How to Do Rock-Star Status Makeup at Home

From the runway to the real way

By Diana Nguyen Mar 09, 2016 1:00 PMTags
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Who says runway beauty is unattainable?

The truth is—with the exception of a crop of avant-garde shows—most designers (working in conjunction with beauty brands) try to keep makeup looks feasible for the non-professional. It may look super high fashion, but with practice, you can achieve the same look at home too. Case in point: Giorgio Armani fall 2016 beauty.

"Obviously, this collection has to be wearable as I don't want to alienate the consumers," said makeup artist Linda Cantello. "This season, inspired by the beautiful floral fabrics, with a faded vintage feel, I created a pretty rock star's girlfriend look."

To look just as cool, watch this video and follow the steps below.

Step 1: Prep skin with Armani Prima Glow-On Moisturising Balm.

Step 2: Apply foundation and concealer in your skin tone to create your base.

Step 3: Lightly dust with translucent powder.

Step 4: Using the Armani Runway FW16 Palette (out August 2016), blend Greige Mauve and Skin Sheen (or a purple and shimmery nude) over the lids and onto the outer corners of the eye.

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Step 5: Use black shadow to the lash line and smudge it out.

Step 6: Add an iridescent shade on the upper crease and to the inner corners of the eyes.

Step 7: Apply several coats of black mascara to the top and bottom lashes.

Step 8: Finish it off with a lavender nude lip.