With the release of the new Walt Disney Studios’ live action “The Little Mermaid”, the figure of the mermaid continues to inspire and invoke feelings of wonder. Once a half-women, half-bird, this mythical creature lured sailors to lose control of their boats before crashing into rocks. Mysterious, the mermaid is also powerful and complex, like the Lorelei of the Rhine and its link to Germanic mythology.
In 2023, the mermaid is black, feminist, defies stereotypes and is ready to live her dreams. Let's dive into the mermaid look with the Life aquatic collection.
Luminescent Riviera
Discover Riviera, a luminous blue ocean, with bright green undertones for swimming in turquoise waters. This energizing colour was featured throughout Paris fashion week Spring/Summer 2023: A suit by Botter, a cargo top by Rick Owens, a ruffled skirt by Alaia and featured on a Coperni dress worn by Angèle. Riviera highlights all that glitters: precious pearls, sequins and embroidery; the accent is all about the light!
Midnight blue
Dive 20,000 feet below the sea with the shade Midnight, a deep, majestic and timeless blue that is reminiscent of yacht outfits by Ralph Lauren or Tommy Hilfiger.
On the runway, Midnight comes in an oversized suit jacket worn by Mica Arganaraz, because yes the mermaid is also a working girl! The outfit is all about the details: shorts in a diving suit material, a swimsuit and knotted shirt. The look is completed with a gelled, wet-look hairstyle and dewy makeup designed to brighten the complexion by deliberately shimmering certain areas of the face.
Beautiful Mermaid
Meet Mermaid! A silver with holographic sequins that light up everything in its path. Pair her with little tops, sequined straps, pastel bags, and look for inspiration from Paco Rabanne. For evening outings, combine a large, flowing mermaid dress, such as the ones by Ludovic de Saint Sernin or Germainer, with a man’s suit jacket to create a feminine-masculine look.
Paillettes Turquoises
Blue pearly scales to be arranged as you wish, the biodegradable glitters are perfect for any mermaid look, a touch of sparkle, a reverse French or a full nail, get creative!
Nail Arts under the sea
What would a mermaid look like without some nail art? Bluish skylines and glitter with a hint of the sea, we have the perfect looks for you to try!
“Midnight waves” in 3 steps
1 - Apply your base coat, followed by 2 thin coats of Moon.
2 - Create fine wave shapes using Midnight and the Nail Art Brush.
3 - Apply a top coat to finish the look
⚡ Flash under the LED lamp after each polish layer for a Green Flash manicure.
💅🏼 For Green manicures, simply wait for polish to dry naturally between layers.
“Mermaid Riviera” in 3 steps
1 - Apply your base coat, followed by 2 thin coats of Mermaid.
2 - Draw organic shapes using the Nail Art Brush.
3 - Apply a top coat to finish the look
⚡ Flash under the LED lamp after each polish layer for a Green Flash manicure.
💅🏼 For Green manicures, simply wait for polish to dry naturally between layers.
“Ocean Treasures” in 3 steps
1 - Apply your base coat, followed by 2 thin coats of any nude/neutral shade of your choice
2 - Apply biodegradable turquoise glitters using the help of the sponge brush that it comes with. Use on the ends of the nails or all over, your choice!
3 - Apply a top coat to finish the look
⚡ Flash under the LED lamp after each polish layer for a Green Flash manicure.
💅🏼 For Green manicures, simply wait for polish to dry naturally between layers.
