
THE HOTTEST RUNWAY
LOOKS AROUND
THE WORLD
THE HOTTEST RUNWAY LOOKS AROUND THE WORLD
October 10, 2025 — by Sasha Kleinman

Who needs a front-row seat when you can go M·A·C Backstage? See Fashion Month through the eyes of an Artist, with exclusive access to the biggest runway shows around the world.
From New York to London and Milan to Paris – we’ve rounded up all the products you’ll need to get ahead of next season’s hottest trends, as we bring each designer’s vision to life – one swipe, tap and line at a time.
GET THE MANNEQUIN SKIN LOOK FROM NEW YORK
Fresh off the heels of the launch of our M·A·C x LUAR Ana Pro Artistry Belt Bag, designed by Raul Lopez for Makeup Artists, the fashion designer went all-in on accessories – working with Makeup Artist Andrew Dahling to craft eye masks with makeup for the LUAR runway.
The audacious collection – inspired by the energy of Carnival – showcased elaborate clothing grounded with a clean-girl beauty aesthetic. Studio Radiance Serum-Powered™ Foundation was responsible for the glowing Mannequin Skin, while lids were accented with Eye Shadow in 90s-inspired cool tones.
SHOP MANNEQUIN SKIN MAKEUP

HOW-TO: MANNEQUIN SKIN MAKEUP
- Even skin tone and create a glowy base with Studio Radiance Serum-Powered™ Foundation.
- Wash lids with Eye Shadow in Satin Taupe.
- Line upper lids with Eye Kohl in Feline, then blend into Costa Riche to create a soft gradient.
- Stack on infinite volume and length with M·A·CStack Mascara.
- Soften and diffuse the centre of lips with M·A·C Pro Lip Erase.
GET THE METALLIC NUDE LOOK FROM LONDON
The vibe? Celebratory. The makeup? Fearless. To complement the neons, sequins and effervescent accents in the ready-to-wear collection – all of which were a nod to Conner Ives’ activism and support for the trans community – Key Makeup Artist Lucy Bridge went for barely-there makeup...mostly.
While Bridge showcased each model’s natural beauty with lightly flushed cheeks and eye makeup in neutral shades, she made sure to tie in the joyful spirit of the runway looks by using Frost Lipstick for a metallic nude look and Skinfinish Lightstruck Liquid Highlighter for shimmering cheekbones.
SHOP METALLIC NUDE MAKEUP

HOW-TO: METALLIC NUDE MAKEUP
- Moisturize and illuminate skin with Strobe Cream in Pinklite.
- Tap high points of face with Skinfinish Lightstruck Liquid Highlighter in Double-Gleam.
- Sweep lids with Dazzleshadow Eye Shadow Stick in Subliminal Spark.
- Define lower lash lines with Eye Shadow in Espresso.
- Accentuate lips with a metallic swipe of Frost Lipstick in Gel. Then, top with Lipglass Clear for a glossy finish.
GET THE SOFT GRUNGE LOOK FROM MILAN
In true Diesel fashion, the ready-to-wear collection was rife with ultra-wearable silhouettes that were intentionally distressed, deconstructed and deliberately unfinished. Undone looks paralleled the clothing – soft with a “distressed” grunge touch.
The makeup evoked “raw allure, spontaneous energy, effortless sexiness,” says Key Makeup Artist Inge Grognard. She accomplished that by creating a soft-matte complexion layered with black, brown and greige shades – and a dash of shine.
SHOP SOFT GRUNGE MAKEUP

HOW-TO: SOFT GRUNGE MAKEUP
- Hydrate and smooth skin with Hyper Real Serumizer™ Skin Balancing Hydration Serum.
- Control oil and shine with Studio Fix Mattifine 12HR Shine-Control Primer.
- Create a soft-matte canvas with Studio Fix Fluid SPF 15.
- Sweep lids with Face and Body Mixing Medium combined with Eye Shadow in Carbon for a sheer, smoky finish.
- Stack on infinite volume and length with M·A·CStack Mascara.
- Nourish lips and add a soft shine with Lip Conditioner
GET THE DARK GLAMOUR LOOK FROM PARIS
Rick Owens gave the lingerie dressing trend his own twist by delicately draping and layering fabrics in muted colours into his signature architectural silhouettes. To complement the subversive collection, Key Makeup Artist Daniel Sallström created makeup looks that met at the intersection of elegance and grime.
Pitch black eye contacts were a stark and – quite literally – dark contrast to the filtered-looking complexions created using a backstage staple: Studio Radiance Face And Body Radiant Sheer Foundation. Geometric shapes crafted using moody nude hues of Pro Longwear Paint Pot and Powder Kiss Liquid Lipcolour effortlessly tied the haunting look together from lips to lids.
SHOP DARK GLAMOUR MAKEUP

HOW-TO: DARK GLAMOUR MAKEUP
- Even skin tone with Studio Radiance Face And Body Radiant Sheer Foundation.
- Sculpt cheekbones and jawline with Studio Fix Conceal And Correct Palette.
- Sweep lids with Pigment in Vanilla.
- Craft a graphic, colour-blocked liner with Pro Longwear Paint Pot in Tailor Grey and It’s Fabstract.
- Define lower lash lines with Chromagraphic Pencil in Basic Red.
- Accentuate lips with Powder Kiss Liquid Lipcolour in Buffiest, then line with Lip Pencil in Stone.



































































































