Sakshi Verma | 30 Dec,2024
New Year is the best time to adopt a new and glamorous style! Welcome 2025 with the inspiration of Bollywood's most iconic celebrities look. This guide will take you through the steps to recreate some stunning Bollywood-inspired makeup, hairstyles, and outfit ideas that will make you shine at any New Year's event. We have something for everyone - whether you want a classic charm or a bold, contemporary look. Time to turn on the sparkle and all that glitz! If planning a night of dancing at a party or even simply a cozy celebration, go ahead and take some of the inspiration from the stunning makeup styles of your beloved Bollywood stars. Here are some fabulous Bollywood-inspired looks for a stylish 2025 new year. Let's get started!
Before you commence your makeover, choose a Bollywood celebrity whose style appeals to you. Suggestions include:
• Deepika Padukone- Loved for her eternal smoky eyes and graceful aura.
• Alia Bhatt- Aimed toward making one look radiant and youthful with soft makeup.
• Kareena Kapoor Khan- A trendsetter with striking lip colors and contoured features.
• Priyanka Chopra Jonas- Statement-judging eye queen with glowing skin.
• Kiara Advani- Ultimate minimalist chic master.
Choose someone whose style reflects your personality and complements your outfit.
(i) Cleanse: Gently cleanse your face by using a face wash.
(ii) Exfoliate: Get rid of dead skin cells by exfoliating in a gentle way.
(iii) Hydrate: Apply a toner or essence to maintain the freshness of your skin.
(iv) Moisturize: Moisturize using a lightweight moisturizer, then keep hydrated.
(v) Prime: Smoothen your skin and get that flawless base by applying primer.
(vi) Apply a nourishing lip balm for a pre-make-up prepped look on your lips.
Bollywood celebrities sport glowing and dewy skin. Here's how to achieve it:
(i) Foundation: Use a lightweight foundation, matched to your skin tone. Blend well using a damp sponge for an absolutely flawless finish.
(ii) Concealer: Concealer would help to brighten the areas under your eyes, conceal blemishes and many other things.
(iii) Setting Powder: Dust a thin layer of setting powder all over your T-zone that needs more oil-control.
(iv) Highlighter: Place highlighter on the high points of your face including cheekbones, the bridge of your nose, and your cupid's bow, for a luminous glow.
(v) Soft Glow: Use a slight dewy blush for an fresh finish and a mild highlighter on your cheekbones.
(vi) Bronzed Cheeks: Use a bronzer to warm up your face and a golden highlighter to emphasize your features.
(vii) Define Your Features: Lightly contour to emphasize cheekbones and jawline.
Eyes are the focus of any Bollywood-inspired look. Here's how to recreate some of the popular styles:
a. Apply a neutral brown shade in the crease.
b. Black or charcoal eyeshadow on the lids and smudge for a smoky effect.
c. Kohl liner on upper and lower lash lines and smudge for a softer look.
d. Mascara and false lashes for a dramatic effect, if desired.
a. Lightly sweep a pale pink or peach tone all over the lid.
b. Shimmer: Dab on some in the center to add some subtlety.
c. Define it with a thin winged liner.
d. Curly eyelashes with volumizing mascara give the eye that fluttery effect
a. Liquid eyeliner, define the bold wing shape.
b. keep your lids simple in beige or nude eyeshadow.
c. Finish it all off with volumizing mascara and a false lash application if desired.
Tip For Enhance Your Brows: Fill in sparse areas with a brow pencil or powder for a well defined look and lightly shape your brows with a brow pencil for a natural look.
Bollywood actresses have signature statement lips that can leave everyone awestruck. Choose the right shade as per your look:
• Red Lips (Priyanka Chopra): The bright and vivid color is perfect for making some celebration.
• Pink (Alia Bhatt): That pink shade will make the skin look fresh and younger.
• Berry (Deepika Padukone): Rich berry shade is great to adorn for the winter night.
• Nude (Kiara Advani): Such shade is great with an intense eye makeup.
Tip: Apply a lip liner on your lips to prevent them from feathering.
Your hairstyle makes your Bollywood avatar complete. Try these:
• Elegant Sleek Low Bun (Deepika Padukone): Sleek low bun is very much elegant for looking sophisticated.
