Beauty NOTE

With a sparkling number, opt for matte beauty products with no iridescence in the formula. A dark plum colour will give your look a sense of gothic sophistication. Hydration is key with darker hues; otherwise your lipstick will sit in the cracks or bleed into the fine lines around your mouth. Give your lips a quick brush with your toothbrush, and then apply Grande Lips hydrating Lip Plumper, €27, available at skinboosters.ie. Substitute this for your regular lip balm a week before the event for maximum effect. Add a slick of Velvet Matte lipstick, €2.90, Essence – a great price for a shade that you probably won’t wear every day.