23 New Year’s Eve Makeup Looks To Ring In 2026 the Glamorous Way
@patrickta / instagram
New Year’s Eve is famously one of the most celebratory nights of the year. The last night of December pushes us to reflect on all the amazing things we have accomplished over the past 365 days and praise all the good things to come. Whether you’ve got plans to be with friends and family or want a cozy night in with takeout and champagne, why not ring in 2026 with a little bit of glamour? Below, find 23 makeup looks suitable for New Year’s Eve that bring a bit of glitz and glam to the new year.
Make a Statement
@isabelle.de.vries / instagram
Go bold, or go home. This statement lip, featuring black liner and a burgundy center, is a true showstopper for New Year’s Eve glam.
Romantic Glam
@udstevek / instagram
NYE is prime time to play with color. For the eyes, experiment with pink-purple hues with a subtle shimmer. Pair it with a nude glossy lip for the perfect balance.
Silver Eyes
@patrickta / instagram
Silver is a classic for New Year’s Eve—add a pop to your eyes for instant festive flair. For extra drama, try an elongated liner look.
Bronze Sparkly Eyes
@danessa_myricks / Instagram
The easiest way to create party-ready eyes? Add gold glitter. A touch of shimmer instantly elevates a look, especially for a night like New Year’s Eve. In lieu of eyeshadow, apply a sparkly cream tint to the top lids and bottom lash line, following up with a few coats of mascara.
Smokey Gem Accents
@brittsully / Instagram
This gem-adorned metallic eyeshadow, seen on Jenna Dewan, is a perfect way to ring in the new year. We’re taking notes on the precise gem placement and those perfectly filled-out eyebrows.
Chocolate Haze
@patrickta / Instagram
One of the trendiest colors this year was chocolate brown. So why not use the popular hue to create a smoky eye, as seen here on Lori Harvey? If you want to ditch the traditional black and grey smoky shadows, this is the perfect alternative. Keep your blush and lip color minimal so the eyes are the start of the show.
Jewel Toned Liner
@britsully / Instagram
If dramatic eyeliner is what you’re after, this jewel-toned emerald green liner is for you. The bright colorway is sophisticated enough to wear on New Year’s Eve while still feeling a bit unexpected. Apply the liner to the top and bottom lashes, extending it out in a wing shape in the outer corners. To intensify the color, apply a metallic green eyeshadow on top of the liner.
Bold Red Lip
@patrickta / Instagram
You can never go wrong with a classic glam look. Take notes from Lindsay Lohan, as she rocks an elevated bold red lip paired with simple black eyeliner. Whether it’s red, fuschia, or deep cranberry, bold lipstick never fails for any special occasion.
Exaggerated Blush
@patrickta / Instagram
With cold weather comes flushed complexions. If you’re a fan of wearing blush, you can bump up the color ever so slightly to make your cheeks the focus of your look. Keep the rest of your makeup minimal with natural shadows to glossy lips.
Dreamy Soft Glam
@patrickta / Instagram
Spending a whole night in full glam isn’t for everyone. If you are considering going softer with your makeup this New Year’s Eve, we’ve got you. This look keeps things simple by focusing on enhancing the eyes, adding a touch of blush, and defining the lips. Each category comes together to create a harmonious makeup look that is beautifully refined.
Icy Eyes
@patrickta / Instagram
Make a statement with white eyeshadow this New Year’s Eve. Ayra Starr proves that white shadow can make quite an impact as a singular color worn on the eyes. Paired with glossy lips and a raspberry blush, it’s giving winter chic in all the best ways.
Sophisticated Glamour
@patrickta / Instagram
With defined eyes, lips, and sculpted cheekbones, Joan Smalls proves that a sophisticated makeup look is suitable for any special occasion, especially New Year’s Eve. The key is creating a winged liner that is thinner than traditional eyeliner. This will help elongate and open the eyes.
Subtle Greys
@patrickta / Instagram
Smoky eyes don’t always have to be dramatic. Create a lighter, hazy eyeshadow look by using matte shadows and lots of mascara. Paired with nude lips and peach blush, the grey pops the eyes and looks romantic compared to traditional black and brown hues.
