Maven recommends: A pop of green is easy on the eyes

Good morning, Wednesday. I'm enjoying this lovely day and looking forward to a fun dinner tonight.

So as I get older (I did just have a bday), I struggle a bit with makeup. In terms of- is less more? Why does concealer feel so off brand as I get a few more wrinkles seemingly each day? Why does bright lipstick look so harsh? The truth is, less is more when it comes to my face- but it's not necessarily about using less products, it's just about having a look that feels more natural and less trend focused when it comes to my visage- and that means a good primer, tinted moisturizer, bronzer, smack of liquid liner, and mascara. Oh and always a brow. I can't give up a well toned brow.

But sometimes a girl wants to have a little fun when it comes to color- and although I worry about looking like Mimi from the Drew Carey Show, I do sometimes crave something a little less natural and a lot more fun.

So I discovered this great eyeshadow from a favorite brand discovery of mine, Surratt.  Created by a top makeup artist, I find the line really fantastic and was so pleased when I found it in Barneys one day. Their eyeshadows are very pigmented and last a really long time on your lids- always a great thing. I'm loving this green shadow aptly called Envier for Summer- all you need is a well blended lid full of this gorgeous shade and your eye looks done, but not overly so. I like to use a bit of liquid liner (black or dark green or grey) on the outer lash line with some mascara to complete the look. I'm in love and think it's a fabulous way to have some fun without looking like a clown. I highly recommend this fun shade as a way to color these dog days with one of my all time favorite colors- green. Plus it looks good on my hazel/green eyes and would also look fab on brown eyes.

Cause that's what's up this green kind of Wednesday in the 718. Yours, in living color. XP

Link to buy here.