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Elson

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PAT MCGRATH LABS MatteTrance Lipstick in Executive Realness

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Pat McGrath Labs Love Collection SatinAllure Lipstick – Crimson Ecstasy

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Fenty Beauty: The Disruptor That Set the BarRihanna didn’t just launch a beauty brand—she launched a movement. Fenty’s Stunna Lip Paint in “Uncensored” is a true red that flatters every skin tone, no question.
Must-Have Shade: “Unveil” — a decadent brown for soft glam and bold moments alike.

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Fenty Beauty Stunna Lip Paint Longer Fluid Lip Colour Uncensored

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Colé: Beauty Built for MelaninFounded by Diarrha N’Diaye-Mbaye, Ami Colé is designed with melanin in mind. Clean, hydrating, and glow-enhancing, their lip oils and lip tints bring a sheer, buildable vibe that lets your skin shine through.
Must-Have Shade: “Excellence” Lip Treatment Oil — a subtle wash of berry that enhances without overpowering.

£ $20

Ami Cole Lip Oil

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Mented Cosmetics: Nudes That Actually NudgeBuilt on the idea that nude shouldn’t mean beige, Mented crafts nudes that feel natural on brown and Black skin. No ashy undertones. No settling. Just perfection.
Must-Have Shade: “Dope Taupe” — the neutral that feels like your lips, only better.

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Mented Dope Taupe

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UOMA Beauty: Bold Color, Bigger MissionFounded by Nigerian-born Sharon Chuter, UOMA is high-glam with heritage. Their lipsticks are statement-makers in both pigment and purpose.
Must-Have Shade: “Maya” — a deep terracotta-red that pairs like magic with gold highlighter.

£ 19.00

UOMA Maya

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Beauty Bakerie: Sweet, But StrongThis Black-owned brand is known for long-lasting formulas and delicious colour stories. Their liquid lipsticks are smudge-proof and selfie-proof.
Must-Have Shade: “Waffle Things” — a moody plum that looks luxe in low light.

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Juvia’s Place: Pigment PowerhouseBeloved for bold eyeshadows, Juvia’s lip range brings the same energy. Think high-impact color for high-impact women.
Must-Have Shade: “Toffee” — a warm brown nude perfect for layering or wearing solo.

£ $15.00

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These aren’t just lipsticks. They’re affirmations. They say: you are seen, you are stunning, and you were never too much — the market just wasn’t enough. Until now. The beauty game has changed, and these brands didn’t just make space for women of colour — they built thrones. Wear the shade. Own the moment. Run the file.

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Iconic British make-up brand Rimmel London has been a household name and part of British heritage for decades now. Known for iconic collaborations with equally iconic British supermodels like Kate Moss, Cara Delevingne, and Naomi Campbell. 

On the 8^th of April, the brand unveiled its exciting collaboration with CUPP, a popular bubble tea brand, to create a limited-edition drink menu inspired by Rimmel’s new range of fruity lip oils – Oh My Gloss! Lip Oils. This partnership celebrates Gen Z’s love for lip products, and lip oils in particular with delicious, mood-boosting fruity scents.

The Oh My Gloss! Lip Oils range features four irresistible scents – Watermelon, Coconut, Strawberry, and Pomegranate. According to a recent survey by Rimmel London, 46% of makeup enthusiasts from Gen Z consider lips to be their favourite part of their makeup routine. Additionally, 45% of respondents revealed that fruity scents enhance their mood. 

The CUPP menu is equally full of bursting flavours. The limited-edition menu includes 4 drinks, all inspired by one of the 4 glosses. Coconut Oat Milk – inspired by the Clear Cloud Coconut-scented lip oil, Watermelon Oat Matcha – inspired by the Pink Flush Watermelon-scented lip oil, Strawberry Fruit Tea – inspired by the Berry Pink Strawberry-scented lip oil and finally Pomegranate – inspired by the Vivid Red Pomegranate-scented lip oil.

Not only can customers enjoy these delectable bubble tea flavours, but they can also receive lip oil giveaways at each store over seven days. It’s a perfect opportunity to collaborate with the world of beauty whilst indulging your sweet tooth.

Amy Wanstall, Influencer Marketing & Communications Lead at Rimmel London, expressed her excitement about the collaboration, stating, “Our new Rimmel London Lip Oils are here to add a dose of juicy goodness to your makeup routine. Packed full of amazing ingredients, the new Oh My Gloss! Lip Oils are truly versatile and can be worn under your favourite Rimmel London lipstick or layered on top for an extra shine. We can’t wait for everyone to try them!”

Angharad Jackson, Brand Director at CUPP, also shared her enthusiasm, saying, “We’re so excited to reveal what we’ve been working on with Rimmel London for this exciting campaign! We loved creating these bubble teas to match the Oh My Gloss! Lip Oil collection and can’t wait to share it with our wonderful customers. Bubble tea matched to your Lip Oils – What’s not to love?!”

To make the collaboration even more special, select CUPP stores will offer the first 100 customers who purchase from the Rimmel London x CUPP menu the chance to get their hands on a complimentary lip oil. The participating stores include Camden, Manchester, Byres Rd in Glasgow, Twickenham, Nottingham, Bristol Cabot Circus, and Brighton. Make sure to mark your calendars and be among the lucky few to enjoy this fantastic offer.

The Oh My Gloss! Lip Oils are available for purchase at Boots, Superdrug, and other major retailers, both in-store and online, for £8.99 whilst their CUPP range will be available for purchase at all stores from  

Introducing Rimmel London’s Oh My Gloss! Lip Oils x CUPP Bubble Tea

Iconic British make-up brand Rimmel London has been a household name and part of British heritage for decades now. Known for iconic collaborations with equally iconic British supermodels like Kate Moss, Cara Delevingne, and Naomi Campbell. 

