Burgundy dominated the fall-winter 2012/2013 catwalks, from Bottega Veneta to Maison Martin Margiela. This season's must-have color shines on statement pieces like long coats and boots. But how to complement it with makeup? Here are expert tips and quick product picks for an effortless, chic look.
Burgundy: The New Red Essential
Warm, mysterious, and undeniably couture, burgundy brings imperial elegance. Picture Bottega Veneta's structured coat paired with a sheer, flawless complexion and a bold, matte burgundy lip—the epitome of refined drama.
Follow this step-by-step guide for easy-chic makeup in minutes.
Complexion:
Prep skin with a hydrating BB cream for natural radiance. Smooth fine lines with a targeted wrinkle filler applied directly to problem areas.
Next, blend a moisturizing foundation (SPF 15) using a brush on the forehead center, nasolabial folds, and chin for a seamless glow. Set with loose powder for a velvety matte finish, then lock it in with a fixing mist for all-day perfection.
Shopping List:
BB Cream, Bobbi Brown: 30 euros.
Rides Filler Immediate Wrinkle Filler, Roc: 28 euros.
Ultra-Hydrating Foundation SPF 15, Bobbi Brown: 41 euros.
Luminous Loose Powder, Chanel: 42.90 euros.
Make-Up Fixing Mist, Make Up For Ever: 21.90 euros.
Eyes:
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Keep eyes soft and tone-on-tone with the skin, adding subtle sheen to the lids for contrast against the matte base.
Unify lids with an eyeshadow primer, then sweep nude shadow over the mobile lid. Sheath lashes with clear mascara, and brush brows upward for definition.
Shopping List:
Eyeshadow Primer, Make Up For Ever: 18.50 euros.
Nude Luminescence Eyeshadow, Dior: 26.90 euros.
Clear Mascara for Lashes & Brows, Make Up For Ever: 17.95 euros.
Lips:
Embrace bold burgundy on perfectly defined, matte lips. Start with a repairing balm to hydrate and smooth, then outline with a pencil brush. Fill with color using the pencil or fingers for a diffused effect. Opt for moisturizing formulas to avoid dryness.
Shopping List:
Rouge Coco Balm, Chanel: 26.90 euros.
Rouge Pur Couture #205 Prune Virgin, Yves Saint Laurent: 29.90 euros.
