#GetHerLook: When in Doubt, Wear Polka Dots

Polka dots have an eternal power in the fashion world, with designers bringing polka dot patterns to the fashion stage every season. Instead of wearing polka dot patterns in a conventional way, why not incorporate them into makeup by using circular shapes in place of eyeshadow or eyeliner, allowing polka dots to bring endless possibilities to your look.

Among the myriad designers, Marc Jacobs can be said to be a loyal fan of polka dots. In addition to appearing in public occasions multiple times in polka dot suits, he has also said, “There is never a wrong time for a polka dot.” His designs certainly do not lack polka dot patterns. In the fall/winter season of 2011, there was a series themed around polka dots. His personal brand’s recent hot item, the Camera Bag, also introduced a black and white polka dot style, always sticking with polka dots.

Besides Marc Jacobs, many female celebrities are also fans of black and white polka dots. Supermodel Kendall Jenner, Duchess Kate Middleton, and supermodel Cara Delevingne’s sister Poppy Delevingne all have a soft spot for black and white polka dots. Don’t think that cute polka dots can only appear in casual outfits, you can also find them on the red carpet. A-listers Kate Winslet and Tilda Swinton have also appeared in polka dot evening gowns, and shoe brand Charlotte Olympia’s founder Charlotte Olympia Dellal also loves to attend fashion events in polka dot evening wear.

Polka dots continue to shine in the fashion world, and this year they are also making a statement in the makeup industry. The latest spring makeup collection from the Japanese beauty brand RMK is themed around waves. In addition to a range of products with polka dot packaging, the ad campaign features a creative wave eye makeup look on the female model.

Adding a round and neat polka dot to makeup is definitely not an easy task. Beginners can start by choosing softer shades to soften any harsh lines. Additionally, you can use an eyeliner pencil to outline the outer circle first, then gradually deepen the inner circle color.

Although it is best to focus on one key point for makeup, when pairing with such alternative playful eye makeup, it is still recommended to add a touch of more unique colors to the lower lash line to balance the overall eye makeup. The usual black eyeliner for daily use in this creative makeup will feel unusually out of place.

When the eye makeup has a clear theme, the other parts of the makeup should be kept light. Choose natural tones for the blush, and the texture of the blush should also be light and thin. Blush with too strong color saturation and large particles should be avoided if possible.