A red Maneater or a teal Apocalips are two of Illamasqua's lipsticks for bold make-up looks. Intense smoky eyes created with the SOPHIE-I technique (named after the late Sophie Lancaster) is another signature of the British beauty house, which offers a spectrum of colours and encourages self-expression through make-up.
The dramatic approach stems from film and theatre cosmetics, and is inspired by people such as Lancaster, who may have been murdered because of her link to Gothic fashion and subculture.
Recent collections, however, show softer takes on the art of self-expression. A range of Glamore Nude lipsticks, for example, come in subtle shades such as Naked and Starkers, along with the catchphrase "don't cover your beauty". The earthy Nude is a good match with warm skin undertones, whereas the rosy Starkers works well on cooler skin undertones.
From nude to dramatic look, makeovers are offered at the Illamasqua flagship store at Groove@CentralWorld. The one-stop beauty service includes doing both make-up and hair, transforming you into a glamorous party girl. This is particularly relevant to the festive season, when parties are ubiquitous.
The service normally costs 2,500 baht, but the holiday season comes with a special price of 1,200 baht.
The flagship store is also home to Illamasqua's School of Make-up Art, where courses are offered for beginners and for those who want to become professionals.
Learning professional techniques, from illuminating and contouring the skin to creating expressive eyes and voluptuous lips, enables you to be your own make-up artist, turning yourself into a stunner fit for any occasion.
Call 02-251-6883.
The Illamasqua flagship store at Groove@CentralWorld.