Shimmer and Smoke
@claudiu.burca / Instagram
When creating makeup looks for New Year’s Eve, keep in mind the finish and texture of your products. Metallic, shimmering shadows instantly present a dressier look, as seen here. By using a darker shadow extended outward as a wing and an iridescent shadow placed on the lid, this look encompasses both shimmer and smoke.
Elevated Liner
@cherishbrookehill / Instagram
Make your eyes the star of the show. A thin touch of liner can instantly enhance the shape and look of your eyes and doesn’t take so long to apply. Use a gel black pencil that melts softly into the skin and applies easily. Then, spread it along the lash line with a precise eyeliner brush. This creates that coveted thin line and aids in perfecting your wing shape.
Long Lashes
@cherishbrookehill / Instagram
If you’re craving more of a natural look but want to elevate your makeup ever so slightly for New Year’s Eve, wear false lashes. This creates both depth and volume on the eyes and doesn’t require any intricate shadow looks. Worn with a soft rose blush and lipstick, you still bring a little glamour without abandoning your comfort zone.
Champagne Shimmer
@makeupvincent / Instagram
For an easy, festive look, smudge your eyeliner and pair it with glittery champagne eyeshadow. Keep the rest of your makeup simple with some color on the cheeks and light lipgloss. It’s the perfect look to throw together for a New Year’s Eve party that will serve every time.
Line and Define
@danessa_myricks / Instagram
You don’t have to use elaborate colors or fancy techniques to make a statement. Defining every aspect of your look, from your lips to your brows, will create a defined and sharp finish. Remember that you can always go back in with some makeup remover and a Q-tip to clean up any edges you may have missed.
Plum Smoke
@danessa_myricks / Instagram
Plum and purple tones are notorious for enhancing every eye color. Depending on whether you use warm or cool-toned shadows will determine the perfect blush and lip combo. Keeping your entire look in the same color family will yield the most cohesive finish and compliments.
Graphic Statement
@claudiu.burca / Instagram
Graphic liner is a statement suitable for New Year’s Eve and beyond. You’d be surprised at what you can create with a bright hue and precise liner brush. Whether you do a minimal line or something more extravagant, you’ll turn heads with this glam everywhere you go.
All About The Eyes
@nikki_makeup / Instagram
Make your entire look all about the eyes this New Year’s Eve. We especially love the contrast between a metallic shadow and darker hues. The sky’s the limit when it comes to color combinations, and when worn with a neutral lip and cheek color, your eyes will stand out in the best way.
Bring The Drama
@nikki_makeup / Instagram
Bring the drama to your New Year’s Eve celebration with smoky eyes, soft lips, and radiant cheekbones. The smokier, the better, in our opinion. Don’t believe us? Just look at how Kelly Rowland demonstrates how chic, smoky eyes can look.
Classic Beauty
@nikki_makeup / Instagram
If romantic beauty looks are what you’re after, New Year’s Eve is the perfect time to wear them. Here, Alessandra Ambrosio touts a soft, romantic makeup look with winged eyeliner and defined nude lips. Her cheeks have just the right amount of blush and her brows are shaped with beautiful precision.
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23 New Year’s Eve Makeup Looks To Ring In 2026 the Glamorous Way
@patrickta / instagram
New Year’s Eve is famously one of the most celebratory nights of the year. The last night of December pushes us to reflect on all the amazing things we have accomplished over the past 365 days and praise all the good things to come. Whether you’ve got plans to be with friends and family or want a cozy night in with takeout and champagne, why not ring in 2026 with a little bit of glamour? Below, find 23 makeup looks suitable for New Year’s Eve that bring a bit of glitz and glam to the new year.
Make a Statement
@isabelle.de.vries / instagram
Go bold, or go home. This statement lip, featuring black liner and a burgundy center, is a true showstopper for New Year’s Eve glam.
Romantic Glam
@udstevek / instagram
NYE is prime time to play with color. For the eyes, experiment with pink-purple hues with a subtle shimmer. Pair it with a nude glossy lip for the perfect balance.
