Of all the adages currently swirling in the beauty industry, none ring truer than this one: It’s all about the eyes. Not only are the eyes virtually the only feature visible while wearing face masks, but they also pop the most on video calls, signaling to our loved ones and co-workers that we haven’t completely given up on life. For these reasons and a plethora of others, you might be toying with the idea of upping your eye makeup game. And if that’s the case, then there’s a specific hue you’ve likely been ignoring that you need to start paying attention to right away: Blue. No, I haven’t lost my mind. Let me explain.
I’m a child of the ’90s, so I distinctly remember the tragic, frosty blue eyeshadow looks that, unfortunately, dominated that era. But believe me, the blue eyeshadow game has evolved in a major way since then. From soft flushes of pigment to shimmery finishes in colors from deep navy to aquamarine, blue eyeshadow is the move—and all your faves agree. Don’t believe me? Keep scrolling for 21 of the best blue eyeshadow looks responsible for my current obsession. By the end, I promise you’ll be adding some blue eye makeup to your cart.
The overdrawn cat-eye is a moment on its own, but the addition of that glittery blue eyeshadow sends this look into another dimension.
Sometimes all you need is a monochrome wash of deep blue to create a whole vibe.
This satiny blue look is too good.
For a quick and saturated hit of color that requires minimal skill and even less effort, opt for a silky liquid eyeshadow like this one by Kosas.
This shimmery blue-infused smoky eye is the stuff of dreams.
David Bowie would be proud of this one.
WWW’s December cover girl is serving! This look has so much depth.
Greenish-blue, for the win.
To pull off a look like this, you’ll need all the pigment you can get. Reach for an eyeshadow that packs a punch, like this L’Oreal option. Hint: It’s a great dupe of a way more expensive cult favorite.
This glistening look is giving me mermaid vibes, and I love it.
There’s nothing like a bold wing, but it looks even better in this bold teal color.
A royal blue cat-eye drawn over a wash of baby blue eyeshadow? Say less.
This maximalist eyeshadow might only work on the runway, but it’s still so dreamy.
I never knew I needed blue eyeliner until today.
Get the look just right with this creamy pencil eyeliner— it’s the exact one Priscilla used.
This smoked out sky blue is too pretty for words.
The only thing I love more than the Twiggy-esque eyeliner and lashes is the blue gradient situation on her lids.
Oh, how I love this iridescent effect.
You can’t go wrong with a graphic cut crease.
Just wow.
Sarah called out this pallet as the secret sauce to this dreamy look.
I don’t ever want to hear anyone say eye makeup isn’t art.
Seriously, just look at this!
Go off, Barbie.
Everything about this is just perfect.
Not only is this eyeliner highly pigmented, but it glides on like butter. Up next, I’m Locally Famous for My Eyeliner Skills—Here’s Everything I Do to Get It Right
