The Spring Beauty Aesthetic: A Jonathan Anderson Dior Takeover
The beauty industry is a never-ending cycle of trends, and with each passing season, we're presented with a new wave of makeup and fashion that leaves us wondering, 'What's next?' As someone who's been guilty of chasing the latest beauty fads, I recently found myself feeling a bit lost when it came to my personal style. But all that changed when I stumbled upon Jonathan Anderson's first F/W collection for Dior. It was a revelation!
You see, beauty and fashion are inherently intertwined. Designers use their clothes to convey a message, and makeup serves as the finishing touch, enhancing the overall aesthetic. Anderson's collection for Dior was a masterpiece, with its water lily-inspired shoes, turtle-shaped purses, and chrysanthemum-adorned two-pieces. It was a fresh and modern take on spring beauty, and I was instantly inspired.
Since then, I've been on a mission to incorporate these trends into my own look. Here are five looks I've adopted from Anderson's spellbinding show, along with my personal commentary and analysis.
Freshwater Eyes
I'm a sucker for a punchy pastel eye, and when I saw that sky-blue clutch on the runway, I knew I had to try it. While blue eyeshadow isn't exactly groundbreaking for spring, it's having a bit of a comeback this year. Celebrity makeup artist Ash K. Holm even declared it the diamond of the season. I used Danessa Myricks' Colorfix liquid pigment in the shade Oasis to achieve my robin's egg lids. To channel the freshwater hue of the bag, I opted for Victoria Beckham's EyeWear cream shadow in Cornflower. I blended the color into my crease with a fluffy brush and intensified the look with Hung Vanngo's Color Story Eyeshadow Palette in Brilliant Blue. It's cool, artful, and modern.
Cherubic Blush
One of the biggest trends we saw emerge from global fashion weeks, award season, and the 2026 Met Gala was cherubic blush. It's a dreamy diffusion of rosy pigment across the cheeks in a cloud-like manner. I love how the subtle pops of pink in Dior's latest womenswear collection align with this trend. I'm embracing rosy skin this season with a few essential blush products. Dior's Backstage Glow Maximizer Face Palette includes a cool-pink shimmer pigment that looks just like the hue of Dior's chrysanthemum appliqués, giving the skin a healthy, shimmery finish. I'm also blending Violette_FR's Plume Eye Shadows in Pluie Violette onto my lids for a monochrome look.
Water-Lily Nails
Perhaps the most literal beauty interpretation of this collection is this set by Milan-based professional and editorial manicurist Oksana Zavora. Each nail is accented with a smattering of water lilies, chrysanthemums, pastel French tips, and 3D decals inspired by the collection. If you're intimidated by having different nail art on each tip, try alternating milky pink, baby blue, and pastel green shades from finger to finger. I'm also referencing Chanel's mermaid nails from the fashion house's latest Cruise 26/27 show, where alternating colors were utilized in sheer, chrome shades.
Chiffon Lips
I usually don't gravitate toward pink pinks when doing my makeup, but Anderson's use of baby pink in this collection made me rethink my ways. I used Prada's Touch Blush, a cream-to-powder product in elevated, pigmented shades, on my cheeks and lips. The shades Waterlily and Tulip look extra sweet when tapped onto the lips, especially when applied atop YSL Beauty's Kiss Shaper liners. It's a simple yet effective way to add a pop of color to your look.
Fruity Femme Fragrances
If Dior's relatively springy fall collection had a scent, it would be a flurry of fresh greenery, blooming flowers, seasonal fruits, and plump dewdrops. I've edited my spring perfume collection to include three fruity fragrances. Dior Addict Rosy Glow Eau de Parfum is a new scent that lands on the sweet end of the spectrum with a fruity, lychee base draped in a canopy of Damascus rose and dashed with creamy vanilla. Diptyque's Vetyverio Eau de Toilette is a bit more sheer and green, while Jo Malone's Poppy and Barley Cologne is juicy and sweet without leaning gourmand.
In conclusion, Jonathan Anderson's Dior collection has given me a renewed sense of appreciation for spring beauty. These five looks are a testament to the power of personal style and the importance of finding inspiration in unexpected places. So, the next time you're feeling lost, take a step back and think about the beauty that surrounds you. You might just find your next great look!
