A PARTY is the perfect opportunity to try out a more daring make-up look than you might normally, and the autumn/winter 2012-13 catwalks were rife with beauty inspiration for the season’s soirees.

If you’re wearing black, then why not add a pop of colour with Anna Sui‘s quirky blue liner, Stella McCartney‘s cobalt mascara or Thakoon‘s striking red lips? Or perhaps you’re going for a more smouldering look – Gucci‘s vermilion lips or Jason Wu‘s feline emerald eyes should do the trick.

So, whatever you choose to wear, get your party beauty inspiration from the most eye-catching of catwalk looks.

Jason Wu

A swoop of sparkling emerald shadow on the lids is the perfect way to offset a simple black dress.

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Thakoon

Let bold, matte, red lips do the talking, with pared-back eye make-up and a flawless complexion.

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Anna Sui

If you fancy trying something new, winged cerulean liner with a quirky spot below each eye should do the trick.

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Gucci

This season, a deep and seductive red is just right for lips.

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Giambattista Valli

The natural look has a festive update, with ethereal shimmer around the eyes.

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Lanvin

Dramatic feline eyes add sex appeal to even the girliest of outfits.

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Stella McCartney

Have you tried autumn/winter 2012-13’s electric blue mascara? Layer it on for added impact.

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Roberto Cavalli

Multi-coloured metallic shadow really packs a punch – and a party provides the perfect opportunity to wear it.

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Jil Sander

A slick of pink on the lips makes a sweet partner for the prettiest of dresses.

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