SPOTLIGHT:
Centre of attention or a glam guest, take your party cues from these fresh, modern classics.
top picks for special-occasion glamour
1. Elie Saab Le Parfum in White 50ml EDP, $173. A symphony of white flowers, like orange blossom and jasmine, on a subtle patchouli and amber base. 2. L’Oréal Paris Paradise Extatic Mascara, $27. Perfect party attire for your peepers, this one-stroke wonder combines volume, length and separation. 3. YSL Touche Éclat All-In-One Glow Foundation, $92. A fresh finish is more youthful than anything overly powdery. Use a dense-bristle foundation brush to buff this on in a circular motion for a radiant complexion. 4. Jurlique Replenishing Cleansing Lotion, $46. Prep skin with a gentle cleanser that won’t strip away moisture so make-up lasts the distance. 5. Clinique Pop Splash Lip Gloss in Air Kiss, $47. Shiny but not sticky. Fill lips with a nude pencil (see 7) and add a dab of this in the centre for a subtle plumping illusion. 6. YSL Touche Éclat, $78. The famous clicky pen with a brush in the tip delivers a touch of radiance (rather than camouflaging concealer) to brighten signs of fatigue. 7. NARS Precision Lip Liner in Camargue, $38. Applies smoothly and lasts well. This smudgeproof formula in any shade is great on its own or as a base for lipstick. 8. Hourglass Voyeur Waterproof Liquid Liner, $54. If you’re prone to happy tears, waterproof formulas are a useful addition. This inky black liner delivers the finest of strokes. 9. Chanel Coco Mademoiselle Eau De Parfum Intense, 50ml, $174. A plush, feminine fragrance. Citrus top notes are rounded out with a burst of sophisticated patchouli before leaving you with vanilla and tonka bean. 10. M.A.C Mineralize Skinfinish in Soft & Gentle, $64. The pretty shell colour allows the lightest touch of radiance for the tops of cheekbones and it works as a beautiful co-ordinating eyeshadow too.