The designer’s spring show saw models in a chill — and temporary — take on fashion’s favourite extreme beauty statement.
). “We did try out different things at the fitting, but in the end, [Victoria] thought it was just more modern with the gorgeous, luminous skin,” she said.
Hairstylist Duffy had similar conversations with the designer. “Something that she said to me is that there’s a ’90s cool to the girl,” he explained of creating a relaxed mix where pushed-back lengths and braids were customised with whateverwaxes, oils, and shine sprays actually made sense for the individual. Or some styles were left completely untouched, like show opener Rianne Van Rompaey’s red lengths. “The look was more about an attitude,” said Duffy.
Looking around, Kendal’s brow transformation corresponded with this logic. It was nearly invisible — edgy without being try-hard. She created it with actual bleach on Riahn Griffiths and Lottie Aaron. On others, like Mila van Eeten, Kendal’s alternative consisted of foundation brushed through brows for a temporary dye job. The cosmetic brow lift is a welcome alternative to an extreme bleach job for Sacha Quenby. She prefers Kendal’s clever foundation swap, which means no allergic reactions.