Autumn/ Winter 2012 Backstage Beauty
Join us backstage at autumn/winter 2012's hottest shows as we round up some of the most gorgeous beauty looks of next season. From vintage quiffs and simple plaits to kohl-lined eyes and statement lashes, stay ahead of the curve and get set for next season's trends.
Alex Barron HoughShow: Chris Benz
Hair by Nick Irwin & the TIGI Creative team
Inspiration ‘Judy Garland and her fading glory’
The Look ‘An acrylic wig transformed into a deconstructed beehive silhouette’.
Show: 3.1 Phillip Lim
Lead Artist Francelle Daly, NARS Brand Ambassador
Trend Romantic and edgy
Used to create this look: Concealer £ 17.50; Pure Radiance Tinted Moisturiser £27; Mascara £18.50; Lip Liner £15.50; Lip Gloss £17.50: all available at narscometics.co.uk
Show: 3.1 Phillip Lim
The Look "This girl is part cartoon, but emotional, edgy, ethereal, and on the brink of tears” says Francelle Daly, NARS Brand Ambassador. “Think, 'comic book super hero meets emotional Roy Lichtenstein character.'” Francelle Daly, NARS Brand Ambassador
Show: BCBG Max Azria
The Look Soft, feminine beauty with a strong liquid line on the upper lid.
Show: BCBG Max Azria
Make-up by Charlotte Willer for Maybelline
Jon Gurinsky for AvedaShow: Betsey Johnson
Hair by Jon Reyman for Aveda
The Look “Betsey’s collection is a celebration of the 1960’s, when she began her career in fashion. The hair styling echoes the era’s silhouette in a straightforward and youthful way; it’s reminiscent of Twiggy.” Jon Reyman
Jon Gurinsky for AvedaShow: Christian Siriano
Hair by Aveda Global Creative Director Antoinette Beenders
The Look “The silhouette of the style is inspired by the mystique of bats, as is Christian’s collection. Hair is tight to the head to represent the body of the bat, and wide in the back to mirror the wing span.” Antoinette Beenders
Show: DKNY
Make-up by Maybelline
The Look Fresh-faced and understated
Alex Barron HoughShow: ERIN by Erin Featherston
Hair by Nick Irwin & the TIGI Creative Team
Inspiration ‘Nature colliding with electricity’
The Look ‘Three ethereal styles: irregular wave, dreamy low pony tail and a soft top knot’
Show: Derek Lam
Make-up by Tom Pecheux, as courtesy of Estée Lauder
Nails by Jin Soon Choi for Estée Lauder
The Look “The French have a saying for this look, ‘Un peu décalé,’ inspired by a woman who has a unique way about her. Unexpected. Intriguing. Different from all the rest. She is youthful and innocent, yet far from immature.” Tom Pecheux
ESTEE Makeup by Tom Pecheux as courtesy of Estee LauderShow: Derek Lam
Model of the moment Joan Smalls
Make-up by Tom Pecheux, as courtesy of Estée Lauder
ESTEE Makeup by Tom Pecheux as courtesy of Estee LauderShow: Derek Lam
Model of the moment Liu Wen
Make-up by Tom Pecheux, as courtesy of Estée Lauder
courtesy of L'Oreal ProfessionnelShow: Jenny Packham
Hair by Leonardo Manetti for L’Oréal Professionnel
Products used Tecni art full volume extra; Infinium 2 hairspray; Infinium 3 hairspray; Tecni art crystal gloss
courtesy of L'Oreal ProfessionnelShow: Jenny Packham
Get The Look Section hair from the top of the crown, down the right and left sides just behind the ears. Spray each section with L'Oréal Professionnel tecni art full volume extra.) and blow-dry smooth with a flat brush. Secure back section into a low ponytail. Comb the entire front section and divide into 3 parts: top, left, and right. (NOTE: the top section should be triangle shaped from each temple to the centre of the crown.)
Spray each front section with L'Oréal Professionnel Infinium 2 hairspray and tease to create volume and texture. Comb the top front section forward until smooth. Using a pliable foam roller, or hair rat, wrap the hair up and over the foam, rolling the hair over and under as you go, until you reach the forehead. Bend the roller to create a dip in the victory roll shape at the centre of the forehead. Secure with pins. Bring the right side of the rolled up and over to the left, covering any gaps at the front; secure with pins. Repeat for left side (up and over to right).
Spray the back ponytail with L'Oréal Professionnel Infinium 2 hairspray and tease generously. Cover the teased ponytail with a hairnet and secure with pins. Roll the hair contained in the net up and under to create a second victory roll in a wide U-shape. Finish off with L'Oréal Professionnel Infinium 3 hairspray to maintain the shape of the entire look and apply L'Oréal Professionnel Crystal Gloss for added shine.
Show: J Mendel
Make-up by Maybelline
The Look Glossy skin with soft, bronze, smoky eyes
Show: L.A.M.B.
Make-up by Maybelline
The Look Electric blue liquid lines on the upper lash line and a drawn-on false lash on the upper lid make a statement beauty look
Show: L.A.M.B.
