One of the hottest looks for this winter is the modern-day geisha.  For fashion designers Asia is a boundless source of inspiration and likewise for the makeup artists that must harmonize with the trends in fashion.  A professional makeup artist can create a dramatic look that is an astonishing blend of  East and West. This look can be extremely feminine and sensual.

This type of makeup is bold and highly contrasted. A light porcelain foundation that is applied smoothly and transparently is offset by flashing red lips. The eyes are outlined with distinctive of black, burgundy, mauve and violet. Pearly pink, plum and black tones  are blended on the face to give an air of mystery.

The movie. “Memoirs of a Geisha” is still having its impact on the fashion and makeup industry. What is attractive is the sense of underlying strength softened by graceful femininity that the look conveys. Shocking though it may be, we can’t take our eyes away from it!