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.

Word History and Origins

Origin of smoky eye¹

First recorded in 2005–10

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.

From The Daily Beast