Eye Shadow Trends for 2011

Just like clothing styles and hairstyles change from year to year, so do styles of makeup. This year some of the most dramatic changes are the colors of eye shadow being worn. Natural eye shadows were popular in the past, but this year eye shadow trends are bright and beautiful.

Bright Pastels

Bright, vibrant pastels are among the most popular eye shadow colors being worn this year. Choosing colors such as pink, blue, orange, green and red gives your makeup an instant pop and brightens up the eyes. Choose the colors that go best with your skin tone and try various combinations to create the perfect look.

Bold Colors

Deeper, bolder colors are also popular eye shadow trends for 2011. Deep blues and greens are especially trendy as are burgundies and reds. Choose eye shadow colors that complement your lipstick shades and apply only a light dusting of blush to make the eyes look more dramatic.

Smoky Eyes

For several years the smoky eye look has been one of the most preferred trends in eye shadow. This style continues to be one of the best loved looks of 2011. It can be created by using a dark, medium and light shade of the same color. The most popular colors for this look are blacks, browns, grays, blues and even purples. When applied correctly a bold, smoky look is created that works well with nearly any eye color.