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Winter 2026\u2019s Biggest Makeup Trends Include Velvety Skin, Romantic Blush, and a Touch of Grunge<\/h1>\n

Pros fill us in on the shades, finishes, and moods leading the season.<\/p>\n

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By<\/span><\/p>\n
Marisa Petrarca<\/p>\n
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\"Marisa\"Marisa<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Marisa Petrarca is a beauty, fashion, and lifestyle writer and editor with a decade of experience covering everything from red carpet looks to the latest skincare launches. Her work has appeared in Popsugar, NewBeauty, Cosmopolitan, Marie Claire, Allure, The Zoe Report, and more.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Published on December 28, 2025 06:15AM<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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\"Yara\"Yara<\/div>\n<\/div>
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@cherishbrookehill\/Instagram<\/p>\n

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Say what you will about winter, but the season knows how to romanticize a routine: candles flickering in every corner, cozy blankets in constant rotation, loungewear becoming a literal uniform, and those earlier evenings that make an early pour of red wine feel perfectly reasonable. It alsobrings that familiar itch to refresh your makeup bag, and with celebrity makeup artists already sketching out the season\u2019s biggest trends, I can assure you there\u2019s plenty<\/em> to get excited about.\n<\/p>\n

The overall vibe this winter feels different in the best way. As celebrity makeup artist Lisa Eldridge told me, \u201cas we move into the greyer, more introspective months, there\u2019s a palpable shift in mood, a collective desire for makeup maximalism and expressive color.\u201d But that doesn\u2019t mean there\u2019s only one way to show up. Euphoria’s <\/em>lead makeup artistDonni Davy reminded me, \u201cit depends on one\u2019s mood! There\u2019s room for it all.\u201d So whether you\u2019re feeling soft and minimal or ready to go full maximalist, winter\u2019s letting you do both. A snapshot of what\u2019s ahead includes the whole spectrum\u2014from velvety skin and blurred lips to romantic flushes, bold color, and even a little grunge.\n<\/p>\n

To unpack everything properly, I went straight to the experts. Davy squeezed in our chat between filming scenes for Season 3, and Eldridge\u2014legendary artist and namesake brand founder whose clients include Dua Lipa, Kate Winslet, and Keira Knightley\u2014walked me through the shifts she\u2019s seeing right now. Ahead, all the biggest makeup trends for winter 2026.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\n
01<\/span>of 09<\/span><\/div>\n
\n

The Great Smoky Eye Comeback <\/span><\/h2>\n
\n
\n
\"Ryan\"Ryan<\/div>\n<\/div>
<\/p>\n

@nikki_makeup\/Instagram<\/p>\n

<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The smoky eye is officially reclaiming its moment this winter. \u201cI just have a feeling we\u2019re going to see more smoky eyes,\u201d says Davy. \u201cIn my opinion, now is not a time for women to lean into demure. It’s time for women to be bold and take up more space. A fierce smoky eye definitely sets the tone for that.”\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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02<\/span>of 09<\/span><\/div>\n
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“Marie Antoinette” Blush <\/span><\/h2>\n
\n
\n
\"model\"model<\/div>\n<\/div>
<\/p>\n

@violette_fr\/Instagram<\/p>\n

<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Blush is stepping into statement-making territory this winter. \u201cThe blush maximalism that we have seen growing over the past couple of years is now reaching its peak,\u201d says Eldridge. \u201cBlush these days is about sculpting, storytelling, and mood. We\u2019re seeing playful, Rococo-inspired placements with vivid rose, berry, and apricot tones swept high across the cheeks and temples… a look now being dubbed as \u2018Marie Antoinette Blush\u2019… who has become our current maximalist makeup muse! It’s perfectly suited to winter\u2019s need for a flush of life.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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03<\/span>of 09<\/span><\/div>\n
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Painterly, Romantic Color <\/span><\/h2>\n
\n
\n
\"model\"model<\/div>\n<\/div>
<\/p>\n

@violette_fr\/Instagram<\/p>\n

<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Minimalism is giving way to winter\u2019s more expressive and imaginative side.\n<\/p>\n