On the 8^th of April, the brand unveiled its exciting collaboration with CUPP, a popular bubble tea brand, to create a limited-edition drink menu inspired by Rimmel’s new range of fruity lip oils – Oh My Gloss! Lip Oils. This partnership celebrates Gen Z’s love for lip products, and lip oils in particular with delicious, mood-boosting fruity scents.

The Oh My Gloss! Lip Oils range features four irresistible scents – Watermelon, Coconut, Strawberry, and Pomegranate. According to a recent survey by Rimmel London, 46% of makeup enthusiasts from Gen Z consider lips to be their favourite part of their makeup routine. Additionally, 45% of respondents revealed that fruity scents enhance their mood. 

The CUPP menu is equally full of bursting flavours. The limited-edition menu includes 4 drinks, all inspired by one of the 4 glosses. Coconut Oat Milk – inspired by the Clear Cloud Coconut-scented lip oil, Watermelon Oat Matcha – inspired by the Pink Flush Watermelon-scented lip oil, Strawberry Fruit Tea – inspired by the Berry Pink Strawberry-scented lip oil and finally Pomegranate – inspired by the Vivid Red Pomegranate-scented lip oil.

Not only can customers enjoy these delectable bubble tea flavours, but they can also receive lip oil giveaways at each store over seven days. It’s a perfect opportunity to collaborate with the world of beauty whilst indulging your sweet tooth.

Amy Wanstall, Influencer Marketing & Communications Lead at Rimmel London, expressed her excitement about the collaboration, stating, “Our new Rimmel London Lip Oils are here to add a dose of juicy goodness to your makeup routine. Packed full of amazing ingredients, the new Oh My Gloss! Lip Oils are truly versatile and can be worn under your favourite Rimmel London lipstick or layered on top for an extra shine. We can’t wait for everyone to try them!”

Angharad Jackson, Brand Director at CUPP, also shared her enthusiasm, saying, “We’re so excited to reveal what we’ve been working on with Rimmel London for this exciting campaign! We loved creating these bubble teas to match the Oh My Gloss! Lip Oil collection and can’t wait to share it with our wonderful customers. Bubble tea matched to your Lip Oils – What’s not to love?!”

To make the collaboration even more special, select CUPP stores will offer the first 100 customers who purchase from the Rimmel London x CUPP menu the chance to get their hands on a complimentary lip oil. The participating stores include Camden, Manchester, Byres Rd in Glasgow, Twickenham, Nottingham, Bristol Cabot Circus, and Brighton. Make sure to mark your calendars and be among the lucky few to enjoy this fantastic offer.

The Oh My Gloss! Lip Oils are available for purchase at Boots, Superdrug, and other major retailers, both in-store and online, for £8.99 whilst their CUPP range will be available for purchase at all stores from  

The Oh My Gloss! Lip Oils are available for purchase at Boots, Superdrug, and other major retailers, both in-store and online, for £8.99 whilst their CUPP range will be available for purchase at all stores from  

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DEPARTMENT STORES- JOHN LEWIS AND HARRODS

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This is an opportunity to grab multiple brands across womenswear up to 30%  off from these retailers. While the sale extends across fashion, home and beauty the prices for womenswear have never looked better at these stores. This weekend John Lewis is retailing All Saints at 30% off with 25% off all other brands. Harrods has your signature investment pieces like the Jacquemus mini bag and others at a flat 30% off.

Skims

Skims is one of the most coveted lingerie and shapewear brands that has garnered the internet’s love since its launch in 2019 by reality TV star Kim Kardashian. This weekend Skims is offering up to 40% off selected items which include their bestselling items ranging from loungewear, pyjamas, and bodysuits to underwear.

NIKE 

Looking for new Gym wear? Nike has got you covered! Nike’s Black Friday sale with 35% off sitewide going up to 50% on selected items!!

Sweaty Betty

Plan to look chic in the gym with great activewear with even better sizing? Sweaty Betty is the place to be with their sales going active since November 17th with discounts ranging from 25% up to 50% during this Black Friday weekend.

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H&M

Catch H&M’s Black Friday deals this weekend with 20% off everything sitewide. Grab winter essentials, basics or housewares at this tempting price drop.

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 NOBODY’S CHILD

Grab that dress you’ve been eyeing for this festive season with Nobody’s Child 20% off sitewide sale across items this weekend.

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Ganni

While Ganni does not officially take part in the Black Friday sales they have 40% off this weekend over 263 products on their site. It is time to grab the Ganni Chelsea boots that have been on your wishlist forever.

https://www.ganni.com/en-gb/40-off/

Look Fantastic  

The online beauty retailer has up to 50% off on your favourite cult beauty products this BF weekend. This sale ranges from fragrances, skincare and makeup. The time to stock up is now.

Cult Beauty

Cultbeauty has up to 30% off skincare, haircare, makeup and fragrances today with up to 50% off on selected beauty items on their website.

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Ester Manas is a brand focused on inclusivity and sustainability, founded in 2019 by Belgian duo Ester Manas and Balthazar Delepierre. They have received acclaim from the H&M Design Award, the Hyères Festival, the ANDAM Prize and the LVMH Prize, and have been described as “the most size-inclusive brand at fashion week” by the New York Times. If Lizzo is a fan, so are we! Pieces are made from mostly dead stock and upcycled fabrics to ensure sustainability, making Ganni a good partner as they have goals to reduce carbon emissions, switch to 100% recyclable packaging, and promote rental clothing. 

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Ganni is a Danish fashion brand founded as a cashmere line by Frans Truelsen in 2000. It has since transformed to focus on ready-to-wear pieces with a minimalist, ‘cool girl’ Scandinavian style seen on celebrities like Kylie Jenner and Bella Hadid. Ganni has previously faced criticism for a lack of larger sizes and only going up to a US 12, but extended sizes to make way for collaborations with Juicy Couture, Levis, and plus-size retailer 11 Honoré. 

