I’m breaking down 15 ABG makeup looks that nail bold, polished glam without trying too hard. Think razor-sharp wings, smoky bronze lids, glassy skin, and lips that shift from plush nude to vampy plum.
I’ll share quick tweaks that make each look pop—like inner-corner sparkles, ombré gradients, and feathered brows that frame everything. If you’re into wet lids or glitter cut creases, there’s a vibe for every night out—and one trick most people skip.
Classic Winged Liner With Nude Gloss
Even before I touch foundation, I map out a sharp, lifted wing and pair it with a juicy nude gloss—that combo screams effortless ABG glam. I anchor the flick to my lower lash line for symmetry, then glide a precise, inky pen. Tightline to deepen impact.
For lips, overline softly, dab a rosy-beige tint, then slick on cushiony gloss. Set brows sleek, highlight inner corners, and you’re done. And don’t forget to perfect the cat eye shape using a steady hand and small strokes for clean lines.
Smoky Bronze Eyes and Fluffy Lashes
I’m taking your gaze from crisp wings to a warm bronze gradient that looks luxe but blends in minutes.
I build depth with caramel to chocolate tones, keeping the shimmer concentrated on the lid for that soft-smolder effect.
Then I clip on voluminous wispy lashes—fluffy, spaced, and lifted—so the eyes look bigger without hiding the glow.
This look centers on the classic Smokey Eye technique, using softened edges and layered shades to create dimension.
Warm Bronze Gradient
Sweep into the warm bronze gradient with smoky lids and fluffy lashes that feel glam yet effortless.
I start with a soft terracotta base, blend a molten bronze on the lid, then deepen the outer corner with cocoa.
Pop a golden highlight on the inner eye and brow bone.
Tightline brown, smudge lightly, then set with setting spray.
The result: warm, dimensional, and camera-ready.
Learn the smoky eye secrets that help create a long-lasting, sultry finish.
Voluminous Wispy Lashes
Often, the secret to that ABG smoky bronze vibe is pairing soft, blown-out shadow with voluminous, wispy lashes that lift the whole look.
I keep my base clean, then choose fluffy, tapered fibers that fan out and open my eyes.
Here’s how I nail it:
- Curl, tightline, and mascara first.
- Trim bands to fit.
- Anchor outer corners, pinch, then seal with a thin liner.
A little technique from Hooded Eye Makeup can help adapt this look so the lashes truly lift and don’t get hidden by the lid.
Glass Skin Glow With Soft Ombré Lips
Let’s get that glass-skin glow with a dewy base that looks lit-from-within, not greasy. I’ll walk you through sheer, skin-loving layers that keep the radiance fresh. Then we’ll perfect soft ombré lips with easy gradient lip blending for that plush, blurred finish.
For an effortless finish, focus on skin prep and lightweight, layerable formulas to maintain a glowy makeup look without feeling heavy.
Dewy Base Technique
Craving that lit-from-within sheen? I build a dewy base that looks fresh, never greasy. I sheer a hydrating foundation with moisturizer, then press it in with a damp sponge for seamless skin.
I spotlight high points with liquid highlight and lock glow with a mist, not powder.
- Skin-prep: essence, gel moisturizer, SPF
- Sheer, luminous base
- Strategic highlight, dewy setting spray
Gradient Lip Blending
With the skin fresh and dewy, I balance the glow with a soft ombré lip that looks plush, not painted.
I dab a blurred stain at the center, then tap outward with a fingertip, leaving the edges sheer. Add a touch of balm for slip.
For extra depth, layer a deeper tint inside. Clean edges with concealer. It’s effortless, juicy, and ABG-chic.
Fox-Eye Liner and Snatched Contour
Sweep the gaze upward and watch your face transform: fox-eye liner elongates and lifts, while a snatched contour sculpts sharp definition without harsh lines.
I angle my wing toward the temple, keep the inner corner tapered, and anchor cheekbones with a cool-toned shadow. Try these:
- Map lines with a taupe pencil first.
- Blend upward, never downward.
- Set edges with translucent powder.
Glitter Cut Crease for Night-Out Glam
After lifting the eyes and chiseling the cheekbones, I’m turning up the sparkle for a glitter cut crease that owns the night.
I map the crease with a matte taupe, carve with concealer, then press a micro-glitter pigment over tacky base.
Keep lids bright, outer corners deep.
Add black liner, fluttery lashes, and inner-corner pop.
Lock it with setting spray—zero fallout, maximum drama.
Monochrome Mauve Eyes, Cheeks, and Lips
Though I love high-contrast moments, a monochrome mauve story feels ultra-polished and low-effort luxe. I mirror the tone across eyes, cheeks, and lips so everything looks cohesive and elevated without trying too hard.
1) Sweep matte mauve on lids; tap shimmer on the center.
2) Diffuse a mauve-rose blush high on cheeks.
3) Line lips with dusty mauve, fill with satin lipstick, then gloss center for fullness.
Dewy Base With Statement Blush Draping
Let’s set up that glass-skin glow with quick prep steps—think soft exfoliation, a hydrating essence, and a juicy gel moisturizer sealed with a dewy primer.
Once the base reflects like satin, I sweep a monochrome draped blush from apples to temples for that lifted, editorial flush.
I’ll show you shades, placement, and blending so your blush reads bold yet seamless.
