There's no official rule stating that your makeup must match an element of your outfit. Many people actually frown upon the idea of, say, wearing a red skirt and echoing that shade perfectly on your lips. But there's no rule stating you can't match your makeup to your outfit, either. And sometimes, you can't help but feel inspired by your accessories — as appears to be the case with Marisa Tomei's latest makeup look.
Tomei, more often than not, opts for neutral makeup hues: barely-there lip tints in subtle pinks and peaches, and warm brown eye shadow with the occasional touch of shimmer or black liner. But on Monday, November 6, the Oscar winner attended a screening of the documentary Lakota Nation vs. United States in New York City with a decidedly different approach to makeup.
The actor wore a belted, black maxi dress that let her Maison Margiela boots peek out past the hem. On the opposite end of the dress was a fabulous statement necklace — or perhaps an elaborate collar? Either way, it's easy to understand why Tomei would want to take a cue from it for her eye makeup. It starts with golden and iridescent beads that transition into bigger beads in shades of peacock-like blues and greens.
Tomei's makeup includes her usual fresh-faced foundation and a hint of pink on her lips, but her eyes are a reflection of those bold beads. Blue liner completely surrounds her eyes — but not just one shade of blue. Much like her necklace, it's a gradient blend of different blues, ranging from cobalt to turquoise.
Although Tomei doesn't usually go for a colorful look, this is actually the second time this year she paired a black dress with blue eye makeup. In February, she wore a blue and pink smoky eye to the Berlinale International Film Festival.
Whether or not you've got a colorful necklace to match your eye makeup to, let this at least serve as encouragement to occasionally break out of your usual hues and have a little vibrant fun with your eyeliner every now and then.
More matchy-matchy beauty looks:
- Lily James Matched Her Manicure to Her Cozy Gray Sweater
- Cardi B Matched Her Makeup to Her Piercings
- Lindsay Lohan Matched Her Eyes to Her Cheeks to Her Lips to Her Hair
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