If you were to define the ‘London Look’ in beauty terms, it would be strong yet natural, bold yet fresh. Eyes have depth and shadow, lips are pale, skin is dewy and flawless. We explored all that in detail for our recent feature on the London Look beauty trend, and now here’s some perfectly timed inspiration on how to extend the look beyond makeup and into a full package.
For Elle France Anabel Van Toledo rocks looks that hark decidedly back to British mod. Hair is side-swept up front and back-combed at the crown. Iconic prints and textures form the basis of outfits, from plaids to tweeds. Outerwear is designed to combat the elements, but that doesn’t mean legs can’t be left bare.
Skinny pants are cut above the ankle, revealing patterned socks and androgynous footwear; bomber jackets are feminised by full skirts for a look that spans the 50s to the 60s. Tamara Taichman’s styling is flawless in its representation of a look that’s both appealing and practical for the cold months.
For the full shoot, photographed by Takay for the November 2011 issue of Elle France, click on the gallery above.