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Together, they have created a size-inclusive resort collection consisting of 16 pieces in sizes EU32–EU52. The capsule captures the quintessential holiday vibes with cropped t-shirts, colourful dresses, and fun bikinis for any body type. Talking to I-D Magazine, Ditte Reffstrup, Creative Director of Ganni, said they wanted to “conjure that mood you’re in when you’re going on a holiday, and everything feels so light and joy-filled” as well as something that “exuded a sense of feeling confident and sexy in your own skin”. The collection is also manufactured in an eco-friendly manner, using materials like organic cotton, recycled polyamide, and recycled polyester mesh.

Here are some of our favourite pieces from the collab: 

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Odile Gautreau wears the Ganni x Ester Manas mesh off-the-shoulder gather dress in port royale. 

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Ganni x Ester Manas Mesh Off Shoulder Gather Dress

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Mizzie Maz wears the Ganni X Ester Manas string swimsuit with diamanté emblem for the launch dinner in Paris.

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Ganni x Ester Manas String Swimsuit

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Model Cevas stuns in the Ganni x Ester Manas Relaxed Jersey T-shirt in bright white.

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Ganni x Ester Manas Relaxed Jersey T-shirt

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Maxie wears the Ganni x Ester Manas mesh halter neck gather dress in black. 

£ 265

Ganni x Ester Manas Mesh Halter Neck Gather Dress

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Beyonce & Sade

It’s sort of hard now to imagine the sensational Beyoncé before she was a sensation. However, there was, of course, a time when Beyoncé Giselle Knowles was not yet Queen Bey and known to the world as a cultural icon. In 1997 Beyoncé first rose to fame as a member of the R&B girl group Destiny’s Child who released five albums becoming one of the best-selling girl groups of all time. Her seven studio solo albums achieved her icon status with all of them debuting at number one on the Billboard 200. She is now one of the world’s best-selling recording artists having sold over 200 million records worldwide.

She cites many artists as having a crucial influence on her sound and career such as Michael Jackson, Madonna, Tina Turner, Diana Ross, Whitney Houston, and the super sensual sophisti-pop singer Sade Adu.

 “For years I’ve turned to Sade for inspiration – I cannot even begin to count the nights, days, hard times – when I need her – she is there, to inspire me, and brighten me. Her music has been a true friend, as all true music should be. Thank you SADE. Love, Beyoncé”.  

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For those unfamiliar with the Nigerian-born British singer Helen Folasade Adu, known simply as Sade, she is the lead singer of the eponymous band and an incredibly influential soul singer with six stunning studio albums under her belt. Starting out singing back up in band the Pride, Sade formed in 1984 after her solo performances gained attention of record companies. Aailyah, Brandy, and Drake have all named her as an influence on their music with Drake even having a tattoo of the singer on his torso.

First-time listeners to Sade should start with her debut album, Diamond Life, one of the top-selling debut recordings of the ’80s and the best-selling debut ever by a British female vocalist. It’s impossible not to fall for her charms – her honey-smooth husky vocals aresoul soothing, the synth and sax create gorgeous drama, and the incredible lyrics paint stories of heartbreak and transport the listener to nocturnal 80s London. All nine songs are of the highest quality. Even if you haven’t listened to the artist, you may be familiar with the first track, ‘Smooth Operator’, about a fashionable womanising heartbreaker who Sade sees through. The song’s chorus and post-chorus are ridiculously catchy – you’ll be singing “Coast-to-coast, L.A. to Chicago” for days after listening. ‘Cherry Pie’, which describes a sweet love going sour, is another highlight on the album with clean guitar licks, breath-taking harmonies, and some very funky bass. It’s clear to see how Sade’s cool sexy sound has an effect on Beyoncé’s own musical style. With all of Sade’s discography holding gems, there’s lots to dive into if you enjoy her debut.

Sade is renowned for her super chic sense of style. She studied fashion design at Saint Martin’s School of Art and was a model before her musical career. Her outfits are clean cut and often B&W. Simple jumpers, suit trousers, sexy backless bodysuits, blue jeans, loose men’s shirts, and leather jackets make up the singer’s wardrobe – her look is timeless despite being nestled in 80s and 90s trends. With red lipstick and gold hoops Sade accessories her outfits minimally and effectively.

Doja Cat & Lauryn Hill

California rapper Doja Cat marched to the beat of her own drum from the moment she stepped into the spotlight in 2018 with her viral single ‘Mooo!’. After releasing three studio albums and a load of singles that hit the mark of pop perfection (‘Kiss Me More’, Need to Know’, ‘Woman’, ‘Get Into It (Yuh)’, ‘Say So’) she has solidified herself as one of the most exciting artists in pop music today.

Doja states an array of artists spanning different genres as influential on her work from her idol Nicki Minaj to Rihanna, Beyoncé, D’Angelo, Missy Elliott, Erykah Badu, and Jamiroquai. In an interview with The Honey Pop from 2021, Doja said that her mother’s music sounded like “poetry” to her and that one of the artists her mother would listen to was Lauryn Hill.

“My mom got me some albums when I was a kid, and they were Rihanna, Amy Winehouse, Beyonce, but she would listen to D’Angelo and Jamiroquai and Lauryn and Erykah… When she would play Busta and Lauryn, it sounds more than music to me. It sounds like poetry. It’s entertaining to listen to. And I was always really inspired by that.”

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Dua Lipa, Britney Spears, SZA, Jay-Z, Nas, Lil’ Kim, and K-pop artist Jennie of Blackpink have also all cited Ms Lauryn Hill as influential on them. Neo-soul singer, rapper, songwriter, and producer Lauryn Hill is often credited as one of the greatest rappers of all time and as a key figure in bringing female rappers into the limelight. The New Jersey singer’s career started in 1993 when she starred in Sister Act 2 alongside Whoopi Goldberg. In high school, she formed the group which later become the iconic hip-hop trio Fugees alongside Prakazrel Michel and Wyclef Jean.