Silver Eyes
@patrickta / instagram
Silver is a classic for New Year’s Eve—add a pop to your eyes for instant festive flair. For extra drama, try an elongated liner look.
Bronze Sparkly Eyes
@danessa_myricks / Instagram
The easiest way to create party-ready eyes? Add gold glitter. A touch of shimmer instantly elevates a look, especially for a night like New Year’s Eve. In lieu of eyeshadow, apply a sparkly cream tint to the top lids and bottom lash line, following up with a few coats of mascara.
Smokey Gem Accents
@brittsully / Instagram
This gem-adorned metallic eyeshadow, seen on Jenna Dewan, is a perfect way to ring in the new year. We’re taking notes on the precise gem placement and those perfectly filled-out eyebrows.
Chocolate Haze
@patrickta / Instagram
One of the trendiest colors this year was chocolate brown. So why not use the popular hue to create a smoky eye, as seen here on Lori Harvey? If you want to ditch the traditional black and grey smoky shadows, this is the perfect alternative. Keep your blush and lip color minimal so the eyes are the start of the show.
Jewel Toned Liner
@britsully / Instagram
If dramatic eyeliner is what you’re after, this jewel-toned emerald green liner is for you. The bright colorway is sophisticated enough to wear on New Year’s Eve while still feeling a bit unexpected. Apply the liner to the top and bottom lashes, extending it out in a wing shape in the outer corners. To intensify the color, apply a metallic green eyeshadow on top of the liner.
Bold Red Lip
@patrickta / Instagram
You can never go wrong with a classic glam look. Take notes from Lindsay Lohan, as she rocks an elevated bold red lip paired with simple black eyeliner. Whether it’s red, fuschia, or deep cranberry, bold lipstick never fails for any special occasion.
Exaggerated Blush
@patrickta / Instagram
With cold weather comes flushed complexions. If you’re a fan of wearing blush, you can bump up the color ever so slightly to make your cheeks the focus of your look. Keep the rest of your makeup minimal with natural shadows to glossy lips.
Dreamy Soft Glam
@patrickta / Instagram
Spending a whole night in full glam isn’t for everyone. If you are considering going softer with your makeup this New Year’s Eve, we’ve got you. This look keeps things simple by focusing on enhancing the eyes, adding a touch of blush, and defining the lips. Each category comes together to create a harmonious makeup look that is beautifully refined.
Icy Eyes
@patrickta / Instagram
Make a statement with white eyeshadow this New Year’s Eve. Ayra Starr proves that white shadow can make quite an impact as a singular color worn on the eyes. Paired with glossy lips and a raspberry blush, it’s giving winter chic in all the best ways.
Sophisticated Glamour
@patrickta / Instagram
With defined eyes, lips, and sculpted cheekbones, Joan Smalls proves that a sophisticated makeup look is suitable for any special occasion, especially New Year’s Eve. The key is creating a winged liner that is thinner than traditional eyeliner. This will help elongate and open the eyes.
Subtle Greys
@patrickta / Instagram
Smoky eyes don’t always have to be dramatic. Create a lighter, hazy eyeshadow look by using matte shadows and lots of mascara. Paired with nude lips and peach blush, the grey pops the eyes and looks romantic compared to traditional black and brown hues.
Shimmer and Smoke
@claudiu.burca / Instagram
When creating makeup looks for New Year’s Eve, keep in mind the finish and texture of your products. Metallic, shimmering shadows instantly present a dressier look, as seen here. By using a darker shadow extended outward as a wing and an iridescent shadow placed on the lid, this look encompasses both shimmer and smoke.
Elevated Liner
@cherishbrookehill / Instagram
Make your eyes the star of the show. A thin touch of liner can instantly enhance the shape and look of your eyes and doesn’t take so long to apply. Use a gel black pencil that melts softly into the skin and applies easily. Then, spread it along the lash line with a precise eyeliner brush. This creates that coveted thin line and aids in perfecting your wing shape.
