The Best Eyeshadow for Green Eyes

March 14, 2025

The Best Eyeshadow for Green Eyes

Green eyes are one of the rarest and most captivating eye colors, and the right eyeshadow can make them look even more vibrant. To really make them pop, it’s all about choosing shades that complement and contrast with their tones. From fiery bronzes to soft lilacs, we're here to give you the inside scoop on the best eyeshadow shades for green eyes featuring Laura Mercier's Caviar Stick Eye Shadow and RoseGlow Caviar Stick Eye Shadow. Whether you want a bold or subtle look, these creamy eyeshadow sticks deliver long-lasting color and effortless application, ensuring your green eyes stand out all day long.

What Eyeshadow Colors Make Green Eyes Stand Out?

Though green eyes will flatter almost any color of eyeshadow, some shades look better on them than others. Here are the best eyeshadow colors to choose from if you want to draw attention to your green eyes:

Plums, Mauves & Lilacs:

Following basic color theory, shades that are opposite (or closely opposite enough) to each other on the color wheel actually look best together. Purple tones are wonderful for green eyes since they create a beautiful contrast that brings out the intensity of green; this bold color naturally gravitates attention to your eye as it makes them shine even brighter.

  • Soiree

    Caviar Stick Eye Shadow - Soiree

    Best-selling Caviar Stick now in high-impact Shimmer finishes with a creamy texture that glides on for 24-hour life-proof wear.

  • Amethyst

    Caviar Stick Eye Shadow - Amethyst

    Best-selling Caviar Stick now in high-impact Shimmer finishes with a creamy texture that glides on for 24-hour life-proof wear.

Copper, Bronze & Warm Browns:

When applied to green eyes, brown shades with warm, reddish undertones will instantly enhance your look. You can customize the intensity and go soft and subtle, or bold and dramatic with these shades for a smokey eye effect.

  • Forbidden Rose

    RoseGlow Caviar Stick Eye Shadow - Forbidden Rose

    Best-selling Caviar Stick now in high-impact RoseGlow finishes with a creamy texture that glides on for 24-hour life-proof wear.

  • Burnished Bronze

    Caviar Stick Eye Shadow - Burnished Bronze

    Best-selling Caviar Stick now in high-impact Shimmer finishes with a creamy texture that glides on for 24-hour life-proof wear.

Golden Shimmers, Pinks, & Soft Neutrals:

Gold accents and soft nude shades work wonders to brighten and enlarge green eyes. These colors are perfect for an everyday, natural-looking glow that flatters any look.

  • Sugarfrost

    Caviar Stick Eye Shadow - Sugarfrost

    Best-selling Caviar Stick now in high-impact Shimmer finishes with a creamy texture that glides on for 24-hour life-proof wear.

  • Starlight

    Caviar Stick Eye Shadow - Starlight

    Best-selling Caviar Stick now in high-impact Shimmer finishes with a creamy texture that glides on for 24-hour life-proof wear.

Complete the Look with Eyeliner & Mascara

Pair eyeliner and mascara with your eyeshadow to accentuate green eyes even further. First, use Laura Mercier's Caviar Extravagant Mascara to instantly add volume, curl, and lift to the lashes. Then, using the tightlining method, apply Caviar Tightline Eyeliner to the waterline to add a more intense vibe to your green eye makeup. We recommend using a blue liner (Bleu Marine) or a brown liner (Cocoa), as these eyeliner colors look particularly flattering on green.

  • Caviar Extravagant Mascara

    Caviar Extravagant Mascara

    The ultimate, extravagant effect mascara delivers instant 2X Volume & Length, 3X Curl & Lift, and 24HR buildable wear while strengthening lashes from day to night.

  • Cocoa

    Caviar Tightline Eyeliner - Cocoa

    Gel-like eyeliner pencil that glides on easily for 16-hr crease & waterproof wear.

How to Apply Eyeshadow for Green Eyes

When applying eyeshadow, follow these easy steps for optimal results:

  1. Simply swipe the shadow directly onto your eyelids; no need for brushes!
  2. For a smooth look, blend with a brush or your fingertips.
  3. Apply layers of deeper hues to the outer corners or creases to add more depth and dimension.
  4. Apply lighter, shimmering shades to the inner corners of your eyes and the brow bone to make them appear brighter and more open.

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