These 21 Stunning Eye Makeup Looks Live in My Head Rent-Free

Of all the adages currently swirling in the beauty industry, none ring truer than this one: It's all about the eyes. Not only are the eyes virtually the only feature visible while wearing face masks, but they also pop the most on video calls, signaling to our loved ones and co-workers that we haven't completely given up on life. For these reasons and a plethora of others, you might be toying with the idea of upping your eye makeup game. If that's the case, then there's a specific hue you've likely been ignoring that you need to start paying attention to right away: blue. No, I haven't lost my mind. Let me explain.

I'm a child of the '90s, so I distinctly remember the tragic, frosty blue eye-shadow looks that, unfortunately, dominated that era. But believe me—the blue eye-shadow game has evolved in a major way since then. From soft flushes of pigment to shimmery finishes in colors from deep navy to aquamarine, blue eye shadow is the move, and all your faves agree. Don't believe me? Keep scrolling for 21 of the best blue eye-shadow looks responsible for my current obsession. By the end, I promise you'll be adding some blue eye makeup to your cart.

Normani's Disco Cat Eye

The overdrawn cat eye is a moment on its own, but the addition of that glittery blue eye shadow sends this look into another dimension.

Kerry's Soft Blue Fluff

Sometimes, all you need is a monochrome wash of deep blue to create a whole vibe.

January's Icy Blue Lids

This satiny blue look is too good.

For a quick and saturated hit of color that requires minimal skill and even less effort, opt for a silky liquid eye shadow like this one by Kosas.

Joan's Blue Smoky Eye

This shimmery blue-infused smoky eye is the stuff of dreams.

Lily's '70s Glam

David Bowie would be proud of this one.

Taylour's Fade to Blue

WWW's December cover girl is serving! This look has so much depth.

Taylor's Aqua Moment

Greenish blue for the win.

To pull off a look like this, you'll need all the pigment you can get. Reach for an eye shadow that packs a punch, like this L'Oréal option. Hint: It's a great dupe of a way more expensive cult favorite.

Chloe's Celestial Blue Cut Crease

This glistening look is giving me mermaid vibes, and I love it.

Serayah's Exaggerated Teal Wing

There's nothing like a bold wing, but it looks even better in this bold teal color.

Elsa's Blue-on-Blue Look

A royal blue cat eye drawn over a wash of baby blue eye shadow? Say less.

Jasmine's Cobalt Racoon Eyes

This maximalist eye shadow might only work on the runway, but it's still so dreamy.

Priscilla's Electric-Blue Streak

I never knew I needed blue eyeliner until today.

Get the look just right with this creamy pencil eyeliner—it's the exact one Priscilla used. 

Julia's Sky Blue Haze

This smoked-out sky blue is too pretty for words.

Dua Lipa's Bright Blue Mod Look

The only thing I love more than the Twiggy-esque eyeliner and lashes is the blue gradient situation on her lids.

Lucy's Glittering Abalone Eyes 

Oh, how I love this iridescent effect.

Emma's Sapphire Cut Crease

You can't go wrong with a graphic cut crease. 

Sarah's Blue-Gray Blur

Just wow.

Sarah called out this palette as the secret sauce to this dreamy look.

Nawel's Multi-Tonal Mosaic

I don't ever want to hear anyone say eye makeup isn't art.

Aude-Julie's Graphic Eye

Seriously, just look at this!

Barbie's Nod to Cleopatra

Go off, Barbie.

Lizzo's Turquoise Bolt

Everything about this is just perfect.

Not only is this eyeliner highly pigmented, but it also glides on like butter. 

Up next, I'm Locally Famous for My Eyeliner Skills—Here's Everything I Do to Get It Right

This story originally appeared on: WhoWhatWear - Author:Courtney Higgs