Mila Kunis is used to turning heads during red carpet appearances, but at the 2012 Golden Globe awards ceremony, the actress went for a surprisingly low-key look that still managed to make her stand out among the crowd. Held at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills, California, on January 15, the Golden Globes are bestowed by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association for achievement in both film and television. While Kunis was not nominated for an award this year, her performance in the film Black Swan earned her a Best Supporting Actress nomination in 2010 and has made her a red carpet favorite for paparazzi and fans alike.
Recently signed to represent Christian Dior's handbag line, Mila Kunis chose an elegant, one-strap, black gown by the designer for the Golden Globe Awards, as seen on Daily Mail. Keeping with the dress's simple look, she kept jewelery to a minimum, wearing only a pair of dangling silver earrings and a large, sparkling cocktail ring. But it was Kunis's makeup that truly set her apart. Instead of the usual red carpet makeup staples like a dramatic smoky eye or bold red lip, the actress went with a light eye and a nude lip for a look that was surprisingly fresh and sexy. With a pale lavender shade across her lid, Kunis played up her eyes by using a dark color to create a thick line at her lashes. A generous coat of black mascara gave her eyes an even flirtier look, while a rosy blush on the apples of her cheeks and a warm bronzer beneath her cheekbones added color and definition to her face. On her lips, the actress wore a light pink nude shade with a glossy finish to keep the look fresh and natural.
If you want to recreate Mila Kunis's Golden Globe look for your next evening out, keep things simple. Start with a pastel shade on your lid--lilac, mint green, pale pink, and buttercup yellow are all pretty options depending on your skin tone. Add a shimmery white or cream shadow to your inner corner to make your eyes look brighter. When it comes to eyeliner, choose a rich, dark shade like black or navy and wing it out near the end to give you a sexy cat-eye look. Apply plenty of mascara, and go with a rosy or berry-toned blush for your cheeks. If you need definition, you can add some bronzer beneath your cheekbones for a sculpted look.
On your lips, choose a neutral pink or nude shade for a fresh, sexy look. You can use a lip gloss, but for the most natural look, choose a sheer lipstick with a slightly glossy finish. Revlon Color Burst Lip Butter in Creme Brulee, $7.49, at Ulta.com, and L'Oreal Colour Riche Lip Balm in Nourishing Nude, $7.99, at Ulta.com, are perfect options if you want to channel Mila Kunis's stunning Golden Globes red carpet look.