3 retro trends that will dominate the beauty year 2025

Like fashion, beauty trends are cyclical, because like almost every trend, they pass and come back at some point - if not several times. Whether this is due to a creative and style crisis or the nostalgia of taking refuge in the “good old days” is uncertain. The fact is that-Year 2025of the three followingRetro-Trendsis significantly influenced.

Die-Aesthetics reached its peak in the early 90s. But before it became a fashion trend, the style was primarily a counterculture and way of life - driven by indie bands who combined metal and punk to create a revolutionary new sound. Grunge represented an extreme contrast to the mainstream and bubblegum pop of the 80s. And was inspired by subcultures such as goth, punk, metal and folk rock. In the mid-90s, grunge finally caught on through labels like, Anna Sui and Calvin Klein enter high fashion.

Nevertheless, grunge remains a style of rebellion. This is currently experiencing a revival thanks to Gen Z. “Soft Grunge” or “Grunge Fairycore” are derived from grunge – with the same effortlessly cool, rebellious attitude. Modern grunge makeup features a more minimalist and subtle look. What shouldn't be missing: a paler foundation that suits your skin type, black nail polish, dramatic and deliberately smeared eyes, messy, wild hair and a good dose of attitude. Also labels likeor Vetements are relying on the modern grunge aesthetic in 2025, which gives every look a nonchalant touch.

At the latest when Chemena Kamali presented her fall/winter 2024/25 collection for the French fashion house during Paris Fashion Weekpresented, the bohemian style from the late 1970s - also known as boho chic - is celebrating a comeback. Kamali's version of the: A mix of fringed suede vests, studded leather waist belts, lots of denim and ruffled sheer dresses. Boho chic hair and make-up are so natural, effortless and feminine. The flowing long hair is worn unkempt, open or with silk scarves loosely braided into the hair. Subtle make-up with natural earth tones with a slight shimmer - especially on the eyes and slightly pink cheeks and lips - can be seen on the runway. Romantically floral, with a sandalwood or patchouli base, round off the boho chic.

A thriving economy, the burgeoning of the hippie movement and the: The 1960s were a time of cultural change. The aesthetic – coined by Twiggy, Donna Summer and Cher – is still considered iconic today. Now labels like Versace and Rokh (as well as TikTok) have once again chosen the Swinging 60s as a beauty trend. How to achieve the extravagant beauty look in 2025? To get started with the swinging 60s trend, subtle make-up is suitable: everyday, as seen on the runway at Chanel's Spring/Summer 2025 show. Apply the eyeliner to the lash line using a liquid eyeliner (and ideally have cotton swabs handy for corrections). On the catwalk of the Chinese designer Shuting Qiu, the models not only wore the typical Twiggy pixie cut, but also the famous doll-like eye make-up of the time. Here the eyelashes have been replaced with sequins and beads, giving the look a modern twist.