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Purple reign

Think you can't wear purple eyeshadow? We're here to tell you: yes you can!
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We have nothing against black, grey or brown, but sometimes a girl just need a little something extra in her beauty arsenal.

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Enter purple, the shade of royals, Prince and Cadburyโ€™s chocolate (three of our favourite things). Hereโ€™s how to make purple eyeshadow work for you. 

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You have: green eyes

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This is a no-brainer. Shades of plum and purple are go-to shades for green eyes โ€“ create a soft haze by smudging shadow along the upper and lower lash lines for a flattering effect.

You have: brown eyes

Pretty much any colour looks great on you, so try any variation of purple, from burgundy to violet.

You have: blue eyes

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A soft lilac across the lid is subtle but striking.

You have: fair skin

Be bold with a vivid violet, or pare it back with a sorbet shade of lilac.

You have: medium skin

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Accessorise your eyes with jewel-toned shade of amethyst. 

You have: dark skin

Like brown-eyed ladies, you can pull off almost anything, so try it all, from bold to a sheer wash.

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