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smoky eye

[ smoh-kee ahy ]

noun

  1. Often smok·y eyes. a style of eye makeup application in which dark eyeshadow is applied to the top and bottom eyelids and blended for a dramatic effect (often used attributively):

    the perfect smoky eye; gorgeous smoky eyes; a dreamy smoky eye look.



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Word History and Origins

Origin of smoky eye1

First recorded in 2005–10

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Example Sentences

For example, the publisher could work with a brand like Sephora on tutorial videos where a creator showed how to make a smoky eye.

From Digiday

For the first time, she wore dramatic makeup: smoky eye shadow, exaggerated black eyeliner, and pink lips.

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