But if you’re thinking of garish, powdery eyeshadow accompanied by sweatbands and leotards, don’t panic, because the pros have worked out how to give the trend a modern spin. If you’re rocking a bright 80s element, “pair it with glossy skin to keep things looking fresh vs powdery,” explains Katie.
Here’s how to introduce some 80s into your makeup routine (because girl’s just want to have fun)…
Eyes vs Lips
Modern makeup has tended to focus on restraint and balance so as not to overpower. The 80s on the other hand was all about power – power suits, power posing and powerful makeup, which means when it comes to eyes or lips, the answer is both.
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Colourful mascar
Black lashes sometimes just aren’t enough, and a missed opportunity to introduce some colour into ‘meh’ makeup – so switch your usual ebony for cobalt blues, electric pinks or hi-vis violet.
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Bright Eyeshadow
The same goes for your shadow. 80s eyes were all about playing around kaleidoscopic colour. Think: vivid pinks, purples and blues, or, if you’re up for experimenting, try all of them at once.