How to Make Brown Eyes Stand Out

Last Updated: September 16, 2021

Brown eyes are beautiful on their own, but they can stand out even more with the help of makeup, clothing, and accessories. You may want to make your brown eyes pop for a big event or for a big day at work. You may also want to have some fun and try different makeup styles on your eyes to make them stand out. Try applying eyeshadow, eyeliner, and mascara in a variety of styles and colors. You can also choose clothing and accessories to make your brown eyes stand out.

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Applying Eyeshadow

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Try gold eye shadow. Gold is a great way to add some pop to your brown eyes. Use gold eyeshadow on your eyelids to highlight the gold specks in your eyes. Apply a matte gold shadow or a metallic gold shadow for some real pop.
- You can also try other warm metallic shades like copper and bronze on your eyes to make them stand out.
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Use purple eyeshadow. Purple is another great color for making your brown eyes stand out. Use light purple, lilac, and dark purple shades on your eyes. Layer each shade of purple to make your eyes pop.^{[1]
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- Look for a purple eye shadow palette that has a variety of shades you can play with. Start with darker purple shade on the lower half of your eyelid and then use a lighter shade on the upper half. Blend them so it looks like you have a gradient of purple color on your eyelids.
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Apply blue eye shadow. Blue eye shadow can add pop to your brown eyes. Use shades of blue like navy, pale blue, and midnight blue. Try using one shade of blue or layer on darker to lighter shades of blue eyeshadow on your eyes.^{[2]
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- You can also add a bit of gold eyeshadow to the blue for contrast. Put blue eye shadow on one half of your eyelid and then add gold on the other half. Blend the two colors so it looks like they fade into each other. This also works well with gold and violet eyeshadow.

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Using Eyeliner and Mascara

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Use emerald eyeliner. Play around with your eyeliner to add color and dimension to your brown eyes. Use eyeliner in emerald green on your top and bottom eyelids. Put a thick line of eye liner on for a bolder look or a thinner line for a more subtle look.^{[3]
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Try purple or blue eyeliner. Purple and blue are also great colors for making your brown eyes stand out more. Go for a dark purple or dark blue eyeliner. Use the eyeliner with a little mascara for a subtle look or add eyeshadow in gold for a more bold look.^{[4]
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Did You Know? Contrasting shades like pink, purple, or blue will make your eyes appear a richer, deeper brown, while earthy tones like greens or golden shimmers will bring out the amber in your eyes, making them seem lighter.
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Use eyeliner in metallic shades like gold or bronze. These shades can make your brown eyes stand out more. Line your eyelids with a gold or bronze eyeliner. You can then add a light eyeshadow in pink for a bit more of a put together look or leave your eyelid naked.
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Experiment with white eyeliner. White eyeliner has recently become a fun trend in makeup. It can also be a cool way to add some pop to your eyes. Put a thin layer of white eyeliner on your top eyelid to open up your eyes and add more dimension.
- You can also put white eyeliner on your lower lash line to make your eyes look larger and younger.
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Try purple or blue mascara. Colorful mascara can be a fun way to add some pop to your eyes. Purple and blue mascara are a great compliment to brown eyes. Get mascara in eggplant purple or navy blue. Apply one to two layers on your eyelashes for a fun, stand out look.^{[5]
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Wearing Complementary Clothing and Accessories

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Wear dark blue or purple clothing. Try wearing clothing that is dark so your eyes stand out. Pick tops in dark blue or sweaters in dark purple. Wear dark jeans with a purple top. Opt for a dark purple dress.^{[6]
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- Denim in all shades is a good option for people with brown eyes.
- Brown is a fairly neutral color, so many different clothing colors will look good. Experiment with different shades until you find what works best!
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Try clothing in warm hues like deep yellow or orange. Go for a shades like marigold, crimson, and pumpkin for the most flattering look. Pick a sweater with a pattern that uses yellow or orange.^{[7]
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- Metallic hues like gold, bronze, and copper are also a good way to add warmth to your skin and compliment your brown eyes.
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Go for jewelry in warm colors. Wear gold jewelry to compliment your brown eyes. Pick gold hoop earrings or a gold necklace. Try gold studs and a gold cuff or bracelet.
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Wear complimentary glasses. Try wearing eyeglasses with dark frames so your brown eyes stand out. Opt for glasses with large frames so others can see your eyes, and their pretty brown color.^{[8]
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Try complimentary scarves and hats. Wear a scarf in dark tones to make your brown eyes stand out more. A scarf with a pattern in warm colors like yellow, orange, and red are also a good compliment to brown eyes.
- Hats that are brown or beige can also make your eyes pop. Try a wide brimmed hat made out of light brown straw or linen. Go for a baseball cap in yellow, orange, or red.

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How do I make my eye color stand out?

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Try sweeping soft, warm neutral brown tones in the crease of your eyes, then press a shimmering green, bronze, or golden tone across your lids for a sexy, sultry look.
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What is the best eyeliner color for brown eyes?

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Dark, cool shades like dark purple and midnight blue are stunning against brown eyes. Green eyeliner can also be very flattering.
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What colors should I wear to make brown eyes pop?

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Warm, dark clothing colors like burgundy, chocolate, and sienna bring out the warmth in brown eyes. You can also emphasize their color with soft contrast using colors like gray, taupe, and even white.