The 2025 ESPYs red carpet came and went—but it left some incredible looks. Your favorite MVP’s like Simone Biles, Brooks Nader, Lindsey Vonn, and Ilona Maher strutted gorgeous gowns with stunning makeup looks to match. Maher, an American rugby player, not only won the ESPY for Best Breakthrough Athlete, but also won over the red carpet. Lucky for us and our upcoming events, the Dancing With the Stars runner-up just dropped the full glam breakdown.
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Maher’s makeup artist, Kendal Fedail, relied heavily on Maybelline products, boasting a sultry red lip and wisping lashes. Fedail opted for Maybelline’s black Lash Sensational Sky High Washable Mascara, which is currently 36% off on Amazon right now. The $8 lip product promises to lengthen and add volume. It’s also infused with bamboo extract that allows for lightweight lashes without smudge, but makes them look longer and fuller. The mascara has attracted over 7,300 five star-ratings from customers, with reviewers describing the item as their “go-to mascara,” their “holy grail,” and “wonderful for any age.”
As for the red lip combo, Fedail chose Maybelline’s Lifter Liner Lip Liner (presumably in the shade main character, which is 20% off on Amazon) and followed up with the Super Stay Matte Ink Liquid Lipstick in color pioneer (51% off on Amazon). Maher sported the matte makeup look with gold hoop earrings, an Olympics-inspired necklace, and a revealing black dress with strappy black heels. She paired the bold lip with a slicked back ponytail featuring effortless waves.
Alongside Maher’s win on the ESPY’s stage were some pretty recognizable faces. Simone Biles took home the award for Best Female Athlete, while Suni Lee won the trophy for Best Comeback Athlete.
Maher first rose to fame for her TikTok videos that she posted during the Tokyo Olympics and Paris Olympics, featuring both humorous and body-positive content. Her viral videos have since led her to many red carpets, including the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit runway.
