Q&A Beauty Look and feel your big-day best with help from the experts This issue we asked local beauty experts for their top 2023 trend predictions, giving you the jump on the latest looks. This is what they told us... Make-up artist Gillian Rachel Elizabeth (www.gillianrachelelizabeth.com) says: “With 2023 in full swing and the wedding season commencing, I’m seeing more and more neutrals, nude eyes and statement lips, which are all hotter than ever. “A flawless, glowing, neutral base is something I’m seeing a lot of and it’s a look I love! The effect is timeless and suits every bride as you’re essentially just building on your natural beauty. Combined with golden tones for the eyes, the perfect lash to make them pop is simply sensational, adding thickness, curve, and length without overlaying mascara. What’s more, a winged eye with a natural smoke instantly warms and gives that sense of romance with an effortless touch. “Finally, the lips. This year, brides are set to showcase bolder pouts than ever, which is why the flawless base combined with warming natural eyes really allows the lips their time to shine. Using a deeper liner than lipstick has an enhancing effect, creating the illusion of fullness.” Jane Dare, make-up artist from Eye Do! (https://eyedomakeup.co.uk), says: “This year’s brides are all about emphasising natural beauty. Timeless, natural looks, luminous, natural, glowing and healthy skin complete with more subtle contouring. Eyeshadows range from complete nude, all the way to a neutral-toned smoky eye, perfect for that natural glam vibe. High-end glam on the other hand embraces glitter and metallic-based eyeshadows such as silver, bronze and copper providing a touch of colour and flash. “Coloured eyeliner has arrived and is already trending more than black. Apply it to the upper lashes, central eye or add a personal, artistic flair. Eyelashes are centre stage. Think extensions full of volume and length or something natural, both with waterproof mascara, of course! Brows are naturally feathered rather than heavy and gently frame the face. “Prominent, romantic, rosy-blushed cheeks with gentle highlighting and a dusting of blush under the eyes, as per the Korean trend, gives you a sweeter, youthful image. “Finally, 2023 lip colours will favour cherry, browns and rose tones, glossed for a bold and sophisticated look.” 2023 TRENDS EXPERT Q&A 75
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