Dia De Los Muertos: Honoring the Dead with Ornate Makeup
Dia De Los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is a Mexican cultural celebration that honors friends and family who have died.
The celebration is traditionally observed on November 1-2, although it is often associated with Halloween due to its proximity.
Día de los Muertos is a day to honor your ancestors and your deceased loved ones and to welcome them back with altars of their favorite things, pictures, candles, and marigolds.
As MUA artist Judith Batista notes, the celebration involves displaying the deceased's favorite foods and sharing stories of memories tied to them.
- Ornate makeup looks are a key part of the celebration
- Altars are created with favorite items, pictures, and candles
- Marigolds are a significant symbol in the celebration
Author's summary: Dia De Los Muertos honors the dead with makeup and altars.
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