How To: Create a glamorous pin up makeup look a la Marilyn Monroe

In the Age of the Smokey Eye, women who get glammed up with red lips and cat eyes are endangered species. Fifty years ago you would have seen nothing but, yet today the predominance of Kim Kardashian smokey eyes and nude lips has made anyone wearing red lips a wonder.

Which is not necessarily a bad thing. Stand out and make a statement with your makeup by donning the pin up inspired look in this tutorial. Cherry red lips, a classic cat eye with neutral shadow, and plush, flushed cheeks make this look so retro and beautiful.