How To Master Cat-Eye Liner

Seen on icons from Sophia Loren to Brigitte Bardot to Angelina Jolie, cat-eye liner remains one of the most classic -- and stunning -- beauty looks. When done right the effect is utterly sexy, but mastering it with smooth precision -- and preventing any wonkiness from a shaky hand -- can be a little daunting. While practice will of course makes perfect, there are a few tips (and tools) to getting it right.

Watch the video for a step-by-step guide to creating the perfect cat-eye effect, and click through the gallery for our favorite celebrity inspirations.

Audrey Hepburn in 1959

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Brigitte Bardot in 1960

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Sophia Loren in 1966

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Keira Knightley in 2008

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Leighton Meester in 2009

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Penelope Cruz in 2009

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Kate Moss in 2010

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Angelina Jolie in 2010

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Alexa Chung in 2010

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Nicole Richie in 2010

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Taylor Swift in 2010

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Mila Kunis in 2011

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This article originally appeared on HuffPost.