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Marie Claire
Marie Claire
Lifestyle
Denise Primbet

FORGOTTEN HISTORY: The 2025 met gala just proved that matte make up is making a big comeback - Caught on Camera

Gigi Hadid attending the Met Gala 2025.

The Met Gala is the event that keeps on giving, serving up a whole host of beauty looks that not only cement new trends but also revive those we thought we'd left behind. One recurring theme I couldn't help but notice? The official return of the blurred, matte finish, be it in form of a soft-focused base or a diffused lip.

Gigi Hadid, for one, walked the blue carpet while rocking a fully matte, bronzy base, accompanied by an equally stunning matte lip combo. Elsewhere, Doja Cat rocked a bold red lip paired with matte pastel eyeshadow, and Shakira delivered a soft look with a cloud-like finish and a wash of pink to tie everything together.

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