Classic Glamour: Channelling Old Hollywood with Modern Makeup Trends
Winged liner, red lips, and vintage-inspired beauty.
Whether it’s Marilyn Monroe, Audrey Hepburn or Grace Kelly, these iconic Old Hollywood actresses were renowned for their striking, polished glamour on screen. Several of their signature beauty essentials have survived the constant turnovers of modern-day beauty trends and continue to be popular now. Get the vintage-inspired look of a Hollywood film star with our classic beauty top picks:
Red Lips
Can red lips ever REALLY go out of fashion? We think not. Whilst the classic red lip is still very much prevalent today, this messy chic wine lip is a great way of modernizing the trend. Pop a swipe of rich red lipstick in the center of the lip and blend outwards with your finger or a lip brush. Easy!
Winged Liner
Cat eyes are still a modern-day staple thanks to the Old Hollywood Glam. Go for the classic flick, or if your feeling bold why not create a bold, graphic liner? A pop of color on the waterline can also take this look from classic to edgy.
Hollywood Waves
We all love a classic Hollywood wave, or a finger wave as it was known during that time. If you’re looking for the ultimate film star hair, these defined, smooth waves will create a luxurious glamour look perfect for the big screen.
Bold Brows
Since the Old Hollywood era, we’ve seen hundreds of brow trends circulating the media whether that’s box brows, feathered brows or even bleached brows. But the one constant has always remained: perfectly groomed brows create a strong and glamorous look.
Polished Nails
A deep wine red or a classic nude shade were popular choices during Old Hollywood as they added the finishing touches to a Hollywood star’s glam. Nowadays, we’re still loving these timeless nail colors, now commonly seen in the form of nail extensions and acrylics.
Final thoughts:
These beauty trends from old Hollywood continue to inspire and influence contemporary trends, reminiscent of the golden age of cinema. Whether it's the red lips, winged eyeliner, soft waves, bold brows, or polished nails, these beauty staples create a timeless and glamorous aesthetic that will be admired for years to come.
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