Runway Realness: 5 Fall Beauty Trends to Rock for Back to School
In This Story: Hair, Takashi Yusa; Makeup, Romy Soleimani for beauty.com
1/14Runway beauty trends are always pushing boundaries — from bejeweled face bling, to intricate braids that require lots of twists and turns, to black lipstick that feels more Halloween than homeroom. They're thrilling to see, but not so wearable. This fall, though, we were pleasantly surprised by some gorgeous makeup and hair moves that seemed, well, achievable. So much so that you can even combine a few. So, that's exactly what we did. We teamed up with makeup artist Romy Soleimani to bring you some eye candy that you can actually pull off. You'll be supermodel status by the first school bell.
2/14Strokes of Genius
A few haphazard flicks of kohl liner starting in the middle of the lid create an infinitely edgier take on the cat eye. Soleimani's advice: Keep your hand as steady as possible. "I like keeping the lines straight. It's cooler when they aren't directed upwards," she explains. Even more reason to pay attention in art class. Try Chanel Le Crayon Kohl to play line leader.
3/14Copper Tones + Full On Fringe
Red is having a serious revival, from auburn strands that set the runway ablaze at Lanvin and Louis Vuitton resort to makeup's new coppery glaze, seen at Thakoon and Preeen by Thornton Bregazzi. According to crimson-haired beauty authority Charlotte Tilbury, when worn on lids the shade "makes your eyes mesmerize." Anybody can rock the season's scarlet trend — and everybody should. But heed the advice of Soleimani: "If you're a redhead, don't match your blush to the color of your freckles. Go for a pinker tone and keep it sheer."
4/14Lip Service
Instead of a classic, true red, opt for one with an orangey undertone come fall. You'll bring sunshine with you into the new season.
Tom Ford Lip Color in Misbehaved (Out In September)
5/14Blushing Beauty
"A cream formula feels fresher," says Soleimani, on how to incorporate the It-color onto the best canvas — your face.
Burberry Lip & Cheek Bloom In Orange Blossom
6/14Glitter Girl
Make heads turn with a touch of metallic shimmer on your lids. If full-on glitter is too much for the daytime, Soleimai advises taking a copper shadow and pressing some Lucas Pawpaw ointment over it. "It becomes more alive," she explains.
MAC Pigment in Copper Sparkle
7/14Royal Flush
"Earthy tones like this look good on everyone," says Soleimani of the new way to rock copper.
Sephora Collection Colorful Cheek Ink Gel in Plumeria
8/14In The Thick Of It
Max out your lashes, but keep the rest of your look clean and glowy.
9/14Go Big
Maybelline makeup artist Yadim's magic number of coats for achieving "disorderly, but not crazy" lashes? Three.
Maybelline New York Volum' Express The Colossal Chaotic Lash Mascara
10/14Sleek Pony + Bold Eyes
If you think side ponytails should be retired after the age of 10, think again. Hair guru Guido Palau surprised us all (and himself!) with a sleek, sophisticated rendition backstage at Dior. Paired with a severe, asymmetric part and bold bubble-shaped liner, the vibe is modern and incredibly cool. To win at graphic eyes, Soleimani recommends tracing the shape with a soft pencil, then pressing a shadow pigment on top. "The warmth of your finger will turn the consistency silky," she notes. DIY makeup has never been easier — or looked more glam.
11/14High Gloss
For a perfect pony, run this treatment through strands and watch as split ends go from unruly to totally tamed.
Redken Extreme Length Sealer
12/14Long Shot
This hair-strengthening formula means longer, healthier hair is in your future.
Bumble and bumble Full Potential Hair Preserving Booster Spray
13/14Art School
When you're experimenting with statement lids, forget major mascara, and leave it to the liner to steal the show. "Don't forget to groom your brows," says Soleimani.
Yves Saint Laurent Couture Kajal in Bleu Cobalt
14/14Smooth Move
"Powder sets the cream" says Soleimani. "It gives it that sheeny, velvety, suede finish." Mix and match the moody blues in this palette to achieve fall's prettiest gaze.
Dior 5 Couleurs Designer Eyeshadow in Navy Design
