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eye by using a pencil to create a less-defined look. A more romantic brow shape looks like
something you would see on a Disney princess. When applying the color, focus on a more
rounded shape with less sharp edges and a slightly elongated tail.
Add a shadow base or primer that is a shade or two lighter than your lid to brighten and
instantly open the eyes. I almost always like to tight-line the inner rim of the upper eye to
softly define the eyes and make them look more awake. To choose a shadow pallet, think of
something soft - almost pastel - like taupe, pink, peach, flesh tones or even a little purple. My
choice for this season is the limited-edition Dior 5 color shadow in either “Flirt” or “Thrill.”
Even the names have me feeling the V-Day vibes.
Using a dome-shaped shadow brush, apply the medium (second lightest) shade to the top
lid. The pink shade in each pallet will be used with a fluffy blending brush to warm up the
crease and give soft definition. Use a pointed brush to apply the next darkest color to the
lower lash line and draw it up toward the crease. The darkest color will be applied with a
dense liner brush to the lash line on top and bottom. Finish with your favorite primer and
mascara combo and move on to lips and cheeks.
For cheeks, choose a muted peachy tone and apply with a large fluffy brush to create
diffused color. If your eyes look bolder, pick a nude peach or baby pink lip. If your eyes look
soft, don’t be afraid to liven up the lips with a brighter color. And with that, you have a finished
product - a romantic look that’s sure to make you fall in love with you.
Koehler, a St. Louis and national makeup artist, works with many celebrity clientele, including
models, actresses and athletes, supermodel Devon Windsor and “Glee” star Erinn Westbrook.
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