It's no secret that the beauty looks that appear on the fashion month runways tend to be a little, err, bold. Case in point: London's make-out makeup and New York's upside-down eyes. Both are examples of looks that you may want to try for a Friday night out with your crew, but might not dare attempt to wear during the workweek. So what happens when you need a fresh dose of inspiration that isn't best suited for a night out? Just take it to the streets.
Famed editors, notable guests, and fashion enthusiasts in Italy for Milan Fashion Week prove that stylist hair and makeup isn't just for the catwalk. But of course, we knew already knew that. Stained lips and shaggy cuts for all textures prevailed in New York City. And even at the shows, there were attainable styles to be seen (and to be tried) for all: textured fringe, blunt bangs, and sleek bobs practically beg you to book an appointment with your stylist this weekend.
Luckily, the enviable — and wearable! —looks keep on coming. Even when show attendees or onlookers got all dressed up in Milan, they embraced an approachable glam suitable for nearly every occasion. The lessons to be learned? While you may reserve your bold cat-eye for dinner dates only, a hint of shimmery shadow might work well lunch. Your soft pink lippie might get you through the day, but seeing it styled with a set of dreamy waves could be your next look for a night out dancing, too.
The point here is that beauty doesn't have to always go overboard. Yes, I know, it's terribly hackneyed, but less really is more — at least in Milan. Keep on scrolling to see what I mean.
A wash of light pink blush paired with a moody purple lip make for a chic finish.
Photographed by Christian Vierig.
What's not to love about this beauty's bouncy ringlets?
Photographed by Cris Fragkou.
Want to cop this '90s-inspired look? Add a little volume to your roots with mousse, then flip hair to one side once dry.
Photographed by Christian Vierig.
You can't help but fall for this pink eye and rosy lip pairing.
Photographed by Christian Vierig.
Pink bottom liner. Pink lips. A pink sweater. They say that good things come in threes...
Photographed by Christian Vierig.
Natural brows and a barely-there lip let us focus on her slept-in (but not slept on!) curls.
Photographed by Cris Fragkou.
Use a small round brush to give your your chin-length bob an enviable bend.
When sharp bangs and bushy brows meet, magic happens.
Photographed by Cris Fragkou.
Anna Wintour's bob is always blown out to perfection, obviously.
Photographed by Cris Fragkou.
One-up monochromatic makeup by matching your 'do to your clothes.
Photographed by Cris Fragkou.
Bleached brows and a bold red lip will stop street photogs in their tracks every time.
Photographed by Cris Fragkou.
Yes, bangs are still a very big deal for fashion month.
Photographed by Cris Fragkou.
And so are closely-cropped cuts.
Photographed by Cris Fragkou.
Oh, hello, badass bowl cut/shag hybrid!
Photographed by Cris Fragkou.
Her dark, berry lip gets even cooler with a smoky eye and strong brows.
Photographed by Cris Fragkou.
Shag cut, nude lip, can't lose.
Photographed by Cris Fragkou.
Not sure if we're more jealous of this beautiful full 'fro or her sheer pink lip.
Photographed by Cris Fragkou.
Ice, ice, blond, baby.
Photographed by Cris Fragkou.
"Black [eye] makeup and big eyebrows; it's my signature and it's very French," Carine Roitfeld once told Racked.
Photographed by Cris Fragkou.
Those bronzed lids, nude matte lips, and halo of hair are befitting of a goddess.
Photographed by Cris Fragkou.
Swoop bangs FTW! This one, paired with an updo, manages to look stylish without being stuffy.
Photographed by Cris Fragkou.
Center parts and waves are a combo that just never fails. Ever.
Photographed by Christian Vierig.
Sigh. And the dreamy curls continue...
Photographed by Christian Vierig.
When in doubt, use your shades as a headband to show off your matte, berry lips.
Photographed by Christian Vierig.
Going for the gold is easy with inner-eye strobing.
Photographed by Christian Vierig.
When wispy bangs and pink shadow whisk us away...
Photographed by Christian Vierig.
Want to try pink shadow, too? Check out these tips.
Photographed by Christian Vierig.
This one, too!
Photographed by Christian Vierig.
Center-parted, easy waves deliver effortless glam.
Photographed by Christian Vierig.
A dramatic cat-eye and glossy lip work for day and night.
Photographed by Christian Vierig.
Air-dried hair don't care.
Photographed by Christian Vierig.
Fresh-faced friendship goals.
Photographed by Christian Vierig.
Here are a few of our favorite things: topknots, matte red lips, and furry coats.
Photographed by Christian Vierig.
Bright blue mascara teamed with a mop of curls to create this showstopper.
Photographed by Christian Vierig.
Bright pink mascara, which stood out on an otherwise bare face, give us the electric feels.
Photographed by Christian Vierig.
Slick on some pomade (and have a few bobby pins handy) to try a pompadour of your own.
Photographed by Christian Vierig.
Make sure you pat on some primer before trying a bold, red and black smoky eye, as seen here.
Photographed by Christian Vierig.
Her undone topknot and nude nails had everyone staring (seriously, look in the background!).
Photographed by Christian Vierig.
PSA: Rosy blush is all you need to add interest to a no-makeup makeup look.
Photographed by Christian Vierig.
Yes, Nelly: We're suckers for cornrows, too.
Photographed by Christian Vierig.
More textured bangs!
Photographed by Christian Vierig.
Subtle shimmer and soft curls practically scream fun.
Photographed by Christian Vierig.
Look at her eyebrow glitter!
Photographed by Christian Vierig.
A one-length lob gets an instant update with a deep side-part.
Photographed by Christian Vierig.
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