13 Chic Looks to Try for Valentine’s Day
Regardless of how you are planning to spend Valentine’s Day this year, there is no denying that dressing for the occasion is a fun way to celebrate love — whether that means a romantic night out with your significant other or a weekend girls’ trip with your crew. Sure, the Hallmark holiday has become one that teems with confectionary traditions and cheeky greeting cards. If you are the type of person who prefers to keep their outfits on the subtler side, however, the perfect way to add a festive touch to your look is with a chic Valentine’s Day makeup look.
To help get you in the mood for the love-filled occasion, we have pulled together chic beauty looks you will want to wear for any type of activity you have planned. From rich, deep red lips and luscious lashes that feel like old Hollywood glamour to fresh peach tones and just-kissed lips, these looks will leave a lasting impression wherever you go. Check them out below to spark some beauty inspiration, and once the day has officially passed, feel free to keep them in your back pocket for the next time you have a date night.
Deep red lips
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Simply put, you can never go wrong with a sultry red lip.
Rose gold eyes
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Make a subtle statement with metallic rose gold eyes.
Smokey eyes
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If you want to take a darker approach, sport a smoky eye for the evening.
Peachy keen
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If you want a beauty look that feels fresh, opt for peach tones on your eyes, cheeks and lips.
Fluttering lashes
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If you aren’t the type to wear lipstick, opt for a volumizing mascara to create a dramatic lash look.
Hot-pink wings
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Feeling bold this Valentine’s Day? Go for a cool, Euphoria-inspired makeup look and create hot-pink wing with your eye shadow.
Effortless lips
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You can also create a just-kissed lip look with a lightweight lip stain or tinted lip balm.
Bold brows
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For a foolproof look to wear on Valentine’s Day and beyond, let your bold brows be the focus of your beauty look and keep everything else on the neutral side.
Touch of rose
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If you want to add a subtle hint of color, opt for rosy tones and dewy skin.
Simple sheen
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For the true beauty minimalists, create a dewy glow with with a semi-sheer cheek tint.
Fire eyes
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If you want to create a smoky eye that will work during the day and night, use warm orange tones instead of darker hues of brown and black.
Faded coral
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Want to forgo the classic red and opt for something unexpected? Wear coral lipstick instead.
Dark romantic
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If you want to create a truly dramatic makeup look, pair a smoky eye with an ultra-dark, deep red lip.
Article written by Dale Chong
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