The 'smoky' eye look achieved via the crafty application of eyeshadow and eyeliner has been popular for quite some time. This trend has true staying power, and it's hot again for the fall/winter season. Have you been reluctant to try smoky eyes on for size because you think they're too difficult to accomplish if you don't have a degree in cosmetology? I'm here to share the beauty secret with you that anyone can create smoky eyes and look fabulous!

The best thing about the smoky eye trend is that women of varying ages can wear it and look hip and sophisticated. It also doesn't matter what color eyes you have, as choosing the right shade of eye shadow will make them dazzle.

Batting your smoky eyes really is as easy as 1-2-3.
Here are the three easy steps to flaunting this great look out on the town!

1- Line your upper and lower lash lines with black eyeliner.

2- Blend either a gray, black, bronze or brown shade of eyeshadow over the liner. If you want a true 'smoky' eye, opt for gray or black eyeshadow. Smudge the liner outward at the corner of your eye nearest your temple to get that cat-eye look.

3- Curl eyelashes and apply black mascara to complete the look. For extra dramatic effect, apply false eyelashes as instructed here.

A top tip about the smoky eye look is to keep your other make-up minimal. Use a clear gloss on your lips so your eyes are the standout feature on your face, as seen in the photo to the right.

If you want a visual tutorial on achieving the smoky eye look, visit The Dazzling Girl's great smoky eyeshadow post.