When you see the colors cobalt blue, lime green and vintage gold together you might think of the crazy patterns on beach house furnishing or an 80’s scrunchie, but eye makeup? Absolutely! The bright colors of summer are now the hottest trend in eye makeup. Just think back to the bikinis you used to wear and you’ll know exactly what these color palettes look like.

Juicy color combinations like marine blue, sea foam green, tangerine and lime actually go on your eyes at the same time to create a look that is stunning, fun and not for the faint of heart. Rihanna is always on the cutting edge of these hot new shades and she models how to combine and blend bold colors like no other.

The great thing about these colors is that they aren’t as skin tone specific as traditional eye makeup. Frosted white and electric bubble gum pink look great on any skin tone – although darker tones do have an advantage. And they don’t have to be show stopping in a rainbow of color on each eye. For a soft, romantic look, apply frosted white just under your brow bone, smooth a light sweep of vintage gold in the crease and just below the white. Top the gold with bubble gum pink. Add pink cream blush to the apples of your cheeks and pink gloss for a look that will make him melt on sight.

If you’re not afraid of wow colors, go for the rainbow effect. Start with gold, pink or white at the brow, sweep tangerine in the crease and finish with cobalt or violet on your lid. These colors require a healthy coat of black eye liner and mascara as well. Rim both the upper and lower lash line in as wide a swath as you’d like – you rarely overdo it when using these color combinations.

If you’re really up for a little fun, reach for mascara in bright pumpkin orange or ultra violet. When paired with black liner and mascara they can tip your lashes with an extra burst of color that actually brightens your eyes. Many of the colored mascaras dry out quicker than regular mascara. Remember not to add water or any liquid to moisten dried mascara.

When you go for bright, bold eye colors, choose more subtle shades for your cheeks and lips. Pale pinks, nudes and tones close to your natural coloring work best and keep you from looking like a circus performer. Shine on your lips helps to balance the colors on your eyes, but don’t overdo it and create a slick. This will take your eyes from fashionable to funny looking.

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