neon lights

Rainbow Bright eye looks are all the rage right now. These palettes are a great example of what I'm talking about, but if a palette overwhelms you then maybe just slip in single bright color into your routine. You'll feel more summer-y the instant you do it. 

e.l.f.  //  Sleek  //  Lorac  //  Urban Decay  //  Marc Jacobs

Here are a few ways to wear some of these vibrant colors without looking like you're four and got into your mother's makeup:

~ I love how the mint green is only in the corner and is paired with golds and browns. Keeping the bright color in one area, while the rest of the lid has neutral colors, keeps this look fresh and sophisticated.

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~ This is a great take on the smokey eye with a punch of aqua to keep it from being too heavy. Just a pop of color on the lids brightens this eye look.

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~ If eyeshadow isn't your thing, a bright eyeliner can have the same effect. Keep the color to just the top or bottom of the lashes to avoid looking like a teeny-bopper.

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I think blues and aquas are so pretty for the summer, especially when paired with golden-bronze hues. Do you have any favorite summer looks?

Nearly Naked

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The much anticipated Urban Decay Naked 3 palette came out recently and for all you beauty junkie collector's, here's the break-down between the three palettes.

The original Naked palette has warmer golds and browns, making this ideal for olive or darker skin tones. 

The Naked 2 palette has more silvery/taupe-y colors so it is definitely for cooler complexions- anyone with "paler" or pink undertones. 

And the newbie of the bunch, the Naked 3, is a great mix of warmish/coolish shades, so really anyone and everyone can wear them. Most of the colors have a mauve/pinky hue and in my experience, I don't know a single person who doesn't look good in pink. And if you think you don't, then you just haven't found the right shade yet!

*So, which one's do you think I own? Hint, check out my Instagram to find out!