Whether you celebrate Lohri, Pongal, Bihu, or Makar Sankranti, mid-January calls for a harvest celebration where you get together with your friends and family and commemorate the abundance of Mother Nature. These festivities are often accompanied by traditions that have been passed down to generations, where one can find some of the best winter meals, amazing desserts, fun-filled rituals, and most importantly, for us makeup girlies – the raddest outfits, grandest jewellery, and the boldest makeup looks.
Without further ado, here are 5 makeup looks inspired by Bollywood celebrities who were seen adorning these glam looks for Lohri celebrations. From Sonam Kapoor to Priyanka Chopra Jones, the Punjabi Queens have been slaying for years paving the way for us to match their vibes.
Priyanka’s Dewy Glam
Leave it to Priyanka Chopra to create the perfect combination of a dewy look with a bold lip. This look for the harvest festival offers the perfect harmony of simplicity and glam. Add some shine to your cheeks and under brows which is usually missing in the winter season and a bright red lip with a hint of gloss for that opulent look. Before all that, opt for a lightweight foundation so it doesn’t look heavy or melt away when you are dancing around the bonfire.
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Sonam’s Splash Of Colours
Sonam Kapoor is a lot of people, but she is not the one to opt for a minimalist makeup look for Lohri when her very Punjabi family celebrates this holiday with gusto and heart. Her lip and eye games are an inspiration for all to step out of your comfort zone and try colours that help stand out. Start with some warm-toned shimmery gold on the inner corner of the eyes and some cool-toned bronze on the outer corners, symbolising the transition from winter to spring. Pair it with a crimson lip and long lashes to finish the look.
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Alia’s Bonfire Aesthetic
Alia Bhatt has always slayed with her looks, whether they are a soft-dewy look, bold and glamorous look, or even a smoky golden hour look like this one. The look even sits perfectly with a bonfire, folk songs, and the warm embrace shared with family members. Recreate this look with a smoky brown eyeshadow, nude lips, and thick brows.
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Sara’s Peachy Perfection
Sara Ali Khan has aced it when it comes to Indian traditional looks. Her subtle and girl-next-door vibes translate to her makeup looks as well, which are inclusive, achievable, and Insta-worthy. We love fine eyeliner with heavy heavy lashes just as much as a peachy lip with a hint of gloss. This look makes Sara look sweeter than the Pongal and spicier than the Saag this harvest season.
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Hina’s Green Goddess Look
If you are a maximalism baddie, this Lohri look by Hina Khan is the one for you. Imbibing the spirit of nature, the green eyeshadow and the brownish nude make it topical, on-brand, and a statement look for the books. The royal choice of colours and the grandeur appeal of glitter make it ca harming and alluring choice for those who don’t settle for less. A little bronzer and some highlighter will seal this look.
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Although Lohri is primarily celebrated in North India, other parts of the country also have their day and way of celebrating the harvest season. From Makar Sankranti in the west to Pongal in the south, from Bihu in the east to Vasant Panchami in central India, every region has their own way, outfits, makeup, and traditions when it comes to the festivities celebrations.
FAQs
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What colours look the best for Lohri?
Since Lohri is a harvest festival, colours that look the best during this season are earthy, bountiful, and rich. Consider green, red, yellow, and brown. Popular outfit choices include Patiala suits, Salwar Kameez, Kurtas, and Ghagra Cholis.
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What makeup should I wear for Lohri?
Lohri is a celebration of the surplus produce our lands give us, hence you can be bold with your eyes and lips when it comes to Lohri. A statement lip with shimmery eyes would be an ideal combination.
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What are some Lohri makeup hacks?
Since the main festivities happen at night with the bonfire, dancing, and singing, opt for deeper and warm-toned shades when it comes to your lips. For your eyes, opt for a heavily-lined kajal and eyeliner look that makes your eyes shine around the raging flames. Finally, add some glitter to your high points such as the cheekbones, noes, chin, and the under brow region for a naturally glowing look.
