How can I achieve a smoky eye without if looking like a black eye?

I once tried to do a smoky eye and someone asked if i was tired because i guess the black smeared or something, But every time i try this look it always looks like a hot mess? Any tips or ideas?

Thank you in advance….=]

I do smoky eyes all the time, but instead of black eyeshadow, I use dark brown. It’s way more relaxed, but still looks amazing. So shade in your eyelid with a light brown, then go in with a darker brown along your lashline and in your crease. If you want you can even go over those same areas again with a black eyeshadow. Then use liquid eyeliner (Revlon ColorStay!!!~) on top. And a black eye pencil on your waterline. Finish it all with mascara, heavy or light, depends on your preference!
Oh and sometimes if your eyes look tired, sweep below your bottom lid with the light brown eyeshadow to instantly wake them up!