New York Fashion Week Fall/Winter 2012 Beauty Trends with New Spring Makeup

Posted by ChickAdvisor Team | Friday February 17, 2012

New York Fashion Week is all about the trend spotting. Whether it's on the streets or on the runway, in February, New York becomes a hot bed for all things cool.

Browsing some of the hot beauty trends to come out so far, we stumbled upon this wearable look from Derek Lam Fall/Winter 2012.

I like to think of this look as "Bridget Bardot meets up-all-night-party girl"; almost like you were perfect and polished...yesterday. While the heavy eyes may be a bit much for the office, we think this dramatic look could be pulled off at night and because the hair is so 'messy chic', it definitely isn't difficult to achieve.

Here's our take on the look. The key elements for this are: lots and lots of black eyeliner, smudged for a smokey eye look, a highlighter in the inner corner, a soft pink blush, pale lip and heavy spider lashes.

We suggest starting with your eyes and using a good base. Highlight in the inner corner next and bring it all the way mid eyelid.

Next, layer on that liner! Since you'll be smudging it, you can't really go wrong here. Be sure to get enough black on the both bottom and top. You can also use a brown or gold tone colour to help blend in the black and create a smokey look. Top with a few coats of mascara and you're looking good!

Finish your look with a pale pink lip and sweep on blush for a rosy hue. We love the idea of using Benefit's Posie Tint (US$28.00) for it's subtle and healthy glow so this might also be a good opportunity to try out our infamous Pepto Bismol substitute! Tie your hair back loosely, and let your fly-aways and strays hang down loosely. Try Goody Spin Pins (C$12.00) to achieve a relaxed up do and be sure to use a product like a salt spray for texture. We're currently in love with this homemade salt spray recipe over here.

1. L'Oreal Voluminous Smoldering Eyeliner (US$8.95)
2. L'Oreal Carbon Black Extra Intense Liquid Pencil Eyeliner (US$8.31)
3. Korres Lip Butter in Jasmine (US$9.00)
4. Rimmel Volume Flash Scandal Eyes Mascara (C$8.99)
5. Stila Smudge Crayon in Antique (US$22.00)

1. L'Oreal Color Infallible Eyeshadow in Coconut Shake (C$10.99)
2. MAC Lipstick in Innocence (C$17.50)
3. CoverGirl LashBlast 24 HR (US$6.39)
4. Dior DiorShow Mascara (C$37.00)
5. CoverGirl Intense ShadowBlast in Beige Blaze (US$7.49)

Is this look something you'd try? Let us know!

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23 Comments

	on March 08, 2012 LadyChick234234 3,701 said: Your cheeks look so soft Alex! Nice!
	on February 27, 2012 assia 1,578 said: Neat look!
	on February 27, 2012 Racenhawk 2,704 said: love the smokey eyes, I can never do that on me!
	on February 27, 2012 chicky82 2,625 said: Nice,I like this look. It looks slightly retro without being overdone. I love the pink lip, it reminds me of spring.
	on February 21, 2012 petitechouxx 2,859 said: love the look!
	on February 21, 2012 AlexJC 50 said: @Leha Personally, I use salt spray when my hair is dry and wet. Usually I use it when my hair is wet to give a bit more curl and wave to my hair when it dries. I let my hair air dry normally overnight so I add some salt spray at night, tie up my hair and let it loose in the morning. You can also use it when it is dry. When your hair is dry, it adds a lot of texture. It will add some wave to your hair as well.
	on February 20, 2012 AngelinaRosaries 2,303 said: i can never put this look together unless i have a stylist.:) Great looking model. Angie
	on February 20, 2012 LEHA 1,658 said: I love this look, although it's definitely not for the office. I'd like to know how you use the sea salt spray...do you spray it onto wet hair or dry? If wet, do you then dry it? (I'm clueless when it comes to hairstyling.)
	on February 19, 2012 pinnkels 918 said: I love this look! It's so pretty and I think that it'll look good on everyone :)
	on February 19, 2012 takoda 28,648 said: Looking Great Alex, you go girl!!