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8 Ways to Add Gold Leaf to Your Beauty Routine. Do You Dare? Klaudia Tirico
While hair and makeup pros have been using gold leaf on models for a few seasons now, we hardly see the beauty statement in real life. Yes, it takes a fearless attitude to wear something so unapologetically shiny, but it’s definitely possible to incorporate the look in a subtle way. For example: Chanel’s Resort show in Dubai this year, where models rocked gold leaf at the inner corners of their eyes, proved that a little gold leaf can go a long way. Here, we highlight the many different ways gold leaf has been used in the name of beauty to inspire you to go the gilded route for your next big event.
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To Accent a Smoky Eye Klaudia Tirico
While gold leaf on the inner corners of the eyes may be a thing on the runway, the red carpet prefers the other end. In 2011, Emma Watson wore it at the outer corners of her eyes to play up her super dark smokies.Photo by: Getty -
On Sleek Hair Klaudia Tirico
While we wouldn’t recommend giving yourself a gold leaf cap à la Topshop Unique Spring 2012, it does look super cool on wet-looking hair. Take inspiration from Jason Wu’s Fall 2011 show by adding a streak of gold leaf to your next sleek updo.Photo by: Getty -
On the Eyelids Klaudia Tirico
For Spring 2012, Fendi went all out and covered the models’ entire lids and brows with gold leaf. It’s pretty and all, but we’ll leave this one to our resident beauty daredevil.Photo by: Getty -
On Nails Klaudia Tirico
One of the easiest ways to wear gold leaf is on your nails. At Suno Fall 2013, the Rococo team used the brand’s Nail Varnish Gold Leaf Lacquer ($48) on bare nails. For a similar effect, you can stick actual gold leaf on semi-wet clear polish.Photo by: Getty -
In Your Part Klaudia Tirico
Gold leaf can turn into a subtle hair accessory when strategically placed down your hair part. Models at Dries Van Noten Fall 2014 rocked the look with casual clothes and sunnies, while hairstylist Chris Appleton used it to “add a little edge” to Rita Ora’s glam look at this year’s Met Gala.Photo by: Getty -
Sprinkled in Hair Klaudia Tirico
Update a messy chignon by sprinkling pieces of gold leaf onto hair, as seen at Lela Rose Spring 2014. In order for the pieces to stick, use hairspray or styling paste to make strands tacky. -
On Lips Klaudia Tirico
No, we’re not telling you to stick gold leaf on your lips and walk out of the house. But this luxe balm from Tatcha ($36) does have gold leaf particles that leave a beautiful shimmer. It uses camellia oil to hydrate and leave you with a kissable pout all day long. -
As Jewelry Klaudia Tirico
Why spend tons of money on baubles when a cheap pack of gold leaf can become one-of-a-kind bling? We’re so into this DIY gold leaf jewelry tutorial by HonestlyWTF (left), another subtle way to rock the trend. Or, if you’re not up for doing it yourself, try these metallic, jewelry-like temporary Flash tattoos (right).
