THE HOTTEST RUNWAY LOOKS
AROUND THE WORLD
November 8, 2024 by Lindsay Bishop
From 90s Nudes at Richard Quinn to Quiet Grunge at Jonathan Cohen, pre-millennium makeup ruled the runway this Fashion Month in New York and London.
Looks took a surrealist turn in Paris and Milan, where we saw makeup painted on bodies as clothing paired with Soft Goth glam at AVAVAV, and makeup painted on bodies as jewelry via Mixed Metals at Lutz Huelle.
We’ve rounded up the Backstage VIPs (Very Important Products) you’ll need to recreate the hottest runways looks from around the world in real life.
Looks took a surrealist turn in Paris and Milan, where we saw makeup painted on bodies as clothing paired with Soft Goth glam at AVAVAV, and makeup painted on bodies as jewelry via Mixed Metals at Lutz Huelle.
We’ve rounded up the Backstage VIPs (Very Important Products) you’ll need to recreate the hottest runways looks from around the world in real life.
GET THE QUIET GRUNGE LOOK FROM NEW YORK
Whether you’re going for a goth, grunge or a supermodel makeup aesthetic, the 90s-inspired looks seen at Jonathan Cohen have you covered. With smudgy underliner and reddish-brown Lipstick, this undone vibe gives any outfit an instant edge.
“This subversive look is all about deconstructed liner that appears underneath the eyes,” says Key Makeup Artist Romero Jennings. “But Lip Pencil in Chestnut and M·A·Cximal Sleek Satin Lipstick in Paramount are the real backstage VIPs. You need to get yourself this cult-classic lip combo.”
“This subversive look is all about deconstructed liner that appears underneath the eyes,” says Key Makeup Artist Romero Jennings. “But Lip Pencil in Chestnut and M·A·Cximal Sleek Satin Lipstick in Paramount are the real backstage VIPs. You need to get yourself this cult-classic lip combo.”
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Lip Pencil
$25.00
A pencil in a wide range of colours designed for shaping, lining or filling in lips.
M·A·CXIMAL SLEEK SATIN LIPSTICK
$25.00
A sleek satin lipstick with full-coverage, pigment-rich colour in a comfortable formula that hydrates lips for eight hours.
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Eye Kohl
$24.00
.05 oz / 1.45 g
Smolder
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Lip Pencil
$25.00
.05 oz / 1.45 g
Chestnut
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M·A·CXIMAL SLEEK SATIN LIPSTICK
$25.00
3.5 G/ 0.12 OZ
Paramount
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HOW-TO: QUIET GRUNGE
- Prep and hydrate your complexion with Hyper Real Serumizer™ Skin Balancing Hydration Serum.
- Dot, swipe and glow using Studio Radiance 24HR Luminous Lift Concealer to lift and brighten undereyes.
- Line lower waterlines with Eye Kohl in Smolder, extending past the outer corners of the eyes to create a winged effect.
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Hyper Real Serumizer™ Skin Balancing Hydration Serum
$45.00
A serum-moisturizer hybrid that visibly reduces dark spots and the appearance of pores, hydrates, retexturizes and strengthens the skin barrier for a petal-smooth, even canvas with lit-from-within radiance.
STUDIO RADIANCE 24HR LUMINOUS LIFT CONCEALER
$31.00
A weightless, radiant concealer that provides 24-hour medium buildable coverage, +90% immediate hydration* and diminishes the look of dark circles over time by 18%**.
- Blend Pro Longwear Paint Pot in It’s Fabstract across lids and smudge out for a smoky, lived-in look.
- Line lips with Lip Pencil in Chestnut, then layer on M·A·Cximal Sleek Satin Lipstick in Paramount.
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Pro Longwear Paint Pot
$28.00
A long-wearing, blendable eye primer and/or cream shadow that can be worn alone or with other products and lasts for 24 hours.
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Lip Pencil
$25.00
A pencil in a wide range of colours designed for shaping, lining or filling in lips.
M·A·CXIMAL SLEEK SATIN LIPSTICK
$25.00
A sleek satin lipstick with full-coverage, pigment-rich colour in a comfortable formula that hydrates lips for eight hours.
