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Disclaimer: This article contains spoilers for all 6 seasons of Gossip Girl
Hey Upper Eastsiders, Gossip Girl here. And I have the biggest news ever
It's time to pull out your headbands because Gossip Girl is returning for a 10 episode on HBO's new streaming service in 2020. I am a huge fan of Gossip Girl so when I heard the news I knew I had to create a Miss Makeup post about it (or should I say 3?). The next 4 Miss Makeup posts are dedicated to Manhattan's elite our Queen B Blair Waldorf, Serena Van Der Woodsen, Little J (Jenny Humphrey) and Vanessa Abrams. Each product will feature 5 of the characters most iconic makeup looks, steps on how to recreate the look and recommended products (some which the shows makeup artist actually used on the actresses when filming the show!)
Serena Van Der Woodsen's style was quite different to Blair's and the other girls on the Upper east Side, While they were classy and preppy she has more of a boho chic look. Serena's makeup is usually very natural with a statement lip or bold eyeshadow look.
All images courtesy of Netflix/The CW unless stated otherwise
Look 1: Serena's First Appearance (Season 1, Episode 1)
We first see Serena as she gets off a train at Grand Central Station. She's on her way to reconnect with the friends she left behind after running off to boarding school.
Complexion:
- Use a tinted moisturizer or glowy foundation to achieve the base of Serena's makeup
- Use a shimmery bronzer on the forehead and cheeks
- A rosy red or pink blush tapped onto the cheeks will create a minimalistic look
Eyes:
- Lightly coat your lashes with mascara
- Natural brown eyeshadows with some shimmers
Lips:
- A glassy pink gloss with a nude undertone
Look 2: Her Mother's 3rd Wedding To Bart Bass (Season 1, Episode 18)
The makeup look at Serena wore at her mum and Bart Bass' wedding was one of her most glamorous looks of the series. Since Serena usually has very natural makeup, this look really stood out to me.
Complexion:
- A clear base using a full coverage foundation
- Light brown bronzer all over the face
Eyes:
1. Dust a charcoal black shade across the entire lid
2. Brighten the crease and brow bone using a light shimmery beige
3. Coat your lashes with an intense black mascara
4. Optional: apply false lashes for an extra touch of glamour
Lips:
- Apply a matte hot pink lip gloss
Look 3: When She Wore "Jenny's" Design At Fashion Week (Season 2, Episode 5)
In this episode Serena went from sitting front row of Eleanor Waldorf 's fashion show with Poppy Lifton to modelling one of the designs.
Complexion:
- A heavy blush going up from the apples of the cheeks are the key to executing S's complexion
- A medium to full coverage foundation is also recommended
Eyes:
- Shimmery pink eyeshadow shades specifically in the crease and the lower lash line
- Draw a thick line on the upper and lower lash lines using black eyeliner
- Use mascara to coat your lashes and spread out your lower lashes
Lips:
- S's lip look is very similar to her natural colour as she uses a pink nude lipstick
Look 4: Being A Maid Of Honour For Blair's Marriage To Prince Louis Season 5, Episode 13)
Gossip Girl's 100th episode has to be one of the most dramatic of the whole show. The drama began at Blair and Prince Louis wedding where Serena was the made of honour. Her bronzy eyes and lightly flushed cheeks added to the girliness of the blush pink dress.
Complexion:
- Wear a pink blush with a red undertone on the apples of your cheeks
Eyes:
1. Pat a shimmery eyeshadow across the entire eyelid and up to the brow bone
2. Apply a pink shade similar to the lip gloss into the crease to add colour
3. Line the lower and upper lash line with a brown eyeliner
Lips:
- Apply a pink lipstick with a mauve nude lip gloss over the top
Look 5: Serena and Dan's Wedding (Season 6, Episode 10)
