What is the pastel lash trend?
We’ve seen whimsically long and fluffy lashes on runways in the past, but this year at Prada, models including Kendall Jenner and Gigi Hadid donned faux creations in anything but black. Recreate the look with eyeshadow and coloured mascara — think romantic pink, ladylike lavender or edgy khaki.
How to recreate the pastel lash trend:
There are several ways to nail this trend, depending on how much time and patience you have up your sleeve. Start by curling the lashes using an eyelash curler and prepping them with a primer (should you have one on hand). Next, select a coloured mascara in your preferred shade and apply the initial coat, layering it as you desire. For a more striking and runway-esque appearance, take a dense packing brush, dip it into an eyeshadow shade similar to your chosen mascara, and apply generously at the lash base. Alternatively, if you would prefer a simpler approach like Prada, consider utilising your trusted eyelash glue and acquiring a pair of pastel falsies in your preferred hue. Simply apply to the lash line using glue and voila! Fun, fluttery lashes in less than a minute.
What you’ll need:
- Mecca Max Lash Curler E1, $18.
- L’Oreal Paris Paradise Lash Primer, $32.99, from Farmers.
- ColourPop BFF Mascara, $15.
- MORPHE MORPHE X MEREDITH DUXBURY 35 Pan Artistry Palette, $71, from Mecca.
- Velour Lashes Lash Adhesive Pen, $41, from Sephora.
- Paintlab Pink Palace Lashes, $34, from Sephora.
How we’re wearing it:
We always encourage getting experimental with your beauty looks here at FQ – and pastel lashes is certainly one that you can have a lot of fun with. Got a party or event on the horizon? Try matching your lash colour to your outfit. Or, in a similar fashion to Prada’s FW23 show, pair your vivid lashes with a pared back palette of neutrals to really make your glam pop.