Eldridge explains: \u201cWe\u2019ve spent the past few years celebrating barely-there beauty, but now I\u2019m seeing a revival of romantic, painterly makeup\u2014looks that feel opulent, imaginative, and unapologetically joyful.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

\n
04<\/span>of 09<\/span><\/div>\n
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Shimmering Purple Eyes <\/span><\/h2>\n
\n
\n
\"Ashley\"Ashley<\/div>\n<\/div>
<\/p>\n

@kaleteter\/Instagram<\/p>\n

<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Eldridge\u2019s push toward joyful, painterly color shows up in Davy\u2019s world, too\u2014just with a more specific twist. She says purple lids are shaping up to be a winter favorite. \u201cPurple shimmery eyeshadow paired with a peachy, caramel, taupe, or brown lip,\u201d Davy says. \u201cI think sometimes people can unfairly judge purple eyeshadow as looking garish or bruise-like, but if you opt for a light reflecting purple and pair it with the lip colors I suggested, it will look so cool and chic.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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05<\/span>of 09<\/span><\/div>\n
\n

Modern Grunge <\/span><\/h2>\n
\n
\n
\"Charli\"Charli<\/div>\n<\/div>
<\/p>\n

@charli_xcx\/Instagram<\/p>\n

<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Grunge is back on winter\u2019s mood board, with soft smokes, creamy crayons, and a defined waterline. \u201cIf you\u2019re like me and want to fight the ‘clean girl’ trend, embrace a grunge eye,\u201d says Davy. \u201cThe best way to achieve the grunge eye is with a smoky shadow crayon all over the lids and an eyeliner pencil on the waterline.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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06<\/span>of 09<\/span><\/div>\n
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Luminous Velvet Skin <\/span><\/h2>\n
\n
\n
\"Lola\"Lola<\/div>\n<\/div>
<\/p>\n

@florriewhitemakeup\/Instagram<\/p>\n

<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Eldridge sees winter ushering in a new kind of glow\u2014still radiant, but more plush and toned down than the glazed-skin era. \u201cAfter several seasons of glazed skin and ultra-dewy textures, I\u2019m noticing a gentle pivot toward velvety luminosity, skin that looks hydrated, soft, and alive, but not overly glossy.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

\n
07<\/span>of 09<\/span><\/div>\n
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Creamy Winter Glow <\/span><\/h2>\n
\n
\n
\"Lily-Rose\"Lily-Rose<\/div>\n<\/div>
<\/p>\n

@kirinrider\/Instagram<\/p>\n

<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Winter glow is going cream-first: hydrated bases, balmy highlights, and skin tints that keep things fresh. \u201cIf your skin gets dry in winter, switch your skincare to ultra-hydrating, rich products,\u201d Davy advises. \u201cSwitch your concealer and foundation out for the most moisture-infused formulas. Personally, I love a skin tint with strategic concealer placement, rather than all over coverage.\u201d\n<\/p>\n

And for highlight: \u201cIf you love using highlighter to create a glow, opt for a creamy one instead of powder, and press it into your cheekbones with your fingers or a makeup sponge.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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08<\/span>of 09<\/span><\/div>\n
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The Soft Matte Lip Revival <\/span><\/h2>\n
\n
\n
\"Yara\"Yara<\/div>\n<\/div>
<\/p>\n

@cherishbrookehill\/Instagram<\/p>\n

<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Matte lips return this season, but with a modern, luxurious twist. \u201cMatte once again is making a strong return, but in a new, more luxurious form, with cutting-edge formulas and textures\u2014think soft-velvet finishes that are comfortable, blurred and wearable rather than flat or drying,\u201d Eldridge explains. She’s rightfully biased, but recommends her namesake brand’s True Velvet Lip Colors, which have a “a slight sheen which keeps them looking luscious and not flat matte.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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09<\/span>of 09<\/span><\/div>\n
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Velvet Monochrome <\/span><\/h2>\n
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\"model\"model<\/div>\n<\/div>
<\/p>\n

