Our Favorite Holiday Looks for 2013

The Holidays are Coming! That means there will be a bunch of parties, get-togethers and travels on your calendar. You want to look your best, right? Of course you do. Show everyone you’re on top of the trends this year by choosing from these mix-and-match looks to bring out whispers of awe from your family, friends and coworkers. These looks will have them talking about you – in a good way! – all year long.

Mega Volume + Bold Metallic Eye

Big hair + metallic eye by shereentravels featuring a mineral eye shadow

Mega volume is all over the red carpet right now and it's so versatile, too. Pompadours,  rock waves, bouffants and more are not just big on your head. Pair with a really bold metallic eye for an extreme and modern look.

Big Curls + Smoky Metallic Eye

curls + metallic smoky eye by shereentravels on Polyvore

Big or vintage curls aren't going anywhere soon and are a perfect addition to any holiday look. They're easy to achieve and flatter every face shape. Make the look more now – and volume-y – with a deep side part. Pair it with a new spin on an old favorite, the metallic smoky eye. All party dresses need a little bling. Skip the big sparkly jewelry and wear it on your lids. 

Fishtail Side Braid + Colored Eyeliner

fishtail braid + colored liner by shereentravels on Polyvore

Oh braids! We love you so much. You can wear a different one every day and never look the same. The fishtail is a great option for a formal and casual occasions. It looks so structured, yet so effortless. If you're wearing a dress that has a lot going on, then a simple style like this is perfect. Keep is simple with a natural face and then add the pow with colored eye liner on just the top or bottom lash line or both as you would with your normal black liner.

Straight Hair (Blow Out) + Ruby Red or Oxblood Lip

blow out + oxblood lip by shereentravels featuring long hair accessories

Sleek, straight locks a la blow-out style are always in style. This easy 'do deserves a bold focal point. We love a ruby red or oxblood lip, which is perfect for the holidays and calls attention to your gorgeous pout.

Faux Bob + Cat Eye

faux bob + cat eye by shereentravels featuring beauty products

The bob is one of the most transitional styles that you can have. If you aren't into chopping off your hair to obtain it, you can change it up with a faux bob. Long-locked celebrities are turning to the faux version on the bob, so they can have a variety of styles to choose from without constantly being the salon cutting or adding hair. This doesn't need much more to pull off, so pair it with a classic cat eye and minimal makeup to really let people see your natural beauty and focus on your amazing hair. We like this video that shows you how to get an easy cat eye using a spoon. Yup, a spoon! It's pretty foolproof, too.

What looks will you be wearing this holiday season? And which of the above 10 is/are your favorite?