Long Lashes
@cherishbrookehill / Instagram
If you’re craving more of a natural look but want to elevate your makeup ever so slightly for New Year’s Eve, wear false lashes. This creates both depth and volume on the eyes and doesn’t require any intricate shadow looks. Worn with a soft rose blush and lipstick, you still bring a little glamour without abandoning your comfort zone.
Champagne Shimmer
@makeupvincent / Instagram
For an easy, festive look, smudge your eyeliner and pair it with glittery champagne eyeshadow. Keep the rest of your makeup simple with some color on the cheeks and light lipgloss. It’s the perfect look to throw together for a New Year’s Eve party that will serve every time.
Line and Define
@danessa_myricks / Instagram
You don’t have to use elaborate colors or fancy techniques to make a statement. Defining every aspect of your look, from your lips to your brows, will create a defined and sharp finish. Remember that you can always go back in with some makeup remover and a Q-tip to clean up any edges you may have missed.
Plum Smoke
@danessa_myricks / Instagram
Plum and purple tones are notorious for enhancing every eye color. Depending on whether you use warm or cool-toned shadows will determine the perfect blush and lip combo. Keeping your entire look in the same color family will yield the most cohesive finish and compliments.
Graphic Statement
@claudiu.burca / Instagram
Graphic liner is a statement suitable for New Year’s Eve and beyond. You’d be surprised at what you can create with a bright hue and precise liner brush. Whether you do a minimal line or something more extravagant, you’ll turn heads with this glam everywhere you go.
All About The Eyes
@nikki_makeup / Instagram
Make your entire look all about the eyes this New Year’s Eve. We especially love the contrast between a metallic shadow and darker hues. The sky’s the limit when it comes to color combinations, and when worn with a neutral lip and cheek color, your eyes will stand out in the best way.
Bring The Drama
@nikki_makeup / Instagram
Bring the drama to your New Year’s Eve celebration with smoky eyes, soft lips, and radiant cheekbones. The smokier, the better, in our opinion. Don’t believe us? Just look at how Kelly Rowland demonstrates how chic, smoky eyes can look.
Classic Beauty
@nikki_makeup / Instagram
If romantic beauty looks are what you’re after, New Year’s Eve is the perfect time to wear them. Here, Alessandra Ambrosio touts a soft, romantic makeup look with winged eyeliner and defined nude lips. Her cheeks have just the right amount of blush and her brows are shaped with beautiful precision.
@patrickta / instagram
New Year’s Eve is famously one of the most celebratory nights of the year. The last night of December pushes us to reflect on all the amazing things we have accomplished over the past 365 days and praise all the good things to come. Whether you’ve got plans to be with friends and family or want a cozy night in with takeout and champagne, why not ring in 2026 with a little bit of glamour? Below, find 23 makeup looks suitable for New Year’s Eve that bring a bit of glitz and glam to the new year.
Make a Statement
@isabelle.de.vries / instagram
Go bold, or go home. This statement lip, featuring black liner and a burgundy center, is a true showstopper for New Year’s Eve glam.
Romantic Glam
@udstevek / instagram
NYE is prime time to play with color. For the eyes, experiment with pink-purple hues with a subtle shimmer. Pair it with a nude glossy lip for the perfect balance.
Silver Eyes
@patrickta / instagram
Silver is a classic for New Year’s Eve—add a pop to your eyes for instant festive flair. For extra drama, try an elongated liner look.
Bronze Sparkly Eyes
@danessa_myricks / Instagram
The easiest way to create party-ready eyes? Add gold glitter. A touch of shimmer instantly elevates a look, especially for a night like New Year’s Eve. In lieu of eyeshadow, apply a sparkly cream tint to the top lids and bottom lash line, following up with a few coats of mascara.
Smokey Gem Accents
@brittsully / Instagram
This gem-adorned metallic eyeshadow, seen on Jenna Dewan, is a perfect way to ring in the new year. We’re taking notes on the precise gem placement and those perfectly filled-out eyebrows.
