Soft Beauty in Focus on the Spring Runways

Despite the extreme beauty statements on many runways, chicness and a natural beauty approach inspired many of the hair and makeup looks at New York’s Spring 2013 Fashion Week. There was an emphasis on softness and understated sex appeal. 

Textured hair designs embraced curves and bends. At Altuzarra low buns were knotted to mimic a kimono’s obi tie. The Jason Wu runway welcomed “mermaid waves” cascading down the models’ backs. Delicate crimps replaced super straight blowouts at Thakoon. “Spring is all about having an effortless and relaxed look,” said hair stylist Tiffany Mauk (PaulMitchell.com).

Fresh faces and nails glowed under the spotlights. The beauty team at Rodarte was influenced by the dusk and dawn hued scenes of the classic movie “Days of Thunder”. Diane Von Furstenberg wanted to enhance each model’s natural bone structure with subtle highlighting. A pearlized effect was achieved on nails by layering nude and pale shimmery polish at BCBG. “We want the girls to be extremely perfect but in a simple way,” said Tom Pechaux, BCBG's chief backstage makeup artist (Style.com).

Guido Palau of Redken shared his spring trend conclusion. “This is an especially sensual season for beauty,” said Palau (YouBeauty.com).
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