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Admittedly, black eyeliner will never lose its top place eye makeup status but every once in a while you’ve gots to shake things up. And when that days comes you can call on burgundy with confidence. The warm shade translates effortlessly to a spectrum of eye enhancements, from the simplest tightlining effort to more adventurous endeavours, à la this floating winged liner look makeup artist Brittany Sinclair etched on model Truth’s beautifully freckled lids. The shade still adds definition but without being too showy, plus the hue looks divine on all skin tones. So reach for a maroon pencil or palette next time you’re itching to try something new. Trust, you won’t regret it.

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From shades range to formula preference, there are loads of ways to add a dash of warm eye colour. What’s your secret recipe?

If a life with oily eye lids demands liner with serious staying power then look no further. From a brand renowned for creating cosmetics that stay put, the deep merlot matte shade is amongst an impressive palette of drool-worthy hues. And these old-school pencils provide more than meets the eye: several colours in the collection have multi-use potential on lips and cheeks, too. They’re ideal to have on hand for when, say, a Monochromatic Makeup Moment hits you.

Make Up For Ever Artist Colour Pencil in Free Burgundy, $23

Subtly metallic and rich, but not overwhelming, a berry-forward red hued cream awaits inside this tiny tube. Easily blended onto eye lids with a ring finger or used as eyeliner with an angled liner brush, prepare for impressive, crease-proof pigment with long-lasting power.

Almay Velvet Foil Eyeshadow in Ruby Glam, $9

It may be the slimmest, trimmest compact we ever did see, but this wee find doesn’t skimp on any level. A menu of metallic and matte finishes offers endless versatility, while eight shades that range from mild ginger to smoked paprika are formulated to last 24hrs. See? Toldja it packs a punch!

Revlon Colorstay Looks Book Eye Shadow Palette in Maverick, $17

We ❤️ a solid beauty collab! Here, cult British brand Pixi has teamed up with YouTuber Heart Defensor to put together a lineup of undeniably lovable hues. Do we want to wear each and every one of these stunning mineral shades? And immediately? You betcha.

Pixi + Heart Defensor Eye <3 Palette, $28

This Skinny Minnie unleashes 2mm of gel eyeliner that glides on with delightful ease. A savvy choice for enhancing eyes with subtle burgundy definition (tightlining and waterline success comin’ right up!), this waterproof blend is also free of parabens, sulfates and phthalates.

Marc Jacobs Beauty Fineliner Ultra-Skinny Gel Eye Crayon Eyeliner in Fine(wine), $33