@glossier\/Instagram<\/p>\n

<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Velvety textures are taking over eyes, cheeks, and lips, creating a cohesive, softly blurred winter look. \u201cThe dry, cakey matte days are long gone and velvety soft, matte finishes are back in\u2014whether it be for eye, lip or cheek\u2014everyone\u2019s loving the comfortable feel and the soft, dreamy look of a modern matte,\u201d says Davy. \u201cTo achieve this look, I recommend using a hybrid formula with a more airbrushed finish that departs from traditional flat and powdery mattes.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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        Winter 2026\u2019s Biggest Makeup Trends Include Velvety Skin, Romantic Blush, and a Touch of Grunge<\/h1>\n

        Pros fill us in on the shades, finishes, and moods leading the season.<\/p>\n

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        By<\/span><\/p>\n
        Marisa Petrarca<\/p>\n
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        \"Marisa\"Marisa<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
        \nMarisa Petrarca\n<\/div>\n
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        Marisa Petrarca is a beauty, fashion, and lifestyle writer and editor with a decade of experience covering everything from red carpet looks to the latest skincare launches. Her work has appeared in Popsugar, NewBeauty, Cosmopolitan, Marie Claire, Allure, The Zoe Report, and more.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

        \nByrdie’s Editorial Guidelines\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
        Published on December 28, 2025 06:15AM<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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        \"Yara\"Yara<\/div>\n<\/div>
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        @cherishbrookehill\/Instagram<\/p>\n

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        Say what you will about winter, but the season knows how to romanticize a routine: candles flickering in every corner, cozy blankets in constant rotation, loungewear becoming a literal uniform, and those earlier evenings that make an early pour of red wine feel perfectly reasonable. It alsobrings that familiar itch to refresh your makeup bag, and with celebrity makeup artists already sketching out the season\u2019s biggest trends, I can assure you there\u2019s plenty<\/em> to get excited about.\n<\/p>\n

        The overall vibe this winter feels different in the best way. As celebrity makeup artist Lisa Eldridge told me, \u201cas we move into the greyer, more introspective months, there\u2019s a palpable shift in mood, a collective desire for makeup maximalism and expressive color.\u201d But that doesn\u2019t mean there\u2019s only one way to show up. Euphoria’s <\/em>lead makeup artistDonni Davy reminded me, \u201cit depends on one\u2019s mood! There\u2019s room for it all.\u201d So whether you\u2019re feeling soft and minimal or ready to go full maximalist, winter\u2019s letting you do both. A snapshot of what\u2019s ahead includes the whole spectrum\u2014from velvety skin and blurred lips to romantic flushes, bold color, and even a little grunge.\n<\/p>\n

        To unpack everything properly, I went straight to the experts. Davy squeezed in our chat between filming scenes for Season 3, and Eldridge\u2014legendary artist and namesake brand founder whose clients include Dua Lipa, Kate Winslet, and Keira Knightley\u2014walked me through the shifts she\u2019s seeing right now. Ahead, all the biggest makeup trends for winter 2026.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

        \n
        \n
        01<\/span>of 09<\/span><\/div>\n
        \n

        The Great Smoky Eye Comeback <\/span><\/h2>\n
        \n
        \n
        \"Ryan\"Ryan<\/div>\n<\/div>
        <\/p>\n

        @nikki_makeup\/Instagram<\/p>\n

        <\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

        The smoky eye is officially reclaiming its moment this winter. \u201cI just have a feeling we\u2019re going to see more smoky eyes,\u201d says Davy. \u201cIn my opinion, now is not a time for women to lean into demure. It’s time for women to be bold and take up more space. A fierce smoky eye definitely sets the tone for that.”\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

        \n
        02<\/span>of 09<\/span><\/div>\n
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        “Marie Antoinette” Blush <\/span><\/h2>\n
        \n
        \n
        \"model\"model<\/div>\n<\/div>
        <\/p>\n

        @violette_fr\/Instagram<\/p>\n

        <\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

        Blush is stepping into statement-making territory this winter. \u201cThe blush maximalism that we have seen growing over the past couple of years is now reaching its peak,\u201d says Eldridge. \u201cBlush these days is about sculpting, storytelling, and mood. We\u2019re seeing playful, Rococo-inspired placements with vivid rose, berry, and apricot tones swept high across the cheeks and temples… a look now being dubbed as \u2018Marie Antoinette Blush\u2019… who has become our current maximalist makeup muse! It’s perfectly suited to winter\u2019s need for a flush of life.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

