Slideshow: Fantasy Makeup
Fantasy makeup can take your makeup routine from the commonplace to the dramatic and outrageous. If you're ready to stir things up take a stroll through this fun and inspirational slideshow. You can go all out or just incorporate a few techniques into your evening makeup routine.
An exotic look should focus on the eyes. Create drama with a dark smoldering eye framed in your favorite shimmering colors.

The Elizabethan era ushered in a makeup palette created by the queen herself. The look incorporated a pale white face with a bright red lip.

Purrrrr-fectly sexy cat eyes are easy to achieve and can complement many different makeup styles. The key is to extend your eyeshadow and liner past the natural lash line.

Bright colors and eyes heavily outlined in black, both on the upper and lower lids, are characteristic of ancient Egyptian eye makeup.

You needn't cover your face in black to achieve the signature gothic look. You can create a softer dramatic look by choosing deep hues of your favorite colors.

Combining a variety of fantasy looks can produce a signature style all your own.

Don't get stuck in the same boring black eyeliner routine. If you aren't willing to give up the black eyeliner, get a little creative with the application.

The traditional painted white face of the geisha is not a practical addition to a daily makeup routine but can be easily modified for an appealing look.

Shimmery golds and pinks complement this bronze statuette. To add a little diversity to your makeup routine try adding glitters, dramatic eyelashes, and unusual color combinations.

A fairy makeup look should be light and magical. Keep color palettes breezy and fresh and be sure to add touches of whimsy like feather eyelashes.





