For a sultry eye look with minimal fuss, Gillian Anderson's winged eyeliner is the way to go

Gillian Anderson is pictured wearing black winged eyeliner at the premiere of Disney's "Tron: Ares" at TCL Chinese Theatre on October 06, 2025, in Hollywood, California/ in a cream template with pink and peach dots and a product image of the L'Oreal Paris Infallible Grip Precision Felt 0.4mm 27H Longwear Eyeliner and two stock images of eyeliner streaks.

While minimal eye looks have been very trendy this year, classic winged liner is creeping back into the fray, just in time for party season. And Gillian Anderson has just handed us the perfect inspiration for an elevated but subtle take on the technique.

The best eyeliners, like a pop of blush and a quick coat of mascara, really have the power to change and enhance your look. Tight-lining with a smoky black pencil, for instance, can instantly transform your makeup from day to night, while adding a feline-like flick with a liquid formula can deliver a certain je ne sais quoi to an otherwise understated look. Indeed, a winged liner has many merits, from accentuating your lashes to offering a fresh and doe-like effect to your eyes. While wearing the best mascara on its own has been popular this year, eyeliner is still such a timeless and reliable option, especially for an event or occasion.