        \n
        03<\/span>of 09<\/span><\/div>\n
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        Painterly, Romantic Color <\/span><\/h2>\n
        \n
        \n
        \"model\"model<\/div>\n<\/div>
        <\/p>\n

        @violette_fr\/Instagram<\/p>\n

        <\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

        Minimalism is giving way to winter\u2019s more expressive and imaginative side.\n<\/p>\n

        Eldridge explains: \u201cWe\u2019ve spent the past few years celebrating barely-there beauty, but now I\u2019m seeing a revival of romantic, painterly makeup\u2014looks that feel opulent, imaginative, and unapologetically joyful.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

        \n
        04<\/span>of 09<\/span><\/div>\n
        \n

        Shimmering Purple Eyes <\/span><\/h2>\n
        \n
        \n
        \"Ashley\"Ashley<\/div>\n<\/div>
        <\/p>\n

        @kaleteter\/Instagram<\/p>\n

        <\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

        Eldridge\u2019s push toward joyful, painterly color shows up in Davy\u2019s world, too\u2014just with a more specific twist. She says purple lids are shaping up to be a winter favorite. \u201cPurple shimmery eyeshadow paired with a peachy, caramel, taupe, or brown lip,\u201d Davy says. \u201cI think sometimes people can unfairly judge purple eyeshadow as looking garish or bruise-like, but if you opt for a light reflecting purple and pair it with the lip colors I suggested, it will look so cool and chic.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

        \n
        05<\/span>of 09<\/span><\/div>\n
        \n

        Modern Grunge <\/span><\/h2>\n
        \n
        \n
        \"Charli\"Charli<\/div>\n<\/div>
        <\/p>\n

        @charli_xcx\/Instagram<\/p>\n

        <\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

        Grunge is back on winter\u2019s mood board, with soft smokes, creamy crayons, and a defined waterline. \u201cIf you\u2019re like me and want to fight the ‘clean girl’ trend, embrace a grunge eye,\u201d says Davy. \u201cThe best way to achieve the grunge eye is with a smoky shadow crayon all over the lids and an eyeliner pencil on the waterline.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

        \n
        06<\/span>of 09<\/span><\/div>\n
        \n

        Luminous Velvet Skin <\/span><\/h2>\n
        \n
        \n
        \"Lola\"Lola<\/div>\n<\/div>
        <\/p>\n

        @florriewhitemakeup\/Instagram<\/p>\n

        <\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

        Eldridge sees winter ushering in a new kind of glow\u2014still radiant, but more plush and toned down than the glazed-skin era. \u201cAfter several seasons of glazed skin and ultra-dewy textures, I\u2019m noticing a gentle pivot toward velvety luminosity, skin that looks hydrated, soft, and alive, but not overly glossy.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

        \n
        07<\/span>of 09<\/span><\/div>\n
        \n

        Creamy Winter Glow <\/span><\/h2>\n
        \n
        \n
        \"Lily-Rose\"Lily-Rose<\/div>\n<\/div>
        <\/p>\n

        @kirinrider\/Instagram<\/p>\n

        <\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

        Winter glow is going cream-first: hydrated bases, balmy highlights, and skin tints that keep things fresh. \u201cIf your skin gets dry in winter, switch your skincare to ultra-hydrating, rich products,\u201d Davy advises. \u201cSwitch your concealer and foundation out for the most moisture-infused formulas. Personally, I love a skin tint with strategic concealer placement, rather than all over coverage.\u201d\n<\/p>\n

        And for highlight: \u201cIf you love using highlighter to create a glow, opt for a creamy one instead of powder, and press it into your cheekbones with your fingers or a makeup sponge.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

        \n
        08<\/span>of 09<\/span><\/div>\n
        \n

        The Soft Matte Lip Revival <\/span><\/h2>\n
        \n
        \n
        \"Yara\"Yara<\/div>\n<\/div>
        <\/p>\n

