Yesterday, I was invited by one of my favorite makeup brands, MAC, to an afternoon talk about makeup trends with James Molloy, MAC’s Director of Artistry for the APAC (Asia Pacific) Region.
Artist Profile: James Molloy has been working with M.A.C for 12 years. He has done makeup for numerous fashion week events in the world’s fashion capitals, and some of the giants in the fashion industry such as Alexander Wang and Zac Posen to name a few. His genuine passion for colors has catapulted him to becoming a Senior Artist for M.A.C in as little as three years, having trained a handful of aspiring makeup artists who dare challenge the world of makeup and colors with M.A.C. At present, James works with the APAC Product Development team, making sure that M.A.C continually sets the standards in the fast- evolving world of makeup trends. When asked why he loves working at M.A.C, James mused: “No other makeup brand stood out like M.A.C with its grunge and glam artists and pumping music. It has been and still is a place where I feel totally free to create and explore the art of makeup.”
Isabelle Daza in a short but sweet opening remarks.
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James also gave us a preview of some of the sizzling collections to expect from the brand in a few months.
James and the models for his makeup demo
THE INCEPTION: M.A.C A/W 2012 TRENDS- From Berlin, to Copenhagen, to Africa, to Asia, the brilliant artists of MAC have created a set of signature looks for Fall that is as diverse as the cultures and runways that have inspired it. Truly, Fashion Week events give birth to some of the best fashion and makeup looks. It is where boundaries in dressing up are crossed, and colors are given a whole new meaning. An artist’s dream setting, the runway is a breeding ground where the creative can express him/herself without any inhibitions and restrictions-it is a place where various minds, regardless of artistic differences, unite to create a masterpiece.
SENSE+SENSIBILITY
“I’m calling it Sense and Sensibility—It’s about timeless classics done in a modern way—these are elements of makeup that never go out of fashion but simply get reinvented.” – Lyne Desnoyers
THE LOOK: Transparent and luminous skin, statement lips
THE INSPIRATION: Timeless makeup looks, The modern woman
ROAM-ANTIQUE
THE LOOK: Quintessential smoky eye, jewels and metallics, rusty lips
THE INSPIRATION: Contemporary Boho Chic, Woman of the world
HONE STRUCTURE
"To put in bone structure is a very knowing art form, and the real mastery of being a makeup artist."
- Terry Barber
THE LOOK: Well- sculpted face, Structured brows
THE INSPIRATION: Pure and nude face, Beautiful bone structures
ARTI-TECH
“This season isn’t about liner being classic. It’s about liner as an etching, about it creating a geometry on the face.” –Gordon Espinet
THE LOOK: Non- conformist liner, chopped and structured lines
THE INSPIRATION: Statement eyes, bold and thick lines
James has also demonstrated the following makeup trends in his presentation:
James' Tip: Always use a light hand when applying makeup. This way, you get to achieve the softest and most natural looking finish.
M.A.C dares us to discover ourselves by playing with their latest makeup trends this season. I’m a mix of Sense+Sensibility and Roam-Antique.
I had a great time. And I would just like to say that James is such a BEAUTIFUL man. (With great emphasis on the word Beautiful) And thank you M.A.C for these lovely products.
How about you? What is your AW 2012 makeup personality?
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