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✨ 2025 Holiday Eye Shadow Trends: Looks That Glow All Season. Cir Kent A Salon | Holiday Beauty Forecast

  • Writer: cirkentasalon
    cirkentasalon
  • Nov 3
  • 3 min read

The holiday season is always our favorite time to play with glam — and 2025 is giving us luxury, dimension, and artistry. Whether you're celebrating with sparkling soirées or cozy winter gatherings, this year’s eyeshadow trends bring a perfect blend of modern shimmer, rich tones, and ethereal finishes.

At Cir Kent A Salon, our Editorial makeup artist Ric Kent stays ahead of seasonal trends, and this year’s palettes are all about maximum glow with minimal effort. From velvet metallics to cool silvery hues, here’s everything you need to know about Holiday Eye Looks 2025.


🌟 Top 2025 Holiday Eye Shadow Colors


1. Glass Silver & Platinum Frost

Think soft, wet-look shimmer paired with winter whites and icy complexion glam.This shade trend enhances every eye color and brings a sleek, futuristic elegance perfect for holiday nights.


The holiday season is always our favorite time to play with glam — and 2025 is giving us luxury, dimension, and artistry. Whether you're celebrating with sparkling soirées or cozy winter gatherings, this year’s eyeshadow trends bring a perfect blend of modern shimmer, rich tones, and ethereal finishes.

At Cir Kent A Salon, our Editorial make up artist, Ric Kent stays ahead of seasonal trends, and this year’s palettes are all about maximum glow with minimal effort. From velvet metallics to cool silvery hues, here’s everything you need to know about Holiday Eye Looks 2025.


🌟 Top 2025 Holiday Eye Shadow Colors

1. Glass Silver & Platinum Frost

Think soft, wet-look shimmer paired with winter whites and icy complexion glam.This shade trend enhances every eye color and brings a sleek, futuristic elegance perfect for holiday nights.

Try it with:

  • Glossy inner-corner highlight

  • Metallic eyeliner

  • Sheer silver veil all over the lid

Tip: Our artists use soft-focus shimmer so your eyes glow — not glitter.


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2. Velvet Emerald & Luxe Pine Green

Green goes couture for 2025. Deep jewel tones add drama while remaining sophisticated.

Pair with:

  • Matte taupe crease shading

  • Gold inner corner

  • Soft winged liner for lift

Perfect for black tie events, New Year’s parties, and holiday galas.


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3. Molten Gold & Honey Champagne

Warm metallics are a holiday classic — but this year they feel softer, melted, and editorial.

Wear it with:

  • Dewy skin + candlelit highlighter

  • Warm brown smoked lash line

  • Glossy lip stain or berry gloss

Ideal for glowing winter skin and cozy luxe gatherings.

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4. Mulberry, Cranberry Wine & Gem-Berry Tones

Rich berry tones are major for 2025. They’re sultry, romantic, and wearable when blended softly.

Pro Artist Technique:Smudge mulberry into the outer corner and blend with dusty rose for a blurred, romantic finish.



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5. Cocoa Smoke & Chocolate Glaze

Brown smoky eyes are replacing harsh black. Warm, earthy depth brings softness instead of severity.

Try:

  • Deep espresso outer corner

  • Golden brown shimmer lid

  • Nude gloss lip

  • Bronzed under-eye for subtle smoke

Instant modern glam.


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💫 Texture & Finish Trends for Holiday 2025

This year isn't just about color — it's about finish and dimension.

Finish

Trend Description

Soft Metallics

Luxurious, creamy shimmer without chunky glitter

Glass Glow

High-shine lid balms & luminous toppers

Velvet Mattes

Blended elegance paired with glossy accents

Pearlized Pastels

Cool silvery lilac & pearl rose washes

❄️ Think: snow-kissed eyelids, soft-focus glamour, glossy after-midnight sparkle.


👁️ Pro Tips from Cir Kent A Salon Artists

✅ Prep lids with smoothing base for crease-free shimmer

✅ Layer cream + powder for dimensional sparkle

✅ Finish with a lifted outer corner — the 2025 eye silhouette

✅ Add gloss to the center of the lid for a wet-chrome effect


🎁 Holiday Glam Makeup Appointments

Makeup is no longer an afterthought — it's a statement accessory. Ric specializes in:

  • Holiday glam applications

  • Fashion-forward editorial shimmer looks

  • Soft winter bridal glam

  • Luxe lash matching + enhancement

  • Eye-focused glam for holiday photos


Book your Holiday Glow Appointment at Cir Kent A Salon

Let us create your custom 2025 holiday eye look — from subtle shimmer elegance to dramatic midnight glam.

📍 Cir Kent A SalonWhere artistry meets luxury.Because your holiday glam should feel as festive as your season.


📲 Ready to Glow?

Call or text 505-890-0206 to reserve your holiday makeup session — appointments fill fast!


 
 
 

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