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    Makeup trend: Eye dots

    Updated:27 Apr 2016 11:56 AM | Posted by
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    Last month’s messy eye make-up trend was pretty unusual, and now it’s given way to an even more unexpected look: under eye dots.

    Varying in form, size and colour, the little dots haven’t just been popping up all over the catwalks – beauty bloggers, celebrities and street style mavens are also embracing the trend, showing it actually works in real life.  

    I know it might seem strange to whack a blob of eyeliner under your eyes, but here’s why I like it: firstly, it’s reminiscent of 60s icon Twiggy’s infamous lash look, which was all about highlighting the eye area.

    Secondly, the dots can make your eyes seem bigger and brighter. The trick is not to overdo it: a teeny dot under each eye is all that’s required to nail the look. Check out Rochas’ SS15 make-up for inspiration:

    I also love beauty vlogger It’sMyRayeRaye’s slightly subtler take. She’s paired her dots with a dewy base, matte lip and super long lashes. So. Cool.

               Photo credit: It’sMyRayeRaye Instagram

    For a vintage variation, I’d swap the nude lippie for a fire-engine red, such as Maybelline Color Sensational Vivids Lip Color in ‘Neon Red’. If you want to amp it up even more, Anna Sui’s bold electric blue version is also fabulous (though it’s not exactly an everyday look):

    No longer OTT, blue eyeliner is surprisingly easy to wear. For a bold blue dot, try jane iredale Mystikol in ‘Lapis Lazuli’ or essence Long lasting Eye Pencil in ‘Blue’.

    Do you like the eye dot trend? What other make-up looks have you experimented with lately?
     

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    66 Member Comments

    Margi59 21 Jan 2021 5:31 PM

    Another crazy trend but each to their own. But I don't really like it too much.

    Stephanierose.xo 10 Sep 2017 10:10 PM

    My gorgeous best friend is goth and has been dotting for so long. It's really pretty and makes her look so cute!

    Margaret 322 4 Sep 2017 10:19 PM

    This is definitely not a look I like. I did quite like the twiggy look though.

    Asami 14 Jul 2016 10:55 PM

    Very interesting article. Love reading things like these. Beauty heaven has some really great informative articles. not sure about this trend though

    lynx 5 Nov 2015 5:11 PM

    Thats what it looks like sometimes when I accidentaly apply it messy. All good tho, nothing a cotton tip wont fix.

    lgauci 12 Jun 2015 12:58 PM

    I wouldn't try this look but some people may like it.

    Petal 10 Jun 2015 1:20 AM

    I don't consider this eye dot thing to be a trend. It's just an experiment on the catwalk.

    Bkz1 19 Apr 2015 10:49 AM

    Im not into it..

    Steph Sweets 16 Apr 2015 4:05 AM

    I don't like it .It looks very strange.

    Michelle240 14 Apr 2015 12:24 AM

    Not a fan of the trend.

    Margaret759 13 Apr 2015 10:02 PM

    Mmmmm.., maybe not. I think it distracts from the eye itself.

    Snailor 13 Apr 2015 2:13 AM

    I surprisingly like it!

    Jessica712 13 Apr 2015 12:31 AM

    I don't think this would look nice on my face at all.

    Joole 12 Apr 2015 11:32 AM

    I have a mono eye dot! It's au naturale. >:)

    PrettyPrincess 12 Apr 2015 7:46 AM

    I don't think it works with the black dots, it looks like a slip up, the last one with the blue probably looks the best

    Shop A Everyday 12 Apr 2015 5:21 AM

    This would look like you had slopped your makeup I think

    Fashionista in Suburbia 12 Apr 2015 1:35 AM

    Ok. Not a look I will be trying any time soon.

    joywangk 11 Apr 2015 5:20 AM

    I don't really understand the point of eye dots, but I can see how other people may like it.

    Pixiealso 11 Apr 2015 3:08 AM

    I don't want to sound mean - but did the MUA for Rochas' actually send the models down the catwalk/or wherever with the "model hair-clips" still in too? Cause that would be really ridiculous...

    maydayismyday 10 Apr 2015 11:52 PM

    Can you imagine having a conversation with someone sporting this look? I'd be too distracted and wanting to wipe their face with a tissue the entire time!

    ModernSnowWhite 10 Apr 2015 11:32 AM

    No, it would look a bit strange for everyday wear. Maybe for fancy dress or something.

    ya_mia 10 Apr 2015 11:28 AM

    Reminds me of Queen Amidala of Star Wars! Lol

    Jan52 10 Apr 2015 8:49 AM

    No! It looks wrong - what's next.... Zig zag on the cheeks?

    Jlgaddes 10 Apr 2015 8:44 AM

    no, sorry

    Beckky 10 Apr 2015 6:12 AM

    Seems strange to me :(

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