As summer kicks off to an early start, give the shining sun some serious competition with shockingly vibrant makeup hues. Acid oranges, neon greens, and electric pinks are all set to rule the colour palette this season. Shuchi Kalra tells you how to sport a dramatic splash of colour on eyes, lips and cheeks, without going OTT
More than the makeup and styling tips, it is a confident attitude that will help you carry off such colours. Before making any additions to your makeup kit, be certain that the neon look is indeed for your personality. While this look is more becoming on young girls, older ladies can glam up their ensemble by using colour smartly and selectively.
Remember, less is more
Neon hues, when used in excess, can end up looking garish and even clownish at times. The trick is to use them sparingly to highlight a certain feature in a colour that complements the rest of your attire. Liesle Sooting, a makeup artist, warns against going overboard with these cosmetics. "These colours are bright and funky, yet exotic. Wear them with neutrals or solids, and keep your outfit simple. Neon green blends well with hues of light blue and electric pinks go well with black. For example, an all-black outfit can be spunked up a bit with a fuchsia lipstick or with a bag, belt or stilettos in the same colour. Team up these colours with the right clothes and accessories and you will be all set to turn heads."
Don't overdo the matching bit
Electric colours work best when they are used as a 'highlight' rather than a colour scheme. You would be committing an unforgivable fashion faux pas if you step out with orange lips, orange blush and orange eye shadow, all piled on at once. Use an acidic orange on your lips and let it do the talking while you keep your eyes subtle, yet well-defined, with a neutral eye shadow and a dash of mascara. If you choose to play up your eyes with an electric blue shadow, keep the lips subtle with a nude pink or peach shade of lipstick. Working the neon look is all about striking the right balance with colours.
Go untamed, sometimes!
If the occasion permits, bring out the rebel in you by teaming up neons. Using an eclectic mix of hot pink, orange and lime green is a fun way to spice up a theme party or a girlie night out.
Drop all your inhibitions and go bold and brazen with the most outlandish colours this coming summer. Your attitude is sure to send the mercury rising by a few notches!
Remember, less is more
Neon hues, when used in excess, can end up looking garish and even clownish at times. The trick is to use them sparingly to highlight a certain feature in a colour that complements the rest of your attire. Liesle Sooting, a makeup artist, warns against going overboard with these cosmetics. "These colours are bright and funky, yet exotic. Wear them with neutrals or solids, and keep your outfit simple. Neon green blends well with hues of light blue and electric pinks go well with black. For example, an all-black outfit can be spunked up a bit with a fuchsia lipstick or with a bag, belt or stilettos in the same colour. Team up these colours with the right clothes and accessories and you will be all set to turn heads."
Don't overdo the matching bit
Electric colours work best when they are used as a 'highlight' rather than a colour scheme. You would be committing an unforgivable fashion faux pas if you step out with orange lips, orange blush and orange eye shadow, all piled on at once. Use an acidic orange on your lips and let it do the talking while you keep your eyes subtle, yet well-defined, with a neutral eye shadow and a dash of mascara. If you choose to play up your eyes with an electric blue shadow, keep the lips subtle with a nude pink or peach shade of lipstick. Working the neon look is all about striking the right balance with colours.
Go untamed, sometimes!
If the occasion permits, bring out the rebel in you by teaming up neons. Using an eclectic mix of hot pink, orange and lime green is a fun way to spice up a theme party or a girlie night out.
Drop all your inhibitions and go bold and brazen with the most outlandish colours this coming summer. Your attitude is sure to send the mercury rising by a few notches!
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