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For almost two years, a jumbo-sized Diptyque candle sat on a bookshelf in my living room completely untouched.

two models sitting on a brown couch with white pillows. both are dressed in gowns and glamorous makeup with their hair…

I insisted I was “saving it for a special occasion.”

This, of course, was ridiculous.

Life is a special occasion.

portrait of a model leaning against a stack of pillows wearing a blue gown red eyeliner and holding a rose that matches…

Marine Serre dress and gloves. Simone Rocha earrings.

And fire-enginered lipstickand cream blush and acontouring palette.

Because even if you have to stay inside, you might still go all out.

Yes, even on days I don’t have Zoom calls.

a foot wearing a sheer chartreuse sock and high heel made out of fruits and vegetables

“Fruit sandal” created during some downtime on set by prop stylist Alicia Sciberras.

And sometimes I even light a candle to mark the occasion.

And boy, did they deliver.

Scroll down for their inspiring takes.Dianna Mazzone

Not since ancient Egypt haseye makeupbeen more significant in human life.

two models sitting on a brown couch with white pillows. both are dressed in gowns and glamorous makeup with their hair…

Left: Versace sweater. Simone Rocha bra. Acne Studios bottoms. Lelet bow. Falke tights. Tétier Bijoux ring. Chelsea King and Maryam Nassir Zadeh scrunchies. Ottolinger dress. Panconesi and Acne Studios necklaces. Chelsea King scrunchies.

TryNYX Cosmetics Vivid Brights Liner in Vivid Fire.

Left: Versace sweater.

Chelsea King and Maryam Nassir Zadeh scrunchies.

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Louis Vuitton collar (worn as a headpiece).

Panconesi and Acne Studios necklaces.

But, good news: you might look great at home for no particular reason!

A wash of shimmering champagne shadow sets a softer backdrop for graphic eyeliner.

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Valentino top. Lorette Colé Duprat earring.

Choose a lip color not much darker than your natural shade to keep the focus on the eyes.

For a similar look, tryDior Diorshow On Stage Liner in Matte WhiteandRouge Dior Ultra Care Liquid in Rosewood.

When strategically placed, a handful of white elastics can turn a ponytail into a living sculpture.

portrait of a model wearing a blue long sleeve dress blue dotted tights and a blue mask that covers her face with just…

Marine Serre mask, dress, gloves, and tights.

Skip mascara and liner to keep the look fresh.

Fresher yet: Trace the tops of your cheekbones withChanel Baume Essentiel in Transparent.

The next level of mask-wearing: a full-face sock.

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Marina Moscone top. Lorette Colé Duprat earring.

Liven up fields of gold eye shadow with shocks of blue where you least expect them.

Then add a deep red purse it goes with everything!

Photographed by: Peter Ash Lee.

portrait of a model wearing a voluminous red dress and mint gloves in front of a white sheet

Oscar de la Renta dress. Tétier Bijoux earring.

Fashion stylist, Jaime Kay Waxman.

Hair: Evanie Frausto.

Makeup: Maki Ryoke.

Models: Tiana and Bea.

Prop stylist: Alicia Sciberras.

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