Beauty DIY - Holiday Party Makeup Tutorial

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There are rules to attending a holiday party. 1) Stay far, far away from the mistletoe, especially when pervy co-workers are lurking nearby. 2) Arrange a designated driver or a cab service so you can enjoy all the mulled wine you want. 3) Even if the dress code calls for you to wear a Santa onesie or reindeer jumper, make an effort to add some festive holiday glam to your look, because, hey, it's a party, right?

To give you just the right amount of inspiration, we asked MAC senior artist Rachel O'Donnell to create three gorgeous beauty looks guaranteed to steal the show at any seasonal soiree. From an intense cat eye and ruby-red lips to a sun-kissed, I've-spent-the-autumn-in-St.Tropez glow, these stunning styles will transform your holiday look in just a few simple steps.

Click through to see our lovely and talented model, Madeleine Moxham, jewellery designer for the Moxham label, road test each gorgeous look. Bring on the carols and eggnog!

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