The Spectacular Makeup Trends of 2023: Rihanna, Doja Cat, Billy Porter, and Beyond

The Spectacular Makeup Trends of 2023: Rihanna, Doja Cat, Billy Porter, and Beyond

Experience the most daring and captivating makeup trends of 2023! From Rihanna's mesmerizing false eyelashes to Doja Cat's stunning cat prosthetics and Billy Porter's fearless bold eyeliner, these red carpet looks will leave you in awe Join Emily Ratajkowski, Lady Gaga, Stephanie Hsu, Lil Nas X, and more as they push the boundaries of beauty

Each year, we eagerly await the fashion and makeup looks of our favorite celebrities during awards season and the famous Met Gala. 2023 not only featured stunning fashion moments, but also showcased incredible makeup looks that stole the show.

The Met Gala, in particular, was a platform for some of the most memorable makeup looks. From Lil Nas X donning countless diamonds and pearls on his face and body to Doja Cat rocking cat prosthetics and playfully meowing into the microphone on the red carpet, these standout looks left a lasting impression.

Lady Gaga also had Us swooning when she sported dramatic black winged eyeliner and bold red lipstick at the Academy Awards on March 12.

The Spectacular Makeup Trends of 2023: Rihanna, Doja Cat, Billy Porter, and Beyond

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The Spectacular Makeup Trends of 2023: Rihanna, Doja Cat, Billy Porter, and Beyond

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The Wildest and Most Wonderful Makeup of 2023: Rihanna, Doja Cat, Billy Porter and More

Every year, whether it’s during awards season or the famous Met Gala, we eagerly anticipate what our favorite celebrities will wear on the red carpet. 2023 was not just filled with stunning fashion looks; it was also the year of incredible makeup moments.

Once again, the Met Gala showcased some of the most stunning makeup looks. Lil Nas X adorned his face and body with numerous diamonds and pearls, while Doja Cat turned heads with cat prosthetics on the red carpet. And let's not forget Lady Gaga, who wowed us with her dramatic black winged eyeliner and bold red lipstick at the Academy Awards on March 12.

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The Spectacular Makeup Trends of 2023: Rihanna, Doja Cat, Billy Porter, and Beyond

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Emily Ratajkowski

The model enhanced her eyes with a gentle application of brown eyeshadow, dramatic lashes, and winged eyeliner at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party on March 12. She completed the look with a touch of rosy pink on her cheeks and overlined lips.

The Spectacular Makeup Trends of 2023: Rihanna, Doja Cat, Billy Porter, and Beyond

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Lady Gaga

At the Oscars on March 12, the "Born This Way" artist chose a vibrant yet timeless makeup style. She went for striking red lipstick and strikingly thick black winged eyeliner.

The Spectacular Makeup Trends of 2023: Rihanna, Doja Cat, Billy Porter, and Beyond

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Doja Cat

Singer of "Kiss Me More" took center stage at the Met Gala on May 1 with her cat-themed makeup, including bold black winged eyeliner, long false eyelashes, and prosthetic cat nose and mouth.

The Spectacular Makeup Trends of 2023: Rihanna, Doja Cat, Billy Porter, and Beyond

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Rihanna

The singer sported an incredibly distinctive makeup style at the Met Gala, featuring false eyelashes affixed to a set of white cat-eye sunglasses. She completed the look with a bold swipe of red lipstick.

The Spectacular Makeup Trends of 2023: Rihanna, Doja Cat, Billy Porter, and Beyond

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Stephanie Hsu

The actress from Everything Everywhere All At Once showcased a stunning double winged eyeliner style at the Met Gala. Her look included a combination of black and silver eyeliner, paired with striking dark lipstick.

The Spectacular Makeup Trends of 2023: Rihanna, Doja Cat, Billy Porter, and Beyond

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Lil Nas X

The Met Gala saw the "Old Town Road" singer rocking an exceptionally daring makeup look. Completely spray painted in silver, he adorned his face and body with diamonds and pearls, creating an elaborate and time-consuming ensemble that took nine hours to finish.

The Spectacular Makeup Trends of 2023: Rihanna, Doja Cat, Billy Porter, and Beyond

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Billy Porter

The celebrity and vocalist appeared at the Vulture Film Festival on November 12 with striking bold black eyeliner. The ensemble included shimmering silver eyeshadow on his eyelids, inner eye corners, and extended outwards in a winged shape.