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Throw on your fur coat; it’s time to embrace the mob wife aesthetic. Creators across all social media platforms have been absolutely buzzing with this vibe. Think of your favorite mobster movies and shows, like the Sopranos or Goodfellas. If you look at these iconic films, mob wife makeup typically features a matte, mauve lip, complemented by dark eyeliner and heavy mascara. Much like the wives from the big screen, the mob wife makeup exudes a whole lot of attitude, making it the perfect choice to pair with a drama-inducing ensemble. Ahead, we’re revealing how to master this statement look.
Start by priming your eyelids with a touch of concealer. Create a subtle frosted effect by sweeping a shimmery, champagne eyeshadow across your lids. Define the crease with a light brown shade. Achieve a chic look with a slight cat eye using black liquid eyeliner. Enhance your lashes by applying a few coats of mascara or opting for a pair of falsies – the aim is to achieve long, wispy lashes. Next, use a waterproof eyeliner pencil to tight line the upper waterline and lower lash line. As a pro tip, apply a touch of black eyeshadow to the lower waterline to prevent eyeliner bleeding throughout the day.
During the mob wife era, face makeup was usually pretty matte. Use a high-coverage foundation of your choice and a concealer to lighten up the under-eye area. Next, a cream bronzer will give you that sharp, snatched facial structure. You can use an angled face brush to blend this out seamlessly. Lock everything in with a matte setting powder, followed by a powdered bronzer to define the cheekbones even further. Seal the deal with a mauve lipstick – Pillow Talk by Charlotte Tilbury is perfect for the mob wife makeup!
Finally, complete the aesthetic with your faux fur jacket and chunky gold jewelry – and you’re all set!
