From Bobbi Brown Retouching Loose Powder to John Freida Frizz Ease, hit the update button with these six straight-off-the-catwalk A/W hair and make-up trends
It's time for a new season, new hair and make-up — so follow our tips to freshen up your look
NEW season, new hair, and new make-up, A/W is the time to hit update on your style with these off-the-catwalk trends.
From Bobbi Brown Retouching Loose Powder to John Freida Frizz Ease, here’s how to be bang on trend for the colder months.
Crimp crazy
As seen at: Sonia Rykiel
Whether you were an ‘80s or a Noughties teen, crimped hair will always have a nostalgic feel.
And while you may have thought the trend would remain in the past, the zig-zag waves are making a comeback.
“Bring the look up to date by only crimping some of your hair,” advises GHD global ambassador Adam Reed.
“Experiment with different sections for a dual-texture effect, or to contour your face. Choose the exact areas that need height or definition and crimp underneath to give them volume.”
- ghd Contour Professional Crimper, £95 from ghd —
Hot lips
As seen at: Maison Margiela
While we love rocking neon during summer, it’s never quite felt winter-apprope… until now.
Urban Decay make-up artist Danielle Roberts says these hot hues can be carried through to the colder months by blurring brighter colours into your lips instead of going for a full-on bold pout.
“Try blending a mousse formula from the inside of your lip outward towards your lip line,” says Danielle. “Then feather the colour into the lip line with a small sponge applicator.”
- Urban Decay Lo-Fi Lip Mousse in Wavelength, £18 from Debenhams —
Make me blush
As seen at: Vivetta
After months of bronzer, blush is back. But if you’re still shying away from peachy-pink tones, take a few tips from Bobbi Brown pro artist Adeola Gboyega.
“The key is to blend your blusher sufficiently, avoiding harsh lines or edges,” she says.
“Never apply in a circular motion – instead sweep it outwards from the apple of your cheek toward your hairline for a soft-focus effect.”
- Bobbi Brown Retouching Loose Powder in Pink, £30 from John Lewis —
- Rimmel London Maxi Blush Powder Blush in Third Base, £5.99 from Superdrug —
Buns of steel
As seen at: Stella Jean
Sick of the same old ponytails and topknots? Take inspo from the A/W ’18 runways and get creative.
For an easy everyday look, VO5 hair ambassador Paul Donovan explains the new way to work a pony – and it’s all about crossing it with a bun.
“Blow-dry hair to get a sleek finish before making a regular ponytail at the middle point of your head with an elastic – but only pull your hair part way through to create a loop,” says Paul.
“Then take a small section of hair and wrap it around the elastic to conceal it, securing with a pin. Finish off with some shine mist. To shake things up, play around with partings, or even lower your ponytail to the nape of your neck for a more sophisticated look.”
- John Frieda Frizz Ease 100% Shine Glossing Mist, £5.99 from Boots—
The navy train
As seen at: Carolina Herrera
If you’re over your go-to nude eye and want something a little bolder to brighten up the drearier months, look no further than the cool cobalt that was popping up all over the place during A/W fashion weeks.
“It’s about denim-toned blue rather than the ‘90s-inspired frosty hue,” says Adeola.
“Go for a matte navy for a more modern and wearable approach.” But there are no rules – whether it’s with liner or shadow, how you wear it is up to you.
- Mac Eye Shadow in Naval, £10, Maccosmetics—
- Stila Smudge Kajal Eyeliner in Sapphire, £15 from Stila—
Animal instinct
As seen at: Jeremy Scott
Leopard spots are everywhere, but if you’re nervous about wearing the fearsome print, let your nails be your introduction. This design is intricate-looking but foolproof.
“The more abstract the shapes, the better – you can’t really mess up,” says OPI nail expert Jenni Draper.
“Apply a base coat then use a small brush or dotting tool to make splodges.”
Finish the look by adding a shiny top coat.
- Jessica Phenom Vivid Colour in Red Hots, £13.50, From Jessica-Nails —
- OPI Infinite Shine ProStay Gloss Top Coat, £14.5, from OPI —
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