If you’re looking for a place to start with Lauryn’s music, Fugees’ second LP The Score is the perfect place to do so. Peaking at number one on the U.S. Billboard 200, it has sold more than 200 million copies worldwide. It’s an absolute staple in the hip hop genre and has undergone a resurgence in recent years with Gen Z discovering the album due to ‘Ready or Not’ and ‘Fu-Gee-La’’s popularity on TikTok. ‘Ready or Not’ is a cold ominous track that stands the test of time and displays Lauryn’s prowess as a rapper. Their cover of ‘Killing Me Softly With His Song’ became their biggest hit – and for good reason with Lauryn’s incredible vocals touching the hearts of many. ‘Fu-Gee-La’ is super catchy with its infectious beat and chorus that invites the listener to sing along. Overall, the album displays everything you could want from a hip hop album with smooth flows, memorable beats, and excellent productions. Despite it being almost two hours long time flies when listening to it.

Lauryn’s only solo album The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill released in 1998 is also an album any soul, R&B, hip hop, or rap fan is guaranteed to enjoy. With lush production, passionate vocals performances, and melodies that will grip you and won’t let go, it’s plain to see why the album won five Grammys. The concept of the album is airtight with Lauryn delivering several lessons through the tracks and the skits set in a school with the teacher asking the students questions about love and relationships. The album delves into several themes such as love, motherhood, heartbreak, and religion.

Lauryn is one of the key figures in influencing women’s style in hip hop culture as well as being a muse for the fashion world in general. Her style has been an inspiration for several fashion collections such as the s/s 2000 Dior collection, the 2017 hip hop collection by Alexander Wang, and the Menswear s/s 2021 Louis Vuitton collection. Associated with the revival of the natural hair movement, she is known for styling her hair in braids, locs, and afros. Lauryn’s outfits scream cool girl with her mixture of feminine dresses with more masculine pieces like sports jackets, bucket hats, and trainers. The pops of colour in her makeup and clothes make her always eye-catching. Whilst her look is a little less out there than Doja’s we definitely see the influence Lauryn has in Doja’s unique style.

Rihanna & Grace Jones

Barbadian singer, actress, and businesswoman Robyn Rihanna Fenty is an inspiration to many with eight acclaimed studio albums and 250 million record sales worldwide making her the second best-selling female music artist of all time after Madonna. Of course, she has people she admires herself and has Madonna, Mariah Carey, Bob Marley, Prince, and Janet Jackson as among her influences.

Grace Jones certainly inspires Rihanna’s style with Rihanna recently donning an ensemble very similar to Jones’ style throughout the years.Lady Gaga, Annie Lennox, Lorde, and Nile Rodgers have all spoken about Jones as an influence on their music.

The model, singer, and actress was born in Jamaica and moved to New York as a teenager. She started off as a model in the 70s before being signed by Island Records and releasing her debut album Portfolio in 1977. She really shined however when she ditched her disco sound in favour of new wave in the 80s. Jones’ fifth album Nightclubbing is the easiest place to start with her music. Though the album is genre-bending mixing elements of disco, with new wave, reggae, art pop, and R&B and therefore at first a little inaccessible to unfamiliar ears hits ‘Pull Up to the Bumper’ and ‘Demolition Man’ are sure to sway any sceptical listener. Slinky, smoky, and mechanical it’s a mood setter for a drizzly cold evening.

Jones has been a muse for designers Issey Miyake and Thierry Mugler as well as for photographer and artist Andy Warhol. Renowned for her androgynous looks inspired by gay culture she is often pictured wearing sharp suits, gloves, and a scarf headdress blending the lines between masculine and feminine dress. She is famous for wearing striking eye make-up, contour that accentuates her high cheekbones, a red lip, and her boxy short haircut.

Shygirl & Róisín Murphy

Our favourite new rapper, DJ, and singer-songwriter Shygirl has some varied influences – unsurprising considering her distinctive sound. The hyperpop nymph Blane Muse from South London, whose debut album Nymph dropped last year, listed Mariah Carey, Aphex Twin, Madonna, Rihanna, Björk, and Irish electropop singer Róisín Murphy as among her biggest influences in an interview with MTV.

Róisín Murphy has been making obscenely good off-the-wall electronic art pop, disco, and house music since 1994 when she first formed the duo Moloko alongside her romantic partner at the time Mark Brydon. If you want to dive into the band’s work a good place to start is their fourth and final album Statues from 2003. Since Murphy and Brydon had split before the album was made but as the group were contractually obliged to make another album Murphy handled most of the project without the help of Brydon setting the stage for her solo career. Statues is a buoyant energetic album that documents the milestones of a relationship before its disintegration with lyrics about heartbreak set to funky house instrumentals. Standout tracks are the grand ‘Forever More’ and the funky magical ‘Familiar Feeling’ although the whole album is perfect for hitting the dancefloor to.

As for Róisín’s solo albums, her latest Róisín Machine encapsulates everything that makes her so captivating as an artist. The nu-disco album features ten insanely replayable tracks all hypnotic due to the repetitive house beats and majestic spoken-word vocals. The album starts with the perfect dance track ‘Simulation’ which entrances the listener with the Daft Punk-esque synths and echoey vocals. ‘Kingdom of Ends’ is one of the best build-ups in a song with the track promising to erupt into a euphoric party at any moment but never quite delivering the satisfaction. The stupidly sexy ‘Shellfish Mademoiselle’ is a thumping rhythmic track that just oozes sleazy charm.

Although both Shygirl and Rósín Murphy are house artists their music completely differs with Róisín projecting an 80s-inspired deep house sound and Shygirl giving us house mixed with hip hop and electronica to create a cold futuristic vibe. Despite this Róisín’s experimental spirit clearly runs deep in Shygirl too with both artists bending genres to achieve new sounds.

