Get The Look: Riviera Chic
PA PhotosBy Jessica David
The month of May is a glamorous affair, as the world's most beautiful, stylish people flock to the France Riviera for the ever-glittering Cannes Film Festival. Getting the so chic finish of a bronzed, A-list goddess who lives her life in the sun-drenched spotlight couldn't be easier, thanks to our step-by-step guide to coming over all ‘Cannes’. C'est magique!
Estee Lauder Bronze Goddess SunBlush Illuminator
Bronze goddesses rule the Riviera come May, so enhance your gorgeous glow with this shimmering sun-kissed illuminator in an über-desirable, limited edition compact.£24.47, www.esteelauder.co.uk
YSL Touche Eclat
Get your glow on in style with this beauty insider’s favourite – it’s a modern classic.
£23, www.boots.com
OPI Nail Lacquer in Done Out in Deco and Parlez-vous OPI
Nail the Riviera look in this season’s most desirable French-inspired shades. OPI’s current collection features these must-have, delicate, artsy hues that won’t look out of place on the Côte d'Azur..
£9.95, www.lenawhite.co.uk
YSL Cinema
The French Riviera, bottled. Cinéma captures the very essence of the glamorous hustle and bustle of Cannes, and with a flamboyant floral cocktail of almond tree blossom, amaryllis and amber, it’s the perfect fragrance for the woman who loves to be in the spotlight.
From £31.81, www.boots.com
J’Adore Dior Beautifying Body Milk
Slather skin in the kind of decadence designed for Riviera chic. From Beautifying Body Milk to Silky Soap and every luxury in between, this range is not just easy on the eye; they’re seriously skin-smoothing, blissfully scented and as lavish as it comes.
From £13, available nationwide
Benefit Talk To The Tan
Team with your oversized sunnies and encourage those paps to talk to the tan with this instant bronzing facial tint. Perfect for a sun-free finish.
[i]£19.50, www.benefitcosmetics.co.uk
Chanel Aqualumiére Gloss
Crank up the glamour by slicking your Palme d'Or pout in one of these oh-so chic Chanel glosses. We especially love the Party Red for an alluring finish.
£18, www.boots.com
Mavala Nail Gloss in Riviera
A gentle, delicate, on-trend ballet pink for giving nails a sophisticated finish.£3.66, www.mavala.co.uk
Estée Lauder Bronze Goddess Sand & Sea Eyeshadow Palette
With six luxurious, seductive shades, including the mouth-watering aqua and on-trend turquoise, was there ever a shadow palette more perfect for a sophisticated beach setting?
£25, www.esteelauder.co.uk [/i]
Guerlain Terracotta Tan Enhancer Mist
With the sunny scent of the Tiaré flower, the colour of a golden beach landscape and the freshness of a Mediterranean breeze, this delicious mist will enhance your tan and envelope skin in silken, sophisticatedly-scented softness.
£31, 01932 233 887
Ormonde Jayne Parfum D'Or Naturel in Ta'If
A dazzling, darling little pot of perfume and gold particles, this is the ultimate scent on-the-go for the Côte d'Azur. Intoxicating and ultra-sophisticated, it leaves a shimmering golden sheen on the skin when applied. Simply smooth onto wrists, shoulders and your décolletage - then strut!£46, www.ormondejayne.com
Givenchy Prismissime in Sunset
As desirable as ever, this season’s palette from Givenchy features a checkerboard of sunset-inspired, holiday hues to create sunny complexion-perfection. The ultimate compact for your Cannes clutch.
£28, 01932 233 824
Benefit Silky Finish Lipstick in Frenched
Ooh la la - amp up your irresistibleness with this cherry red, un-budgeable lippy from Benefit.
£12, www.benefitcosmetics.co.uk
Essie Nail polish in Sea Breeze
Team this warm, girly and oh-so flirty shade with this season’s nautical chic and oversized sunnies for the perfect, A-list finish.£8.95 each, www.nailsbymail.co.uk
Estée Lauder Bronze Goddess Duo-Tone Eye Pencil in Aqua Teal
Mouth-wateringly wear-me shades on one luxurious, long-lasting pencil? We’re powerless to resist.
£13.70, www.esteelauder.co.uk [/i]