GET THE 90S NUDES LOOK FROM LONDON
90s Nudes made a major comeback at London Fashion Week – where sculpted, supermodel-inspired skin defined the makeup at Richard Quinn. Elegant yet approachable, this pre-millennium makeup is ideal for an elevated, everyday look.
“No mascara. No liner,” says Key Makeup Artist Terry Barber. “Just an old-school, cool-toned contour using Studio Radiance Serum-Powered™ Foundation and Studio Radiance 24HR Luminous Lift Concealer.”
“No mascara. No liner,” says Key Makeup Artist Terry Barber. “Just an old-school, cool-toned contour using Studio Radiance Serum-Powered™ Foundation and Studio Radiance 24HR Luminous Lift Concealer.”
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Studio Radiance Serum-Powered™ Foundation
$46.00
A buildable, weightless, 24-hour hydrating foundation that smooths texture, evens tone, and blurs the look of pores.
STUDIO RADIANCE 24HR LUMINOUS LIFT CONCEALER
$31.00
A weightless, radiant concealer that provides 24-hour medium buildable coverage, +90% immediate hydration* and diminishes the look of dark circles over time by 18%**.
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NW22
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Pro Longwear Paint Pot
$28.00
.17 oz / 5 g
Groundwork
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HOW-TO: 90S NUDES
- Even skin tone with Studio Radiance Serum-Powered™ Foundation.
- Sculpt cheekbones with a cool-toned shade of Studio Radiance 24HR Luminous Lift Concealer.
- Blend Pro Longwear Paint Pot in Groundwork through creases, wrapping the colour around eyes to define lower lash lines.
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Studio Radiance Serum-Powered™ Foundation
$46.00
A buildable, weightless, 24-hour hydrating foundation that smooths texture, evens tone, and blurs the look of pores.
STUDIO RADIANCE 24HR LUMINOUS LIFT CONCEALER
$31.00
A weightless, radiant concealer that provides 24-hour medium buildable coverage, +90% immediate hydration* and diminishes the look of dark circles over time by 18%**.
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Pro Longwear Paint Pot
$28.00
A long-wearing, blendable eye primer and/or cream shadow that can be worn alone or with other products and lasts for 24 hours.
- Fill in brows and accentuate arches with Pro Brow Definer 1mm-Tip Brow Pencil.
- Hydrate and smooth lips with Prep + Prime Lip to create a polished look.
Pro Brow Definer 1mm-Tip Brow Pencil
$24.00
Delivers high-definition hair-like strokes with true colour payoff. Smudge-proof, waterproof 24HR wear. Infused with castor oil to condition brows.
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Prep + Prime Lip
$25.00
A colour-free lipstick base that adds light moisture, smoothes and refines.
GET THE SOFT GOTH LOOK FROM MILAN
Gothic glam got an athletic edge at Milan Fashion Week – where lived-in, post-game looks celebrated AVAVAV’S collaboration with Adidas. Smudged and smoked out lids were paired with glossy, overlined lips to develop this deconstructed trend that champions the art of imperfection.
“The fusion of sports and fashion has made makeup not only an accessory, but also a functional element that must fit the modern dynamic lifestyle,” says Key Makeup Artist Michele Magnani. Dare to defy classic fashion canons and opt for Soft Goth instead, with a dash of Eye Kohl in Feline and dose of M·A·Cximal Sleek Satin Lipstick in Amorous.
“The fusion of sports and fashion has made makeup not only an accessory, but also a functional element that must fit the modern dynamic lifestyle,” says Key Makeup Artist Michele Magnani. Dare to defy classic fashion canons and opt for Soft Goth instead, with a dash of Eye Kohl in Feline and dose of M·A·Cximal Sleek Satin Lipstick in Amorous.
M·A·CXIMAL SLEEK SATIN LIPSTICK
$25.00
A sleek satin lipstick with full-coverage, pigment-rich colour in a comfortable formula that hydrates lips for eight hours.
SHOP SOFT GOTH
Eye Kohl
$24.00
$16.80
.05 oz / 1.45 g
Feline
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M·A·CXIMAL SLEEK SATIN LIPSTICK
$25.00
3.5 G/ 0.12 OZ
Amorous
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Squirt Plumping Gloss Stick
$26.00
2.3 g / .08 oz
Amped
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HOW-TO: SOFT GOTH
- Even skin tone with Studio Radiance Serum-Powered™ Foundation.
