The MET Gala of 2022 may be over, but we’re still mesmerized by all the major beauty moments on the red carpet. If you’re someone who was eagerly waiting for the first Monday of May just to sit in your PJs and judge all of the MET Gala looks, then gimme a high-five! Cus that’s all I was doing, with a glass of wine in my hand. This year’s theme was “Gilded Glamour”, inspired by a period of time where there was an extravagant show of wealth, 1870 to 1900 to be hella specific. Think Bridgerton but flashier.
Naturally, we’re all about the makeup. And when the theme of the biggest event of the year practically screams maximalism, there’s so much to be excited about. When I heard the words “Gilded Glamour”, all I could think about were— extravagant eyes, metallic hues, flushed cheeks and blinding highlighters. I know most of us tend to shy away from bedazzling beauty but don’t you think it could be so much fun? Everyone enjoys a lil drama when it comes to makeup. Nah, we’re not asking you to go all out! Just try your hand at metallic eyeshadow or blinding eyeshadow once in a while! Here are a few makeup products that can help you master the gilded glamour vibe with ease.
Charlotte Tilbury, Luxury Palette Of Pops
If we had to agree on one particular brand embodying luxury and defining it, it’s defo gotta be Charlotte Tilbury, no? Everything about their products has a rather opulent vibe to it, and we are OBSESSED! The luxury palette of pops, just like the name suggests is quite the luxurious pick. A quad eyeshadow palette with shimmering and glistening shades, this one glides on your eyes like a dream. With special pearlised pigments, the only thing that’s gonna be sparkling like a diamond will be your eyes.
HUDA Beauty, Brown Obsessions Eyeshadow Palettes
Renowned for the variety of eyeshadows they have to offer, HUDA Beauty doesn’t ever miss the mark when it comes to creating the most trendy eyeshadows in town. The brown obsessions range is probably the most versatile one out there. With brown hues that range from caramels and dark browns along with scintillating shimmers too. Sounds like quite a catch, yeah? This particular eyeshadow range has 3 variants— caramel brown obsessions, toffee brown obsessions and chocolate brown obsessions.
Ruby’s Organics, Quick Set Liquid Eyeshadow
Did you really think we’d miss a chance to recommend one of our favourite liquid eyeshadows? If you’re new to the game, let us tell you why these are winners in every way possible. Not only are they super easy to use and versatile but they offer an intense pigment pay-off ( metals— hello! ) The quick set liquid eyeshadow from Ruby’s Organics comes in 10 alluring shades, all of which are metallic. Ever wanted your makeup to have a regal vibe to it? Metallic liquid eyeshadows are your answer! One swipe of these over your matte eyeshadows is all you need.
Nykaa, Glamoreyes Colour Eye Pencil Kajal
On most days, if you’re feeling lazy, a simple colourful kajal pencil does the trick of making your eyes stand out. The Nykaa glamoreyes colour eye pencil kajal comes in 11 rich colours that are hella pigmented. All of these shades have a subtle sheen to them and obviously long-lasting colours. They glide on your eyes with or without eyeshadow effortlessly. Let your eyes do all the talking and create some graphic looks with these kajals.
DIOR, Backstage Glow Face Palette
If the word iconic had a definition, it would certainly be DIOR’s backstage glow face palette. Adored by celebrity makeup artists and celebrities themselves all over the world, this palette by DIOR is a multifunctional one. Yep, you read that right. Whether you’re looking for a lit-from-within glow or some intense shine, this one can do it all! Metallic finish? Check. Pearlescent finish? Check. Shimmering finish? Check. Not only can this product be used on your face to add some shine, but it can also be used on your eyes too! All by itself, or as a topper to your existing eyeshadow. Quite mesmerising, no?
KIKO Milano, Sparkling Lip Balm
Hear us out, we know you absolutely love your lipsticks and lip glosses for that shiny pout. But have you ever heard of a shiny lip balm that coats your lips with the most decadent shimmer? KIKO Milano’s sparkling lip balm from its 25th-anniversary collection is the ultimate shot of shine your lips need. Being a lip balm, it moisturises and softens your lips in order to nourish them. Its sparkle is just a cherry on the top! Best used to layer on top of a matte lipstick, it’ll leave your lips looking shiny as hell.
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