Chocolate Haze
@patrickta / Instagram
One of the trendiest colors this year was chocolate brown. So why not use the popular hue to create a smoky eye, as seen here on Lori Harvey? If you want to ditch the traditional black and grey smoky shadows, this is the perfect alternative. Keep your blush and lip color minimal so the eyes are the start of the show.
Jewel Toned Liner
@britsully / Instagram
If dramatic eyeliner is what you’re after, this jewel-toned emerald green liner is for you. The bright colorway is sophisticated enough to wear on New Year’s Eve while still feeling a bit unexpected. Apply the liner to the top and bottom lashes, extending it out in a wing shape in the outer corners. To intensify the color, apply a metallic green eyeshadow on top of the liner.
Bold Red Lip
@patrickta / Instagram
You can never go wrong with a classic glam look. Take notes from Lindsay Lohan, as she rocks an elevated bold red lip paired with simple black eyeliner. Whether it’s red, fuschia, or deep cranberry, bold lipstick never fails for any special occasion.
Exaggerated Blush
@patrickta / Instagram
With cold weather comes flushed complexions. If you’re a fan of wearing blush, you can bump up the color ever so slightly to make your cheeks the focus of your look. Keep the rest of your makeup minimal with natural shadows to glossy lips.
Dreamy Soft Glam
@patrickta / Instagram
Spending a whole night in full glam isn’t for everyone. If you are considering going softer with your makeup this New Year’s Eve, we’ve got you. This look keeps things simple by focusing on enhancing the eyes, adding a touch of blush, and defining the lips. Each category comes together to create a harmonious makeup look that is beautifully refined.
Icy Eyes
@patrickta / Instagram
Make a statement with white eyeshadow this New Year’s Eve. Ayra Starr proves that white shadow can make quite an impact as a singular color worn on the eyes. Paired with glossy lips and a raspberry blush, it’s giving winter chic in all the best ways.
Sophisticated Glamour
@patrickta / Instagram
With defined eyes, lips, and sculpted cheekbones, Joan Smalls proves that a sophisticated makeup look is suitable for any special occasion, especially New Year’s Eve. The key is creating a winged liner that is thinner than traditional eyeliner. This will help elongate and open the eyes.
Subtle Greys
@patrickta / Instagram
Smoky eyes don’t always have to be dramatic. Create a lighter, hazy eyeshadow look by using matte shadows and lots of mascara. Paired with nude lips and peach blush, the grey pops the eyes and looks romantic compared to traditional black and brown hues.
Shimmer and Smoke
@claudiu.burca / Instagram
When creating makeup looks for New Year’s Eve, keep in mind the finish and texture of your products. Metallic, shimmering shadows instantly present a dressier look, as seen here. By using a darker shadow extended outward as a wing and an iridescent shadow placed on the lid, this look encompasses both shimmer and smoke.
Elevated Liner
@cherishbrookehill / Instagram
Make your eyes the star of the show. A thin touch of liner can instantly enhance the shape and look of your eyes and doesn’t take so long to apply. Use a gel black pencil that melts softly into the skin and applies easily. Then, spread it along the lash line with a precise eyeliner brush. This creates that coveted thin line and aids in perfecting your wing shape.
Long Lashes
@cherishbrookehill / Instagram
If you’re craving more of a natural look but want to elevate your makeup ever so slightly for New Year’s Eve, wear false lashes. This creates both depth and volume on the eyes and doesn’t require any intricate shadow looks. Worn with a soft rose blush and lipstick, you still bring a little glamour without abandoning your comfort zone.
Champagne Shimmer
@makeupvincent / Instagram
For an easy, festive look, smudge your eyeliner and pair it with glittery champagne eyeshadow. Keep the rest of your makeup simple with some color on the cheeks and light lipgloss. It’s the perfect look to throw together for a New Year’s Eve party that will serve every time.
Line and Define
@danessa_myricks / Instagram
You don’t have to use elaborate colors or fancy techniques to make a statement. Defining every aspect of your look, from your lips to your brows, will create a defined and sharp finish. Remember that you can always go back in with some makeup remover and a Q-tip to clean up any edges you may have missed.