- Line upper and lower lids with Eye Kohl in Feline, creating a winged effect.
- Sweep cheekbones with Glow Play Cushiony Blush in So Natural.
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Studio Radiance Serum-Powered™ Foundation
$46.00
A buildable, weightless, 24-hour hydrating foundation that smooths texture, evens tone, and blurs the look of pores.
Glow Play Cushiony Blush
$23.80
A bouncy, buildable blush that provides glowy colour in a lightweight formula with skin-conditioning ingredients.
- Overline lips with Lip Pencil in Whirl.
- Fill in the centre of lips with M·A·Cximal Sleek Satin Lipstick in Amorous.
- Gloss lips with Squirt Plumping Gloss Stick in Amped.
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Lip Pencil
$25.00
A pencil in a wide range of colours designed for shaping, lining or filling in lips.
M·A·CXIMAL SLEEK SATIN LIPSTICK
$25.00
A sleek satin lipstick with full-coverage, pigment-rich colour in a comfortable formula that hydrates lips for eight hours.
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Squirt Plumping Gloss Stick
$26.00
A plumping gloss stick that nourishes and conditions lips with translucent colour and non-sticky shine.
GET THE MIXED METALS LOOK FROM PARIS
Metallics had a major moment at Paris Fashion Week, where Artists gave us the Gift Of Gold at Lutz Huelle. Get inspired to mix and M·A·C metals to create a multidimenisional look that shines like jewelry.
“The golden strokes add a touch of sophistication to the look,” says Key Makeup Artist Marieke Thibaut. “They provide a new vision for the way we accessorize.” Mix Pigment in Gold with Fix+ and sweep over lids with a 184S Brush to transform makeup into jewelry.
“The golden strokes add a touch of sophistication to the look,” says Key Makeup Artist Marieke Thibaut. “They provide a new vision for the way we accessorize.” Mix Pigment in Gold with Fix+ and sweep over lids with a 184S Brush to transform makeup into jewelry.
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Pigment
$25.00
A concentrated loose colour powder used for a wash of colour or a more intense look.
FIX+
$34.00
A multitasking, alcohol-free setting spray that hydrates, primes, sets and refreshes makeup.
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184 Synthetic Duo Fibre Fan Brush
$32.00
A flat, fan-shaped brush for featherweight application and excess product removal.
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Pigment
$25.00
.15 oz / 4.5 g
Rose Gold
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FIX+
$34.00
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HOW-TO: MIXED METALS
- Prep and hydrate your complexion with Hyper Real Serumizer™ Skin Balancing Hydration Serum.
- Dot, swipe and glow using Studio Radiance 24HR Luminous Lift Concealer to reveal a fresh, luminous, lifted look. Then, shape and contour with a concealer that’s one to two shades darker than your exact match.
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Hyper Real Serumizer™ Skin Balancing Hydration Serum
$65.00
A serum-moisturizer hybrid that visibly reduces dark spots and the appearance of pores, hydrates, retexturizes and strengthens the skin barrier for a petal-smooth, even canvas with lit-from-within radiance.
STUDIO RADIANCE 24HR LUMINOUS LIFT CONCEALER
$31.00
A weightless, radiant concealer that provides 24-hour medium buildable coverage, +90% immediate hydration* and diminishes the look of dark circles over time by 18%**.
- Mix Pigment in Gold with Fix+ and sweep across closed eyes with a 184S Brush.
- Set brows with Pro Locked Brow Gel.
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Pigment
$25.00
A concentrated loose colour powder used for a wash of colour or a more intense look.
FIX+
$34.00
A multitasking, alcohol-free setting spray that hydrates, primes, sets and refreshes makeup.
(7)
184 Synthetic Duo Fibre Fan Brush
$32.00
A flat, fan-shaped brush for featherweight application and excess product removal.
Pro Locked Brow Gel
$24.00
Delivers 12HR ultra-flexible hold with a unique dual-sided brush for customizable styling. 5-ingredient formula free of animal-derived ingredients.
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