Thursday, December 27, 2012

Year in Review: Best Runway Beauty Trends of 2012


For some reason this year, the runway beauty trends crossed over to real life like never before. There were topknots aplenty and more eyeliner shapes than we could handle. Here are ten of our favorite looks that made the leap off the runway this year and tips for how to get them. 

 
  • Bolder Liner

    Leave the pencils behind and go gel to get this strong look. You'll have more control over the shape with a fluid, and by using a small brush, you'll be able to plot out the shape before you fill it in.

    Lanvin image: IMAXtree

    Bolder Liner
  • Oxblood Lips

    I think we're all tired of hearing the word "oxblood" but this dark and bold shade is here to stay. Try pairing it with glowing skin for a more casual look.

    Gucci image: IMAXtree

    Oxblood Lips
  • New Metallics

    Leave silver and gold in 2011 and opt for warm copper and bronze instead. Perfect for day or night, this is a one-step look that is special but not high-maintenance.

    Vera Wang image: IMAXtree

    New Metallics
  • Bold Brows

    This is hardly a new trend, but thanks to English supermodel Cara Delevingne, girls around the world are coveting bigger brows. Her secret to keeping them tamed is clear brow gel. Use it to manage the direction of the hairs and it will stay all day.

    Preen image: IMAXtree

    Bold Brows
  • Untraditional Smoky Eyes

    To get this look, try blending a darker shadow through the lower lash line and opting for a lighter color up top.

    Louis Vuitton image: IMAXtree

    Untraditional Smoky Eyes
  • Topknots

    London girls have fully exhausted this trend by now, but this simple style is perfect for day-two hair that's in need of a wash.

    Mary Katrantzou image: IMAXtree

    Topknots
  • The Casual Red Lip

    This look is proof that bold lips don't need to be dressy or worn with a face full of makeup. Paired with fresh, glowing skin, this red lip is perfect for day.

    Carlos Miele image: IMAXtree

    The Casual Red Lip
  • Statement Eyes

    These lashes may be a bit much for everyday, but try a plum or navy mascara for a more wearable version.

    Stella McCartney image: IMAXtree

    Statement Eyes
  • Ombre Lips

    This looks a lot harder than it is. The easiest way to get it is to coat your lips in a good lip balm then apply two different lip pencils, blending in the middle.

    Holly Fulton image: IMAXtree

    Ombre Lips
  • Glossy Skin and Hair

    We've preached about the 'glow' for season upon season but take it one step further by adding a little gloss to the tops of your cheekbones.

    Alexander Wang image: IMAXtree

    Glossy Skin and Hair
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  • Bolder Liner

    Leave the pencils behind and go gel to get this strong look. You'll have more control over the shape with a fluid, and by using a small brush, you'll be able to plot out the shape before you fill it in.

    Lanvin image: IMAXtree

    Bolder Liner
  • Oxblood Lips

    I think we're all tired of hearing the word "oxblood" but this dark and bold shade is here to stay. Try pairing it with glowing skin for a more casual look.

    Gucci image: IMAXtree

    Oxblood Lips
  • New Metallics

    Leave silver and gold in 2011 and opt for warm copper and bronze instead. Perfect for day or night, this is a one-step look that is special but not high-maintenance.

    Vera Wang image: IMAXtree

    New Metallics
  • Bold Brows

    This is hardly a new trend, but thanks to English supermodel Cara Delevingne, girls around the world are coveting bigger brows. Her secret to keeping them tamed is clear brow gel. Use it to manage the direction of the hairs and it will stay all day.

    Preen image: IMAXtree

    Bold Brows
  • Untraditional Smoky Eyes

    To get this look, try blending a darker shadow through the lower lash line and opting for a lighter color up top.

    Louis Vuitton image: IMAXtree

    Untraditional Smoky Eyes
  • Topknots

    London girls have fully exhausted this trend by now, but this simple style is perfect for day-two hair that's in need of a wash.

    Mary Katrantzou image: IMAXtree

    Topknots
  • The Casual Red Lip

    This look is proof that bold lips don't need to be dressy or worn with a face full of makeup. Paired with fresh, glowing skin, this red lip is perfect for day.

