CEBU, Philippines – “But I see your true colors shining through, I see your true colors and that’s why I love you so don’t be afraid to let them show your true colors, true colors are beautiful like a rainbow.” Thus goes the soulful song by Cyndi Lauper back in the 80s. That which inspired maquillage maven Wenwen Zaspa, collaborating with hairstylist Manuel Pila and photographers Mickie Go and Dan Ong so much, and voila maquillage magic!
Smoldering kohl eyes in black, plum, canary yellow and purple? Why not? Though these looks are not for the faint-hearted, the message is clear. “When you have dark eyes, balance it well with pale lips or the other way around. Rouge is optional!” bared the featured artist. Most naturally, these runway looks can be translated to real life by toning it down. And since even the best beauty products don’t apply themselves, subtlety is key. “Start with a saturated color and apply minimally until desired effect is achieved,” Zaspa added.
Need a dramatic entrance for an evening soiree? Try reaching for the stars and adorn it on your face as shown here on model Angel Luzano. Craving for a happy color, wear canary yellow on those peepers as worn by model Blinky de Leon. Feeling vampy, go for the raccoon eye and pale pale lips like on model Matet Gorgonio. Varied looks to show a different you. Go for it and unleash your true colors.
Bravissimo!