There’s nothing like spending a night in, cozying up in your pajamas, and watching TV with a big bowl of popcorn. But sometimes it’s fun to get all dressed up and hit the town with a gang of your best friends. Having a good, old-fashioned girls’ night out consists of a few things. First, it doesn’t matter what you’re doing as long as you’re with your best friends. Second, you’re wearing an amazing outfit that makes you feel confident. Third, you’re rocking a killer makeup look and hair style. Finally, you have to snap a lot of pics (the night may end, but the memories last forever, after all). Need some new inspo for this very situation? With a little black eyeliner and bold lipstick, we’re here to help upgrade your girls’ night makeup and hair routine.

A glow skin with foundation

Get your glow on by swapping out your regular liquid foundation for one that has a dewy finish, . Apply it with a makeup sponge, using dabbing and rolling motions to blend the foundation onto your skin. A perfect makeup base will turn you into the center of the night.

Give your lashes a lift with mascara

Get ready to bat some seriously flirty lashes. Choose a waterproof volumizing mascara formula. Start by applying it at the base of your lashes and gently sweeping up. Eyes are like windows to the soul. If your eyes are attractive, you will also really shine.

Go for a shimmering smoky eyes

We know what you’re thinking: the smoky eye is everyone’s go-to look for a girls’ night out. But we’re not talking about the traditional dark smoky eye. We’re giving this classic look a shimmery golden makeover. Swap out the gray and black shadows for a gold eyeshadow palette instead. This is a great way to stand out if you’re wearing a little black dress (another girls’ night out favorite). 

Red lips

Many women live in fear of red lipstick, thinking that they can’t handle such a bold color. But anyone can pull off red lips — and a big date or special event is the perfect time to start. If you’ve never gone red, don’t start off with a heavily pigmented or matte lipstick: Pick something sheer. And if you do go all-out, apply carefully. Always use a lip brush and lip liner.