Trend to try: pastels

I want you to close your eyes and think of autumn and winter. Think of the colours associated with them. Picture the clothes you’ll wear; the make-up you’ll use.

Did you see a whole lot of charcoal? Navy? Burgundy? Perhaps even some eggplant? Well, prepared to have your mind blown, because word from the runways is that pastel hues are going to be a welcome addition to your regular autumn/winter colour staples.

Yep, soft creamy pinks, purples, blues, greens and yellows are going to be amongst the hot shades to add to your autumn/winter make-up kit. Here are three easy-peasy ways to embrace the pastel trend like a pro:

1) ON YOUR EYES

Sweep a soft, shimmery pastel shadow over your lids right up to your brow bone. Or if that’s a bit much for you, try applying the shadow along your top lash line for an instant hit of subtle colour.
Try: Mirenesse Superlong Wear Gel Mineral Face Colour in Pink Halo.

2) ON YOUR LIPS

A slick of a pastel gloss or lipstick will liven up any make-up look and a matte finish always looks fab with a lighter hue. Stick to pinks and peaches for something more classic, or opt for a lilac lippy if you want to stand out from the crowd.
Try: MAC Lipstick in Rose Lily.

3) ON YOUR CHEEKS

Apply it to the apples of your cheeks, sweeping upwards towards the top of your ears for a flushed-yet-feminine finish. Just make sure to apply it lightly at first and build it up if necessary as pastel blushes can be quite pigmented.
Try: Yves Saint Laurent Blush Radiance in No. 8.

EXTEND THE TREND

Loving the idea of a wintertime pastel trend? Then you should definitely extend the trend to your beauty tools, too.

Thanks to the Manicare Pastel Collection you can nail that whole ‘being-on-trend’ thing, AND keep yourself well-groomed in one hit! Use the adorable Mini Tweezers to get rid of any unruly brow hairs (or even those pesky in-growns), and keep one of the pretty-yet-purposeful Nail Shapers in your purse for perfectly manicured nails, wherever you go.