Introduction
- Makeup as fashion’s silent partner.
- Why makeup trends follow fashion cycles.
- What this timeline will cover.
Part I: The Past – Makeup in Fashion History
Ancient Civilizations
- Egypt: Kohl eyeliner, green malachite shadows, golden fashion.
- Greece & Rome: Rouge, pale skin, draped garments.
- Asia & Middle East: Kajal, rice powders, cultural dress links.
Medieval & Renaissance Eras
- Religious control vs. aristocratic glam.
- Pale skin, rouge, powdered wigs.
- Fashion: corsets, lace, dramatic gowns.
Baroque to Victorian Times
- Over-the-top makeup = status.
- Beauty patches, powder, aristocracy.
- Victorian rejection of cosmetics → natural look.
Part II: The Present – 20th & 21st Century Makeup
Early 20th Century (1900–1950s)
- Silent film stars, red lips, Hollywood influence.
- Fashion: flappers, Dior’s “New Look.”
1960s–1990s
- 1960s: Twiggy lashes, mod fashion.
- 1980s: Neon makeup, power suits.
- 1990s: Minimalism, grunge.
2000s–2010s
- 2000s: Glossy lips, Y2K sparkle.
- 2010s: Instagram glam, contouring, streetwear tie-ins.
2020s (Current Era)
- Inclusivity, TikTok trends, gender-fluid beauty.
- Fashion: clean aesthetics, bold experimental looks, sustainability.
Part III: The Future – Where Makeup Meets Fashion Next
- Tech-driven beauty (AR filters, AI try-ons).
- Sustainable & ethical makeup fashion.
- Gender-neutral, global inspirations.
- Personalized beauty → fashion fusion.
Conclusion
- Makeup & fashion always evolve together.
- The cycle: history repeats, with new twists.
- The future of beauty is inclusive, digital, and sustainable.
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