Beginner1 min readLast updated: 2026-06-10
Evening Star Pattern — Complete Guide
Master the Evening Star 3-candle bearish reversal pattern at the top of uptrends.
What is the Evening Star?
The Evening Star is a 3-candle bearish reversal pattern — the opposite of Morning Star. It forms at the top of uptrends and signals buyers losing control to sellers.
Structure
Candle 1: Large bullish (trend continuation)
Candle 2: Small body/doji (indecision - the "star")
Candle 3: Large bearish (reversal confirmation)
┏┓ C2 (star)
┏━━┓ ┗┛
┃ ┃ C1 ┏┓
┃ ┃ ┃┃ C3 (big red)
┗━━┛ ┃┃
┗┛
Rules
| Candle | Requirement |
|---|---|
| C1 | Large bullish candle |
| C2 | Small body or doji — gaps up preferred |
| C3 | Large bearish candle closing into or below C1's body |
| Location | At resistance, supply zone, or after extended uptrend |
Trading
- Entry: Below C3's low or at C3 close
- Stop: Above C2's high (the star)
- Target: Next support level
- Stronger when C3 closes below C1's midpoint
Related Topics
- Morning Star — Bullish version
- Reversal Concepts