By Badap Hynniewta
Shillong, Nov 10: As Diwali 2023 approaches and the festive parties pile up, we're all in search of one thing – Diwali makeup inspiration! Who better to look to for that perfect festive look than our beloved B-Town celebrities and influencers, who are a constant source of fashion and makeup ideas.
To celebrate the festival of lights, we've curated five exclusive looks that will help you get ready in no time. Whether you're a beginner or a pro makeup artist, these 5 looks will ensure you receive jaw- dropping compliments from all the guests.
Bronzed ,sun kissed look like Kalyani Chawla Kalyani has an impeccable taste and style when it comes to makeup and hair and hence what can be a better way than taking some major Diwali inspirations from her. Crafted this elegant look by enhancing her allure with soft, black shimmery smokey eyes and a delicate nude pink lipstick. Her bronze glass-like
skin and mesmerizing sheen left everyone yearning for that sweet, radiant glow.
To recreate this look, go a little heavier on the bronzer and a little softer on rouge. This is especially helpful if you are someone who has fuller cheeks and a slight double chin. This slims down your overall face effortlessly and makes you look chiseled.
Bold Red lips like Koel Puri
Koel Puri, an actress, producer and an author for an enchanting soiree celebrating her book “Clearly Invisible in Paris”. Her makeup exudes Parisian chic, subtly enhancing her feature finesse. Her Bold Red lips and striking statement. It's chic, elegant, and flattering, but also bold, defiant, undeniably feminine,and visually powerful.
To recreate this bold red lip, start by lining your red lips with a red lip pencil shade and gradually fill it in.
Top it up with a matte, Red tinged liquid/bullet lipstick.
A dewy makeup look like Sara Ali Khan
Sara Ali Khan has solidified her position as one of Bollywood's most stylish and talented actresses. Her ethnic attire has garnered widespread attention on various platforms, as have her makeup looks, which are known for their ease of replication.
Dazzle this Diwali with a "dewy makeup" appearance and set yourself apart from the crowd, which is often extravagantly adorned. Choose a foundation with a medium to sheer coverage that keeps your skin well-hydrated, as opposed to a heavy full-coverage foundation. The secret to attaining this flawless look is adhering to a straightforward principle: "less is more." Consider using a cream blush and, if feasible, forego contouring. Conclude your look with a clean and uncomplicated application of kohl and a hint of liquid illuminator.
Metallic Silver tones Like Jhanvi Kapoor
“This look on Jhanvi is ’90s-inspired. Cool, icy metallic tones of silver, and blue were super popular back then and I feel like it’s making a comeback this Diwali.
To recreate this eye makeup, look, draw in a crease line with a brown pencil Blend it out with a small, soft eye shadow brush. Go over with a neutral brown shadow. Give a wash of a cream base on the eyelid to make your shadows pop, Top off with a shimmery cool-toned eyeshadow. Add a few individual false lashes on the outer end to pull out the eyes for a bit of drama. Add a hint of a liner only on the outer end on top and bottom.
Natural and Flawless like Alia Bhatt
Alia Bhatt’s vibrant-yet-simple sarees and sultry blouse in the film Rocky Aur Rani Kii Kahaani have undoubtedly taken the internet by storm. “Alia’s makeup look in the film Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani is a classic look. “It is flawless makeup with a sheer coverage base,”
To recreate this look Start with a primer. Then, dot a light-coverage foundation on your face.
Blend the foundation with a blender to make it look natural like your second skin. Now, apply concealer on the eyes and blend in to create a base. Set the base with a translucent powder.
Apply light brown eyeshadow as a transition shade and then dab with dark brown till the crease.
Blend well. Apply kohl on eyelids and smudge with a blending brush or a Q-tip to give it a smoky effect. Now, apply kohl on the waterline and blend the outer corner with a dark brown shadow to soften the look. Apply mascara and fill in the eyebrows. Apply a dewy tint on the cheeks to give them a flushed look. Complete the look with a subtle highlighter to give your skin a healthy glow.
Apply nude lipstick.
(The author is an Assistant Professor at pearl Academy, New Delhi)
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