Gilded Blue Royale Eye Makeup | Luxury Cool-Toned Evening Look

Key Features | Why This Look Stands Out

• Gilded sapphire blue eyes
  A sheer, metallic royal blue with fine gold reflects. Bold yet refined, never cheap, and absolutely stunning under evening lights.

• Warm matte brown sculpted base
  Softens the cool blue tones and creates instant depth, especially flattering on warm or yellow undertones.

• Soft-focus creamy skin finish
  A cross-brand base routine that looks like naturally perfect skin while lasting through an 8-hour formal event.

• Natural feathered brows
  Defined but not harsh, strong enough to balance dramatic eyes without overpowering the face.

• Sheer nude-pink lips with a soft glow
  Light-reflecting and delicate, perfectly toning down the intensity of the eye makeup for elegance and balance.

Overall Look Analysis

This makeup is truly an “instant spotlight at the entrance” kind of look.

I started with a soft-focus, creamy complexion using a Charlotte Tilbury + Urban Decay cross-brand base. The skin looks naturally flawless and polished without stealing attention from the eyes.

The eyes are the soul of this look. I first sculpted depth with Urban Decay warm matte browns, then layered a gilded, luminous sapphire blue on top. The contrast between cool blue and warm brown creates a rich, aristocratic depth that feels luxurious rather than overpowering.

The brows stay softly structured with a natural hair-like texture. A muted nude-apricot blush keeps the complexion fresh and refined, while the lips are finished with a sheer nude-pink shimmer that gently softens the bold eye look.

Whether it’s a formal dinner, a wedding, or an evening event, this look translates beautifully without feeling overdone.

Step-by-Step Tutorial

Step 1 — Base Makeup

I begin with Charlotte Tilbury Hollywood Flawless Filter as my illuminating base. This is my secret weapon for event makeup. The texture feels like a tinted serum, and once tapped into the skin, it creates a soft, natural glow that helps foundation melt in seamlessly. As a combination skin girl, I rely on this every single time.

Next, I apply Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Matte Foundation with a damp beauty sponge. It delivers medium coverage that effortlessly evens out redness and blemishes while maintaining a creamy, soft-matte finish. After 8 hours, it still looks better than when I first applied it.

For targeted correction, I use Urban Decay Quickie 24HR Concealer under the eyes. The dual-ended brush makes precision so easy, and it never settles into fine lines. I’ve used this countless times for tear troughs without a single fail.

To lock everything in, I finish with Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Setting Spray. The mist is ultra-fine and literally “sets” the makeup onto the skin. Even after cake, champagne, and hours of wear, my base stays smooth and clean.

Beginner tip: Dab foundation onto the skin instead of dragging it.
Pro tip: Use setting spray twice, once after base makeup and again at the very end for double longevity.

Step 2 — Brows

I lightly fill sparse areas with brow powder, then set everything using Urban Decay Big Bush Volumizing Tinted Eyebrow Gel in Neutral Nana.

This gel contains fine fibers that add fullness while keeping the brows in place all day. Even after hours out, my brows never collapse into a flat shape.

Beginner tip: Apply gel to the tail first, then the front for a natural gradient.
Pro tip: Use a clean spoolie to soften the edges and avoid clumping.

Step 3 — Eyeshadow

I always start with Urban Decay Eyeshadow Primer Potion. It mattifies the lids and triples color payoff. I’ve gone through three tubes already.

Base: Sweep 24/7 Longwear Eyeshadow in 15 Fix over the entire lid to create a clean canvas.
Transition: Blend 24/7 Longwear Eyeshadow in 20 New Riff into the crease and outer corner. This warm brown is incredibly flattering and instantly adds depth.
Main shade: Pack 24/7 Longwear Eyeshadow in 13 Charged onto the center of the lid. The gilded sapphire tone is sheer, luminous, and refined with delicate shimmer.
Depth: Use 24/7 Longwear Eyeshadow in 09 Ride on the outer third of the eye for added dimension.
Highlight: Tap 24/7 Glaze-On Liquid Eyeshadow in Silver Spooning onto the inner corners and lower lash line for instant brightness.

Beginner tip: Blend edges with a clean brush between each shade.
Pro tip: Slightly lift the outer edge upward by 1 mm for a more elongated eye shape.

Step 4 — Eyeliner

Along the upper lash line, I use Urban Decay 24/7 Liquid Stick Eyeliner in Melted Onyx. The ultra-fine tip is beginner-friendly and dries quickly without smudging.

On the outer half of the lower lash line, I add Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Eyeliner Pencil in Chaos. The vibrant blue perfectly echoes the eyeshadow without looking harsh.

Step 5 — Lashes

After curling my lashes in three sections, I apply Urban Decay Subversion Lash Primer. Infused with vitamin E, it keeps lashes soft, lifted, and flexible.

Once dry, I layer Urban Decay Perversion Volumizing Mascara twice. It separates every lash beautifully and holds up even through tears. This is one of my forever repurchase mascaras.

Step 6 — Cheeks

• Blush: Sweep Face Bond Blush Suede in Fleshed Out lightly onto the apples of the cheeks for a soft, natural flush.

• Contour: Use Face Bond Luminizer in High Profile under the cheekbones and along the jawline for subtle sculpting.

• Highlight: Tap Face Bond Luminizer in Golden Hour onto the brow bone, nose bridge, and cupid’s bow for a refined glow.

Step 7 — Lips

I start by lining with Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Lip Pencil in Ozone. This clear liner prevents feathering without altering lip color.

Then I apply Urban Decay Vice Hydrating Lipstick in Local. The nude-pink shimmer is sheer, comfortable, and perfectly balances bold eye makeup while staying wearable for everyday events.