I had the dress and a beautiful pair of heels but something was missing. A quick trip to my favorite cosmetics counter and I found the answer. "Smokey eyes," the young woman behind the counter enthused. Ten minutes later I left the store with a pair of smokey, sultry eyes, the perfect compliment to my cocktail dress, and a shopping bag filled with little tins: pewter, French grey and blue smoke, all waiting to create their evening magic!
That smokey palette translates beautifully to interiors. I've always found shades of grey soothing and sophisticated on their own or with a pop of color (turquoise, plum!) sophisticated and elegant. Smokey eyes, smokey interiors-you decide!
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Barbara, I agree with you. I especially love a smokey gray. These images are beautiful.
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Teresa
So pretty! I actually got distracted by the first photo. Would love to find that little bauble of a necklace under the tree! Have a merry weekend. Jeanne
ReplyDeleteThese are lovely! and I'm sure you looked just as beautiful with your sultry smoky eyes! Have a great weekend ...
ReplyDeleteDefinately Gray is one of my fav's...so relaxing!
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Your inspiration is smokin! Have a great weekend, Barbara.
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I like the look of the smokey eye but when I tried to do it myself it was a hot mess - operator error for sure. Love that painting over the fireplace in the second room and the last room is just my style.
ReplyDeleteLove grey paired with turquoise or plum! I am so bad with makeup-- but have always wanted to try smoky eyes!! Take care, Caroline
ReplyDeleteLove a smokey eye - but haven't figured out how to do it myself! Love those smokey interiors!!! I'm sure YOU will look smokin' this weekend.
ReplyDeletemerry merry!!
I wish I knew how to pull off the smokey eye look...could be fun for a night out with my hubby! The interiors are gorgeous. You'll look smashing at your event this weekend.
ReplyDeleteWhen smoke gets in your eyes - great oldie song! Love the grays!Have a merry weekend Barbara!
ReplyDeletexo Cathy
Beautiful grays and hazy browns look so sophisticated and warm, I think, for interiors. May have to try smoky eyes for Saturday night party!
ReplyDeleteSo nice to meet you and thank you for the follow!
ReplyDeleteSmokey eyes are tricky...I think creating a smokey interiour might be slightly easier! Hope you were able to achieved the sultry smokey look your heart and dress desired!
xo J~
We have gray in our dining room and sunroom, I adore it! Love a smoky palatte! XX!
ReplyDeletei love these interiors... very sophisticated and urban... hope you had a great weekend!
ReplyDeleteThis is a great group of photos. I love the pop of color. I am just wrapping a project with tons of grey/geige and am inspired to accessorize with some strong color. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteSandra
I do love a smokey palette. There is something very relaxing about that shade. I especially adore it paired with a deep plum.
ReplyDeleteI really like the look of the sultry smokey eyes. Great evening look.