GO YOUR OWN WAY

When it comes to make-up in 2020, the nature of the classics has shifted gears. It’s time to embrace an experimental new direction.

When it comes to make-up in 2020, the nature of the classics has shifted gears. Of course, the mainstays – a crimson pout, a graphic winged liner – remain as alluring as ever, but a fresh interpretation calls for the loosening of the original make-up mandates. Consider this licence to embrace an experimental new direction.

SUBTLE NOTES

On paper, graphic liner, a copper pout and even the artful placement of blush against the temples might read overdone, but on application it’s as cool as it is effortless.

Carissa (top): on cheeks, Estée Lauder Pure Color Envy Sculpting Blush in Pink Ingenue, $58. On lips, Estée Lauder Pure Color Envy Defining Eye Shadow Wet/ Dry in Vain Violet, $46. Ellery top and earrings. Cartier rings. Songhwa: on eyes, Dior Diorshow On Stage Liner, $56. On lips, Dior Rouge Dior Matte Lipstick in Ambitious Matte, $56. Christian Dior dress.

SMOOTH TRANSITION

It goes almost undetected, but the subtle blending of lip shades – from wine to cherry-red – is all you need to reinvent a classic. Giorgio Armani Rouge D’Armani Matte lipsticks in 403 and 400, $55 each.

SHAPE SHIFTER

The best way to frame a natural brow and a sweep of shadow? With an architectural chop that adds dimension and effortless edge.

Tom Ford Eye Color Quad in Disco Dust, $122. Max Mara jacket.

QUIET ACHIEVER

It’s not all about highimpact hues. Muted tones, like dusty pink, copper and nude, pack a punch in shiny and matte finishes. Burberry Lip Velvet lipstick in Pale Rose 402, $50. M. A.C Dazzleshadow in Oh So Gilty, $40. Miu Miu jacket and shirt.

SPEAK VOLUMES

A rouge lip is classic, but for a modern update press a metallic pigment on top. Keep the rest minimal for maximum punch.

Estée Lauder Pure Color Love Lipstick in Burning Love, $37. Make-up artist’s own glitter. O. P. I Infinite Shine nail polish in Bare My Soul, $23. Sonia Rykiel blazer.