You’ve probably seen the viral ‘brat summer’ trending all over your social media already, the radioactive green is hard to miss.  An evolution of the ‘hot girl summer’, the ‘brat’ aesthetic is rooted in a carefree, often OTT attitude and embracing your individuality. It emphasises confidence and draws inspiration from the bold makeup and fashion of 90s and 00s. As Y2K glam continues to be in focus, it’s safe to say that we’ll see and more people embrace a maximalist, all-out glam in the next few months.  

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But what does this mean for the upcoming festive season? Meet ‘After Hours Glam’, the maximalist trend you’re likely to spot everywhere—from red carpets to your neighbourhood Diwali party. This trend is characterised by its smouldering, smokey eyes (with a modern update) and a super matte base that won’t budge until dawn, replete with dark metallic accents thrown in for good measure. Below, find a step-by-step breakdown of this trend and how to wear it for your next night-out.