One of the most beloved Christmas films of all time, The Holiday, is celebrated not just for its heartwarming plot but also for its iconic beauty looks. Now, a top celebrity make-up artist has revealed the surprisingly simple secret to recreating Cameron Diaz's character's signature style.
The Iconic Amanda Woods Look
In the festive classic, Cameron Diaz plays Amanda Woods, a glamorous Hollywood executive who swaps Los Angeles for a Surrey cottage. Her character's aesthetic, defined by cosy cashmere and a glossy blonde bob, is perfectly complemented by a pretty, minimal make-up look that epitomises early 2000s glamour. With its lightly bronzed skin, subtle shimmer on the eyes, and natural lips, the style remains a timeless choice for the festive season.
Lisa Eldridge's Simple Tutorial
Celebrity make-up artist Lisa Eldridge, who worked with Cameron Diaz around the time the film was made, has released a special tutorial. In it, she demonstrates how to achieve Amanda's glamorous yet effortless look, emphasising that it's easier than many might think. The key, according to Eldridge, is a single, multi-tasking eye product.
After creating a flawless, bronzed base to mimic a Californian glow, Eldridge applies her own brand's Liquid Lurex Eyeshadow in the shade Cressida all over the eyelid. This £21 pearlescent product is described as sheer, lightweight, and easy to blend, making it an ideal 'one-and-done' item for elevating any make-up look. Notably, Eldridge recently used a similar shade from the same line, Anais, to create a beautiful look on Keira Knightley.
Affordable Alternatives for the Festive Glow
For those seeking a more budget-friendly option, the tutorial suggests several alternatives. A comparable effect can be achieved with Glossier Lidstar in Moon for £20, or the even more affordable e.l.f. Liquid Metallic Eyeshadow, priced at just £7, which also offers a shade called Moon.
To complete the Holiday-inspired look, Lisa Eldridge recommends working a little brown eyeliner into the upper lash line and adding a coat of mascara. Cameron Diaz's natural, peachy lips are replicated using Lisa Eldridge Beauty's Baume Embrace Melting Lip Colour in Meet Cute, costing £26—a shade name that charmingly references a famous line from the film.
This expert breakdown proves that achieving a cinematic beauty look doesn't require a complex routine or a vast array of products. With one strategically chosen shimmering eyeshadow and a few complementary items, you can channel Amanda Woods's iconic Y2K charm this Christmas and beyond.
