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Gilded Cocoa Charm

— a Palette to Placement guide —

Client
Client
Palette
Eyeshadow palette

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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ClientClient
medium · warm
PaletteThe Palette
Eyeshadow palette

Eye Placement Chart

Open · Closed
Eye chart illustration
1TransitionApricot Flush
2CreaseTerracotta Depth
3Outer CornerRich Espresso
4LidNude Rose
6Inner CornerPearly Veil
7Brow BoneButtermilk Base

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

  1. 01Prep eyelids with an eyeshadow primer for longevity and smooth application.
  2. 02Sweep 'Apricot Flush' #D1927F into the crease and above as your transition shade.
  3. 03Define the crease and outer V with 'Terracotta Depth' #92574A, blending outwards.
  4. 04Press 'Nude Rose' #C59C8F onto the mobile lid, building an even layer.
  5. 05Apply 'Rich Espresso' #5D3E3A to the outer corner and blend into the lower lash line for depth.
  6. 06Brighten the inner corner with 'Pearly Veil' #E9D2C8.
  7. 07Dust 'Buttermilk Base' #EDE0C7 under the brow bone for a clean finish.
  8. 08Line the upper lash line with a deep brown liner and apply mascara, adding false lashes if desired.
  9. 09Complete the look with a warm nude satin lipstick and a touch of blush to balance the face.

Face Placement

Cheeks · Glow · Lip

Face chart illustration

Highlight · Pearly Veil

Lip · Nude Rose

Warm Nude · satin

The Reveal

Final Look

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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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Step One

Client Analysis

Skin Depth

medium

Undertone

warm

Eye Color

deep brown

Hair Color

dark brown

Contrast

medium

Best Tones

warm brownsgoldscopperspeachesolivesdeep plums

Step Two

Palette Breakdown

1

Buttermilk Base

matte · brow-bone

#EDE0C7

2

Apricot Flush

matte · transition

#D1927F

3

Terracotta Depth

matte · crease

#92574A

4

Nude Rose

satin · lid

#C59C8F

5

Rich Espresso

matte · outer-corner

#5D3E3A

6

Pearly Veil

shimmer · inner-corner

#E9D2C8

Step Three

Eye Color Placement

01

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.

02

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.

03

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.

04

Lid

Pat 'Nude Rose' #C59C8F — satin — across the entire mobile lid using a flat shader brush. This shade will beautifully enhance your brown eyes.

05

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.

06

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.

07

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.

08

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.

09

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.

10

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

  1. 01Prep eyelids with an eyeshadow primer for longevity and smooth application.
  2. 02Sweep 'Apricot Flush' #D1927F into the crease and above as your transition shade.
  3. 03Define the crease and outer V with 'Terracotta Depth' #92574A, blending outwards.
  4. 04Press 'Nude Rose' #C59C8F onto the mobile lid, building an even layer.
  5. 05Apply 'Rich Espresso' #5D3E3A to the outer corner and blend into the lower lash line for depth.
  6. 06Brighten the inner corner with 'Pearly Veil' #E9D2C8.
  7. 07Dust 'Buttermilk Base' #EDE0C7 under the brow bone for a clean finish.
  8. 08Line the upper lash line with a deep brown liner and apply mascara, adding false lashes if desired.
  9. 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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