#MetroBeautyWatch: Top Paris Fashion Week F/W 2020 Beauty Looks
Parisiennes may be known for their effortless beauty skills, but this season, the runways prove that even they are willing to take more beauty risks!
As the final city in the Fashion Month circuit, Paris always has some big shoes to fill coming from other exciting fashion weeks in New York, London, and Milan. This season, the City of Light did not disappoint, as per usual. Crystal eyebrow looks by legendary makeup artist Pat McGrath ruled at Valentino, jewel-toned eyeshadows were seen at Altuzarra, and vivid washes of color were spotted from Maison Margiela. We must say, it was truly a feast for the eyes of every beauty lover!
We do love a classic Parisian look of red lips and disheveled hair, but the Fall/Winter 2020 runways are testament to the ever-evolving world of both fashion and beauty!
On the hair front too, PFW 2020 proves to be one of the most fun times to take a look at the backstage beauty process. Each season, Eugene Souleiman designs wildly creative styles for Thom Browne that rival Marie Antoinette’s sky-high, lofty wigs. Meanwhile, veteran pro hairstylists like Guido Palau and Duffy invent some of the most groundbreaking, trendsetting hairstyles for the likes of Miu Miu and Rick Owens.
Below, our top picks of the most memorable beauty looks from Paris Fashion Week Fall/Winter 2020—those that we are bookmarking for our looks in the coming months! Enjoy!
Paris Fashion Week F/W 2020 Beauty
Paris Fashion Week F/W 2020 Beauty
Giambattista Valli
At Giambattista Valli, the aesthetic was full of crystals and bows details. To match the collection, nail artist Mei Kawajiri painted nail extensions with a pale pink polish from L’Oreal Paris.
Photo Credit: @giambattistavalliparis
Giambattista Valli
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Giambattista Valli
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Stella McCartney
At Stella McCartney, skin was a major focus. For this show, Tata Harper told Allure that the look is all about fresh skin and not too dramatic makeup. We did see a lot of statement eyeliner to emphasize Asian eyes, as well as classic red lips every woman loves.
Photo Credit: @felicenova
Stella McCartney
Photo Credit: @stellamccartney
Loewe
For Loewe, hairstylist Guido Palau did deep, glossy side parts. Some models wore their hair back, which created the illusion of a cropped pixie haircut, while others wore their hair down.
Photo Credit: @loewe
Loewe
Photo Credit: @loewe
Saint Laurent
The aesthetic for Saint Laurent was decidedly ‘80s, and the makeup reflected that, too. According to makeup artist Tom Pecheux, “The inspiration comes directly from Anthony Vaccarello, and from the YSL Beaute makeup products that I am creating.”
Photo Credit: @anthonyvaccarello
Saint Laurent
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Alexander McQueen
Elegant updos got a punk treatment at Alexander McQueen. Hairstylist Guido Palau added streaks of crimson red hair to the models’ head to compliment the red and black plaid, leather, and lace in the collection.
Photo Credit: @alexandermcqueen
Alexander McQueen
Photo Credit: @alexandermcqueen
Givenchy
The hair and makeup look for Givenchy was mainly minimal. Pared-back hair, brushed up brows, clear skin, and the main focus: glossy red lips or a power smokey eye.
Photo Credit: @givenchyofficial
Givenchy
Photo Credit: @givenchyofficial
Altuzarra
Always one for creating elegant, wearable makeup looks, makeup artist Tom Pecheux created a two-toned metallic eyeshadow look for Altuzarra, with a cat-eye shape. The look was surprisingly subtle but still colorful and with a touch of edge.
Photo Credit: @altuzarra
Lead photos from Hydrogen Magazine and Anthony Vaccarello
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