to play with the look more to see how it actually works on me. great post!
On March 27th, 2008 Lilan said:
Hi Mrs. Lynne,
You know what’s funny is, I had an outfit all planned out, but when I did my makeup with the gray eyes, I was like, hmmm, I’m going to wear something different to match my makeup!! LOL - do you ever do that?
On March 27th, 2008 Lilan said:
Hi Critty,
Thank you! I really love bright pinks lately. I’ve never been into them before, but the first time I did wore it to work, I felt so sassy and liberated, you just can’t turn back!
Do you have a favorite lippie that makes you feel that way?
On March 27th, 2008 Lilan said:
Ooo, patent leather gray shoes, Kia?? Hook a sista up! I haven’t seen any lately
Can’t wait to see your gray shadow look too!
On March 27th, 2008 Vanessa said:
I have always loved grey (or gray), it’s such a safe color in between white and black and really pairs well with anything! My favorite gray eyeshadow from MAC is Cumulus.
Love the look and “Style Minx” looks great on you! Can’t wait to (hopefully) see you in San Fran! I will definitely call ya!
On March 27th, 2008 Mrs. Lynne, MakeupFix.net said:
Yup, I do. Because sometimes I’ll have something in my mind and then I do my face and it doesn’t match. But when in doubt, I just go black, lol.
On March 27th, 2008 Brittany said:
Hmmmm, gray eyeshadow. Now that’s a thought! Must try thiiiiis.
On March 27th, 2008 Jennifer said:
First of all…I love the grey eyeshadow trend for Spring too! Second of all, now I know I’m not the only one who chooses her makeup to brighten a dreary day! Yay!
Great blog!
On March 27th, 2008 Beautytalk said:
I finally gave in and bought Style Minx yesterday. I love it! You look sooo adorable! I’m going to have to try this combo now that I have style minx
On March 27th, 2008 Lilan said:
Hi Vanessa,
Gray really does go well with everything - I’ve never tried Cumulus, I’ll check it out next time I’m at the MAC counter
Hope to see you in SF soon!
On March 27th, 2008 Lilan said:
Ha Mrs. Lynne! I always wear black! It’s pretty rare that I’m in any color. It’s always just black, white, cream or gray
What color did you wear today with your makeup?
On March 27th, 2008 Lilan said:
Try it, Brittany! I can’t wait to see on your newly designed site!
On March 27th, 2008 Lilan said:
Hi Jennifer,
You definitely have to let makeup cheer up your day - it really makes a difference in your mood, I think! Where do you live? Is the weather still dreadful where you are?
On March 27th, 2008 Lilan said:
Hi Beautytalk,
I’m so glad you picked up Style Minx! Did you adopt anything else with it?
Do a gray FOTD on your site - can’t wait to see it!
On March 27th, 2008 Jennifer said:
Hi Lilan!
I live about a half hour outside of DC. Let me tell you, I am ready for some warm Spring weather. It rained today and was blah…applied my pink sheer lippie and everything was better! Kind of like when I read your blog! : )
On March 27th, 2008 Mrs. Lynne, MakeupFix.net said:
Girl, I didn’t wear makeup today, lol. Well, actually, I just finished my 80s look but I didn’t go out sporting it, lol! But I always opt for black or white or semi-matching tank.
On March 27th, 2008 Lilan said:
Hey Jennifer,
Ah, the East Coast.. you have the lovely seasons, including cold winters! I hate to tell you, but it’s been relatively nice in San Francisco. Aside from the ranging microclimates we’ve been getting steady 60-ish degree weather and some sun! Yay!!
What’s your favorite sheer pink lippies these days? Mine is Lancome’s Pixel Pink - had to snag that one up before it sold all out!
On March 27th, 2008 Lilan said:
Oh, I haven’t done my 80s look yet - sooo procrastinating on that one. I would ask what you went with but I want to be surprised!!
On March 27th, 2008 Jennifer said:
Hey again! This is fun! It’s like Makeup Talk With Lilan! : )
My favorite way to do sheer pink is to take Bobbi Brown’s Rose lipstick, apply it with a light touch and then put her sheer balm on the top.
I keep meaning to check out the Pixel Pink, I hope it isn’t sold out yet! I’ll have to check my local Lancome counter this weekend.
I’ll try to not be too envious of your gorgeous weather! ; )
On March 28th, 2008 Karen said:
Hot stuff! Love the pink lip on you!
On March 29th, 2008 Lilan said:
Hi Jennifer,
I really like Bobbi Brown’s new Creamy Lip Color lipsticks. The formula is really nice - I kind of want another pink shade!!
I also checked the Lancome website and Pixel Pink looks available in case you can’t find it at your counter
Hope you’re having a good weekend so far!
On March 29th, 2008 Lilan said:
Thanks Karen! You rock the pinks pretty darn well yourself