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2011: The Year in Metallic Eye Makeup

Metallic eyes were everywhere in 2011.
Shimmer and Shine
Lala Metallic Lids Lead
By Nicole Marie Melton · Updated October 28, 2020
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When it comes to nailing down a party-perfect look, nothing gets the job done quite like metallic eyeshadow! This year, we saw tons of our favorite celebs rocking shimmery shadows in vivid hues of silver, copper and gold.

If you’re looking to make your eyes pop this holiday season, take your cue from our round-up of the best metallic eyes of 2011.