        @cherishbrookehill\/Instagram<\/p>\n

        <\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

        Matte lips return this season, but with a modern, luxurious twist. \u201cMatte once again is making a strong return, but in a new, more luxurious form, with cutting-edge formulas and textures\u2014think soft-velvet finishes that are comfortable, blurred and wearable rather than flat or drying,\u201d Eldridge explains. She’s rightfully biased, but recommends her namesake brand’s True Velvet Lip Colors, which have a “a slight sheen which keeps them looking luscious and not flat matte.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

        \n
        09<\/span>of 09<\/span><\/div>\n
        \n

        Velvet Monochrome <\/span><\/h2>\n
        \n
        \n
        \"model\"model<\/div>\n<\/div>
        <\/p>\n

        @glossier\/Instagram<\/p>\n

        <\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

        Velvety textures are taking over eyes, cheeks, and lips, creating a cohesive, softly blurred winter look. \u201cThe dry, cakey matte days are long gone and velvety soft, matte finishes are back in\u2014whether it be for eye, lip or cheek\u2014everyone\u2019s loving the comfortable feel and the soft, dreamy look of a modern matte,\u201d says Davy. \u201cTo achieve this look, I recommend using a hybrid formula with a more airbrushed finish that departs from traditional flat and powdery mattes.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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          \"Yara\"Yara<\/div>\n<\/div>
          <\/p>\n

          @cherishbrookehill\/Instagram<\/p>\n

          <\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

          \n

          Say what you will about winter, but the season knows how to romanticize a routine: candles flickering in every corner, cozy blankets in constant rotation, loungewear becoming a literal uniform, and those earlier evenings that make an early pour of red wine feel perfectly reasonable. It alsobrings that familiar itch to refresh your makeup bag, and with celebrity makeup artists already sketching out the season\u2019s biggest trends, I can assure you there\u2019s plenty<\/em> to get excited about.\n<\/p>\n

          The overall vibe this winter feels different in the best way. As celebrity makeup artist Lisa Eldridge told me, \u201cas we move into the greyer, more introspective months, there\u2019s a palpable shift in mood, a collective desire for makeup maximalism and expressive color.\u201d But that doesn\u2019t mean there\u2019s only one way to show up. Euphoria’s <\/em>lead makeup artistDonni Davy reminded me, \u201cit depends on one\u2019s mood! There\u2019s room for it all.\u201d So whether you\u2019re feeling soft and minimal or ready to go full maximalist, winter\u2019s letting you do both. A snapshot of what\u2019s ahead includes the whole spectrum\u2014from velvety skin and blurred lips to romantic flushes, bold color, and even a little grunge.\n<\/p>\n

          To unpack everything properly, I went straight to the experts. Davy squeezed in our chat between filming scenes for Season 3, and Eldridge\u2014legendary artist and namesake brand founder whose clients include Dua Lipa, Kate Winslet, and Keira Knightley\u2014walked me through the shifts she\u2019s seeing right now. Ahead, all the biggest makeup trends for winter 2026.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

          \n
          \n
          01<\/span>of 09<\/span><\/div>\n
          \n

          The Great Smoky Eye Comeback <\/span><\/h2>\n
          \n
          \n
          \"Ryan\"Ryan<\/div>\n<\/div>
          <\/p>\n

          @nikki_makeup\/Instagram<\/p>\n

          <\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

          The smoky eye is officially reclaiming its moment this winter. \u201cI just have a feeling we\u2019re going to see more smoky eyes,\u201d says Davy. \u201cIn my opinion, now is not a time for women to lean into demure. It’s time for women to be bold and take up more space. A fierce smoky eye definitely sets the tone for that.”\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

          \n
          02<\/span>of 09<\/span><\/div>\n
          \n

          “Marie Antoinette” Blush <\/span><\/h2>\n
          \n
          \n
          \"model\"model<\/div>\n<\/div>
          <\/p>\n

