Makeup Gourmet® Fall Makeup Trends 2002 Get ready. Makeup is back and is not shy. Fall clothing and consequently makeup collections stress the importance of reinventing ourselves. Whether you decide to look subtle or lethal, there are a few extremes that run throughout each collection. When fashion and hair styles raise their intensity level, it is vital for makeup to follow suit. If you secretly love to wear impact makeup yet are conscious of how you are perceived-rejoice! This is your season. Makeup has never been so much an integral part of your total look since the 80's. The colors for this season are not an 80's flashback. The look is sophist acted and sexy simultaneously. You will find a high contrast of color choices when next you shop for cosmetics. There is a good girl/bad girl schizophrenic color story with most collections. This means that for those of you who want to keep it clean and natural, there is plenty from which to choose. For those looking to spice up their makeup collection, the spice is in the house! Here are some highlights of the trend in makeup for Fall. I suggest considering all of the trends, only add one new trend at a time to your look so as to not look to "fashion victim". Color: Look for Plums, deep purples and burnt burgundy to be contrasted be lime greens and stark neutrals. Lipsticks are frosted and high pigment for long lasting impact. In contrast, pale, fleshy lips with glossy shine compliment both the good girl and bad girl motif. There is nothing more fun than the schizophrenic look of a smoky, smudgy eye contrasted by a fleshy, glossy lip. Drives the men crazier than they are already. The looks: The good girl look is radiant like there is no tomorrow. Glowing cream color for every part of the face and delicate lip color with frost to make you shine at all times. The bad girl look can still glow or opt for a matte finish to the skin. Eyes are smoky, fully lined and captivating. Lips are lusciously full of color and frosty. Also, contouring is making a comeback. With the advent of more refined primers and foundations, it is possible to create heightened facial dimensions that use to appear too heavy for a daily makeup. I suggest making an appointment at your favorite cosmetic department and ask to see all that is new. Try not to stifle the makeup artist's creativity. See all that there is to be offered, then choose from the bounty. About Chris: Chris Scott, makeup artist, author, instructor, media personality and theater producer has worked in all aspects of makeup for 20 years. His television persona, the Makeup Gourmet, appears on network television teaching makeup Recipes for Style. His book, Cosmetic Counter Survival Guide, How to Buy the Right Skincare and Makeup, has been featured on ABC, CBS NBC and UPN. His video series; Makeup Gourmet: Recipes for Style released its first edition in December 2002. His syndicated monthly columns on seasonal Health & Beauty topics and consumer information are featured on Radio station websites. He specializes in articulate information, artistry training, consumer education and personalized application. He provides professional makeup services to the fashion, film, television, print, video, entertainment and retail industries. You can contact Chris directly at: Chris Scott 1597 Dolores Street San Francisco, CA 94110 chris@makeupgourmet.com Tel/Fax(415) 648-3073 Mobile (415) 846-1597 Return to press kit page |