3 Ways to Pull Off Glitter Makeup

We’re all about beauty hacks here at Brit + Co, and that includes anything that will take our go-to makeup look to another level without too many steps involved. That being said, we found an unexpected multipurpose ally in one of our fave childhood beauty supplies. Not only does this glam product kick our style up a notch, but it can be used in myriad ways. That’s right — it’s time to channel your inner unicorn and ditch what you think you know about glitter makeup. Trust us, if you try these three beauty moves, you will be able to sport glitter in a whole new way! The trick to making glitter wearable for all levels of beauty babes is to keep the grade really fine and grab a silver hue that will act as a really pretty highlight vs. the larger, more reflective grade that can look youthful or costume-ready.

Celestial Cheeks

Tap a primer or liquid highlighter over your cheekbones and then gently layer your silver glitter on top. To gradually blend into the rest of your skin, take a clean brush and gently sweep the outside areas of your glitter.

Luminous Lips

For your base, apply a lightly pigmented pink lip gloss and then add some silver glitter over the top with your finger. The trick to keeping this out of the OTT zone is to place glitter in the center of your upper and lower lips and avoid the outer corners — this will allow the light to hit just right without being overly reflective.

Iridescent Eyes

For your eyes, you can apply a neutral brown into the crease of your lids and pair with a light shimmer cream shadow to prep your brow bones. Add an eyeshadow primer and then gently tap the glitter onto your peepers. Keep the application minimal so the final look is super subtle. If you don’t have an eyeshadow primer, you can use a liquid highlighter on your eyes instead.

If you’re feeling a little more daring, test all of these looks out for a night on the town, but if you can’t quite bring yourself to commit, feel free to rock one of these looks solo.

It's that time of year again when parents start getting teary, our fave #girlbosses give inspirational speeches and weekends become celebration central. Yep, we're talking grad season. After all that hard work, you deserve to look glam while you're walking across the stage. Scroll on for 10 DIY graduation caps you can totally rock.

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1. Mean Girls-inspired: With this iconic quote and hot pink design, you're sure to stand out. Not only does this masterpiece make for amazing photos, but your family and friends will have no problem spotting you in the sea of grads.

2. Simple and Sweet: We love how this grad tied her adventurous spirit into her cap. It's a perfect way to add some character to your graduation day look without going over the top. (via Polka Dot Chair)

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3. The Office-inspired: This is downright perfect for anyone who loves Michael Scott and is looking for some glitter action. You can totally make this graduation cap happen with some glue and washi tape.

4. Friends-inspired ($35):Friends and glitter: Do you really need anything else? We vote no.

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5. Floral: Show off your favorite inspirational quote with a floral cap that'll transform you into a DIY queen.

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6. Disney: We just felt a total rush of nostalgia thanks to this adorable Tangled graduation cap. Go all out in honor of your favorite Disney princess, and get a dose of inspiration at the same time.

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7. Spongebob Squarepants-inspired: School can sometimes feel like it's an eternity and this is a hilarious way to acknowledge your entrance into the real world.

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8. Dunkin' Donuts: Let's face it: This cap is way too relatable to many of us. Show everyone how much you love cold brew with this colorful design.

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9. Future Plans: It's the perfect time to thank those who have helped you attain your dream and celebrate your next stop. Deck out your graduation cap with your favorite shades, or go for your school colors for even more pride.

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10. All About That Degree: If you're super excited to start your new career, pick a grad cap that shows off your degree! We love how minimal and beautiful this blue cap is.

This graduation season, celebrate your hard work with a grad cap that has as much personality as you do. Whether you're totally into Disney or love glitter, these DIY graduation caps are sure to give you some inspiration.

Which DIY grad cap are you rockin' across the stage? Tweet us @BritandCo!

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'Tis the season... for giving and getting things you (and your giftees) might not really need. With sustainability becoming a paramount concern for many and the drawbacks of overconsumption entering our collective consciousness, the idea of gifting thoughtful, handmade, and possibly even zero-waste gifts is becoming ever more appealing. The only problem? We're not all as handy as we might like to be. Don't worry though — you don't need to be an expert maker to craft these DIY Christmas gifts! From beginner to advanced, there's a homemade Christmas gift idea for giver and giftee alike.

