Table of Contents
- Iconic Makeup Ideas for Your Black Dress
- Helpful Tips for Perfect Makeup with a Black Dress
- To conclude
- FAQs
Outfit? Picked - A pretty black dress! A black outfit is versatile and timeless no matter the occasion. Whether you're going out on a date, night out with friends, or a casual dinner, a black dress will stand out and look stunning. But how do I pair my outfit with the most befitting makeup look?
The right makeup for a black dress will be the best accessory that you can carry. It'll not just enhance your beauty but also seamlessly complement your outfit. A proper makeup look will help you nail your overall appearance.
Here are all-time fav makeup looks for a black dress to make your ensemble look extra glam and bring everyone's attention to you!
Iconic Makeup Ideas for Your Black Dress
Blushing Babe
The most trending makeup product these days - a rosy red blush - will make your black dress the centre of attention. Apply BB cream to keep the base subtle and dewy which will enhance the appearance of the blush. Blend in blush in a rose-tinted shade to the apples of your cheeks and on your cheek bones. For your eye makeup, create a cat eye using liquid eyeliner to add a bit of drama. Use a complementary pink shade of lipgloss to make them look plump. Also add a touch of highlighter to your cheekbones and cupid's bow to accentuate your look.
Glittery Glow
The best way to get you and your black dress notice is to make it sparkle. For Euphoria inspired makeup look use a HD foundation for the full celebrity feel. You can even use a strobe cream under your foundation for a radiant looking skin. Apply a rose gold or champagne shimmery shade of eyeshadow on your eyelids. Using a pencil eyeliner, create a small and subtle wing on your upper lash line. Then coat your eyelashes with a voluminous mascara to complete your eye makeup. For the lips, line them with a lip liner and apply a creamy lipstick.
Classic Red Look
How can we leave out the timeless bold red lip look for a pretty black dress! Start by using a primer and full coverage foundation for a flawless base. For this glamorous look, bring out the red lipstick that's been lying around in your makeup pouch unused. Use a lip liner before lipstick that will help shape your lips and prevent your lipstick from feathering. A red lip is best paired with a smoky eye look. So use a gel liner to fill your outer V and blend it in for a smudged look.
Soft Feminine
Your black dress is already making a bold statement, so why not keep your makeup minimal and soft? Keep your base makeup subtle with primer, BB cream and concealer for needed coverage. Keep your eye makeup simple with a nude pink, brown or earthy shade of eyeshadow and an even coat of defining mascara. Apply a soft pink shade of blush and highlighter on your cheekbones for some face definition. Finish it off with a complementary shade of matte lipstick.
All Eyes On Me
It wouldn't be fun if we don't mention at least one graphic eyeliner look! Pairing it with a black dress will make you the show-stopper of any event. For the base, use a strobe cream with foundation for dewy skin finish. For the eyes, fill in a matte brown eyeshadow as the base colour and top it with a bronze shimmer shade in the middle area of your eyelid. Use a gel eyeliner to create a thin wing on your upper eyelash and a floating line on your crease. Join the two by extending them upwards and outwards. Complete with an orange or peach shade of matte lipstick.
The Green Elegance
The best way to add a pop of color to your black dress makeup look, is to use emerald green. Use concealer to cover any darkness under your eyes. On your eyelids, apply a matte black eyeshadow and cut the crease using concealer. Then fill and blend in an emerald green shade of eyeshadow. You can use either matte or shimmer formulation based on preference. Apply a thick and even coat of curling mascara to complete the eye makeup. Use a nude or light pink lipstick to keep the makeup balanced.
Keeping It Effortless
A winged eyeliner and a glossy nude lip can never go out of style. Nothing screams more than this subtle makeup look. To keep it all looking natural, use a BB cream for base and blend on a warm pink blush to your cheeks. Using a liquid eyeliner draw on a bold winged eyeliner and follow it up with a volumizing mascara. For your lips, line them up with a dark brown lip liner and use lipgloss in nude or brown shades.
Dark Berry Game
Perfect for a night out experience, this vampy and sexy makeup look will keep turning heads. Put on your base makeup using primer and foundation. Then go in with a berry eyeshadow shade on your eyelids. You can also add a touch of gold glitter eyeshadow in the middle for more boldness. Next use a pencil eyeliner to create a slightly blended line on your upper lash line. For a final touch of drama use a complementary berry shade of matte lipstick.
Double Trouble
If you think one winged eyeliner is basic, we present to you the Double winged eyeliner!!! Apply your base makeup and use concealer to cover your dark circles. Start by drawing a thick and bold cat eye on your upper lash line. Then draw an equally thick straight wing starting from the outer corner of your eyes maintaining the gap between the two wings. Apply a thick coat of mascara focusing on your outer lashes. Add a pop of color on your cheeks and lips to complete the look.
Shining In Silver
Gold and black pair well, but Black + Silver = Perfection! Silver eye makeup on a sequined black dress will have you looking priceless. Start by applying a matte black eyeshadow to the outer V of your eyes and create a smudged look. Then apply a silver shimmer shade to the rest of your eyelid and blend the two shades together. Using a liquid eyeliner, draw a bold eyeliner to create a dramatic effect. Apply a defining mascara that will lift your lashes.
Helpful Tips for Perfect Makeup with a Black Dress
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Use a foundation shade that matches your skin tone and a concealer that is a shade lighter than your skin tone to cover blemishes.
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Dust your base makeup with a translucent setting powder to prevent the foundation and concealer from creasing.
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Make sure your eyebrows are neatly shaped and filled. Defined eyebrows will frame your face beautifully.
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For a classic day makeup, stick to neutral and soft toned makeup. Whereas for an evening look, go for a dramatic statement makeup style.
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If you want to keep your makeup in place for a long time, then use a setting spray at the end of your makeup routine to lock it in.
To conclude,
A black dress is very easy to pair with different styles and shades of makeup. You can keep things soft and rosy by applying a blush or make it glow with glittery eyeshadows and highlighters. You can choose between bold colours like green, dark berry and red or neutral colors like bronze, warm pink and champagne.
Now you know the top 10 makeup looks that go well with a black dress, so go ahead and try one of these and pull up to the party in your jaw-dropping appearance.
FAQs
What lipstick color goes best with a black outfit?
A classic red lipstick goes well with a black outfit. For a more subtle look you can even try warm pink, berry and nude brown shades.
What eye makeup suits a black dress for a night event?
Bold makeup looks are best on a black dress for a night event. Try creating a smoky eye makeup with soft lips. Use glittery eyeshadow to enhance the makeup look.
Should I go for matte or dewy makeup with a black outfit?
Whether to go for a matte or dewy makeup look with a black outfit depends on your preferences and the event. Matte makeup provides a polished and neat appearance whereas dewy makeup looks radiant and youthful.
Can I wear colorful eyeshadow with a black dress?
Ofcourse! You can pair a colourful eyeshadow with a black dress. Shades like green, pink, blue and golden can make your eyes pop and make your makeup look creative.
Should I wear bold lips or bold eyes with a black dress?
You can either wear a bold eye makeup look or a bold lip makeup, not both together, with a black dress to keep your makeup balanced.
What’s the best eyeliner style for a black dress?
The best eyeliner for a black dress is a classic winged eyeliner or a cat eye look. This will make your eyes look sleek and elegant.
Written by Madiha Patel
