Gothic smoky eyes were my favorite makeup look throughout my teen years. I did not spare black matte eyeshadow and eye kohl, smudging them all over my eyelids and not caring about the final results. I liked following only one makeup rule – the blacker, the best! And don't even get me started about my eyebrow routine, because there was none. Black eyeshadow and eyebrow absence were fascinating completion of my rebellious grungy outfit.
Many years, hundreds of YouTube videos, and dozens of makeup lessons later I have finally mastered or at least moved toward my ideal smoky eye look. That's one great thing about aging, isn't it? I like to call this makeup the Nocturnal Eyes. Highlighted brow bone and eye corners, black matte eyeshadow, and incredible dramatic double eyeliner. Today I'm going to show you how to create this charming smoky eye makeup, which will look amazing for a night out with green, brown, and even blue eyes.
- Like any other makeup look, start your Goth smoky eyes with a nice eyeshadow primer. If you don't have primer use a tiny amount of concealer or foundation, apply the product all over your eyelid, and spread it with your ring finger.
- Fill in your eyebrows using a dark brown or black pencil. Black smoky eye makeup demands well-defined, neatly filled eyebrows. You can follow my easy step-by-step eyebrow tutorial and learn how to shape your eyebrows in no time.
- Highlight your brow bone and inner corners of your eyes with satin white eyeshadow. To intensify black eyeshadow and make it last all day long on your skin, apply matte black eye kohl all over your eyelid. Smudge the corners of the black base with a soft synthetic brush.
- To make the transition between a white eyebrow highlighter and a black eyelid color, apply a matte gray eyeshadow to the crease. Blend the color with a fluffy blending brush. On the top of the black eye, kohl applies dark gray shimmer eyeshadow and blends it with the crease color.
- For the outer corner use highly-pigmented black eyeshadow and apply it in V-shape. I like to use smaller brushes for precision. Blend it together with a dark gray color.
- The next step will add even more drama to your look – tighlighting the upper and lower waterline. I suggest you use a waterproof eye pencil for tighlighting. For the bottom lash line use black matte eyeshadow and apply some dark gray shimmers as well. Blend both colors together.
- Now it is time for a liquid eyeliner. I like to draw a bold cat wing from the start of the inner corner of my eyes. This trick will make them look longer and almond-shaped. Draw the bold eyeliner and the second wing right under the first one. The second wing should repeat the shape and direction of your cat's eye but be a little bit smaller.
- Cur the lashes, apply a few coats of your favorite curling mascara, and apply false lashes. Clean up the mess and conceal any dark circles under your eyes with a good concealer. Your goth smoky eye makeup look is done, how do you like it?
Wrapping Up...
Wondering what bold lip look goes with such dark, dramatic eye makeup? You can wear subtle, nude shades and clear lip glosses to balance the look, or go for cherry-red lipstick. Sheer fuchsia, baby pink, and keen shades of ripe berries also go well with strong eye makeup. This time I've decided to wear bright red lipstick with shiny lip gloss on the top. And what do you think of this look? Do you like intense smokey eye makeup?
Start building your wardrobe around these edgy and rebellious alt fashion trends, because some of them are going to stay with us till the end of the year.
From left to right: Valentino, Miu Miu, Oscar de la Renta
- Red Coats
It is not easy to stay warm and stylish at the same time, but everything is possible with a red coat trend. Shades of delicious red color were seen in almost every runway collection this fashion season. But hot red coats are going to be one of the biggest trends of the winter 2019 season. Floor-length, medium, or short coat – choose the one you like the most and stay warm and sexy this winter.
From left to right: Giambattista Valli, Derek Lam, Valentino
- Modest Fashion
A theologian Douglas Wilson once said: that modest and attractive is an art form; and fashion designers Derek Lam and Giambattista Valli proved this statement once again, dressing their models in charming long dresses and layering over cardigans. Dressing humble and rebelliously might be challenging, so only a real fashionista with exceptional taste can solve the puzzle. And, in my opinion, this makes a fashion game even more interesting!
From left to right: Marc Jacobs, Stella McCartney, Balmain
- Lingerie Dressing
One of the most daring and scandalous fashion styles makes a huge comeback for the winter 2018 season. And yes, I'm talking about my favorite lingerie-as-an-everyday-wear style, which became insanely popular over the past few years.
“Lingerie is so closely connected to the body that blurring the lines between innerwear and outerwear is a sign of confidence and the freedom to express how you feel,” states a creative director of La Perla, Julia Haart. We all want to feel comfy and warm in winter, but how can you say no to these gorgeous see-through ruffles and laces?
From left to right: Balenciaga, Dries Van Noten, Dolce & Gabbana
- Eclectic Floral Prints
Colorful floral motives appear almost in every new collection, coming back in fashion with a new wave of diversity. These flowers can easily take over our winter wardrobes because we all want and need refreshing spring blooms during cold times. Don't be afraid to incorporate flirty buds and petals in your outfit or even place floral embellishments on your shoes and accessories.
From left to right: Redemption, Off-White, Elie Saab
- Animal Print
Animal print is one of the most controversial trends in the fashion world. Not surprising, because animal print clothing is very hard to wear and style. But winter 2019 is an ideal time to rediscover your passion for animal print trends.
Reach out for your favorite cheetah skirt and boots and get ready to style them in a totally new way. Draw some inspiration from the latest Elie Saab's and Redemption runway collections – zebra stripes, snake-skin print, and cow spots – is your alternative wardrobe ready for this wilderness?
From left to right: House Margiela, Saint Laurent, Jacquemus
- Sheer Fabrics
Romantic see-through fabrics were trendy throughout the whole eighteenth century in Europe and they often recur on modern runway shows. The winter/spring 2019 fashion season is not going to be exceptional, demonstrating the most feminine sheer outfits and accessories. Flowing see-through fabrics aren't easy to pull off, so you can always opt out of full transparency and layer a sheer dress over a simple t-shirt and jeans.
From left to right: Chloe, Christian Dior, Rochas
- Nude Fashion
Another bold and edgy winter 2019 fashion trend is a nude color. Calming shades of blushing pink, coffee late, and beige always look elegant and versatile in any outfit. A huge part of Chloe's SS19 Prêt-à-Porter collection was made in pastel shades of nude and earthy colors. And the entire Christian Dior haute couture collection featured black and nude pieces. I'm excited to see more and more paste nude and beige color palettes on the streets.
From left to right: Rick Owens, Hermes, Celine
- Sleek Leather
And the last, but not the last winter fashion trend we are going to look at is sleek leather. You don't have to buy real leather to look fashionable this winter, faux PU leather looks just as awesome as a real material and no animals were harmed. I have an awesome waist corset belt, made of this material and it is super comfy and cute. Colorful leather coats, trousers, and skirts were seen at Hermes and Celine's SS19 fashion shows.
Wrapping Up...
So there you have it, fashionistas! The top 8 astonishing fashion trends you'll want to rock this winter. But remember, trends are just a jumping-off point. The most important thing is to wear what makes you feel confident and fabulous. So go forth, experiment, and have fun! And don't forget to accessorize! A great pair of earrings, a statement necklace, or a pop of color with your bag can take your outfit from drab to fab.
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