Festive seasons bring joy, gatherings, and the perfect opportunity to experiment with daring, sparkling makeup looks. Whether it be family gatherings, New Year’s Eve parties, or festive dinners – these ten festive makeup looks will ensure you stand out with style. Each comes with step-by-step instructions and product suggestions to recreate their magic at home.
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1. The Classic Red Lip
Nothing says festive like a classic red lip. Begin with a clean, moisturised face; apply light coverage foundation and set with translucent powder. Then, use a neutral eyeshadow palette for subtle smokey eye looks and apply black eyeliner and mascara. Furthermore, define cheekbones using bronzer with some blush; finish off your look by finishing with bold, red lipstick (try MAC’s Ruby Woo) to complete this timeless look.
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2. Glittery Gold Eyes
Illuminate your eyes with glittery gold shadows for a glamorous glow. Start by priming your lids, then applying Urban Decay Half Baked gold eyeshadow all over the lid and into the crease and outer corners for depth and dimension. Line with black gel liner before finishing with volumising mascara. Lips should remain nude to let the eyes take centre stage!
3. Smokey Silver Glam
Incorporate silver and grey shades to achieve an unexpected twist on the classic smokey eye look. Start by priming and applying Stila Cosmetics’ Silver Dollar eyeshadow as a base on lids; blend dark grey or black shadow into the crease and along the lower lash line before adding shimmery white shimmer into the inner corner of the eyes for shimmer. Finally, complete this luxurious look with a glossy nude lip for the final flourish.
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4. Festive Green Wing
For an eye-catching pop of colour, add festive green winged eyeliner. Keep eyeshadow minimal, opting for light beige or soft pink on lids only. Then, draw bold winged lines using green liquid eyeliner, such as NYX Vivid Brights Liner in Vivid Envy, for a bold winged liner that pops. Complete the festive look with soft pink lipstick and blush to finish it off in style!
5. Bold Berry Lips
Celebrate the richness of spring by donning bold berry lips (such as Fenty Beauty’s Mattemoiselle in Griselda). Prime your face with foundation and natural eyeshadow looks before applying the lipstick, blotting, and reapplying as needed to ensure lasting power. Incorporate cheekbone highlighting into your makeup so that the focus remains on lips alone.
6. Champagne Shimmer
To create an understated yet sparkling look, choose champagne-toned eyeshadow. Start by priming your eyes before applying L’Oreal Paris Infallible Eyeshadow Iced Latte champagne shimmer onto lids and gently blending into a crease. Line eyes with thin brown eyeliner before applying mascara; finish the look with a peachy blush and matching lip colour for an appealing soft-glow effect.
7. Twinkling Teal Eyes
Dare to be different by trying a teal eyeshadow look. After priming, apply Make Up For Ever’s Aqua Cream in Turquoise eyeshadow over the entire lid while blending outwards, using dark brown as depth in the crease for added dimension. Afterwards, line your waterline with a black pencil and apply mascara. Finally, keep lips neutral by using gloss to contrast against your bold eyes.
8. Radiant Rose Gold
Rose gold creates an instantly warm, radiant look. Begin by applying Charlotte Tilbury’s Eyes to Mesmerise in Rose Gold as a cream shadow on the lids before layering a soft matte brown in the crease for depth and adding some highlighter under your brow bone and inner corners for contrast. Finish it all off with black mascara and soft pink lips!
9. Dazzling Blue Liner
Create an eye makeup statement with a striking blue eyeliner! Start by applying a neutral eyeshadow base, then draw thick, winged lines using Lakme’s Eyeconic Liner. Finish with mascara to add definition, and finish with simple glossy lips for a striking look.
10. Soft Sparkle & Gloss
Opt for soft sparkle on the eyes and glossy lips for an understated yet festive look. Apply shimmering nude eyeshadow (Bobbi Brown’s Sparkle Eyeshadow in Ballet Pink is excellent) on lids before applying mascara for lift and applying clear or pink-hued lip gloss as a final flourish to complete the look.
Finish Your Makeup Look with Jewellery
Festive seasons are not just about makeup; they’re also the perfect time to adorn yourself with stunning jewellery to compliment your glamorous looks. Consider adding different types of jewellery, like chandelier earrings or a bold cocktail ring, to elevate your outfit. Layer delicate necklaces for a touch of elegance, or opt for stackable bracelets to add sparkle to your wrists. Remember, jewellery is the perfect finishing touch to any festive ensemble, adding that extra dash of sparkle and glamour to your overall look.
With these festive makeup looks, you’re ready to light up every celebration. Select the look that gives you confidence and makes this festive season unforgettable!
