How to do a smokey eye like the stars -

'Tis the season of dark, cold evenings, there's no better time to pull out your eyeshadow palettes and start working on creating the perfect smokey eye. A smoldering, super-hot look that's never out of style, it's an enduring favorite among celebrities. Whether they're walking the red carpet, rocking up at awards ceremonies, or just heading out dancing, some stars always have their sultry eyes on point.

Ready for some eye candy? Get clicking through this gallery to discover how to do a smokey eye like a star.

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Kim Kardashian -

Queen of the smokey eye, Kim K rarely steps out in public without strong eyeshadow game. The slicked-back hair and natural lip really make her dark eyes pop.

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Kendall Jenner -

Eyeshadow expertise clearly runs in the family with the Kardashian-Jenner clan. Kendall Jenner is pretty in pink with a dark, perfectly-smudged eye and glossy lip.

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Katy Perry -

Whatever your skin tone and eye color, there's a smokey-eye look to suit. Katy Perry demonstrates the visual allure of blending warm tones around the eye to complement her baby blues.

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Natalie Portman -

A smokey eye can give any look a feisty edge. Natalie Portman regularly vamps up her red carpet look with a bold eye, as demonstrated at the 2018 Venice Film Festival.

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Jennifer Lopez -

J.Lo goes big on eyelashes, and a smoldering dark eye that's accentuated by the pulled-back hair and the sheer lip.

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Keira Knightley -

Keira Knightley is an absolute pro at rocking the smokey-eye look. The lighter hues and bold brows work perfectly with her brown eyes and killer cheekbones.

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Jenna Dewan -

Never underestimate the power of an upward flick to give the smokey eye an extra dash of panache. Actress Jenna Dewan wings it in style with her feline flick.

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Scarlett Johansson -

Scarlett Johansson is another star who proves it's worth playing around with colors to find your ideal smokey-eye look. Her dramatic emerald tones make a real style statement that complements her dress and jewelry.

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Selena Gomez -

Style-conscious celebs are well aware that pulling back the hair draws attention to a perfectly-painted eye. Neutral lips are key, too, as demonstrated in style by actress and singer Selena Gomez.

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Penélope Cruz -

Penélope Cruz is another star who works this look on a regular basis. Bold eyes, statement jewelry, and exposed shoulders give this look a real wow factor.

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Kristen Stewart -

Kristen Stewart is never afraid to break with style conventions, so it's no surprise to see her buck the trend for scraped-back hair with a smokey eye. The paler hues of this look work perfectly with the highlights of her hair.

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Emma Watson -

Emma Watson keeps it casual, with the looser hair giving this smokey look a daytime vibe that still makes a big impact.

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Zendaya -

Don't underestimate the importance of the eyebrow in nailing the smokey eye. Super-stylish actress and singer Zendaya shows how to work a bold brow with a dramatically-dark eye.

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Gigi Hadid -

Top model Gigi Hadid is absolute smokey eye perfection. Super-long lashes and a flicked-out corner make this feline look the gold standard. The lighter color along the bottom lashes really enhance her eyes, too.

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Victoria Beckham -

Never knowingly outdone in the style stakes, Victoria Beckham has embraced the smokey-eye look throughout her career. Her signature look involves brown and ashy-black tones, winged up at the outer corners.

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Rihanna -

Singer and Fenty Beauty mogul Rihanna is another star who always nails her eye makeup. Her bold color choice here proves once again that classic blacks, grays, and browns aren't the only options for your smokey eye.

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Jennifer Connelly -

While bold is definitely beautiful when it comes to smokey eyes, less can be more, too. Actress Jennifer Connelly demonstrates how a pared-back look can use a subtle shimmer to frame the eye.

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Angelina Jolie -

If anybody can get away with breaking the 'smokey eye: natural lip' rule, it's Angelina Jolie. The actress has made dark eyes, pale skin, and a red lip her signature style.

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Laverne Cox -

Laverne Cox isn't afraid to shake up the color rules a little, either. The 'Orange is the New Black' star has her hair, eyes, and lips all on point with this look.

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Beyoncé -

Queen Bey never puts a foot wrong in many people's eyes, and she certainly nails it every time when it comes to working the smokey look. With a darker color along the lower lash line and sparkly shades on the upper eyelid, this look might take a little practicing, but the results are worth it.

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Diane Kruger -

Lighter shades can really work with golden hair and pale eyes. It helps to have cheekbones like actress and model Diane Kruger, too, of course.

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Courtney Cox -

With this look, Courtney Cox could give a masterclass in applying a smokey eye with style.

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Jennifer Hudson -

A white gown and dark eye is always a killer combination. Actress Jennifer Hudson made sure all eyes were on her with this sultry look at the 2016 Met Gala.

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Lily Collins -

Actress Lily Collins perfectly demonstrates how to work a lily-white skin complexion with a dark, smokey eye. The sleek hair and center parting give her look a 'Swinging Sixties' vibe.

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Eva Longoria -

Eva Longoria goes for a classy and classic look just about every time. The actress' trademark smokey eyes and glossy brown locks give her a timelessly-beautiful red carpet look.

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Nicole Richie -

Nicole Richie is 'good to glow' in a gorgeous, warm-hued eye that really complements her skin tone. Note the neutral lip is present and accounted for!

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Paris Hilton -

Richie's former 'The Simple Life' co-star Paris Hilton is another star who serially slays with a smokey eye. Keeping her trademark blonde locks long and loose makes this look all her own.

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Winnie Harlow -

Model Winnie Harlow shows how to work a midnight blue into a winged smokey look with epic effect. Whether you're on the runway, red carpet, or just heading out for a drink with your friends, this look is guaranteed to turn heads.

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Olivia Palermo -

When you have the hair and eyes Olivia Palermo has, it's no wonder you'd want to showcase them to the max. Here the model and influencer works eyeliner and soft, shimmery shades to enhance her eyes.

Sources: (Glamour) (Fashion Magazine)

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