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Gilded Cocoa Charm
— a Palette to Placement guide —


Artist's Note
Why this look works
This 'Soft Glam' approach enhances your natural beauty, playing with the rich tones that complement your warm undertones and deep brown eyes. The blend of satiny soft nudes and warm browns will create a sophisticated, yet effortlessly alluring look that photographs beautifully.
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Palette to Placement
Gilded Cocoa Charm
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The PaletteEye Placement Chart
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why this look
“This 'Soft Glam' approach enhances your natural beauty, playing with the rich tones that complement your warm undertones and deep brown eyes. The blend of satiny soft nudes and warm browns will create a sophisticated, yet effortlessly alluring look that photographs beautifully.”
Palette Breakdown
The Shades
- 1
Buttermilk Base
matte · brow bone
- 2
Apricot Flush
matte · transition
- 3
Terracotta Depth
matte · crease
- 4
Nude Rose
satin · lid
- 5
Rich Espresso
matte · outer corner
- 6
Pearly Veil
shimmer · inner corner
The Method
Application Guide
- 01Prep eyelids with an eyeshadow primer for longevity and smooth application.
- 02Sweep 'Apricot Flush' #D1927F into the crease and above as your transition shade.
- 03Define the crease and outer V with 'Terracotta Depth' #92574A, blending outwards.
- 04Press 'Nude Rose' #C59C8F onto the mobile lid, building an even layer.
- 05Apply 'Rich Espresso' #5D3E3A to the outer corner and blend into the lower lash line for depth.
- 06Brighten the inner corner with 'Pearly Veil' #E9D2C8.
- 07Dust 'Buttermilk Base' #EDE0C7 under the brow bone for a clean finish.
- 08Line the upper lash line with a deep brown liner and apply mascara, adding false lashes if desired.
- 09Complete the look with a warm nude satin lipstick and a touch of blush to balance the face.
Face Placement
Cheeks · Glow · Lip

Highlight · Pearly Veil
Lip · Nude Rose
Warm Nude · satin
The Reveal
Final Look
a photorealistic rendering


AI rendering is an artistic visualization — final results vary with technique, products, and lighting.
To soften
For a softer effect, skip the 'Rich Espresso' and build depth solely with 'Terracotta Depth' through the crease and outer corner, keeping the lower lash line lighter.
To go bolder
To make it bolder, deepen the 'Rich Espresso' significantly in the outer V and along the lower lash line, and pair with a slightly more defined winged liner and a deeper nude lip.
Photographs best
The satin finish on the lid ('Nude Rose') will catch light beautifully, while the matte shades provide necessary depth without appearing flat. The soft blend ensures no harsh lines, making for a polished, natural result in photos.
Wedding-day tip
To elevate this for a bridal look, consider adding a very fine, ethereal shimmer over the 'Nude Rose' on the lid, or a delicate pop of iridescent glitter focused at the center.
Avoid
Overly cool tones or harsh black liners, as they might diminish the warmth and softness of your features.
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Book at ModerneBeauty.comStep One
Client Analysis
Skin Depth
medium
Undertone
warm
Eye Color
deep brown
Hair Color
dark brown
Contrast
medium
Best Tones
Step Two
Palette Breakdown
Buttermilk Base
matte · brow-bone
#EDE0C7
Apricot Flush
matte · transition
#D1927F
Terracotta Depth
matte · crease
#92574A
Nude Rose
satin · lid
#C59C8F
Rich Espresso
matte · outer-corner
#5D3E3A
Pearly Veil
shimmer · inner-corner
#E9D2C8
Step Three
Eye Color Placement
Transition
Using a fluffy blending brush, softly sweep 'Apricot Flush' #D1927F — matte — into the crease and slightly above, diffusing gently towards the brow bone to create a seamless gradient.
Crease
With a slightly smaller, dense blending brush, define the outer V and crease using 'Terracotta Depth' #92574A — matte. Build intensity gradually, ensuring a soft, blended edge.
Outer Corner
Press 'Rich Espresso' #5D3E3A — matte — deeply into the outer corner of the upper lash line and outer V, extending slightly into the lower lash line. Use a pencil brush for precision and smoke out with a small blending brush.
Lid
Pat 'Nude Rose' #C59C8F — satin — across the entire mobile lid using a flat shader brush. This shade will beautifully enhance your brown eyes.
Center Lid Pop
For a subtle lift, press a small amount of 'Pearly Veil' #E9D2C8 — shimmer — onto the very center of the mobile lid using your fingertip or a clean flat brush.
Inner Corner Highlight
Apply 'Pearly Veil' #E9D2C8 — shimmer — to the inner corner of your eyes with a small detail brush to instantly brighten and open your gaze.
Brow Bone
Dust 'Buttermilk Base' #EDE0C7 — matte — just under the arch of your brow with a flat, firm brush for a clean, subtle highlight and lift.
Lower Lash Line
Lightly blend 'Apricot Flush' #D1927F — matte — along the entire lower lash line as a base. Then, softly smoke out the outer two-thirds with 'Terracotta Depth' #92574A — matte — using a small pencil brush.
Liner
Define the upper lash line with a fine, deep brown gel or liquid liner, creating a soft, subtle wing that extends slightly past the outer corner of your eye. Tightline the upper waterline with a dark brown kohl pencil.
Lash
Curl your lashes thoroughly and apply two generous coats of a volumizing and lengthening black mascara. For an extra touch of glam, consider adding individual lashes or a natural strip lash along the outer half of the lash line.
Step Four
Face Placement
Step Five
Lip Pairing
Warm Nude
satin
A soft, warm nude with a hint of peach or rose will complement the eye look without overpowering it, maintaining that 'soft glam' elegance. A satin finish will keep the lips looking plump and hydrated.
The Method
Step-by-Step Application
- 01Prep eyelids with an eyeshadow primer for longevity and smooth application.
- 02Sweep 'Apricot Flush' #D1927F into the crease and above as your transition shade.
- 03Define the crease and outer V with 'Terracotta Depth' #92574A, blending outwards.
- 04Press 'Nude Rose' #C59C8F onto the mobile lid, building an even layer.
- 05Apply 'Rich Espresso' #5D3E3A to the outer corner and blend into the lower lash line for depth.
- 06Brighten the inner corner with 'Pearly Veil' #E9D2C8.
- 07Dust 'Buttermilk Base' #EDE0C7 under the brow bone for a clean finish.
- 08Line the upper lash line with a deep brown liner and apply mascara, adding false lashes if desired.
- 09Complete the look with a warm nude satin lipstick and a touch of blush to balance the face.
From Monina
Artist Notes
What to avoid
Overly cool tones or harsh black liners, as they might diminish the warmth and softness of your features.
Make it more bridal
To elevate this for a bridal look, consider adding a very fine, ethereal shimmer over the 'Nude Rose' on the lid, or a delicate pop of iridescent glitter focused at the center.
Make it softer
For a softer effect, skip the 'Rich Espresso' and build depth solely with 'Terracotta Depth' through the crease and outer corner, keeping the lower lash line lighter.
Make it bolder
To make it bolder, deepen the 'Rich Espresso' significantly in the outer V and along the lower lash line, and pair with a slightly more defined winged liner and a deeper nude lip.
Photographs best
The satin finish on the lid ('Nude Rose') will catch light beautifully, while the matte shades provide necessary depth without appearing flat. The soft blend ensures no harsh lines, making for a polished, natural result in photos.
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