I love doing my own makeup. Ever since I was 15 years old and trying out my first Urban Decay Naked palette (the original, of course), I've been excited about doing something fun to my face for any and every occasion. There's one in particular that I always really look forward to though: New Year's Eve. The advent of the new year is the perfect time to try your hand at a bolder makeup look. Think smokey eyes, metallic touches and bold lips. Below, I've rounded up some of the best makeup looks I've seen recently to add to your NYE mood board—all you'll need is the perfect outfit to match.
13 New Year's Eve Makeup Ideas
1. Petal Gloss
High-shine finishes have dominated the best-selling makeup products of 2024, and this pink glossy look makes for the perfect party look. Opt for cream blushes mixed with liquid highlighter to give that ultra-sheeny cheek and use clear gloss on eyelids and brows for an editorial shine.
2. Holographic Eyes
There's no better time to embrace shimmer and shine than on New Year's Eve and Sabrina Carpenter's holographic silver eyeshadow brings the perfect level of disco ball energy to an otherwise classic makeup look.
3. Vinyl Lips
The combination of '90s-inspired lip liner and ultra-glossy red lip colour makes this look a great choice for adding a splash of drama to your party look. Let the ombre lip take centre stage by keeping the rest of your look sun-kissed and radiant.
4. Purple Smoke
Go for a bold, statement look with a purple-toned smokey eye. Paired with soft pink lips, this look is subtle enough to wear to any event whilst still making an impact. Plus, it brings out nearly every eye colour.
5. Wings
A sultry cat eye is the perfect New Year's Eve accessory. Make black winged eyeliner the star of the show by keeping the rest of your look toned down, like Zoe Kravitz here.
6. Disco Brows
After seeing this look at New York Fashion Week, I still can't get it out of my head. Keep the rest of your makeup almost bare and add some simple but stunning embellishment to your brows for a super-fun look. You'll be the talk of the town.
7. Lots of Lashes
Emphasising your eyes is a failsafe route to a head-turning makeup look. Simply add full and fluttery false lashes for a doe-eyed, wide-awake effect.
8. Popsicle Lips
Channel major French-girl energy with stained lips and subtly smoked-out eye makeup. No matter where you're ringing in the new year, you'd look right at home in Paris.
9. Bejewelled Lids
Bring all the attention to the eyes with tons of jewels above the crease. Give it a fun monochromatic vibe by matching some of them to your lip colour.
10. Merlot Lips
Wine-toned lips are sure to turn heads. Opt for a satin finish to give the look a bit more dimension.
11. Gilded Eyes
Graphic liner is still having a moment. New Year's Eve is the perfect time to try your hand at a gilded graphic look.
12. Smoke Signals
A classic smokey eye is always a good idea. Opt for tones that will make the colour of your eyes stand out, and keep the rest of your makeup neutral so it doesn't overpower.
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13. Classic Red
When all else fails, opt for a classic red lip. No matter what, red lipstick makes the ultimate statement.
This post originally appeared on Who What Wear U.S.
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