A christmas makeup look (1940's inspired)

This makeup look is simple eye makeup and focuses on the lips.  The eye makeup is 1940s inspired and if paired with a classic red lip it would be complete. However my outfit for Christmas day doesn't match red lips as I am planning on wearing a plum coloured skater skirt, therefore I switched it up to suit the rest of the look. Although if you're not into bold lipstick, or it doesn't go with your outfit you could easily wear a mauve or nude lip (I recommend 'Syrup' or 'Velvet Teddy' from Mac).
Anyways here is the order of application and the products I used. I usually apply foundation first. However I did the eye shadow first because there is a bit of shimmery fall out from the shade 'Side Car'. I have skipped steps like mascara and powder because they're little things that change for personal preference, just use your favourite mascara and powder to set foundation or if you would like a dewy finish then only powder the T-zone.

1. Primer. Primer is very important to prevent eye shadow from creasing and overall is a great base for the application of makeup. I use the ‘Primer Potion’ by Urban Decay because I haven’t managed to find a cheaper alternative.

 

2. I then used three shades from the ‘Naked’ palette by Urban Decay. I first used ‘Side Car’ which is a gorgeous champagne shade, all over the lid. Then  I used ‘Naked’ which is a light matte shade, in the crease. I then used a tiny bit of ‘Buck’ in the crease for a bit more definition. If you prefer more definition just add a little bit at a time. Since ‘Buck’ is a matte darker brown it can easily  get too dark. Also don't forget to highlight the brow bone, this will make eyes appear bigger.

3. That’s it for eye shadow. However If you would like the eyes  more defined. You could do your choice of eye liner. I would do a winged liner or for a subtle look I would use ‘Buck’ on the bottom and top lash line.

 

 Once eye shadow is applied, then I apply a face primer. The one I used was the Bourjois 'Happy Light' primer. I like this primer because it makes my dull skin appear dewy and improves the lasting power of any foundation that I've used.

I then apply one layer of foundation. This one by Rimmel London is incredible. I'm not quite sure that it lasts 25hours. Although when I went to Paris, I applied this at 6am and removed it at 11pm. It lasted all day, I was impressed.

I then apply this blush on my cheek bones. Its in the shade 'Luminoso' by Milani. I love this blush, it's got a slight coral tone to it, although the camera has washed it out a little bit. I love this blush it illuminates my cheekbones which allows me to skip highlighting.

And finally, the lipstick! I'm using this gorgeous shade by Rimmel London, its affordable, long lasting   and great quality.

 

Sorry for it being so long, hope your enjoyed It! I'm in the process of trying to sort out all the fonts, I don't like that they're all different.