Murphy described her performances as “a bit like The Rocky Horror Picture Show” in The Financial Times due to her audience’s tendency to dress up to mimic Murphy’s outlandish style. Avant-garde is the term that springs to mind when looking at Murphy’s experimental costumes that she wears on stage. Her looks are reminiscent of the 90s NYC club kids with boxy outfits in bright primary colours, Sioux Sioux eyeliner, and wacky concepts such as a yeti suit or a 3 headed headpiece. She can easily channel her sexy side too with her latex one-pieces and suits serving steamy coolness.

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The album, which was released on the 27^th January, displays a welcome departure from Lil Yachty’s established trap sound and moves towards soulful neo-psychedelia. Praise for the evolution has poured in from all corners of the music sphere with Clash Magazine, Rolling Stone, social media, and even Grammy-winning musician Questlove hyping up the rapper.

Miles Parks McCollum, the rapper known as Lil Yachty and sometimes as Lil Boat, is from Georgia. Dropping out of Alabama State University in 2015 to pursue his rap career, he first gained recognition shortly after when his singles ‘One Night’ and ‘Minnesota’ from his debut EP exploded on the internet. He managed to seat himself in the prime position for fame as the world became engrossed in SoundCloud and “mumble” rap stars such as Lil Peep, XXXTentacion, Lil Uzi Vert, and Juice Wrld. The number of streams of ‘iSpy’, the Kyle track he featured on in 2016, displays his popularity with its 480M views on YouTube. With collabs with Migos, Young Thug, Gucci Man, Lil Baby, Offset, Cardi B, Wiz Khalifa, Drake, DaBaby, Kodak Black, and Diplo there’s no doubt of Lil Yachty’s impact.

Over the last few years, the SoundCloud rap style has taken a backseat with the revival of neo-soul, R&B, and psychedelia triggered by the likes of Danger Mouse & Black Thought with their warm mellow production, Silk Sonic and their soulful lush melodies, and Tame Impala’s trancey sound. In a talk before his album release, which Yachty shared on his Instagram, he told the crowd, “This album is so special and dear to me. I think I created it just because I really wanted to be taken seriously as an artist. Not just some SoundCloud rapper. Not just some mumble rapper. Not just some guy who made one hit. I wanted to be taken serious because music is everything to me. I respect all walks of music, not just rap and hip hop. Everything.”

“I really wanted to be taken seriously as an artist”

Lil Yachty

The psychedelic genre allows Yachty to explore and experiment with a new direction to the fullest ability. With the help of many of the leading alternative producers and songwriters such as the slacker rock SoundCloud famed Alex G, beloved indie rock hero Mac Demarco, the bold electropop duo Magdalena Bay, MGMT’s Ben Goldwasser, and Chairlift’s Patrick Wimberley, the rapper has developed an unconventional sound through the amalgamation his soft trap vocals with wavy instrumentals.

The opening track ‘the BLACK seminole’ sets the listener on a voyage with its rolling bassline, tight jazzy drumbeats, and echoey guitar solo. Yachty lets us know he’s not playing anymore drolling in his autotuned vocals, “No time to joke around, the kid is now a man” before Diana Gordon ends the track with some impressive cries which wouldn’t be amiss on Pink Floyd’s Darkside of the Moon. At times the instrumentals sound otherworldly and alien like on ‘the ride-’ with the contrast between the deep distorted bass and the high-pitched electronic synths. One of the standouts on the album is ‘running out of time’ where the groovy slow instrumentals and Lil Yachty’s laidback delivery juxtapose the lyrics that lament the loss of a relationship. Another surprise comes with the track ‘pRETTY’ in which Lil Yachty taps into his feminine side singing, “I am so damn pretty” and “I am too sexy”. He even pops a “bestie” in there which is guaranteed to make you smile. Mac Demarco and Alex G team up to provide the background instrumentals to Lil Yachty’s moving monologue about overcoming frustrations on ‘:(failure:)’. On ‘THE zone~’ Lil Yachty contemplates his career and his new direction pleading, “I’m so far gone/Can you take me back home?”, whilst guitars fuzz in the background. The song flows into ‘WE SAW THE SUN’ where Yachty’s anxieties are abated temporarily by his kaleidoscope-like visions. The song ends with a smooth sample from adored painter Bob Ross. Diana Ross takes centre stage on the impossibly mellow number ‘drive ME crazy!’. ‘sAy sOMETHINg’ features cascading autotuned vocals from Lil Yachty resulting in an earworm you won’t be able to – or want to – shake from your head. The album ends with ‘REACH FOR THE SUNSHINE’ a track that crackles with different elements trying to grasp the audience’ attention and Lil Yachty’s demonic cackles. For a nearly hour-long album, it’s impressive that there isn’t a single skippable song in sight

A music video for ‘SAy SOMETHINg’ was released on the same day as the album. Rich warm reds fill the shots and the dreamy transitions between Lil Yachty and his girlfriend (played by the gorgeous Anok Yai) talking in a plush dinner to the couple cruising around in a vintage car create a surreal feeling. The video takes an ominous turn after Yachty tells his girlfriend he loves her much too early – they’ve only been dating for two weeks! A waitress appears with an uncanny valley smile plastered on her face (similar to the album’s Aphex Twin-esque AI-generated album cover), his girlfriend becomes mouth-less before the table stretches drifting her away from him, and the baby he imagines them having pops into dust along with his love. The style in the video is impeccable with Yai dressed in a boxy leather jacket with glittering gold chain earrings before changing into a luminous white fur coat. Lil Yachty’s best fit is a sequined red and white shirt paired with baggy ripped light wash jeans and 70s orange square shades. Crowns & Owls, who have worked with the artists Slowthai, Skepta, and PinkPantheress as well as brands Nike and Diesel, direct the video.

The transition is such a surprise to fans, particularly because of Lil Yachty’s recent success with trap single ‘Poland’, which was released last year and went viral on TikTok. Despite the initial shock, we are delighted that Lil Yachty’s experimentations have resulted in the fun out-there hallucinatory sounds of Let’s Start Here and we can’t wait to see where Lil Yachty’s journey takes him next.

