Contradiction

May 30th, 2013

WEB EXCLUSIVE! Rock 'n roll yet commercial. Fashion-forward yet wearable. Contradiction, the latest trend collection from Farouk Systems, celebrates confidence in contrast, marrying fashion with art, inspiration with culture and self-expression.

Consisting of three trends—Rockable, Refined and Radiant—Contradiction embodies the hottest styles for the season.

BONUS! Click through to download cut and color step-by-steps for each look!

Credits:
Hair: Patrick Kalle, artistic director: Technical content: Lisa Marie Garcia; Visagie: Darien Touma; Photographer: Ivo Rikkert; Styling: Nora Sayuri Nussner; Assistant Nina; Decor: the-inside.nl; Special thanks to: Farouk Shami, Shauky Gulamani, Lisa Marie Garcia, Esther Hopstaken

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