Runway Revelations: Decoding the Captivating Beauty Trends of NYFW 2024

As the streets of New York City come alive with the energy of a new fashion season, the city's style elite descend upon the runways, eager to catch a glimpse of the trends that will shape the beauty landscape for the year ahead. From the edgy and futuristic to the effortlessly wearable, the Spring/Summer 2024 collections at New York Fashion Week have unveiled a captivating array of beauty inspirations, each one poised to capture the hearts and imaginations of fashion enthusiasts worldwide.

Unveiling the Allure of NYFW's Beauty Forecast

Barely-There Blush: The New Flush of Sophistication

The days of bold, flushed cheeks may be behind us, as the runways have ushered in a new era of barely-there blush. This subtle, natural-looking flush is the epitome of understated elegance, allowing the skin's natural radiance to shine through. Backstage at Monse, lead makeup artist Patrick Ta masterfully applied the Major Headlines Double-Take Crème & Powder Blush Duo, carefully selecting shades that complemented each model's complexion. Meanwhile, at Jason Wu, models strutted down the runway with a healthy glow, achieved by layering the brand's powder blush over Kate Somerville's MEGA-A Transforming Serum. The PH5 show took a slightly bolder approach, with models donning either orange or berry-colored blush that was strategically dragged across the nose for a subtle sun-kissed effect.

Embracing the '90s: Ash-Toned Shades Make a Comeback

The enduring influence of the '90s continues to captivate the fashion world, and this season's makeup is no exception. At the Palomo Spain show, key makeup artist Marcelo Gutierrez used MAC Cosmetics' M.A.Cximal Silky Matte Lipstick to create an ashy, cool-toned lip that perfectly encapsulated the pivotal decade. Over at Kim Shui, makeup artist Romero Jennings took a more versatile approach, applying a mix of MAC lipliners in Stone, Chestnut, or Cork, combined with the M.A.Cximal Silky Matte Lipstick in Honey Love or Caviar, to cater to models with a range of skin tones.

Glassy Skin: The Radiant, Makeup-Free Allure

While the no-makeup look is not entirely new, many brands have embraced it wholeheartedly this season, opting for completely makeup-free faces on the runway. At Collina Strada, models showcased flowing waves, their skin enhanced only by the use of Dieux Skin products. Prabal Gurung followed suit, with lead makeup artist Sil Bruinsma using Peach & Lily Glass Skin Veil Mist to create a glassy sheen, and Tweezerman Classic Stainless Steel Tweezer to define lashes without the use of mascara. Tommy Hilfiger's "all-American girl" vibe was perfectly captured through a simple look that offered a bit of glow, a strong brow, and minimal additional makeup.

Embracing the Soft Side: Baby-Pink Hues Take Center Stage

Makeup artist Romy Soleimani's creation of the "Sandy Pink" for the Sandy Liang runway show was a standout moment. By combining Estée Lauder's Social Whirl Pure Color Whipped Matte Lip Color with a touch of the shade Air Kiss and a hint of white pigment, Soleimani captured the essence of the designer's aesthetic. Complementing this baby-pink theme, makeup artist Fara Homidi designed a pink under-eye blush with metallic sparkle using SHEGLAM Color Bloom Liquid Blush for the Phillip Lim show.

Avant-Garde Artistry: Embracing Abstract Beauty

While the clean girl makeup trend has dominated in recent seasons, some designers have opted for a more abstract and avant-garde approach to beauty. At Nanushka, Fara Homidi applied tiny silver lines down the center of the lip, the bridge of the nose, and extending from the eye, creating a striking, almost fingerprint-inspired design. Inspired by a similar concept, makeup artist Yadim Carranza used MAC Cosmetics to construct intricate fingerprint body art that extended from the forehead to the chest at the AREA show. At the Alaïa show, Pat McGrath took a more minimalist approach, using her Sublime Perfect Concealers in either two shades lighter or two shades darker than the model's skin tone to create a bold block of color across the eyes.

Banged Bobs: The Cutting-Edge Hairstyle of the Season

If you've been contemplating a change, this season's runways might just be the push you need to take the plunge and get bangs. Backstage at Christian Cowan, Lacey Redway created sleek, black micro-bobs with a blunt bang that reached just above the eyebrow, adding a punk-rock edge and smoothing the look with TRESemmé Extra Hold Hairspray. In contrast, the L'AGENCE show embraced a more romantic take on bangs, with lead hairstylist Liz Rim using IGK hair products to create a soft wave and looser fringe.

Cherry-Red Lips: A Classic Shade with a Modern Twist

Red lips have long been a staple in the beauty world, and this season's version is brighter and more in-your-face than ever before. Makeup artist Michela Wariebi used Tarte's Juicy Vinyl in Apple, Juicy Lip Liner in brown, and Juicy Plumping Lip Oil to create a glossy-red lip at the Alice + Olivia show. At Maria Mcmanus, Romy Soleimani opted for a matte version, using Esteé Lauder's Double Wear 24H Stay-in-Place Lip Liner in Red and Pure Color Explicit Matte Lip in the shade Heartbeat. Ulla Johnson, on the other hand, took a more subtle approach, with an ombré red lip that started in the center and blurred out towards the edges.