Words By: Molly Sutherland

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The looks were created to accompany and flatter newcomer designer, Sohee Park’s new breath-taking collection, and they did just that. Crafted by MUA, Bea Sweet, with the assistance of the UK KVD Beauty Events Team, powerful grungy makeup looks effortlessly supported the Haute Couture designs. 

Below we have included the products used to create these masterpieces and some descriptions as to how we can also achieve these showstopping looks. 

Metallic Pink Eyes and a Deep Red Lip 

The first look that we are obsessed with by KVD Beauty is all about metallic pink eyes and bold red lips. 

This look includes a dream-like pink that is diffused into the contours of the eyes and pulled down into the cheeks to create an almost ombre effect with the model’s skin tone. To create these alluring eyes, Bea used the KVD Magenta Super Pomade and Mod Con Gel blush in Glasscade. 

To contrast the eyes, Bea used a sharp deep crimson lip that was custom mixed for each model using different shades of red and black Everlasting hyperlight Liquid lipsticks.

The model styled the Good Apple Foundation Balm alongside the Lock it Loose Powder to get that light effortless coverage that she rocks so well. 

£ 17.20

KVD Beauty Super Pomade Vegan Eyeliner – Magenta Pink

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£ 34

KVD Beauty Good Apple Skin-Perfecting Foundation Balm

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£ 27

KVD Beauty Lock-It Setting Powder

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£ 25

KVD Beauty ModCon Liquid-Gel Blush In Glascade

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£ 22

KVD Beauty Go Big Or Go Home Mascara

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£ 19

KVD Beauty Everlasting Hyperlight Liquid Lipstick – Cobra Lily

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£ 19

KVD Beauty Everlasting Hyperlight Liquid Lipstick – Black Briar

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Sparkling Silver and Brown Ombre with Red Cherry Lips 

This next look is truly mesmerising! The ombre eyes have a fusion of silver glitter and warm golden brown which makes this eye make-up really stand out and flatter the model’s eyes gorgeously. 

Bea coined this look as a ‘taupe and walnut eye’ that she smoked and smudged using the KVD Go Big or Go Home Mascara. She then highlighted the look with gold tones of the KVD Dazzle Sticks in Electro Bolt and Hail Surge. 

The make-up look also included the Mod Con Gel blush in Glowlita to create a stained blush that ties the make-up together beautifully. 

Finally, for the finishing touch, Bea used a deep crimson lip that was also like the previous look, custom mixed for the model using different shades of red and black Everlasting Hyperlight Liquid Lipsticks. 

£ 38

KVD Beauty Moon Garden Eyeshadow Palette

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£ 23

KVD Beauty Dazzle Stick – Electro Bolt

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£ 23

KVD Beauty Dazzle Stick – Flash Storm

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£ 19

KVD Beauty Tattoo Pencil Liner – Trooper Black

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£ 22

KVD Beauty Go Big Or Go Home Mascara

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£ 21.50

KVD Beauty Super Pomade – Walnut

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£ 21.50

KVD Beauty Super Pomade – Taupe

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£ 21.50

KVD Beauty Super Pomade – Graphite

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£ 19

KVD Beauty Everlasting Hyperlight Liquid Lipstick – Cobra Lily

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£ 19

KVD Beauty Everlasting Hyperlight Liquid Lipstick – Black Briar

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The make-up looks created by Bea and the KVD Beauty Events Team are mesmerising and flamboyant. They are great looks to style if you are after a bold look that demands attention and oozes power.

These make-up looks complimented Miss Sohee’s garments effortlessly and tied the whole look together perfectly.

Words By: Sophia-Fai Roche

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Clean Them Brushes!  

Now we don’t want to bait anyone out here, but we can all agree we probably don’t clean our make-up brushes as much as we should. It’s easily done when we’re rushing to get ready, the last thing we can think of doing is deep soaking our brush collection, but when it comes to our make-up application, it makes a world of a difference. There are lots of bacteria that get clogged up within your brushes from the constant application of different products on your face. The oils and residue that are left on the brushes can be causing your breakouts to be worse which we don’t want a lot of in 2023. Cleaning your make -up brushes is super easy and there is an array of products that you can use to clean these bad boys and avoid nasty breakouts.  

Shampoo is a staple item that a lot of influencers use when cleaning their brushes as it is a household product and there’s a high chance you’ve already got some in the cupboard. Simply use a shampoo of your choice, make sure it isn’t volumising, and scrub away using a brush cleaner palette, the Brushworks one is especially good.  

For those who are looking for a more specific product to use when cleaning their brushes, the  ISOCLEAN Make-up Brush Cleaner is a great product to use as it has antibacterial benefits and leaves your brushes soft and clean, so no fears of breakouts or skin infections in sight. The Cinema Secrets Professional Brush Cleaner is a highly thought-after product for its fast-drying properties which means that you won’t have to wait hours for your brushes to dry after you have cleaned them, which is very handy. 

£ 17

ISOCLEAN Makeup Brush Cleaner

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£ 13

Cinema Secrets Professional Brush Cleaner

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£ 7.99

Brushworks Brush Cleaner Palette

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Rain or Shine, Wear That SPF 

This one isn’t unheard of, and it’s one that everyone in the beauty industry can agree is vital but like anything, it sometimes gets forgotten. Wearing SFP regardless of the weather is so important as the sun’s damaging rays can hit your skin whether it is a bright sunny day out or not, and cause skin damage. UV rays can cause premature ageing, skin cancer and sunburn so it is vital that going into 2023 we are lathering up with our sun cream.  

Some amazing products on the market suit all your sun creme needs and lifestyles. For those who want a glass skin finish, the La Roche Posay SPF 30 is a gorgeous sun cream that is brilliant for all skin complexions and has a lovely glowing finish. For those who want a sun cream that also doubles up as a primer, the Charlotte Tilbury SPF 50 is ideal as it has a lovely texture to it and is very high protection for those who are experiencing intense UV exposure. Lastly, if you’re prone to being a little lazy with your make-up routines, the Bondi Sands Face SPF is a super easy and accessible product as it is a spray-on sun cream and leaves your face with a gorgeous glow.  