1. Edible DIY Christmas Gift Ideas

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If you know your way around a kitchen, don't sleep on the opportunity to give your loved ones an edible gift. You know it'll get used (AKA eaten), and it's essentially a zero-waste gift-giving strategy.

We love making pretty desserts that work well as gifts, like this matcha yogurt bark, this peppermint bark, these super easy Christmas cookie recipes, and these edible gift ideas. Package them up with these creative gift wrapping techniques, or forego paper altogether and wrap them with a cute kitchen towel for a zero-waste approach.

2. DIY Craft Kits To Gift

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If you're a complete beginner to DIY and handmade Christmas gifts, it might be smart to start out with a kit. A DIY kit allows you to fashion a thoughtful gift that shows your recipient just how much time and effort you put into giving them something special.

This DIY permanent jewelry kit is perfect for someone who wants to give their bestie a one-of-a-kind present this year. You can also DIY Christmas-scented candles, grow your loved one's birth month flower, or construct a super-cute tiny house to be displayed as kitschy decor.

3. Handmade Christmas Gifts

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We love a good DIY. Our favorite presents are handmade Christmas gifts, and we've shared a ton of homemade gift ideas in our time.

A cute winter terrarium is perfect for the quirky decor lover in your life, while nothing brings the hygge vibes more than a hand-knit blanket. Give your favorite houseplant lover some gorgeous flora in one of these DIY cement planters, or embroider a pillow that'll add a cute touch of color to your bestie's home!

4. DIY Home Decor

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Speaking of your bestie's home, we've got plenty of ideas for DIY Christmas gifts you can give in the home decor category.

Spruce up a simple IKEA desk to give your work wife a WFH chair that's cute and from the heart. Make magazine wall art in your giftee's favorite colors to add a homemade, kitschy touch to their space. This Anthro-inspired DIY chandelier is another great option for artsy decor lovers.

A friend who loves hostessing will appreciate this pineapple cutting board, and someone who's into the beauty of organization will swoon over this DIY wall organizer.

DIY Jewelry

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Many of us adore jewelry, so why not give someone in your life a cute and colorful accessory this holiday season? These acrylic earrings are super colorful and adorable, while this DIY choker is '90s inspired and totally on-trend. We also love this geode statement necklace and this cute necklace made out of old tee shirts. Talk about sustainable style!

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As much as we love a touch of sparkle in our cosmetics, adulting makes sporting glitter makeup IRL hard to pull off. But if you’re a true shimmer-lover, don’t let that deter you! There’s an art to creating beauty looks that fall between no-makeup makeup and Lisa Frank-territory. To master just the right amount of summer shine, turn to the mistress of making grown-up glitter werk, Katie Jane Hughes. Scroll on to view the celebrity makeup artist’s seven best subtle glitter looks for summer and the best products to get the look.

Nighttime Shimmer 

1. Give your smokey eye added edge with a neutral shadow that glitters.Blend powder in a smoldering shade into your lids, and then treat your lower lash line to a touch of sparkle. Brit + Co Pick: Nars Narsissist Wanted Eyeshadow Palette ($59)

Glossy Lids

2. Use cream glitter pigments to add an iridescent touch to lids and cheeks. Remember to keep things tame by sticking to neutral hues or sheer shades that complement your natural skin tone. Brit + Co Pick: Bodyography Glitter Pigments ($23)

Superfine Shine

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3. Illuminate without overwhelming your face using products made with ultra-fine texture. The micro-fine pigment holds the key to a sophisticated, buildable hue. Brit + Co Pick: Rituel de Fille Celestial Sphere Eye Soot ($38)

Graphic Glitter Liner

4. The graphic liner trend gets a glam makeover when you add a bit of shine.Look for liquid formulas that offer smooth application and dry quickly for all-day wear. Brit + Co Pick: Urban Decay Heavy Metal Glitter Eyeliner ($17)

Halo Effect

5. Hughes’ signature look comes courtesy of an iridescent gloss applied down the middle of your lid.Use rich, bronzey hues to create a sophisticated style, and then add contrast with a matte black coat of mascara. Brit + Co Pick: Butter London Glazen Eye Gloss ($24)

All Over Dew

6. Create the trendy dew effect using a pearly highlighter in lighter shades than your complexion.Drier skin types call for cream formulas, whereas oily complexions work better with powder. Graze your cheekbones, chin, nose, and brow line for a soft strobing effect. Brit + Co Pick: Milk Makeup Holographic Face Gloss ($20), Persona Cosmetics Laguna Highlighter ($24)

Glitter Brows

7. This standout look may not be subtle, but it’s having a serious moment. If you go for the glittery colorful brow, steer clear of loose pigment that doesn’t stay put. Look for glossy formulas designed not to smudge in order to avoid sloppy spill-over. Brit + Co Pick: Skingasm Glitter Gloss ($24)

How will you get your glitter on? Tell us on Pinterest!

