How to Nail Spring's Latest 'Party Girl' Makeup Trend

If the clean girl aesthetic is all about looking effortlessly put together, the party girl look is its wild, rebellious counterpart. Smudged eyeliner, glittery lids, and a perfectly undone vibe that somehow looks better as the night goes on. Think post-concert glam, late-night diner stops, and makeup that tells a story.

Inspired by Charli XCX, Gabbriette, Kesha, Bangerz-era Miley, and Euphoria's iconic Maddy Perez, this look is all about drama, confidence, and not caring if your mascara smudges a little. With the right Laura Mercier products, you can get that effortlessly cool, lived-in glam without actually sleeping in your makeup.

The Party Girl Makeup Essentials

Lightweight, Luminous Skin

The key to this look is letting your skin breathe. Heavy foundation? Nope. Fresh, glowy skin? Absolutely. You want just enough coverage to even things out, but nothing that feels cakey.

Laura Mercier’s Real Flawless Weightless Perfecting Foundation gives that natural, second-skin glow while staying put through long nights out. Pair it with the Pure Canvas Primer Hydrating before applying makeup to keep your skin looking fresh and plump.

Smudged, Sultry Eyes

Party girl makeup thrives on that slept-in smoky eye—perfectly imperfect. Smudge some liner, pack on some shimmer, and don’t stress about being precise.

For this look, consider trying a metallic cool toned shade like Moonlight or Smoky Quartz in Caviar Stick Eye Shadow, since metallics are making a comback and it's what all the cool party girls use anyway. Just swipe it onto your eyelid and blend it out with your fingers for effortless shimmer.

Layer a darker shade like Nuit or Cocoa onto your crease and blend it out for a smoky edgy girl effect, and skip the sharp winged liner. Instead, tightline the upperlid with Caviar Tightline Eyeliner and run it along your waterline. Then smudge it out with your fingers for that effortless, rockstar vibe. 

Thick, Clumpy Lashes

Lashes should be bold, borderline clumpy, and unapologetically dramatic. Think indie sleaze Tumblr-era beauty—effortless but high impact.

Load up on the Caviar Extravagant Mascara for instant volume. Don’t be afraid to go in with extra layers—this look is all about that “too much but in a good way” energy.

Flushed, Just-Danced-for-Hours Cheeks

A fresh, flushed complexion keeps this look from feeling too grunge. You want that natural, just-got-back-from-the-club warmth.

Tinted Moisturizer Blush melts into the skin for a dewy, natural flush. Tap it on with your fingers for the most effortless blend. For this aesthetic, we love the shades Mistral and Provence for a natural looking color on the cheeks instead of a rosy finish.

Glossy, Lived-In Lips

Matte lips feel too polished for this vibe. You want something edgy, glossy, and a little undone.

This step doesn't have to be perfect, however, line the lips using Caviar Perfecting Lip Liner in a darker, nudish shade like Rosewood and slightly smudge around the corners for a lived-in effect. Then, swipe on Lip Glacé in a shade of your choice for the perfect balance of shimmer and hydration, and kissable party girl lips.

Final Touches & Tips

• A Little Glitter Goes a Long Way! Tap some Face Illuminator Highlighting Powder onto your cheekbones and brow bones for that extra glow under club lights.

• Messy is the Goal! Don’t worry about precision—this look is better when it’s slightly imperfect. Embrace the smudges and let the shimmer spread.
• Metallics Make It Pop: Want to switch things up? Try Caviar Stick Eye Color in Celestial Noir or Amethyst for a pop of color that still feels cool and effortless.