After working from home for almost a year, it’s now time to start going to the office and get back to our old routine. While some can’t wait to step out of the house, others wish WFH became a permanent thing. No matter which category you fall into, we know one thing for sure, standing in front of the mirror every day trying to ace another office makeup look is something you are not ready to do. And definitely not in this scorching summer heat.
We get it! That’s why we have found some easy-breezy makeup looks that you can pair with different kinds of work outfits. These require minimal efforts and can be done in five minutes or less… check ‘em out.
White buttoned-down shirt

Image courtesy: @khushi05k
A white shirt paired with a skirt or pant will always remain classic and perfect workwear for hot summer months. Keep it simple by applying two coats of mascara and sweep on creamy pink or mauve lipstick. Pick the same lipstick shade and dab it on your cheeks using the tip of your ring finger to get a natural-looking flush of colour.
BB picks: Lakmé Eyeconic Curling Mascara + Lakmé 9to5 Weightless Mousse Lip And Cheek Color - Rose Touch
Formal dress

Image courtesy: @ananyapanday
If you love wearing statement dresses to work, keep it simple and classy like Ananya Panday. Apply a CC cream to get an even-toned, natural-looking base and swipe on a lip gloss to enhance the natural colour of your base. This easy two-minute makeup look will surely exude major girl boss vibes.
BB picks: Lakmé 9 To 5 CC Complexion Care Cream + Lakmé Absolute Spotlight Lip Gloss - Rouge Taffy
Cotton kurta

Image courtesy: @realhinakhan
Most Indian women stock up on cotton kurtas during summer; after all, they are comfortable to wear and look stylish too. You can keep it simple by sweeping on nude lipstick, lining your eyes with black eyeliner and applying 2-3 coats of mascara. But if you have an extra minute, just dab some bright eyeshadow on your eyelids to create a fun and summery look like Hina Khan.
BB picks: Lakmé Absolute Infinity Eye Shadow Palette - Pink Paradise + Lakmé Absolute Matte Melt Liquid Lip Color - Mild Mauve
Bow blouse and skirt

Image courtesy: @rakulpreet
Those who can’t stay away from their favourite bow blouses even during the hot summer months, we get it. This work attire looks powerful and is appropriate for every formal setting. A light pink shade will pair perfectly with this classy work outfit. All you got to do is pick a soft pink creamy lipstick and apply it to your lips. Then use the same shade as eyeshadow by dabbing some on your lids. Easy-peasy!
BB picks: Lakmé Cushion Matte - Pink Rose
Pantsuit

Image courtesy: @kanganaranaut
Nothing exhibits power like a stunning pantsuit. But you need to pair it with an equally gorgeous makeup look. Take cues from Kangana Ranaut and apply a bold lipstick shade like berry or maroon with a simple winged eyeliner look and take your work attire several notches higher this summer.
BB picks: Lakmé Absolute Matte Ultimate Lip Color With Argan Oil + Lakme Eyeconic Liquid Eyeliner
Written by Sanya Hamdani on Mar 30, 2021
Sanya Hamdani is a skincare enthusiast and lipstick hoarder, she truly believes no two red lipsticks look exactly alike. With a Master's degree in Communication & Journalism and 5+ years of digital writing experience up her sleeve, Sanya has some of the biggest beauty experts in the country on her speed dial. When she's not swatching products or writing about the latest trends in beauty, you will find her watching F.R.I.E.N.D.S. or cooking up a storm in the kitchen.