What’s my secret to sexy and chic make-up? Color! Be it my everyday look, a special event, using high end or high street products, adding a vibrant hue transforms my look from understated to sexy, fun and chic!  Instead of going for the traditional red lip, try incorporating color with a vibrantly hued mascara.

If you have brown eyes then you’re one lucky gal.  Brown eyes can rock nearly any mascara shade from blue (my personal favorite) to pink.  Blue eyed ladies should opt for something in the turquoise family. For green sparklers try adding a deep espresso, ash brown or purple mascara to your lineup.  Likewise, a deep purple mascara would compliment hazel eyes beautifully.

Below are a few mascaras that will give you a helping hand in wowing the crowd.

Hint: If rocking a vibrant hue on your lashes sounds a little too adventurous, try a light application over your everyday mascara.  This will mute the color, providing a subtle pop.

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1) Dior Addict It Lash ($26) – Available in: Purple (162), Blue (272), Pink (872) and Black (092)

2) Sephora Collection Full Action Extreme Effect Mascara ($12) – Available in: Black (01), Brown (03), Blue (04), Purple (05)

3) Make Up For Ever Smokey Lash ($23) – Available in: Black (1), Brown(3), Green (4), Blue (5) and Purple (6)

4) Almay Intense i-Color Volumizing Mascara ($9) – Available in Plum (for brown eyes), Sapphire (for blue eyes), Midnight (for hazel eyes) and Mocha (for green eyes)

5) Bonus: Though not currently available, Maybelline occasionally releases a limited addition version of their ever popular Great Lash Mascara ($7).  Keep your eyes peeled and fingers crossed for a new release of these cost effective options.