HIGH IMPACT

Join The Glitterati

If there is one major trend that truly dominated for all four fashion weeks, it was all things that sparkle, shimmer and glow. Full on glittery eyelids were on show along with stick-on gems, tiny sequins, jewels and even rhinestones. If this is all a bit much for you but you’d still like to dip your toe in the glitter trend then I’d recommend the new glitter highlighters from brands such as Cover FX which will give you a gorgeous glow without being too over the top. For the rest of you that are game to try this trendgo ahead and unleash the inner child in you.

Hair Accessory Revival

One of our favourite trends for this season was the return of glamorous hair accessories. They were huge on the catwalks for SS18, with everything from logo scarves wrapped around ponytails at Lanvin to Sixties-style headbands at Miu Miu and there were even prim and proper hair clips worn above each ear, school style. Gucci’s bow headband is on our musthave list along with D&G’s embellished numbers.

Short And Sweet

Been considering a chop? Well now is the time. Moschino and Giorgio Armani created faux crops with some clever clipping and pinning and short styles were more popular on the catwalk than ever. The casting of short-haired models were used to really create an impact that short is back and this androgynous style is sure to be seen everywhere this season.

The New Red Lip

Red lips never go out of style but this season they’ve taken on a fresh new approach with modern applications and fresh finishes. Matte geranium coloured mouths with soft edges are what to go for with a slick of gloss over the top.

The Graphic Cat Eye

While cat eye eyeliner is normally reserved for AW, it was a super strong trend across most shows including bold graphic looks, exaggerated blue flicks and feline flicks. Lanvin really stole the show with graphic shapes on the outer eyes.

Nail Art Is Back

Hair and make-up often take the focus backstage, but nail art was back in full force for the new season. There were logo manicures, crystal embellishments and ombre glitter talons at Tom Ford. This is definitely one of the more time consuming trends to get on board with but certainly one of the most fun.

No More Contouring

I personally could not be happier to see this ridiculous, Kardashian led trend leave with its tail between its legs. Make-up artists gave it the boot and instead opted for blush applied to the apples of the cheeks. Softly blushed beauties were seen walking the catwalk at Simone Rocha while Pat McGrath introduces classic blush draping at Valentino in shimmering pink while over at Chanel a bold red hue was used.

Hello Bright Eyes

It wouldn’t be summer without something bright and electro-pop eye make-up in orange, pink and blue will be seen everywhere this season. Look for highly-pigmented pastels in blues, greens and fuchsia. The bolder, brighter and more eye-popping, the better.