20 Holiday Eyeshadow Looks to Shine All Season Long

The holidays are the perfect time to experiment with your makeup, especially when it comes to eyeshadow. Whether you’re into sparkly, shimmering shades or bold metallics and jewel tones, there are endless ways to make your eyes pop this season.

We've rounded up some of our favorite festive eyeshadow looks to inspire your next holiday glam.

1. Dramatic Metallic

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Metallic eyeshadows are a holiday must-have. They add a shimmering, frosty touch that’s perfect for any seasonal event. Mix different shades, like purple and green, for a bold, eye-catching finish.

2. Bejeweled and Bedazzled

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Sabrina Carpenter sets the bar with this dazzling bejeweled eyeshadow look. Start with a soft shimmer on your lids, then stick on some gemstones around your eyes for an extra sparkle that’s sure to steal the show.

3. Make a Statement

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Go big or go home with glittering lids and bold false lashes. The holidays are the perfect time to embrace the dramatic and make a memorable statement with your makeup.

4. Champagne Fizz

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Champagne and bronze shadows are perfect neutral shades for the holidays. They go with everything, and when paired with a thick coat of mascara or falsies, they make for a flawless festive look.

5. Periwinkle Twinkle

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For a twist on the usual holiday hues, try periwinkle—a beautiful blend of powder blue and purple that will brighten your eyes and complement your skin tone. Just swipe it on your lids and layer it up for the perfect saturation.

6. Classic Smoky

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A smoky eye is timeless and ideal for holiday gatherings. Line your eyes with waterproof black eyeliner and blend shadows into the crease for that signature sultry, smoky effect. Finish with a highlight beneath your brow for added definition.

7. Smudged, Sultry Eyes

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If you prefer a more natural look with a touch of sophistication, go for smudged eyes. Use black eyeliner for definition, then blend smoky shadow on top and into the crease for a lived-in yet elevated holiday eye.

8. Blushing Beauty

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To add warmth to your eyes, blend blush tones into the crease and high on your cheekbones. Start with a matte taupe shadow on your lids, then line your eyes and apply mascara for an effortlessly chic look.

9. Holographic Detail

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Holographic eyeshadow adds a festive, modern twist. Apply it in the crease to highlight your eyes, or take it up a notch by adding shimmer everywhere—because, really, can you ever have too much sparkle at the holidays?

10. Icicle Frost

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For a wintry vibe, mix light lilac and blue to create a frosty, smoky eye look. Focus on keeping the inner corners bright, and deepen the crease to bring in more dimension for a cool, seasonal effect.

11. Silver Bells

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Shimmering silver eyeshadow is a must for holiday parties. Whether you wear it all over the lid or just as a pop of sparkle in the center, this metallic shade will have your eyes lighting up the room.

12. The Gilded Age

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Gold is a holiday classic, and there’s no better time to wear it than now. Apply a cream or powder gold shadow to your lids for a rich metallic look that’s sure to make you shine all season long.

13. Sugar Plum Fairy

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Soft pinks and purples with a touch of shimmer bring a sweet, fairy-tale vibe to your holiday makeup. Apply a lighter shade in the center of the lid and a darker shade in the crease to create dimension and contrast.

14. Champagne Dreams

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A champagne-colored shadow paired with a winged eyeliner creates a classic, elegant look that’s perfect for any holiday celebration. Top it off with a long-lasting liquid eyeliner to keep your eyes looking perfect all night.

15. Ethereal Glow

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For a simple yet glowing look, apply a holographic shadow to your lids and pair it with dewy skin. A soft cheek highlight and a glossy lip complete this radiant holiday makeup.

16. Siren Eyes

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For a dramatic holiday look, try siren eyes with winged outer corners and metallic eyeshadow. Blend the wing with your lower lash line for a sultry effect, then add falsies for maximum impact.

17. Cut Crease

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A cut crease look is a timeless favorite, especially when paired with defined eyeliner. Apply a light shadow to your lids and a deeper shade in the crease, then finish by lining your bottom waterline with a flesh-toned liner to brighten your eyes.