It's spring! That means it's finally time to put away the dark, smoldering smoky eye and try a light, shimmery shadow instead! Want to get a head-start on your spring shadow shopping? Here's a few of the hues you might want to try first.
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1. TOM FORD Cream and Powder Eye Color in Naked Bronze
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Price: $60 at sephora.com
This brand-new shadow duo is so hard to find, if you see it in stock, grab it, stat! The luxe bronze shimmer is ideal for creating your summertime eye.
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2. Urban Decay Eyeshadow in Asphyxia
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Price: $19 at sephora.com
Want to make your green eyes pop? Brush on a light layer of this subtle lilac shadow and prepare to flirt!
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3. MAKE up for EVER Artist Shadow Eyeshadow and Powder Blush in Pinky Beige
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Price: $21 at sephora.com
Why not simplify your morning makeup routine this spring? This single little pot contains the perfect pinky-beige shade for both your eyes and cheeks.
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4. SEPHORA COLLECTION Colorful Eyeshadow in Watermelon Falls
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Price: $10 at sephora.com
This pink is so pretty! Layer a little for a soft look, or a brush on a little more for a more dramatic eye.
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5. Laura Mercier Caviar Stick Eye Colour in Rose Gold
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Price: $29 at sephora.com
You don't have to set aside your smoky eye entirely this season - you could just lighten it up a bit, with a shadow pencil in a shade like this, shimmery and sweet!
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6. Urban Decay Moondust Eyeshadow in Zodiac
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Price: $21 at sephora.com
Nothing says spring like bright green grass, leaves, dresses, and... eye shadows, like this one!
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7. Marc Jacobs Beauty Twinkle Pop Stick Eyeshadow in on the Verge
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Price: $28 at sephora.com
Add a little extra shine to your shadow with this chubby, easy-to-apply shadow crayon. There are several fab shades to choose from, but this palest of purples is just divine!
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8. Stila Magnificent Metals Foil Finish Eye Shadow in Titanium
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Price: $32 at sephora.com
Get a silver shine with loads of drama with this chrome-like shadow. It really does look metallic!
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9. Giorgio Armani Eye Tint in Gold Ashes
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Price: $39 at sephora.com
This sweet shadow is just glorious, and I love that it applies like a lip gloss.
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10. Stila Eye Shadow in Kitten
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Price: $18 at sephora.com
This delicate shadow is perfect for a nude, makeup-free look, adding just a little shimmer without a lot of color.
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11. Kat Von D Metal Crush Eyeshadow in Electric Warrior
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Price: $21 at sephora.com
This ultra-pigmented shadow is shocking neon yellow, so much fun for graphic liner and shadow looks!
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12. NARS Single Eye Shadow in Malacca
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Price: $25 at sephora.com
Is there anything prettier than a peacock shadow? It's blue, it's green, it's both! It'll make your brown eyes shine.
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13. MAKE up for EVER Diamond Powder in White
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Price: $25 at sephora.com
Add a little extra shimmer to your favorite colored shadow, or just wear this on its own for a fresh-faced look.
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14. Bobbi Brown Shimmer Wash Eye Shadow in Eggplant
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Price: $25 at sephora.com
Use a tiny brush and apply this as a liner, then a side, soft brush to shadow your creases for a spring date-night smoky eye.
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15. Giorgio Armani Eyes to Kill Silk Eye Shadow in Lust Red
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Price: $35 at sephora.com
I know it's a bit dark for spring, but trust me, this is just gorgeous and glittery on!
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16. ARDENCY INN MODSTER Manuka Honey Enriched Pigments in Sunday
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Price: $21 at sephora.com
Here's another spring-time nude shadow, meant to apply light for just a little added shine.
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17. Shiseido Shimmering Cream Eye Color in Pale Shell
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Price: $25 at sephora.com
This icy shell pink is just so soft and pretty! Add a quick swipe to highlight, brush on some mascara, and your eye makeup is done!
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18. MAKE up for EVER Star Powder in Pink Gold
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Price: $20 at sephora.com
This coral-y pink looks good on everyone, and can be used to create so many springtime shimmery looks!
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19. Josie Maran Coconut Watercolor Eyeshadow in Maui Teal
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Price: $18 at sephora.com
What if your spring shadow could be good for your skin, hydrating while adding a little shimmer and color? This one can, and the color is just gorgeous!
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20. Ciaté London Precious Metal Eyeshadow Duo in Lincoln Road
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Price: $28 at sephora.com
Apply the primer, then a little shadow for a pretty shimmer-y look that lasts all day.
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21. KEVYN AUCOIN the Loose Shimmer Shadow in Selenite
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Price: $29 at sephora.com
This soft dove grey is designed to be a neutral base for a more colorful look... if your eyes are neutral, your lips can be the focus!
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