I’m working for Grazia at the moment and so have been opting for some classic makeup looks. Edgy and cool is good, but not when you’re running around in intense heat and simultaneously trying to look smart and effortless. Classic makeup, to me, is contoured natural eyes, polished skin, a glossy mouth and Bobbi Brown.

Clean, beautiful, feminine makeup is the hallmark of Bobbi Brown, case in point above. The Bobbi Brown Basics Eye Palette. Delicious neutrals, a cool chocolate brown and of course, no Bobbi palette would be complete without it,  a shimmery taupe. So many combinations can be created from this palette and it’s compact size make’s it a handbag winner every time.

What’s your idea of classic makeup, and is there a brand or particular product that makes you feel ‘classic’?

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