Monday 11 January 2016

Tribute to David Bowie

Tribute to David Bowie
What better way is there to commemorate an icon than to emulate his style? Through the medium of make-up, I have created a look inspired by David Bowie's 1970's alter ego, Aladdin Sane, just one of many of his personas throughout his colourful career. 
Tribute to David Bowie

The archetypal alien rock star look consists of red, pink and orange hues to contour, as well as plenty of silver toned highlight and of course the three-toned lightning bolt. As a fan of glam rock in general, this look captured my attention years ago, and now I can pay tribute to this innovative musician by taking inspiration to be Bowie for one day. 



David Bowie was the king of reinvention. He challenged music and fashion with his subverted sounds and androgynous appearance. His legacy will continue to thrive by inspiring others to challenge perceptions and allow ourselves to embrace our inner chameleons. 


Tribute to David Bowie
Tribute to David Bowie
Tribute to David Bowie
Tribute to David Bowie
Products used:



  • Pritt stick
  • MAC prep and prime powder
  • Make-Up Revolution colour correction palette (peach tones)
  • Mehron celebre HD pro foundation - Light 1
  • Illamasqua skin base foundation - White
  • Joan Collins timeless beauty foundation - Cool Fair
  • Snazaroo face paint - Bright Pink
  • Kryolan aquacolor - 288
  • Illamasqua blush - Disobey
  • Milani blush - Love Potion
  • iMagic flash color case - Red, Turquoise, Black
  • Make-Up Revolution vivid baked highlighter - Pink Lights
  • MAC chromographic pencil - NW25/NC30
  • Urban Decay 24/7 glide-on pencil - Zero
  • Collection divine volume mascara
  • Urban Decay heavy metal glitter - Distortion
  • MAC glitters - Reflects Rust, Reflects Duo Purple
  • Collection glam crystals glitter liners - Night Fever, Rock Chick
  • Mink eyelashes