RECREATING THE MAISON MARGIELA COUTURE 2024 LOOK

We’ve all seen it by now. The Maison Margiela couture runway showcased some killer corsets and alluring lace, which were designed by John Galliano, but the world is clamoring for the secrets behind Pat McGrath’s makeup looks. The famous makeup artist managed to transform the decorated models with pencil-thin strokes painted over bleached eyebrows, boldly applied blush colors, heart-shaped lips, and waxen skin.

The “porcelain doll” effect, as the look has been deemed, included behind-the-scenes videos of models peeling off their shiny layers after the show. This only added to the intrigue, social media influencers searching for the perfect combination of products to recreate the look and online analysis across mediums. However, the look can be pulled off tastefully by going right to the source for makeup: Pat McGrath.

Although online videos about the application does not reveal the base, a start would be to apply Pat McGrath’s Divine Skin: Rose 001 The Essence, which creates a glow underneath makeup. It’s perfect to add to the shiny layer; however, if you’d rather save the shine for later in your routine, use Skin Fetish: Sublime Perfection Primer.

If you don’t have bleached eyebrows, you need to lay them down with glue before you put any foundation or concealer on top. Use foundation and concealer as usual, but make sure to put it on top of those eyebrows to conceal the natural color and shape. If you want to use Pat McGrath products, the Skin Fetish: Sublime Perfection Foundation and Skin Fetish: Sublime Perfection Concealer are perfect for this look.

After that, use eyeshadow colors that will make your eyes and your outfit pop. Each model had their own eyeshadow colors, but a great place to start is one of Pat McGrath’s Mothership palettes, which feature daring color combination options. You could even use the same color palette on your lips with a fine-tip brush to create the heart shape.

Next, it’s time for eyebrows. Use a thin eyebrow pencil you already have, preferably not liquid in case of mistakes or Pat McGrath’s PermaGel Ultra Glide Eye Pencil.

Blush is something where everyone has their favorite shades for their skin tone, but if you want to create the avant-garde vibe while staying glowy, it’s possible to mix a cream-based blush with extra pigment. Try it with the Divine Blush: Legendary Glow Colour Balm.

Last, there’s the shiny layer. This has been the hot topic when it comes to the makeup look, if only for the fact that no one could figure out exactly what products were used to create the porcelain effect. Now, it was confirmed via Vogue that Pat McGrath mixed liquid face masks and water before airbrushing on several layers to the models’ faces. Creating the right consistency and amount of water will certainly come from trial and error.

This makeup look will keep you up to date on high fashion trends while playing around with fun colors. The experimental nature of the makeup is perfect for manipulating and accenting your features, which is perfect for a night out, a special event or simply playing around with your creative side.

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PAT MCGRATH

Divine Skin: Rose 001™ The Essence

Pat McGrath reveals her secret to luminosity with a transformative bi-phase essence that does double-duty to address dull, dehydrated skin and bring out the glow in an instant.

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Skin Fetish: Sublime Perfection Primer 30ml/1oz

Developed to prep and care for your skin, Pat’s water-based, silicone-free primer is the first step to a beautiful complexion. Fine lines are instantly smoothed and imperfections and pores blurred, while innovative powder technology absorbs excess oil to ensure a long-wearing makeup look.

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Skin Fetish: Sublime Perfection Foundation

The silky, serum-like formula blends and builds seamlessly from a sheer, second-skin tint to perfected medium coverage that wears comfortably for 12 hours.

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Skin Fetish: Sublime Perfection Concealer

A proprietary Flex Form Matrix formula glides on seamlessly to form a breathable, flexible layer that moves with skin, while the radiant matte finish diffuses light, optically smoothing and perfecting the complexion for an undetectably filtered effect.

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Mothership I: Subliminal

It's an exact replica of my most coveted go-to colours for every show and shoot over the last 25 years. It features six shades that build eye structure in a natural way, along with options deep enough to create a dramatic smokey effect.

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PermaGel Ultra Glide Eye Pencil

Available in both glimmering pearlescent and smokey matte finishes, the ultra-smooth gel formula glides on seamlessly without skipping while providing plenty of playtime to smudge and blend before setting like a liquid liner for up to 8 hours.

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Divine Blush: Legendary Glow Colour Balm

This versatile formula suits a variety of skin tones, ensuring the perfect touch of color every time. Infused with hydrating actives, this must-have balm creates a glass-skin effect.

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