As we move in ever closer to ringing in the new year, that means keeping our eyes peeled for the dozens of beauty trends that’ll come along with it. This year, we wave goodbye to the days of extreme contouring and super dramatic lashes, and wait with baited breath to see all that 2019 has in store for beauty junkies around the world. If you have a passion for fashion, you just might have already seen the trends to come. For now, let’s delve into seven trends we’ll definitely be seeing blow up social media next year:
1. Pink, pink, and more pink
It dominated many of our bedrooms when we were little girls, but it also recently dominated the hottest runways this season. One of the most fun colors to play around with, models were spotted sporting everything from pink eyeshadow, pink blush, to girlishly pink lips. Even all at the same time. Barbie would be proud!
2. Soft, subtle contouring
The craze for features so sharp they can cut the haters is finally making its way out just in time for the New Year. No longer is it all about harshly emphasizing the hollows of your cheeks and your nose bridge, but playing up your already existing natural features. Contour lines are soft and barely there, just enough to sculpt the face where needed.
3. Colorful eyebrows
While you likely won’t show up to the office with blue or silver brows, it’s a fun, statement look that’s worth a try at your next party or concert with friends. If you’re already rocking a wild shade on your hair, fill in your brows with an eyeshadow of the same hue for some monochromatic goodness.
4. Artsy, abstract eyeliner
2019 is the year to get creative with your eyes. Instead of going for the classic wing, draw a cute shape like a heart or a flower extending from the end of the line. Try creating a ‘triple wing‘ by extending your liner into a precise, sharp point, and drawing two more similar-looking wings above and below it. The only limit is your imagination.
5. Glossy lips
While velvety, matte lips will never go out of style, the spotlight shines on glossy, plump lips this coming year. Layering that colored or clear lip gloss to achieve healthy, shiny, and kissable lips is the name of the game. Mimic in-demand models and pair soft, smokey eyes with a clear, glossy lip for a totally trendy #MOTD.
6. Blinged out nails
Though Japanese celebrities like Ayumi Hamasaki and Kumi Koda have famously been flaunting amazing nail art for over a decade, keep an eye out for this trend to spread like wild fire soon. Even if you tend to keep your look more minimalistic, adding just a touch of bling to one or two nails is enough to make them eye-catching.
7. Mascara? What mascara?
For those who want to up their ‘no makeup’ makeup game, it’s time to ditch the mascara for now. Leaving lashes bare makes you look more youthful and allows you to play around with your eyes more in different ways, like with bold and bright, neon eyeshadow or even lining the eyes with glitter.
Written By:
Ari Yupangco
BEAUTY CONTRIBUTOR
Ari has been blogging since 2012 about all things beauty with a sprinkle of different topics here and there. She loves makeup just as much as she loves almost anything nerdy like video games and comic books, and is big on Japanese culture.