Another great way to make sure your SPF is included in your skincare routine is to have a moisturiser that includes SPF within the formula. The Cerave moisturiser is an amazing moisturiser that is hailed as the holy grail by dermatologists and includes SPF protection, so it has the best of both worlds. 

£ 35.50

La Roche-Posay Hyalu B5 Aquagel SPF30

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£ 13

CeraVe Facial Moisturising Lotion SPF25

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£ 40

Charlotte Tilbury Invisible UV Flawless Primer

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£ 3.95

Bondi Sands SPF50+ Lip Balm

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£ 9

Bondi Sands Face Mist Sunscreen SPF50+

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Dry Flaky Lips, Who?

Our lips face quite a rough few months in the winter season, so it is only fair to start 2023 by giving our lips some much-needed TLC. If you want your lipstick or gloss to look luscious on your lips and glide on smoothly, then you’re going to have to put in the foundations. Exfoliating your lips once or twice a week is a necessity especially in the colder months as our lips get chapped and cracked more quickly. Having a good exfoliator is a game changer and will leave your lips feeling nourished and soft, just what you want this new year. The Fenty Pro Kiss’r Lip-Loving Scrub Stick is an apricot-infused scrub that is mess-free thanks to the amazing applicator it comes with. Burt’s Bees, the famous lip balm brand, also has an exfoliating lip scrub that has a combination of beeswax and honey crystals that will make your lips feel soft and fresh in no time.  

Another new product to start this new year off with is lip oil. Lip oil has recently been championed as better than your handy ChapStick for making your lips feel soft and cared for. The Gisou Lip Oil has been attracting attention online for how amazing it feels and looks on our lips. Infused with honey and hydrochloric hydration, this lip oil makes your lips look wet and glossy without being sticky. It plumps, defines, and hydrates your lips and it is a perfect item to have in your make-up bag for them no make-up, make-up days.  

£ 14.40

Fenty Beauty Pro Kiss’r Lip Loving Scrubstick

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£ 18

Fenty Skin Plush Puddin’ Intensive Recovery Lip Mask

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£ 7.49

Burt’s Bees Conditioning Lip Scrub

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Invest in Serums 

Serums are a game changer in the world of skincare and make-up, so if one of your New Year’s resolutions is to invest time and effort into finding the right serum for you, it won’t disappoint. The world of serums can be a little overwhelming if you are new to a skincare routine or have just never heard of them, but don’t worry, we have you covered. The serum is usually applied before your moisturiser and after your cleaner and each serum can have different properties. Hydrochloric acid is great for hydration, and Vitamin C is great if you’re looking for a radiant glow. When starting, it is best to stick to one or two serums, as if you bombard your skin with too many products, you won’t reap the benefits from the products you are using. Vitamin c is a great place to start as it does wonders for the pigmentation and overall complexion of your skin, making you appear more radiant and healthier looking. Hyaluronic acid is great for dehydrated skin, it improves the appearance of fine lines and improves your overall skin texture. The Ordinary is the go-to brand for many influencers when it comes to serums, and we can see why. The lightweight nature of The Ordinary Hyaluronic acid means that it hydrates your skin on a multi-depth level. La Roche- Posay Vitamin C Serum is a magical product as it provides both vitamin c and hyaluronic acid along with salicylic acid that helps with skin clarity. The product is great for starting as it includes three amazing products that your skin will be thankful for.  

£ 38

La Roche-Posay Pure Vitamin C10 Serum

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£ 6.50

The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5

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Words by Sophia-fai Roche

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There’s often some crossover between cities in terms of runway trends but this year we saw each city put its own unique twist on things. Here, we’ve compiled the must-have fashions from each city.

Get on board with the official return of cargo pants.

The utility trend is without a doubt the one trend that’s capturing the attention of fashion ladies across this season. Milan and Paris both saw a utility-chic takeover. With giant pockets gracing microskirts, waistcoats, minuscule bra tops, and pencil skirts, the trend received the Miu Miu treatment. Isabel Marant deviated from her trademark boho chic by showcasing loose wit co-ords with several giant pockets and strap embellishments. Jil Sander, Fendi and Diesel also all carried this trend in Milan.

£ 79.99

Manière De Voir CARPENTER CARGO TROUSERS

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£ 38

Luxe To Kill Stone Cargo Mini Skirt

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£ 79.99

Manière De Voir SKIRT OVERLAY CARGO PANTS

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The humble trench coat made differently

The fashion industry’s uniform has integrated tailoring as an essential component. The current trend favours looser silhouettes, and there are countless ways to style each component of a suit (blazer, pants, and waistcoat) by rearranging them with dresses or jeans. This season the stylish showgoers in Paris demonstrated that less is more by dressing in muted tones. Trench coats were everywhere, yet revamped with detailing, interesting cut-outs, double lapels and bold panelling, a perfect statement piece for this Autumn.

£ 310

Acler Durham Cropped Cotton Trench Coat

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£ 333

Isabel Marant Étoile cotton and linen jacket

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£ 2,250

Alexander McQueen Asymmetric printed trench coat

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Feathers, Fringes and frills

The SS23 designs from fashion heavyweights Chanel, Valentino, and Louis Vuitton all included feathery textures that set the fashion world aflutter. Chanel’s creative director Virginie Viard presented a mostly monochromatic palette with sporadic bursts of very light pink and violet. Marabou fringing was added to classic Chanel bouclé blazers and twinsets. Feathers were the star at Valentino, providing depth and texture to a number of cream-coloured ensembles. Louis Vuitton’s SS23 collection, which included a lot of boxy shapes and embellishments, was softened by the addition of plumes to elaborately beaded lace mini-dresses.

