The open festival grounds await; as droves of fans descend in feverish anticipation of their favourite artists and bands set to hit the stage. There’s no apprehension of whether it’s a full-day affair, or if the weather is unrelenting; somehow, a music festival is the exception to your modus operandi (when you pass up on bed-rotting) and where inner inhibitions are released. No matter what part of the world you reside, it’s safe to say, a music festival often demands your very best and at times, OTT efforts. It’s a fitting time to break out that pair of glitter boots, show off your dizzying colour palette and don on imaginative make-up for the fun of it all.
So given that we’re in the throes of festival season—still living off the Lollapalooza high, with Summer Sonic hot on the heels, before more HITC (Head In The Clouds) hits a closer part of Asia in Jakarta, we’re keeping the good vibes flowing. By way of inedible festival beauty inspo of course—within an incredulous headspace where latte make-up and clean-girl beauty don’t exist—with only stupefying looks to make the occasion really count.
While our favourite celebrities remain to be part of this illustrious mood board, that’s not to say the looks are entirely unattainable. Instead, venturing out of your comfort zone of your failsafe make-up essentials could be easier than you think. So this season, we dare you to choose something different, something head-turning and one to add to your beauty alter-ego.
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Nose bridge bling
If you still wish to opt for a minimal base, go ahead. Just accentuate your nose bridge, with a simple detail that can glide on via a sticker or a temporary embellishment. As seen here on Rei from IVE, consider this a new spot to flaunt your jewellery. Or if you prefer something more graphic, take cues from Troye Sivan’s rendition.
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Nose bridge bling
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Headgear drip
Live out your royal dreams dripping in pure iridescence. An embellished chain doubles up as a sophisticated hairpiece as you match it to the shades on your lids as well.
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Headgear drip
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Excess eye shimmer
In case you missed it, NewJeans dominated the Lollapalooza stage in Chicago just two weeks ago. But beyond their infectious tracks and individual stage prowess, they too, shone literally eye-catching flecks of shimmer over and around their peepers.
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Excess eye shimmer
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Futuristic embellishments
For something more alien and out of the typical beauty box, try framing your eyes with facial stickers and temporary tattoos like Maya from XG. Another step in the dystopian direction? Halsey coolly serving a pastel green palette alongside strategically-placed silver facial studs.
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Futuristic embellishments
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Skunk do
Yes, you heard it right. The edgy ’90s hair trend has been reappearing of late and while this might seem too much of a risk to flaunt in the office, a rambunctious festival s0unds like the perfect excuse.
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Skunk do
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Braids with a twist
The braid fever is not going away anytime soon. But while you are at it, accentuate your stack of baby-braids with flirty ribbons à la Lola Tung or colourful streaks of hair extensions to draw more attention to your tresses.
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