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Warm Terracotta Radiance
— a Palette to Placement guide —
Artist's Note
Why this look works
This 'Soft Glam' approach enhances your natural warmth and deep features with a harmonious blend of rich, earthy tones. The palette's versatility allows for a beautifully sculpted and radiant look that feels both elevated and comfortably chic, perfect for any special moment.
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Palette to Placement
Warm Terracotta Radiance
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ClientThe PaletteEye Placement Chart
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why this look
“This 'Soft Glam' approach enhances your natural warmth and deep features with a harmonious blend of rich, earthy tones. The palette's versatility allows for a beautifully sculpted and radiant look that feels both elevated and comfortably chic, perfect for any special moment.”
Palette Breakdown
The Shades
- 1
Soft Peach Canvas
matte · transition
- 2
Desert Rose
matte · crease
- 3
Rich Terracotta
matte · outer corner
- 4
Nude Rose
satin · lid
- 5
Espresso Blend
matte · liner
- 6
Champagne Shimmer
shimmer · center pop
The Method
Application Guide
- 01Prep lids with an eyeshadow primer for longevity and smooth application.
- 02Sweep 'Soft Peach Canvas' as a broad transition shade through the crease and slightly above.
- 03Define the crease with 'Desert Rose', focusing on the outer two-thirds.
- 04Build depth in the outer V with 'Rich Terracotta', blending into the crease and subtly outwards.
- 05Press 'Nude Rose' onto the mobile lid, from lash line to crease.
- 06Tap 'Champagne Shimmer' onto the center of the lid, inner corner, and lightly on the brow bone.
- 07Smoke out the lower lash line with 'Desert Rose', deepening the outer third with 'Rich Terracotta'.
- 08Create a soft, diffused upper lash line with 'Espresso Blend' using an angled brush.
- 09Curl lashes and apply mascara. Consider individual lashes for an event.
- 10Pair with a warm, satin-finish peachy nude lipstick or gloss.
Face Placement
Cheeks · Glow · Lip
Lip · Soft Peach Canvas
Warm Nude / Soft Peach · Satin / Glossy
The Reveal
Final Look
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To soften
To soften the look, reduce the intensity of 'Rich Terracotta' in the outer corner and focus more on blending. Use a lighter hand with 'Espresso Blend' liner, or skip it entirely, relying on mascara for definition.
To go bolder
To make this look bolder, intensify 'Rich Terracotta' in the outer V and bring it slightly higher into the crease. Deepen the liner with 'Espresso Blend' and extend it into a more defined, yet still soft, wing. A deeper berry-toned lip could also add drama.
Photographs best
This combination of warm matte and soft satin finishes photographs beautifully, avoiding harsh reflections while providing a radiant glow. The subtle definition around the eyes will ensure they stand out without looking overdone, capturing your natural beauty.
Wedding-day tip
For an even more bridal feel, incorporate a very fine, ethereal glitter (like a 'fairy dust' shimmer) pressed gently over the center lid or inner corner. A slightly more pronounced, but still soft, individual lash application would also be exquisite.
Avoid
Avoid overly cool-toned grays or silvers as they may appear stark against your warm olive undertones. Also, steer clear of very heavy, opaque eyeliner, which can overshadow the softness of this look.
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Client Analysis
Skin Depth
Medium
Undertone
Warm Olive
Eye Color
Deep Brown
Hair Color
Dark Brown
Contrast
medium
Best Tones
Step Two
Palette Breakdown
Soft Peach Canvas
matte · transition
#E6D7C3
Desert Rose
matte · crease
#BB8D7C
Rich Terracotta
matte · outer-corner
#8C5C4D
Nude Rose
satin · lid
#C9AE9E
Espresso Blend
matte · liner
#5D372E
Champagne Shimmer
shimmer · center-pop
#DCCDC1
Step Three
Eye Color Placement
Transition
Using a fluffy blending brush, sweep 'Soft Peach Canvas' #E6D7C3 — matte — through the natural crease and slightly above, from inner corner to outer, as your foundational wash of color.
Crease
With a slightly smaller, dense blending brush, define the crease with 'Desert Rose' #BB8D7C — matte. Build intensity with soft circular motions, focusing on the outer two-thirds of the crease to add depth and warmth.