£ 95.00

Absence of Colour LILLIAN BLAZER

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£ 29.99

Zara CORSETRY-INSPIRED TOP

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£ 240

Vineet Bahl x Anthropologie Faux-Feather-Cuff Blazer Dress

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Lace in London

Although lace is a popular style that we frequently see, this season’s designers are drawing their inspiration from an unexpected place: nightgowns (but certainly not your grandmother’s nightgowns) London displayed a beautiful array of garments that were reminiscent of dainty lingerie threads or even a wedding garter. Dresses and skirts have been embellished with lace insets to add character to otherwise plain silk materials. Christopher Kane chose to add the element to a blue minidress, while JW Anderson and Rixo combined their lace with yellow outfits.

£ 320.00

Self-Portrait Black Bonded Crepe Contrast Mini Dress

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£ 99.99

Zara EMBROIDERED SHORT DRESS

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£ 29.99

Zara LACE CORSET WITHOUT CUPS

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“Florals for spring? Groundbreaking!”

It goes without saying that each spring, designs blossom, as floral patterns and vibrant colours take centre stage. This was definitely the case in New York anyway. A variety of floral prints were displayed, but the flat and arranged patterns were the most prominent. New York was abundant in youthful and vibrant looks: Alessandro Michele of Gucci, Stuart Vevers of Coach, and others may have served as inspiration for more and more designers who now combine prints in a single outfit or piece of clothing to produce a striking appearance.

£ 206

Ted Baker Cadenza MIB Floral Sheer Dress

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£ 34

&Other Stories Printed Strappy Midi Dress

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£ 45

Stradivarius Art Collection Printed Tulle Midi Dress

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Words by Chanelle Jassim

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Lizzo

Executed by celebrity MUA Alexa Mayo, Lizzo’s stunning glow could largely be owed to Charlotte Tilbury, utilizing the brand’s Glow Toner, Magic Cream, and Magic Serum Crystal Elixir to prep her flawless skin. Lizzo’s bold blue lips were formulated using both Rock ‘n’ Kohl in Bedroom Black and Eye Colour Magic Liner Duo in Super Blue, proving the perfect partner for her subtle smokey eye that made use of the Instant Eye Palette in Smoky Eyes are Forever and Pillow Talk Push up Lashes Mascara. To top it off, her sleek hairstyle was created by Shelbeniece Swain, using GHD’s products to achieve an effortless, blunt cut look.

£ 25

Charlotte Tilbury Magic Cream

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£ 21

Charlotte Tilbury Rock ’n’ Kohl Bedroom Black

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£ 189

Ghd Helios Hair Dryer in Pastel Blue

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Latto

After blowing out and curling her hair, Hairstylist Lace Assassin used Smooth & Hold Edge Control to slick back Latto’s edges, pulling the hair into a low pony before securing it with a claw clip and topping it off with Roses Galore Perfume. When it came to nails, Eri Ishizu used square shaped, medium-length soft gel tips, coated in a light nude and complimented by french chrome tips using an Instant Chrome Pen in shade Silver Holographic. Finally, the makeup look, which used products by Deck of Scarlet, was created by MUA Meli, utilizing the brand’s Big Lash Energy Mascara to build voluminous, chunky lashes that proved the focal point of the entire look.

£ 25

Deck of Scarlet Big Lash Energy Long and Strong Tinting Mascara

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£ 10.99

TGIN Smooth & Hold Edge Control

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£ 9.71

Artistic Colour Gloss Nail Design Chrome Pen Holographic Silver

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Dove Cameron

As the winner of Best New Artist, Dove Cameron stunned audiences in more ways than one at this year’s VMA awards. Designed by manicurist Juan Alvear, Cameron’s nails featured red, black, and silver embellishments such as red roses and barbed wire, a rebellious reflection of the detail present upon Dove’s floral leather Paco Rabanbe gown. When it came to hair, Jacob Rozenberg created a Wednesday Addams inspired look through two sleek braids, a simplistic addition to her subtle white winged liner executed by Kale Teter using KVD beauty.

£ 15

Nailberry Rouge Oxygenated Nail Lacquer

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£ 40

KVD Vegan Beauty Shade + Light Refillable Face Contour Palette

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£ 15

Nails Inc. Gel Effect Nail Varnish in Black Taxi

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Doechii 

Wearing matte black grills, Doechii took her edgy ensemble to the next level at this year’s VMA awards. Hairstylist Dhairius Thomas did not only sweep her hair into a spiky bun, but elevated her look by parting the front of her hair to the side, a fierce decision that combined the classic with the contemporary when it comes to the latest trends. Doechii’s seamless smoky eye pulled the entirety of her look together, complimenting her razor-sharp, structured leather co-ord styled by Malu.

£ 68

Tom Ford Eye Color Quad Smokey Quartz

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£ 30

Armani Eyes to Kill Classico Mascara

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Lil Nas X

Makeup Artist Grace Pae used a plethora of YSL beauty products to piece together Lil Nas X’s decadent makeup look, designed to accompany his theatrical garments designed by Harris Reed. From Nu Blotting Lotion to Nu Bare Look Tint in Nu 19, Lil Nas X had a fresh, dewy complexion that remained flawless under the flashlights. To voluminize his lashes and draw attention to the eyes, Lash Clash Mascara and Crushliner #1 Noir Intense were applied, layered with Sequin Crush Eyeshadow in Bold Blue for an unforgettable finish. Göt2be’s Metallic in Blue Charcoal helped Coree Moreno create a blue-black tone atop Lil Nas X’s previously coloured hair, whilst manicurist Temeka Jackson used OPI’s products in shades Bubble Bath and Black Onyx to create geometric nail shapes that were destined to catch our eye. 

£ 12.50

OPI Nail Polish Bubble Bath Nude

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£ 27

YSL Sequin Crush Eyeshadow Louder Blue

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£ 16.95

OPI GelColor Midi Black Onyx

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Words by Gracie Eastwood 

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