    Carlos Miele image: IMAXtree

    The Casual Red Lip
  • Statement Eyes

    These lashes may be a bit much for everyday, but try a plum or navy mascara for a more wearable version.

    Stella McCartney image: IMAXtree

    Statement Eyes
  • Ombre Lips

    This looks a lot harder than it is. The easiest way to get it is to coat your lips in a good lip balm then apply two different lip pencils, blending in the middle.

    Holly Fulton image: IMAXtree

    Ombre Lips
  • Glossy Skin and Hair

    We've preached about the 'glow' for season upon season but take it one step further by adding a little gloss to the tops of your cheekbones.

    Alexander Wang image: IMAXtree

    Glossy Skin and Hair
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  • Bolder Liner

    Leave the pencils behind and go gel to get this strong look. You'll have more control over the shape with a fluid, and by using a small brush, you'll be able to plot out the shape before you fill it in.

    Lanvin image: IMAXtree

    Bolder Liner
  • Oxblood Lips

    I think we're all tired of hearing the word "oxblood" but this dark and bold shade is here to stay. Try pairing it with glowing skin for a more casual look.

    Gucci image: IMAXtree

    Oxblood Lips
  • New Metallics

    Leave silver and gold in 2011 and opt for warm copper and bronze instead. Perfect for day or night, this is a one-step look that is special but not high-maintenance.

    Vera Wang image: IMAXtree

    New Metallics
  • Bold Brows

    This is hardly a new trend, but thanks to English supermodel Cara Delevingne, girls around the world are coveting bigger brows. Her secret to keeping them tamed is clear brow gel. Use it to manage the direction of the hairs and it will stay all day.

    Preen image: IMAXtree

    Bold Brows
  • Untraditional Smoky Eyes

    To get this look, try blending a darker shadow through the lower lash line and opting for a lighter color up top.

    Louis Vuitton image: IMAXtree

    Untraditional Smoky Eyes
  • Topknots

    London girls have fully exhausted this trend by now, but this simple style is perfect for day-two hair that's in need of a wash.

    Mary Katrantzou image: IMAXtree

    Topknots
  • The Casual Red Lip

    This look is proof that bold lips don't need to be dressy or worn with a face full of makeup. Paired with fresh, glowing skin, this red lip is perfect for day.

    Carlos Miele image: IMAXtree

    The Casual Red Lip
  • Statement Eyes

    These lashes may be a bit much for everyday, but try a plum or navy mascara for a more wearable version.

    Stella McCartney image: IMAXtree

    Statement Eyes
  • Ombre Lips

    This looks a lot harder than it is. The easiest way to get it is to coat your lips in a good lip balm then apply two different lip pencils, blending in the middle.

    Holly Fulton image: IMAXtree

    Ombre Lips
  • Glossy Skin and Hair

    We've preached about the 'glow' for season upon season but take it one step further by adding a little gloss to the tops of your cheekbones.

    Alexander Wang image: IMAXtree

    Glossy Skin and Hair

Leave the pencils behind and go gel to get this strong look. You'll have more control over the shape with a fluid, and by using a small brush, you'll be able to plot out the shape before you fill it in.

Lanvin image: IMAXtree

I think we're all tired of hearing the word "oxblood" but this dark and bold shade is here to stay. Try pairing it with glowing skin for a more casual look.

Gucci image: IMAXtree

Leave silver and gold in 2011 and opt for warm copper and bronze instead. Perfect for day or night, this is a one-step look that is special but not high-maintenance.

Vera Wang image: IMAXtree

This is hardly a new trend, but thanks to English supermodel Cara Delevingne, girls around the world are coveting bigger brows. Her secret to keeping them tamed is clear brow gel. Use it to manage the direction of the hairs and it will stay all day.

Preen image: IMAXtree

To get this look, try blending a darker shadow through the lower lash line and opting for a lighter color up top.

Louis Vuitton image: IMAXtree

London girls have fully exhausted this trend by now, but this simple style is perfect for day-two hair that's in need of a wash.