Plum Smoke
@danessa_myricks / Instagram
Plum and purple tones are notorious for enhancing every eye color. Depending on whether you use warm or cool-toned shadows will determine the perfect blush and lip combo. Keeping your entire look in the same color family will yield the most cohesive finish and compliments.
Graphic Statement
@claudiu.burca / Instagram
Graphic liner is a statement suitable for New Year’s Eve and beyond. You’d be surprised at what you can create with a bright hue and precise liner brush. Whether you do a minimal line or something more extravagant, you’ll turn heads with this glam everywhere you go.
All About The Eyes
@nikki_makeup / Instagram
Make your entire look all about the eyes this New Year’s Eve. We especially love the contrast between a metallic shadow and darker hues. The sky’s the limit when it comes to color combinations, and when worn with a neutral lip and cheek color, your eyes will stand out in the best way.
Bring The Drama
@nikki_makeup / Instagram
Bring the drama to your New Year’s Eve celebration with smoky eyes, soft lips, and radiant cheekbones. The smokier, the better, in our opinion. Don’t believe us? Just look at how Kelly Rowland demonstrates how chic, smoky eyes can look.
Classic Beauty
@nikki_makeup / Instagram
If romantic beauty looks are what you’re after, New Year’s Eve is the perfect time to wear them. Here, Alessandra Ambrosio touts a soft, romantic makeup look with winged eyeliner and defined nude lips. Her cheeks have just the right amount of blush and her brows are shaped with beautiful precision.
Make a Statement
@isabelle.de.vries / instagram
Go bold, or go home. This statement lip, featuring black liner and a burgundy center, is a true showstopper for New Year’s Eve glam.
Romantic Glam
@udstevek / instagram
NYE is prime time to play with color. For the eyes, experiment with pink-purple hues with a subtle shimmer. Pair it with a nude glossy lip for the perfect balance.
Silver Eyes
@patrickta / instagram
Silver is a classic for New Year’s Eve—add a pop to your eyes for instant festive flair. For extra drama, try an elongated liner look.
Bronze Sparkly Eyes
@danessa_myricks / Instagram
The easiest way to create party-ready eyes? Add gold glitter. A touch of shimmer instantly elevates a look, especially for a night like New Year’s Eve. In lieu of eyeshadow, apply a sparkly cream tint to the top lids and bottom lash line, following up with a few coats of mascara.
Smokey Gem Accents
@brittsully / Instagram
This gem-adorned metallic eyeshadow, seen on Jenna Dewan, is a perfect way to ring in the new year. We’re taking notes on the precise gem placement and those perfectly filled-out eyebrows.
Chocolate Haze
@patrickta / Instagram
One of the trendiest colors this year was chocolate brown. So why not use the popular hue to create a smoky eye, as seen here on Lori Harvey? If you want to ditch the traditional black and grey smoky shadows, this is the perfect alternative. Keep your blush and lip color minimal so the eyes are the start of the show.
Jewel Toned Liner
@britsully / Instagram
If dramatic eyeliner is what you’re after, this jewel-toned emerald green liner is for you. The bright colorway is sophisticated enough to wear on New Year’s Eve while still feeling a bit unexpected. Apply the liner to the top and bottom lashes, extending it out in a wing shape in the outer corners. To intensify the color, apply a metallic green eyeshadow on top of the liner.
Bold Red Lip
@patrickta / Instagram
You can never go wrong with a classic glam look. Take notes from Lindsay Lohan, as she rocks an elevated bold red lip paired with simple black eyeliner. Whether it’s red, fuschia, or deep cranberry, bold lipstick never fails for any special occasion.
Exaggerated Blush
@patrickta / Instagram
With cold weather comes flushed complexions. If you’re a fan of wearing blush, you can bump up the color ever so slightly to make your cheeks the focus of your look. Keep the rest of your makeup minimal with natural shadows to glossy lips.
Dreamy Soft Glam
@patrickta / Instagram
Spending a whole night in full glam isn’t for everyone. If you are considering going softer with your makeup this New Year’s Eve, we’ve got you. This look keeps things simple by focusing on enhancing the eyes, adding a touch of blush, and defining the lips. Each category comes together to create a harmonious makeup look that is beautifully refined.
