Beauty Highlights From Paris Fashion Week: Five Things You Need To Know

Last, but certainly not least in the fashion week calendar, comes Paris and in a word, the Spring/Summer 2013 collections were spectacular. As usual, the beauty didn't disappoint either. From Pat McGrath's seriously stunning eye makeup at Dior to Jean Paul Gaultier's 80s icons, here are our favourite highlights from the Paris shows:

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Beauty Highlights From Paris Fashion Week
DIY hairstyles At Balmain, Chanel and Chloe, the hair was swept-back but in a simple, low-key way. From DIY plaits to loose, tucked under ponytails, uncomplicated hair was a big hit on the Paris catwalks.
Beauty Highlights From Paris Fashion Week
The no mascara, bright lip look The no mascara thing is a trend that just won't go away. At Haider Ackermann, Rochas and Dries Van Noten, the look was paired with a bright shade on the lips and bold, angular brows.
Beauty Highlights From Paris Fashion Week
Coloured-in eyes At the other end of the spectrum, eye shadow was smudged around the eyes at many of the shows. From the subtle, terracotta lids at Chloe to the metallic, icy blue at Chanel, it was the eyes that were making the statements on the catwalks. No where was this more obvious than at Gareth Pugh, where an eerie, blood red was smeared around the eyes.
Beauty Highlights From Paris Fashion Week
Dazzle at Dior If Raf Simons' debut Dior ready-to-wear collection was minimalistic, Pat McGrath did exactly the oppposite on the makeup front. Creamy eyeshadows in fuchsia, orange, turquoise and yellow were adorned with sparkling beads, while the rest of the face was left bare. These eyes did all the talking.
Beauty Highlights From Paris Fashion Week
Jean Paul Gaultier's 80s revival From Grace Jones to Boy George, Jean Paul Gaultier sent 80s icons down the catwalk, and wow, was their hair and makeup impressive. With 11 makeup looks in total, this was the ultimate lesson in how to play dress up. If you ever want to channel a pop star, this is how it's done.

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