Trend to try: pastels

I want you to close your eyes and think of autumn and winter. Think of the colours associated with them. Picture the clothes you’ll wear; the make-up you’ll use.

Did you see a whole lot of charcoal? Navy? Burgundy? Perhaps even some eggplant? Well, prepared to have your mind blown, because word from the runways is that pastel hues are going to be a welcome addition to your regular autumn/winter colour staples.

Yep, soft creamy pinks, purples, blues, greens and yellows are going to be amongst the hot shades to add to your autumn/winter make-up kit. Here are three easy-peasy ways to embrace the pastel trend like a pro:
 

1) ON YOUR EYES

Sweep a soft, shimmery pastel shadow over your lids right up to your brow bone. Or if that’s a bit much for you, try applying the shadow along your top lash line for an instant hit of subtle colour.
Try: Mirenesse Superlong Wear Gel Mineral Face Colour in Pink Halo.
 

2) ON YOUR LIPS

A slick of a pastel gloss or lipstick will liven up any make-up look and a matte finish always looks fab with a lighter hue. Stick to pinks and peaches for something more classic, or opt for a lilac lippy if you want to stand out from the crowd.
Try: MAC Lipstick in Rose Lily.
 

3) ON YOUR CHEEKS

Apply it to the apples of your cheeks, sweeping upwards towards the top of your ears for a flushed-yet-feminine finish. Just make sure to apply it lightly at first and build it up if necessary as pastel blushes can be quite pigmented.
Try: Yves Saint Laurent Blush Radiance in No. 8.
 

EXTEND THE TREND

Loving the idea of a wintertime pastel trend? Then you should definitely extend the trend to your beauty tools, too.

Thanks to the Manicare Pastel Collection you can nail that whole ‘being-on-trend’ thing, AND keep yourself well-groomed in one hit! Use the adorable Mini Tweezers to get rid of any unruly brow hairs (or even those pesky in-growns), and keep one of the pretty-yet-purposeful Nail Shapers in your purse for perfectly manicured nails, wherever you go.
 

Are you excited to embrace the pastel colour trend? How will you incorporate pastels into your beauty regime?