Ditch the signature red and opt for an orange instead; you’ll still get the perks of a bold lip, but the final look is much, much fresher! We love this Lip2Cheek shade from RMS Beauty.
Take a cue from runway veteran, Joan Smalls, and let your eyes do all of the work. Pair nude skin with luxe lashes topped with a single coat of mascara for a little drama and a’lotta’ gorgeous! Don’t have the funds to get your lashes done professionally? Save a little and opt for cluster lashes instead. We love these Cluster-Holic Mink lashes by Verlour Lashes.
Beauty and fashion woman-in-the-know, Marjorie Harvey knows a thing or two about mastering the look of effeortless chic. Take a cue from her beauty book and highlight the inner corners of your lower lash line with a metallic hue. If silver is too much for you, opt for a more subtle golden or bronze hue. It’s modern, understated, and—with the right shade—office friendly.
The hottest beauty trend of the moment is strobing. If you’re over the contouring trend, or it’s simply too much for you, why not let your skin skin take center stage and add a little glow using your favorite highlighter? Forgoe all other makeup, keep the eyes simple and focus on the high plains of the face— you’ll look effortless and oh so luminous!
Take strobing to the next level with this cult-beauty favorite. For the perfect compliment to our skin, celebrity makeup artist, Porsche Cooper recommends using Moonstone for lighter skintones and Opal for those of us with a little more chocolate.
$41, available at sephora.com
Lala Anthony plays up a flushed beauty look by lining her eyes with a green-gold shadow. Ditch the shadow in the crease and focus on the color instead. Need a similar shadow? Try Estée Lauder Color Envy in Brash Bronze.
$25, available at esteelauder.com
Monyetta Shaw pairs nude skin with glossy berry lips for a romantic take on an everyday beauty look.
Tired of nude lips? Opt for a fresher lippie instead! We love this creamy pink that Terry Vaughn is sporting. To copy the look, try Tom Ford Lipstick in Indian Rose.
$52, available at tomford.com
Follow Justine Skye’s lead and highlight your lower lashline using a cream highlighter or your favorite shadow. For a seamless finish, set with a translucent powder.
A little cream shadow goes a long way. Upgrade your everday beauty look by linigng your lower lash line with one of these gorgeous nude shades. It’s fresh and understated, and totally office friendly.
$8, available at drugstores
Take a cue from FLOTUS and let your brows do the work! Mrs. Obama always sports well-groomed lush brows. Need a little help getting your brow A-game back? Try Revitalash Cosmetics Revítabrow Advanced.
$110, available at revitalash.com
If foudnation isn’t your thing, highlighter may be up your alley. A little goes a long way, and your skin looks flawless in just a few steps. Focus on the forehead, cheekbones and the bridge of the nose for an instant glow.
Trade in your usual black mascara for a bold, vibrant hue. We love this “Royale” blue shade from Jay Manuel Beauty.
$26, available at hsn.com
Award-winning actress, Lupita Nyong’o always looks stunning. Follow her lead and perk up your beauty look with the ultimate lip and cheek combo. This berry stain on her lips is equally as gorgeous on her cheeks! We love Baby Doll Kiss & Blush Lips & Cheeks in Rouge Libertine.
$40, available at sephora.com
Tracee Ellis Ross can do no wrong. Everyday beauty gets a flirty upgrade with pink matte lips and subtle pink lids.
For a blush that’s super natural and long wearing, we love this Givenchy Blush Memoire de Forme. It’s lightweight and looks good on all skintones!
$37, available at barneys.com
