Of the four major fashion month cities, London never fails to impress in the beauty department. Creativity and color abound both on and off the runway, and this season was filled with glittering makeup moments that sent many beauty fans into a frenzy. Some of the best makeup trends from London Fashion Week Spring/Summer ’23 are an updated ode to a classic, like the slightly orange cherry red lips seen on the runways of Rejina Pyo and Helen Anthony – a shade more bright, more energetic that I predict will soon appear in the makeup collections of more than a handful of brands – or a subtle pastel eyeshadow that has solidified itself as a makeup staple over the past few seasons.
And because this is London, the glam details ranged from a galaxy of chunky pearls and glitter to facial piercings (some fake and some real), with models strutting down the runway looking their best selves of themselves, and of course dressed stunningly. finished pieces that had many editors and buyers salivating.
If your makeup routine needs a jolt of inspiration, it’s always wise to turn to the Brits for some beauty intrigue. Read on for the top five makeup trends from London this season.
Bleached eyebrows
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If you pay attention to the runway with any regularity, you know that eyebrow trends ebb and flow each season. For S/S ’23, bleached brows are making a comeback for the boldest of beauties. Pro tip: if you want to try the look without removing the bleach just yet, use a sheer mortar and your creamiest concealer in a slightly lighter shade and brush your brows once or twice. It will give you an idea of what your face will look like when you decide to commit to the bleached life.
Cherry red pooch
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Every season brings a new take on the red lip staple, and for S/S ’23 the cherry red shade is reigning supreme. This warm tone feels a bit spicier than a true red and is the ideal way to brighten up a complexion, even if you don’t feel like wearing another shade of makeup. Use a lip liner around the edges of your pout to keep the lipstick in place all day, or smudge the edges with your finger for a slightly undone effect.
Pastel pops
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If you’re still not into (or don’t feel comfortable trying) a full eye look, a quick swipe of pastel shadow or liner is a great way to play with color this season. Sticking to the inner or outer corners of the eye is a great beauty statement that requires minimal skill and can work 100% for day or night. Shades of purple seemed to be the most popular on the London catwalks, but a shade of blue or green is also gaining popularity on various street style stars.
(Faux) Facial piercing
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Being the birthplace of grunge fashion, it’s no surprise to see all kinds of facial piercings on London’s runways. And although it’s often difficult to tell whether a model brought her own device to the show or it’s the work of a skilled makeup artist, the presence of piercings other than ears is more popular in the fashion world than ever.
Glitter details
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It seems that glitter at New York Fashion Week took a nosedive this season, with many designers sending models down the catwalk wearing all variations of glitter. From graphic, bold smudges around the temples to turquoise wings from lid to brow, there’s no limit to the ways you can wear glitter this season. Just remember – more is more.