Glass-skin Prep Steps
From the first cleanse to the final mist, I’m setting us up for that lit-from-within glass-skin base that makes blush draping pop instead of patch.
I focus on cushiony hydration, refined texture, and flexible glow—so color glides, grips, and lasts.
1) Double cleanse, then swipe a gentle exfoliating toner.
2) Layer essence, watery serum, and gel moisturizer.
3) Seal with dewy SPF, tacky primer, and micro-mist.
Monochrome Draped Blush
Skin is plush and glossy, so I build a monochrome draped blush that reads modern, not muddy.
I tap a cream tint across cheeks, up toward temples, then kiss lids and lips with the same shade for harmony.
Keep edges airy—use a damp sponge to diffuse.
Choose peach, rose, or mauve to suit undertone.
Lock glow with a mist, not powder.
Latte Makeup With Caramel Highlights
Sip on the latte makeup trend with caramel highlights that melt into skin like warm foam. I blend tawny bronzer softly along temples and cheeks, then tap glossy caramel on high points for a sunlit sheen.
Think creamy, not glittery; seamless, not streaky.
- Prep with hydrating primer; choose warm-neutral tones.
- Layer cream, then set with sheer powder.
- Finish with nude liner and cinnamon gloss.
Bold Red Lip With Clean Cat Eye
Strike with confidence: I pair a crisp, inky cat eye with a power-red lip for instant ABG glam that reads polished, not fussy. I tightline, flick upward, then keep lids matte so the liner stays graphic.
I blur lip edges slightly for softness, then clean with concealer. Balance matters—light blush, feathery brows, subtle highlight. Blot, reapply, and set. You’ll look timeless, strong, and photo-ready.
Bronzed Goddess With Halo Eyeshadow
Glow from the inside out: I build a sun-kissed base, then spotlight the eyes with a warm halo that makes brown, hazel, and green irises pop.
I buff bronze on cheeks, temples, and nose bridge, then press shimmer at the center lid for that radiant ring. Finish with glossy lips and soft liner.
1) Layer cream, then powder bronzer.
2) Deepen outer/inner corners.
3) Pop metallic center.
Soft-Glam Neutrals and Feathered Brows
Let’s switch gears into soft-glam with plush matte neutrals that make skin look cashmere-smooth without feeling heavy.
I’ll show you how to build that seamless wash on lids and lips, then balance it with a feathered brow technique that looks airy, not overdone.
Grab a clear gel or wax and a fine pencil—we’ll lift, fluff, and micro-stroke for that fresh ABG finish.
Plush Matte Neutrals
Meet plush matte neutrals—the soft-glam sweet spot where velvety skin, muted lids, and feathered brows do the talking.
I keep it diffused, photo-ready, and effortless. Try these:
1) Choose a satin-matte foundation; blur with a damp sponge.
2) Sweep taupe or biscuit shadows; tightline for quiet depth.
3) Pair a plush nude lip; dab powder at the center.
It’s polished, modern, and unbelievably wearable.
Feathered Brow Technique
Often, the secret to soft-glam neutrals is a feathered brow that looks lifted, airy, and real. I brush brows up with a clear gel or soap, then pinch the tails outward to soften.
I spot-fill gaps using a fine pencil, sketching hairlike strokes. I keep the front fluffy, arches subtle, and ends diffused. Finish with a touch of highlighter beneath the brow for lift.
Wet-Look Lids With High-Shine Lip Oil
With a swipe of gloss and a wink of sheen, I’m dialing up that glassy, ABG-approved eye that looks straight off a night-out reel.
I tap a neutral cream shadow, then press clear balm for the wet finish.
Pair it with juicy lip oil for plush shine and comfort.
1) Prep lids: tiny bit of primer.
2) Choose sheer tones.
3) Keep lashes soft, fluttery.
Double-Wing Liner and Inner Corner Pop
Though it looks intricate, I treat the double wing like a chic two-step: extend a crisp outer flick, then mirror a second, thinner wing just beneath it to lift and elongate the eye.
Keep both tips aligned, stopping shy of the tail of your brow. For the inner corner pop, tap a pearl or champagne highlight right at the tear duct. It brightens instantly and balances the drama.
Vampy Plum Lips With Smudged Liner
Swipe on a deep plum and let it do the talking—then soften everything with a lived‑in liner haze.
I blur a creamy pencil along the lash line, smudge with a fingertip, and keep skin fresh so the lip owns the moment.
Try this:
- Exfoliate, dab balm, then apply plum with a brush.
- Smudge liner, add tightline depth.
- Clean edges with concealer.
Sun-Kissed Freckles With Glossy Gradient Lips
Because nothing fakes a beach day like a few artful specks and a juicy lip, I steer this look toward soft, sun-kissed freckles paired with a blurred, glossy gradient mouth.
I tap a warm brow pencil across the bridge and cheeks, then diffuse. For lips, I stain the center with a rosy tint, feather edges, and glaze with clear gloss. Keep skin dewy, lashes lifted, brows brushed.
If you’re craving that bold, nightlife-ready energy, these ABG-inspired looks have your back. I love how a sharp wing, smoky bronze, or glossy lid instantly elevates your vibe—then a dewy base, snatched contour, and plush lips tie everything together.
Play with textures, stack lashes, and don’t skip that inner-corner pop. Mix and match to suit your mood: soft ombré one night, glitter cut crease the next. Most importantly, own it—confidence is always the standout finish.
