10 Eye-catching makeup looks to try for Deepavali this year
Amp up the vibrance
Looking for some makeup ideas to inspire your Diwali beauty beat this year? We’ve got you covered from eyeshadow to gemstones!
Here’s your official reminder: Deepavali is coming up this weekend on the 12th of November, so if you haven’t already given your look of the day some thought, now is probably the time to start.
Given the occasion, we think it’s only right to go all out with your makeup and put your best face forward. Bold, vibrant colours and plenty of embellishments are more than welcome for the festival of lights. Not sure what we mean? Fret not—we’ve got you covered with a full mood board in tow.
Ahead, we’ve rounded up some certifiably extra Diwali beauty inspo for your perusal, spanning every colour of the festival.
READ: 7 Bold and bright additions for your Deepavali eye look
PURPLE HAZE
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When it comes to Deepavali, you really can’t go wrong with a rich, vibrant purple. We love how British beauty creator Linasha has matched her simple eyeshadow look to her bindi.
THINK PINK
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This shocking pink wash of colour over your lids is a guaranteed head-turner—keep it classy and simple with a nude lip or go the extra mile with an extra shadow accent in your crease!
GOLDEN SUNSET
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Orange has never looked so good! This bedazzled graphic eye is the perfect way to zhush up your bindi, and the subtle ombre gradients on the eyes and lips make for an elevated take on the monochrome look. We also love how Rowi Singh has matched her gleaming beauty look to her equally sparkly headscarf.
ROSE GLOW
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Not one to go for the bold and bright but still want a showstopping look full of colour? Take inspiration from this monochromatic rose beat! It’s glowy and understated but still striking.
(METALLIC) GRAPHIC FANTASTIC
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Looking for something a little more subversive (or just looking for a way to tie your gold and silver pieces together seamlessly)? This metallic, two-toned graphic eye looks a lot harder to recreate than it is—all you need is a fine brush, metallic shadow and plenty of gems.
HOLO PLAY
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Not quite feeling up for the challenge of a graphic liner? No worries—this holographic wash of colour over the lids is the perfect way to rep the metallic trend without the stress of precision.
GREEN MACHINE
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Big on bold liner? Why not try this bold, forest-green cat-eye for the occasion? As long as it’s paired with a neutral lip and subtle blush, it walks the line between dramatic and wearable beautifully.
BLUE, BLUE, ELECTRIC BLUE
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Everything about this look is gorgeous, from the subtle smoked wing to the vibrant electric blue lid. Don’t forget to go big on the lashes to maximise your cool girl points!
BERRY BLAST
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Nothing beats a berry lip and smokey lid—this sultry look is perfect with any ‘fit, helping to accentuate your two best features in the best way possible.
NEAR NEUTRAL
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Sometimes you just have to let your outfit do the talking, and this put-together glam is the perfect way to do it. The cut crease and exaggerated wing draw attention to the eyes in all the right places but in a subtle, wearable way.
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