          @violette_fr\/Instagram<\/p>\n

          <\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

          Blush is stepping into statement-making territory this winter. \u201cThe blush maximalism that we have seen growing over the past couple of years is now reaching its peak,\u201d says Eldridge. \u201cBlush these days is about sculpting, storytelling, and mood. We\u2019re seeing playful, Rococo-inspired placements with vivid rose, berry, and apricot tones swept high across the cheeks and temples… a look now being dubbed as \u2018Marie Antoinette Blush\u2019… who has become our current maximalist makeup muse! It’s perfectly suited to winter\u2019s need for a flush of life.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

          \n
          03<\/span>of 09<\/span><\/div>\n
          \n

          Painterly, Romantic Color <\/span><\/h2>\n
          \n
          \n
          \"model\"model<\/div>\n<\/div>
          <\/p>\n

          @violette_fr\/Instagram<\/p>\n

          <\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

          Minimalism is giving way to winter\u2019s more expressive and imaginative side.\n<\/p>\n

          Eldridge explains: \u201cWe\u2019ve spent the past few years celebrating barely-there beauty, but now I\u2019m seeing a revival of romantic, painterly makeup\u2014looks that feel opulent, imaginative, and unapologetically joyful.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

          \n
          04<\/span>of 09<\/span><\/div>\n
          \n

          Shimmering Purple Eyes <\/span><\/h2>\n
          \n
          \n
          \"Ashley\"Ashley<\/div>\n<\/div>
          <\/p>\n

          @kaleteter\/Instagram<\/p>\n

          <\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

          Eldridge\u2019s push toward joyful, painterly color shows up in Davy\u2019s world, too\u2014just with a more specific twist. She says purple lids are shaping up to be a winter favorite. \u201cPurple shimmery eyeshadow paired with a peachy, caramel, taupe, or brown lip,\u201d Davy says. \u201cI think sometimes people can unfairly judge purple eyeshadow as looking garish or bruise-like, but if you opt for a light reflecting purple and pair it with the lip colors I suggested, it will look so cool and chic.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

          \n
          05<\/span>of 09<\/span><\/div>\n
          \n

          Modern Grunge <\/span><\/h2>\n
          \n
          \n
          \"Charli\"Charli<\/div>\n<\/div>
          <\/p>\n

          @charli_xcx\/Instagram<\/p>\n

          <\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

          Grunge is back on winter\u2019s mood board, with soft smokes, creamy crayons, and a defined waterline. \u201cIf you\u2019re like me and want to fight the ‘clean girl’ trend, embrace a grunge eye,\u201d says Davy. \u201cThe best way to achieve the grunge eye is with a smoky shadow crayon all over the lids and an eyeliner pencil on the waterline.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

          \n
          06<\/span>of 09<\/span><\/div>\n
          \n

          Luminous Velvet Skin <\/span><\/h2>\n
          \n
          \n
          \"Lola\"Lola<\/div>\n<\/div>
          <\/p>\n

          @florriewhitemakeup\/Instagram<\/p>\n

          <\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

          Eldridge sees winter ushering in a new kind of glow\u2014still radiant, but more plush and toned down than the glazed-skin era. \u201cAfter several seasons of glazed skin and ultra-dewy textures, I\u2019m noticing a gentle pivot toward velvety luminosity, skin that looks hydrated, soft, and alive, but not overly glossy.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

          \n
          07<\/span>of 09<\/span><\/div>\n
          \n

          Creamy Winter Glow <\/span><\/h2>\n
          \n
          \n
          \"Lily-Rose\"Lily-Rose<\/div>\n<\/div>
          <\/p>\n

          @kirinrider\/Instagram<\/p>\n

          <\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

          Winter glow is going cream-first: hydrated bases, balmy highlights, and skin tints that keep things fresh. \u201cIf your skin gets dry in winter, switch your skincare to ultra-hydrating, rich products,\u201d Davy advises. \u201cSwitch your concealer and foundation out for the most moisture-infused formulas. Personally, I love a skin tint with strategic concealer placement, rather than all over coverage.\u201d\n<\/p>\n

          And for highlight: \u201cIf you love using highlighter to create a glow, opt for a creamy one instead of powder, and press it into your cheekbones with your fingers or a makeup sponge.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

