Party Makeup and Style Ideas

The holidays are for kicking your look into high gear. Think stunning little red dress, decadent jewels and sexy hair. Create a glamorous you with these party style tips (holiday 2009) or try on party makeup and hairstyles in our virtual styling studio.

"Party makeup isn't complete without a touch of 24k goddess appeal: think shimmery gold shadow and dewy gold lips."

Perfect red lips. If you’re not ready to commit to full-on red lipstick, try cherry-tinted gloss for a more subtle party look.

Sexy party hair. The low ponytail is one sexy party hairstyle that’s no-fail. Create a center part, then take a large barrel curling iron to your ends. Gather the hair on one side of the head at the nape of the neck secure with a decadent accessory.

Eye-catching jewelry. A bold cuff bracelet paired with an Opera length necklace (30” or more) will really jazz up a little black dress without overpowering it.

Smoky eyes. Smoky purple eyes have more of an edge than black. Blend a deep plum into the crease and light lilac on the lid and rim the lashes with black eye shadow applied with a wet eyeliner brush.

Sexy nude lips. If you’re wearing a red dress, opt for nude lipstick, which imparts a dressy and fashion-forward look. When your party dress is bright and punchy, keep your heels and clutch neutral too. Nude, silver and gold go with almost anything year-round.

Decadent accessories. A sparkling vintage brooch, attached to a scarf worn around your waist, or a strappy pair of red-hot heels, amp up the “wow” factor for any outfit.

Camera-ready stance. Master one signature pose that you'll use in photos, bearing in mind that Kim Kardashian already has dibs on the coyly-looking-over-one-shoulder-with-booty-out stance.