For a fashion-savvy football fan, finding the perfect game-day outfit can be just as hard as managing that fantasy lineup. Of course, jerseys are a given – but think outside the box with a few creative finishing touches and stand out from the crowd. Literally.

Accessories
Stay hands-free at the tailgate with a crossbody bag in your favorite team’s colors. Yep, you can balance a hot dog in one hand and a beverage in the other. Another much-needed essential? Monogrammed koozies make sure none of your fellow game-goers steal your drink. Finally, be a die-hard fan and get crafty with a personalized cooler – just break out the paint and stencils.

Makeup
Painting your entire face takes some serious time and cleanser. Instead, make a statement with metallic eye shadow. Add cat-eye wings and delicately draw in a star (or other team symbol) with sharp liquid eyeliner. Next, work on your manicure game. Select an accent nail, then snag a toothpick and paint on a player’s number.

Hair
You don’t want hair in your face while cheering or indulging in seven-layer dip. So try a celeb-inspired updo like this one. Or take it up a notch with temporary hair chalk. Dampen your hair lightly and then twist your hair as you chalk. Try a multicolored braid, or part your hair in the middle and separate small strands as accents.

By Mairead McGonagle, Staff Writer

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