          \n
          08<\/span>of 09<\/span><\/div>\n
          \n

          The Soft Matte Lip Revival <\/span><\/h2>\n
          \n
          \n
          \"Yara\"Yara<\/div>\n<\/div>
          <\/p>\n

          @cherishbrookehill\/Instagram<\/p>\n

          <\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

          Matte lips return this season, but with a modern, luxurious twist. \u201cMatte once again is making a strong return, but in a new, more luxurious form, with cutting-edge formulas and textures\u2014think soft-velvet finishes that are comfortable, blurred and wearable rather than flat or drying,\u201d Eldridge explains. She’s rightfully biased, but recommends her namesake brand’s True Velvet Lip Colors, which have a “a slight sheen which keeps them looking luscious and not flat matte.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

          \n
          09<\/span>of 09<\/span><\/div>\n
          \n

          Velvet Monochrome <\/span><\/h2>\n
          \n
          \n
          \"model\"model<\/div>\n<\/div>
          <\/p>\n

          @glossier\/Instagram<\/p>\n

          <\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

          Velvety textures are taking over eyes, cheeks, and lips, creating a cohesive, softly blurred winter look. \u201cThe dry, cakey matte days are long gone and velvety soft, matte finishes are back in\u2014whether it be for eye, lip or cheek\u2014everyone\u2019s loving the comfortable feel and the soft, dreamy look of a modern matte,\u201d says Davy. \u201cTo achieve this look, I recommend using a hybrid formula with a more airbrushed finish that departs from traditional flat and powdery mattes.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

          \n
          \n
          01<\/span>of 09<\/span><\/div>\n
          \n

          The Great Smoky Eye Comeback <\/span><\/h2>\n
          \n
          \n
          \"Ryan\"Ryan<\/div>\n<\/div>
          <\/p>\n

          @nikki_makeup\/Instagram<\/p>\n

          <\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

          The smoky eye is officially reclaiming its moment this winter. \u201cI just have a feeling we\u2019re going to see more smoky eyes,\u201d says Davy. \u201cIn my opinion, now is not a time for women to lean into demure. It’s time for women to be bold and take up more space. A fierce smoky eye definitely sets the tone for that.”\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

          \n
          02<\/span>of 09<\/span><\/div>\n
          \n

          “Marie Antoinette” Blush <\/span><\/h2>\n
          \n
          \n
          \"model\"model<\/div>\n<\/div>
          <\/p>\n

          @violette_fr\/Instagram<\/p>\n

          <\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

          Blush is stepping into statement-making territory this winter. \u201cThe blush maximalism that we have seen growing over the past couple of years is now reaching its peak,\u201d says Eldridge. \u201cBlush these days is about sculpting, storytelling, and mood. We\u2019re seeing playful, Rococo-inspired placements with vivid rose, berry, and apricot tones swept high across the cheeks and temples… a look now being dubbed as \u2018Marie Antoinette Blush\u2019… who has become our current maximalist makeup muse! It’s perfectly suited to winter\u2019s need for a flush of life.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

          \n
          03<\/span>of 09<\/span><\/div>\n
          \n

          Painterly, Romantic Color <\/span><\/h2>\n
          \n
          \n
          \"model\"model<\/div>\n<\/div>
          <\/p>\n

          @violette_fr\/Instagram<\/p>\n

          <\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

          Minimalism is giving way to winter\u2019s more expressive and imaginative side.\n<\/p>\n

          Eldridge explains: \u201cWe\u2019ve spent the past few years celebrating barely-there beauty, but now I\u2019m seeing a revival of romantic, painterly makeup\u2014looks that feel opulent, imaginative, and unapologetically joyful.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

          \n
          04<\/span>of 09<\/span><\/div>\n
          \n

          Shimmering Purple Eyes <\/span><\/h2>\n
          \n
          \n
          \"Ashley\"Ashley<\/div>\n<\/div>
          <\/p>\n

