Everyone knows that December 31 is the biggest party night of the year—so why not go out with a bang make-up wise? Whether you’re feeling dramatic, flirty, or classic, ring in 2015 with some of our favorite countdown-worthy shadow and liner looks.
Glitter in Gold
Planning to greet midnight on the dance floor? Pair your moves with one of these glam looks featuring shimmery metallic liners.
Add Color to Your Cat Eye
Sure, you could stick to your everyday black or brown liner, but why not spice it up for NYE? A little plum, silver, and gold liner will do the trick.
Get Into the Blues
Put your basic cat eye in party mode with this deep navy version. It’s the perfect shade for adding a bit of mood to your everyday look—without going overboard.
Flip It and Reverse It
This twist on the smoky eye combines a neutral, eye-opening upper lid with a smoky lower lash line. Boom.
Try Something Unexpected
It’s time to go rogue. Step outside of your comfort zone with one of these “divergent liner” looks, from a reverse cat eye to an undereye swoop.
Revisit the ’90s with Rosy Shadows
The decade’s beauty trends made a major comeback this year, including a return to rosy, pink shadows. Try three different shimmery and matte looks with this tutorial.
Dare to Be Bold
If you really want to stand out, opt for a bright liner like Cynthia Rowley Beauty’s in Sky, a light turquoise that totally pops next to jet black mascara.
Go Crazy for Cranberry
Get a leg up on Pantone’s color of 2015 (a brownish burgundy called Marsala) with this easy-to-create cranberry eye makeup tutorial.
Put a New Twist on Metallic
Mix gold with deep blue shadow to make a major shimmery statement on your big night out.