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A Brush of Bold
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A Brush of Bold By Jamie Randall, Lifestyle Staff Writer Illustrated by Keely Bradish, Arts Curator Moda’s Guide to a weara b ook l e, easy 90 ’s grunge l
Makeup is an exciting way to spice up a daily routine — whether it’s just putting on mascara, or doing a full face beat.There are so many ways to find inspiration for different makeup looks, whether it’s from past years, new TV series, social media and more! One makeup style that has become more popular recently is a 90’s inspired, bold makeup look that is perfect for everyday life.1 This “bolder” makeup style has many components to it. Some people would even use the term “grunge,” and just like 90s fashion, this edgy, yet easy look is back in style. Here’s Moda’s guide to the products that will help you create the perfect 90s makeup vibe:
One easy way to make a statement is with a dark lip, especially around the fall and winter time. Burgundys, dark purples or even dark brown nudes are classic, yet cool trends for lips this fall. An especially 90s twist on the bold lip is using darker lip liner to outline your lips and make your pout pop.
Even 90s trends originate from somewhere else. One consistent style that was adapted from the 80s to the 90s to now is blue or metallic eyeshadow. Using cool-toned, smokey blue colors to accentuate the eyes is a subtle, yet sexy way to make your eyes stand out, especially for our blue-eyed beauties!
Grunge eyeliner is also a way to get a bolder look, without dealing with the fallout from an eyeshadow pan. The idea is not to look like a raccoon, so to prevent that, carefully smudge and then blend out your liner on the top and bottom areas of the eyes. Pencil eyeliner works best!
You may be most familiar with glitter or metallic looks from HBO’s Euphoria, but if you’re looking to replicate that high-glam look without needing to buy stickon jewels, try using a chunky glitter or swipe-on eyeshadow to make your eyes sparkle with minimal effort. Try using blues, purples and pinks to add a pop of color to that shiny aesthetic.
Unlike the cottagecore, e-girl aesthetics that ruled Tik Tok this summer, 90s grunge looks call for minimal blush and simple face makeup. No need to blend out your bronzer, contour and blush. Instead, lightly dust your cheeks with a light pink blush to give yourself a bit of color and let your natural beauty do the rest! Your skin will thank you for giving it a rest.
Gen Z is forging their own path in the world of makeup and sharing their inspiration all over social media. There are so many artists and influencers that have created their own makeup lines, encouraging this new generation to find their most authentic selves and express it through art and makeup. Trends always come back, and 90s fashion and makeup are having a moment that we can all take part in to feel beautiful. ■