          @kaleteter\/Instagram<\/p>\n

          <\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

          Eldridge\u2019s push toward joyful, painterly color shows up in Davy\u2019s world, too\u2014just with a more specific twist. She says purple lids are shaping up to be a winter favorite. \u201cPurple shimmery eyeshadow paired with a peachy, caramel, taupe, or brown lip,\u201d Davy says. \u201cI think sometimes people can unfairly judge purple eyeshadow as looking garish or bruise-like, but if you opt for a light reflecting purple and pair it with the lip colors I suggested, it will look so cool and chic.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

          \n
          05<\/span>of 09<\/span><\/div>\n
          \n

          Modern Grunge <\/span><\/h2>\n
          \n
          \n
          \"Charli\"Charli<\/div>\n<\/div>
          <\/p>\n

          @charli_xcx\/Instagram<\/p>\n

          <\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

          Grunge is back on winter\u2019s mood board, with soft smokes, creamy crayons, and a defined waterline. \u201cIf you\u2019re like me and want to fight the ‘clean girl’ trend, embrace a grunge eye,\u201d says Davy. \u201cThe best way to achieve the grunge eye is with a smoky shadow crayon all over the lids and an eyeliner pencil on the waterline.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

          \n
          06<\/span>of 09<\/span><\/div>\n
          \n

          Luminous Velvet Skin <\/span><\/h2>\n
          \n
          \n
          \"Lola\"Lola<\/div>\n<\/div>
          <\/p>\n

          @florriewhitemakeup\/Instagram<\/p>\n

          <\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

          Eldridge sees winter ushering in a new kind of glow\u2014still radiant, but more plush and toned down than the glazed-skin era. \u201cAfter several seasons of glazed skin and ultra-dewy textures, I\u2019m noticing a gentle pivot toward velvety luminosity, skin that looks hydrated, soft, and alive, but not overly glossy.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

          \n
          07<\/span>of 09<\/span><\/div>\n
          \n

          Creamy Winter Glow <\/span><\/h2>\n
          \n
          \n
          \"Lily-Rose\"Lily-Rose<\/div>\n<\/div>
          <\/p>\n

          @kirinrider\/Instagram<\/p>\n

          <\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

          Winter glow is going cream-first: hydrated bases, balmy highlights, and skin tints that keep things fresh. \u201cIf your skin gets dry in winter, switch your skincare to ultra-hydrating, rich products,\u201d Davy advises. \u201cSwitch your concealer and foundation out for the most moisture-infused formulas. Personally, I love a skin tint with strategic concealer placement, rather than all over coverage.\u201d\n<\/p>\n

          And for highlight: \u201cIf you love using highlighter to create a glow, opt for a creamy one instead of powder, and press it into your cheekbones with your fingers or a makeup sponge.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

          \n
          08<\/span>of 09<\/span><\/div>\n
          \n

          The Soft Matte Lip Revival <\/span><\/h2>\n
          \n
          \n
          \"Yara\"Yara<\/div>\n<\/div>
          <\/p>\n

          @cherishbrookehill\/Instagram<\/p>\n

          <\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

          Matte lips return this season, but with a modern, luxurious twist. \u201cMatte once again is making a strong return, but in a new, more luxurious form, with cutting-edge formulas and textures\u2014think soft-velvet finishes that are comfortable, blurred and wearable rather than flat or drying,\u201d Eldridge explains. She’s rightfully biased, but recommends her namesake brand’s True Velvet Lip Colors, which have a “a slight sheen which keeps them looking luscious and not flat matte.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

          \n
          09<\/span>of 09<\/span><\/div>\n
          \n

          Velvet Monochrome <\/span><\/h2>\n
          \n
          \n
          \"model\"model<\/div>\n<\/div>
          <\/p>\n

          @glossier\/Instagram<\/p>\n

          <\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

          Velvety textures are taking over eyes, cheeks, and lips, creating a cohesive, softly blurred winter look. \u201cThe dry, cakey matte days are long gone and velvety soft, matte finishes are back in\u2014whether it be for eye, lip or cheek\u2014everyone\u2019s loving the comfortable feel and the soft, dreamy look of a modern matte,\u201d says Davy. \u201cTo achieve this look, I recommend using a hybrid formula with a more airbrushed finish that departs from traditional flat and powdery mattes.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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