Get The Look Apply lashings of Maybelline mascara
Make-up by Maybelline
Show: L.A.M.B.
Trend Clean, glowing skin teamed with statement eyeliner and clean, pink lips.
Make-up by Maybelline
Alex Barron HoughShow: Mara Hoffman
Hair by Nick Irwin & the TIGI Creative team
Inspiration ‘Shaman cowboys who sell magic carpets in the desert’
The Look ‘Brushed out curls in a voluminous shape to emulate what might result from a horse ride through the desert’.
Nick says “I wanted the girls’ hair to be like a breezy cloud of Bohemian curls to complement the free-spirited messaging behind each look. I wanted it to look like the girls had just got off their horses and their hair was all tussled from the wind. It’s really carefree, raw and organic.”
Show: Marc Jacobs
Make-up by François Nars, NARS Founder & Creative Director
The Look "Marc didn't want the makeup look to be too couture, and with the hats by Steven Jones framing the face as they did, we needed to focus on one aspect. We created really fresh, radiant skin, no blush, and a heavily lined lower eye. The shape is round and a cloudy color, taking reference from 1920s Italian style icon and muse Marchesa Casati." François Nars
Show: Marc Jacobs
Make-up by François Nars, NARS Founder & Creative Director
Get The Look FACE Aqua Gel Luminous Oil-Free Moisturizer (New for autumn 2012); Pure Radiant Tinted Moisturizer SPF30/PA+++; Loose Powder
Show: Marc Jacobs
Make-up by François Nars, NARS Founder & Creative Director
Get The Look EYES Pandora Duo Eyeshadow; Bali Single Eyshadow; Black Moon Eyeliner; Larger Than Life Lengthening Mascara; Larger Than Life Volumizing Mascara
www.narscosmetics.co.uk
Jon Gurinsky for AvedaShow: NAHM
Hair by Jon Reyman for Aveda
The Look “The look is designed after Diana Vreeland, a noted figure in the worlds of fashion and art – and style advisor to First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy. Ms. Vreeland is the epitome of feminine strength and distinction.” Jon Reyman
Alex Barron HoughShow: Prabal Gurung
Hair by Paul Hanlon & the TIGI Creative Team
Inspiration ‘‘Uncursed’ from hell to heaven’
The Look ‘Healthy, sleek strands of hair, separated at the ear with a strong, clean centre parting’.
Paul says “I wanted the girls’ ears to be prominent so as to break up the uniformity of the straight, severe hair – so it’s slightly weird looking. The show itself was a journey – it begins with the girls looking really dark and moody and then culminating into something really beautiful and ethereal.”
Show: Rachel Zoe
Make-up by Maybelline
The Look Super-smoky eyes, glowing skin and soft, pink cheeks.
Show: Rachel Zoe
Trend Smoky eyes never go out of style
Make-up by Maybelline
Show: Rachel Zoe
Tip Take the smoky eyes out into a feline point for extra sex appeal
Make-up by Maybelline
Show: Rodarte
Make-up by James Kaliardos for NARS Cosmetics
The Look The look is dusty and windblown, bronzed, but not in too glam of a way. The skin is contoured with a strong lip.” James Kaliardos
Show: Rodarte
Make-up by James Kaliardos for NARS Cosmetics
Get The Look FACE Sheer Glow Foundation; Laguna Bronzing Powder; Madly Blush EYES Vent Glacé Duo Eyeshadow (New for autumn 2012); Gaiety Blush (on the outer corners of the eyes); Rue Bonaparte Larger Than Life Long-Wear Eyeliner; Larger Than Life Lengthening Mascara LIPS Bolero Velvet Matte Lip Pencil
www.narscosmetics.co.uk
Jon Gurinsky for AvedaShow: Sophie Theallet
Hair by Didier Malige for Aveda
The Look “Sophie’s collection was inspired by the idea of a life-loving aristocrat who has lost her fortune. We styled a classic ponytail with mussed-up texture to suggest that same bygone affluence.” Didier Malige
Jon Gurinsky for AvedaShow: Tibi
Hair by Frank Rizzieri and Kevin Ryan for Aveda
The Look “The collection has a very 60s feel and we didn’t want the overall look to be too retro. This is modern, easy-looking hair. It’s effortless, current and practical, like a 5pm hairstyle - a low, messy ponytail that looks as if the girl swept her hair up at the end of a long day.” Frank Rizzieri and Kevin Ryan
Show: Meadham Kirchhoff
Nails by Nail Rock
Creative Director, Zoe Pocock comments The Look “It has been fantastic to be able to work with the design duo again. Especially after the great success of the SS12 Nail collection that sold out at Topshop in under a week. Their designs are colourful, playful and brighten everyone up.”
Show: Meadham Kirchhoff
The horror show inspired NAIL ROCK patterns included ghosts, toadstools and fried eggs: all custom-created to fit in with Meadham Kirchhoff's 'A Cosmology of Women Chapter 5' show.
Show: Meadham Kirchhoff
There's still no official word on whether these wraps will be made available to buy, but we're guessing they'll be hitting shops in time to wear to the next Meadham Kirchhoff show.
