7 Makeup Looks to Try This Festive Season
Take from celebrities like Lady Gaga and Gwen Stefani and spruce up your look this Christmas. From glitter eyes to classy red lips, here’s everything you need to know about this year’s trending festive makeup looks.
It’s all in the eyes and lips this festive season. No surprise there, considering those are the two main features of our faces and the ones that capture the attention of others first. Think glittery lids, defined eyes, and bold lips to commemorate the occasion; all of which were spotted on celebrities like Lady Gaga, Gwen Stefani, Miley Cyrus, and more.
If you’re not afraid to go a little extra with your look this year, then you’ve come to the right place. Here are 7 iconic makeup looks to accentuate your features and fit this year.
Glitter Eyes
Talk about the perfect look to accompany the glitz and glamour of holidays. This classic look – born of the layering of metallics, shimmers, and full-on glitter – is no stranger to the runway or the festivities that come along with Christmas. Pair it with a subtle lip or gloss, a hint of blush, and highlight as seen on personalities like Lady Gaga and Duckie Thot, and you’re good to go!
Pastel Lids
If your holiday fit is something along the softer side, consider using pastel colours to flatter your lids. We’re talking about pastel pinks, blues, purples, you name it. Pack on your colour of choice (like Miley did) and complete the look with some mascara and a bright lip colour. However, if you’re not for an all-pastel look, simply use it to decorate the inner corners of your eyes for an added oomph.
Pretty-In-Pink Eyes
You’ve seen it on big names like Gigi Hadid, Ariana Grande, Halsey, Najwa Nimri, and Selena Gomez, and now it’s your turn to give this pretty-in-pink look a try. Made to complement warmer outfits, this pop of pink is sure to get heads turning in your direction. If that’s not extra enough for you, just take from Hadid and smear some white or pink glitter on top of your lids for a stronger look.
All-Around-Gloss
Get the Kylie Jenner “wet” look by attempting some glossy lids and lips this season. Though it may look simple, glossy lids take quite a bit of prep before it can truly shine – and last long enough to see the end of the night. First, make sure you prep your lids with a primer you trust, before applying your eyeshadow of choice. We recommend using one that complements your skin tone best. After that, layer on a small amount of your face and eye gloss (not a lip gloss as it can get too sticky) on your lids before completing the look by blending it out.
Smokey Eyes
Alternatively, you could go for a classic smokey eye. As pictured here on Doja Cat, the swarthy look will draw all attention to your eyes for an overarching sultry appeal. If you’re thinking of turning up to a function in a little black dress or any black ensemble in general this Christmas, the smokey eye is the look for you.
Heavy Liner
Defined eyes are everything; you’ve practically seen it flaunted on the runway in shows like Dior’s and on many celebrities like Måneskin, Úrsula Corberó, Normani, and Anya Taylor-Joy. The best part? There are so many ways to wear a liner. You could do an everyday cat eye, an all-rounder, underliner, graphic liner, and more depending on the vibe you wish to present at Christmas. Our favourite would have to be the underliner, made popular on TikTok earlier this year.
Bold Red Lip
And of course, a festive makeup look wouldn’t be complete without a bold red lip. As seen on celebrities like Kylie Minogue, Gwen Stefani, Miley Cyrus, Salma Hayek, Lady Gaga, and Anya Taylor-Joy throughout the year, this lip colour is sure to make a statement without you having to try too hard. Whether you’re planning to go for a shimmery look or an everyday neutral one, a red lip is all you need to festify your appearance this Christmas.
