Trends for 2016 - My predictions

Its a new year and I think we will be taking a new direction when it comes to makeup.

2015 was all about ombre/faded brows, ombre/matte over drawn lips, strong contouring and sparkling strobing.

This year I think things are going to be softer.

Lips will be a big and bright. Liquid matte lips will still be in but I think its about time gloss came back. Glossy rich shades but also fresh shiny lips.

As for contouring  - I think it will be present but in a much more natural way. The mask like creations on Instagram will be replaced with a softer look. You won't be trying to morph in to a Kardashian you will be enhancing and showing the best version of yourself. Most of the big names on the catwalk adopted a very natural base with subtle shading and highlighting.

The next look will be the no makeup makeup trend. Lots of companies are offering products that can multi task. Cream blushes and illuminating primer/ highlighters are some of my faves. All which are great when creating a barely there look.

Blue eye makeup was big across the fashion houses. From blue sparkly liner to full on eye masks in baby blue hues. I Love it. Especially for brown eyes, blue looks drop dead gorgeous.

Skincare was all about the Korean 10 step routine. This is here to stay. Thank the universe for this!
I am a firm believer in prevention over treatment. Try to prevent wrinkles so you don't have to have injectables sooner.  If you have good, healthy, hydrated skin your makeup will look flawless and you won't have to work so hard covering up blemishes and pigmentation.

As for hair, I am a bit over dip dyed hair - I am sorry! Its personal choice. I prefer the balayage trend as it was softer and more natural. Also less damaging as less bleach was involved. The long bob was super trendy in 2015. Personally I think Rosie Huntingdon-Whiteley rocked it. She looks so awesome. I like the mid length trend as it meant people could ditch the extensions and cut the dead ends. I am hoping in 2016 we see more healthy heads of hair. I'm trying my best to grown my hair so for me it will be a very boring one length cut.


My advice is try something new. Don't copy, adapt.  Catwalk trends are not always wearable but elements of them are. You may not want blue eyebrows - but you could take that blue tone and try it as a liner or add it to a smokey eye. Adapt the looks to suit your face shape and skin tone and don't be afraid to take a risk. The best thing about makeup is you can wipe it away and start again.



All of these images were taken from Vogue.co.uk/beauty from backstage at Spring/Summer catwalks.