MAC Cosmetics Makeup Looks For Fall 2008
Highlights of the MAC Cosmetics Fall 2008 Makeup Collection
Aug 9, 2008
When it comes to finding out what is hot in the world of makeup, one needs to look no further than MAC Cosmetics. Their seasonal trends in makeup are seen on the hottest runway shows around the world. At New York's Fashion Week, their artists' work was seen on more than 70 runways including Zac Posen, Carolina Herrera, and Catherine Malandrino.
For some of the hottest looks, MAC has conveniently broken their fall collections into several different segments all which feature key trends for the 2008 season of fall makeup.
The Eyes Have It
A smokey eye is almost always in season, and for 2008 MAC Cosmetics has chosen to take that look and create color collections that work for virtually everyone. One can choose between the palette of deep blues and violets of MAC's "Dark Dimension" collection or turn to a beautiful blend of moss greens and muted golds for a more romantic take on this classic fall look.
The minimalist makeup wearer can still make a statement by choosing to pair a neutral, almost indectable color swept over the entire lid with a strong, prominent eyebrow, as demonstrated in "English Roses." Or, one could highlight the eye with a simple touch of bright color, a bright pink or muted wine, in the crease of the eye or lightly swept under the lower lash line.
Regardless of which look is used in fall of 2008, the eyebrow is a definite focal point to any look. Elongated, filled-in, and dramatic, the eyebrow frames the face and shows off the other features. Must haves for this season are an angle brush, such as the MAC 216 for defining the eyebrow with powder, and a brow grooming gel or clear mascara for setting and grooming the brows.
The Perfect Pout - Lips
The trend for lips in fall 2008 is all about going from one extreme to the other. If wearing a smokier, more dramatic eye, opt for one of the minimalist, no-muss fall collections by MAC. Both the "Bare and Breezy" and "Sweet Baby Jane" collections offer colors that take your natural lip shade and kick it up a notch. The result is an innocent softness that compliments any look.
For those who prefer the drama that fall has to offer, MAC does not disappoint. "Glamodrama" and "De-Vine", two of the most colorful collections offered for fall 2008 both promote burgundies, grapes, and wines with such intensity that they appear to have been plucked right from the vines of the best vineyards in the world. One look goes so deep with color that the result is intentionally black - yes, black.
Shine is also big this season, and throughout the collection each and every lip look is finished with either the muted shine of a tinted lip conditioning product or the glass-like finish of MAC cult classic, Lipglass.
The Flawless Face
Going au naturel has never been more in style. The look for a flawless face begins with a foundation primer to smooth and refine the skin. Topping the primer is foundation and concealer only where needed and blended thoroughly. Long gone are the bronze-toned blushes of summer. Fall 2008 is all about subtle hues that look as though they are coming from within the skin, such as MAC Fleur Power and Pinch Me. Creating a flawless, subtle canvas shows off the trends chosen for the eyes and the lips.
Summary of the Collections
The MAC Cosmetics collection for fall 2008 offers bits and pieces that will work for everyone. Those who prefer to make a statement with color will enjoy the bold looks for eyes that are offered throughout the palettes of Dark Dimension, Flora and Fauna, and Glamodrama. Useable for every day, Honed and Seventease offer muted shades that work for the office, but still look current and fresh enough for a night on the town.
Visit MAC Cosmetics for more information or to preview any of the upcoming collections. More information on the trends for makeup for fall 2008 can be found here.
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