Smokey eyes are so sexy, alluring and there are so many ways to do it. Smokey eyes used to be all about dark eye shadow, but there are lots of different ways to go about it. It can be done with blues, pinks, purples, browns and so many other stunning colors that you’ve just got to see for yourself. Of course, classic blacks and browns are always so gorgeous and I don’t think they’ll ever go out of style. Check out the many different ways to create gorgeous smokey eyes below!

1. Brown Smokey Eye

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This is one of the most gorgeous ways to do smokey eyes! I love the browns and it looks so amazing with the models hazel eyes.

2. Angelic Look

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Don't you love this makeup look? The smokey eyes with the nude lips is perfection, I also love the model's updo, too.

3. Black & Brown Smokey Eye

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A little bit bolder than the brown smokey eye above.

4. Hint of Bronze

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This smokey eye utilizes some brown, black and a hint of bronze for a more natural look.

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5. Blue Smokey Eye

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A dark blue smokey eye can be just as daring.

6. Glittery Smokey Eye

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Very dark and seductive. A great choice for a date or night out with the girls.

7. Gold Smokey Eye

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Gold and brown makes a mighty fine duo.

8. Sparkly Smokey Eye

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We can all use a little sparkle with our eye makeup!

9. Purple Smokey Eye

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This deep purple color looks so elegant and it would look so pretty in the fall.

10. Smokey Eye with a Pop of White

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The pop of white in the inner corner is so striking!

11. Bronze Smokey Eye

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Another smokey eye with a beautiful bronze that's very wearable for school or work.

12. Natural Smokey Metallic Sheen

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Metallic brown eye shadows really stand out.

13. Dark Brown Smokey Eye

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I'm horrible at doing smokey eyes but this tutorial using dark brown eye shadows actually looks doable, even for someone like me!

14. Gray Smokey Eye

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I love this gray smokey eye. The shimmery white shadow reminds me of winter.

15. Green Smokey Eye

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Another breathtaking take on the smokey eye using green.

16. Pink and Purple

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I don't think I could ever pull pink and purple smokey eyes off, but this girl looks fab!

17. Classic Black

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When I think of a smokey eye, this is the look I think of. It's super dark with loads of lush lashes.

18. Holiday Eyes

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Very pretty glittery smokey eye with silver and gold.

19. Cut Crease Smokey Eye

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This is a really dramatic look that would look great all eye colors.

20. Blue Green Smokey Eyes

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What a fantastic way to bring out brown eyes! This is a really eye-catching look.

21. Teal and Purple Smokey Eyes

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Super bold colors! Would you ever wear teal and purple smokey eyes?

22. Pink Smokey Eyes

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Shimmery pink and black smokey eyes work surprisingly well. I love how the cat eye effect with the black eye shadow.

23. Purple Smokey Eye

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If you're looking to be more adventurous with your eye makeup, try this incredible purple smokey eye.

24. Purple and Gold Dusty Smokey Eye

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This is a magnificent look using gold and purple. I would never think to use these colors together and they look so good!

25. Blue and White Cut Crease

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Here's another cut crease smokey eye featuring white, blue and some sparkly glitter,

26. Nude Smokey Eyes

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This is called nude smokey eyes, but it looks more brown to me. This is a way to wear smokey eyes without looking too done up.

I hope these photos of smokey eyes inspired you to try something new with your own version of smokey eyes. Which one was your favorite?

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Misty
2014-07-27T22:58:42.369Z
Nice. Thanks!
Isabella
2014-07-28T05:06:33.991Z
I completely agree with cat
KaReN
2014-07-27T22:42:29.035Z
love it
Amanda
2021-10-04T03:21:52.416Z
#12 what eye shadow was used here?
alhondra
2014-07-27T18:40:55.989Z
LOVE😍😍😍😍
Rose127
2014-07-27T22:52:39.498Z
Love it!!!
TheMisshoney69
2014-07-27T22:07:17.734Z
Love nearly every single one ! Thank you !
Elyse
2015-05-08T23:30:47.119Z
are there any REAL tutorials or any of these, or just pics is what I'm seeing. I want to actually SEE someone applying not pics.
cat
2014-07-28T00:54:30.110Z
Many of these are not SMOKEY EYES. A real smokey eye has the DARKEST color on the lash line/lid, and the lightest on the brow bone. Hence the name: smokey eye. It mimics smoke. The majority of these are just gradient eyes or SMOKED OUT eye looks. It's a common misconception only spread by self taught muas who haven't quite gone through technical training or schools. It's not proof of their talent, but it is wrong.
Tammy
2014-07-28T00:32:57.101Z
Me too. Bet it takes me twice as long to get half the look down.

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