Evening events call for makeup that’s a bit more dramatic than your everyday look. This glamorous party makeup is perfect for weddings, parties, and special occasions.

What You’ll Need

  • Primer
  • Foundation and concealer
  • Setting powder
  • Eyeshadow palette (neutral and shimmer shades)
  • Black eyeliner (gel or liquid)
  • Mascara and false lashes (optional)
  • Contour and highlight
  • Blush
  • Bold lipstick
  • Setting spray

Step 1: Prep Your Skin

  1. Start with clean, moisturized skin
  2. Apply eye cream under eyes
  3. Apply primer all over face
  4. Apply eyeshadow primer to lids
  5. Wait 2 minutes before foundation

Pro Tip: Doing eyes before foundation means easier cleanup of fallout.

Step 2: Glamorous Eye Look

Eyeshadow

  1. Transition shade: Apply matte brown above crease in windshield wiper motions
  2. Crease: Deeper brown in crease and outer corner
  3. Lid: Pat champagne or gold shimmer on center of lid
  4. Inner corner: Bright highlight shade
  5. Lower lash: Blend transition shade along lower lash line
  6. Pop of shimmer: Add shimmer to inner third of lower lash line

Eyeliner

  1. Start with a thin line at inner corner
  2. Thicken as you reach outer corner
  3. Create wing: Draw line toward end of brow
  4. Connect wing to lash line
  5. Fill in any gaps

Lashes

  1. Curl natural lashes
  2. Apply mascara to natural lashes first
  3. Measure and trim false lashes to fit
  4. Apply lash glue, wait 30 seconds until tacky
  5. Apply falsies as close to lash line as possible
  6. Press inner and outer corners firmly
  7. Apply another coat of mascara to blend

Step 3: Flawless Base

Foundation

  1. Apply foundation in dots on forehead, cheeks, nose, chin
  2. Blend with damp beauty sponge or brush
  3. Build coverage on problem areas
  4. Blend down to jawline and neck

Concealer

  1. Apply under eyes in triangle shape
  2. Dot on blemishes and redness
  3. Blend with sponge, patting motion

Set

  1. Lightly powder under eyes and T-zone
  2. Leave cheeks and high points dewy for glow

Step 4: Sculpt & Define

Contour

  1. Apply in hollow of cheeks
  2. Along jawline
  3. Sides of nose
  4. Temples
  5. Blend thoroughly with sponge or brush

Highlight

  1. Top of cheekbones
  2. Bridge of nose
  3. Cupid’s bow
  4. Inner corner of eyes
  5. Brow bone

Blush

  1. Smile to find apples of cheeks
  2. Apply in circular motion
  3. Blend upward toward temples

Step 5: Bold Lips

  1. Exfoliate and moisturize lips (do this first, wipe off before lipstick)
  2. Line lips with matching liner
  3. Fill in entire lip with liner for lasting power
  4. Apply lipstick with brush for precision
  5. Blot with tissue
  6. Reapply second coat
  7. Clean edges with concealer brush if needed

Step 6: Finishing Touches

  1. Groom brows with gel
  2. Apply setting spray all over
  3. Let dry for 60 seconds
  4. Check in good lighting and take a photo

Touch-Up Tips

  • Carry lipstick for reapplication
  • Pack blotting papers for shine
  • Bring a cotton swab for smudges
  • Mini setting spray for refreshing

Tips for Photos

  • Apply slightly more makeup than usual (photos wash out color)
  • Avoid SPF in photos (causes flashback)
  • Use HD-friendly powder
  • Matte lips photograph better than glossy
  • Make sure everything is well-blended

With this tutorial, you’ll be the belle of any ball!

Madhawi

Written by Madhawi

VLCC Certified Makeup Artist with years of experience in bridal, party, and event makeup. Passionate about helping everyone look and feel their best.