Holiday Party makeup ideas

2011 is winding down and soon we'll all be busy with family gatherings and holiday parties. This is a great time to try out some fun and festive makeup looks.

For the NAILS

Try: Magnetic Polish by Nails Inc. A revolutionary magnetic nail lacquer used to create stunning 3D nail art designs in chic metallic shades.

To add all over shimmer and shine

Apply TARINA TARANTINO Sparklicity Pure A microcrystalline sparkle product to add luxurious shimmer to the eyes, cheeks, and lips.

A sparkle in your EYE

With Urban Decay Heavy Metal Glitter Liner available in a wide array of festive colors

Try some BLING

Sephora's Eye Bling - Adhesive crystals for decorating around the eyes

Blushing beauty

To add some shimmer to your cheeks try Diorskin Shimmer Star - A magical shimmering pressed powder from Dior.

Sweet Kisser

Benefit Cosmetics's Ticket To Glossytown A set of six glitzy mini glosses in a range of shimmering pinks

And to haul around your sparkle and shimmer supplies, I just adore these Sequined Wristlet available in Black, Blue, Raspberry and Silver. There's sure to be a color to match your special event wardrobe!

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