We’re in the home stretch of winter, so cue the pastels and floral prints: spring is on the horizon! Not only is it time to swap out your wintry threads for a fresh new wardrobe, the occasion to revamp your makeup has also arrived.
By now, you’re probably grown bored to death with dark lipsticks and smoky eyes, but don’t despair. We’ve previewed next season’s beauty trends and they’re sure to impress.
Spring is set to deliver lots of color and we can’t wait to dust it onto our eyelids. We’ve spotted everything, from electrifying eyeliners to popping pigments, and beautiful blue hues that literally made us squeal.
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There’s even a seasonable eyeshadow trend for the girl who’s afraid of color. For a sneak peek and lesson on how to rock these spring looks, click through the gallery below.
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Lupita Nyong’o
Go vibrant and monochromatic like the award-winning actress.
Larry Busacca
02
Rihanna
White eyeshadow also creates a more youthful appearance.
Dave J Hogan
03
Aja Naomi King
Trade in your smoky black shadow for an electric blue hue instead.
Steve Granitz
04
Kerry Washington
You can also dust teal on your eyelids like Kerry Washington.
Jon Kopaloff
05
Amandla Stenberg
Proof that pink eyeshadow pretty and playful.
John Sciulli
06
Kelly Rowland
Pink hues are ultra-flattering on deep skin tones. Kelly shows us how to slay the trend.
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Keri Hilson
This gilded look is perfect.
Araya Diaz
08
Selita Ebanks
Apply to your upper and lower lash line like Selita E. Banks.
Jon Kopaloff
09
Tinashe
Skip heavy contouring. If you want drama, go for a fun pink shadow like Tinashe.
Dan MacMedan
10
Yime Alade
The singer’s bright pink lids and pout is how you do spring makeup.
Frederick M. Brown
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Yara Shahidi
Match your makeup to your wardrobe like the Blackish star.
Frazer Harrison
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Leigh Anne Pinnock
Are you loving this green eyeshadow as much we are? Consider us mesmerized and ready to play with color!
Karwai Tang
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Selita Ebanks
Ebanks, along with a number of Victoria’s Secret models, was given the key to Los Angeles in 2006.
Laura Cavanaugh
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Lupita Nyong’o
Fresh skin, pastel shadow and a vibrant pink lip are the go-to spring combo.
Jeffrey Mayer
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Solange Knowles
This minimalist look is super chic and easy enough for a makeup novice. Just grab your eyeliner and apply it to the middle of the crease.
Donna Ward
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Royalty Hightower
This actress shows us a fun way to rock vibrant color on brown skin.
Dimitrios Kambouris
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Janelle Monae
Channel Electric Lady vibes like Janelle Monaewith this electric blue-green eyeliner.
Allen Berezovsky
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Karrueche Tran
The smallest dose of color makes a huge difference. We love this pop of yellow.
Michael Stewart
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Justine Skye
Try on this mod double decker cat eye for size.
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Justine Skye
For a subtle pop of color and extra dimension, underline the lash line with a white liner and eyeshadow.
Paul Archuleta
21
Solange Knowles
Skip your foundation and highlighters; this season, it’s all about the eyes. You can literally steal the spotlight with a mystical shade on your lids like Solange.
Ilya S. Savenok
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Kerry Washington
Kerry Washington’s shimmery eye shadow is the perfect transitioning shade for spring.
John Shearer
23
Beyoncé
And if Queen Bey is wearing it, so are we.
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Karrueche Tran
If you’re into the barely there makeup look like Karrueche, add mile long lashes to make your lids pop. Pink and orange Hues are always a spring favorite.
Steve Granitz
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Naomie Harris
The actress’ blush-toned shadow is perfect for brightening things up next season.
Jeff Kravitz
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Zendaya
Nothing says spring is in the air like a coral eye/lip combo.
Steve Granitz
27
Monica
Mix and match finishes like matte and glitter for extra dimension.