• Soft Waves by Alia Bhatt: Relaxed waves or curls is very romantic in Look Voluminous.
• Blow-Dry by Kareena Kapoor: Create a glamourous effect of a bouncy blow out.
• Straight and Glossy like Kiara Advani: Slick and easy for an effortless chic end.
Finish with a hairspray or serum to hold your style in place.
Bollywood-style is never complete without dressing up to perfection. Have a look at these:
• Elegant Saree: Bring Deepika in you, by wearing saree.
• Modern Lehenga: Alia's shimmery lehengas with sequins or bold colour are sure for parties.
• Shimmery Gown: Metallic gowns which Priyanka wears are sure to give glamourish look.
• Classic Anarkali: Classic Anarkali suit can never go outdated.
Dress up more with statement jewellery, Bangle or with a stylish Clutch.
• Fragrance: Long-lasting perfume ensures that you are fresh throughout the night.
• Accessories: Balancing your look can either be minimalistic or bold, depending on the wearer.
• Confidence: Confidence is the best accessory, so own your look and enjoy the moment.
• Set Your Makeup: Use a setting spray to set your makeup for the entire night.
• Prep your skin properly: A good, moisturized base is a must to give a flawless coverage.
• Select the suitable shades: Select makeup products that match your skin tone and undertone.
• Blend well: Spend some quality time blending your makeup for an acute and smooth look.
Take your skincare game a notch higher with this super easy routine that gives your skin that Bollywood-worthy glow:
• Morning
(a) Gentle cleanse using a mild face wash.
(b) Apply vitamin C serum.
(c) Finish off with a lightweight moisturizer and sunscreen.
• Midday
(a) Hydrate using hydrating mist.
(b) If staying outdoors for long, repeat sunscreen.
• Evening
(a) Double cleanse to remove makeup and impurities.
(b) Apply a retinol serum to revitalize your skin.
(c) End with a nourishing cream that moisturizes the skin.
• Weekly
(a) Exfoliate with a gentle scrub to remove dead skin cells.
(b) Treat your skin to a hydrating or brightening mask.
• Facial Yoga: Exercises like puffing cheek and controlled breathing improve the blood flow in the face.
• Reducing Stress: Yoga and meditation reduce the stress levels. Otherwise, stress would impact the health of your skin negatively.
• Hydration: Drink lots of water every day; at least 8 to 10 glasses should be consumed daily. Hydrating fruits and vegetables, for example, include watermelons, cucumbers, and oranges.
• Homemade Face Mask: Combine yogurt, honey, and a pinch of turmeric for a quick mask that will brighten your complexion if left on for 15-20 minutes.
Become a Bollywood diva in the New Year! Whether attending an opulent celebration or a humble soiree, follow these steps to enhance your looks and feel yourself shine through. The crux of the matter lies in tweaking them into pieces fitting in your unique style and having it express your personality. Take inspiration from these classic Bollywood looks this New Year's Eve to make your New Year's Eve special. Confidence is the key, so wear your look proudly and step into 2025 feeling like a star. Wish you a very glitzy and memorable start to 2025!
It is a special curated guide for recreating makeup, hair, and fashion styles inspired by top Bollywood stars, which can help you make an entrance into your New Year's celebrations.
You can get these looks at home easily with the right tools and a little practice. To get a flawless finish, you may want to see a professional stylist or makeup artist.
Yes, our recommendations are created for a range of skin tones and undertones, so everyone will find a look that enhances their natural beauty.
Definitely! We’ve included suggestions for simple yet elegant looks inspired by stars like Alia Bhatt and Deepika Padukone for those who prefer a minimalistic approach.
Imagine sequined gowns, intricately embroidered sarees, chic lehengas, or modern IndoWestern outfits that blend well for that quint essential Bollywood panache.
Absolutely! I can find affordable options in any local store, online outlet, or even rent really high-end outfits and use that money saved to invest more into my look.
Use a reliable primer, waterproof products, and a setting spray to ensure your look stays intact for hours.
Of course, Go ahead and mix what makeup style, hair type and outfits you like most about from some or each other celebrity.