It has been said that beauty is in the eye of the beholder, and the same is certainly true of this season’s beauty trends.  While last spring was all about healthy tans and beachy wavy hair, this spring is shaping up to be a little more unique - even alien.  Most of us probably cannot remember the last time neon-streaked hair or electric blue lipstick were in style, but these are just some of the oddball looks that loomed large on runways this season.   Rodarte and Anna Sui (top) painted their models’ eyes with thick liner and placed bold streaks in pink, violet, and turquoise in their hair, merging punk beauty with sophisticated, ladylike dressing. 

Louis Vuitton (above) also made an daring effort at individuality with lipstick in coral, purple, and electric blue contrasting against white makeup.   Meanwhile, Cavalli, Ferretti, and Marc Jacobs showcased Victorian-style teased-out updos; and Dolce and Gabbana, Miu Miu and Lanvin (below) paired dramatic eyeshadow with dark crimson lips.

The only common thread in these curious beauty trends?  They all seem to come from left field, and they all aim to push the boundaries of what the concept of “beauty” really is.  If it’s what you like, then blue lipstick is beautiful in and of itself.  So wear what you like - even if it’s not in line with the runway trends - and be ready to steal the spotlight.

 Clinique’s pale blue lip gloss is the kinder, gentler version of Vuitton’s shocking look.

For edgy streaks of color, Manic Panic is THE classic.

Posted on November 16th, 2007 by ashley