Icy Eyes
@patrickta / Instagram
Make a statement with white eyeshadow this New Year’s Eve. Ayra Starr proves that white shadow can make quite an impact as a singular color worn on the eyes. Paired with glossy lips and a raspberry blush, it’s giving winter chic in all the best ways.
Sophisticated Glamour
@patrickta / Instagram
With defined eyes, lips, and sculpted cheekbones, Joan Smalls proves that a sophisticated makeup look is suitable for any special occasion, especially New Year’s Eve. The key is creating a winged liner that is thinner than traditional eyeliner. This will help elongate and open the eyes.
Subtle Greys
@patrickta / Instagram
Smoky eyes don’t always have to be dramatic. Create a lighter, hazy eyeshadow look by using matte shadows and lots of mascara. Paired with nude lips and peach blush, the grey pops the eyes and looks romantic compared to traditional black and brown hues.
Shimmer and Smoke
@claudiu.burca / Instagram
When creating makeup looks for New Year’s Eve, keep in mind the finish and texture of your products. Metallic, shimmering shadows instantly present a dressier look, as seen here. By using a darker shadow extended outward as a wing and an iridescent shadow placed on the lid, this look encompasses both shimmer and smoke.
Elevated Liner
@cherishbrookehill / Instagram
Make your eyes the star of the show. A thin touch of liner can instantly enhance the shape and look of your eyes and doesn’t take so long to apply. Use a gel black pencil that melts softly into the skin and applies easily. Then, spread it along the lash line with a precise eyeliner brush. This creates that coveted thin line and aids in perfecting your wing shape.
Long Lashes
@cherishbrookehill / Instagram
If you’re craving more of a natural look but want to elevate your makeup ever so slightly for New Year’s Eve, wear false lashes. This creates both depth and volume on the eyes and doesn’t require any intricate shadow looks. Worn with a soft rose blush and lipstick, you still bring a little glamour without abandoning your comfort zone.
Champagne Shimmer
@makeupvincent / Instagram
For an easy, festive look, smudge your eyeliner and pair it with glittery champagne eyeshadow. Keep the rest of your makeup simple with some color on the cheeks and light lipgloss. It’s the perfect look to throw together for a New Year’s Eve party that will serve every time.
Line and Define
@danessa_myricks / Instagram
You don’t have to use elaborate colors or fancy techniques to make a statement. Defining every aspect of your look, from your lips to your brows, will create a defined and sharp finish. Remember that you can always go back in with some makeup remover and a Q-tip to clean up any edges you may have missed.
Plum Smoke
@danessa_myricks / Instagram
Plum and purple tones are notorious for enhancing every eye color. Depending on whether you use warm or cool-toned shadows will determine the perfect blush and lip combo. Keeping your entire look in the same color family will yield the most cohesive finish and compliments.
Graphic Statement
@claudiu.burca / Instagram
Graphic liner is a statement suitable for New Year’s Eve and beyond. You’d be surprised at what you can create with a bright hue and precise liner brush. Whether you do a minimal line or something more extravagant, you’ll turn heads with this glam everywhere you go.
All About The Eyes
@nikki_makeup / Instagram
Make your entire look all about the eyes this New Year’s Eve. We especially love the contrast between a metallic shadow and darker hues. The sky’s the limit when it comes to color combinations, and when worn with a neutral lip and cheek color, your eyes will stand out in the best way.
Bring The Drama
@nikki_makeup / Instagram
Bring the drama to your New Year’s Eve celebration with smoky eyes, soft lips, and radiant cheekbones. The smokier, the better, in our opinion. Don’t believe us? Just look at how Kelly Rowland demonstrates how chic, smoky eyes can look.
Classic Beauty
@nikki_makeup / Instagram
If romantic beauty looks are what you’re after, New Year’s Eve is the perfect time to wear them. Here, Alessandra Ambrosio touts a soft, romantic makeup look with winged eyeliner and defined nude lips. Her cheeks have just the right amount of blush and her brows are shaped with beautiful precision.
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