Once upon a time Black women were told that blue makeup didn’t suit them. We were told that blue eyeshadow, red lipstick, pink blush, and other vibrant colors didn’t look good on our dark skin.
Then one day Black women decided that they would choose what makeup colors they could wear, no one else would make the choice for them them. And we discovered that all those colors, including an array of blue hues, look dazzling on melanin-rich skin. In fact, blue is especially complementary for brown skin tones.
This year’s Pantone color of the year, Classic Blue, looks elegant and bewitching in eyeshadow, dramatic mascara, lipstick, and hair. These celebrities and beauty lovers below got that memo, and show the many ways that Classic Blue can be incorporated into any beauty look.
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Classic Blue Beauty
Dramatic winged liner in a light variation of the shade is a cold weather go-to.
Instagram/@serayah
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Classic Blue Beauty
Curls take on edge with a pop of Classic Blue.
Instagram/@_harrisjanae_
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Classic Blue Beauty
Or a sleek bob in the hue will add a pop to a subtle look.
Instagram/dollhouselondon_
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Classic Blue Beauty
Creative eyeliner in blue pairs with frosted finishes to make a classic winter look.
Instagram/@issheblackorazn
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Classic Blue Beauty
Braid hues of blue into hair for a temporary pop in your tresses.
LOS ANGELES, CA - NOVEMBER 02: Amandla Stenberg arrives at the 2019 LACMA Art + Film Gala Presented By Gucci on November 2, 2019 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Gregg DeGuire/FilmMagic)
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Classic Blue Beauty
Add Classic Blue to other jewel-tones to create a unique dramatic eye.
Instagram/@savannahsylver
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Classic Blue Beauty
Do a mix of Classic Blue and black or dark brown for an ombre effect or two-tone hair look.
Instagram/@jessicapettway
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Classic Blue Beauty
Different shades of blue on eyes, lips, and hair, are a do. Go extra bold on the pout.
Instagram/@shanicemavo
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Classic Blue Beauty
Use a light shade of the classic color to brighten up eyes on a cold day.
Instagram/@tayloranise
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Classic Blue Beauty
A subtle blue in a glittery finish creates something magical and innovative.
Instagram/@marsaimartin
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Classic Blue Beauty
Give blue mascara a try. Don't forget to prime lashes first!
Instagram/@jessicapettway
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Classic Blue Beauty
Let your Classic Blue lips do the talking.
Instagram/@gwendilara
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Classic Blue Beauty
Paint a gorgeous makeup landscape mixing the color with other winter hues.
Instagram/@jugalaxsea
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Classic Blue Beauty
Bring the attention to your lower lids with a sparkly Classic Blue shadow and liner.
Instagram/@jennifermachadomakeup
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Classic Blue Beauty
Color-block shades of Classic Blue around eyes for the perfect winter holiday beauty look.