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It looks like we'll just be getting Jacob Elordi movies for the rest of time, and honestly, I'm thankful. (Even if that one cringy Kissing Booth scene still runs on a loop in the my brain). Before Swift Horses with Daisy Edgar Jones, Jacob is teaming up with another Hollywood titan you'll recognize from Pretty Woman: Richard Gere. And the movie looks incredibly emotional.

Here's all the latest info on Jacob Elordi and Richard Gere's brand new movie Oh, Canada.

What is the Oh Canada movie about?

Oh, Canada Plot

Oh, Canada follows the life of legendary (albeit fictional) filmmaker Leonard Fife. This story probably approaches Leo's career the way we think about Steven Spielberg's. AKA, he's very important. Leonard decides to tell his life story before he runs out of time. And even though he's got an impressive resumé, he also has to decide if he wants his Vietnam draft dodge and sticky relationships to become public knowledge.

"Leonard sits for an extended interview with his former student Malcolm (Michael Imperioli), relating candid stories about his younger self (Jacob Elordi) in the tumultuous 1960s and beyond," the synopsis says, adding that "at Leonard’s insistence, his wife and indispensable artistic partner, Emma (Uma Thurman), bears witness to it all."

How to watch Oh Canada?

Oh, Canada Release Date

Jacob Elordi's new movie is coming to theaters December 6, 2024 — the same day as Rachel Zegler's Y2K and Amy Adams' Nightb—ch!

Who's in the movie?

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Oh, Canada Cast

The cast of Oh, Canada includes Richard Gere, Jacob Elordi, Uma Thurman, Michael Imperioli, and Victoria Hill, while the movie is written and directed by Paul Schrader (who also worked with Richard on 1980's American Gigolo!

What has the cast said about the movie?

Uma Thurman has been vocal about how excited she is to be a part of the project and told Deadline the movie feels like a "reverie" and has a "lyrical, sort of loosely knit, poetic" quality about it.

"The cinematic hand of Paul, of course, carried the day, as far as bringing this sort of illusionary dream together into something that you walk away from with the strong impression of a story," she says. "Just the presence of a master like Paul Schrader on a set of any size, is as distinct as, I don’t know, a warm wind. It’s like the wind that hits you when you get off a plane in the tropics. There’s only one thing of its ilk, and he’s kind of a master like that. You could really be anywhere; you can’t miss it."

That sounds like my kind of movie.

Director Paul Schrader revealed he fell in love with Jacob's performance the moment he saw him — which was before he took the world by storm in Priscilla. “I saw his performance on Zoom and, if this was 40 years ago, this is the guy I would have cast for American Gigolo,” he told The Hollywood Reporter.

Are you excited to see Oh, Canada? Check out the other New December Movies you can't miss out on!

If you're looking for a winter wedding guest dress, then look no further! Winter is the perfect time to lean into your glam side, with a little shine, a sexy slit, or even a statement neckline on your dress. And while the typical palette may lean towards darker, deeper colors, that doesn't mean you have to opt for the same boring look. Instead, I found a ton of elegant dresses that'll land you the Best Dressed Wedding Guest award in no time — and you'll wanna rewear them as much as possible. Cheers!

Shop all the best winter wedding guest dresses here!

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Betsy & Adam Asymmetric Single Long Sleeve Gown

I'm sorry, but nothing is more elegant (or sexier) than a black gown with the perfect peek-a-boo leg slit down the front. When you pair that with this gorgeous asymmetrical sleeve situation, you really have the perfect winter wedding guest dress!

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Abercrombie Long-Sleeve Cowl Back Slip Maxi Dress

Cowl necks are always a classy look — but what about a cowl back?! This whole dress is giving "simplicity is elegance" at its finest. (And BRIDES: this little navy number comes in cream, making for a fabulous bridal outfit, too!)

