Soft glam might be the beauty brief for the wedding day but the cocktail night calls for a full-glam moment. It’s the one event where you can turn the drama all the way up and truly cash in on the face card. Metallic eyeshadows fit perfectly into that mood—they’re modern, exciting and photograph beautifully, making them a go-to for brides and bridesmaids alike. Whether you prefer soft gold lids that glow under candlelight or bold chrome finishes that make a statement, metallics add that extra dimension your evening look deserves.
Here’s a round-up of celebrity-approved metallic eyes to pin to your moodboard, along with the eyeshadow palettes you’ll need to recreate them.
Since your eye makeup can make or break a look, getting it right should be high-priority. Besides, don’t shy away from using pop colours and glitter that see you through the evening. With matte nudes, multi-chromatic foils, eye gloss and sparkly shades, the Huda Beauty Grunge Eyeshadow Palette will help you shift the focus to your lids.
Bring on the spooktacular vibes with this grunge-inspired eyeshadow palette from Huda Beauty. Forget everything you know about smoky glam and, instead, lean into your gothic side with this versatile lineup of mattes, multi-chromatic foils and glossy shades that will help you create a wide array of mystical makeup looks.
A fluid eyeshadow that glides on effortlessly and delivers long-lasting colour with a soft shimmer or bolder wash. The water-resistant formula doesn’t crease or budge, making it ideal for all-day wear. A sophisticated staple from one of the leading international makeup brands.
With a mix of matte, shimmer and glitter, this Rom&nd eyeshadow palette is ideal for creating rich, warm-toned eye makeup looks. The highly pigmented formula blends easily and applies smoothly, without any fallout, so you can achieve the perfect pop of colour with minimal effort. Besides, the palette’s neutral-to-warm shades, inspired by earthy mahogany tones, work on a variety of skin tones. Whether you want to warm up your lid or add some dimension, this one has you covered.