Mary Katrantzou image: IMAXtree

This look is proof that bold lips don't need to be dressy or worn with a face full of makeup. Paired with fresh, glowing skin, this red lip is perfect for day.

Carlos Miele image: IMAXtree

These lashes may be a bit much for everyday, but try a plum or navy mascara for a more wearable version.

Stella McCartney image: IMAXtree

This looks a lot harder than it is. The easiest way to get it is to coat your lips in a good lip balm then apply two different lip pencils, blending in the middle.

Holly Fulton image: IMAXtree

We've preached about the 'glow' for season upon season but take it one step further by adding a little gloss to the tops of your cheekbones.

Alexander Wang image: IMAXtree

Leave the pencils behind and go gel to get this strong look. You'll have more control over the shape with a fluid, and by using a small brush, you'll be able to plot out the shape before you fill it in.

Lanvin image: IMAXtree

I think we're all tired of hearing the word "oxblood" but this dark and bold shade is here to stay. Try pairing it with glowing skin for a more casual look.

Gucci image: IMAXtree

Leave silver and gold in 2011 and opt for warm copper and bronze instead. Perfect for day or night, this is a one-step look that is special but not high-maintenance.

Vera Wang image: IMAXtree

This is hardly a new trend, but thanks to English supermodel Cara Delevingne, girls around the world are coveting bigger brows. Her secret to keeping them tamed is clear brow gel. Use it to manage the direction of the hairs and it will stay all day.

Preen image: IMAXtree

To get this look, try blending a darker shadow through the lower lash line and opting for a lighter color up top.

Louis Vuitton image: IMAXtree

London girls have fully exhausted this trend by now, but this simple style is perfect for day-two hair that's in need of a wash.

Mary Katrantzou image: IMAXtree

This look is proof that bold lips don't need to be dressy or worn with a face full of makeup. Paired with fresh, glowing skin, this red lip is perfect for day.

Carlos Miele image: IMAXtree

These lashes may be a bit much for everyday, but try a plum or navy mascara for a more wearable version.

Stella McCartney image: IMAXtree

This looks a lot harder than it is. The easiest way to get it is to coat your lips in a good lip balm then apply two different lip pencils, blending in the middle.

Holly Fulton image: IMAXtree

We've preached about the 'glow' for season upon season but take it one step further by adding a little gloss to the tops of your cheekbones.

Alexander Wang image: IMAXtree

Leave the pencils behind and go gel to get this strong look. You'll have more control over the shape with a fluid, and by using a small brush, you'll be able to plot out the shape before you fill it in.

Lanvin image: IMAXtree

I think we're all tired of hearing the word "oxblood" but this dark and bold shade is here to stay. Try pairing it with glowing skin for a more casual look.

Gucci image: IMAXtree

Leave silver and gold in 2011 and opt for warm copper and bronze instead. Perfect for day or night, this is a one-step look that is special but not high-maintenance.

Vera Wang image: IMAXtree

This is hardly a new trend, but thanks to English supermodel Cara Delevingne, girls around the world are coveting bigger brows. Her secret to keeping them tamed is clear brow gel. Use it to manage the direction of the hairs and it will stay all day.

Preen image: IMAXtree

To get this look, try blending a darker shadow through the lower lash line and opting for a lighter color up top.

Louis Vuitton image: IMAXtree

London girls have fully exhausted this trend by now, but this simple style is perfect for day-two hair that's in need of a wash.

Mary Katrantzou image: IMAXtree

This look is proof that bold lips don't need to be dressy or worn with a face full of makeup. Paired with fresh, glowing skin, this red lip is perfect for day.

Carlos Miele image: IMAXtree

These lashes may be a bit much for everyday, but try a plum or navy mascara for a more wearable version.

Stella McCartney image: IMAXtree

This looks a lot harder than it is. The easiest way to get it is to coat your lips in a good lip balm then apply two different lip pencils, blending in the middle.

Holly Fulton image: IMAXtree

We've preached about the 'glow' for season upon season but take it one step further by adding a little gloss to the tops of your cheekbones.

Alexander Wang image: IMAXtree


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