Pop of Color: Mastering the Electric Blue Eyeshadow Trend
Electric Blue Eyeshadow
Marc by Marc Jacobs had one of the most hyped makeup looks from New York Fashion Week Spring 2014. Makeup artist Dick Page presented a play on contrast using fresh, almost transparent skin as a canvas for bold, crescent-shaped eye makeup, in shades of cool and electric blue. The result? A bold block of color that standout from the crowd and look absolutely amazing.
Why Electric Blue?
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Eye-Catching Contrast: Blue sits opposite orange on the color wheel, so it makes brown and hazel eyes pop and intensifies cool-toned eyes.
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Seasonless Appeal: Bright enough for summer festivals, yet jewel-toned enough to wear through fall and winter.
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Clean-Beauty Friendly: Mineral pigments deliver intense payoff without irritation—perfect for sensitive eyes or those prone to redness.
Prep: The Foundation for Flawless Color
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Prime Your Lids: Start with a thin layer of eyeshadow primer or a dab of concealer to neutralize discoloration and create a smooth canvas.
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Set with Powder: Lightly dust a translucent setting powder to prevent creasing and help pigments glide on evenly.
Technique 1: Subtle Accents for Daytime
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Graphic Inner Corner Pop: Use a small, flat brush to place electric blue precisely in the inner third of your lid. Blend the edge softly with a neutral matte shadow to avoid harsh lines.
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Lower Lash-Liner Flick: Smudge a fine line of blue along just the outer half of the lower lash line. Finish with mascara on top lashes only to keep the look fresh and wearable.
Technique 2: Bold All-Over Color
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Pack on the Pigment: Load a stiff, synthetic brush with a cream-to-powder electric blue shadow. Press the color onto the lid from lash line to crease.
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Blend the Edges: With a clean, fluffy blending brush, diffuse the upper edge into a soft gradient—no harsh cutoff.
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Highlight & Define: Sweep a nude or pale shimmer across the brow bone and inner corner to brighten and lift.
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Tie It Together: Line your upper lash line with waterproof blue eyeliner for depth, then add two coats of lengthening mascara.
Technique 3: Smoky Blue Drama for Night
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Layer and Smoke: After applying electric blue to the lid, pick up a matte navy or deep charcoal in the outer “V” and along the lower lash line. Blend until the vivid blue transitions seamlessly into darkness.
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Wet vs. Dry: For ultra-intense payoff, dampen your brush before picking up the blue shadow—this transforms powder into a rich, creamy liner that sets on contact.
Complementary Color Pairings
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Coral & Peach: Warm cheek tones in coral or peach shades balance blue’s cool edge—try a soft peach blush to avoid competition.
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Champagne & Gold: A touch of light metallic on the center lid or inner corner amplifies the blue and brings dimension.
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Soft Pink Lips: Keep lips understated with rose or nude-pink gloss so eyes remain the focus.
Product Recommendations (Clean & Cruelty-Free)
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Electric Blue Shadow: Orglamix Pure Pigment Pressed Shadow in “Neon Tide”
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Cream-to-Powder Base: Orglamix Mineral Cream Shadow in Bermuda. Want a bit more purpley blue edge? Try Lavande. Or go bold, like our model Averi and opt for Geranium, Watercress and Violette.
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Multi-Use Highlighter: Orglamix Illume Luminizer Illuminator for brow bone accents
Expert Tips for All-Day Wear
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Layer Wisely: Build color in thin layers rather than one thick swipe to minimize fallout and creasing.
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Seal & Smudge: After eyeshadow, pat a matching blue eyeliner into the lash roots for a seamless finish and to lock pigment in place.
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Setting Spray Finish: Mist your face with setting spray, eyes closed, to meld powders and reduce any powdery residue.
Removal & Eye Care
Electric blues often contain high-impact pigments—always use a gentle, oil-based remover to dissolve the color without tugging. Follow with a soothing eye gel or cooled chamomile teabags to calm any potential redness.
Get the Look
This highly-pigmented eyeshadow look can be created by first applying Orglamix Full Spectrum Cream Eyeshadow in Sky from lid to crease. Then apply an electric blue shade in Dazzling Blue. Tip: Brush on top in a windshield washing motion to follow the natural shape of the eye and add more depth.
With these electric blue eyeshadow, you’re ready to embrace electric shades at any time of day. Start subtle, then dial up the intensity as you build confidence. Experiment with textures—matte, metallic, cream—and discover which technique best highlights your personal style. Ready to light up the room with a splash of vivid color? Share your electric blue looks with us—because bold beauty is always worth the spotlight.
Has Marc Jacobs convinced you that blue eyeshadow is cool?
