By Jessica Hopper
Metallics are big news in the fashion stakes this season, and true fashionistas are translating the look from clothing and accessories to make-up. Shimmering shades of silver and gold are hot for eyes right now and look fabulous against a bronzed face. Pare down the Chanel look by opting for either silver or gold – not both. Golds look fabulous on warmer complexion, while silvery hues suit icy blondes.
Start by defining features with a bronzer to give the face a sunny glow and create the perfect canvas for metallic make-up magic. We love Hoola by Benefit (£22) for a spot of natural holiday colour similar to the gorgeous tan of our Chanel model. Next, treat yourself to one of the many must-have metallics for eyes on the market at the mo. If you want to create a more edgy evening look, try a chunky metallic kohl pencil in gold or silver, and line around the completely, smudging softy at the edges. For a softer daytime look, try a sheer, shimmering shadow and lightly dust the lids, sweeping outwards for a more dreamy look.
Nails dripping in blinging golds and sexy silvers are also big news for spring/summer, so be sure to dress up your manicured mitts in metallics this season. And don't leave your tootsies out – a slick of metallic colour will glam up those new summertime sandals and skyscraper wedges in no time.
Top 5 metallics:
Chanel Lumiere D'Artifices - an úber-desirable compact of sequinned shadows (£29, 020 7493 3836)
Chanel Le Vernis Duos in Silver and Holographic – turns every nail into a shimmering metallic hologram (£18, 020 7493 3836)
MAC Eyeshadow in Goldmine – stunning gold with a frosty finish (£10)
Sisley Golden Touch – a highlighter, gloss, eyeshadow and body shimmer in one (£16.50, 020 7491 2722)
POP Beauty Glitter Stix in Silver – a chunky but soft kohl with strong colour (£5)
