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These Celebrities And Beauty Lovers Show Us How To Do Classic Blue For Winter

The Pantone color of the year is a winter 'do' when it comes to hair and makeup.
Celebs And Beauty Lovers Show Us How To Do Classic Blue For Winter
Instagram/@jessicapettway
By Shalwah Evans · Updated November 4, 2020

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.
Celebs And Beauty Lovers Show Us How To Do Classic Blue For Winter
Instagram/@serayah
02
Classic Blue Beauty
Curls take on edge with a pop of Classic Blue.
Celebs And Beauty Lovers Show Us How To Do Classic Blue For Winter
Instagram/@_harrisjanae_
03
Classic Blue Beauty
Or a sleek bob in the hue will add a pop to a subtle look.
Celebs And Beauty Lovers Show Us How To Do Classic Blue For Winter
Instagram/dollhouselondon_
04
Classic Blue Beauty
Creative eyeliner in blue pairs with frosted finishes to make a classic winter look.
Celebs And Beauty Lovers Show Us How To Do Classic Blue For Winter
Instagram/@issheblackorazn
05
Classic Blue Beauty
Braid hues of blue into hair for a temporary pop in your tresses.
Celebs And Beauty Lovers Show Us How To Do Classic Blue For Winter
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06
Classic Blue Beauty
Add Classic Blue to other jewel-tones to create a unique dramatic eye.
Celebs And Beauty Lovers Show Us How To Do Classic Blue For Winter
Instagram/@savannahsylver
07
Classic Blue Beauty
Do a mix of Classic Blue and black or dark brown for an ombre effect or two-tone hair look.
Celebs And Beauty Lovers Show Us How To Do Classic Blue For Winter
Instagram/@jessicapettway
08
Classic Blue Beauty
Different shades of blue on eyes, lips, and hair, are a do. Go extra bold on the pout.
Celebs And Beauty Lovers Show Us How To Do Classic Blue For Winter
Instagram/@shanicemavo
09
Classic Blue Beauty
Use a light shade of the classic color to brighten up eyes on a cold day.
Celebs And Beauty Lovers Show Us How To Do Classic Blue For Winter
Instagram/@tayloranise
10
Classic Blue Beauty
A subtle blue in a glittery finish creates something magical and innovative.
Celebs And Beauty Lovers Show Us How To Do Classic Blue For Winter
Instagram/@marsaimartin
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Classic Blue Beauty
Give blue mascara a try. Don’t forget to prime lashes first!
Celebs And Beauty Lovers Show Us How To Do Classic Blue For Winter
Instagram/@jessicapettway
12
Classic Blue Beauty
Let your Classic Blue lips do the talking.
Celebs And Beauty Lovers Show Us How To Do Classic Blue For Winter
Instagram/@gwendilara
13
Classic Blue Beauty
Paint a gorgeous makeup landscape mixing the color with other winter hues.
Celebs And Beauty Lovers Show Us How To Do Classic Blue For Winter
Instagram/@jugalaxsea
14
Classic Blue Beauty
Bring the attention to your lower lids with a sparkly Classic Blue shadow and liner.
Celebs And Beauty Lovers Show Us How To Do Classic Blue For Winter
Instagram/@jennifermachadomakeup
15
Classic Blue Beauty
Color-block shades of Classic Blue around eyes for the perfect winter holiday beauty look.
Celebs And Beauty Lovers Show Us How To Do Classic Blue For Winter
Instagram/@kilennyk
TOPICS:  Blue Hair blue makeup Classic Blue Classic Blue beauty Pantone Color of the Year Pantone Color Of The Year 2020
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