There’s No Wrong Way to Wear Gold Eyeshadow—Here’s 16 Options to Scroll Through

Gold has long been revered as the color of wealth, royalty, and luxury. While there are many places to embrace this precious and highly sought-after metal, we love it even more in our makeup than we do for jewelry. From sparkly shadow looks to sheer golden tones swept across the lids, gold shadow isn’t going anywhere, anytime soon. Ahead, we’ve rounded up some stunning golden eyeshadow looks you can wear all year round to give you all the inspiration you need—we already know you’ll look great in each and every one.

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Golden Wash

Even the most subtle gold shadow makes a statement, like this glittery golden dream scattered just across the eyelids. Apply the shadow to lids in a packing motion with your brush or finger to ensure you get your desired level of sparkle.

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