Lena Dunham & Sophia Bush Rock Bold Pink Makeup on the Red Carpet

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In February 2017, Lena Dunham surprised everyone with bold pink makeup around her eyes while attending the premiere of the sixth and final season of Girls at Alice Tully Hall in New York City.

Meanwhile, Sophia Bush turned heads with vibrant fuchsia eyeshadow and a stunning strapless Marchesa gown at the Screen Actors Guild Awards just days earlier. Both actresses embraced bold pink makeup, setting a standout beauty trend on the red carpet.

Lena Dunham, showcasing bold pink eye makeup, shares a warm moment with co-star Patrick WilsonLena Dunham, showcasing bold pink eye makeup, shares a warm moment with co-star Patrick Wilson

Lena Dunham’s Bold Retro Glamour

In what seemed like a fashion flashback, the then-30-year-old American actress, writer, producer, and director wore a dress from Todd Oldham’s Fall 1996 collection consisting of a black suede studded top and a silver ankle length studded skirt.

Her ensemble was completed with black Jimmy Choo sandals, an Edie Parker clutch, and Fred Leighton jewelry.

Lena Dunham, wearing a studded retro-inspired ensemble, strikes a confident pose with Jennifer Konner, the showrunner and writer of HBO's GirlsLena Dunham, wearing a studded retro-inspired ensemble, strikes a confident pose with Jennifer Konner, the showrunner and writer of HBO’s Girls

Lena Dunham was joined at the Girls premiere by co-stars Allison Williams, Zosia Mamet, Patrick Wilson, Jemima Kirke, Andrew Rannells, and Rita Wilson.

Zosia Mamet, Allison Williams, Lena Dunham, and Jemima Kirke showcase their distinct fashion choices ranging from metallics to monochrome eleganceZosia Mamet, Allison Williams, Lena Dunham, and Jemima Kirke showcase their distinct fashion choices ranging from metallics to monochrome elegance

Lena Dunham channels retro glam with a studded silver skirt, sleek black tank, and bold pink eye makeup, paired effortlessly with black Jimmy Choo sandals at the 'Girls' premiereLena Dunham channels retro glam with a studded silver skirt, sleek black tank, and bold pink eye makeup, paired effortlessly with black Jimmy Choo sandals at the ‘Girls’ premiere at Alice Tully Hall in New York City on February 2, 2017 (Credit: Dennis Van Tine / Future Image / WENN / Adriana M. Barraza / Apega)

Sophia Bush’s Fuchsia Elegance

Sophia Bush also wore a bright fuchsia color around her eyes last week while hitting the red carpet at the Screen Actors Guild Awards in Los Angeles.

Sophia Bush stuns with vibrant fuchsia eyeshadow that perfectly complements her glowing complexion and soft wavesSophia Bush stuns with vibrant fuchsia eyeshadow that perfectly complements her glowing complexion and soft waves

The then-34-year-old American actress, director, spokesperson, and activist wore a pink strapless gown from the Marchesa Pre-Fall 2017 collection. She styled the calf-length dress with Stuart Weitzman ‘Nudist’ ankle-strap sandals, a Jimmy Choo clutch, and Jacob & Co jewelry.

The Stuart Weitzman ‘Nudist’ sandals have become a red carpet staple, gracing the feet of numerous celebrities. In June 2017, Kerry Washington styled a glittering pair of Stuart Weitzman “Nudist” sandals with a pink Oscar de la Renta dress.

Sophia Bush exudes elegance in a strapless fuchsia Marchesa dress, complemented by dangling statement earrings and soft waves styled into a chic low ponytailSophia Bush exudes elegance in a strapless fuchsia Marchesa dress, complemented by dangling statement earrings and soft waves styled into a chic low ponytail

Sophia Bush pairs her vibrant fuchsia Marchesa dress with metallic gold ankle-strap heels, creating a striking red carpet look that balances bold color with timeless eleganceSophia Bush pairs her vibrant fuchsia Marchesa dress with metallic gold ankle-strap heels, creating a striking red carpet look that balances bold color with timeless elegance

Sophia Bush at the 23rd Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards (SAG) 2017 held at The Shrine Auditorium Media ComplexSophia Bush at the 23rd Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards (SAG) 2017 held at The Shrine Auditorium Media Complex in Los Angeles on January 29, 2017