Outer Corner
Apply 'Rich Terracotta' #8C5C4D — matte — to the outer V of the eye, connecting it subtly into the outer crease. Use a firm pencil brush for precision, then blend gently outwards and upwards for a lifted effect.
Lid
Press 'Nude Rose' #C9AE9E — satin — onto the entire mobile lid using a flat shader brush, starting from the lash line upwards. This satin texture will offer a delicate, diffused luminosity.
Center Lid Pop
For a touch of soft radiance, tap 'Champagne Shimmer' #DCCDC1 — shimmer — onto the very center of the mobile lid and just beneath the arch of the brow. Apply with a fingertip or small, flat brush for maximum impact.
Inner Corner Highlight
A delicate highlight from 'Champagne Shimmer' #DCCDC1 — shimmer — placed in the innermost corner of the eye will brighten and open up the entire look. Use a tiny detail brush.
Brow Bone
A very light touch of 'Champagne Shimmer' #DCCDC1 — shimmer — can be softly diffused just under the highest point of the brow for a subtle lift and radiant finish, avoiding any harsh lines.
Lower Lash Line
Gently diffuse 'Desert Rose' #BB8D7C — matte — along the entire lower lash line using a small, firm brush. For added definition and to deepen the outer third, lightly blend 'Rich Terracotta' #8C5C4D — matte — closer to the lash line.
Liner
Using a fine, angled brush, create a soft, diffused liner by pressing 'Espresso Blend' #5D372E — matte — along the upper lash line. You can extend it into a very subtle, softened wing for a 'lifted' effect.
Lash
Finish with two generous coats of volumizing and lengthening black mascara, curling the lashes beforehand for an open-eyed effect. Consider individual natural-looking false lashes for an elevated bridal touch.
Step Four
Face Placement
Step Five
Lip Pairing
Warm Nude / Soft Peach
Satin / Glossy
A warm, peachy-nude lipstick or a satin finish lip gloss in a similar tone would beautifully complement the warm eye. This maintains a 'soft glam' feel without competing with the eyes, enhancing your natural lip color.
The Method
Step-by-Step Application
- 01Prep lids with an eyeshadow primer for longevity and smooth application.
- 02Sweep 'Soft Peach Canvas' as a broad transition shade through the crease and slightly above.
- 03Define the crease with 'Desert Rose', focusing on the outer two-thirds.
- 04Build depth in the outer V with 'Rich Terracotta', blending into the crease and subtly outwards.
- 05Press 'Nude Rose' onto the mobile lid, from lash line to crease.
- 06Tap 'Champagne Shimmer' onto the center of the lid, inner corner, and lightly on the brow bone.
- 07Smoke out the lower lash line with 'Desert Rose', deepening the outer third with 'Rich Terracotta'.
- 08Create a soft, diffused upper lash line with 'Espresso Blend' using an angled brush.
- 09Curl lashes and apply mascara. Consider individual lashes for an event.
- 10Pair with a warm, satin-finish peachy nude lipstick or gloss.
From Monina
Artist Notes
What to avoid
Avoid overly cool-toned grays or silvers as they may appear stark against your warm olive undertones. Also, steer clear of very heavy, opaque eyeliner, which can overshadow the softness of this look.
Make it more bridal
For an even more bridal feel, incorporate a very fine, ethereal glitter (like a 'fairy dust' shimmer) pressed gently over the center lid or inner corner. A slightly more pronounced, but still soft, individual lash application would also be exquisite.
Make it softer
To soften the look, reduce the intensity of 'Rich Terracotta' in the outer corner and focus more on blending. Use a lighter hand with 'Espresso Blend' liner, or skip it entirely, relying on mascara for definition.
Make it bolder
To make this look bolder, intensify 'Rich Terracotta' in the outer V and bring it slightly higher into the crease. Deepen the liner with 'Espresso Blend' and extend it into a more defined, yet still soft, wing. A deeper berry-toned lip could also add drama.
Photographs best
This combination of warm matte and soft satin finishes photographs beautifully, avoiding harsh reflections while providing a radiant glow. The subtle definition around the eyes will ensure they stand out without looking overdone, capturing your natural beauty.
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