I loved every element of this Miu Miu presentation, and considered it a major highlight of catwalk season. This is another show that I have studied and watched multiple times, so it is definitely worth a mention here. I found it absolutely breathtaking, not only for the makeup, but also because the classic silhouettes are wearable for every woman. Moody, ethereal Kate Bush vocal selections are perfectly suited for the lush setting. The Miu Miu fall collection combines modern vintage and 40s elegance, with makeup and hair that perfectly suits the look.
Imagine, if you can, a "Mildred Pierce"-era Joan Crawford with flirty dresses, glitter-covered pumps and a sense of humor...
The artistry team backstage at Miu Miu was keyed by one of my personal heroes in makeup, Pat McGrath.
Here we see the models' faces framed with a dark, thick, natural brow and a soft arch. (I grew my own brows out for a couple of months, and reshaped them a short time ago. I'm always a fan of strong brows.)
Everyone knows how much I love supersized lashes and the makeup team did not disappoint. They went all out with two layers of extra lashes added over a coat of mascara.
McGrath showed two different approaches to the lips. Some of the models are wearing a timeless "bare" lip, while others are rocking a vibrant matte red. To achieve this showstopping lip Ms. McGrath used Cover Girl Lip Perfection in Hot, mixed with Eternal to add coolness to the shade.
The hair design by Guido Palau incorporated Goody combs (like we all bought at the corner store and wore in junior high school) for a loose half-up-half-down look that wasn't too sleek or stuffy. This gives a modern and simple take on the popular "victory rolls" of the 1940s and is much less difficult to replicate than the super-coiffed old school version.
The image from the Miu Miu runway, from head to toe, is very wearable and easily achieved by most civilians who want to experiment with vintage-inspired looks.
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