Obviously, fashion shows are primarily about fashion inspiration. But the runways of New York, Paris, London, and Milan have also become a breeding ground for beauty trends. Sometimes the hair and makeup looks are too avant-garde for many of us, like the bleached eyebrows, black lipstick, and sculptured faux hawks that certainly had moments at the fall ’22 shows (though props to anyone who can rock these). Thankfully, there was a lot of everyday-appropriate beauty s down the runways as well. Here’s a refresher on the top six most wearable (yet totally gorgeous) hair, makeup, and skincare trends we saw within the U.S. and abroad during Fall 2022 Fashion Week so you can start trying them this season — if you haven’t already.
Bold Eyeshadow
This. Was. Everywhere. Valentino, Saint Laurent, Christian Siriano, Gucci, Giambattista Valli… the list goes on. And here’s why it’s a look for anyone: There’s a shade of shadow that will speak to you, whether you want to yell (vivid teal!) or whisper (matcha green). This is your chance to use those neglected bright shades in your shadow palette. And how you apply it can amp up or tone down the level of bold; a wash across the lids is subtle, while a full-on smoky eye that extends to the brow and along the lower lash line is the punchier interpretation.
Wrapped Ponytails
It’d be safe to guess that most women with long hair wear it in a ponytail at some point. So fresh ideas on how to style a pony, like wrapping it in a scarf or hair wrap, are bound to appeal to the masses. Models at Rochas, Sergio Hudson, PatBo, Ulla Johnson, and Molly Goddard all showed off the appeal of this look. Though a wrapped ponytail can be worn at any height on the head, it’s most sophisticated when worn low at the nape or the middle of the head. The look is especially fab on women with thick curls, leaving the volume to splay out at the bottom of the pony.
Glossy Skin, Lips, and Lids
Move over, matte; it’s time to get glossy. Full-on face gloss, as seen at Giambattista Valli, may be too OTT; after all, many of us work hard to avoid looking like an oily slick on our complexions. But there is a super-cool feel to a bit of gloss on the face, especially at the high points of the cheeks. To pull it off, make sure your skin is well exfoliated and hydrated (Sunday Riley Good Genes Lactic Acid Treatment paired with Sunday Riley C.E.O. Afterglow Vitamin C Gel Cream will help achieve both goals). Then add a highlighter to the cheeks, like JLo Beauty That Star Filter in an Instant Complexion Booster. And dab it with a clear or pale pink lip gloss — try Butter London Plush Rush Lip Gloss in First Kiss. If that’s too much for you, then take it down a notch to something glossy on the upper lids, like the models at Claudia Li, who wore a dab in the center above the crease. Wearing it there prevents it from smudging all over the lid while also opening the eye up. And safer still are glossy lips, as seen at Dolce & Gabbana, Kim Shui, Christian Conan, and Bronx and Banco, among others. A sheer gloss pairs particularly well with those colorful eye shadows mentioned above.
Bobs for All
The models at Emporio Armani’s Milan show demonstrated the best variety of bobs, from ‘70s-inspired retro to curly, to soft waves, to sleek, to bobs with bangs. Chin-grazing hair also sashayed down the runways at Christian Dior, Givenchy, Cormio, Saint Laurent, Versace, Rochas, and more. The beauty of all these various styles? It means that no matter what your hair does naturally, a bob will be on-trend this season.
Red Lips
Fashion month makeup artists saw red for fall/winter — the crimson pout hasn’t had a moment like this in years. Models puckered up with shades of red at Sportmax, Erdem, Tory Burch, Miu Miu, and Marni — to name a few. There were rich berry stains with blurred edges, red topped with sheer gloss, and crisply lined and defined lips. All of which is to say: Anything goes with the red lip this season. It’s the perfect excuse to rock your classic MAC Cosmetics Retro Matte Lipstick in Ruby Woo for all your upcoming Zoom calls.
Deep Side Parts
Don’t worry, you center-part devotees. There were plenty of them on the runways. But what stood out in the world of hair parts were the deep side ones seen at Tory Burch, Erdem, Saint Laurent, Emilia Wickstead, and Miu Miu. The look is flattering on just about anyone. And if you know your “good side” — you know, the one you turn slightly forward for photos — that’s the side to wear your part. Then, grab another trend off the catwalk — barrettes and hair clips — to secure the hair, as seen at Chanel and Fendi.
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