The in-between party (aka the actual party) is only half of the fun.
Just call it a friendly competition with the festive decor.
But you don’thave togo all out just because you’re going out.
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If it’s a bust, at least you get to practice your smoky-eye skills.
’s Liquid Glitter Eyeshadowin Purple Reign for achieving this effect.
And to make it last?
“Apply lid primer to lock shadow and liner in place,” Bryant says.
it’s possible for you to get the same look with theLancome Hypnose 5-Color Eyeshadow Palettein Bleu Hypnotique.
Almost-Black Oxblood Lips: Phoebe Bridgers
Goths love a good holiday party, too.
But despite its inherent conspicuousness and Christmas-color status, green can be worn with a glamorous subtlety.
Add a black liquid-liner wing to create classic drama.
We especially love how Lil Nas X’s wings turn inward at the top to create cute corners.
(Yes, even red with green or white with blue if you’re feeling especially on-theme.)
For a similar lip look, tryMakeup by Mario Ultra Suede Lipstickin Maurice.
Using a twinkly gold liner (likeE.L.F.
Hell, match it to your dress while you’re at it.
But to copy her jewel-toned, mermaid-inspired shadow, tryMilani Bella Eyes Gel Powder Eyeshadow in Bella Emerald.
Gilded Nudes: Jennifer Lawrence
Think nude butexpensive.
One shade we love?Mineral Essence Shimmer Eye Shadow in Blue Skies.
Frosty Silver: Gigi Hadid
As Gigi Hadid proves, glittercanbe a neutral.
TryPat McGrath’s MatteTrance Lipstick in McMenamyfor a deep, matte wine-colored shade.
TryNyx’s Vivid Brights Lineror theAllureBest of Beauty-winningDior’s On Stage Liquid Eyelinerin Matte Rusty.
Pink on Pink: Kelsea Ballerini
Party makeup does not exclude low-key beauty.
Bejeweled Brows: Cynthia Erivo
Bring the usual brushed-out brows up 1,000 notches with some rhinestone details.
Finish things off with a complementary berry stain on your lips and cheeks.
For an extra-sharp wing, try one of our faves,Pat McGrath Labs' Perma Precision Liquid Liner.
