Twice a year, Fashion Week unveils an inspiring preview of the season’s most anticipated makeup trends to come. For some of the Spring/Summer 2025 collections, designers made strong statements with eye makeup; from striking bright-colored liner and mascara to exaggerated takes on the black reverse cat-eye line and a daring chocolate smoky shadow that packs a punch. It’s always fun to watch on the runway, but have you ever wondered how you can translate the more extreme looks into one that is more wearable for day-to-day life? Think of it as a sort of watered-down version of the original without being too literal. It’s all about taking one element you love from a look and applying that color or texture on yourself in a way that makes you feel like you. The following photos, along with their tailored product suggestions, will be all you need to nail the makeup looks and give you a welcome Spring to your step!
Chocolate Smoky Eyes from Dsquared2
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An absolutely gorgeous bold statement that encompasses the entire eye all the way up to the brow bone with barely there brows. The result looks powerful from a distance, however the intensity of the product placement can appear heavy and too dramatic for everyday.
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Instead, try creating a more subtle version by applying a creamy or liquid brown or bronze shadow to the lids, in the crease and under lower eyelashes for depth and a softer overall shape. Textures that offer a dewy or luminous finish and natural brows are best for this look. You can also smudge a bit of black or brown eyeliner into the outer corners if you prefer a moodier effect, shown here on stunner Cara Delevingne. Pro tip: Using the heat of your fingertips will help to melt and blend the makeup edges until they virtually disappear, making this option timeless and perfect for Spring.
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Pat McGrath Fetish Eyes Longwear Liquid Eyeshadow in Platinum Bronze
These luminous lightweight shadows come in the most flattering shades and the application is seamless and crease-proof for easy all-day wear.
Pat McGrath Fetish Eyes Longwear Liquid Eyeshadow in Platinum Bronze
Tom Ford Gel Eyeliner Pencil
A beautiful liner that goes on gently and smoothly, while adding richness and depth to your eyes.
Neon Colored Liner & Mascara from Dries Van Noten
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Shades of bright fuchsia and lemon-yellow liner and mascara combined together dazzle on the runway at Dries Van Noten. Vibrant color always feels refreshing this time of year and amplifies any look. This is great for the catwalk, however too much color can tend to overpower us in real life.
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Balance is key and a little bright color goes a long way when it comes to instantly drawing attention to the feature you apply it to, so for your eyes, try choosing a shade you like and add just a touch to brighten them up. I love a delicate line or wash of yellow, orange, blue, green, or fuchsia paired with a little mascara and nude transparent glowing skin, as seen here on adorable Yara Shahidi. So beautiful! Pro tip: There are so many liner options available to suit everyone’s comfort zone…pencil and kohl, liquid and gel cream, felt tip and brush …Don’t be afraid to test them, hold them, and decide which are the perfect fit for you.
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The perfect shade of yellow! This vegan liquid liner goes on effortlessly, lasts for hours, and comes in a variety of other colors that will brighten you day!
Urban Decay 24/7 Inks Easy Ergonomic Liquid Eyeliner Pen in Mucho Mucho
An instant radiant glow to compliment your already gorgeous makeup! Apply it with or without makeup and anywhere on the face or body where you want to catch the light.
Hyper Extended Black Reverse Cat Eye Liner at Alexander McQueen
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This graphic feline fatale makeup conveys a level of intrigue that knocks it out of the park! The over exaggerated long lines feels fluid and feminine but it would be a lot more versatile with a little tweaking here and there.
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To make this look more wearable, the key is to keep the shape confined to the lash line, as seen here on Puerto Rican beauty Joan Smalls. When you bring in or remove the long winged line, the weight on the face shifts and now it becomes a much softer version. It’s really the same shape but just not as theatrical. It’s also lovely to keep the delicate points on the inner tear duct and outer edges because it creates the optical illusion that the eyes are longer and sleeker. This eye paired with a nude lip seals the deal. So sexy! Pro tip: Whenever you are looking to draw ultra tight lines and details, a high quality skinny felt-tip pen with a point that allows for more control will never disappoint.
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This vegan precision liner pulls out all the stops with it’s deep black color pigment and fast drying finish that stays put.
From the queen of nudes, Kim Kardashian offers a range of full-coverage shades to compliment any skin tone. They glide on so easily and leave behind a velvety finish that is irresistible.
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Photos courtesy of WWD, Getty Images, Splash News, Alexander McQueen
