The first thing you need to know when learning how to apply makeup is that in this case sometimes less is more.  If you go overboard with your color combinations without the aid of a professional eye makeup artist you may end up looking more ridiculous than sophisticated.  This is why if you are just beginning to play with eye makeup you should always choose light subtle tones that bring out your natural eye color instead of loud tones.  You also should choose a lighter eyebrow pencil as the wrong outlining can drastically change your overall look if you leave behind a dark mark.