Makeup ideas for a red dress and how to combine it

The color red radiates fire, passion, confidence, energy and assertiveness. It is a color that stands out in any outfit. If you have a red dress in your wardrobe and you want to wear a look to stand out on a special occasion, in this post we will give you some tips on how to combine these. In addition, we also leave a few makeup ideas behind that striking red dress.

Makeup ideas for a red dress 

If you're considering wearing red, here are a few ideas and tips to make up your face so that you shine, whether it is for a special occasion or for any normal moment of the day.

A red dress stands out on any occasion, so when it comes to makeup you should play with your color palette without overloading your face and try to emphasize the most important points such as the eyes and lips. 

Nude Make-up 

Nude makeup is perfect for any occasion because it tries to make your face look as natural as possible. The idea is to accentuate your eyes in a simple way, so it's important that you have a foundation apply with a color that resembles that of your skin. 

The perfect eye makeup should emphasize three important aspects: eyebrows, eyelids and eyelashes. To do this, follow the step-by-step tips below: 

• First, apply shadows to the eyelid using a palette of neutral, golden and dark shades. This gives depth to your gaze.
• Then take some purple eyeshadow and apply it to the upper part of the eyelid and blend it. Finally, to give your eyes more light, use a lighter color for the inner corner.
• Bring mascara to you eyelashes to give volume and length, a must for nude make-up. 
• Add a little add color to your cheekbones, but don't overdo it because the idea of ​​this makeup is to accentuate your skin tone. 
• Finally, line your lips well and apply nude lipstick that suits your skin color. This gives a natural effect with a subtle touch that accentuates your lips.

Discrete make-up 

As a second option you can opt for a subtle eye make-up with red lipstick which does stand out. Some think that only women with full lips can wear this style. However, this look is also ideal for women with thin lips, especially if your lipstick matches the color of your dress. 

Dark makeup 

This is a formal makeup whose secret is to accentuate the eyes. To do this, a discreet shadow is applied to the eyelid and the eyes are outlined with a black eyeliner. Also don't forget a mascara use to give them more volume.

Finally, use a lipstick in nude or reddish shades that matches your dress. 

How do you combine a red dress?

Combining a red dress, jackets, shoes and accessories depends on the occasion, and of course on your personality. 

Jackets

• You wear for special occasions fur coats, preferably in black. 
• For informal occasions choose one black jacket Ugh denim jacket.

Shoes

• Special occasions: the shoes are suitable for a gala evening gold, silver or black that depends on the shade of red of your dress. 
• Informal Occasions: For a very informal red dress you can high sandals (with heel or platform) or wear low sandals in black or red. Being on the other side black boots perfect for winter and autumn. 

From accessories

These depend on the occasion and the type of dress you are wearing. Are we talking about a night out partying, then it is best to choose necklaces, bracelets and earrings in gold or silver tones. The ideal is always not to overload yourself with too many accessories that distract from what is important: your red dress.