Sneak Peek into Lakmé's Gypsy Collection

Lakmé make-up artist, Clint Fernandes doing a demo on Lisa Haydon

LAKMÉ UNVEILS THE GYPSY COLLECTION 

Mumbai, 20 September, 2010: Every season, Lakmé forecasts and sets the beauty and fashion trends in India in the form of a color collection. It all starts with the global trend immersion by the Lakmé team. The selected trends are translated for different types of faces and skin, and sees culmination in a collection that is co-created with the Lakmé Make up Artists and the Lakmé Grand Finale designer. The Lakmé product collection reflects the expertise of the make up artists and the creativity of the designer.   This season, Lakmé is launching the “Gypsy Collection” along with Lakmé Grand Finale designer Malini Ramani. Malini has captured the nomadic influences from around the world to create an inspired collection, perfectly suited for the Indian woman.

N. Rajaram, Vice President, Lakmé says “Lakmé through the years has constantly evolved to keep pace with the effervescent, ever changing Indian woman and present to her an exciting and everlasting beauty experience, through its exclusive range of products. This season, Lakmé will introduce the Gypsy Collection. The global fashion and beauty trends have been analyzed by our team and, Lakmé Make-up Experts Cory and Clint have ensured that the Gypsy Collection, like all our creations, is fashioned for the modern Indian woman whilst retaining these trends. The collection will be showcased by designer Malini Ramani at the Lakmé Grand Finale.”

Shraddha Kapoor, Indrani Dasgupta, Lisa Haydon

Lakmé Grand Finale Designer Malini Ramani said “The Lakmé Gypsy collection is dedicated to the Gypsy within us all. I’ve been involved in the creation of the collection from the initial stages. It’s been a great experience working with the Lakmé team and Cory and Clint.” Clint Fernandes, Lakmé Make-up Expert shares his experiences while developing the collection, “I researched a lot of ethnic communities in detail from around the world and picked out elements that are typical to them yet could be tailored to the contemporary scenario.”   In Cory Wallia’s opinion, the Gypsy collection, like all other Lakmé collections, encapsulates a brand philosophy of delivering world class products customized for the Indian woman.   The palette is in sync with the festive and celebratory mood of the winter season.  The products in the range have are earthy yet vibrant colors and a satin texture.

Vogue India decodes LFW's Beauty Trends: Day 1

There were collections and there was the presentation. Beauty took centre stage at the Lakme Fashion Week on day one with bold colors, nude lips and Amy Winehouse-inspired updos. A look at our favorite shows that rocked the beauty boat.

Krishna Mehta

Buffed up in nudes, Krishna Mehta’s show was subtle elegance and grace. The makeup was all about chiseled bones, immaculate eyes with a hint of blue and green and an Amy Winehouse-inspired beehive updo. The idea was to enhance the face without going overboard with colors.

Pragya and Megha for Gen Next

If there was an award for innovative hair pieces, it would definitely have gone to the newest mother-daughter designer duo, Pragya and Megha Samor. The hair was wrapped up in a tight bun and the straw hair pieces in neon colors added more than just glamour to the whole outfit. Add an orange lip and its fun all the way.

Frome by Soumitra

It was Bengali elegance and simplicity at Soumitra Mondal with laid back waves and a middle parting. The makeup was flawless, the eyes super sharp and winged while the cheekbones dabbed on a bit more bronzer.

Manish Arora

Think Katy Perry on acid, Manish Arora’s shine and sparkle at the Lakme fashion Week was aspirational beauty at its best. Dramatic eyes, sparkly lips and multi-colored lashes – the psychedelic look can be incorporated into your day if you could just stick to one element instead of going all out. Stick to the lips or the eyes, never do both.

NYFW S/S 2011 Make-up Trends: Oscar de la Renta

"The clothes are so beautiful - classic Oscar," says make-up artist Gucci Westman. "We wanted the girls to be vibrant and happy and chose to highlight the face with rich green shades on the eye. The jewel-tones just pop and compliment the entire collection. It's a great way to lighten up the traditional smoky eye for spring."  The eye was actually called Venetian Blue and the Matte Eyeshadow was paired with the ColorStay 12 Hour Eyeshadow Quad in Silver Fox which hits stores in October.

Eyes
Revlon Grow Luscious Mascara in Blackest Black 
Revlon ColorStay Liquid Liner in Blackest Black
Revlon Luxurious Color Eyeliner in Black Velvet
Revlon Luxurious Color Perle Eyeshadow in Black Galaxy

Face
Revlon Cream Blush in Rosy Glow

Lips
Revlon ColorBurst Lipstick in Fashion's Night Pout