51 woman this month | December 2011 | One of the best things about the festive season is that it signals an endless stream of parties, dinners, family gatherings and other events. Whether you are getting dolled up to go see an auntie that you haven’t seen in months, primping for a date with a special someone or going all out to look your best for a glamorous soirée, you’ll need to achieve the perfect makeup look. Happily MAC cosmetics have produced a gloriously deep, luscious and rich collection called Posh Paradise, which we think is just perfect for keeping on trend whilst dressing up this season. This make up is deep in hue, thick in texture and best of all comes in such a range of shades that you will be able to change up your look to suit each of your many events and parties. This season is all about the eye and lip combination. As most of the events that you will be going to will be high glamour, you don’t really have to worry about toning down one or the other. Pick complementary colours, but don’t be afraid to go all out with your look. Instead of opting for a standard smoky eye, try to infuse your shading with one of these rich pinks or purples. Blend the colours thickly up to the brow bone and don’t be shy about trying a bit of colour around the eye’s inner contour — right into the crook beside your nose. Tips Try blending a different shade under your eyes, for an all-over, sultry and interesting look. A simple red lip just won’t cut it this season. December is all about experimenting with something a little bit darker, a little bit more seductive, but also a touch gothic. Deep mauves, rich bluey pinks and, of course, this season’s key colour — bordeaux — are the way to go. Tips: Don’t be tempted to try using a darker lip liner on the outside of your lips to give your look texture. If you want to add something a little bit different, try blending a darker colour into the centre of your lips instead. If the designers have taught us anything this season, it’s that nails are back! No longer are we supposed to be satisfied with a single block colour in one of the traditional shades. Instead, we’ve all got to sit up and pay our ten digits some extra attention! Unusual colours are in, such as mustard, bright yellow and an array of metallic sheens. Nail art is also making a comeback with leopard print transfers, gem adornments and colourful stripes and spots. Tips: Try a colourful reverse French manicure. Cover the nail a pale but colourful shade and then paint the tips with a darker hue, although it would be wise to avoid black or red as this will look like you have dirty fingernails. Eyes Lips Nails
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