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Bardot Adoni Off-The-Shoulder Fitted Stretch Lace Midi Dress

I know, I know — it's controversial to wear red to a wedding. But truly, I've never in my life heard that rule until recently, so it can't matter that much, right? I'll let you decide that for yourself, but while you're thinking about it...look at how gorgeous this off-the-shoulder number is!

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Azazie Atelier Bellini Grape Jacquard Satin Maxi Dress

I adore this deep, rich eggplant color SO much. It goes so well with this high neckline and jacquard fabric, absolutely emanating elegance. This looks fantastic with strappy gold sandals (like above), but I could also see this looking amazing with some pointed toe velvet pumps.

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Lulus I'm All Yours Black Tulle Ruffled Maxi Dress

I have this exact dress in burgundy, but I am totally into the black tulle. It gives an edge to the elegance that's so playful and COOL. Plus, who doesn't love a deep v neck like this? It's so freakin' good.

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Petal and Pup Womens Anabelle Halter Neck Midi Dress

Asymmetrical dresses are absolutely the moment right now. The draping on this Target dress is totally gorgeous, making you look effortlessly beautiful. Plus, if this shade of teal isn't your color, you have 10 other options to choose from — and at under $100!

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Ieena for Mac Duggal Sequin Long Sleeve Faux Wrap Gown

My mom wore this exact dress in black to my own wedding, and she looked like a total goddess. The shimmer could seem like a lot for some, but it's really quite lovely and just understated enough when you're in that glittering wedding environment. You'll definitely wanna dance the night away in this look!

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Elliatt Calypso Dress

Looking for a shorter winter wedding guest dress? This Elliatt option is stunning! The body of the dress itself is really quite simple, letting the statement bow on the back do all the heavy (and very stylish) lifting for your look. I'd pair this with an Audrey Hepburn-esque updo and some pointed black pumps!

Azazie

Azazie Atelier Sara Marigold Maxi Dress

Let this marigold dress light up the room at the next wedding you're invited to! The floral pattern is perfect for winter, not leaning too spring, and giving this balloon sleeve dress a little extra life. (And do you see the slit? I'm telling you: it's the perfect way to accentuate your wedding guest look!)

Anthropologie

Norma Kamali Tara Long-Sleeve Deep-V Ruched Stretch Jersey Midi Dress

Norma Kamali knows how to make something simple oh-so sexy. This dress hugs your curves in all the right places, and the ruching gives the sleek silhouette some much-needed texture. Plus, the slightly off-the-shoulder of it all is just everything — it's giving old Hollywood glam meets modern babe.

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Mac Duggal Long Sleeve Pleated Satin Cocktail Midi Dress

Like I said before, winter doesn't me you can't wear color! This shade is just bright enough to make a statement, but just earthy enough to be perfect for the season. The pleats and the buttoned, ballooned sleeves are just gorgeous here too!

Anthropologie

By Anthropologie The Maya Ruched Cowl-Neck Dress: Stretch Velvet Edition

I seriously just love a high neckline! There's something about it that screams class (but a distinguished, polite scream of course 😉), which is totally what you're going for with your winter wedding guest dress. I also love how the stretch velvet will give you the space to sit, eat, and dance comfortably all night long — exactly what you need for a festive wedding eventing!

Nordstrom

Alfred Sung One-Shoulder A-Line Gown

Alfred Sung makes stunning gowns that are perfect for all your winter wedding guest needs! I wore a different Alfred Sung dress a few years back to a December wedding, and it made me feel totally elegant. This sleek design would look gorgeous on anyone, and the A line silhouette gives you plenty of room to hit the dance floor all you want!

Tuckernuck

Tuckernuck Black Clea Dress

She's giving Audrey Hepburn! She's giving Grace Kelly! She's giving EVERYTHING! Seriously, this neckline is incredible, this length is lovely, and the dress itself is the perfect canvas to make your own. Add some fun jewelry, grab a fun shoe, and let your hair down for an evening — in the most elevated way possible.

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Mac Duggal Sleeveless Rhinestone Flower Crepe A-Line Mini Dress

In case you're looking for another shorter option, I love this Mac Duggal dress! The flower on the hip is so unique, yet it's giving a timeless charm that would look amazing on anyone! I could totally see this with some stunning red tights, an updo, and some statement earrings.

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