Republic Day Makeup Look That Will Score You A Never-Ending Stream Of Compliments
In case you haven’t been paying attention to the calendar, let us be the first one to tell you: Republic day is just around the corner, and it’s time to start thinking about how you’ll be showing your pride for the nation. Sure, you could always wear orange, white, green, and blue ensembles, but if you want to get more creative, you can always show your patriotism with a dapper makeup look.
When you’re given only three colours to work with, your creativity can feel a little stifled. Lucky for you, we’ve scoured Instagram to compile a guide to quintessentially chic republic day makeup looks to try, with no obvious flag designs in sight.
Republic Day Makeup Looks
The republic day makeup ideas listed below are ridiculously cute - not cheesy or kitschy. Scroll on for above-and-beyond makeup ideas for the 26th of Jan, and be sure to save them on IG along the way.
Green Eyes Hypnotise!
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A swipe of punchy orange lipstick and an inventive take on the green eyeshadow is perf to spice up your glam this republic day. Prime your eyelids with primer to set the rest of the eye makeup products up for success. Next, apply a wash of iridescent green shadow across the eyelids. Coat your lashes in mascara. Finally, apply a rust orange lipstick to complete the republic day makeup look.
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Green Shadow FTW!
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This republic day makeup look is a fun and exciting way to play with makeup to mark the season. Feeling inspired? We share with you the golden rules for going green this season. After cleansing, massage a moisturiser and a primer all over your face to create a smooth, hydrated canvas. Then, follow it with a foundation and concealer. Apply a green eyeshadow all over your eyelids. Then, take a liner and trace it along your lash line. Complete the look by applying a nude lipstick.
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Manish Malhotra Hi-Shine Lipstick: Barely Nude
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Liquid Liner To Turn Heads
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Green liquid eyeliner is the unexpected go-to eye makeup trend for this year. Try this makeup for republic day and you are sure to rake in compliments. Prep the skin with a rich moisturiser and buff a radiant-finish foundation all over with a damp sponge. You could also mix a few drops of priming oil to your foundation for added glow. Then, apply a slim stroke of green liner and get ready for a never-ending stream of compliments.
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LIT Liquid Matte Lipstick - RBOMB
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MyGlamm LIT Matte Eyeliner Pencil
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Glitter That Will Make You Look Like Gold
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This republic day makeup look is straight-up art. If you’ve been considering trying green eye makeup, now is the time to do it. Use an eye primer and apply it all over your lids. Firstly, apply a light green transition shade on the outer crease of your eyes to define your eye sockets. Then, apply an iridescent emerald green shadow all over your lids and on the inner corners. Stick on a pair of falsies if you are exacting!
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Cause Orange Is The Happiest Colour
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It’s still all about the eyes. Nothing says iconic more than this timeless combination of orange shadow accentuated with reverse liner. Smear an eyeshadow primer across your eyelids to ensure your makeup stays put all night long. Take an orange shade on a brush to apply across the lids and also along the lower lash line. Then, trace a graphic liner using a precise eyeliner pencil. Finally, apply a coat of mascara on the top and bottom lashes or choose a voluminous pair of falsies. Use a creamy matte lipstick in a nude pink hue to complete this eye-catching republic day makeup look.
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Treat, Love, Care 24 Hour Anti-Pollution Foundation
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Inner Corner Pop To Make A Statement
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The concept here is simple: add a pop of colour to the inner corner of your eye and get ready to turn heads. Just grab your favourite orange hue and trace it on the inner corner of your eyes for a trendy republic day makeup look. Take a neon orange eyeshadow over a precise brush and apply it onto the inner corner of your eyes and turn heads wherever you go!
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Floating Liner
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If done right, even a slim stroke of liner can make a very big impact - take a cue from Camila Cabello. Take an orange eyeliner and trace it as a slim line just before your brows. Add some blush on the apply of your cheeks and complete the republic day makeup look by applying a peach nude lipstick.
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Perf To Pair With Ethnic Wear
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The look is downright stunning. Plus, it’ll look great with your desi ensembles. To nail this republic day makeup look, apply a brown-nude matte eyeshadow on the outer crease of your eyes to define the sockets. Next, apply a golden loose glitter eyeshadow all over your lids. Grab a kohl eyeliner to apply as floating eyeliner.
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Manish Malhotra 9 In 1 Eyeshadow Palette - Starry Romance
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Use this eyeshadow palette to create this shimmery makeup look and we bet all eyes will be on you!
Spotlight Illuminating Liquid - Stardust
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Bleed Blue
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Let your eyes do the talking. There’s nothing like bold blue eyes - It’s fuss-free yet fashion-forward.Grab an electric blue eyeshadow and apply it sparingly all over your lid - a light wash is all you need. Load the same eyeshadow on a pencil brush and apply it along the lower lash line. Complete the republic day makeup look by applying some mascara.
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Pose HD Lipstick Nude Pink
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Too Glamm To Give A Damn
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Your social circle will definitely notice a work of art like this, it’s a perf republic day makeup look. For the eyes, take an emerald green eyeshadow and glitter green eyeliner. Apply the green shadow across your eyelids and accentuate the look by tracing a green liner along your lower and upper lash line. Contour and highlight your face. Add a hint of blush to your cheeks. Complete the republic day makeup look by applying a peach lip gloss.
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Manish Malhotra 9 In 1 Eyeshadow Palette - Enchante
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We drool over this palette because of its versatility. If you’re looking for one eyeshadow palette that does everything, this is the one to pick. With a stunning range of neutrals, browns and shimmery hues, it’s perfect for getting creative with your eye makeup look.
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